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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.

Google to Enforce 24-Hour Wait for Android App Sideloading Starting August
Google is fundamentally changing how users install apps from outside the Play Store. Starting in August 2026, Android will introduce a mandatory 24-hour waiting period for…

Xiaomi 12 Series Reaches End of Life as Software Support Officially Ends
Xiaomi has officially updated its End of Support (EOS) list, marking a significant transition for one of its most successful flagship lineups. The Xiaomi 12 series,…
POCO X8 Pro Max launched in PH: 8,500mAh battery and Dimensity 9500s
The POCO X8 Pro Max has officially arrived in the Philippines, setting a new benchmark for battery endurance in the high-performance smartphone segment. Headlining with a…

HyperOS 3.1 rollout timeline: When will your Xiaomi device get it?
The official Xiaomi HyperOS 3.1 rollout timeline is finally here, bringing the latest software update to a wide range of Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco devices starting…

Smartphone Prices Set to Climb in 2026 as Memory Costs Skyrocket
The global smartphone market is facing a significant pricing shift in 2026 as the cost of memory components reaches record highs. According to the latest data…

vivo X300s Launch Confirmed With 144Hz Display and 200MP Camera
The vivo X300s is officially confirmed to launch soon in China as a larger and significantly improved version of the standard vivo X300. Following weeks of…

Honor Power 2 Dominates AnTuTu Sub-Flagship February Ranks
The Honor Power 2 is officially the best performing sub-flagship smartphone for February 2026, according to the latest benchmark data released by AnTuTu. Based on results…

itel Zeno 100 Launches With Military-Grade Durability and Budget-Friendly Price
Overview itel has unveiled the itel Zeno 100, a new entry-level smartphone designed to deliver durability and essential features at an affordable price. The device targets…

MacBook Neo Launches With A18 Pro Chip and $599 Starting Price
Overview Apple has officially introduced the MacBook Neo, its first budget-oriented MacBook in more than a decade. Positioned below the MacBook Air in the company’s lineup,…

Infinix Note 60 Ultra Unveiled With Pininfarina Design, 200MP Camera and Massive 7,000mAh Battery
Overview Infinix has officially introduced its most ambitious smartphone yet — the Infinix Note 60 Ultra Design by Pininfarina. The device blends premium automotive-inspired aesthetics with…

iPhone 17e Debuts With A19 Chip and MagSafe Charging
Overview Apple Inc. has officially kicked off its latest product announcements with the launch of the iPhone 17e, the company’s newest entry-level iPhone for 2026. While…