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10 best picks from the first Authorized Mi Store in the Philippines

We’re ready for Mi!

Published

February 19, 2018

Daniel Morial

I visited the first-ever, much-awaited Authorized Mi Store in the Philippines!

Xiaomi’s presence in the Philippine is not new, and even if they disappeared before, parallel importers didn’t let Xiaomi fans down. Now that they’re officially back on Philippine soil with a physical store where you can personally check out their offering, it’s time to make a Xiaomi shopping list!

Based on the item list and what we saw at the Mi Store in TriNoma, here are our top picks, aside from Xiaomi smartphones:

Amazfit Pace

The Amazfit Pace is Xiaomi’s best-looking wearable. It’s a full-featured smartwatch that runs on a custom version of Android, but not specifically Android Wear. It has a circular display, a heart rate sensor, GPS, and it’s water- and dust-resistant. You can also put your own tunes on the smartwatch so you can listen on the go via Bluetooth earphones.

Price: PhP 6,200

Mi 2-in-1 USB-C/Micro-USB cable

This is the cheapest on the list, but it’s also one of the most useful. With a 2-in-1 cable that has both USB-C and micro-USB connectors, you only have to carry one cable for charging your mobile devices. It’s a helpful accessory for those who are still transitioning to the new USB-C standard.

Price: PhP 149

Mi Box 2

Here’s a good tip: You don’t have to buy a new TV just to make it “smart” because set-top boxes like the Mi Box 2 will give your big old TV the upgrade it deserves. The Mi Box 2 runs Android TV and connects via HDMI. With this, you’ll be able to cast the contents of your phone to your TV, run apps like Netflix and YouTube, and even play games in your living room.

Price: PhP 3,490

Mi Electric Scooter

The Mi Electric Scooter is a personal favorite. Just look at how beautiful and modern it is! It’s perfect for short trips around your village, or a quick visit to a nearby friend’s place. It can last for up to 30 kilometers on a single charge, so you can always rely on it. It also folds, making it truly portable.

Price: PhP 18,850

Mi Minimalist Urban Backpack

Xiaomi is not all about electronics; they also have apparel and bags. Among the bags available in the store, the Minimalist Urban Backpack caught my eye with its simple exterior, but organized interior. It has all the pockets you need for your gadgets, glasses, documents, and pens.

Price: PhP 1,399

Mi Notebook Air 13.3 Fingerprint Edition

Xiaomi just recently ventured into laptops, and their latest release is officially here. If you’re looking for a Windows laptop that has the latest specs and a beautiful industrial design, the Mi Notebook Air 13.3 is a great option. It even supports Windows Hello with its built-in fingerprint reader. It’s powered by an Intel Core i5 processor with a dedicated NVIDIA MX150 graphics, and has a 256GB SSD with 8GB memory.

Price: PhP 43,500

Mi Power bank 2C 20000mAh

Xiaomi’s power banks have been known to be some of the best in the market. They’re good-looking, high-quality, and affordable accessories — just like this 20000mAh power bank, which is sold for less than a thousand pesos. It even has two USB ports and Quick Charge 3.0.

Price: PhP 995

MiJia Robot Vacuum

If you want to start creating a smart home, I suggest you include a robot vacuum in your early purchases. This particular one is a fully autonomous robot designed for cleaning floors.

Price: PhP 15,490

Mi Router 3

Are you still using a basic wireless router from your internet service provider? If so, you’re due for an upgrade! Xiaomi’s router will be able to help you get better Wi-Fi coverage in your home without the hefty price tag.

Price: PhP 1,190

Mi TV 4

Last, but definitely not the least, is the Mi TV 4. If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to the mainstream TVs in the market, you should check this out. The Mi TV 4 comes in two sizes: 49 and 55 inches. Both have 4K resolution with support for HDR content. It’s also a smart TV so you can enjoy apps right out of the box.

Price: PhP 35,990 (49-inch), PhP 42,990 (55-inch)

The first Authorized Mi Store in the Philippines is located on the fourth floor of TriNoma Mall in Quezon City.

