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OPPO Find X2 Pro: Globe vs Smart postpaid plans comparison

OPPO’s Find X series has always been about delivering the latest and greatest specs. The OPPO Find X2 Pro is a continuation of that trend. Now, it’s coming to the Philippines. It will retail at all OPPO physical stores. It will also be available as a postpaid device for both Globe and Smart.
To help you decide which is better for you, we’ve come up with a postpaid plan comparison for both telcos. We will base the comparison for both telcos on the postpaid plan that will give the perfect balance of what you get from what you will pay for.
As such, we’re picking Globe’s ThePlan 1999 and Smart’s Signature Plan L. It is important to note that Globe only offers a one-time cashout option while Smart offers both a one-time cashout and a staggered payment option for the OPPO Find X2 Pro. For the purpose of this comparison, we’ll choose the one-time cashout option for both telcos.
Without further ado, let’s compare the plans:
Plan Comparison
Globe | Smart | |
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Plan Name | ThePlan 1999 | Signature Plan L |
Data | 16 GB | 15 GB |
Text | Unlimited to all networks | Unlimited to all networks |
Call |
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Device Fee | PhP 28,800.00 | PhP 31,200 |
Monthly Fee | PhP 1,999 | PhP 1,999 |
Freebies |
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Contract Period | 24 months | 24 months |
Total Cash-out Cost | PhP 30,799 | PhP 33,199 |
On cost and freebies alone, Globe wins this comparison. You are getting more when you avail Globe’s postpaid plan for this device. If you’re a heavy user of Facebook and Amazon Prime Video, you’ll really get the most out of ThePlan 1999 than Smart’s current offering. Plus, the lower overall cost makes Globe’s offering much more attractive if you want to get the most out of your postpaid plan.
However, that is not to say that you should avoid Smart altogether. Smart’s Signature Plan is better than ever, with exclusive perks and exclusives through the MVP Rewards. Plus, there are some areas in the country where Smart’s coverage is way better than Globe’s. If you live in these areas, it’s much better to avail of Smart’s offering.


Starting July 1, the vivo Y76 5G will have a discounted price of PhP 14,999 from PhP 16,999, making the vlogging smartphone even more affordable for customers.
For a refresher, the Y76 was released in January. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor and has a 6.58-inch FHD+ (2408×1080) IPS LCD display.
It comes with an ultra-slim design at just 7.79mm thick while weighing just 175 grams. The phone has a 4,100mAh battery with support for 44W flash charging.
A vlogger’s phone
Meant to help creators produce better content, the phone packs flagship-level camera specs and features.
There’s a 50MP main camera, 2MP macro, and 2MP bokeh on the rear, and a 16MP selfie camera.
The Y76 has a Dual-View Video feature which allows users to use both the front and rear camera at the same time when filming.
The phone is capable of recording slow-mos, time-lapses, and taking double-exposure photos.
Other features include AI Face Beauty Algorithm and Smart Softlight Band to enhance selfie captures.
PhP 2,000 off
The PhP 2,000 price slash will take effect starting on July 1, 2022.
The vivo Y76 5G is available at all vivo stores and kiosks nationwide, vivo’s official E-store, and official Shopee and Lazada stores.
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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.
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