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realme Note 70 launches in the Philippines
Long battery life, durability, and decent display for an accessible price
The realme Note 70 has launched in the Philippines for an accessible price of PhP 3,999. It is realme’s latest entry to its affordable Note series.
Customers can now purchase the entry-level smartphone via the realme Shopee and TikTok Shop. Available colors are Beach Gold and Obsidian Black.
The realme Note 70 combines essential features like long battery life, military-grade durability, and a smooth viewing experience.
It is an ideal companion for students, commuters, and those generally looking for a dependable device.
The handset is powered by a Unisoc T7250 processor with 4GB of base RAM and up to 8GB of RAM expansion. It comes with 64GB of internal storage.
Inside is a 6,300mAh battery, one of the largest in its class. Users can stream for up to 20 hours or play mobile games for up to 10 hours in one go. This battery is paired with 15W fast charging for a 50% replenishment in about an hour.
Moreover, the realme Note 70 comes with MIL-STD-810H U.S. Military Standard and an IP54 rating. Complementing these are an ArmorShell build and double-strength glass.
These mean the phone can withstand accidental drops of up to 1.8 meters, as well as splashes from rain or spills.
Onto its display, the Note 70 has a 6.7-inch 90Hz display with a peak brightness of 563 nits. It’s enough for swipes, taps, streaming, and more.
The panel also comes equipped with Smart Touch technology, so it stays responsive even when one’s hands are sweaty or damp.
Bambu Lab has opened its first Authorized Store in the Philippines at SM Megamall, giving Filipino consumers a dedicated space to explore desktop 3D printing.
Uni3DLab, one of Bambu Lab’s authorized distributors in the Philippines, operates the new store on the fourth floor of Cyberzone, Building B, SM Megamall.
The store brings together selected Bambu Lab 3D printers, filaments, accessories, finished prints, and product demonstrations. Visitors can watch printers in action, compare different models and configurations, and speak with the Uni3DLab team about their 3D printing needs.
The store welcomes experienced makers and first-time users. Students, families, hobbyists, designers, professionals, and small businesses can explore different applications for 3D printing, including prototyping, education, collectibles, personalization, home organization, and functional parts.
See 3D printing in action
The store features live product demonstrations that show how Bambu Lab printers turn digital models into physical objects.
Visitors can watch the printing process and get a closer look at the workflow behind desktop 3D printing. They can also examine finished creations that demonstrate different applications for the technology.
Customers can compare print sizes, machine formats, materials, and potential use cases before choosing a setup.
The store also gives visitors access to Bambu Lab’s broader ecosystem, including compatible filaments, accessories, and MakerWorld.
MakerWorld offers a library of printable 3D models and community-created projects. Users can browse designs and start printing without creating their own models from scratch.
Together, the printers, materials, software, and MakerWorld platform give users a connected workflow from finding an idea to producing a finished object.
Uni3DLab operates the first Authorized Store
Uni3DLab, one of Bambu Lab’s authorized distributors in the Philippines, operates the Bambu Lab Authorized Store at SM Megamall.
The Uni3DLab team can help customers understand the differences between printers, materials, accessories, and their potential applications.
“We want more Filipinos to see 3D printing as something they can actually use and enjoy, rather than something that feels too technical or specialized,” said David Wei, Uni3DLab representative.
The physical store also gives first-time users a place to ask questions, see the products in action, and learn more about 3D printing before making a purchase.
Opening offers run through October 2
Bambu Lab is marking the opening with limited promotions from October 1 to 2, 2026.
Customers can get discounts on selected Bambu Lab printer series, filament promotions, qualifying gifts with purchase, and installment options.
The promotions run while supplies last and follow applicable terms and conditions.
The store opened on October 1 and operates daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Bambu Lab Authorized Store — SM Megamall
Address: 4th Floor, Cyberzone, Building B, SM Megamall
Opening: October 1, 2026
Operating hours: 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
Opening promotion: October 1–2, 2026
Visitors can explore selected Bambu Lab printers, filaments, accessories, and finished prints. They can also watch product demonstrations and speak with the Uni3DLab team about desktop 3D printing.
Philippines
Smart opens iPhone 18 Series pre-orders in the Philippines
iPhone 18 Pro starts at P3,713 monthly
Starting October 2, subscribers can pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro with Smart Postpaid Plans+ 1499. It starts at PhP 3,713 per month. Meanwhile, the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at PhP4,050 per month.
Customers can also pay for their devices through zero-interest credit card installments of up to 24 months with select banks. Smart Postpaid subscribers renewing their plans can choose payment terms of up to 36 months, charged directly to their Postpaid bill.
Both iPhone models come with an open-line device, a preferred Unli App bundle, UNLI 5G for 12 months, Open Access Data, and high priority on the Smart network.
Customers who successfully pre-order an iPhone 18 Series device will also receive 18GB of free Open Access Data valid for three months, a PhP5,000 discount voucher for select Smart Accessories, and 18% off select third-party Digimap accessories.
Those who pre-order through the Smart Online Store will also receive a free AirTag.
Smart Postpaid customers can pre-order at Smart Stores nationwide or through the Smart Online Store.
Smart Infinity gets additional perks
Members of Smart Infinity can get the iPhone 18 Series starting with the Infinity Plan 5000, which now includes Infinity Roam+ Plans for connectivity while traveling abroad.
Members can also opt for the Infinity Plus Plan 9500, which includes one Primary Line and two Supplementary Lines.
Infinity members who pre-order the iPhone 18 Series will receive a PhP5,000 discount voucher for select Smart Accessories and a complimentary PowerMac e-voucher.
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 arrive October 9
Smart will begin offering the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 on October 9.
The Apple Watch Series 12 starts at PhP1,521 per month with zero-interest installment as a Device Add-On, or PhP28,900with a Smart Postpaid Plans+ 999 plan.
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 starts at PhP2,467 per month with zero-interest installment as a Device Add-On, or PhP49,200 with Smart Postpaid Plans+ 999.
Smart Postpaid subscribers can also connect multiple Apple devices to one account through Smart Device Link, which costs PhP199 per month and is charged to the subscriber’s Postpaid bill.
Smart says subscribers can use the latest iPhones and Apple Watches on its 5G network. The company was recently recognized by Ookla for the Best Mobile Video Experience in the Philippines for the first half of 2026, recording a Video Score of 72.82.
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TECNO CAMON Slim 5G: Price, availability in the Philippines
TECNO’s ultra-slim CAMON phone
TECNO has officially launched the CAMON Slim 5G in the Philippines, bringing its latest CAMON smartphone with a focus on slim design, photography, and everyday durability.
The phone measures just 6.39mm thin while packing a 6,000mAh battery. It also features a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300e 5G chipset.
Slim design, big battery
The CAMON Slim 5G comes in five colorways: Burgundy Red, Neo Mondrian, Matisse Black, Van Gogh Blue, and Rebel Pink.
TECNO gives each variant a distinct rear design. Neo Mondrian, for example, uses a photochromic panel that reveals a colored grid pattern under ultraviolet light, while Van Gogh Blue uses a patterned gradient inspired by The Starry Night.
Despite its slim profile, the phone carries a 6,000mAh battery. It also has IP69K/IP69/IP68/IP66 protection ratings and has passed MIL-STD-810 certification.
50MP Sony LYTIA camera
For photography, the CAMON Slim 5G features a 50MP Sony LYTIA 700C main camera with a 1/1.56-inch sensor.
TECNO also highlights its Super-Zoom FlashSnap feature, which can capture fast-moving subjects without requiring users to manually press the shutter at the exact moment. The camera supports up to 2x telephoto snap shooting.
The phone also supports Multi-Focal-Length Portrait with 24mm, 35mm, and 50mm focal lengths.
TECNO Mag Badge
The TECNO Mag Badge is a magnetic accessory designed to work with the CAMON Slim 5G. It has a 1.73-inch AMOLED display and can function as a photo gallery, remote shutter, and selfie preview.
Price and availability
The TECNO CAMON Slim 5G starts at PhP 24,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant, which is exclusive to TikTok Shop.
The 8GB+256GB model is priced at PhP 27,999 and is available through online channels and TECNO stores nationwide.
Pre-orders run from October 2 to 15, 2026.
Customers who pre-order will receive a TECNO MagBadge, along with a 60-day free replacement warranty, three years of 256GB cloud storage, and a three-month Google One AI Plus 2TB trial. Eligible pre-order buyers can also get up to PhP 3,000 in special cash discounts.
For those who want the accessory separately, the TECNO MagBadge is priced at PhP 5,999 in the Philippines. It features a 1.73-inch OLED display and can serve as a rear-camera preview screen and remote shutter, with the latter working from up to 10 meters away.
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