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Time Medical launches Philippines’ first helium-free open MRI, expanding access to patient-friendly imaging

Chie ManaloFebruary 21, 2026February 21, 202607 mins

Global medical technology firm Time Medical has formally introduced the PICA Open MRI to the Philippines, marking the system’s first installation in the country and signaling a push toward more accessible, patient-centered diagnostic imaging. Magnetic resonance imaging has long been a cornerstone of modern medicine, enabling physicians to examine internal organs and detect brain disorders,…

LG unveils 2026 LG gram lineup with aerominum, redefining ultra-light laptops

Chie ManaloFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 202606 mins

LG Electronics is set to introduce its 2026 LG gram lineup at CES 2026, marking the next chapter in its decade-long push to redefine what ultra-portable laptops can be. The new generation centers on a breakthrough material called Aerominum, developed by LG to deliver a lighter yet more resilient chassis, while also bringing a refined…

HONOR X9d 5G raises bar for mid-range smartphones with rugged build and flagship-level camera

Chie ManaloFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 202604 mins

HONOR Philippines is kicking off the year with a statement device that challenges expectations in the mid-range segment. The HONOR X9d 5G blends reinforced durability, an industry-leading 8300mAh battery, and advanced AI-driven photography into a sleek, lightweight form—proving that power and polish can coexist in one smartphone. Now available for Php 18,999, the device continues…

Create the soundtrack of your life with Lyria 3 on Gemini

Chie ManaloFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 202604 mins

Every moment has a mood. A golden sunset in El Nido, a half-formed thought while inching through EDSA traffic, a quiet night spent scrolling and dreaming. Now, those moments can come with a soundtrack of their own. Google is rolling out Lyria 3, a generative music model built directly into Gemini, giving everyday experiences a…

LG turns the TV into living art with new Gallery TV and Gallery+ ecosystem

Chie ManaloFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 202604 mins

LG Electronics is pushing the boundaries of home entertainment and interior design with the introduction of its newest lifestyle screen, the LG Gallery TV, set to debut at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. Designed as a dedicated digital canvas, the new model strengthens LG’s vision of the television as both a centerpiece for entertainment and…

Meralco secures $2.8-million U.S. grant to accelerate nuclear energy roadmap

Chie ManaloFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 202604 mins

Manila Electric Company, through its power generation arm Meralco PowerGen Corporation, has taken a major step toward diversifying the country’s energy mix after securing a $2.8-million (about ₱162 million) grant from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency to advance studies on nuclear power deployment in the Philippines. The technical assistance will fund a comprehensive assessment…

AC Logistics, Globe deepen Ayala synergy with new MCX warehouse hub

Chie ManaloFebruary 17, 2026February 17, 202605 mins

AC Logistics and Globe have officially launched their partnership with the inauguration of the MCX Warehouse Facility in Muntinlupa City on February 16, 2026. [From left to right] AMove (an AC Logistics Company) Contract Logistics General Manager Angeline Papa, Globe Finance Business Advisory Head Walter Ricarte, Globe Chief Finance Officer and Chief Risk Officer Carlo…

LG unveils CLOiD home robot at CES 2026, bringing the Zero Labor Home closer to reality

Chie ManaloFebruary 17, 2026February 17, 202604 mins

SEOUL — LG Electronics is set to take a major step forward in home robotics with the global debut of LG CLOiD, its new home assistant robot, at CES 2026 in Las Vegas from January 6 to 9. Designed to take on a wide range of everyday household tasks, CLOiD reflects LG’s ambition to transform…

Meralco taps US tech muscle to fast-track smarter, more resilient power grid

Chie ManaloFebruary 16, 2026February 16, 202605 mins

As it accelerates its push toward a digitally driven power network, Manila Electric Company has deepened cooperation with American technology firms, positioning itself at the forefront of smart grid innovation in the region. The Manuel V. Pangilinan-led utility recently took part in the US-Philippines Smart Grid Technologies Reverse Trade Mission, a high-level exchange hosted by…

Cebu set for first direct Fujian link as China expands PH air access

Komfie ManaloFebruary 14, 2026February 14, 202604 mins

Beginning March 29, direct commercial flights will connect Fujian province in southeastern China to Cebu, marking the first-ever nonstop air route between the two destinations. The announcement was made by Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan during the launch of Chinatown Revitalization Phase II in Binondo, signaling a renewed push for tourism and business…