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Samsung Galaxy Fold: Price and availability in the Philippines

Its price tag is not for the faint of heart

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First announced alongside the Samsung Galaxy S10 and refined later on in 2019, the Samsung Galaxy Fold has now made its way to the Philippines. The country’s two biggest telecommunication providers are also joining in the fray.

With Globe, pre-orders start November 18 with Globe’s ThePLAN or ThePLATINUM. It will be available until December 1st or until stocks last; only 400 units will be available.

With Smart, interested parties may start their application by preparing the following requirements: contact information, proof of income or financial capacity, proof of identity, proof of address, and email address. Visit a Smart Signature store anywhere in the country to submit your requirements. For more details visit Smart’s website.

The Samsung Galaxy Fold is available at Signature Device Plan L at PhP 4,099 per month for 24 months with a one-time cash-out of PhP 20,700. With it comes 15GB of monthly data, Unli AnyNet Texts, Unli On-Net Calls, and 150 minutes of AnyNet calls.

It’s also available with the premium postpaid plan called Smart Infinity under the Limitless/Traveler Plan 3500 with a monthly amortization of PhP 2,000 for 24 months. Under the Limitless/Traveler Plan 5000 for 30 months, the Galaxy Fold can be had for free.

The Samsung Galaxy Fold is available for PhP 109,990 at Abensons, Ansons, Samsung Experience Stores, Lazada, and other official distributors. It’ll come with a pair of Galaxy Buds, one year of Samsung Care+ and Samsung Concierge.

Samsung Concierge and Samsung Care+

Samsung Concierge gives access to specialized customer care programs including a 24/7 dedicated hotline, free pick-up and delivery assistance, and service express lanes, among others. Customers get to directly consult with the company’s tech experts for any queries.

Samsung Care+ is a hassle-free year-long program to assist Galaxy Fold owners for any emergency concerns. It also includes repair coverage for one year.

A new device category

The Galaxy Fold is Samsung’s first foldable smartphone. It sports a foldable 7.3-inch Infinity Flex Display. Revealed months ago, the display can freely transform between an expansive 7.3-inch tablet and a smaller 4.6-inch phone. Unfolded, the phone is a QXGA+ resolution powerhouse. Folded, the phone carries a workable HD+ display.

Powering the device is a 7nm octa-core processor, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of internal storage. Outside, the phone carries a triple rear camera setup — 16-megapixel ultra-wide camera + 12-megapixel wide-angle camera + a telephoto lens. In front, it has a 16-megapixel selfie shooter when folded. It has two batteries that combine for a total of 4380mAh.

During the first reveal, the Galaxy Fold was said to be available in four colors with LTE and 5G variants and will retail for US$ 1,980. Global availability of the refined version was announced in September at IFA 2019 in Berlin.

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Samsung is already working on a more affordable Galaxy Fold

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The Galaxy Fold fails a crucial folding test

Samsung teases the next Galaxy Fold

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Power Mac Center opens Christmas 2025 with “Wrapped in Wonders” campaign

Big holiday savings, online perks, and interactive in-store treats

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Power Mac Center | Wrapped in Wonders

Power Mac Center (PMC) opens the holiday season with “Wrapped in Wonders,” a Christmas campaign built around festive deals, online exclusives, and interactive in-store activities.

PMC Director for Marketing and Product Management Joey Alvarez said the campaign highlights how technology helps people stay connected during the holidays. He added that the brand wants to close 2025 with gratitude for the support it received throughout the year.

Season’s savings and festive finds

PMC is rolling out major holiday deals on devices and accessories. Customers can save up to PhP 33,000 on select Apple products, including discounted prices on the iPhone 15 128GB (PhP 39,990 from PhP 42,990) and iPhone 16 128GB (PhP 45,490 from PhP 52,990). Deals are available while stocks last.

Participating power banks are also available at up to 20% off when purchased with an iPhone Air. Shoppers can slash up to 90% off on select Apple and non-Apple accessories. All offers can be paired with Gift Now, Pay Later plans from UnionBank, BPI, HSBC, RCBC, Security Bank, Metrobank, and EastWest.

Promos run in all PMC stores nationwide until December 31, 2025.

Merry trade, happy upgrade

Customers can save up to PhP 56,500 when trading in an iPhone 16 for the latest iPhone model. Those upgrading from an iPhone 15 or earlier can get up to PhP 2,000 additional trade-in value.

Shoppers who pay the remaining balance through Home Credit will also get a PhP 500 voucher.

The promo is available in-store until November 30, 2025.

Gifts that click

Holiday shoppers buying online can get up to 90% off on select premium accessories with any Apple device purchase. The Web Store is also offering free nationwide shipping with no minimum spend from November 21 to December 31, 2025.

Capsules of wonder

PMC is bringing arcade nostalgia to select stores through an exclusive claw machine game. Customers can try their luck with every minimum single-receipt transaction.

All purchases in-store and online earn rewards points through the 1 Infinite loyalty program, which customers can exchange for devices, accessories, services, or training courses.

Shoppers are encouraged to download the 1 Infinite app and log in before checkout to earn points.

Hover, Shokz, Belkin, Native Union, Mophie, STM, Chipolo, Cygnett, and Whoosh! are sponsoring the “Wrapped in Wonders” campaign. PMC will announce more holiday promotions across its social media platforms.

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HUAWEI nova 14 Series, MatePad 12 X (2026) now in PH

Price, availability, preorder details

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The HUAWEI nova 14 Series, and the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) have been officially unveiled in the Philippines.

