End-to-end fiber internet provider Converge ICT Inc., received the Carrier Ethernet 2.0 Certification from the international standards body, Iometrix, bringing the local company up to
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Linksys introduces new Velop dual-band mesh Wi-Fi system
Linksys, celebrating 30 years of networking and Wi-Fi innovation for the home and business this year, announced the availability of its latest addition to the
Shift from work to play with the new Samsung Galaxy Tab S4
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. announced the Samsung Galaxy Tab S4, a new 2-in-1 Android tablet designed for people who want to do more on the
Global mobile group to support disaster response cooperation of Smart, Nokia, PH Red Cross
The Nokia drones will operate in the Philippines using the LTE frequencies of Smart Smart Communications (Smart) and Nokia announced that they have received funding
Acer’s coding platform CloudProfessor now part of DOST’s IMake.WeMake 2018
(Image from Acer Academy website) During the Department of Science and Technology’s (DOST) launch of the Imake.WeMake competition in 2016, young Filipinos showcased their inventions
The Note is back: Samsung launches Galaxy Note 9 now with a more powerful S Pen
Samsung officially launches the Galaxy Note9, its newest flagship smartphone from the Galaxy Note Series, carrying the brand’s signature innovations through its core features. Connected
Globe Telecom brings WiFi connectivity to Puerto Princesa Underground River
(Image from Puerto Princesa website) Globe Telecom, through its enterprise Information and Communications Technology arm Globe Business, and the local government of Puerto Princesa, Palawan,
Corning appoints Dennis Kom to lead APAC Enterprise Networks business
Corning Inc. has appointed Singapore-based Dennis Kom to the role of director, Sales and Global Strategic Accounts, for Enterprise Networks across the Asia-Pacific (excluding greater
PLDT, Smart enhance internet speeds in Sorsogon, push for digital tourism
Gov. Robert Lee Rodrigueza of Sorsogon (right) receives token from John Palanca of PLDT-Smart. The framed photo symbolizes the network’s improvements implemented in Sorsogon. The
Samsung Galaxy J8 now available nationwide
After its launch in July, Samsung is making the Galaxy J8 available nationwide. The Galaxy J8 features a professional dual camera with 16MP F1.7 +
Schneider promotes new approach to sustainable business thinking with new platform
Earth Overshoot Day marks the date in the year by when humanity will have consumed more from the planet, including food, fibers, timber, and absorption
Huawei overtakes Apple in second spot as smartphone shipment declines in 2Q18
According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, smartphone vendors shipped a total of 342 million units during
Maybank Auto Loan is now available on digital lending platform, Lendr
Borrowers can now apply for an auto loan with Maybank through FINTQ’s digital lending platform, Lendr. Maybank Philippines is the first bank to open a
Gartner survey finds only 65% of organizations have cybersecurity expert
(Image by Pete Linfort/Pixabay) Despite high-profile cyber attacks and massive data breaches happening recently, organizations don’t see the need to have cybersecurity experts onboard. Industry
Acer helps educators maximize use of technology in classrooms
Today’s generation grew up in the age of technology that it has become a natural tool for learning. While traditional methods equip students with the
Eatigo receives follow-on investment from TripAdvisor to expand operations in Southeast Asia
Restaurant reservation app Eatigo has received a follow-on investment from its existing strategic investor, TripAdvisor, bringing its total raise across all its investors to date
Globe says company is on track with 5G deployment for the second quarter of 2019
In a media advisory released Friday, Globe Telecom said it is on track on the planned deployment of 5G technology in the second quarter of
Administrator says CEZA’s second-quarter revenues exceeded full-year 2017 earnings
Raul Lambino, administrator and CEO of CEZA The Cagayan Economic Zone Authority (CEZA) has earned P205.976 million from offshore Financial Technology (FinTech) firms to raise
Starmobile launches affordable LTE phones in PH powered by Smart
Philippine smartphone brand Starmobile brings the latest and affordable quadband LTE smartphones in the Philippines. For as low as low as P1,888, Filipinos can enjoy
Acer Day celebrates diversity in music
Hardware and electronics corporation Acer kicked off its annual “Acer Day” celebrations recently with the theme “Play Music Together.” Introduced last year, Acer Day saw its
Ookla recognizes PLDT, Smart on fast internet speed
PLDT and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) have been cited for being the country’s fastest fixed and mobile networks for the first and second quarter
Sophos Intercept X for Server uses deep learning to prevent malware attacks
Network and endpoint security firm Sophos announced the availability of its Sophos Intercept X for Server, a next-generation server protection with predictive deep learning technology
Gov’t agencies to handle consumer complaints involving telco services
(Image from Pixabay) Five government agencies will soon launch a draft joint administrative order (JAO) to deal with consumer complaints involving telco services. Each of
Globe Telecom sets up new company for tower assets
(Image by Emilian Vicol/Pixabay) Globe Telecom has taken a step forward to fulfill its plans to divest its tower assets. This is in line with the
IDC names the Top 19 Smart City Projects in Asia-Pacific for 2018
(Above image by Serena Wong/Pixabay) IDC Asia/Pacific named recently the 19 out of 148 most outstanding smart city projects in the Asia-Pacific excluding Japan (APeJ)
Inadequate protection against ransomware makes enterprises vulnerable to attacks
Network and endpoint security firm Sophos announced recently the findings of its survey, “The State of Endpoint Security Today,” which shows the extent to which
IDC: Growing preference for cloud services to affect IT outsourcing market in the Philippines
(Image by Mudassar Iqbal/Pixabay) According to the latest IDC Asia / Pacific, excluding Japan (APeJ) Semiannual Services Tracker, total outsourcing services revenues in the Philippines exceeded US$300
MVP is Telecom Asia’s CEO of the Year
PLDT and Smart Communications chief executive officer Manuel V. Pangilinan was named Telecom CEO of the Year at the Telecom Asia Awards ceremony held on
Watch World Cup securely; Sophos offers free anti-virus software
The excitement over World Cup 2018 is building up as the finals are getting nearer and nearer. Fans and new converts flock to social media
Smart notches 5G speeds of over 14Gbps
Amid preparations for the coming of 5G technology in the country, PLDT wireless subsidiary Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) and technology partner Huawei Technologies Phils. Inc.
