Philippines
Samsung Galaxy S25 series: Price in the Philippines
Starts at PhP 51,990
Itching to get your hands on the latest Samsung Galaxy S25 series? In the Philippines, here’s how much you’ll need to fork out to acquire the latest and greatest from the South Korean company.
Price and availability
Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 1TB – PhP 110,990
- 512GB – PhP 93,990
- 256GB – PhP 84,990
Galaxy S25+
- 512GB – PhP 76,990
- 256GB – PhP 67,990
Samsung Galaxy S25
- 512GB – PhP 60,990
- 256GB – PhP 51,990
In case you’re curious, the starting price is lower this year (PhP 51,990) compared to last year (PhP 53,990). But the top-of-the-line one is priced higher this year (PhP 110,990) than last year (PhP 106,990). You can see the full pricing details on this article: Samsung Galaxy S24 Series: Price in the Philippines
Double down on AI
The Samsung Galaxy S25 series doubles down on AI. It comes additions and refinements to Galaxy AI along with other improvements in hardware and performance
Circle to Search
Some of the more notable ones include an expanded Circle to Search function. It now anticipates what action you might take with your selection and opens an Edge Panel to help you decide. There’s even two additional two icons: one for finding out the music in your surroundings and another for AI Translate.
Now Brief & Now Bar
However, perhaps the most pronounced addition is Now Brief and Now Bar. Now Brief is essentially a smart, “human-like” AI Assistant. Through the Now Bar on the lock screen, it can display your schedule, offer restaurant recommendations, suggest new music, and many, many more.
The Now Bar is on the bottom part of the lockscreen to help minimize your overall interaction with the phone and get things done by simply issuing a voice command.
This will work across Google apps, Galaxy native apps, and select third party apps.
Content Creation things
The Samsung Galaxy S25 series adds a 50MP Ultra Wide camera that offers four times better detail than its predecessor.
Meanwhile, you get key additions to your content creation suite with features like Nightography Video that denoises the videos you capture in night and low light shooting conditions.
There’s also Audio Eraser that offers you granular control on the volume of your video. You can adjust the volume levels of Speaker, Music, Wind, Nature, and Crowd.
In addition, you also have Galaxy Log and Virtual Aperture for improved color correction and shot composition.
More content-adjacent AI things are improved Generative Edits (Magic Erase, etc), and a more accurate Portrait Studio.
Hardware and Performance
The entire Galaxy S25 line is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC that’s especially tuned for Galaxy.
As for hardware changes, the Galaxy S25 series is slimmer and lighter compared to the Galaxy S24 series. The corners and edges have also been rounded for a better grip. For durability, there’s improved titanium and Corning Gorilla Armor 2.
Colorways
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Series come in various color options:
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra:
Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Whitesilver, Titanium Gray, Titanium Black. With online exclusives being the following: Titanium Blackgold, Titanium Jetblack, Titanium Jadegreen.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 share the following color options:
Navy, Icyblue, Mint, and Silver Shadow. Online exclusives are: Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold.
Galaxy S25 Series specs:
| Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Galaxy S25+ | Galaxy S25 | |
| Display | 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X 1~120Hz Refresh Rate Vision Booster Adaptive Color Tone |
6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X 1~120Hz Refresh Rate Vision Booster Adaptive Color Tone |
6.2-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X 1~120Hz Refresh Rate Vision Booster Adaptive Color Tone |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy | ||
| Camera | 200MP f/1.7 Main (Wide) 50MP f/1.9 120º Ultra-Wide 10MP f/2.4 3x Telephoto 50MP f/3.4 5x Periscope 12MP f/2.2 Front |
50MP f/1.8 Main (Wide) 50MP f/1.9 120º Ultra-Wide 10MP f/2.4 3x Telephoto — 12MP f/2.2 Front |
|
| Memory & Storage | 12GB + 1TB 12 + 512GB 12 + 256GB — |
— 12 + 512GB 12 + 256GB — |
— — 12 + 256GB 12 + 128GB |
| Battery | 5000mAh | 4900mAh | 4000mAh |
| Charging | 45W Super Fast Charging 2.0 (Up to 65% charge in around 30 mins) Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 Wireless PowerShare |
45W Super Fast Charging 2.0 (Up to 65% charge in around 30 mins) Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 Wireless PowerShare |
25W Super Fast Charging (Up to 50% charge in around 30 mins) Fast Wireless Charging 2.0 Wireless PowerShare |
| OS | Android 15 One UI 7 |
||
| Network and Connectivity | 5G, LTE Wi-Fi , Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth 5.4 |
||
| IP Rating | IP68 | ||
Deals
Get the MacBook Neo for as low as PhP 44 a day via Home Credit
Flexible installment payment plans available
Home Credit is making the MacBook Neo accessible to more Filipinos with an exclusive pre-order installment offer for the new Apple laptop.
The latest offering can be brought home through flexible installments starting at as low as just PhP 44 a day. That’s not even a dollar a day.
This exclusive offer is available during the pre-order period from April 11 to 23. If you’re looking for a high-performance laptop at a great value, then now is the ideal time to upgrade or purchase your first higher tier notebook.
Here’s a quick breakdown of available Home Credit MacBook Neo installment plans:
- 256GB at 24 months: PhP 44/day
- 256GB at 12 months: PhP 82/day
- 512GB at 24 months: PhP 51/day
- 512GB at 12 months: PhP 97/day
Apple MacBook Neo
The Apple MacBook Neo is the company’s latest laptop, which is also its most affordable. It retails at just about US$ 499 to US$ 599 in the United States and SG$ 729 to SG$ 849 in Singapore.
