Deals
MSI Easter Sale: Discounts, bundles for gaming, business laptops
Making April 2022 egg-xtra special

April just got better for MSI fans as the company launched its Easter EGG-stra promotion for the whole month.
Throughout the month, customers are entitled huge discounts for MSI’s Alpha 15, Bravo 15, Thin GF, and Katana GF gaming laptops, as well as the Modern 14 and 15 business laptops.
Aside from discounts on their retail prices, customers will also get egg-sclusive freebies from MSI’s four bundles until April 30:
- Bundle A (worth PhP 6,000): AMD H991 Gaming Headset, Thumb Drive, Water Bottle
- Bundle B (worth PhP 4,500): MSI H991, Gaming Headset, Thumb Drive
- Bundle C (worth PhP 3,000): Mousepad, Gaming Mouse
- Bundle D (worth PhP 3,000): Mousepad, Prestige Bluetooth Mouse
For the full list of products on sale, as well as corresponding freebie bundles, check the table below:
Laptop | Promo price | Bundle freebie |
Alpha 15 B5EEK-043PH | PhP 79,995 (from 80,995) | Bundle A |
Alpha 15 B5EEK-091PH | PhP 79,995 (from 89,995) | Bundle A |
Bravo 15 B5DD-272PH | PhP 54,995 (from 60,895) | Bundle C |
Bravo 15 B5DD-272PH | PhP 52,995 (from 58,795) | Bundle C |
Bravo 15 B5DD-274PH | PhP 47,995 (from 53,545) | Bundle C |
Thin GF65 10UE-230PH/236PH | PhP 59,995 (from 68,245) | N/A |
Katana GF66 11UD-826PH/883PH | PhP 66,995 (from 74,995) | Bundle B |
Katana GF66 11UC-827PH/884PH | PhP 62,500 (from 69,995) | Bundle B |
Modern 15 A11M-810PH | PhP 38,995 (from 43,045) | Bundle D |
Modern 15 A11MU-865PH | PhP 38,995 (from 43,045) | Bundle D |
Modern 14 B11M-652PH | PhP 37,995 (from 41,995) | Bundle D |
Modern 14 B11MOU-896PH | PhP 37,995 (from 41,995) | Bundle D |
Modern 14 B11MOU-1004PH | PhP 29,995 (from 34,645) | Bundle D |

Deals
Acer Brings Their A-Game with Back-To-School Deals

One important thing that we realized over the past two years is that laptops and/or desktops are a necessity for every student.
Of course, not everyone can afford to buy their own gadgets, given the high prices of other commodities.
As a sustainable brand supporting education, Acer recognizes this need. Which is why this year, they are bringing back their back-to-school deals.
Acer x Adidas x The SM Store
Whether you’re returning physically to school or still attending online classes, you can purchase an Acer gadget that fits your needs and expect more discount and voucher promos!
In partnership with Adidas and The SM Store, students can get up to PhP 20,000 discount or Adidas gift certificate for every purchase of any qualifying product until August 15.
Laptops
When you buy any Acer Aspire 3, Acer Aspire 5 ot Acer Aspire 7 model, you can slash off up to Php 1,000 on your receipt and/or claim up Adidas voucher up to PhP 3,000.
For participating Acer Swift 3 and Swift 5 models, get up to PhP 1,000 discount and/or up to PhP 5,000 Adidas voucher; and for participating Acer Vero models, get up to PhP 1,000 discount and/or up to PhP 5,000 Adidas voucher.
Gamers can also save up to PhP 5,000 and/or get up to PhP 5,000 Adidas voucher when they buy the Acer Nitro 5 and Acer Nitro 7 models
On the other hand, you can snag up to PhP 10,000 discount for Predator Helios 300 models.
Desktops
In the desktop category, up to PhP 20,000 discount is possible when you buy any of the participating Predator Orion 3000 and Predator Orion 5000 models, and up to PhP 5,000 discount for participating Nitro 50 models.
Meanwhile, PhP 7,000 discount on participating Acer Aspire All-In-One, Acer Aspire XC and Acer Aspire TC models.
The promo runs from June 15 to August 15, 2022. extends to consumer, gaming, and AOpen monitors as well.
They also PhP 4,000 discount for any participating Acer, Predator, and AOpen monitors and up to PhP 1,500 discount off participating Acer projectors.
Details of the deal
Here’s the fine print: The customer must complete the claiming process to avail of the Adidas voucher and register their product for warranty at the Acer warranty website within one (1) week of purchase.
If the product is eligible for the promo, the warranty site will have a drop-down list of The SM Stores branches. Customers must choose their preferred branch redemption site to redeem the voucher.
The customer cannot change The SM Store branch redemption site.
Once the customer completes all the registration requirements, Acer will validate the credentials within five (5) business days.
An electronic voucher will then be sent to the customer’s provided email address after seven (7) business days.
For voucher redemption, customers must print the Adidas voucher sent to their email. They can then present it to The SM Store branch of their choice with one (1) government-issued ID. The vouchers are only for Adidas bags and shoes and can be redeemed at participating The SM Stores nationwide.
SB19 came to #BringtheAGame
P-Pop sensation and Acer ambassador SB19 was the special guest during the promo launch at the SM Mall of Asia. The boy band performed “Bazinga,” “Mapa,” and Acer’s song, “Live It Up.”
For more info, check out their website: www.acer.com.

