Philippines

Smartphones cheaper on normal days over sale days, says study

Study by iPrice group

Published

March 8, 2022

GadgetMatch

Online shopping has been a hit among Filipino consumers. Monthly online sales days like 11.11 and 12.12 drive people to e-commerce sites in hopes of the best deals.

The practice includes trying to score on different smartphones at the most affordable rates. These also include the usual discounts and freebies.

However, a study conducted by iPrice group, an e-commerce aggregator with a database of over 7 million products and 8 million sellers across Southeast Asia, reveals a different story.

Smartphones cheaper on normal days

The study collected price data of smartphones from July 16 to December 31, 2021.

It revealed that from August to December, the cheapest median smartphone price falls on a normal day instead of a sales day, as seen in the table below.

Month	Smartphone median price on Sales Day	Smartphone median price on a Non-Sales Day
August	PhP 18, 694.22 on 8.8	PhP 18, 311.75 (August 3)
September	PhP 20, 212.80 on 9.9	PhP 18, 298.42 (September 25)
October	PhP 20, 450.18 on 10.10	PhP 19, 085.91 (October 26)
November	PhP 18, 345.59 on 11.11	PhP 17, 207.41 (December 17)
December	PhP 17, 640.64 on 12.12	PhP 17, 478.11 (December 16)

Prices marked up before sale days

Another interesting tidbit the study revealed is that prices were marked up in the days leading to the actual sale day.

For instance, prices started increasing by September 30, 2021 until it reached a median price of PhP 22,100 on October 2, 2021.

It drops by 8 percent — down to PhP 20,500 during the 10.10 sale, but the median price was 15 percent lower on September 25, 2021 at PhP 18,300.

Similar patterns were observed during the buildups to the 11.11 and 12.12 sales across e-commerce platforms.

December still best month to buy smartphones

According to the average of all median prices, December is still the best month to buy a smartphone.

If shoppers are interested to buy a smartphone during a sales day, then 12.12 would be the most ideal date as the median price is lower.

Aside from that, most Filipino workers have already received their 13th month pay by that period.

As has been the case, the month of December has always been filled with clearance and holiday sales as it is definitely one of the most exciting months in Philippine culture and tradition.

Smartphone prices in PH among highest

Lastly, as iPrice also observed the median prices of smartphones in other Southeast Asian countries, it was discovered that the Philippines had the second highest median price at PhP 19,100, just below Singapore’s PhP 23,400 equivalent.

Indonesia had the cheapest median price for smartphones at PhP 13,000, followed by Thailand (PhP 15,400) and Malaysia (PhP 15,500).

This is quite a bummer given that the Philippines also has one of the lowest wages among the Southeast Asian countries, so scoring the best deals on online purchases and buying smart are definitely musts.

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Accessories

UGREEN launches FineTrack Series with Apple Find My support

Track valuables with ease

Published

May 30, 2026

Dorothy Baylon

UGREEN is expanding its smart travel lineup with the launch of the new FineTrack Series, a collection of compact trackers designed to help users keep tabs on everyday essentials.

Leading the announcement are the FineTrack 2 and FineTrack Mini 2, both of which support Apple’s Find My network for easy location tracking through compatible Apple devices. The trackers are built for travelers and commuters who want an extra layer of security for items such as keys, bags, wallets, and passports.

The FineTrack 2 comes in a soccer-inspired design created to celebrate the upcoming 2026 World Cup, while the FineTrack Mini 2 adopts a slimmer tag-style form factor that fits more easily inside wallets and passport holders. Both devices feature glow-in-the-dark accents for improved visibility in low-light conditions.

UGREEN says the trackers offer global tracking capabilities through Apple’s Find My ecosystem, along with smart left-behind alerts that notify users before they accidentally leave important belongings behind. When an item is nearby, users can trigger an alarm reaching up to 110dB to help locate it faster.

The company also highlights long-term reliability, with battery life rated for up to seven years. The FineTrack 2 additionally carries an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

UGREEN has also announced Southeast Asia pricing for the new FineTrack Series.

Price and availability

In Singapore, the FineTrack 2 is priced at SGD 29.99, while the FineTrack Mini 2 costs SGD 25.99. Malaysian pricing comes in at RM 69 and RM 59, respectively.

