This year’s Mother’s Day celebration commences this weekend. Going out, spending quality time together, and taking photos for long-lasting memories are definitely on top of everyone’s bucket list.

And for those who want to surprise their moms with tech gifts like smartphones or appliances, here’s a quick Mother’s Day tech guide to help you choose the perfect gift for your mom. This includes picks from brands from both the Philippines and Singapore.

Discounts on Apple devices

Power Mac Center (PMC) is offering massive discounts this weekend on selected devices and premium accessories from May 10 to 12, 2024. Customers can save up to 20% off on the following items:

• iPad (9th generation): PhP 18,490 (straight), PhP 21,990 (24-month installment)
• AirPods Pro (2nd generation): PhP 12,490 (straight)
• 13-inch MacBook Air (M1, 256GB): PhP 45,490 (straight), PhP 51,990 (24-month installment)
• Anker SoundCore Space Q45 Noise Cancelling Headphones: PhP 6,396
• Before Anything Else OVI UV Sterilizer with Fast Wireless Charger: PhP 1,839.20

On Mother’s Day itself, PMC is partnering with sunscreen brand Anessa to hand out trial packs for every customer who purchases at the PMC Greenbelt 3 or The Loop U.P. Town Center branches. Those who bring a device for diagnosis at their Mobile Care Service Center SM City North EDSA branch will also be entitled to a trial pack.

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Samsung: Free Watch5 Pro

Meanwhile, Samsung is bundling their flagship devices with the Galaxy Watch5 Pro. Purchases of the Galaxy S24 series and Galaxy Z Fold 5 entitles customers to a free Watch5 Pro worth PhP 26,990. Moreover, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 will also get a PhP 10,000 off discount aside from the free wearable.

On the other hand, those who purchase the Galaxy Tab S9 ultra will get freebies of up to PhP 19,190. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE comes with a free Buds FE worth PhP 5,490. For more budget-friendly options, the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G will get PhP 4,000 off when availed via Home Credit.

Smart Health Pass

PLDT and Smart have teamed up to offer the Smart Health Pass to subscribers. Originally priced at PhP 399, it may be availed using 199 GigaPoints on the Smart App.

The health pass may be used to avail of doctor e-consultation, lab request, and free medical e-certificates. There is also a free accident insurance worth PhP 20,000 valid for one month.

This offer is available until May 16 and is open to all Smart and TNT prepaid and postpaid subscribers, as well as Smart Bro and PLDT Home WiFi customers.

OPPO SG: 50% off, bundle deals

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Over in Singapore, purchases of the OPPO Find N3, N3 Flip, or Pad 2 entitles customers to a complimentary robot vacuum worth SG$ 299.

And when they shop on Lazada and Shopee, they may get as much as 5,000 coins cashback and free shipping orders. There is also a SG$ 125 voucher on Lazada. On the OPPO website itself, customers may get SG$ 20 off.

LG: Top appliances for all kinds of moms

Lastly, LG Electronics has compiled a list of its top appliances to give families options should they want to level up their home setups.

The list includes the 2024 LG StanbyME (SG$ 999) and StanbyME Speaker XT7S (SG$ 199.99). This portable entertainment system uses dynamic wheels so it can be rolled to anywhere around the house with ease. The display can also be used either vertical or horizontal orientations. The speaker effortlessly connects via Bluetooth, and is IPX5-water resistant.

There’s also the LG gram Style laptop which is powered by an 13th Gen Intel Core i5 processor. It boasts of a 14-inch OLED display with 100% DCI-P3 gamut for rich and vibrant colors and details. It also supports Dolby Atmos for better entertainment.

To keep the house clean, the LG PuriCare Aero Furniture eliminates 99.99% of airborne bacteria. That’s all while looking like a stylish side table or centerpiece to complement spaces.

Other electronics customers may choose from are:

• LG Styler Objet Collection with ThinQ (Mist Beige)
• LG 647L InstaView Refrigerator (Essence Matte Black)
• LG 18,000 BTU ARTCOOL Multi Split Inverter Air Conditioner ThinQ