The realme 16T 5G has officially launched in the Philippines. This midrange device is headlined by an 8,000mAh battery, 50MP main camera, and IP69 ruggedness.

Available in Aurora Green and Starlight Black, the realme 16T 5G is priced at:

• PhP 22,999 (8GB+128GB)
• PhP 24,999 (8GB+256GB)

But starting August 28, customers can get the lower-priced variant for as low as PhP 15,731.

At all official realme stores nationwide, customers who pre-order the realme 16T 5G from August 28 to September 3 and claim their reserved unit from September 4 to 15 can enjoy offers worth PhP 7,298.

Pre-order perks include:

• Free Laifen SE Lite Hair Dryer
• Free Privilege Card with 6-Month Extended Warranty and 6-Month Damage Protection
• Instant PhP 2,000 off

Meanwhile, customers who purchase the smartphone during the First Selling Period from September 4 to 15 can enjoy offers worth PhP 3,499, including an instant discount.

Furthermore, the device is available for flexible payment options via Home Credit (0% at up to 18 months).

More power, more moments

As previously teased, the realme 16T 5G comes with power and endurance designed to last for years. The 8,000mAh Titan Battery’s large battery capacity enables users to wield the device for up to two days on a single charge.

This battery also comes with a 7-Year Battery Health Guarantee, retaining at least 80% capacity even after being with the owner for years. When it is time to recharge, the battery supports 45W SUPERVOOC charging.

On its back is a 50MP Sony IMX852 main sensor, running on TÜV Rheinland-certified LumaColor IMAGE Algorithm. This is built for accurate skin tones and balanced exposure between subject and background.

The camera package’s standout feature is Vibe Master Mode, which gives shots a classic film camera look straight out of the app. Users can also switch to Pro mode and shoot in RAW DNG for extra editing room.

They can also tweak settings directly before pressing the shutter so captures would be ready for posting.

The realme 16T 5G also comes with NEXT AI imaging suite for quick AI-powered editing features. This suite includes AI Edit Genie 2.0, AI Perfect Shot, AI Eraser, AI Portrait Glow, and AI Instant Clip.

In front, the phone comes with a 6.8-inch 144Hz display with up to 1,200 nits of peka brightness. The phone also carries an IP69 Pro rating for water and dust protection, as well as Armor Shell and military-grade shock resistance.

Samsung has announced the Galaxy S26 FE, the newest addition to its Galaxy S26 lineup. It is also the first phone in the series to launch with One UI 9.

Samsung says the phone focuses on the features users value most. It combines enhanced cameras, more context-aware Galaxy AI, and a thin and light design.

Sharper capture and easier editing

The Galaxy S26 FE features an enhanced triple rear camera system. Samsung says its improved image processing helps users capture both still scenes and fast-moving subjects.

The phone also gets My FanCam, which first appeared on Samsung’s latest foldables. The feature automatically tracks a selected person and keeps them centered in the frame. It can then reframe the video as the scene changes.

For video, Super Steady with Horizontal Lock helps keep footage smoother and more level. Samsung positions it for everything from fast-moving activities to travel and everyday scenes.

The Galaxy S26 FE also supports 3x optical zoom. Its upgraded 12-megapixel front camera captures a wider 80-degree field of view.

Samsung’s Nightography returns for low-light photography. It aims to produce brighter and clearer shots while retaining detail in challenging conditions.

Photo Assist also makes its way to the phone. Users can edit photos with natural language prompts. They can change the time of day, add elements, or restore missing parts. Samsung also lets users review edits step by step and undo them.

The phone also supports Gemini Omni for creating and editing video clips from photos and videos stored in the Gallery. Samsung says this can turn existing media into polished, ready-to-share videos.

One UI 9 brings smarter AI

The Galaxy S26 FE launches with One UI 9 and a range of context-aware Galaxy AI features.

Samsung has updated Now Brief with customizable briefing cards. These can include information such as weather and wellness insights. Users can also create their own cards with a simple prompt.

Now Nudge now extends to select third-party apps and notifications. It surfaces timely suggestions throughout the day to help users act on relevant information.

Samsung has also expanded Circle to Search with Google. Users can now search for multiple items in an image at the same time.

Built for all-day use

The Galaxy S26 FE packs a 4,900mAh battery. Samsung says it can reach up to 69 percent charge in around 30 minutes with a 45W adapter.

It also has a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Samsung says the screen is designed for streaming, gaming, browsing, and creative work.

Samsung has also improved the setup experience. Smart Switch can wirelessly transfer data from Android and iOS devices by scanning a QR code. This includes passwords, passkeys, call history, accessibility settings, and eSIM data.

