News

M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air are now available in the Philippines

Together with Power Mac Center’s generous discounts and deals

Published

June 21, 2024

Vincenz

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
M4 iPad Pro	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
M2 iPad Air	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.

News

Mastercard brings Apple Pay to customers in the Philippines

Easy and secure way to pay across Apple ecosystem

Published

August 4, 2026

GadgetMatch

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.

News

Visa brings Apple Pay to its customers in the Philippines

An easier and more secure way to pay with iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac

Published

August 4, 2026

GadgetMatch

Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, announced today that Visa debit and credit cardholders in the Philippines can now add their eligible cards to Apple Pay on their iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac. Apple Pay is an easy, secure and private way to pay in-store, in-app and online.

This announcement accelerates the digitalization of payments all while expanding payment options for Filipinos traveling abroad and visitors traveling to the Philippines. Across the Asia Pacific region, 97% of travelers¹ say that they will bring credit, debit, or prepaid cards on their trips, while only 17% intend to bring foreign currency. Among travelers, 38% said they prefer cards because of robust security and fraud protection features, while 20% cite wide acceptance. Apple Pay seamlessly delivers on these exact needs by making everyday transactions easy, secure, and private.

Visa Confidential

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. 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.

“Apple Pay represents the next evolution of payments in the Philippines, combining ease of use, simplicity, and security in every transaction, helping amplify the payment experience for Visa cardholders in the Philippines. With Apple Pay, Filipinos and tourists alike now have seamless and secure ways to pay across shops, restaurants, travel destinations, and public transport, supporting the nation’s vision to become a cash-lite economy,” said Jeffrey Navarro, Country Manager for Visa Philippines.

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.

Apple Pay is easy to set up. On iPhone, simply open the Wallet app, tap the ‘+’, and follow the steps to add a Visa 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. Customers will continue to receive all of the rewards and benefits offered by their Visa cards.

For more information on Apple Pay, visit: https://www.apple.com/ph/apple-pay/

Accessories

Sony WH-1000XM6 gets a new Olive Gray colorway option

The new color launches today.

Published

August 4, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Last year, the Sony WH-1000XM6 quickly became our favorite pair of noise-cancelling headphones. The audio quality pairs remarkably well with its ANC capabilities. Now, a year into the accessory’s life cycle, new colors are still coming out. Today, the acclaimed WH-1000XM6 is getting an Olive Gray variant.

A few months ago, Sony expanded the WH-1000XM6’s colorway options with a Sandstone version, launching alongside the Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION. At the time, the new color added a splash of life to an already blossoming lineup.

Now, much like the rest of the lineup, the new Olive Gray version is a subdued mashup between olive green and gray. Though it stands out on its own, the color is still cool enough to mix well with the contours of the user’s head.

Other than that, the new version is still identical to the inner workings of the original device. The Sony WH-1000XM6 comes with a new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3, providing 12 microphones for effective noise cancellation. In terms of audio quality, the headphones support High-Resolution Audio and High-Resolution Audio Wireless, thanks to LDAC support.

Also, the accessory sits comfortable on the head with a high rigidity carbon fiber composite material dome, cushioned well with synthetic leather.

As always, the Olive Gray version, launching today, will sell for US$ 459.99.

In Singapore, the Sony WH-1000XM6 in Olive Gray is available starting today through Sony Stores, the Sony Store Online, and authorized dealers for S$649, matching the pricing of the existing color options.