Dubbed as the “King of AI Selfies”, the HUAWEI nova 14 Series ushers a bolder, new age self-expression for the younger market powered by smarter and faster photography.

Meanwhile, the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) delivers a 4-in-1 all-round productivity and PC-level features.

It is ideal for both students and professionals and delivers a premium performance in a sleek and lightweight body.

The HUAWEI nova 14 Series is now available for preorder for the following prices:

  • HUAWEI nova 14: Starts at PhP 22,999 (free HUAWEI WATCH FIT for early buyers)
  • HUAWEI nova 14 Pro: Starts at PhP 32,999 (free HUAWEI WATCH FIT SE for early buyers)
  • HUAWEI nova 14i: Starts at PhP 12,999 (exclusive vouchers and partner offers available)

To celebrate the launch, HUAWEI also partnered with local streetwear brand Don’t Blame The Kids (DBTK).

Customers who pay in full for either the nova 14 or nova 14 Pro at select HUAWEI Experience Stores and online channels will receive a limited-edition DBTK Supernova T-shirt starting December 5, while supplies last.

On the other hand, the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) is priced at PhP 37,999, inclusive of a freebie bundle worth PhP 21,896.

This package includes an M-Pencil Pro, Smart Magnetic Keyboard, Bluetooth Mouse, and WPS Office out of the box.

HUAWEI nova 14 Series

With the new series, HUAWEI makes their strongest leap yet for self-capture imaging performance.

The nova 14 Pro, in particular, has a 50MP Front AI Portrait Dual Camera. It can capture images with a 0.8x to 5x zoom range, letting users shift from close-ups to wide group shots.

This is also reinforced by AI features, including AI Best Expression and AI Beauty Effect.

 

On the rear side, the nova 14 Pro sports a new Ultra Chroma Camera which captures richly-detailed multispectral light far beyond traditional RGB cameras.

The shooter also has an adjustable F1.4 to F4.0 aperture and RYYB sensor. Moreover, Adaptive Multi-Focal Dual Flash adjusts flash dynamically to ensure photos remain perfectly lit.

HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026)

Those needing a premium productivity tool, meanwhile, can consider the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026).

It is built to deliver a PC-level experience together with its accessories (M-Pencil Pro, keyboard, mouse). Be it signing documents, reviewing or editing coursework, getting creative, playing games, and binge-watching, the latest tablet can keep up with several tasks.

The slate features a 12-inch 3rd Gen ultra-clear PaperMatte Display with anti-glare, anti-reflection, and anti-fingerprint technology. This panel has a 2800 x 1840 resolution and up to 1000 nits of peak brightness.

Powered by NearLink technology, the MatePad 12 X (2026) is compatible with the new M-Pencil Pro. This stylus has new intelligent features, including pinch and rotate, along with a new Star Ring quick button.

Inside the tablet is a 10100mAh battery for up to 14 hours of video playback. This battery supports 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge for quick refueling.

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vivo X300 series starts at PhP 67,999 in the Philippines

Telephoto King

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vivo X300 Series

The vivo X300 series has officially been released in the Philippines. Once again, vivo has made both the standard and Pro variants — the vivo X300 and vivo X300 Pro — available in the market.

The lineup showcases breakthrough telephoto innovation, flagship-level performance, and a complete professional smartphone shooting experience.

Both variants will come with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage for the following prices:

  • vivo X300 (Halo Pink/Phantom Black): PhP 67,999
  • vivo X300 Pro (Dune Brown): PhP 77,999

In addition, the vivo ZEISS 2.35x Telephoto Extender Kit is priced at PhP 12,999 while the PGYTECH Professional Imaging Grip Kit is priced at PhP 7,999.

Preorders have already started and shall last until December 5. Preorder gifts include the vivo X series VIP Exclusive Card and limited-edition vivo Watch GT.

The smartphones are available through vivo Concept Stores, the vivo e-store, and online via Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop.

Meanwhile, the accessories may be purchased through installment when bundled with the X300 Pro.

Furthermore, beginning January 2026, Globe Postpaid subscribers may avail the vivo X300 Pro with a free Telephoto Extender Kit.

Customers may also save up to PhP 56,100 when they upgrade from an eligible device via the CompAsia trade-in program.

Telephoto King

The vivo X300 series boasts of 200MP ZEISS camera systems. The Pro debuts a 200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto Camera with an upgraded Ultra-Sensing Sensor HPB.

Meanwhile, its 50MP ZEISS Gimbal-Grade Main Camera boasts of a large 1/1.28″ sensor and industry-leading CIPA 5.5-rated stabilization.

On the other hand, the X300 features a 200MP ZEISS Main Camera, along with a ZEISS APO Telephoto Camera with a LYT-602 sensor.

vivo X300 ZEISS

Aside from impressive camera systems, the vivo X300 handsets also feature improvements across OS, performance, and design.

They run on the new OriginOS, which is supported by ultra-core computing, memory fusion, and dual-rendering engines.

Inside, the X300 phones are powered by a Dimensity 9500 chipset jointly defined by MediaTek and the smartphone brand.

Built on the 3nm process, the platform delivers exceptional power and remarkable energy efficiency. It features a fully-upgraded 12-core G1-Ultra GPU and ultra-efficient NPU.

In front are 8T LTPO displays (6.31-inch for the X300 and 6.78-inch for the X300 Pro) with up to 2000 nits global peak brightness.

Lastly, the phones have long-lasting batteries (X300 Pro: 6510mAh; X300: 6040mAh) both supporting 90W FlashCharge and wireless charging.

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