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The Garmin Instinct 2X Solar might be what every obstacle course racer needs

It’s time to conquer the great outdoors!

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Fellow obstacle course race (OCR) athletes, heads up!

The new Garmin Instinct 2X Solar and Instinct 2X Solar – Tactical Edition might be the smartwatch we’re looking for.

The recently announced smartwatch joins the Instinct 2 family of rugged, purpose-built smartwatches. It prides itself on its unrivaled durability, cutting-edge features, and the ability to thrive in an extreme environment.

Made for obstacle course racing

As Obstacle Course Racing prospers among athletes and enthusiasts, Garmin took a leap to be at the forefront of a growing sport. The Instinct 2X Solar is the first to offer Obstacle Course Racing as an activity, presenting statistics for running segments and various obstacles.

Athletes can now record obstacle splits, automatically tracking every lap after marking the first lap. The activity will also include the number of runs on a specific course, the run times, the number of obstacles, time spent on each obstacle, run metrics for run splits, elevation profile, heart rate, and distance.

Revolutionizing light and power

The Garmin Instinct 2X debuts an integrated LED flashlight with varying intensities. For instance, there’s a red or adjustable white light that illuminates the surroundings for greater visibility. In strobe mode, the light matches a running cadence, alternating between white and red to create awareness for the user, especially when out for a run in the dark.

Aside from producing its own light, Garmin harnesses the power of solar charging for unparalleled longevity. With its solar charging technology, the Instinct 2X Solar gets almost unlimited battery life, assuming the user wears the device all-day while spending 3 hours per day outside.

But even if solar charging is unavailable, the Instinct 2X Solar prides itself on an extended battery life using different modes. For instance, the Expedition GPS Activity Mode, the smartwatch provides up to 60 days of battery life, while the Battery Saver Watch mode extends it to 100 days. In Smartwatch Mode, it offers up to 40 days of battery life.

In-tact Garmin DNA

Like any Garmin smartwatch, it’s highly durable — built to withstand thermal shock, water resistance, and shock, with a water rating of up to 10 ATM 1, along with a scratch-resistant Power Glass lens.

It also provides features that help any users pursue wellness, fitness, and lifestyle goals such as 24/7 Health and Wellness tracking, advanced monitoring tools for respiration, pulse, heart rate, sleep, and more.

It comes with a built-in sports app and other training features, as well as built-in sensors for improved positional accuracy, a 3-axis compass, and a barometric altimeter. It’s literally built for the outdoors.

Moreover, the smartwatch enables smart connectivity with smart notifications, Garmin Pay for contactless payments, and Connect IQ app integration.

For strategic training

Level up your training with the Instinct 2X Solar – Tactical Edition. The smartwatch is packed with features specifically designed for tactical operations which include Jumpmaster and tactical preloaded activities, projected waypoints, dual-position GPS formatting, and Night-Vision compatibility.

With Stealth Mode, the smartwatch can conceal the GPS position and disables wireless communication to help with training functionality in areas with location security concerns.

It also comes with a multi-LED flashlight to help during night operations, illuminating in either white or a dedicated green. The green light is particularly useful in maintaining the eyes’ natural night vision.

Price and availability in the Philippines

Finally available in the Philippines, the Garmin Instinct 2X Solar retails for PhP 28,250 while the Instinct 2X Solar – Tactical Edition is available at PhP 31,380.

For more information about Garmin Philippines, visit their website or Facebook page.

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The internet is thirsting over the One Piece Season 2 cast

And honestly, fair

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March 12, 2026

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Clips from One Piece Season 2 are circulating across TikTok, Threads, and X — and the internet has reached a very clear conclusion.

Screenshots of Zoro, Nami, Luffy, and Miss All Sunday have been circulating widely online.

This cast is aggressively attractive.

One Threads post even asked the question outright: “Why is the One Piece cast aggressively attractive?” Judging by the reactions online, plenty of fans seem more than happy to investigate.

And after watching the new season ourselves, we can confirm: yes, the viral moments making the rounds online are very real.

Zoro continues to be the internet’s favorite

A big chunk of the viral clips revolve around Mackenyu as Zoro.

Specifically, a scene where the swordsman appears shirtless — showing off a physique that fans immediately began thirst-posting about across social media.

It’s the kind of moment that practically feels engineered for screenshots. Stoic expression. Scarred swordsman energy. Abs fully visible.

Naturally, the internet noticed.

Luffy gets his Hollywood abs moment

Even Iñaki Godoy gets a similar viral moment.

One circulating clip shows Luffy wearing nothing but a towel, with his abs in full view. Fans quickly clipped the scene and began sharing it across social platforms.

Godoy himself seems aware of the moment. In one interview clip now floating around online, the actor joked that he might as well enjoy the “Hollywood abs” moment now — since his next role might just have him playing a regular guy.

Fair point.

@lyn_ching7 Have you seen shirtless LUFFY yet? Prepare for his “12 pack” ⚔️😁 @Netflix Philippines @Netflix @onepiecenetflix #onepiece #netflix #netflixph ♬ original sound – Ms. Lyn Ching

The internet also noticed Miss All Sunday

Another character generating plenty of reactions online is Miss All Sunday, also known to fans as Nico Robin.

Trailer comments posted by Netflix quickly filled up with reactions from viewers pointing out the character’s striking appearance — including jokes asking why her chest looked so prominent in the preview.

