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Upgrading to an iPhone? Smart, UnionBank offer cashback

Here’s how

Published

May 9, 2024

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Thinking of purchasing an iPhone anytime soon? Smart is offering up to a PhP 5,000 cashback when you upgrade to an iPhone and pay with a UnionBank credit card. The promo is available for Smart Prepaid, Smart Postpaid, and Smart Infinity subscribers.

Naturally, there are some requisites to this. To be eligible for the promo, subscribers must not have an active or existing UnionBank credit card yet. That means to fulfill the first step, Prepaid and postpaid subscribers must apply for a UnionBank Rewards Credit Card. Infinity members, meanwhile, should apply for the UnionBank Miles+ Credit Card.

After that, customers should use their new credit cards to purchase a device for a minimum of PhP 3,000. They will then be qualified to avail of 0% installment for 12 or 24 months at select Smart Stores.

Customers may get their preferred iPhone model at select Smart Stores. They will then be entitled to their first monthly amortization cashback until July 7, 2024 when they avail of an iPhone. The cashback amount is computed based on the device’s principal cost and the chosen installment term.

As an added benefit, “No Annual Fees For Life” will also apply to Smart Prepaid and Postpaid subscribers if they spent at least PhP 20,000 within 60 days of card approval. Meanwhile, Infinity members get an additional 30,000 miles with PhP 40,000 accumulated spend within the first 60 days of card approval.

iPhone 15 at PhP 2,033 monthly

Moreover, as part of the exclusive offer, customers can get the latest iPhone 15 (128GB) at zero interest with a UnionBank credit card. They may choose the 24-month plan for as low as PhP 2,033 per month or the 12-month plan at PhP 4,067 a month.

Aside from the latest iPhone 15 series, Smart also offers other select iPhone models:

iPhone 15 Plus
iPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 14
iPhone 13
iPhone 12
iPhone 11

For Prepaid customers, each iPhone is also bundled with a free Smart Prepaid eSIM and Magic Data 99. On the other hand, Postpaid subscribers may get their dream iPhones via Smart Signature Plans+.

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Maya: Convert purchases to 0% interest Mini Payment plans

On select electronics and home appliance purchases for a limited-time only

Published

August 7, 2026

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Maya is offering consumers the opportunity to convert eligible electronics and home appliance purchases to 3-month Mini Payment plans with 0% interest.

That’s through the Maya Black Credit Card or the Landers Cashback Everywhere Credit Card. The promo period runs from August 1 to October 31, 2026, giving consumers more financial flexibility.

In addition, processing fees will be waived for Mini Payment plans availed until September 30.

Purchases will continue to earn instant Maya Miles or Landers Cashback Points with use of the corresponding card.

To avail of the mini-payment offer, simply make a single straight purchase worth at least PhP 10,000 using either card.

Once the transaction is posted on the Maya app, select the transaction and tap “Convert to Mini Payments”. Then, choose the 3-month Mini Payment plan to enjoy the promo.

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nubia expands gaming lineup with Neo 5 Max, Neo 5 GT Special Edition

Get them with freebies until August 8

Published

August 6, 2026

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Mobile gamers are in for a treat as the newly-released nubia Neo 5 Max PadPhone, as well as the Neo 5 GT Special Edition, have special deals throughout the weekend.

This is as part of the “#NEOVerseMaxOut: Max Out Your World” campaign, with nubia offering the two new models under their popular Neo series.

Purchases until August 8 come with a free 3-month Viu Premium subscription, as well as up to PhP 7,999 worth of freebies.

Freebies include power banks, Bluetooth speakers, earbuds, portable fans, and more.

Both smartphones offer users more ways to enjoy immersive entertainment, gaming, and everyday productivity.

The recently-launched Neo 5 Max comes with a 7.5-inch display for more room for content consumption and gaming.

It also houses a 7,100mAh dual-cell battery for more power, specially in extended sessions, streaming marathons, or busy days.

The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset, along with more features like Dolby Atmos, Neo Triggers 5.0, RGB Eagle Eye Lighting, and IP64 dust and water resistance.

It is priced at PhP 19,999.

Meanwhile, the Neo 5 GT Special Edition brings together nubia’s most advanced gaming technologies.

At the heart of the device is the AquaCore Cooling System. This is the only liquid and air dual active cooling system in its class.

The handset comes with a 6.8-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display (SGS-certified Eye Care), a Dimensity 7400 processor, and up to 24GB of dynamic RAM.

Inside is a 6,210mAh battery with support for 80W charging. It has a similar 50MP camera as well as IP64 rating.

This variant is priced at PhP 26,999.

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Get a free Xbox Game Pass subscription by purchasing a AGON by AOC monitor

Level up your battle station

Published

June 9, 2026

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From intense esports arenas to home setups, AGON by AOC has consistently been a top monitor of choice for competitive gamers. And until June 30, customers can score a free 3-month Xbox Game Pass subscription for every purchase of participating gaming monitors.

The bundle instantly unlocks access to hundreds of high-quality PC titles from the world’s biggest gaming studios, allowing you to put your new display to the test right out of the box.

Participating AGON by AOC models include select AGON OLED, 5K, 4K, and 2K gaming monitors. These displays are specifically engineered to deliver ultra-smooth refresh rates, exceptional color accuracy, and competitive-level response times for every type of gamer.

Ready to pull the trigger on a display upgrade? The exclusive promotion is available at DataBlitz and Game One stores nationwide.

Customers will be able to claim their Xbox Game Pass voucher upon purchase, whether online or through physical branches. That’s so they can immediately kickstart their next gaming binge.