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M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air are now available in the Philippines
Together with Power Mac Center’s generous discounts and deals
Just a month after Apple’s announcement, the newest 2024 M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air are now here in the Philippines!
Power Mac Center has got you covered not just with these new power-packed iPads, but also with all the exciting deals and freebies they have in-store for everyone — literally and figuratively.
Thinpossible
Gone are the confusing days of 10.9 and 12.9-incher iPads. ICYMI, the new 2024 M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air now come in two common sizes: a “regular” 11-inch model and a larger 13-inch variant.

Other than having a larger-sized iPad Air for the first time in forever, the new Air is also supercharged by the new M2 chip (coming from the older A14 Bionic from 2020 and M1 chip last 2021).
Meanwhile, the iPad Pro debuts with M4, Apple’s latest Silicon chip offering — and the first device to have it.
Apple has also reorganized the camera layout in the new iPad Pro by moving the front camera from the top to its side. On the back, it has also omitted the ultra-wide lens in favor of a better flash unit and ambient light sensor.

The new iPad Pro also boasts the “most advanced” Ultra Retina XDR display with Tandem OLED tech, bringing the best in visual clarity and superiority.

Moreover, the M4 iPad Pro is the thinnest iPad to date — even thinner than the iPad Air! It’s precisely 5.1mm for the 13-inch model and 5.3mm for its 11-inch counterpart.

Lastly, there’s also the Apple Pencil Pro meant for the full-on pros. With new and upgraded sensors also mean new functions and features not just meant for note-taking, but also when it comes to doing art.
Imagine on iPad
Now that we’re on the topic of art, Power Mac Center’s #ImagineOniPad wants to highlight all the infinite possibilities you can do with your iPad — regardless if it’s for work or play.

First in the masterclass is the illustrator/designer Jethro Olba — the mastermind behind the #ImagineoniPad illustration you see above.

He told everyone how the iPad was involved every step of the way — whether it’s for a grand brand collab or just for his passion-driven projects.

Jethro has also proved how the iPad helped him expand his entire portfolio that made him bag numerous partnerships and collaborations with brands — particularly those on the streetwear side.
And as a visual artist, the iPad’s color-rich display paired with the combination of natural-looking brushes, as well as the existence of tools like Procreate, Adobe Fresco, and Figma, all helped him accomplish stuff that he can’t imagine doing on “just” an iPad.

On the other hand, singer-songwriter slash all-rounder musician Noah Raquel had a different experience approach.
Just like most of us, the pandemic has blocked him to take the path he wanted to pursue. But with the continuous rise of TikTok paired with his innate talent in music, he tried doing what was something unimaginable.

From borrowing his mom’s iPhone to record several types of voice recordings during the late night. Making use of a real bread to re-create a quirkier cover of Sabrina Carpenter’s Espresso. All the way to actually using Logic Pro to create a song produced solely by him.
This made the recognition he deserves and even got tapped by PMC for the wonderful talent he’s continually showcasing over these years through several platforms enjoyed by millions and billions of users worldwide — especially in the advent of social media and content creation.
Pricing and Availability
The M4 iPad Pro is available in either Space Black or Silver colorways.

These are its pricing and storage configurations — including the higher-end 1/2TB models in either Standard or Nano-Texture Glass options.
M4 iPad Pro |
11-inch | 13-inch | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi + Cellular | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi + Cellular | |
| 256GB | PhP 76,990 | PhP 91,990 | PhP 94,990 | PhP 108,990 |
| 512GB | PhP 91,990 | PhP 106,990 | PhP 108,990 | PhP 122,990 |
| 1TB Standard | PhP 121,990 | PhP 136,990 | PhP 136,990 | PhP 150,990 |
| 1TB Nano-Texture | PhP 128,990 | PhP 143,990 | PhP 143,990 | PhP 157,990 |
| 2TB Standard | PhP 151,990 | PhP 166,990 | PhP 164,990 | PhP 178,990 |
| 2TB Nano-Texture | PhP 158,990 | PhP 173,990 | PhP 178,990 | PhP 185,990 |

Meanwhile, the M2 iPad Air are available in several color choices like Starlight, Blue, Purple, andSpace Gray.
M2 iPad Air |
11-inch | 13-inch | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi + Cellular | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi + Cellular | |
| 128GB | PhP 45,990 | PhP 55,990 | PhP 57,990 | PhP 68,990 |
| 256GB | PhP 52,990 | PhP 63,990 | PhP 65,990 | PhP 75,990 |
| 512GB | PhP 67,990 | PhP 78,990 | PhP 80,990 | PhP 90,990 |
| 1TB | PhP 82,990 | PhP 93,990 | PhP 95,990 | PhP 105,990 |
Fantastic Freebies + Deals
From June 21 to 23, 2024, Power Mac Center is offering limited-time deals and fantastic freebies at the 4th Apple Premium Partner store located in SM Megamall. These include:
- A free PanzerGlass Screen Protector
- Anker SoundCore R50 True Wireless Earphones
If you apply for a UnionBank credit card in-store and get approved the same day, you can use it and get PhP 10,000 off your M4 iPad Pro or M2 iPad Air as long as you have a minimum spending of PhP 50,000 on a 24-month installment basis with 0% interest. This offer is valid only until June 30, 2024.

