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Huawei to announce Porsche Design Mate RS at Paris event

The new phone will launch side-by-side with the P20 and P20 Pro

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While plenty of leaks have already surfaced about the upcoming Huawei P20 and P20 Pro launching here in Paris in two days, the smartphone giant has one more surprise up its sleeves, and it’s not what you think.

As teased by Huawei earlier, they will be announcing a third phone at their Paris event.

That phone will be called the Huawei Mate RS and is designed in partnership with luxury brand Porsche Design.

Reps from Huawei tell GadgetMatch this will be a completely different phone from the P20, P20 Pro, and Porsche Design Mate 10.

We spotted promos for the upcoming Huawei Mate RS at the Grand Palais in Paris / Photo by Michael Josh, GadgetMatch.com

Earlier today while checking out the pre-event preps at the Grand Palais des Champs-Élysées, we spotted promo materials featuring the Mate RS with both Huawei and Porsche Design logos.

Huawei already teased the coming of a Porsche Design smartphone. Many assumed it would be dubbed the Porsche Design P20.

Details about the phone have been scarce and Huawei reps are still mum about the matter. Previously, there were rumors of a Huawei Mate smartphone with 512GB of onboard storage.

The phone will most likely also sport the same 40-megapixel third camera rumored to be on the P20 Pro. Leaked images of a smartphone with Porsche Design branding and a triple-camera setup have also recently surfaced.

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TECNO POVA Curve 2 5G packs an 8000mAh battery

The brand’s biggest battery in a smartphone yet

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This 2026, TECNO is refreshing its performance-focused POVA lineup by adding a new member in it.

Big power without the bulk

Despite its slim and curved 7.42mm design (and weight of only 195g), the POVA Curve 2 5G arrives with TECNO’s largest battery yet — 8000mAh battery to be precise.

TECNO says the battery is TÜV SÜD-certified for long lifespan and is engineered to last up to six years. It’s also rated to operate in extreme temperatures ranging between as hot as 60°C (140ºF) or as cold as -20ºC (-4ºF).

If you’re already in a pinch, there’s the 45W fast charging with Bypass charging support in tow.

Durability was not compromised as it has a Corning Gorilla Glass 7i Front Glass protection, IP64 water and dust resistance rating, even SGS-certification for 1.5m drop protection.

Speaking of front, it features a curved AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Beneath that glass lies MediaTek’s Dimensity 7100 5G SoC.

On the software side, it runs the latest HiOS 16 (based on Android 16) with integrated AI tools in mind. That means AI-powered content summaries, writing assistance, call noise reduction, and automatic photo enhancements.

TECNO’s Ella AI Assistant has also been improved with more personalized interactions across the system. One-tap FlashMemo also exists for instantly capturing on-screen information. Moreover, Mind Hub organizes notes and AI-generated content in one place.

Lastly, connectivity gets a boost, too. With POVA Curve 2 5G’s dual-signal enhancement, it has an improved cellular and Wi-Fi performance in crowded or weak-signal environments. Interestingly, it also supports offline voice, text, and image communication up to 1.5km in open areas.

With all these in mind, TECNO promises two major Android OS upgrades.

Pricing and Availability

The TECNO POVA Curve 2 5G comes in three colorways: Melting Silver, Storm Titanium, and Mystic Purple. It launches first in India this February 2026. Pricing has yet to be announced.

It will also make an appearance at MWC 2026 this upcoming March 2 until March 5, 2026.

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OPPO Reno15 Series 5G Philippines price, availability, preorder perks

Tailor-fit for capturing moments

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The OPPO Reno15 Series 5G is now official in the Philippines. OPPO has once again made three variants available in the market: the OPPO Reno15 5G, OPPO Reno15 Pro 5G, and OPPO Reno15 F 5G.

These latest mid-rangers are designed around how users capture and share moments. The are fitted with camera systems capable of recording up to 4K HDR Ultra-Steady Video across both front and rear cameras.

Moreover, the smartphones feature Dual-View Video for simultaneous recording with both front and rear shooters. Users can also switch seamlessly between cameras while recording.

Meanwhile, the expansive 100° wider field of view on the 50MP front camera lets users take ultra-wide selfies without having to flip the phone.

On the standard and Pro variants are a 3.5x Telephoto Vibe Portrait camera for natural-looking zoom and perspective. This is perfect for several scenarios with clean subject separation and realistic depth.

