Smart Home
The LG Sound Suite reshapes the sound of your home
1st home audio system powered by Dolby Atmos Flexconnect
LG Electronics recently released the LG Sound Suite at CES 2026. It is the world’s first premium soundbar audio system powered by Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, helping reshape the sound of your home.
The system is anchored by the H7 soundbar, which automatically adapts Dolby Atmos sound to a room’s layout. This does not require complex installation nor precise speaker placement.
The soundbar is powered by LG’s α (Alpha) 11 AI Processor Gen 3. This enables advanced features like spatial up-mixing, object separation, and content-aware audio optimization.
The suite also features a wireless, modular ecosystem that allows users to combine the H7 soundbar with optional surround speakers and a subwoofer. There are up to 27 different system configurations to fit owners’ setups.
For instance, consumers can start with a simple setup and gradually expand to a full 13.1.7‑channel home theater. This makes the system scalable for different spaces and budgets.
All components under the LG Sound Suite are equipped with Peerless speaker units. This assures users of premium craftsmanship with technologies to bring high-quality and immersive sound.
Dolby Atmos FlexConnect intelligently optimizes audio performance based on speaker placement. It harnesses the power of AI, ensuring immersive sound even when speakers are positioned freely around the room.
In addition, the system includes Sound Follow, which uses ultra-wideband technology to adjust the listening sweet spot based on the user’s location for a more personalized experience.
Meanwhile, Room Calibration Pro uses AI processing to analyze room acoustics and fine‑tune sound output for balanced and room-filling audio.
Deals
PLDT Home, Samsung team up for exclusive entertainment deals
Enjoy discounts on Samsung TVs, more with your Home Fibr plan
PLDT Home and Samsung have partnered to bring exclusive entertainment deals, making it easier for Filipinos to enjoy premium viewing experiences at home.
New customers who sign up for PLDT Home Fiber Plan 1299 and above can enjoy up to 15% off on select Samsung TVs. Special deals on sound devices are also available.
In addition, subscribers can receive stackable vouchers worth up to PhP 2,000, redeemable through PLDT MyHome.
Here’s a quick breakdown:
- Plan 1299: 5% discount on all TVs, sound devices, monitors
- Plans 1399, 1599, 1699, 1799, 2099: 10% discount on all TVs
- Plans 2499, 2699, 3199, 7999: 15% discount on all TVs
Meanwhile, existing PLDT Home subscribers who upgrade their plans can also enjoy even more rewards. This includes stackable vouchers worth up to PhP 3,000, on top of Samsung entertainment discounts.
To redeem the Samsung vouchers, simply register or log in via PLDT MyHome. Vouchers can then be used to purchase Samsung Vision AI TVs through the dedicated Samsung online store link.
Whether it’s K-drama, movies, sports, or gaming, customers can upgrade their entertainment setups with Samsung electronics for less.
Luxury Smart Home
Sony brings cinema home with new BRAVIA 3 II TV, BRAVIA Theatre lineup
Full cinema-style experience
Sony is expanding its home entertainment push with a new range of BRAVIA Theatre audio products and the BRAVIA 3 II TV. The lineup aims to make a full cinema-style experience more accessible. That’s true whether you’re starting with a soundbar or building a complete surround setup.
Soundbars designed to fill the room
Leading the audio lineup is the BRAVIA Theatre Bar 7, a compact yet powerful soundbar built with nine speaker units. It includes up-firing and side speakers. These work alongside Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Mapping to create a wider, more immersive sound field from a single unit. Room calibration further optimizes audio based on your space. There are also optional subwoofers and rear speakers unlock deeper bass and fuller surround.
For a more accessible option, the BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5 offers a 3.1-channel setup with a wireless subwoofer. It focuses on delivering clear dialogue and strong bass, using S-Force PRO Front Surround and Vertical Surround Engine to simulate a three-dimensional listening experience.
Both soundbars support Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, integrate with compatible BRAVIA TVs for unified control, and can be managed via the BRAVIA Connect app.
Expanding the surround experience
Sony is also introducing a set of optional speakers designed to complete the home cinema setup. The BRAVIA Theatre Sub 9 and Sub 8 deliver deep, room-filling bass, with the Sub 9 featuring dual opposing drivers to reduce distortion. Notably, the lineup now supports dual subwoofer configurations for the first time.
Meanwhile, the BRAVIA Theatre Rear 9 adds height and depth to rear channels through its up-firing speaker. This helps create a more convincing surround environment when paired with compatible soundbars.
A bigger screen to match
Alongside the audio products, Sony is rolling out the BRAVIA 3 II, a mid-tier TV available in sizes up to 100 inches. Powered by the XR Processor and XR Triluminos Pro, it aims to deliver natural colors, strong contrast, and refined detail.
The TV supports Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X, and is also positioned as a capable gaming display. It comes with 4K at 120Hz and four HDMI 2.1 ports. Sony is also introducing a new Inclusive Remote with improved button layout and a Remote Finder feature for easier accessibility.
Price and availability
In Singapore, the BRAVIA Theatre Bar 7 will be available starting May 2026. Suggested retail price is SGD 1,299. Meanwhile, the BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5 follows in June 2026 at SGD 599.
The BRAVIA Theatre Sub 9, Sub 8, and Rear 9 will arrive in July 2026, priced at SGD 1,099, SGD 799, and SGD 899, respectively.
The BRAVIA 3 II TV will be available from June 2026 in sizes ranging from 43 inches to 100 inches, with pricing starting at SGD 1,499.
Philippines
TCL’s smart home solutions arrives at Automatic Centre Sheridan, Mandaluyong
Take advantage of that limited-time sale from March 25 to April 5.
TCL Philippines has officially launched its smart solutions into Automatic Centre’s Sheridan Mandaluyong branch. The atmosphere at the Sheridan branch was electric as guests explored how global tech fits into a local lifestyle.
Every corner showed how TCL’s innovations are designed to elevate the everyday. The launch drew a crowd eager to see the visionaries behind the brands.
Key leaders from both sides — including TCL Sales Director Cyd Montebo and Automatic Centre Store Head Ms. Sheena Mangahas — gathered to witness this new chapter.
But the celebration belongs to the customers. To mark the occasion, TCL is launching a limited-time sale from March 25 to April 5.
It’s an invitation to upgrade your lifestyle with global technology at a discounted cost at your nearest Automatic Centre.
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