For the Philippines, the FineTrack 2 retails for PHP 850, while the FineTrack Mini 2 is priced at PHP 799. In Vietnam, the trackers cost VND 369,000 and VND 339,000, respectively. Thailand pricing starts at THB 590 for both models.

Alongside the FineTrack Series, UGREEN also introduced its new Air Editions lineup. This includes the Nexode Air 65W Charger, Nexode Air 45W Charger Slim, and the MagFlow Air Magnetic Power Bank 10000mAh 15W, all designed around portability with compact and lightweight builds. The company has separately announced Southeast Asia pricing for these accessories.

The FineTrack Series is now rolling out across select Southeast Asian markets.

Philippines

Xiaomi 17T series Philippines price, availability, offers

Latest T series comes with Leica telephoto, more features

Published

May 29, 2026

GadgetMatch

Xiaomi has officially released the Xiaomi 17T series in the Philippines, with launch offers available.

The latest T series additions come in the Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro variants. Both of which bring more Leica camera capabilities to the tier, including a 5x telephoto camera on both models.

The series also introduces Leica Live Moment, as well as big batteries, ample performance, and two display sizes.

Price, availability, offers

In the Philippines, the series is offered in two storage configurations per variant. Pricing details are as follows:

Xiaomi 17T

12GB+256GB: PhP 33,999
12GB+512GB: PhP 37,999

Xiaomi 17T Pro

12GB+256GB: PhP 45,999 (Shopee exclusive)
12GB+512GB: PhP 47,999

The online pre-order period is from May 29 to June 18, and customers can enjoy PhP 2,000 off, a free REDMI Watch 6, and an After Sales package. Those getting the Pro variant can also get a VIP card.

In addition, the online first day sale period is from June 19 to 28, and customers can enjoy the same perks, as well as a PhP 2,000 platform rebate.

Xiaomi 17T, 17T Pro specs

Xiaomi 17T

Cameras: 50MP f/1.7 OIS, 50MP f/3.0 5x telephoto, 12MP ultra-wide, 32MP selfie
6.59-inch 1.5K 120Hz display, 3500 nits, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4x TÜV Rheinland certifications, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 4nm, up to 3.4GHz
6500mAh battery, 67W HyperCharge, 22.5W wired reverse
Xiaomi 3D IceLoop System
Xiaomi HyperOS
Circle to Search with Google
Google Gemini
WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0, Dual SIM

Xiaomi 17T Pro

Cameras: 50MP f/1.67 OIS, 50MP f/3.0 5x telephoto, 12MP ultra-wide, 32MP selfie
6.83-inch 1.5K 144Hz display, 3500 nits, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 4x TÜV Rheinland certifications, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
MediaTek Dimensity 9500, 3nm, up to 4.21GHz
7000mAh battery, 100W HyperCharge, 50W wireless, 22.5W wired reverse
Xiaomi 3D IceLoop System
Xiaomi HyperOS
Circle to Search with Google
Google Gemini
WiFi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, Dual SIM

News

Xiaomi is making it easier for customers in the PH to shop

Xiaomi launches Mi.com online store

Published

May 16, 2026

GadgetMatch

Xiaomi has officially launched its Mi.com online store in the Philippines. This standalone website offers a more direct and centralized shopping experience, as Xiaomi has shifted away from third-party marketplaces.

The dedicated platform serves as a one-stop destination for the entire Xiaomi ecosystem. This includes the brand’s smartphones, smart home devices, and even the POCO lineup.

For instance, there’s the REDMI Note 15 Pro 5G, Xiaomi Smart Band 10, and Xiaomi Sound Party, among others.

The move marks a significant transition for Xiaomi’s consumers in the market. The brand mentioned wanting to deliver a smarter, more rewarding digital shopping experience tailored for Filipino consumers.

Moreover, customers do not have to worry about the presence of discount vouchers or a reward system, as the Mi.com website has these integrated. That way, customers will still find a great value for direct purchases.

Here’s a quick rundown of Xiaomi’s exclusive offers to celebrate the announcement of a standalone site:

Launch-Exclusive Vouchers: 10% off coupons on selected inventory, tiered discounts based on total purchase value
Daily Flash Sales: Two high-traffic windows are scheduled daily from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NN and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Enhanced Loyalty Rewards: new Xiaomi Account sign-ups receive 50 Mi Points (1 Mi Point = PhP 1); during launch window, all purchases earn double points, which can be redeemed for future cashbacks