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Everything we know so far about the Huawei P40 Pro

No ban can stop this phone from going out

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While the Mobile World Congress will no longer push through, Huawei is gearing up to unveil its new Huawei P40 series lineup of devices. Of course, one of the devices to look out for is the new Huawei P40 Pro — the successor to the P30 Pro. Even with a cancelled MWC and on-and-off bans from major markets, the company seems undeterred to show you what it’s got.

Here’s what we know so far about the Huawei P40 Pro:

Phone design

Leaked photos and renders online suggest that the Huawei P40 Pro will come with a curved display. On the display, these leaks also show that the phone will come with a punch-hole camera on the upper left. The punch-hole camera setup, at the very least suggests that the phone will come with a dual selfie camera setup. In terms of the quality of the lenses of the dual selfie camera, nothing has been revealed yet.

Other photos are also suggesting that the Huawei P40 Pro will look relatively similar to that of its less powerful brother, the Huawei P40. There are reports that claim that both models will come in five different colors: Black, Blush Gold, Silver Frost, Deep Sea Blue, and Ice White with a rumored Mint Green. Also, no renders or leaks have shown any sign of a headphone jack on the device, so it’s possible that this is the direction Huawei wants to go.

The camera setup

Renders of the main cameras on the Huawei P40 Pro show Leica sensors, much similar to how the past Huawei P Series smartphones. One report from Somag News suggests that a Sony IMX700 CMOS sensor will be in the P40 series, with a resolution of 52MP. If this is true, this means that Huawei has opted not to follow their competitors in incorporating high-resolution sensors to their flagships.

Leaks also suggest a sort of camera bump at the back of the phone because of this setup. These renders show that Huawei is opting for a quad-camera setup for the P40 Pro, highlighted by the previously mentioned Sony IMX700 sensor. The main camera could also come with a 40MP ultra-wide-angle lens and a 10x optical zoom sensor, which could perform better in low light situations.

The big reveals

One thing that Huawei made sure of was that they plan to launch the P40 series sometime late March of this year. Some had anticipated that the now-cancelled Mobile World Congress was going to be the company’s main platform to tease the new phone.

Of course, if the US ban on Huawei is still in effect by the time of its actual release, expect that the phone won’t come with any native Google apps. Instead, Huawei plans to incorporate its Huawei Mobile Services suite, which is still miles behind the Google Suite.

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Xbox saves Kojima’s PHYSINT after PlayStation drops support

PlayStation says the separation was mutual, but Kojima hints otherwise.

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September 11, 2026

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Things aren’t going well in the PlayStation camp. After two months of frankly questionable decisions, the company adds another to the pile by dropping support for Hideo Kojima’s PHYSINT.

For a while now, Kojima and PlayStation were in a very productive relationship with the Death Stranding duology, a critically acclaimed collection of titles for the platform. When things looked like they were going well, Kojima announced PHYSINT, an espionage-themed game which reminded fans way too much of Metal Gear Solid.

If you were investing in a PlayStation 5 to play Kojima’s latest thriller, you might want to move your chips elsewhere now. PlayStation has just dropped support for the espionage game, meaning PHYSINT will no longer be a first-party title for the platform.

Though PlayStation claims that the decision came after “careful consideration,” Kojima himself has said that the move was “unexpected,” going against PlayStation’s assurance of a mutual separation.

Very quickly, Xbox has announced that their platform will support PHYSINT instead. It’s a big get for the competing brand because Xbox Game Studios is already supporting OD, Kojima’s other upcoming horror project starring Sophia Lillis.

Unfortunately, it’s difficult to say more. As is tradition, Kojima will not explain much more about his upcoming titles. In fact, OD’s trailer barely says anything. One thing’s for sure, though: we’re all in for quite a ride.

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PH to celebrate 1st ever National Cinema Day; movies start at less than $2

Watch a movie on September 12 for a fraction of the cost

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September 10, 2026

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The Philippines will be celebrating its first ever National Cinema Day on September 12. On this day, movie tickets will go for as low as PhP 100 (US$ 1.60) at regular 2D cinemas.

The campaign aims to make moviegoing more accessible to audiences. This includes families, friends, students, and cinephiles in general.

Such initiative has been a staple in other countries, like the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, and more. The same concept applies, with movie tickets going on sale for a lot less.

What’s great about the celebration is that all movies scheduled for exhibition on September 12, whether local or international, shall get the special admission price.

Advanced tickets sales have already begun. Customers can purchase through participating box offices, official websites, mobile apps, and authorized platforms.

Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis and remain subject to theater capacity. Prices vary for other viewing formats like Director’s Club or IMAX, for instance.

The campaign is organized by the Cinema Exhibitors Association of the Philippines (CEAP), along with industry and government partners.

The initiative is supported by the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP), Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB), and the Metro Manila Film Festival through the MMDA.

Participating cinemas include Ayala Malls Cinemas, SM Cinemas, Robinsons Movieworld, CityMall Cinema, Megaworld Cinemas, and more.

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iPhone Duo: Price, availability in the Philippines

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September 10, 2026

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Apple has officially entered the foldable smartphone market with the iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone. It uses a passport-style design that opens into a larger display while retaining a more conventional smartphone experience when folded.

Price and availability

The iPhone Duo starts at PhP 159,990 in the Philippines for the 256GB model as listed on the Apple website.

Here’s the full local pricing:

  • 256GB — PhP 159,990
  • 512GB — PhP 175,990
  • 1TB — PhP 207,990
  • 2TB — PhP 254,990

The iPhone Duo comes in Star White and Night Sky.

Actual availability in the Philippines has yet to be officially announced.

A foldable design with two displays

The iPhone Duo has a 5.4-inch outer display when folded and expands to a 7.6-inch main display when opened. Both orientations use the same aspect ratio, allowing iOS to transition between them seamlessly.

The rear chassis uses Ceramic Shield, while the front display gets Ceramic Shield 2. The device is also IP68-rated for dust and water resistance.

Its hinge uses carbon fiber supports and magnets that produce an audible click when the phone is folded.

A20 Pro brings flagship performance

The iPhone Duo is powered by the A20 Pro, the same chip found in the iPhone 18 Pro series. Apple says the chip delivers 35 percent better sustained performance than the iPhone 17 Pro.

It also comes with the new C2 cellular modem, which provides up to 50 percent faster uploads. Like other foldables, the Duo can be used in different configurations, including tent mode and a partially folded book-like position.

48-megapixel camera system

The iPhone Duo gets a 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera alongside a 12-megapixel 2x telephoto camera.

For selfies and video calls, it has a 12-megapixel Center Stage camera. The inner display also uses an under-screen camera for a cleaner look.

Battery life goes beyond a day

The iPhone Duo offers up to 31 hours of video playback using the inner display and up to 44 hours using the outer display.

Charging is also quick. Apple says a 20-minute charge can replenish half the battery, while a five-minute charge can provide up to five hours of video playback.

For the complete specifications and first-look details, check out our main iPhone Duo launch coverage.

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