Other fans quickly pushed back, asking the obvious question: why complain?

Nami might be winning the internet

Still, the character that seems to be getting the biggest reaction online is Nami.

Clips and screenshots of Emily Rudd wearing a tiny red bra have been circulating widely, with fans praising both the character’s look and Rudd’s screen presence.

The scene is brief, but it clearly made an impression.

And judging by the number of screenshots floating around online, a lot of viewers had the exact same reaction.

Some people tuned in out of curiosity.

Others may have tuned in after seeing those screenshots.

Honestly, fair.

Either way, the viral clips are real — and they’re all pulled directly from the new season.

One Piece Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix.

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Samurai Champloo is getting a live-action adaptation

The adaptation is coming from One Piece’s Tomorrow Studios.

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March 11, 2026

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The live-action One Piece, which recently premiered its second season on Netflix, is one of the rare wins for the anime adaptation segment, especially after a string of misfires. Now, after the success of that series, things are getting bolder. Tomorrow Studios, which produced Netflix’s One Piece, will adapt Samurai Champloo into a live-action format.

Still from the brilliant mind of Shinichirō Watanabe, Samurai Champloo is often touted as the samurai version of Watanabe’s more popular Cowboy Bebop but with a more cohesive story and a hipper soundtrack. Since its first airing over two decades ago, the series has enjoyed a cult following, especially for those who enjoyed Cowboy Bebop.

First reported by Variety, Tomorrow Studios will adapt the show into a live-action series. Critically, Watanabe will be involved in the show’s production.

Because the show is still in early development, there’s no news beyond that. In fact, though it’s likely that Netflix will pick the series up, Tomorrow Studios hasn’t shopped the series to platforms yet.

Samurai Champloo is going to be a huge gamble for the studio. Previously, Tomorrow Studios crashed and burned with its Cowboy Bebop adaptation, which ended up getting canned soon after its premiere. Watanabe even criticized the series for changing the plot too much.

This time, however, Watanabe has given his blessing and will likely steer the adaptation to success. The studio has also promised an adaptation more faithful to the original’s story and soundtrack. Both of which were crucial to the original show’s success.

SEE ALSO: One Piece: Into the Grand Line unveils final trailer ahead of premiere

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ARTMS Heejin shows KPop concert day through Ray-Ban Meta glasses

Heejin films concert POV

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March 11, 2026

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What does a KPop concert look like from the idol’s perspective? Heejin of ARTMS gives fans exactly that.

In a short Instagram Reel filmed using Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, the ARTMS member records an entire concert day from her point of view — from backstage moments to standing on stage in front of hundreds of fans.

The clip begins with Heejin showing off the Ray-Ban Meta glasses before putting them on. She then continues vlogging on her phone while already wearing the smart glasses, casually demonstrating how the wearable camera fits into her usual routine.

From there, the Reel jumps through several moments leading up to the show. We see Heejin signing what appear to be albums for the concert, followed by a quick meal before rehearsals begin.

At one point, she even chats with staff members who seem curious about the Ray-Ban Meta glasses she’s wearing.

Then the highlight arrives.

The perspective suddenly shifts to the stage.

 

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From Heejin’s POV, the crowd stretches across the venue while she performs alongside her fellow ARTMS members. There’s a quick glimpse of choreography while she’s still wearing the glasses — offering fans a rare look at what performing in front of thousands of people actually feels like.

The Reel winds down with the group bowing to the audience as the concert ends.

Finally, the video returns to the same visual from the opening. Heejin lies down on a bed, mirroring the start of the day — a quiet signal that the long concert schedule has finally wrapped.

There are a few fancams too showing the day Heejin wearing the glasses while performing on stage.

 

@seoshu heejin with glasses… I NEED HER #artmsinlondon #heejin #artms #grandclubicarus ♬ original sound – vro

 

@yvessyih i’m a sucker for nerds💔 heejin i love u #heejin #loona #artms #fyp #kpop @Official ARTMS ♬ Drunk in love – Megan ★

From LOONA to ARTMS

For longtime fans, Heejin needs little introduction.

She first debuted in 2016 as the very first member of LOONA, a group known for its ambitious storytelling and global fanbase.

Following LOONA’s restructuring, Heejin went on to become part of ARTMS, a project group that reunites several former members while continuing their creative direction.

Moments like this Reel give fans a small but personal glimpse into that journey — this time through the lens of smart glasses.

What the Ray-Ban Meta glasses actually do

The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses are wearable smart glasses created by Meta in collaboration with Ray-Ban.

They feature a built-in ultra-wide camera, microphones, and open-ear speakers that allow users to capture photos and videos completely hands-free.

Because the camera sits directly in the frame, the footage naturally captures a first-person perspective — exactly the kind of viewpoint that makes Heejin’s Reel feel so immersive.

Instead of watching a concert from the audience, viewers briefly experience what it’s like to be the person standing on stage.

A new perspective for fans

POV videos aren’t new online, but using smart glasses to capture a full concert day adds a new layer to behind-the-scenes content.

For a few moments, fans aren’t just watching the performance.

They’re seeing it through the idol’s eyes.

And for longtime fans who first met Heejin during her early days in LOONA, the moment carries a little extra weight.

From debut stages to a new chapter with ARTMS, the view has changed — but the stage is still the same.

Now the real question is: Which idol would you want to see try this next?

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