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Infinix NOTE 40 Series now official

Featuring All-Round FastCharge 2.0

Published

March 18, 2024

Rodneil Quiteles

Speed is the theme as the Infinix launches the Infinix Note 40 Series in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. The company held the event at the Sepang International Circuit to put an emphasis on their All-Round Fast Charge 2.0 technology.

The NOTE 40 Series is comprised of four (4) smartphones: NOTE 40, NOTE 40 Pro, NOTE 40 Pro 5G, and NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G.

Each one is equipped with the All-Round FastCharge 2.0 tech. Specifically, these are 100W Multi-Speed FastCharge, Wireess MagCharge, and a chip that the company developed themselves that supports multi-function charging modes.

The entire series also features 3D Curved 120Hz AMOLED Display, 108MP main camera with OIS support, Sound by JBBL, and many other features.

All-Round FastCharge 2.0

Infinix is no stranger to pushing the boundaries in Fast-Charging technology. Just a little while back, we were able to test for ourselves their insane 260W&110W All Round FastCharge prototype. That surely got some attention and their implementing some of those to FastCharge 2.0.

Key to this 2.0 edition is the Cheetah X1 chip. It is tailor-made to power Infinix’s FastCharge 2.0 feature. The chip functions as a central information hub that streamlines processes related to charging. Intelligent algorithms assess which components require power and efficiently distribute it.

Three modules backstop the Cheetah X1: the Support, Safety, and Power Monitor modules. First, the all-round Support module accommodates eight charging scenarios and consolidates functions by gathering protocols and adjusting charge accordingly.

These eight scenarios include the following:

100W multi-speed wired charging
wireless charging
wired reverse charging
wireless reverse charging
bypass charging
AI charging protection for night charging
extreme-temp tech for -20 degrees Celsius
multi-protocol charging

Active Halo, Folax

The NOTE 40 Series also comes with the Active Halo feature. Infinix describes it as “lifelike light pulsations.” They can be seen on the camera module and indicates various activities like notifications, calls, playing games, music, charging, as well as using the voice assistant named Folax.

Folax has a pre-installed, stand-alone app that will assist you in many different ways. The app primarily highlights Close Accompany, Content Creation, Life Helper, and Social Assistance. The assistant is also present in mobile gaming.

Mobile Gaming

Folax is just one of many AI features related to mobile gaming available through XOS 14 along with the chipsets equipped on the NOTE 40 Series. These are the Dimensity 7020 and Helio G99 Ultimate chipsets. They enable features like Ask AI and AI wallpaper generator.

On top of that, the NOTE 40 Series comes with up 24GB of RAM for improved multi-tasking which works in tandem with the vacuum cooling system for an efficient and immersive mobile gaming experience. There’s also XBOOST Frame Rate Control which optimizes performance for popular MOBA and FPS games.

Lastly, audio is enhanced since the dual speakers on the NOTE 40 Series are fine-tuned by JBL.

Capable cameras

The NOTE 40 Series features a 108MP main shooter with 3x Lossless Superzoom. It also has OIS for steadier shots when taking videos.

Users can also simultaneously record with the main shooter and the front 32MP camera. It also has a built-in Vlog Clipper feature for instant vlog content from the stuff you shoot.

Infinix NOTE 40 Series pricing and availability

The Infinix NOTE 40 Series is available in March 2024 and will come in Vintage Green, Obsidian, Blackl, and Titan Gold colors. Infinix and BMW group company DesignWorks are also collaborating on a special Racing Edition available later on.

Infinix alsolaunched several compatible IOT products, including a GaN 68W FastCharger, wireless charging MagPad, MagPower, and MagCase accessories (forming the MagKit), XBuds 3 WE earphones, and XWatch 3 WE smartwatch.

Specific pricing and availability details to follow.

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Smart announces postpaid offers for Samsung Galaxy Z8 series

Pre-order now for exclusive perks

Published

July 24, 2026

GadgetMatch

The newly-launched Samsung Galaxy Z8 series is now available via Smart Postpaid and Smart Infinity. Pre-orders for Samsung’s latest foldables are available from July 22 to August 13.

Pre-ordering will allow customers to get exclusive storage upgrades, trade-in savings, and flexible payment options. Plus, they can get three months of complimentary Samsung Care+.

Moreover, customers can maximize their devices with Smart’s All-New Postpaid Plans+, which come with UNLI App Bundles, UNLI 5G for 12 months (in select areas), Open-Access Data, and high priority on the Smart network.

With Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1999, subscribers can get the following devices through straight payment or 24-month, zero-interest installment using participating credit cards (Metrobank, Security Bank, BPI, UnionBank, HSBC, and RCBC):

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (512GB): PhP P101,600 or PhP 5,021/month
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (512GB): PhP 91,100 or PhP 4,500/month
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (512GB): PhP 65,100 or PhP 3,217/month

Customers can pre-order the latest Samsung Galaxy Z8 Series via smart.com.ph/galaxypreorder or at the nearest Smart Store.

In addition, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Series is also available through Infinity Plan 5000 and Infinity Plan 8000.

These packages come with unlimited data, calls, and texts, roaming-ready connectivity, and exclusive Infinity privileges.

Through the Samsung Trade-In Program, customers can also reserve their preferred Galaxy Z8 Series device and complete their trade-in at participating stores once the devices officially launch.

Eligible smartphones can be traded in for up to PhP 14,000 off.

New Samsung Galaxy Watches also available

Lastly, Smart Postpaid and Smart Infinity are offering the new Samsung Galaxy Watch9 and Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2.

Compatible smartwatch users can also add on Smart Device Link, which enables their smartwatch and phone to share one mobile number and plan inclusions.

First-time subscribers can enjoy the service free for six months, when they activate until September 30.

With the Smart Postpaid Plans, subscribers can save up to 20% compared with the suggested retail price when they bundle a Samsung Galaxy Watch with their new Samsung Galaxy Z8 Series device.

Entertainment

Resident Evil movie reboot finally gets a scary trailer

Can you spot the Easter eggs for longtime fans?

Published

July 24, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

After briefly losing its way in the middling fifth and sixth entries, the Resident Evil series rediscovered its way back to the survival horror genre with the seventh entry onwards. However, the series doesn’t have the best reputation in Hollywood with its lackluster reviews. Now, the Hollywood series wants to right the ship with the upcoming reboot, simply titled Resident Evil.

Much like the gaming franchise’s renaissance, the upcoming film heads to the survival horror genre with a frightful caper. Medical courier Bryan (Austin Abrams) is tasked with delivering a vital organ to somewhere outside Raccoon City. Along the way, he runs over a rabid woman, who just disappears when he steps out to check.

Forced to seek help at a nearby shack, he finds himself in a struggle for survival when he discovers monstrous beings lurking around. It gets worse when he returns to the city and finds it overrun with the zombie outbreak.

The trailer has a few Easter eggs, including a typewriter, one of the most traditional ways that the game series uses to save games. Director Zach Cregger (Weapons) promises that the movie itself will have more Easter eggs for longtime fans of the series.

Resident Evil will premiere in theaters on September 18.

News

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9: Price, availability in the Philippines

Prices start at PHP 24,990

Published

July 22, 2026

GadgetMatch

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 in the Philippines alongside the new Galaxy Z8 Series.

The new wearables expand Samsung’s smartwatch lineup with upgraded health tracking, AI-powered wellness features, and faster performance. The Galaxy Watch9 is designed for everyday health and fitness, while the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 caters to users looking for a more rugged smartwatch for outdoor adventures.

Here’s how much they cost in the Philippines.

Pricing

Galaxy Watch Ultra2

PHP 44,990

Galaxy Watch9

40mm — PHP 22,990
46mm — PHP 24,990

Availability

Pre-orders begin on July 23 through Samsung Philippines and authorized retailers. Both smartwatches will be offered in multiple color options depending on the model.

Pre-order offers

Customers who pre-order either smartwatch can enjoy several launch offers, including:

Up to 15% off
Up to 36 months of 0% installment plans with participating banks
Up to 50% off through eligible trade-ins
Up to 36% off Samsung Care+ device protection

Galaxy Watch9

The Galaxy Watch9 is Samsung’s latest everyday smartwatch. It features the company’s newest health and wellness platform with AI-powered insights, comprehensive health tracking, and everyday activity monitoring.

Powering the experience is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear Elite platform, which promises faster performance while supporting Samsung’s latest wellness features. The watch is available in 40mm and 46mm sizes.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2

The Galaxy Watch Ultra2 builds on Samsung’s premium outdoor smartwatch with a durable titanium construction, improved comfort, and new sport tracking modes such as Trail Run and Diving.

Like the Galaxy Watch9, it runs on the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform and supports Samsung’s latest AI-powered health and wellness tools.