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Spider-Man Drive: A nice-to-have for webheads

Is this the ultimate hard drive for Spidey fans?

Published

December 13, 2022

Spider-Man enthusiasts have another item to add to their collection. The Seagate Spider-Man Special Edition Firecuda External Hard Drive (Spider-Man Drive for brevity) is one of the few pop-culture licensed products that are actually useful. It’s not just a collector’s item to display on shelves, but one you can benefit from.

For fans of the entire Spider-Verse, this particular collaboration even comes in three variants: Spider-Man featuring the original, classic Spidey, Miles Morales featuring, well, Miles, and Ghost-Spider featuring Gwen Stacy.

Each comes with their own unique look and feel. But unlike their comic book counterparts, these hard drives have the exact same features — the same power set, if you will.

On paper, that’s 2TB of storage capacity, works with PC, Mac, PlayStation, and Xbox, uses USB 3.2 Gen 1, and has RGB. Yay. Something to keep in mind, by default, it’s in the exFAT format system. That makes sure it’s compatible across the devices mentioned. If you ever have to reformat for whatever reason, make sure to keep it on exFAT.

The Classic Suit

Nothing beats the classic, and that is true for yours truly. Especially when it comes to Spider-Man suits. Something about the webbed-red-and-blue is just undeniably Spider-Man and that’s what you get with the Spider-Man Drive.

Front and center is the hero himself.

There’s also a Firecuda and Seagate branding but they’re almost unnoticeable.

Here’s a closer look at the Seagate branding.

On the bottom edge, the name of the drive is written.

Spider-Man. With a hyphen. As it should always be written.

Flip the thing to show the dominant blue with a Spider-Man logo.

Fun-fact: That’s the original back logo from the first comic book run. Many fans prefer it to the one in the Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield films. That’s because the back logos in the films look sharper and edgier, unlike the original which gives off “friendly neighborhood” Spidey vibes.

Bonus for size comparison, next to an iPhone 11 Pro.

We forgot to take snaps but the packaging also comes with some Spidey and Seagate stickers.

Overall, it’s a great look. Spidey is in a stylish pose and the hard drive itself embodies the classic suit. Peter Parker stans should look to grab this one.

Fast but no super speed

Probably unintentional, but fun to highlight is that the Spider-Man drive still uses USB 3.2 Gen connectors. That means the file transfer speeds, while fast enough, aren’t exactly blazing fast. Which is technically fine. Super speed, after all, isn’t part of Spidey’s power set.

But how fast is it exactly? It takes about 30-40 minutes to move around 35GB of files. Decent. But not exactly efficient. For instance, we’ve been able to transfer nearly the same amount of files in a third of the time from a memory card connected to a dongle that supports faster file transfers.

That means this isn’t exactly built for a truly speedy on-the-go workflow. If you’re taking this outside, make sure to keep the file transfers to 10GB and below so you can stay agile like Spider-Man.

RGB for fun?

No thematic connection again, but hey, some people really think RGB is cool. This one’s generally easy to set-up. Upon plugging in the Spider-Man Drive, you’ll gain access to its contents. There you’ll find a Toolkit installer both for Windows and Mac. Although, for Mac, you’ll need to install another driver to make it work.

Everything is pretty straightforward no matter which operating system you’re working with. I had zero trouble hooking it up to Windows. Although, MacOS Ventura is a little challenging as Privacy and Security dialog box has changed. As of writing, we’re still trying to figure out the right permissions so we can install the required driver to make RGB work with Mac.

It’s a fun and cool addition and should fit most desk aesthetics. By default, the LED light is set to white. But it’ll appear bluish on the Spider-Man Drive because of the blue back panel.

Price and availability

The Spider-Man Drive and the rest of its variants retail for PhP 6,190/ US$ 139.99.

In the Philippines, The devices are available on Seagate’s official Shopee and Lazada stores, as well as select partners.

