Laptops

Apple unveils new 14-inch MacBook Pro M5

Up to 3.5x more AI performance, faster storage, up to 24 hours battery

Published

October 15, 2025

GadgetMatch

Apple has introduced the new 14-inch MacBook Pro M5. It brings faster performance, greater efficiency, and a major leap in AI capability to the Mac lineup.

The next big leap in AI for the Mac

The M5’s 10-core GPU design brings up to 3.5x faster AI performance than M4, and 6x faster than M1. This makes it ideal for everything from text-to-image generation in Draw Things. It’s also great for faster large language model (LLM) processing in LM Studio.

The enhanced 16-core Neural Engine further speeds up AI-driven workflows such as data modeling, video enhancement, and deep learning . Meanwhile, the 2x faster SSD supports up to 4TB of storage for loading large AI models and handling heavy creative projects.

Next-level performance with M5

M5’s world-fastest CPU core drives up to 20% faster multithreaded performance for code compiling, multitasking, and creative apps like Premiere Pro and Blender. Its GPU enables up to 1.6x faster graphics and 1.6x higher frame rates in games like Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition compared to the previous generation.

For developers and professionals, over 150GB/s of unified memory bandwidth makes it easier to run large AI models or manipulate complex 3D scenes. AI video tools such as Topaz Video now process enhancements up to 7.7x faster than M1, while compiling code in Xcode is up to 2.1x faster.

Big gains for M1 and Intel upgraders

Upgraders from Intel-based Macs will see up to 86x faster AI performance, 30x faster GPU performance, and 5.5x faster CPU speeds. M1 users get up to 6x faster AI, 6.8x faster GPU with ray tracing, and 2x faster CPU performance.

Battery life rises dramatically — up to 14 more hours than Intel models, and four more hours compared to M1. Fast charge powers the MacBook Pro to 50% in 30 minutes using a 96W USB-C adapter.

The 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display hits 1600 nits peak HDR brightness, while the 12MP Center Stage camera, studio-quality mics, and six-speaker Spatial Audio system deliver superior audio-visual experiences.

macOS Tahoe and Apple Intelligence

Running macOS Tahoe, the new 14-inch MacBook Pro brings major updates to Spotlight, Continuity, and Live Activities, alongside a redesigned interface with Liquid Glass effects and new customization options.

With Apple Intelligence, users can summarize messages, translate calls in real time, and automate tasks using smarter Shortcuts and app-integrated models — all while keeping data private and on-device.

Built for sustainability

The new MacBook Pro supports Apple 2030, the company’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality across its products and supply chain by the end of the decade. It’s made from 45% recycled materials, including 100% recycled aluminum, rare earth elements, and cobalt. The device is built using 55% renewable electricity and ships in 100% fiber-based packaging.

Pricing and availability

Customers can pre-order the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 starting October 17 at apple.com/sg/store and in the Apple Store app. It will be available in stores and begin shipping to customers starting Wednesday, October 22.

The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 starts at SGD 2,199, or SGD 2,049 with education pricing, and comes in space black and silver. Configure-to-order options and accessories are available at apple.com/sg/mac.

Laptops

ROG launches 2026 Strix gaming laptop series

The pinnacle of gaming experiences

Published

June 16, 2026

GadgetMatch

The 2026 ROG Strix gaming laptops have officially arrived. They are available in the latest Strix G16 and G18 variants, as well as the Strix SCAR 18.

The latest gaming notebooks represent the pinnacle of gaming experiences, combining upgraded ROG Nebula Display technologies, refinements to ROG Intelligent Cooling, expanded high-speed connectivity, and a tool-less, upgrade-friendly chassis.

The 2026 ROG Strix G series raises the bar for mainstream gaming laptops. Both 16-inch and 18-inch models come with 2.5K Nebula Displays, now upgraded with ultra-fast 300Hz refresh rate.

Both models are capable of ultra-high framerates for the latest AAA games, thanks to the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 290HX and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080.

Their chassis can accommodate up to 32GB DDR5 memory and up to 1TB SSD storage.

The performance is complemented by advanced ROG Intelligent Cooling, featuring end-to-end vapor chambers, Tri-Fan technology, and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal.

The ROG Strix G series ranges from PhP 159,995 to PhP 319,995.

On the other hand, the 2026 ROG Strix SCAR continues ASUS ROG’s pursuit of uncompromised gaming performance.

The Strix SCAR 18 comes with the first 18-inch 4K 240Hz Mini LED laptop panel, with over 2,000 dimming zones. ROG Nebula ELMB provides up to 16x greater motion clarity. The panel also features 1,600 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3, and AGLR technology.

This laptop similarly comes with Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus, and up to GeForce RTX 5090 graphics. The graphics side is also enhanced by DLSS 4, Multi-Frame Generation, and GPU-accelerated technologies specially for the latest AAA titles.

New on the 2026 release is up to a 320W total system power. It also has a 20% thicker vapor chamber, as well as Upgraded Liquid Crystal Polymer fans to increase total airflow by 91%.

The ROG Strix SCAR 18 costs PhP 439,995.

Computers

Rewind: WWDC 2026

The Siri Update We’ve Been Waiting For?!

Published

June 10, 2026

GadgetMatch and Michael Josh Villanueva

At WWDC 2026, Apple unveiled Siri AI, a smarter version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence, with personal context, onscreen awareness, deeper app integration, and a brand-new experience across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Vision Pro.

Apple also announced new Apple Intelligence features, Google Gemini-powered foundation models, smarter photo editing tools, improved parental controls, faster performance across iPhone and iPad, and the next version of macOS: Golden Gate.

In this WWDC 2026 Rewind, Michael Josh breaks down the biggest announcements, what actually matters. And, whether Apple finally delivered on the promises it made last year.

Computex 2026

Here’s all the RTX Spark notebooks announced at COMPUTEX 2026

We got notebooks from ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, and MSI.

Published

June 5, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

There’s been much ado about the NVIDIA RTX Spark. By now, you’ve probably heard a lot about the upcoming reinvention of PCs. But, as a regular consumer, it’s hard to visualize just how this revolution looks like. Thankfully, in NVIDIA’s demo suites, a few manufacturers got to showcase their take on an RTX Spark notebook. And all of them are coming out in the fall.

ASUS ProArt P14 and P16

ASUS ProArt P16

ASUS ProArt P14

Dell XPS 16 Creator Edition

HP OmniBook X 14 and Ultra 16

HP OmniBook X 14

HP OmniBook Ultra 16

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9n

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra

MSI Prestige N16 Flip AI+

Unfortunately, none of these brands could share comprehensive details about their laptops beyond a promise for raw power. All of these models aren’t the final version yet.

However, just from what we can tell, these notebooks do feel different from the standard fare of laptops today. For one, they are deceptively heavier. Though all of the OEMs promise a much thinner profile, they’re either packing a lot of tech inside or are using denser materials for their chassis. But again, these are engineering units, so who knows how heavy these things will actually be?

Secondly, based on NVIDIA’s demos, they can do a lot of heavy lifting. NVIDIA says that these superchips are meant for developers and creators, but gamers will also find joy in their performance. DLSS 4.5, in particular, feels like a true revolution in terms of graphics.

Thankfully, fall isn’t too far away. If you can wait, the next evolution of PCs is just around the corner.