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The Galaxy A73 5G is a midranger with a walloping camera

Is this your next midrange phone?

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The Galaxy A series is here! After a short hype train, Samsung has launched a whopping five new entries into its hugely successful midrange lineup. Headlining the lineup, of course, is the Galaxy A73 5G.

Sporting a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-V display, the leader packs in a 2.4GHz Snapdragon 778G octa-core processor. It carries up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage (expandable by up to 1TB via a microSD slot).

For the camera, smartphone photographers can take amazing shots with the 108-megapixel main sensor, paired with a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 5-megapixel depth lens, and an additional 5-megapixel sensor. Meanwhile, selfie aficionados can shoot front-facing shots with the 32-megapixel camera.

If you’re wondering about the phone’s durability and security, the phone is rated for IP67 resistance and carries an on-screen fingerprint sensor and face unlock. Out of the box, it comes installed with Android 12 built over with a One UI core. As the name suggests, it also has 5G compatibility.

Finally, the Galaxy A73 5G comes with a sizable 5000mAh battery, compatible with 25W fast charging.

The Galaxy A73 5G comes in Awesome Gray, Awesome White, and Awesome Mint. It will start selling for PhP 26,990 sometime in April.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra OLED receives Privacy Display verification

Panel features Samsung Display’s Flex Magic Pixel

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The display panel found exclusively on the latest Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has received UL Solutions’ “Privacy Display” verification.

You may have already heard about the flagship device’s innovative display feature, which makes it difficult to view content on the screen when tilted slightly.

Samsung previously said that the process took five years of engineering, testing, and refining, hence the careful and deliberate roll-out instead of a sudden one.

This process included studying how individuals use their phones, what they consider private, and how security should feel in everyday life.

The result, Samsung says, is a fusion of hardware and software expertly calibrated to protect users while on their phones.

The Privacy Display tech eliminates the need for such screen protectors; Samsung does it at the pixel level. More importantly, users can personalize the setting.

It can be toggled manually from the notification panel. Users can also activate it only for specific apps.

That means you can leave it off while watching YouTube, but turn it on automatically for banking apps, messages, or anything more sensitive.

This “anti-shoulder surfing” privacy feature was first teased ahead of the S26 series’ launch. Behind it is Samsung Display’s next-generation Flex Magic Pixel.

The panel-integrated privacy technology allows content to remain clear when viewed from the front, while appearing blurred or nearly invisible from side angles.

As per UL Solutions’ tests, the Samsung display had a side-to-front brightness ratio of 3.5% at a 45-degree side angle. It was reduced further to 0.9% or lower at 60 degrees.

Conventional smartphone panels typically maintain around 40% of their front-facing brightness when viewed from an angle. This makes on-screen content visible to others.

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Unboxing: HONOR Magic8 Pro Photography Kit

A modular accessory setup

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HONOR Magic8 Pro Photography Kit


The new HONOR Magic8 Pro isn’t just getting a camera upgrade — it’s getting an entire system built around long-range photography.

At the center of this unboxing is the HONOR Magic8 Pro Professional Imaging Kit. It’s a modular accessory setup designed to push mobile telephoto shooting further. With the attachable 2.35x Telephoto Extender, protective case, and Shot Imaging Grip, the Magic8 Pro reaches an equivalent 200mm focal length. It can also digitally extend far beyond that. It’s a bold attempt to solve one of smartphone imaging’s hardest problems: clear, stable zoom at night.

The hardware story is just as ambitious. The Magic8 Pro features a 200MP Ultra Night Telephoto camera with a large 1/1.4-inch sensor, wide f/2.6 aperture. It also has an CIPA 6.5-rated stabilization — an industry-leading benchmark for optical image stabilization. HONOR says this new system shifts from passive shake correction to proactive prediction, improving micro-shake detection and keeping distant details sharp even in low light.

Color science also gets an upgrade. The new AiMAGE Color Engine focuses on true-to-life tones, balancing complex lighting scenes like blue hour skylines or neon-lit streets. Expect cleaner highlights, preserved shadow detail, and more consistent skin tones across environments.

But the real story of this kit is experience. The Shot Imaging Grip adds DSLR-style ergonomics, complete with a shutter button, zoom lever, and quick-launch controls. There’s even support for 67mm filters, opening the door to more creative shooting setups.

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ITZY’s YUNA is Infinix’s first ever global brand ambassador

Infinix is in with YUNA in the scene

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Infinix is entering a new era — and the brand is bringing one of K-Pop’s most sought-after stars along the ride.

A first for Infinix

In line with the launch of the latest NOTE 60 series, Infinix has also named YUNA of ITZY as its very first Global Brand Ambassador. The company calls this a bold step forward for both innovation and style.

For the record, this is the first time Infinix has tapped a global ambassador — and the choice makes sense. YUNA is known for her confidence, vibrant energy, and unapologetic self-expression. These qualities align closely with Infinix’s “Joy Tech, Beyond Limits” philosophy.

In a statement, YUNA shared her excitement about the partnership. She said she’s looking forward to connecting with fans in a new way and creating meaningful stories together with the brand.

For Infinix, this collaboration is more than just a celebrity endorsement. It signals a shift in how the company wants to position itself globally — not just as a smartphone maker, but as a lifestyle tech brand for expressive, tech-savvy youth.

The more, the merrier

The partnership goes along the debut of the NOTE 60 Series, further fueling Infinix’s move toward a more premium smartphone experience.

Like YUNA, the NOTE 60 line also brings notable names in the table:

  • Powered by Snapdragon from Qualcomm
  • Design collaboration with Pininfarina
  • Audio tuned with JBL

It’s a clear attempt that Infinix wanted to elevate both performance and design by blending in flagship-level specs, more refined aesthetics, and immersive sound altogether.

Infinix says this launch also marks its expansion into more premium international markets.

With YUNA as the face of the brand, the company hopes to strengthen its appeal among younger users who want both powerful hardware and a device that matches their personality.

Rather than focusing purely on specs, Infinix is leaning into storytelling — highlighting how technology can spark creativity, joy, and individuality.

With the NOTE 60 Series and YUNA front and center, Infinix appears ready to redefine its brand identity on a global scale.

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