You can also visit the official product page: Spider-Man | Miles Morales | Ghost-Spider

Is the Spider-Man Drive your GadgetMatch?

Officially licensed products are usually nothing more than money-grabs. Take a pop-culture icon, slap a kick-ass art on your product, and voila: cha-ching, cha-ching, cha-ching. Now, there’s nothing inherently wrong with that. However, it would be nice if a little more thought is put into the collaboration.

It would have been nice to keep things in theme by adding more Spidey-related things to the final product. I’m no expert but wouldn’t it have been more fun if the cable was longer and looked more like Spidey’s webs? Or perhaps add or make available some protective cases that feature Spidey’s other suits. I don’t think that’s too much to ask, especially if you’re paying extra for a product that essentially already exists.

At its core, the Spider-Man Drive is just a pricier re-skin of the generally okay Firecuda Gaming External Hard Drive. It’s not bad, but it’s not amazing nor superior.

That said, Spider-Man fans (like this writer), will likely think this piece of tech is still pretty darn cool. Because it is. And sometimes, that’s really all it takes.

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70mai launches the A900 series with 4K front, rear recording

Two new 4K dual-channel dash cams, both with 4G

Published

September 22, 2026

MJ Jucutan

70mai has launched the A900 Series, led by the flagship 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900 Ultra, with the 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900 joining it in the lineup.

Both models record in 4K from the front and rear cameras, and both support 4G, so your footage stays reachable from your phone even when you’re away from the car.

4K recording from both cameras

The A900 Ultra uses dual Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 sensors to capture clear 4K footage from both directions. As a result, details like license plates and road signs remain sharp.

Smart HDR balances bright and dark areas under shifting light. Users can also adjust color tones and contrast. To keep feeds synced, the rear camera uses LVDS digital transmission. This tech sends a lossless 4K feed with just 20ms of latency.

Handling changing light

Driving into a tunnel or under the shadow of a tall building changes the lighting quickly, and 70mai built three imaging technologies into the A900 Ultra to deal with it.

MaiColor Vivid+ Solution 2.0 is meant to give more natural colors and finer detail, along with smarter scene adaptation. Night Owl Vision 2.0 reduces noise and glare to help with nighttime clarity.

Lumi Vision is made for parking surveillance in near-total darkness, where it automatically adjusts exposure and gain and applies noise reduction. 70mai says this produces clear, full-color footage in extremely low light.

Parking mode and remote access

Smart Parking Guardian Mode 2.0 protects your vehicle while parked. It combines AI motion detection, dual-channel collision detection with pre-recording, and time-lapse options.

The system draws just 5mA on standby to prevent battery drain. For extended coverage, the optional 70mai Battery Pack Mini powers surveillance for up to 30 days.

In photo: A900

Pairing the camera with the 4G Hardwire Kit unlocks 70mai 4G Cloud+ 2.0 features on the app. Enhanced Buffered Emergency Recording saves up to 190 seconds before an incident and 30 seconds after.

It automatically uploads this footage to the cloud for immediate remote viewing.

The 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900

In photo: A900

The A900 sits alongside the Ultra as the more accessible option. It records True 4K HDR at 30FPS from both the front and rear cameras, and Smart HDR can be scheduled to turn on at set times.

Its f/1.55 aperture is meant to help in low light, and 4G Cloud+ 2.0 keeps the dash cam connected to the 70mai App. It’s the model for drivers who want dual-channel recording and 4G connectivity at a lower price.

The 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900 Ultra retails for US$ 300, available for pre-order at US$ 240. Meanwhile, the A900 is priced at US$ 200, currently 20% off at US$ 170.

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Manila turns up the volume at COVE

Sony Philippines launched its ULT TOWER lineup at Beyond the Beat, with SB19 joining the ULT Squad.

Published

September 21, 2026

MJ Jucutan

Sound and style shared the floor at COVE Manila in Okada Manila. Sony Philippines opened its doors for Beyond the Beat: The Next-Level ULT POWER SOUND Experience.

The event marked the company’s biggest ULT POWER SOUND launch in the country, and Sony paced the program like an exclusive night out.

Stacked ULT Towers filled the space. Guests styled themselves with designer pieces from Alser Lumawag, and SB19 closed the evening as the newest Sony ULT Squad members.

MySony members from every tier joined industry guests while the new ULT TOWER lineup set the tempo.

The towers take center stage

Shuhei Sugihara, Sony Philippines’ President and Managing Director, opened the program.

Product Marketing Specialist Keira Ambubuyog then introduced the newest additions to the lineup.

Arbie Bandiling of Personal Audio Systems unveiled the latest ULT Squad video. The clip introduced the artists and personalities fronting the campaign.

The lineup features the ULT TOWER 5, ULT TOWER 7, and ULT TOWER MAX. The new series pairs large circular woofers and high-capacity cabinets with ULT DUCT technology.

This design delivers stronger low-frequency bass than earlier models. The ULT TOWER MAX leads the series, described as Sony’s most powerful bass speaker yet.

On another note, Sony pitches the ULT TOWER 7 as stage-worthy sound in a portable frame. Meanwhile, the compact ULT TOWER 5 targets smaller gatherings and features karaoke and DJ capabilities.

Experiential zones bring the sound to life

Guests explored the lineup across several interactive event zones. Step into the Beat paired an arcade-inspired setup with stacked ULT Towers and a dance pad. ULT Selfie Club handled photo ops.

Nearby, ULT Cover Star let guests style ULT Field speakers alongside designer pieces from Alser Lumawag. Here, the speakers served as chic fashion accessories.

The Bass District gave VIPs and influencers a private, nightlife-inspired lounge. Karaoke Lounges invited everyone else to grab a mic and test the party-ready towers firsthand.

The ULT Squad shows up

Fashion influencer and ULT Squad member Angelique Manto-Guison hosted the night.

A-Team opened the show with a high-energy routine before Carlos Serrano III took the stage. David Guison and Jacqueline Jala walked the stage with ULT Models in elevated fashion, and Jeremy G followed with a dynamic musical performance.

KAIA brought a youthful pop sound, while Maki delivered a set in his signature style.

SB19 closed the night, making their debut as the newest Sony ULT Squad members. Sony pairs its sound technology with the group’s influence in Filipino music. This collaboration positions the Squad as a platform for artists shaping contemporary music culture.

The ULT TOWER MAX, ULT TOWER 7, and ULT TOWER 5 are now available at Sony Centres and authorized dealers nationwide.

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Jackery Explorer 300D: Power and portability in one

Uninterrupted workflows for digital nomads, freelance creatives, more

Published

September 18, 2026

Manila Connoisseur

For digital nomads, freelance creatives, and even work-from-home professionals, staying productive on the move means carrying around multiple gadgets, cords, adapters, and power banks to survive the day.

Having to carry such weight, quite literally, is vital for maintaining workflow continuity.

For a more seamless experience and to have just one extra portable device to power all working parts, there’s the Jackery Explorer 300D.

Launched just last month, this grab-and-go offering from Jackery is designed for the modern lifestyle.

It moves away from Jackery’s traditional aesthetic with a sleek, speaker-like form factor. It weighs just 2.5 kilograms and is 64% smaller than standard 300W units in the market.

This ultra-compact size was made possible by a smart engineering choice of swapping bulky traditional AC wall outlets for highly efficient DC-only and USB-C ports — which also helps eliminate idle power loss.

With a 288Wh capacity, the Jackery Explorer 300D holds enough juice for up to nine power banks.

It can keep a Type-C fast-charging laptop for up to three to four full cycles, a Wi-Fi router alive for hours, and recharge cameras or drone batteries up to five times for a lengthy production day.

For smaller gadgets like smartphones and portable fans, the power station can juice them up for up to 22 times.