It runs on an A18 Pro chip for 50% faster everyday performance compared to Intel Core Ultra 5-level PCs. This chip also has a 16-core Neural Engine for Apple Intelligence and 5-core GPU for graphics workloads.
The portable and lightweight laptop has a 13-inch 2408 x 1506 display, two USB-C ports, a headphone jack, and Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 6 connectivity.
The MacBook Neo ships with MacOS Tahoe, complete with apps like Safari, Photos, Messages, and FaceTime. Users are promised up to 16 hours of usage on a single charge.
In the Philippines, the device is available at Apple Authorized Resellers and Home Credit Philippines partner stores nationwide, including:
- Abenson
- Aerophone
- Beyond the Box
- Blue Box
- Cell Boy
- Digimap
- Electroworld
- Fone Style
- Gadget Headz
- Greentelcom
- Inbox Stores PH
- Laycom
- Octagon
- PC Express
- Power Mac Center
- Puerto Electronico
- Silicon Valley
- thinkingtools@mall
- The Loop
- Wiltelcom
- 8telcom
Entertainment
Prime Video unveils Philippine slate: More originals, licensed titles
1st ever local slate announcement graced by stars
Prime Video unveiled seven Filipino Prime Original series and more licensed and exclusive content to look forward to during the streaming platform’s first-ever local slate announcement in the market.
Additional titles are likewise coming to Prime Video — including new Korean shows — as well as the live broadcast of the NBA Playoffs and Finals 2026.
The launch event was graced by some of Philippine showbiz’s best stars, like Jericho Rosales, Marian Rivera, Sharon Cuneta, Barbie Forteza, Kim Chiu, Joshua Garcia, Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo, Ivana Alawi, Janine Gutierrez, and more.
The lineup marks a significant expansion of Prime Video’s investment in the Philippines. This includes collaborations with network giants ABS-CBN and GMA, for premium storytelling that spans drama, politics, suspense, romance, crime, and comedy.
Part of the slate available on Prime Video are:
- Linlang
- Saving Grace
- The Silent Noise
- Love Is Never Gone
- The Loyalty Game
- Honor Thy Mother
- Kopino
- Behind Closed Doors
A new season of Last One Laughing Philippines, featuring Vice Ganda, will also be available soon.
Meanwhile, these exclusive licensed Filipino films are joining the lineup:
- Samahan ng mga Makasalanan
- Gabi ng Lagim
- Bayaniverse trilogy: Quezon, Heneral Luna, Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral
- Bar Boys: After School
- Open Endings
Global hits, K-dramas, and anime titles available or soon to be on the streaming platform include:
- The Boys
- Fallout
- The Summer I Turned Pretty
- GOOD BOY
- Marry My Husband
- A Love Other Than Yours
- Final Table
- Nine to Six
- Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX
- Demon Slayer
Viewers can avail of a Prime Video subscription for as low as just PhP 149/month — a great value given all the local and foreign content available to stream on the platform.
Automotive
BYD Previews Atto 2 EV, Sealion 7 at MIAS 2026
And sharing a milestone of two Guinness World Records!
The Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2026 marks a significant shift in how we view the Philippine drive.
This year, BYD’s exhibit is their largest to date, moving away from purely technical explanations to show how technology lives inside our routines. It’s a showcase of a complete ecosystem — from city crossovers to rugged pickups — designed to prove that the electric transition is no longer a concept, but a proven reality for all Filipinos.
New companions for the modern routine
Among the highlights are two highly anticipated previews that feel like natural extensions of a modern lifestyle.
For instance, the BYD Atto 2 EV is a smart, stylish urban crossover built for the family. It successfully balances everyday utility with a chic, contemporary design.
Meanwhile, for those who seek a more performance-led experience, the BYD Sealion 7 merges a bold aesthetic with a sophisticated All-Wheel Drive system. It also features a tech-forward cabin that serves as a sanctuary on the road.
This shift toward electric mobility is backed by a journey that goes far beyond the showroom floor. Through the “Drive Electric. Love Pinas.” campaign, a convoy of 20 electrified vehicles recently traveled from Northern Luzon to Mindanao.
As a result of this 102-city stress test, BYD earned two Guinness World Records for the eMAX 7 and the Shark 6 DMO. These achievements demonstrate that these vehicles are truly ready for the complexities of the Philippine landscape.
A high-tech future on the road
Consequently, supporting this movement is the “Philippine EV Spine,” which is a network of over 160 charging locations nationwide. This network is built specifically to eliminate range anxiety and ensures that drivers stay powered and connected for the road ahead.
Adding a human resonance to this technological shift, Multimedia Star Alden Richards has joined the brand as its newest advocate. His role reflects a shared goal of inspiring Filipinos to embrace a high-tech and sustainable future.
-
Accessories2 weeks agoGameSir G7 Pro ZZZ Edition: My default PC controller
-
Reviews1 week agoApple iPhone 17e review
-
Entertainment1 week agoBINI, KATSEYE among top worldwide Google Searches ahead of Coachella
-
Gaming1 week agoPlayStation can now scan you and put you inside a game
-
Gaming1 week agoForza Horizon 6 already hits the mark
-
Gaming1 week agoHoYoverse’s first life sim, Petit Planet, opens Stardrift Test sign-ups
-
Reviews2 days agoHONOR MagicPad4: A tablet that found its place
-
Features2 weeks agoGadgetSnaps: Osaka






