Wearables
Razer officially launches its Zephyr facemask
Yes, it has RGB lighting
While we’re well into the post-pandemic world, face masks have progressed far beyond a simple fabric over our faces. Several tech companies have already developed their own hi-tech takes on the wearable. The most notable example of such, LG is consistently developing its wearable Air Purifier. After an extensive trial period, Razer has finally released its own face mask called the Zephyr.
Much like other technologically inclined masks nowadays, the Razer Zephyr comes with two detachable N95 filters attached to two valves. The filters can reportedly last for up to 72 hours before needing replacements. They can also filter out 99 percent of air particles larger than 0.3 microns in size.
The mask also has a transparent front, showing how the user’s face looks underneath the mask. It also has fans that can spin on configurations of 4200 and 6400 revolutions per minute. As with every Razer device, it also has RGB lighting around.
However, though Razer has impressive claims for the mask, the company warns that the mask hasn’t been explicitly tested for COVID-19 particles. At the very least, the mask is registered at the FDA. Still, while the FDA acknowledges the device’s existence, it doesn’t speak for the product’s effectivity compared to medical masks and PPEs.
If you’re still interested in getting the mask, the starting package for the Razer Zephyr sells for US$ 99.99. The package will come with the mask, a charging cable, a carrying tote, anti-fog spray, and three free filters. A higher-tier package with 33 filters will cost US$ 149.99. The filters themselves are available in packs of 10 and will sell for US$ 29.99.
DOOGEE is debuting the BoneBeat Series this 6.6 sale, offering active consumers wearable audio solutions that fit their lifestyles.
The new collection is designed to support and empower runners, cyclists, triathletes, and sports enthusiasts in general with a wide range of durable, comfortable, and safety-focused gear.
The DOOGEE BoneBeat Series comes in three models: the BoneBeat Run Ray, BoneBeat Run Digital, and BoneBeat Swim Ray.
Customers can get the products during the 6.6 Shopee Sale via DOOGEE’s official Shopee Store. All come with a one-year warranty.
The Run Ray (PhP 1,799) is designed specifically for runners and outdoor fitness enthusiasts. It has an open-ear bone conduction technology that allows users to enjoy music while staying aware of their surroundings.
It also has a built-in safety light for improved visibility, specially during night runs. Moreover, it has an IP66 sweat-resistant design and long-lasting battery life.
Meanwhile, the Run Digital (PhP 1,999) in similar to the Run Ray but offers a digital display for quick monitoring. It has enhanced audio performance, Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity with dual-device pairing, and an IP67 rating.
Lastly, the Swim Ray (PhP 3,999) comes with an IP68 waterproofing and built-in MP3 storage for phone-free underwater listening.
It has a secure, pressure-free, and skin-friendly fit that stays in place even during intense movement, while still offering open-ear comfort. It has up to 10 hours of battery life on a single charge.
Hands-On
The Xiaomi Watch S5 proves you don’t have to take it off
Elegant enough for dinner. Tough enough for Spartan.
Picture this: one night, I’m dressed for a sophisticated gala in a carefully curated look. The following morning, less than twelve hours later, I’m standing at the starting line of a Spartan Trail 10K in Arden Botanical Estate with dirt on my shoes.
I’ve always struggled with smartwatches (or other timepieces) because they tend to ask you to choose a side. For instance, a classic timepiece looks right with tailoring, dinner jackets, and occasions where dress codes actually matter.
Meanwhile, a sports watch belongs in training kits, race bibs, and muddy obstacle courses. I’ve spent years switching between both, often leaving my smartwatch behind whenever the outfit called for something more refined.
Then, the Xiaomi Watch S5 arrived and challenged that whole routine. For once, I didn’t feel like I had to pick between looking polished and being athletic. I didn’t feel like I had to separate one part of my life from another.
A wardrobe investment
The Xiaomi Watch S5 immediately felt sleek. The upgraded stainless steel frame gives it the weight and polish of a traditional luxury watch. It looks expensive in the way a great accessory does.
It slips easily under a cuff, works with tailoring, and doesn’t compete with the rest of what you’re wearing. That mattered to me because I wore it to an evening event, styled like any proper watch would be.
Then the next morning, I wore it at a Spartan Race — at 6:00 AM, I was running the Spartan Trail 10K during a sudden downpour. Heavy rain poured over the course. Mud thickened under every step.
A few hours later at 9:30 AM, I was back on the course for the Spartan Sprint Open under the complete opposite conditions. Bright sun, harsh heat, and definitely no shade. By the time I crossed the finish line, I had visible sunburn.
I wore the Watch S5 across back-to-back races in completely different conditions. When it rained, the 5ATM water resistance handled it and allowed me to finish the Spartan Trail 10K with 350m elevation gain in 1 hour, 20 minutes.
And even in full sun, the 2500-nit AMOLED display was bright enough for me to check my pace and metrics without squinting through sweat.
In a way, that is the whole point of versatility. You don’t have to look good in one setting. You just survive all of it.
High-fashion navigation on a sample sale budget
I love gear that performs. I love it even more when it doesn’t cost as much as a plane ticket.
My Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) — which I had since 2023 — remains my benchmark for race-day navigation. It’s dependable and incredibly capable. It also costs enough to make me stare at my credit card statement in silence.
The Xiaomi Watch S5 gave me a surprisingly similar sense of confidence with built-in offline maps at a much more approachable price.
For trail races where routes are usually marked, that feature becomes less about finding your way and more about peace of mind.
Knowing you can navigate technical terrain without reaching for your phone feels reassuring, especially when weather conditions change fast — and on race day, mine certainly did.
One moment I was climbing through rain. A few hours later I was baking under direct sunlight wondering how my shoulders had already turned red.
The Watch S5 handled both like it was no big deal.
Keeping pace with a social butterfly’s calendar
A wearable becomes part of your wardrobe when you stop thinking about it. That’s where battery life matters.
The Xiaomi Watch S5 runs up to 14 days on normal use, which means I wore it across workdays, training sessions, events, recovery days, and race weekend without needing to obsess over charging it overnight.
It outlasted my phone, my laptop, and possibly my emotional stability somewhere between the last aid station and the fire jump.
Once I finally got home, showered off layers of mud and sunscreen, and collapsed into bed with sore legs and sunburn, the Watch S5 kept doing its job in the background.
Sleep tracking, recovery insights, and wellness metrics all quietly continued while I did absolutely nothing.
Is the Xiaomi Watch S5 your GadgetMatch?
What I like most about the Xiaomi Watch S5 is that it doesn’t force a choice. It doesn’t ask you to pick between being sporty or polished. There’s no need to separate performance from style.
It looks elegant enough for formalwear, and tough enough for weathering the elements. For me, it went from chic events to an action-packed Spartan Race day without feeling out of place. And maybe, that’s the best way to describe it.
Swipe Right if you want a smartwatch that can keep up with both your calendar and your training schedule. The Xiaomi Watch S5 feels right at home with tailored looks, yet it’s durable enough for muddy race courses, sudden downpours, and long hours under the sun.
This is for the people who go from dinner reservations to race day without warning.
Swipe Left if you want highly advanced training analytics or a deeply specialized multi-sport watch for serious race preparations. Athletes who rely heavily on performance metrics may still prefer something more purpose-built.
For PhP 10,999, the Xiaomi Watch S5 46mm feels more like a wardrobe investment. One that happens to track your sleep, navigate a trail course and survive the elements, and still look good at dinner.
The Xiaomi Watch S5 46mm comes with an early-bird price of PhP 10,229 and a free strap. The Special Edition retails for PhP 11,999, with an early-bird price of PhP 11,159 and a free strap.
Wearables
Smart Postpaid to offer Rokid AI Glasses
AI-powered wearable for enhanced productivity, content creation, more
Smart has announced that it will be offering the Rokid AI Glasses via postpaid starting May 29th.
This makes Smart the only telco provider in the Philippines to have the smart wearable offered through its postpaid plans.
The Rokid AI Glasses come with native access to Google Gemini.
New and existing subscribers of Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1499 can avail of the Rokid AI glasses starting at PhP 28,800 (straight payment).
Meanwhile, Smart Infinity members can get the AI-powered eyewear for free at Plan 8000.
Launched last year, the Rokid AI Glasses enable users to access Google’s advanced AI assistant directly through a lightweight, hands-free wearable experience.
Aside from Gemini, the international version of the glasses was recently updated to integrate other leading large language models into a unified AI platform.
This includes OpenAI’s ChatGPT, DeepSeek, and Alibaba’s Qwen.
The multi-model capability gives users greater flexibility in accessing a broad range of AI-powered assistance and services through a single device experience.
The device is also equipped with a 12MP camera with immersive private audio for a hands-free, POV perspective recording experience for content creators.
Documenting scenes as they happen makes them ideal for vlogs and on-the-go storytelling.
Furthermore, the Rokid AI Glasses can help users with real-time translation, which can be useful for travel.
It even has AI-powered transcription and assistance, as well as a built-in teleprompter for professionals to enhance productivity on the fly.
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