Other content creation-related features include:

  • AI Motion Photo
  • AI Motion Photo Slow-Mo
  • AI Motion Photo Eraser
  • AI Portrait Glow
  • AI Flash Photography 2.0

Price, availability

Customers can now preorder the devices online via Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop, and the OPPO Online Store. Exclusive perks are available for preorders until February 26.

Here are the official pricing:

OPPO Reno15 F 5G (in Twilight Blue, Aurora Blue)

  • 8GB+128GB: PhP 23,999 (online exclusive)
  • 8GB+256GB: PhP 25,999
  • 12GB+256GB: PhP 28,999

Reno15 5G (Twilight Blue, Aurora White)

  • 12GB+256GB: PhP 36,999
  • 12GB+512GB: PhP 39,999

Reno15 Pro 5G (Aurora Blue)

  • 12GB+512GB: PhP 49,999

Freebies include an OPPO Enco Buds Pro, Watch Free, PhP 2,000 product voucher, OPPO Pad 5 + Watch S Lucky Draw, and more.

Meanwhile, preorders placed at OPPO’s concept stores are also eligible for perks like a PhP 2,000 discount, 1-year OPPO Care Service, and more.

In addition, the OPPO Reno15 Series 5G is available via Globe and Smart postpaid plans starting the GPlan 1799 and Plans+ 1499 for the Reno15 F variant.

Postpaid plans likewise come with an Enco Buds3 Pro will stocks last.

Furthermore, budget-conscious consumers can take advantage of Home Credit installment plans up to 18 months at 0% interest and Credit Card plans at up to 12 months at 0% interest.

OPPO Watch S, OPPO Pad 5

The OPPO Reno15 Series 5G is best paired with the OPPO Watch S and OPPO Pad 5.

The Watch S retails starting at PhP 10,999 while the Pad 5 completes the ecosystem, priced starting at PhP 26,999 for the Wi-Fi variant.

Bundling these devices with any Reno15 series variant unlocks extra freebies.

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ASUS, ROG announce 2026 desktops, AiO availabilities in PH

For gaming, heavy workloads, modern setups

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ASUS and ROG have announced the availabilities of their latest 2026 desktops and all-in-one (AiO) PCs in the Philippines.

Headlining the lineup is the ASUS V600 All-in-One PC, the latest addition to the AiO series. It has a sleek aesthetic and is powered by up to an AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 processor, capable of handling demanding workloads with ease.

This processor is paired with AMD Radeon 820M graphics, up to 16GB DDR5 memory, and up to 512GB SSD storage.

The V600 has a 23.8-inch FHD IPS 178-degree view display with a wide 93% screen-to-body ratio, anti-glare coating, and is certified for eye comfort.

The 50 TOPs NPU PC is also part of the Copilot+ family, making it efficient for AI computing tasks. Other features include ASUS AI Noise-Cancelling and Adaptive Lock.

Price: PhP 56,995

ASUS V500 Mini Tower

Meanwhile, the ASUS V500 Mini Tower is crafted to blend modern workspaces while delivering dependable performance.

It touts up to an Intel Core 7 240H processor and comes in a Dark Wood color. It operates at as low as 24dB in whisper mode.

An addition, it features up to 80 PLUS Platinum-certified PSU, reducing heat generation and eliminating power-consumption concerns. The PC has support for up to 64GB DDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of SSD storage.

Price: Starts at PhP 41,995

ASUS TUF Gaming TM500

Moreover, the ASUS TUF Gaming TM500 is a compact gaming desktop that delivers power and efficiency in a streamlined form factor.

It is fueled by an AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor, reaching a maximum boost speed of 5.1GHz. Along with up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU, users can experience seamless gameplay.

The PC comes with 16GB DDR5 memory, and two more SO-DIMM slots to support up to 64GB of memory. This allows the machine to breeze through memory-heavy workloads, outside of the most demanding AAA titles.

Complementing these hardware is a custom heatsink with 1,218cm2 of total dissipation area, copper heat piping, and 90 mm cooling fan.

Price: Starts at PhP 76,995

ROG GM700

Lastly, the ROG GM700 features the undisputed power and beastly performance of the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor and AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU.

With up to 32GB of memory, the PC can process jaw-dropping visuals at ultra-fast speeds. With up to 2TB of storage, it guarantees swift load times, high frame rates, and freedom from stutters in high-stakes gaming.

The ROG GM700 is also amenable for customization, maintenance, and future-proofing. Users can enjoy an upgrade potential of up to four DDR5 U-DIMM slots and multiple M.2 slots.

Price: starts at PhP 139,995

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