realme has given a first look at the upcoming realme 16 Series 5G, highlighting a mix of refined design and upgraded portrait photography ahead of its local debut.

The new Number Series leans into tactile materials and nature-inspired aesthetics, while positioning its camera system as a key upgrade.

Nature-inspired design, refined finish

At the center of the update is the Urban Wild Design, developed with Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa. The approach blends organic textures with a clean, urban look.

Leading the lineup is the realme 16 Pro+ 5G in Master Gold, inspired by sunlit wheat fields. The realme 16 Pro 5G follows in Pebble Grey and Orchid Purple, while the standard realme 16 5G opts for a minimalist “Air” aesthetic in White and Black.

The Pro+ model uses a bio-based silicone back panel derived from plant-based straw, designed to feel soft while remaining durable and resistant to wear. Meanwhile, the base model shifts to a horizontal camera strip, replacing the Pro series’ rounded square module and integrating a selfie mirror beside the main camera.

200MP portrait system leads upgrades

Photography takes center stage with a 200MP multi-focal camera system on the Pro models. The realme 16 Pro+ 5G pairs its 200MP OIS main sensor with a 50MP 3.5x telephoto lens, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP front camera.

It also introduces what realme claims is the industry’s first TÜV Rheinland-certified LumaColor Image Camera, aimed at improving color accuracy, balancing exposure, and delivering more natural skin tones.

The realme 16 Pro 5G retains the 200MP OIS main sensor alongside an 8MP ultra-wide, while the realme 16 5G features a 50MP Sony IMX852 main camera and a 50MP front shooter.

realme will officially launch the 16 Series 5G in the Philippines on April 23 at 5:30 PM via a livestream on its official Facebook page.

vivo has officially opened pre-orders for the vivo V70 FE, the more affordable follow-up to the vivo V70 launched last February.

The pre-order period is until April 24 and the midrange smartphone is available in two memory configurations:

• 8GB+256GB: PhP 25,999
• 12GB+256GB: PhP 29,999

Customers who place pre-orders at vivo stores nationwide will receive:

• limited-time vivo VIP Card with a 6-month extended warranty and 6-month broken screen insurance
• limited edition vivo Buds Air3
• PhP 1,000 discount

Customers can also bring home the vivo V70 FE for as low as PhP 37/day with 0% interest installment plans up to 18 months via Home Credit.

In addition, Globe has been tapped as the official network partner for a free prepaid SIM with 1-year unli 5G.

The vivo V70 FE has a POP MART Zsiga Exclusive Photo Border, thanks to its partnership with the IP. You may recall that the vivo V70 also released an exclusive Golden Hour colorway earlier.

The device is built for creators with a 200MP main camera, which can deliver portraits at different focal lengths, including an 85mm zoom.

In front is a 32MP camera and a 6.81-inch 120Hz 1.5K AMOLED display.

The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7360-Turbo processor. It houses a 7,000mAh battery with support for 90W fast charging.

Customers can choose from three colorways: Muse Purple, Ocean Blue, and Urban Silver.

Australian carry brand Bellroy has expanded its footprint in the Philippines, striking partnerships with retailers Beyond the Box and Digital Walker.

This shall enable Filipino customers to experience the brand’s award-winning, protective tech kits firsthand at select physical stores and even online.

Bellroy has befome a global favorite since its inception in 2010 for its design-led minimalism and commitment to sustainability.

Some of the brand’s featured products readily available in-store include MagSafe-compatible phone cases and the best-selling Desk Caddy and Tech kit.

The latter is designed to organize chargers and cables seamlessly.

Meanwhile, the Venture and Lite series bags are also available. These are crafted from durable, water-resistant fabrics made from 100% recycled PET plastic bottles.

Furthermore, exclusive editions featuring INNOVERA, a high-performance plant-based leather alternative with 80% renewable carbon content, are also on display.

Customers can visit select Digital Walker and Beyond the Box branches nationwide to check Bellroy’s offerings.

They are present at flagship locations in Bonifacio High Street, Uptown Mall, and Glorietta. Alternatively, customers can also shop online via digitalwalker.ph and beyondthebox.ph.