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Top 10 most Googled phones in the Philippines for 2017

Published

December 14, 2017

Daniel Morial

Before 2017 ends, let’s look back at what trended online this year. Google released its Year in Search and there are some interesting lists to read, including this one.

It’s been a year of borderless displays for us, but what about the actual searches of online users? In the Philippines, Google was able to list down the most searched phones, and they are:

10th — Nokia 3310

Claiming the tenth spot is the reincarnation of a Nokia classic. While we didn’t necessarily see the Nokia 3310 out in the streets back like when it was hugely popular, the new version surely captured the curiosity of people.

9th — OPPO F3

Up next is OPPO’s phone with dual front cameras. Mainly marketed for selfies and group selfies, the OPPO F3 did pretty well online just like its siblings which are also on this list.

8th — Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime

Samsung’s budget phone for the masses took the eighth place. With its modest specs and trusted household name, Filipinos got intrigued by what it offers.

7th — Nokia 6

Nokia 6 was the first Android phone of Nokia at the helm of HMD Global. It first launched in China before making its way to the global market and satisfied the cravings of consumers for a true Android-powered phone from Nokia.

6th — Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro

With a youthful campaign and the talented Liza Soberano as its endorser, Samsung’s midrange phone did pique the interest of loyal fans. It also proved itself to be a popular successor to

the Galaxy J7 Prime.

5th — OPPO F1s

OPPO F1s back

The OPPO F1s was launched back in 2016, but its popularity lasted long enough to make it one of the top searches for phones even in 2017. This phone is one of the early devices that brought the selfie game to the next level.

SEE ALSO: OPPO F1s review

4th — OPPO F5

The recently launched OPPO F5 (the successor of the F3 and F1s) with its AI selfie feature and near-borderless display beat its predecessors’ popularity on online searches.

3rd — Huawei Nova 2i

Securing the third spot and the most searched among midrange phones is the Huawei Nova 2i. With its balanced specs-to-price ratio, the Nova 2i offers plenty against the competition.

2nd — Apple iPhone 8

Apple’s latest smartphones come as no surprise on the second to the top spot. The minor refreshes of last year’s iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus are only bested by…

1st — Apple iPhone X

Yes, the iPhone X. The OLED-touting premium phone from Apple is the most searched phone in the Philippines in 2017. Even though the phone came late in the year, it managed to skyrocket to the top.

Based on the top searches, you can see how Filipinos look for devices which are currently up on the market. For the budget-conscious, they go for trusted names; midrange is a choice of which near-borderless phone suits you; and for the premium segment, Apple is on the top of their minds.

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Smart announces postpaid offers for Samsung Galaxy Z8 series

Pre-order now for exclusive perks

Published

July 24, 2026

GadgetMatch

The newly-launched Samsung Galaxy Z8 series is now available via Smart Postpaid and Smart Infinity. Pre-orders for Samsung’s latest foldables are available from July 22 to August 13.

Pre-ordering will allow customers to get exclusive storage upgrades, trade-in savings, and flexible payment options. Plus, they can get three months of complimentary Samsung Care+.

Moreover, customers can maximize their devices with Smart’s All-New Postpaid Plans+, which come with UNLI App Bundles, UNLI 5G for 12 months (in select areas), Open-Access Data, and high priority on the Smart network.

With Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1999, subscribers can get the following devices through straight payment or 24-month, zero-interest installment using participating credit cards (Metrobank, Security Bank, BPI, UnionBank, HSBC, and RCBC):

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (512GB): PhP P101,600 or PhP 5,021/month
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (512GB): PhP 91,100 or PhP 4,500/month
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (512GB): PhP 65,100 or PhP 3,217/month

Customers can pre-order the latest Samsung Galaxy Z8 Series via smart.com.ph/galaxypreorder or at the nearest Smart Store.

In addition, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Series is also available through Infinity Plan 5000 and Infinity Plan 8000.

These packages come with unlimited data, calls, and texts, roaming-ready connectivity, and exclusive Infinity privileges.

Through the Samsung Trade-In Program, customers can also reserve their preferred Galaxy Z8 Series device and complete their trade-in at participating stores once the devices officially launch.

Eligible smartphones can be traded in for up to PhP 14,000 off.

New Samsung Galaxy Watches also available

Lastly, Smart Postpaid and Smart Infinity are offering the new Samsung Galaxy Watch9 and Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2.

Compatible smartwatch users can also add on Smart Device Link, which enables their smartwatch and phone to share one mobile number and plan inclusions.

First-time subscribers can enjoy the service free for six months, when they activate until September 30.

With the Smart Postpaid Plans, subscribers can save up to 20% compared with the suggested retail price when they bundle a Samsung Galaxy Watch with their new Samsung Galaxy Z8 Series device.

Entertainment

Resident Evil movie reboot finally gets a scary trailer

Can you spot the Easter eggs for longtime fans?

Published

July 24, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

After briefly losing its way in the middling fifth and sixth entries, the Resident Evil series rediscovered its way back to the survival horror genre with the seventh entry onwards. However, the series doesn’t have the best reputation in Hollywood with its lackluster reviews. Now, the Hollywood series wants to right the ship with the upcoming reboot, simply titled Resident Evil.

Much like the gaming franchise’s renaissance, the upcoming film heads to the survival horror genre with a frightful caper. Medical courier Bryan (Austin Abrams) is tasked with delivering a vital organ to somewhere outside Raccoon City. Along the way, he runs over a rabid woman, who just disappears when he steps out to check.

Forced to seek help at a nearby shack, he finds himself in a struggle for survival when he discovers monstrous beings lurking around. It gets worse when he returns to the city and finds it overrun with the zombie outbreak.

The trailer has a few Easter eggs, including a typewriter, one of the most traditional ways that the game series uses to save games. Director Zach Cregger (Weapons) promises that the movie itself will have more Easter eggs for longtime fans of the series.

Resident Evil will premiere in theaters on September 18.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9: Price, availability in the Philippines

Prices start at PHP 24,990

Published

July 22, 2026

GadgetMatch

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 in the Philippines alongside the new Galaxy Z8 Series.

The new wearables expand Samsung’s smartwatch lineup with upgraded health tracking, AI-powered wellness features, and faster performance. The Galaxy Watch9 is designed for everyday health and fitness, while the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 caters to users looking for a more rugged smartwatch for outdoor adventures.

Here’s how much they cost in the Philippines.

Pricing

Galaxy Watch Ultra2

PHP 44,990

Galaxy Watch9

40mm — PHP 22,990
46mm — PHP 24,990

Availability

Pre-orders begin on July 23 through Samsung Philippines and authorized retailers. Both smartwatches will be offered in multiple color options depending on the model.

Pre-order offers

Customers who pre-order either smartwatch can enjoy several launch offers, including:

Up to 15% off
Up to 36 months of 0% installment plans with participating banks
Up to 50% off through eligible trade-ins
Up to 36% off Samsung Care+ device protection

Galaxy Watch9

The Galaxy Watch9 is Samsung’s latest everyday smartwatch. It features the company’s newest health and wellness platform with AI-powered insights, comprehensive health tracking, and everyday activity monitoring.

Powering the experience is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear Elite platform, which promises faster performance while supporting Samsung’s latest wellness features. The watch is available in 40mm and 46mm sizes.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2

The Galaxy Watch Ultra2 builds on Samsung’s premium outdoor smartwatch with a durable titanium construction, improved comfort, and new sport tracking modes such as Trail Run and Diving.

Like the Galaxy Watch9, it runs on the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform and supports Samsung’s latest AI-powered health and wellness tools.