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Google to implement ’24-hour wait and verify’ rule when sideloading Android apps

In a post on the Android Developers Blog, Google said that it will soon impose a mandatory “24-hour wait and verify” when installing apps from unverified sources or developers. The goal is to help eliminate scams, phishing, and other possible online threats that Android users face. Sideloading apps from unverified developers will now require four steps, helping prevent anyone from installing potentially malicious apps on any Android phone. As seen above, the steps include: Confirm you’re not being coached. Restart your phone and reauthenticate. Come back after 24 hours. Enable the settings. Google said that this is a one-time process. Once you’ve completed the verification process, there’s no need to go through the waiting period, at least for an unspecified period of time. Users will also be granted sideloading privileges for 7 days. Google’s developer identity verification program will take effect starting in September. Unverified developers will have to share per...
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Mobile Legends developer Moonton sold to Savvy Games for USD6 billion

ByteDance, the company also behind TikTok, has agreed to sell Moonton to Saudi Arabia’s Savvy Games Group for USD6 billion (~Php360 billion). Moonton is behind many popular mobile games, more predominantly Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, which has been downloaded 1.5 billion times. ByteDance has reportedly been trying to exit the gaming market and has been trying to sell Moonton since 2023. The company intends to shift its focus to developing its AI and make it more competitive. Meanwhile, Savvy Games, owned by the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund, is on the hunt to expand its gaming portfolio. One of its subsidiaries, Scopely, was behind the acquisition of Niantic (Pokémon Go) for USD3.5 billion (~Php210 billion). They are also among the investors who helped purchase Electronic Arts for USD55 billion (~Php3.3 trillion). The PIF also owns 7.5 percent of Nintendo. Savvy Games’ acquisition of Moonton should be finalized in the “near future.” Via: Bloomberg This article, Mobile Leg...
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Honda EM1 e: electric scooter gets a massive price cut in PH

With surging gas prices, Honda Philippines has imposed a massive price cut to one of its electric scooters, the Honda EM1 e:. The company announced that the Honda EM1 e: , its electric scooter that came out in September 2024, is now available for only Php99,990. That’s exactly Php55,500 cheaper from its launch price of Php155,400 about 2 years ago. Honda Philippines highlighted how you can charge for less than Php20 and already ride up to 40km. That already comes with a Honda Mobile Power Pack e battery and Honda Power Pack Charger e:. You can purchase an extra battery for Php42,500 and, if for some reason, you want to purchase a charger again, you can do so for Php18,000. For the specs, the EM1 e: is essentially an equivalent of 50cc motorcycles, with the removable battery providing 48km of maximum range. The charger works with 220V sockets with a full charge taking about six hours. It uses an in-wheel 3-phase motor, a max horsepower of 1.71kW at 540rpm, 90Nm @ 25rpm of t...
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Globe lands in top 10 of strongest telecom brands worldwide — report

Filipino telecommunications companies are earning recognition on the world stage, with three brands now sitting among the top 100 strongest globally. A recent report from Brand Finance , a brand valuation firm, showed that Globe, Smart, and PLDT all made significant improvements in the latest rankings. The findings point to steady growth in the country’s digital services sector. Globe was the top performer among Philippine firms. It landed in 10th place worldwide and received a high rating for brand strength. The company also reported a 5 percent increase in brand value, hitting $1.4 billion. Growth in its fiber broadband service helped drive these results, with subscriber numbers going up by 35 percent. Smart made the biggest jump among local players. It moved up 22 spots to take 31st place. PLDT also stayed in the top 100 and saw its brand value rise to $1 billion, thanks to stronger earnings from its data and broadband services. Converge ICT also made it back into the gl...
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inDrive gives Php2.7 million in fuel vouchers to drivers to help in rising gas prices

Ride-hailing company inDrive has announced it is rolling out Php2.7 million worth of fuel vouchers for its drivers. The move is meant to help them deal with rising fuel prices, which have been driven higher by the conflict in the Middle East. The company said in a statement that the goal is to ease the financial pressure caused by increasing fuel costs. It added that the assistance will help drivers continue working without having to take a hit to their income or pass extra costs on to their passengers. The vouchers come on top of the Php5,000 fuel subsidy that the government has already set aside for transport workers, which includes transport network vehicle service drivers. How Grab’s surge pricing system really works inDrive also said it is continuing its partnership with SeaOil. That partnership gives drivers access to fuel discounts at a time when pump prices have been going up by double digits every week. On top of the vouchers and fuel discounts, the company introdu...
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Pinoy-made e-tranvia now offers free rides around Intramuros

A new kind of ride is now rolling through the historic streets of Intramuros in Manila. It looks like a tram from the old days, but it runs on pure electricity and was built entirely by Filipinos. The vehicle called the e-tranvia was shown to the public on March 19. It can carry 18 passengers and moves at low speeds, making it perfect for sightseeing inside the Walled City. Several groups worked together to make this happen. The Department of Science and Technology teamed up with its regional office in Metro Manila and its research institute in Bicutan. They also got help from the University of the Philippines Diliman and Cagayan State University. The body of the vehicle uses a special material made from abaca fiber. This was developed by DOST researchers. The electrical parts including the batteries and motor came from the UP Diliman team. Cagayan State University handled the design and put together the frame and suspension. MetroFuel Tracker shows a map of gas stations wit...
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NVIDIA announces DLSS 5, gamers say it ruins original art styles

NVIDIA showed off its latest graphics technology at the GTC 2026 conference. The company introduced DLSS 5 , a new version of its popular tool that helps games look better and run faster. But the reaction from players has been mostly negative. Many people who saw the demo footage said the new feature makes characters look strange and unnatural. The new DLSS 5 system works differently than before. Older versions of DLSS helped games by sharpening images or creating extra frames to make movement smoother. DLSS 5 goes a step further. It uses artificial intelligence to change how things look while you play. The AI looks at things like lighting and movement, then draws new versions of characters and objects on top of the original game. It can handle fine details like hair and skin at 4K quality. NVIDIA’s leader Jensen Huang had big praise for the new tool. He said it marks a major shift for game graphics, mixing traditional work from artists with AI to create more realistic scenes. The...
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