The company promises up to seven generations of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates. Samsung Care+ also provides additional coverage and device support.

The phone also comes with a six-month trial of Google AI Pro. The offer includes expanded AI capabilities and 5TB of cloud storage.

Price and availability

In the Philippines, the Galaxy S26 FE starts at PhP 46,990 for 128GB. The 256GB model costs PhP 53,990, while the 512GB model costs PhP 67,990.

The phone comes in Blueberry, Graphite, and Pistachio. It is now available at Samsung Experience Stores nationwide. Samsung.com availability begins September 11.

Samsung is also offering introductory discounts until November 30. The 512GB model gets PhP 7,000 off, while the 256GB model gets PhP 5,000 off. The release also lists a PhP 4,000 discount for 256GB, which appears to be a duplicate in the supplied press release.

Customers can also get up to 15 percent off for up to 36 months through select bank partners. Trade-ins come with up to PhP 6,000 in guaranteed savings.

Just a month after its Mainland China release, Xiaomi reveals the refreshed REDMI Note 17 and Note 17 Pro series for global markets.

Boosted all around

REDMI is giving the Note 17 series a major endurance boost!

The headliner is none other than REDMI Note 17 Pro Max with its monstrous 10,000mAh battery capacity — or 9210mAh for other regions.

That’s followed by the REDMI Note 17 Pro with a 8,340mAh battery. For context, the 15 Pro+ and 15 Pro models only had 6500+mAh batteries.

The 5G and 4G versions of the REDMI Note 17 weren’t left behind as well with their 7700mAh tanks. These two base models rely on Xiaomi’s 45W Turbo charging.

On the other hand, the REDMI Note 17 Pro features a speedier 67W HyperCharge while the Note 17 Pro Max has the fastest of ’em all at 100W HyperCharge.

All models support 22.5W wired reverse charging.

More than just big batteries

The REDMI Note 17 Pro and Pro Max both rock a 6.83-inch 1.5K CrystalRes 1.5K AMOLED display. They also feature up to 3,500 nits peak brightness, 12-bit color depth.

Meanwhile, the REDMI Note 17 5G and Note 17 4G share the same 6.99-inch Full HD+ AMOLED screen.

More display feats include a 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, plus instantaneous touch sampling reaching 3200Hz — as long as you enable Game Turbo.

The base Note 17 models share the same camera system: 50MP f/1.8 main plus 16MP f/2.5 selfie camera. The Pro series also possess a similar rear camera system: 50MP f/1.8 + 8MP f/2.2 Ultra-Wide Angle (UWA).

Selfie shooters are different though. 16MP f/2.4 for the Pro model while a larger and brighter 32MP f/2.2 for the Pro Max.

Furthermore, each models differ a lot based on what’s in their cores:

All phones ship with Xiaomi HyperOS 3. Other than Google’s Gemini and Circle to Search, Xiaomi’s built-in AI Creativity Assistant.

However, the Note 17 Pro Max takes it up a notch with Xiaomi HyperAI features:

• AI Writing
• AI Interpreter
• AI Speech Recognition
• AI Dynamic Wallpapers and more

Built to take a beating

Both models of the REDMI Note 17 Pro series boast the reinforced Titan Structure for utmost durability. Moreover, they bear multiple IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings. Certified resistance to immersion of up to 2 meters for 72 hours.

REDMI also claims certified drop resistance of up to 3 meters onto granite surfaces.

It doesn’t stop there. The Pro displays are protected by the flagship-grade Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

Eye safety wasn’t compromised too with its 3840Hz PWM dimming. Even so, it brags three TÜV Rheinland certifications for low blue light, flicker-free, and circadian-friendly use cases.

Wet Touch Technology 2.0 also allows the display to remain responsive when used with wet, oily, foamy, or even sweaty fingers.

Lastly, the base REDMI Note 17 models are limited to IP65 rating. They also have dedicated microSD card slots that the Pro models lack.

Pricing and Availability

The base pricing and color options of the REDMI Note 17 series are as follows:

REDMI Note 17 Pro Max

• starts at US$ 499
• Cloud Blush, Green, Purple, Black colorways

REDMI Note 17 Pro

• starts at US$ 399
• Sky Blue, Satin Orange, Purple, Black colorways

REDMI Note 17 5G

• starts at US$ 299
• Celestial Purple, Sky Teal, Black colorways

REDMI Note 17 4G

• starts at US$ 249
• Celestial Purple, Sky Teal, Black colorways

Additionally, prospective buyers of the REDMI Note 17 Series in eligible markets will enjoy several benefits at no extra cost:

• 6-month trial / Google One + 200GB cloud storage
• 2-month trial / YouTube Premium
• 3-month trail / Spotify Premium