Xiaomi is celebrating its 6th anniversary in the Philippines by going on a huge sale until June 30, 2022 on its smartphones and other tech devices.
There will be 18 products going on sale from Xiaomi’s range of products, including the Redmi Note 10 Pro and 11 Pro 5G, Xiaomi Watch, Mi Robot Vacuum Mops, and Xiaomi Smart Air Purifiers.
The Redmi Note 10 Pro, equipped with a 108MP camera, will retail for PhP 12,999 for the 6GB + 128GB variant and PhP 13,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant.
The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, meanwhile, is priced at PhP 15,999.
Aside from the discounted rates, customers will also get freebies such as notebooks, t-shirts, and sports bags for every purchase of participating products.
Here’s everything on offer
Xiaomi Product | Selling Retail Price (SRP) in PhP | Freebies |
Redmi Note 10 Pro (6+128 GB) | 12,999 | Notebook + T Shirt |
Redmi Note 10 Pro (8+128 GB) | 13,999 | Notebook + T Shirt |
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G | 15,999 | Notebook + T Shirt |
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE | 20,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook |
Robot Vacuum Essential | 8,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Mi Robot Vacuum Mop-Pro 2 | 17,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 | 12,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite | 8,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop | 11,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Mi Air Purifier Pro H | 12,499 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Mi Air Purifier Pro | 12,499 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro | 11,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 | 8,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite | 6,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Mi Air Purifier 3H | 8,499 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Mi Air Purifier 3C | 5,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Xiaomi Watch S1 | 10,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
Xiaomi Watch S1 Active | 8,999 | Sports Arm Bag + Notebook + T Shirt |
The only catch is that the promotion will only be available via Xiaomi’s physical stores and kiosks nationwide.
There are 73 of them which includes prime locations like Metro Manila, Metro Cebu, and Metro Davao, so go check the nearest store. Here’s a list to help guide yourself.
Customers are also invited to participate in various in-store activities and online interactive promotions to celebrate the brand’s anniversary.

vivo Philippines has opened installment options via credit card and Home Credit for those who want to get their hands on vivo’s latest flagship phone – the X80 series.
Launched last week, the X80 Pro retails at PhP 59,999, while the X80 is priced at PhP 45,999.
Given these price tags, offering installment plans will allow more customers to enjoy vivo’s latest topnotch camera phones which feature the exclusive vivo V1+ Chip and ZEISS Optics.
Via Home Credit
All new and existing Home Credit customers may avail of the 9-, 12-, 15-, or 18-months contract for both phones for the following rates:
- X80 Pro: 52 percent down payment for 18 months for as low as PhP 1,649/month
- X80: 37 percent down payment for 18 months for as low as PhP 1,659.76/month
Via credit card
Meanwhile, those purchasing through their credit cards are entitled to more flexible packages with 0 percent interest on 6-, 12-, 24-, or 36-month installment plans for participating banks and official dealers.
The rates will be as follows:
- X80 Pro: Starts at PhP 1,666.64/month for up to 36 months
- X80: Starts at PhP 1,277.75/month for up to 36 months
Next-level professional imaging
As we have previously reported, the vivo X80 series features some of the most sophisticated innovations and imaging technologies in mobile photography.
The phones’ cameras support impressive features like:
- ZEISS Super Night Camera
- Cinematic Video
- ZEISS Anamorphic film lenses
- AI Video Enhancement
- Active Centering OIS System
- XDR Photo display technology
In case you missed it, GadgetMatch took the X80 series cameras to the test at The Fort in BGC, one of the busiest urban centers in the Philippines.
Check out our snaps below from the X80 here to see why vivo’s latest flagship phones are right up there with other heavyweights in the tier like the iPhone 13 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, and Huawei P50 Pro.
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