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Smart opens pre-orders for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Fold5

Be the first to own

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Smart Postpaid has opened pre-orders for Samsung’s latest flagships, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 will be available with Smart Postpaid’s Signature Device Plan 1999, inclusive of 15GB of open access data, unlimited all-net calls, and texts, and 150 minutes of calls to PLDT per month.

For more data inclusions, the Galaxy Z Flip5 may also be availed as an add-on to Signature Plan 1499, which includes unlimited 5G for 12 months, 40GB of open access data, and unlimited all-net calls and texts, including landline calls.

On the other hand, the new Galaxy Z Fold5 is best paired with Infinity Plan 5000, which includes unlimited data, all-net calls and texts, and unlimited landline calls.

Subscribers who avail of the Galaxy Z series via Smart until August 17 also get exclusive discounts and perks:

  • Free storage upgrade from 256GB to 512GB
  • One year of free Samsung Care+ subscription worth PhP 10,554
  • Discount vouchers on Samsung wearables of up to 50% off

To get started, visit Smart Postpaid’s link here: https://smart.com.ph/Postpaid/GalaxyZSeries5.

Welcome to the Flipside

Samsung officially released its latest devices in the Z series a few weeks ago at the Galaxy Unpacked event.

Now in their fifth generation, the Flip5 and the Fold5 come with significant improvements while carrying over their beloved features from previous iterations.

The Flip5 now sports a 3.4-inch Super AMOLED display for its cover screen, called the Flex Window.

The Fold5 comes with an improved Flex Hinge for a thinner appearance when folded, plus an S Pen Fold edition.

Entertainment

Binge-watch your favorite anime with this new Ani-One YouTube channel

Ani-One PH Collection channel features full season compilations

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Ani-One Philippines has officially launched Ani-One PH Collection, a new YouTube channel made for non-stop anime marathon viewing.

Created especially for Filipino fans, the dedicated hub is designed for the ultimate binge-watching experience.

It takes hit titles from the main Ani-One Philippines channel and reimagines them for the binge-watching audience. Videos range from about four to nine hours in length.

This means no more need to click “Next Episode” every 20 minutes or so; the new channel also features Full Season Compilations — entire seasons of one’s favorite anime stitched together into single, uninterrupted videos.

Among the anime titles that can be found on the channel are:

  • Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy
  • The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten
  • The Healer who was Banished from his Party is in fact the Strongest
  • In Another World With My Smartphone
  • The Dreaming Boy is a Realist

In addition, content is localized for those who prefer Tagalog-dubbed anime. For instance, Kaiju No. 8 is available in Tagalog audio.

There are also curated libraries depending on one’s preferred genre, like Isekai, Romance, Fantasy, and Action.

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Lifestyle

Festive foodpanda riders bring holiday cheer to Metro Manila traffic

Sometimes, holiday comfort shows up through a glowing pink reindeer~

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If you have spent the past few days trapped in Metro Manila traffic, staring at brake lights and questioning your life choices, you may have noticed something unexpectedly charming slipping through the carmaggedon.

It’s not your imagination. That really is a foodpanda partner rider with reindeer antlers peeking out of a glowing pink delivery box, wrapped in fairy lights like it wandered out of Santa’s workshop and into EDSA.

You will be seeing more of these festive riders around Metro Manila until the end of the year, and honestly, the timing feels ideal.

The holidays have a way of piling everything on at once, especially when work deadlines stretch longer. Commutes also feel heavier, and the city moves at a pace that tests even the most patient among us. In moments like that, a small spark of cheer lands differently.

There is something soothing about that soft pink glow cutting through traffic. It interrupts the noise, even for a second, and reminds you that joy does not always arrive loudly. Sometimes it shows up quietly, on two wheels, while you are stuck at a red light.

For those ordering from foodpanda, the delivery does not feel purely transactional during this season. It arrives carrying comfort and a little emotional exhale after a long day.

When everything feels rushed and overwhelming, having food or groceries show up with a touch of holiday cheer feels strangely reassuring.

What makes it hit closer to home is the people behind it. These partner riders already do so much, navigating traffic, weather, and time pressures so others can slow down, even briefly.

Seeing them bring extra effort and warmth into their work feels deeply Filipino. It reflects that instinct to look out for one another and to find lightness even when the surroundings are messy.

In its own understated way, it is a reminder that someone out there understands how exhausting the season can be. So when a glowing foodpanda delivery bike pulls up beside you in traffic, take it as a small holiday signal. You are not alone in the rush.

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TNT network recognized for having Best Mobile Latency

According to Ookla analysis

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TNT has been recognized for having the Best Mobile Latency, according to network intelligence and connectivity insights company Ookla, which is known for its internet speed tests.

Based on Ookla analysis for Q1 to Q2 2025, TNT’s network, powered by Smart, led with a median latency of 45.89 milliseconds (ms) for all network technologies.

(NOTE: Mobile latency measures how quickly data travels over a network; the lower the latency, the faster the response)

This enables users to tap, click, and swipe on their favorite apps in real-time. For streaming and mobile gaming, it also means a smoother experience.

Be it MOBA titles like Mobile Legends: Bang Bang or FPS games like Call of Duty Mobile, which both need real-time responsiveness, TNT allows gamers to make their best moves without worrying about lag.

Binge-watchers, meanwhile, can enjoy their favorite series, vlogs, and micro-dramas without buffering. On the other hand, students and professionals can attend online meetings or quick calls using just mobile data.

Furthermore, online live sellers and shoppers can also enjoy real-time transactions, ensuring their favorite items make it to the cart without delay.

Such low latency is also crucial for those who love scoring flash deals or vouchers where those who are among the first to click win discounts.

Users who want to level up their experience can switch to TNT by getting a TNT SIM or eSIM at accredited retailers and convenience stores. They may also do so via the Smart Online Store.

Subscribers from other networks can also easily switch to TNT without changing their number through Mobile Number Portability (MNP).

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