The vivo V70 is now available for pre-order in the Philippines, with discounts and more freebies awaiting customers until March 13.

The latest V series smartphone from the brand retails starting at PhP 31,999, available in Golden Hour and Alpine Gray colorways.

Customers who secure their unit early can enjoy a PhP 2,000 off discount, as well as limited-edition freebies.

Freebies include a vivo VIP Card with 6-month extended warranty and 6-month broken screen insurance. Customers will also take home a vivo Buds Air3.

Meanwhile, those availing through Home Credit can get an additional PhP 500 discount, available until April 30. Buyers can take home the V70 for as low as PhP 42 per day at 18 months 0% interest installment.

Bring the stage closer

The vivo V70 features helpful tools for travel, concerts, and other occasions, with its familiar 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera leading the way.

This telephoto camera has a pro-grade, 1/1.95-inch sensor and OIS for sharper shots in low-light and challenging conditions. Its advanced periscope design also allows for higher zoom levels without adding bulk.

The shooter is coupled with a 1/1.56-inch 50MP ZEISS main camera. There is also an 8MP ZEISS ultra-wide angle camera and a 50MP ZEISS Group Selfie Camera.

The vivo V70 also features AI Stage Mode, 4K 60fps video, and AI-powered editing tools for creative content and storytelling.

Particularly, the new AI Stage Mode is tuned for stage photography. Shots are enhanced by AI Image Portrait Enhancement Algorithm and AI Style Portrait Technology.

As with previous iterations of the V series, the latest handset is also equipped with ZEISS Multifocal Portrait, along with options like 85mm ZEISS Sonnar Style Bokeh or 100mm Close-Up Portrait in ZEISS Planar Style.

And for the first time in the V series, the phone introduces 4K 60fps video for cinematic and smooth captures.

The HONOR X5c Plus has officially been launched in the Philippines through a partnership with Shopee.

Customers can get the budget smartphone exclusively on the online shopping app, with offers available for the 3.3 monthly sale.

The devices features long battery life, a sleek design, expansive storage, and more practical capabilities.

It starts at PhP 4,999 on the app this 3.3 sale, from its regular price of PhP 6,999. Available colors are Ocean Cyan and Meteor Silver.

The HONOR X5c Plus comes with a 6.74-inch display with up to 450 nits of brightness. It also has Dynamic Dimming, an eye protection feature usually reserved for more expensive phones.

Powering the handset is a MediaTek Helio G81 processor. It houses a 5,260mAh battery and comes with 8GB (4GB+4GB expansion) RAM and 128GB internal storage.

For its camera package, the X5c Plus boasts of a 50MP main camera, additional 13MP camera, and 5MP selfie camera.

The shooters are supported by AI-powered features like AI Photo Sharpness and AI Object Recognition.

Out of the box, the device runs on MagicOS 9.0 and comes with handy features like Side Fingerprint Unlock, Face Unlock, and Magic Capsule.

Smart has officially opened pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S26 series.

The newly-launched lineup includes the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra.

These new flagship devices are being offered across Smart Postpaid, Smart Infinity, and Smart Prepaid bundles with various storage and installment options.

As part of Smart’s pre-order offer, customers can get double the storage when they avail of an S26 series device with Smart Postpaid Plans+ 999 as soon as possible.

This plan includes 12 months of unlimited 5G, 20GB of data per month, and unlimited all-net calls and texts, aside from Smart Postpaid perks.

In addition, the first 26 customers to pre-order via the Smart Online Store will get a free Samsung Galaxy Tab A9.

Moreover, those who pay via straight payment or 0% credit card installment will get double data for postpaid plans.

Here are the pricing details for each model:

• Galaxy S26 (512GB): PhP 52,500 or PhP 2,433/mo (24 months)
• Galaxy S26+ (512GB): PhP 64,900 or PhP 3,008/mo
• Galaxy S26 Ultra (512GB): PhP 73,200 or PhP 3,388/mo
• Galaxy S26 Ultra (1TB): PhP 94,800 or PhP 4,392/mo

For premium users, the Smart Infinity Plans (3500, 5000, 8000, and 9500) provide unlimited data and exclusive perks such as:

• a dedicated Relationship Manager
• 24/7 hotline support
• worldwide concierge services

Particularly, the new SIM-Only Plan 9500 also allows for one primary and two supplementary line under a single account.

For more on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, read here: Samsung Galaxy S26 series: Chasing usability, not specs