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Turn your nubia Neo 5 series purchase into a Geely car with this promo

Get a chance to win a brand-new Geely car by purchasing a nubia smartphone

Published

April 22, 2026

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nubia Philippines and Geely Philippines have partnered for a raffle promo that gives customers the chance to win a brand-new car by simply purchasing nubia’s latest gaming smartphone models.

The promo runs from March 28 to May 30, giving customers more reasons to upgrade their devices. Simply purchase any model from the recently-released nubia Neo 5 series to enter the raffle — either online or through authorized stores.

The series comes with three models: the nubia Neo 5, Neo 5 Pro, and Neo 5 GT, and starts at just PhP 11,999.

To make sure your raffle entry counts, follow these steps too:

Follow @nubiaPhilippines and @GeelyPhilippines on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok
Scan the promo QR code and complete the registration form
Upload proof of purchase and required screenshots to confirm your entry

The best part is each purchase earns one entry, and multiple entries are allowed.

At stake is the Geely GX3 Pro S, a subcompact crossover with a 1.5L engine and 5-speed manual transmission.

The lucky winner will take this home, along with another nubia Neo 5 GT 5G. Meanwhile, minor prizes include the three aforementioned nubia Neo 5 models.

Winners will be drawn on June 6, 2026 under the supervision of a DTI representative. It will also be streamed live on TikTok.

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Get a free Apple Watch SE 2 with your MacBook Neo purchase

Available for 1st 400 customers at this launch day event

Published

April 21, 2026

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Launch offers for the MacBook Neo are aplenty, and Beyond the Box and Digital Walker are both offering the best deals for the first 400 customers to purchase the laptop on launch day, April 23.

The authorized retailers will hold a special launch event at the Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center in Makati, Metro Manila.

The first 400 customers will get an exclusive bundle comprising both the MacBook Neo and an Apple Watch SE 2 starting at just PhP 39,990. That’s PhP 16,990 in savings, virtually getting the smartwatch for free.

Meanwhile, the 512GB configuration retails for PhP 46,990.

Customers can start placing orders by 11:00 A.M. Once the first 400 slots are gone, the deals are likewise gone.

Furthermore, there will also be PhP 250,000 worth of raffle prizes up for grabs. Included here is the chance to take home the airiest mobile phone.

The launch event officially takes place at 5:30 P.M. and the MacBook Neo units begin releasing at 7:00 P.M.

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Get the MacBook Neo for as low as PhP 44 a day via Home Credit

Flexible installment payment plans available

Published

April 16, 2026

GadgetMatch

Home Credit is making the MacBook Neo accessible to more Filipinos with an exclusive pre-order installment offer for the new Apple laptop.

The latest offering can be brought home through flexible installments starting at as low as just PhP 44 a day. That’s not even a dollar a day.

This exclusive offer is available during the pre-order period from April 11 to 23. If you’re looking for a high-performance laptop at a great value, then now is the ideal time to upgrade or purchase your first higher tier notebook.

Here’s a quick breakdown of available Home Credit MacBook Neo installment plans:

256GB at 24 months: PhP 44/day
256GB at 12 months: PhP 82/day
512GB at 24 months: PhP 51/day
512GB at 12 months: PhP 97/day

Apple MacBook Neo

The Apple MacBook Neo is the company’s latest laptop, which is also its most affordable. It retails at just about US$ 499 to US$ 599 in the United States and SG$ 729 to SG$ 849 in Singapore.

It runs on an A18 Pro chip for 50% faster everyday performance compared to Intel Core Ultra 5-level PCs. This chip also has a 16-core Neural Engine for Apple Intelligence and 5-core GPU for graphics workloads.

The portable and lightweight laptop has a 13-inch 2408 x 1506 display, two USB-C ports, a headphone jack, and Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 6 connectivity.

The MacBook Neo ships with MacOS Tahoe, complete with apps like Safari, Photos, Messages, and FaceTime. Users are promised up to 16 hours of usage on a single charge.

In the Philippines, the device is available at Apple Authorized Resellers and Home Credit Philippines partner stores nationwide, including: