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Razer officially launches its Zephyr facemask

Yes, it has RGB lighting

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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.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9: Price, availability in the Philippines

Prices start at PHP 24,990

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Galaxy Watch9, Galaxy Watch Ultra2

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 in the Philippines alongside the new Galaxy Z8 Series.

The new wearables expand Samsung’s smartwatch lineup with upgraded health tracking, AI-powered wellness features, and faster performance. The Galaxy Watch9 is designed for everyday health and fitness, while the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 caters to users looking for a more rugged smartwatch for outdoor adventures.

Here’s how much they cost in the Philippines.

Pricing

Galaxy Watch Ultra2

  • PHP 44,990

Galaxy Watch9

  • 40mm — PHP 22,990
  • 46mm — PHP 24,990

Availability

Pre-orders begin on July 23 through Samsung Philippines and authorized retailers. Both smartwatches will be offered in multiple color options depending on the model. 

Pre-order offers

Customers who pre-order either smartwatch can enjoy several launch offers, including:

  • Up to 15% off
  • Up to 36 months of 0% installment plans with participating banks
  • Up to 50% off through eligible trade-ins
  • Up to 36% off Samsung Care+ device protection 

Galaxy Watch9

The Galaxy Watch9 is Samsung’s latest everyday smartwatch. It features the company’s newest health and wellness platform with AI-powered insights, comprehensive health tracking, and everyday activity monitoring.

Powering the experience is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear Elite platform, which promises faster performance while supporting Samsung’s latest wellness features. The watch is available in 40mm and 46mm sizes.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2

The Galaxy Watch Ultra2 builds on Samsung’s premium outdoor smartwatch with a durable titanium construction, improved comfort, and new sport tracking modes such as Trail Run and Diving.

Like the Galaxy Watch9, it runs on the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform and supports Samsung’s latest AI-powered health and wellness tools. 

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Samsung unveils intelligent eyewear with Gentle Monster, Warby Parker

AI meets everyday eyewear

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Samsung Intelligent Eyewear | Gentle Monster

Samsung has unveiled its first intelligent eyewear, expanding the Galaxy ecosystem beyond smartphones with a new wearable developed alongside eyewear brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker.

Introduced at Galaxy Unpacked in London, the new glasses combine lightweight everyday designs with Google’s Android XR platform and Gemini, bringing hands-free AI experiences into a familiar form factor.

Designed for everyday wear

Rather than taking a technology-first approach, Samsung says it designed the eyewear to look and feel like a regular pair of glasses.

The company partnered with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker to offer different frame styles, colors, and lens options while keeping the glasses lightweight enough for daily use. Samsung says the eyewear can last up to nine hours on a single charge, with the charging case providing up to seven additional full charges.

Gemini, without reaching for your phone

The intelligent eyewear serves as a hands-free extension of the Galaxy experience.

Powered by the Snapdragon AR1 Gen1 platform and developed with Google, the glasses integrate Gemini directly into the wearable experience. A built-in camera provides visual context, allowing the AI assistant to better understand what users are looking at while responding to requests in real time.

Samsung says users can summarize long messages, hear information read aloud, translate conversations, and control the experience using voice commands or gestures through connected Galaxy devices. The glasses can also capture information from a whiteboard or meeting, organize it in Samsung Notes, provide navigation guidance, and share a live point of view during video calls.

Samsung Intelligent Eyewear | Warby Parker

Two launch designs

Samsung introduced two launch designs at Unpacked.

The Gentle Monster edition features a slim black frame with softly rounded edges, while the Warby Parker version adopts a richer brown finish with a subtly upswept brow line for a more classic everyday look. Samsung says it worked closely with both partners to refine the fit around the forehead and ears for improved comfort during extended wear.

Samsung did not announce pricing or availability during the presentation.

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Samsung unveils Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9

Health, powered by AI

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Galaxy Watch9

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9, introducing its latest smartwatch lineup with a stronger focus on AI-powered health insights, outdoor performance, and all-day comfort.

Leading the update is Samsung’s new health platform, which combines biometric tracking with Galaxy AI to provide more personalized wellness guidance. Both watches also debut the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform, promising faster performance alongside brighter displays and improved battery life.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2

Galaxy Watch Ultra2

The Galaxy Watch Ultra2 builds on Samsung’s rugged smartwatch lineup with improved durability, longer battery life, and new sports-focused features.

The watch packs an 800mAh battery, a Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset, and a display capable of reaching up to 5,000 nits for improved outdoor visibility. Samsung also says the latest Ultra model features a slimmer design despite the larger battery while retaining its titanium construction.

For athletes, Samsung introduced Trail Run, a new workout mode that tracks elevation, climbing progress, and terrain impact. It also works with Nutrition Alert, which estimates sweat loss and recommends when runners should hydrate during longer workouts.

The Galaxy Watch Ultra2 also expands its outdoor capabilities with professional diving support. It can automatically track depth, dive time, and water temperature, while additional diving features developed with Mares will arrive later this year.

Galaxy Watch9

Galaxy Watch9

The Galaxy Watch9 focuses on everyday wellness through a lighter design, improved comfort, and upgraded hardware.

Samsung says the watch features a redesigned aluminum case that sits more naturally on the wrist, paired with new interchangeable bands for all-day wear. It also runs on the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform, alongside a brighter display that reaches up to 3,000 nits and improved battery life.

AI-powered health

Both watches share Samsung’s latest suite of AI-powered health features.

The updated BioActive sensor works alongside Galaxy AI to provide more personalized insights across sleep, cardiovascular health, recovery, and daily activity. New additions include Heart Health Score, Daily Cardio Load, Fitness Index, Hearing monitoring, Vitals, and expanded Sleep Apnea detection.

Samsung says these features are designed to turn everyday health data into actionable recommendations, helping users better understand their overall wellness instead of simply collecting information.

Availability

The Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 will be available alongside Samsung’s new Galaxy Z foldables. Local pricing and availability for the Philippines will be announced separately.

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