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Apple will allow Gemini and Claude to replace ChatGPT in Siri — report

Apple is planning to give iPhone users the freedom to pick which AI chatbot works with Siri. The change is expected to arrive with the iOS 27 update later this year. According to a report from Bloomberg , Apple will introduce a new system called “Extensions.” This feature will let users connect third-party chatbots downloaded from the App Store directly to Siri. That means instead of being stuck with just one option, people could choose to link services like Google’s Gemini or Anthropic’s Claude to handle their voice assistant requests. The way it works is expected to be similar to how Siri already works with OpenAI’s ChatGPT today. When a user asks a question that the chatbot is better suited to answer, Siri will be able to fetch a reply from whichever service the person has enabled. Bloomberg reports that the Extensions system will work across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It will also tie into a standalone app that Apple is reportedly developing for its more advanced version of Sir...
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UGREEN MagFlow Air Qi2 is a slim 10,000mAh powerbank with Qi2 support

UGREEN has introduced a new portable charger that tries to cut down on cable clutter. The UGREEN MagFlow Air Qi2 comes with its own built-in USB-C cord and snaps onto the back of a phone using magnets. The battery is fairly compact for its size. It measures 111mm wide and is just under 14mm thick, weighing a little over 200 grams. The outer casing has a matte finish designed to hide smudges. When used wirelessly, the UGREEN MagFlow Air Qi2 powerbank can charge at up to 15 watts thanks to the Qi2 magnetic connection. UGREEN says an iPhone can get to about a third of its battery in roughly half an hour using this method. A built-in braided cable is also here. It handles charging in both directions, meaning you can use it to power up a phone or tablet, or plug it in to recharge the power bank itself. It supports speeds up to 30 watts. Inside, the 10,000mAh battery uses an ATL cell. UGREEN estimates it can fully charge an iPhone Air about one and a half times, and a larger Pro Ma...
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Samsung devices now work with Apple’s AirDrop

For years, sharing files between Samsung and Apple devices has been a bit of a headache. But that’s about to change. Samsung has announced that its Quick Share feature will now work with Apple’s AirDrop. This means users on both sides can finally send photos and other files to each other without needing a third-party app. According to Samsung’s announcement , the new AirDrop support will launch first on the Galaxy 26 series. The company said additional devices will be added later, though it did not give a specific timeline for those. The feature started rolling out last week. It became available first in Korea and is now expanding to Asia, Europe, and America. If you have a Galaxy S26, you can start using it by checking for software updates. Once your phone is updated, you need to go to Settings, then Connected Devices, and then Quick Share. You will see a new option called “Share with Apple Devices.” Simply tap that button to turn it on. From there, sharing is straightforwa...
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vivo X300s: 200MP camera, Dimensity 9500 CPU, 7,100mAh battery

vivo’s latest flagship series also comes in an X300s model, a cheaper alternative that also has many high-end features that its bigger brothers have. The vivo X300s boasts a sharp 200-megapixel main camera, paired with a 50-megapixel telephoto lens, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide. Even the selfie camera uses a 50-megapixel sensor. It also supports vivo’s ZEISS G2 teleconverter lens that offers a 200mm focal equivalent. That kit comes with a dedicated case, mounting plate, and a wrist strap. Under the hood, we have a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 octa-core processor, with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage. On the front, we have a 6.78-inch OLED display with a high 144Hz refresh rate and 10-bit colors. Keeping the lights on is the 7,100mAh battery with support for both 90W wired and 40W wireless charging. The vivo X300s is now in China with a starting price of CNY4,999 (~Php43,900) for the 12GB/256GB base model, with the top-tier 16GB/1TB available for CNY6,99...
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vivo X300 Ultra: Dual 200MP cameras, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 CPU, 6,600mAh battery

The vivo X300 Ultra has been unveiled with many refinements from its already great predecessor, and is currently its best smartphone to date. As with most Ultra phones in the market, the vivo X300 Ultra has a beefed-up camera department with a chunky camera island that’s nearly as thick as the device itself. It holds the 200-megapixel 1/1.4-inch ISOCELL HP0 sensor from Samsung, which is also equipped with a 3-degree gimbal-like stabilization, which was awarded a CIPA 7.0 stabilization rating. Thats for the telephoto lens with an 85mm focal length. The main camera uses a large 1/1.12-inch 200-megapixel Lytia 901 sensor. It has a 35mm equivalent and has CIPA 6.5-rated stabilization. Finally, we have the 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, which also has OIS, and a 50-megapixel sensor for selfies. vivo has also prepared two teleconverter lenses for the telephoto camera. There’s the Cannon 400 that has 17.4x magnification, while the new Lipstick 200 is smaller with 8.7x zoom for a ...
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TCL A400M and A400 Pro TVs now available in the Philippines

TCL Philippines is celebrating 26 years in the country with a major sale and the launch of its new A400 Series televisions. The company, which is the top-selling panel TV brand in the Philippines, announced the “Excellent with QD Mini-LED” promo running from April 15 to May 15, 2026. The promotion is available at all authorized TCL dealers nationwide. The highlight of the event is the debut of the A400 Series, which was first showcased at CES 2026. The lineup features TCL’s Super Quantum Dot technology, designed to offer more accurate color control and enhanced localized backlighting compared to traditional RGB MiniLEDs. The TCL A400 TVs come with an ultra-thin body and a light walnut-textured frame. They also include an anti-reflection matte screen that creates a canvas effect, aimed at displaying digital art like a real oil painting. Several exclusive deals are part of the anniversary promotion. The new TCL A400M QD Mini-LED TV is available for Php32,995 , down from its or...
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Nubia Neo 5 launched in PH

Nubia Philippines has launched the Nubia Neo 5 in the country. The Nubia Neo 5 launches alongside its bigger brothers, the Neo 5 GT , and the Neo 5 Pro . This one is powered by a UNISOC T9300 processor, with 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. It comes with a 6,050mAh battery with 45W fast charging, Android 16-based MyOS interface, and a big 6.8-inch IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate. For the cameras, we got a 16-megapixel shooter for selfies and a 50-megapixel and 2-megapixel for the main and depth sensors. The Nubia Neo 5 is now in the Philippines for Php11,999 . Nubia Neo 5 Specs Android 16, MyOS Dual SIM, Dual Standby 6.8-inch display 120Hz refresh rate 2.4GHz UNISOC T9300 octa-core processor 8GB RAM Mali-G57 MC2 GPU 128GB internal storage 16-megapixel front camera 50-megapixel + 2-megapixel (depth sensor) rear cameras, LED flash IP64 dust and splash resistant 550Hz shoulder triggers HSPA+, 4G LTE, 5G WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band Blueto...
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