Author: Marvin Barrozo

Pricing details for Valve’s long-rumored Steam Machine may have surfaced online, following listings discovered on the websites of two major retailers in the Czech Republic. The information was uncovered through hidden structure source code on the retailers’ pages, both revealing identical pricing figures, which has fueled speculation about the device’s final retail cost. The discovery was first shared by a verified account on X (formerly Twitter), Hajedan | WolfSWAP.app, who posted screenshots showing the extracted source code from the retailer websites. According to the post, the prices appeared on Smarty.cz and Alza.cz, two of the largest electronics retailers in the…

[Update: Jan 12, 2026 at 8:47 AM, Philippines] Instagram has officially responded to these reports via a post on X. The company denied that a data breach occurred, stating that the wave of emails was caused by a technical issue allowing external parties to trigger password resets. ​Instagram’s full statement reads: “We fixed an issue that let an external party request password reset emails for some people. There was no breach of our systems and your Instagram accounts are secure. You can ignore those emails.” A major cybersecurity issue is said to have hit one of the world’s biggest social…

Xiaomi will bring the Redmi Note 15 series to the Philippines on January 15, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The launch event will stream live on its official Facebook page and feature new ambassadors, Pinoy group SB19. The series boasts a “TITAN DURABILITY” design; a sneak peek into the Redmi Titan Lab is available via live stream on the same page today (January 10) at 4:00 PM to showcase its rugged features. According to the brand, the series has multiple IP ratings, including IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K, making it fully water and dust resistant. It has also been verified by…

HONOR has officially launched the HONOR Magic 8 Series in the United Kingdom, expanding its flagship smartphone lineup in the region. The series includes two models: the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite, both of which are now available with early-bird vouchers and exclusive launch gifts. As part of the launch promotion, HONOR is offering benefits worth £449 for the Magic 8 Pro and £204 for the Magic 8 Lite, giving early buyers additional value alongside the devices’ standard retail pricing. Meanwhile, the Honor Magic 8 Pro Air has been confirmed to launch on January 19,…

Honor has confirmed it will launch the Honor Magic 8 series, including the Magic 8 Pro Air, in China. According to reports, the launch date is set for January 19, 2026, as per their post on Weibo. The phone features a lightweight and compact design, with a 6.31-inch display, measuring 6.3mm thin and weighing 158 grams. It also reportedly comes with triple 50MP cameras (including a telephoto lens), runs on Android 16 with MagicOS 10, and packs a massive 5,500mAh battery. Despite its large battery size, it maintains a slim profile by implementing silicon-carbon battery technology. The device is said…

Previously, leaked designs and images of the Realme Neo 8 had been confirmed by the brand. After that, the phone was spotted on Geekbench under model number RMX8899. The device got impressive performance scores that position it as a serious player in the “flagship killer” space. It hit a Single-core score of 2,701 and Multi-core score of 8,923. Realme hasn’t confirmed anything official yet about its specs, but there’s plenty of talk about a phone built for long battery life and high-speed gaming. Early leaks say the Neo 8 could pack a massive 8,000mAh battery way bigger than most midrange…

Rockstar Games has officially confirmed that more than 30 employees have been let go following a probe into the unapproved disclosure of confidential details about its forthcoming game, Grand Theft Auto VI. The company stated that the terminations, which impacted staff mainly in the UK and Canada, were prompted by “gross misconduct” involving the distribution of proprietary game elements in unauthorised public discussion spaces. While Rockstar has not formally authenticated every individual detail posted online, the timing of these dismissals aligns with a widely shared compilation of purported features published by TheGameVerse on X. Reported Gameplay and World Elements As…

HONOR Philippines has officially launched the X9d 5G smartphone, featuring a massive 8,300mAh battery and IP69K protection. Pre-order customers get a chance to win a Tesla Cybertruck valued at ~PHP 17 million.

OnePlus has officially expanded its handset lineup in the domestic market with the introduction of two new devices: the OnePlus Turbo 6 (PLU110) and the OnePlus Turbo 6V (PLY110). Both smartphones prioritize battery life and durability, coming with IP69K ratings and 9,000mAh battery cells, while varying mainly in processing performance and display refresh rates. OnePlus Turbo 6 (PLU110) As the higher-end model of the two, the Turbo 6 features a 6.78-inch flat OLED LTPS display. The screen delivers 1.5K resolution and supports a maximum refresh rate of 165Hz. For enhanced visibility and eye comfort, it offers 1,800 nits High Brightness…

POCO has officially launched the POCO M8 5G and POCO M8 Pro 5G in the Philippines, expanding its M-series with devices centered on large batteries, bright AMOLED displays, and long-term software support. POCO M8 Pro 5G: Premium Performance and Display As the higher-tier model, the POCO M8 Pro 5G features a 6.83-inch CrystalRes AMOLED quad-curved display with 1.5K resolution (2772×1280p). The screen offers a 120Hz refresh rate, peak brightness of 3,200 nits, and is shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Key Specifications: POCO M8 5G: Sleek Design and Efficient Performance The standard POCO M8 5G prioritizes portability, with a…