That’s not all! You can even trade in your old iPad from June 21 until July 31, 2024 through their UpTrade program. This gives you an additional trade-in value of up to PhP 3000. This deal isn’t limited to Power Mac Center Premium Centers as it’s available across all PMC branches and The Loop stores nationwide.

Moreover, one lucky buyer who will purchase either the M4 iPad Pro or the M2 iPad Air between June 21st to June 30th has the chance to score PhP 30,000-worth of PMC GCs (Gift Certificates). This raffle is open not just to physical stores but also through their web stores.
Lastly, buying either of the two new 2024 iPads until August 31, 2024 can earn 1 Infinite members raffle entries to the Miles and Milestones: The 30th Anniversary Raffle — with a brand new BYD ATTO 3 EV (Electric Vehicle) as the grand prize.
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Google will force Android users to use Gemini next month
Google Assistant will be retired as well.
What is Google’s voice assistant called? Technically, there are two possible answers: Google Assistant and Gemini. Despite Google’s push for Gemini, the ubiquitous Google Assistant is still a common option for most users. However, the company will soon take that choice away as the voice assistant will retire in favor of Gemini.
First reported by 9to5Google, Google has sent emails to users, declaring that Google Assistant will no longer be an option for Android users starting September 4. On that date, the company will slowly roll out an update to get rid of the assistant’s availability on device.
Google also makes it clear that Gemini will be “the assistant experience on Android” moving forward. If you’re used to Google Assistant to help you with handsfree use, you’ll have only one option soon. This also affects other peripherals including smartwatches and audio accessories.
Of course, there are a few exceptions. Devices that can’t support an AI-powered assistant like Gemini are mercifully spared of the forced transition. Likewise, devices in countries that don’t support the AI assistant are also saved.
Despite the tepid reception of AI today, Google remains adamant about pushing Gemini to more users, regardless of whether they want it or not. In fact, a forced move like this will likely inflate the numbers that more devices are using Google’s AI software than ever before, while conveniently hiding the fact that most users never really had much of a choice.
SEE ALSO: Apple gives up on making AI, inks a deal with Gemini to power Siri
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OnePlus officially leaves the United States and Canada
The brand’s smartphones are now sold out in the United States.
Once upon a time, OnePlus used to be the darling child of smartphone users on a budget. For a more meager price than a flagship, users can enjoy flagship specs on a uniquely designed phone. Who can forget the iconic OnePlus One?
Unfortunately, prices have a way of catching up. Though the brand’s phones are still perfectly good, more options have already emerged as alternatives for a so-called flagship killer, including OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei’s Nothing.
Now, marking the brand’s next step, whatever that is, OnePlus has officially left the North American market. As of today, the company has sold its last smartphone in the United States and Canada. Going on the official OnePlus website will warrant a Sold Out sign for both the OnePlus 15 and 15R. If anything, users can still get a handful of earbuds and cases.
As with everything that sells out, if you really want to cop one of the last remaining models in America, you can grab one off a third-party retailer, but who knows until when that will last?
This isn’t just a stocking issue, either. In July, the company already confirmed that it is pulling out of the region starting this month. It’s a sign of internal restructuring happening inside OPPO and all the brands under its umbrella. There’s also a rumor that OnePlus was relegated to being a sub-brand of OPPO once again.
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Mastercard brings Apple Pay to customers in the Philippines
Easy and secure way to pay across Apple ecosystem
Mastercard has officially brought Apple Pay to its cardholders in the Philippines. This gives iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac users an easy, secure, and private way to pay in-store, in-app, and online.
To pay in-store, customers simply double-click the side button, authenticate, and hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a payment terminal to make a contactless payment.
Apple Pay is easy to set up. On iPhone, simply open the Wallet app and tap the ‘+’ and follow the steps to add a Mastercard credit or debit card.
Once a customer adds a card to iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac, they can start using Apple Pay on that device right away.
Every Apple Pay purchase is secure because it is authenticated with Face ID, Touch ID, or device passcode, as well as a one-time unique dynamic security code.
Apple Pay is accepted in grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, coffee shops, retail stores, and many more places that accept contactless payments.
Customers can also use Apple Pay on iPhone, iPad, and Mac to make faster and more convenient purchases in apps or on the web without having to create accounts or repeatedly type in contact information, card details, or shipping and billing information.
Of course, customers will continue to receive all of the rewards and benefits offered by Mastercard.
Security and privacy are at the core of Apple Pay. When customers use a credit or debit card with Apple Pay, the actual card numbers are not stored on the device, nor on Apple servers.
Instead, a unique Device Account Number is assigned, encrypted, and securely stored in the Secure Element, an industry-standard, certified chip designed to store the payment information safely on the device.
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