Microsoft reveals Creators Update for Windows 10
MANILA, Philippines – Microsoft's Terry Myerson on Wednesday, October 26, announced "the next release of Windows 10 that will ship this coming Spring, for free to every Windows 10 device," and it's...
View ArticleMicrosoft announces Surface Book i7
MANILA, Philippines – Microsoft at its event on Wednesday, October 26, announced an update to the Microsoft Suface Book, called the Surface Book i7 Calling it the "ultimate laptop," the Surface Book i7...
View ArticleMicrosoft's Surface Studio PC is for the creator in everyone
MANILA, Philippines – Microsoft showed off a new bit of tech called the Surface Studio for the enterprise consumer looking to take their creativity to new heights.The Surface Studio is what Microsoft...
View ArticleAfter Microsoft, it's Apple's chance to wow audiences at their 'Hello Again'...
Shortly after Microsoft reinvigorated the interest in desktops with the announcement of their Surface Studio, Apple has a chance to steal some of that thunder right away. The tech giant will be holding...
View Article5 reasons a gamer shouldn't miss ESGS 2016
One of the biggest events in the local gaming scene is all set and it’s one that no self-respecting Filipino gamer would want to miss. The eSports and Gaming Summit (ESGS) is now on its third year,...
View ArticleTwitter announces Q3 2016 revenue of $616-M, 9% staff cut
MANILA, Philippines (UPDATED) – Twitter confirmed earlier rumors of a workforce reduction on Thursday, October 27, saying it was undergoing a "restructuring and reduction in force affecting...
View ArticleIn Cuba, online media pry open state grip on news
HAVANA, Cuba – Abraham, Elaine and Jose are under 30, and they've pulled off the unthinkable in Cuba – they are producing online news, prying open the state's half-century grip on the media.The Castro...
View ArticleTwitter to discontinue Vine video-sharing app
MANILA, Philippines – Twitter announced on Thursday, October 27 (October 28, Manila time), it was discontinuing its Vine mobile application "in the coming months."Vine noted in a statement, however,...
View ArticleApple's new Macbook Pro touts the Touch Bar
MANILA, Philippines – Apple announced a new Macbook Pro at its "Hello Again" event, bringing a redesigned laptop that comes a new Touch Bar feature on its keyboard.The Macbook Pro's new display is 67%...
View ArticleMobile, video pump up profit at Google parent Alphabet
SAN FRANCISCO, USA – Google parent Alphabet on Thursday, October 27, delivered higher profits for the third quarter, lifted by gains in mobile and video advertising as the tech giant narrowed losses...
View ArticlePornhub offering to buy Vine from Twitter?
MANILA, Philippines – Adult website Pornhub may be coming to the aid of Twitter and Vine, reportedly offering to buy Vine from the microblogging site.A CNET report on Thursday, October 27 (October 28,...
View ArticleFAKE: Reports on US bilateral visa policy after Duterte's complaint
MANILA, Philippines – At least 3 websites have released or posted a false report that the United States wants a bilateral visa policy with Asia following a complaint by Philippine President Rodrigo...
View ArticleESGS kicks off, lives up to hype on first day
MANILA, Philippines - Gamers who have waited excitedly for the 2016 eSports and Gaming Summit (ESGS) got exactly what they came for in the premier gaming convention's first day: non-stop game demos and...
View Article'The Last Guardian' demo made a believer out of me
MANILA, Philippines – Ah, yes, The Last Guardian. Here's the most important thing you need to know: it's finally coming out on December 6, 2016 for the PS4.The release date, at this point, actually...
View ArticleWATCH: Gamer proposes to girlfriend at ESGS
MANILA, Philippines - "Will you be my Call of Duty and PlayStation partner forever?"It's a strange way to say "Will you marry me?" but for gamer Randolph Romero, it worked. His girlfriend of...
View ArticleJackal Assault pits you in VR dogfights in outer space
MANILA, Philippines – The beauty of virtual reality is that you get to experience your wildest fantasies without ever having to leave the comfort of your home. Soon, instead of the popular phrase...
View ArticleWinner of NBA 2K17 Philippines Finals gets crowned at ESGS
MANILA, Philippines – The official NBA 2K17 tournament has found its Philippine champ: Custer Galas.Galas defeated runner-up Anthony de Jesus in a best-of-3 finals series held on the main stage of the...
View ArticleKoji Igarashi on the challenges of developing a crowdfunded game
One of the highlights of ESGS was the arrival of Koji Igarashi, the beloved developer of the highly successful and influential classic Castlevania: Symphony of the Night as well as its predecessors....
View Article4 upcoming Filipino indie games you need to keep an eye on
MANILA, Philippines – The local gaming scene is growing fast and the eSports and Gaming Summit (ESGS), a premier gaming convention held at the SMX Convention Center from October 28 to 30, aimed to show...
View ArticleObama to hand digital keys to successor
WASHINGTON DC, USA – The White House announced plans Monday, October 31, for the transfer of power, online power that is – in the form of Twitter and other social media accounts with millions of...
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