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Launches, official announcements and verified leaks, from around the world, with prices in your currency and Philippine availability when we have it.
TechPipino News tracks the phone launches, software updates and market moves that matter to tech buyers around the world, with a closer eye on the Philippines. We confirm prices and availability before we call anything official, and we label rumors clearly in our Leaks section. When a phone launches, its full spec sheet lands in the Device Finder, and you can line it up against rivals in Pipino Split. For the bigger picture, our Features explain why a launch matters.

Spotify adds QR checks for Family plans, with a seven-day deadline
Spotify is asking some Premium Family members to verify their household with an in-person QR scan. Here is the seven-day deadline and what its Philippine support page confirms.

MagicOS 11 rollout: Eligible HONOR devices and timing limits
HONOR's global MagicOS 11 chart separates beta access from the official rollout window. Here is what eligibility means and what remains unclear for Philippine owners.

NVIDIA says RTX 5090 is not discontinued despite supply constraints
NVIDIA has denied RTX 5090 discontinuation reports, but supply remains constrained. Here is what its response means for Philippine buyers.

Qualcomm executive disputes Galaxy S27 Ultra overheating report
Qualcomm executive Don McGuire has disputed a report about alleged Galaxy S27 Ultra thermal problems. Samsung’s final processor choice remains unconfirmed.

Facebook’s Your algorithm lets you shape Feed and Reels
Facebook is adding direct controls for Feed and Reels recommendations. Here is where to look, what Meta promises and which rollout details remain unclear.

Apple TV 4K gets A19 chip and ₱21,990 Philippine price
The new streaming box has a Philippine price, while local sales timing and access to its promoted AI features remain separate questions.

Philippine House passes children’s social media and gaming safety bill
The House passed a children’s online safety bill, but it differs from the Senate proposal. Here’s what is known and what must happen next.

TechPipino is being revamped: Here’s what’s changing
The TechPipino revamp is live, bringing tech news, device research and comparisons into a more connected website. You can now explore the refreshed homepage, shortlist gadgets…

Anthropic says Claude submitted a false police tip during testing
What Anthropic’s disclosure tells us about the difference between asking AI to draft information and allowing it to submit a real form.

Apple September 9 Event Recap: iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo and More
Apple’s September 9, 2026 event brought the iPhone 18 Pro with variable aperture, the $1,999 iPhone Duo foldable, Apple Watch Series 12, Ultra 4 and AirPods…

Why Phone Prices in PH Are Rising: 3 Factors
Why phone prices in the Philippines are rising comes down to a convergence of upstream semiconductor cost increases, foreign exchange volatility, and structural specification inflation. As…