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2024 PlayStation Holiday Gift Guide: Latest games, new audio devices

What to buy this Christmas

Published

November 27, 2024

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Into gaming? Sony Interactive Entertainment has just unveiled is 2024 PlayStation Holiday Gift Guide which features the latest games, hardware, and accessories for gamers of all ages.

The release coincides with PlayStation’s 30th anniversary, and new additions are coming to PlayStation 5 as part of the holiday lineup.

To get started, space adventure Astro Bot and action-adventure LEGO Horizon Adventures are both part of the PlayStation Holiday Gift Guide.

Meanwhile, if you’re in the hunt for new PlayStation hardware, peripherals, and accessories, there are even more new releases to complement the PS5 gaming experience.

There’s the new Chroma Collection console cover colors. Players can easily swap to customize their PS5 console. Available colors are Chroma Pearl, Chroma Indigo, and Chroma Teal which drops January 23rd next year. That’s on top of four more PS5 Console Cover colors.

The Chroma Collection also comes with matching DualSense wireless controllers. These shine and shift colors when viewed from different angles. If you’re not into the chroma finish, there are even five more color options.

New PlayStation audio devices

Lastly, customers may also try out some of other new PlayStation accessories:

PlayStation PULSE Explore wireless earbuds
PlayStation PULSE Elite wireless headset
PlayStation VR2
DualSense Edge wireless controller

Notably, the first two items on the list are PlayStation’s first ever audio devices.

PlayStation’s headset uses planar magnetic drivers which are also found on premium headphones for professional sound engineers. The wearable comes with a retractable boom microphone with AI-enhanced noise rejection.

The earbuds, on the other hand, also support AI noise cancellation and provide premium quality portable audio.

Sony Interactive Entertainment is encouraging PlayStation regulars to stay tuned for next year, as even more anticipated games are going to be released.

The list includes Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, Ghost of Yōtei, Monster Hunter Wilds, and Assassin’s Creed Shadows, among many more.

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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

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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: