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HONOR 90 5G: Price, availability in the Philippines

Stuns with 200MP camera, luxurious design!

Published

August 15, 2023

GadgetMatch

HONOR has just announced the advent of HONOR 90 5G — the newest smartphone in its N-series — in the Philippines.

The latest smartphone features a 200-megapixel main camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor, coupled with a 12-megapixel ultra-wide and macro camera with a 112° field of view, and a 2-megapixel depth camera. Up front, it houses a 50-megapixel camera capturing selfies with exceptional detail.

Impressive content

Harnessing the power of its impressive hardware and software, the HONOR 90 5G produces photos with excellent high dynamic range and keeps a detailed and bright shot even in low-light situations.

Portraits are also enhanced, improving the facial features, skin tone accuracy, and an authentic-looking bokeh effect that blends the background naturally.

But photos aren’t the only stunning output coming from the HONOR 90. The smartphone employs artificial intelligence for video denoising and video mode recommendations, along with an AI Vlog Assistant that helps generate a social media-ready 15-second video with just a few taps.

Impressive display

Consuming content looks delightful with the HONOR 90, thanks to its 6.7-inch quad-curved floating display. It supports a high resolution of 2664×1200, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, with up to 1.07 billion colors. It also allows optimum display readability, even under intense bright light due to its peak brightness of 1600 nits.

Further, the HONOR 90 comes with a fast, responsive screen with up to 120Hz refresh rate along with HDR10+ support and HDR certifications from Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.

To prioritize safety, the HONOR 90 is also equipped with TÜV Rheinland’s Flicker Free Certification while also supporting the industry’s highest Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Dimming frequency of 3840Hz which minimizes the strain a display puts on users’ eyes.

To alleviate eye fatigue, the display features dynamic dimming which simulates natural light, and the Circadian Night Display technology filters blue light to promote natural melatonin secretion at night.

Impressive experience

The HONOR 90 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Accelerated Edition, promising 20% better GPU and 30% better AI performance compared to its predecessor. It’s also equipped with a large 5,000mAh battery which lasts up to 19.5 hours of continuous local video streaming. It easily juices up with its 66W HONOR SuperCharge, backing up to 45% in just 15 minutes.

Moreover, the device has a 147% larger vapor chamber for efficient heat dissipation, keeping the internal temperature in check for a cool, chill experience.

Speaking of experience, users can personalize their smartphones through HONOR MagicOS 7.1 which is based on Android 13. The HONOR 90 comes with enhanced smart features that users can take advantage of.

Impressive design

The HONOR 90 looks stunning with its sleek and stylish design inspired by haute couture and luxury jewelry. It looks classy with its 7.8mm thin and 183g lightweight body, adorned by smooth, rounded edges. It also comes with deeply reinforced glass, providing peace of mind in terms of durability and reliability.

On its rear, the HONOR 90 features the iconic Dual Ring Design, producing a brilliant shine and adding an extra touch of elegance.

Price and availability

The HONOR 90 5G comes in three colors: Midnight Black, Emerald Green, and Diamond Silver. Pre-order HONOR 90 5G from August 16-25, 2023 for only Php 24,990 and Get a FREE JBL Flip 6 worth Php 7,499 until supplies last!

Get it at select HONOR Outlets or online channels such as Shopee, Lazada, or TikTok Shop!

HONOR Fans can also avail of the HONOR 90 5G via Home Credit for as low as Php 1,002 per month on a 0% interest installment payment.

Leading credit card providers BDO, BPI, Citibank, Eastwest, Metrobank, PNB, and Security Bank also offer 0% interest, payable up to 12 months.

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vivo X300 Ultra goes global with ZEISS Master Lenses

Pro imaging flagship debuts globally

Published

April 16, 2026

GadgetMatch

vivo has officially announced the global launch of the X300 Ultra, marking the first international debut of its top-tier imaging flagship.

The device introduces the ZEISS Master Lenses Collection, featuring triple prime focal lengths at 14mm, 35mm, and 85mm. It supports up to 200MP output across key focal lengths and can extend reach to 200mm and 400mm using optional telephoto extenders.

A 200MP 85mm telephoto camera with gimbal-level stabilization and 60fps AF tracking enables detailed long-range shots. Meanwhile, the 35mm camera uses a large Sony LYTIA sensor for natural perspective and improved low-light performance.

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For video, the X300 Ultra supports multi-focal 4K 120fps recording in both 10-bit Log and Dolby Vision formats. It also introduces Pro Video mode with LUT support and compatibility with ACES workflows for advanced color grading.

The phone runs on Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, paired with a dedicated imaging chip. It packs a 6600mAh battery with 100W wired and 40W wireless charging.

Other features include a 2K ZEISS Master Color Display, quad-mic audio recording system, IP68/IP69 durability, and up to five years of OS updates.

Pricing and availability will depend on the region.

Read more: vivo X300 Ultra wants to beat the iPhone 17 Pro Max in pro video

Enterprise

Allbirds suddenly turns into an AI company

Published

April 16, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Allbirds is an odd shoe company. Though it already enjoyed a cult following in some circles around the world, the brand suddenly expanded its reach everywhere, offering a lighter and more environment-friendly alternative to the usual suspects of the shoe world. Now, getting even odder, Allbirds is ditching the shoes and going barefoot into the world of AI.

It’s one of the oddest transitions in the corporate world. In an official statement, Allbirds has confirmed that it will pivot fully into a “fully integrated GPU-as-a-Service and AI-native cloud solutions provider.” From Allbirds, it will be known as NewBird AI.

It’s not an incredibly abrupt change, though. The shoe brand and its stores won’t disappear overnight. The company will still hold a shareholder vote on May 18. If approved, they will transition into the new brand gradually.

The transition to AI, itself a gremlin of a keyword in today’s financial world, has resulted in the company’s stock value rising up. However, its long-term viability is in question, especially for a company with no experience in a world already drowning in AI.

From last year to today, AI has been the darling child of investors and a plague to consumers. While the former salivates over the short-term gain of AI adoption, the latter ruminates on the technology’s projected effects on the world.

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vivo X300 FE launches with ZEISS telephoto system

Compact phone with pro zoom

Published

April 16, 2026

GadgetMatch

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vivo has announced the vivo X300 FE, a compact flagship built around pro-grade imaging, long battery life, and extended software support.

The device features a ZEISS co-engineered camera system, led by a 50MP Super Telephoto camera with up to 200mm equivalent focal length via the all-new Telephoto Extender Gen 2. It also includes a 50MP main camera alongside a 110° ultra-wide lens.

This camera system is designed for flexible shooting across travel, concerts, and street photography.

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AI imaging powers much of the experience, with features like AI True Clarity Engine, Stage Mode for low-light concerts, and AI editing tools such as AI Erase and AI Image Expander. Video capabilities go up to 8K at 30fps and 4K at 120fps.

The X300 FE adopts a compact flat design with a 6.31-inch display, weighing 191g and measuring 7.99mm thin. It comes in Mist Purple, Glow White, Luxe Black, and Urban Olive colorways.

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Powering the device is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. You should not confuse it though with the more superior Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.

Moreover, it has a 6500mAh battery paired with 90W wired charging plus 40W wireless charging that the newer V70 series lacks.. It also features a vapor chamber cooling system for sustained performance.

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The phone runs OriginOS 6 with cross-device features and promises five years of OS updates, seven years of security patches, and long-term smooth performance.

The vivo X300 FE also carries IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance.

Pricing and availability will depend on the region.