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JBL unveils their newest collection of headphones for every lifestyle

Find the sound that fits your style

Published

June 14, 2021

MD Loresco

JBL is a household name for a good reason — tried-and-tested in terms of sound quality. For more than 70 years, JBL has always been the go-to audio equipment in delivering good music that lifts up our mood. That being said, you’ve most likely heard the signature sound of JBL speakers in concert halls, cinemas, clubs, party venues and your friend’s home.

The company just showcased their latest offerings of true wireless headphones with active noise cancellation technology. With these, you can enjoy listening to your favorite songs the way you want. Whatever you do and wherever you are, there is a JBL true wireless headphones that fits you.

JBL Reflect Mini NC TWS

Keep the adrenaline for workouts by blasting tunes that pump you up. With an IPX7 waterproof rating, these pair of true wireless in-ear headphones will endure your toughest workout sessions.

JBL Endurance Peak II

As the name suggests, this can be your companion for intense workouts.

UA True Wireless Streak

Crafted for athletes pushing the limits, this pair of buds features Sport Flex Fit ear tips that provide comfortable and secure fit.

JBL Live 460NC

Adaptive Noise Cancelling technology helps you focus more on what you’re listening. This pair of headphones is perfect for content creators and digital creatives.

JBL Live 660NC

Multi-task while getting motivated with the 40mm drivers that pack a punch to get you in the zone.

JBL Live Pro+ TWS

For professionals with a fast-paced lifestyle, the Live Pro+ is a reliable tool that connects you to your world.

JBL Live Free NC+ TWS

A pair that you can bring anywhere without having to worry about the weather. Just grab it and go.

The JBL Tune 510BT, JBL Tune 660NC, JBL Tune 225 TWS and JBL Tune 115 TWC are suitable for students and hobbyists looking for true wireless headphones that would allow them to move freely in their own personal space.

Whether you’ll use for accomplishing tasks or you just want to shut out the world, there is a pair of JBL headphones perfect for you.

All models, except for the JBL Endurance Peak II, are expected to be available in all JBL stores by the second week of June, 2021.

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vivo V70 FE pre-orders now open, starts at PhP 25,999

Offers, perks available throughout pre-order period

Published

April 13, 2026

GadgetMatch

vivo has officially opened pre-orders for the vivo V70 FE, the more affordable follow-up to the vivo V70 launched last February.

The pre-order period is until April 24 and the midrange smartphone is available in two memory configurations:

8GB+256GB: PhP 25,999
12GB+256GB: PhP 29,999

Customers who place pre-orders at vivo stores nationwide will receive:

limited-time vivo VIP Card with a 6-month extended warranty and 6-month broken screen insurance
limited edition vivo Buds Air3
PhP 1,000 discount

Customers can also bring home the vivo V70 FE for as low as PhP 37/day with 0% interest installment plans up to 18 months via Home Credit.

In addition, Globe has been tapped as the official network partner for a free prepaid SIM with 1-year unli 5G.

The vivo V70 FE has a POP MART Zsiga Exclusive Photo Border, thanks to its partnership with the IP. You may recall that the vivo V70 also released an exclusive Golden Hour colorway earlier.

The device is built for creators with a 200MP main camera, which can deliver portraits at different focal lengths, including an 85mm zoom.

In front is a 32MP camera and a 6.81-inch 120Hz 1.5K AMOLED display.

The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7360-Turbo processor. It houses a 7,000mAh battery with support for 90W fast charging.

Customers can choose from three colorways: Muse Purple, Ocean Blue, and Urban Silver.

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These space photos were taken with an iPhone 17 Pro Max

All three photos were taken with the selfie cam.

Published

April 13, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Image source: NASA

The iPhone 17 Pro Max has always been touted as the quintessential phone for creators. But what happens if that creator finds themselves on the far side of the Moon?

Last week, NASA concluded the Artemis II, the first manned mission around the far side of the Moon in this century. Naturally, the mission produced breathtaking views of both the Moon and the Earth. Though most of those photos were taken with dedicated cameras, a few of them were taken with an iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Before the mission launched into orbit, NASA confirmed that the premium iPhone model had been approved to be included in the spaceflight. Each of the four crew members were given the phones for their own photography.

Image source: NASA

All three of the photos posted here were reportedly taken with the phone’s selfie camera. That says a lot about the iPhone’s camera quality if they weren’t even taken with the powerful rear cameras.

When the mission ended last week, Apple CEO Tim Cook and marketing SVP Greg Joswiak congratulated the crew for finishing the mission and taking spectacular photos with the iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Image source: NASA

Artemis II marks a special milestone for spaceflight. It’s the first time in almost 25 years that humans have gone to the Moon. NASA, as well as other agencies all over the world, are planning more manned spaceflights in the coming future.

Laptops

MacBook Neo pre-orders now open through Beyond the Box

Exclusive freebies, more perks available

Published

April 12, 2026

GadgetMatch

Customers in the Philippines can now pre-order the MacBook Neo through Beyond the Box.

Those who avail of the device during the pre-order period can get up to PhP 10,000 worth in freebies. This is a curated bundle of essential accessories.

The MacBook Neo will also appear at these two cafes, inviting those who plan on upgrading to experience Apple’s new offering first-hand:

April 16: Scout’s Honor, Uptown Mall
April 17: The Matcha Tokyo, Opus Mall

Attendees who pre-order on the spot will also enjoy complimentary beverage, live DJ performances, and the opportunity to engage with social media personalities.

And to ensure the MacBook Neo is more accessible, Beyond the Box is offering 0% interest installment plans. This is both through major credit cards, Home Credit, and GCash’s GGives.

Reservations can be made through all Beyond the Box, Digital Walker, and open_sources branches nationwide.

Alternatively, the MacBook Neo is available through beyondthebox.ph, Lazada, and Shopee. It is priced at PhP 33,990 (education) and PhP 39,990 (retail).

Apple MacBook Neo

The Apple MacBook Neo is the company’s latest laptop, which is also its most affordable. It retails at just about US$ 499 to US$ 599 in the United States and SG$ 729 to SG$ 849 in Singapore.

It runs on an A18 Pro chip for 50% faster everyday performance compared to Intel Core Ultra 5-level PCs. This chip also has a 16-core Neural Engine for Apple Intelligence and 5-core GPU for graphics workloads.

The portable and lightweight laptop has a 13-inch 2408 x 1506 display, two USB-C ports, a headphone jack, and Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 6 connectivity.

The MacBook Neo ships with MacOS Tahoe, complete with apps like Safari, Photos, Messages, and FaceTime. Users are promised up to 16 hours of usage on a single charge.