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Smart launches Giga Work packages for productivity apps

With 1GB allocation for work and study apps

Published

May 1, 2020

Kenrick Buduan

Smart Philippines is launching a new data package to cater to anyone who needs to work and study online. Smart’s Giga Work packages bundles open-access data allocation along with 1GB for select productivity apps.

Giga Work packages are perfect for anyone who relies on mobile data for remote work. Anyone can use its 1GB of data for select work apps they use. These work apps include online conferencing apps such as Google Hangouts, Microsoft Teams, and Cisco WebEx.

The packages also let one use Microsoft’s Office 365 and Google’s G Suite. Both are a collection of apps that lets anyone create and store documents, as well as collaborate and communicate with other people together.

Other apps included in the allocation are Grab, Lalamove, Lazada, and Shopee. It also includes payment services such as GrabPay and PayMaya. Plus, there’s allocation forWhatApp too.

Giga Work Plus packages, on the other hand, bundles unlimited all-net calls and texts along with the data allocation. These packages are a good option for those who wanted to stay in touch with their friends or family members while working.

List of packages

Here are the list of packages for both Giga Work and Giga Work Plus:

Giga Work 50 — 1GB open-access + 1GB work apps allocation (valid for 3 days)
Giga Work 99 — 2GB open-access + 1GB work apps allocation (valid for 7 days)
Giga Work+ 100 — 1GB open-access + 1GB work apps allocation + unli all-net calls and texts (valid for 3 days)
Giga Work+ 199 — 2GB open-access + 1GB work apps allocation + unli all-net calls and texts (valid for 7 days)
Giga Work 299 — 4GB open-access + 1GB work apps allocation (valid for 30 days)
Giga Work 399 — 6GB open-access + 1GB work apps allocation (valid for 30 days)
Giga Work 499 — 8GB open-access + 1GB work apps allocation (valid for 30 days)
Giga Work+ 549 — 4GB open-access + 1GB work apps allocation + unli all-net calls and texts (valid for 30 days)
Giga Work+ 649— 6GB open-access + 1GB work apps allocation + unli all-net calls and texts (valid for 30 days)

To know more Smart’s latest offering, visit this website or Smart’s Facebook page.

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Turn your nubia Neo 5 series purchase into a Geely car with this promo

Get a chance to win a brand-new Geely car by purchasing a nubia smartphone

Published

April 22, 2026

GadgetMatch

nubia Philippines and Geely Philippines have partnered for a raffle promo that gives customers the chance to win a brand-new car by simply purchasing nubia’s latest gaming smartphone models.

The promo runs from March 28 to May 30, giving customers more reasons to upgrade their devices. Simply purchase any model from the recently-released nubia Neo 5 series to enter the raffle — either online or through authorized stores.

The series comes with three models: the nubia Neo 5, Neo 5 Pro, and Neo 5 GT, and starts at just PhP 11,999.

To make sure your raffle entry counts, follow these steps too:

Follow @nubiaPhilippines and @GeelyPhilippines on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok
Scan the promo QR code and complete the registration form
Upload proof of purchase and required screenshots to confirm your entry

The best part is each purchase earns one entry, and multiple entries are allowed.

At stake is the Geely GX3 Pro S, a subcompact crossover with a 1.5L engine and 5-speed manual transmission.

The lucky winner will take this home, along with another nubia Neo 5 GT 5G. Meanwhile, minor prizes include the three aforementioned nubia Neo 5 models.

Winners will be drawn on June 6, 2026 under the supervision of a DTI representative. It will also be streamed live on TikTok.

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Get a free Apple Watch SE 2 with your MacBook Neo purchase

Available for 1st 400 customers at this launch day event

Published

April 21, 2026

GadgetMatch

Launch offers for the MacBook Neo are aplenty, and Beyond the Box and Digital Walker are both offering the best deals for the first 400 customers to purchase the laptop on launch day, April 23.

The authorized retailers will hold a special launch event at the Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center in Makati, Metro Manila.

The first 400 customers will get an exclusive bundle comprising both the MacBook Neo and an Apple Watch SE 2 starting at just PhP 39,990. That’s PhP 16,990 in savings, virtually getting the smartwatch for free.

Meanwhile, the 512GB configuration retails for PhP 46,990.

Customers can start placing orders by 11:00 A.M. Once the first 400 slots are gone, the deals are likewise gone.

Furthermore, there will also be PhP 250,000 worth of raffle prizes up for grabs. Included here is the chance to take home the airiest mobile phone.

The launch event officially takes place at 5:30 P.M. and the MacBook Neo units begin releasing at 7:00 P.M.

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Get the MacBook Neo for as low as PhP 44 a day via Home Credit

Flexible installment payment plans available

Published

April 16, 2026

GadgetMatch

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: