Friday, April 25, 2025

Tech Pros Rave: Vivo V50 Lite Hits 50% in Just 20 Mins

In today’s fast-paced world, a phone that can’t keep up is simply not an option. Enter the Vivo V50 Lite, the latest innovation that’s proving its worth with lightning-fast charging and a battery that lasts all day. Recently, tech experts put the Vivo V50 Lite to the test, and the results were nothing short of impressive. Thanks to its 90W FlashCharge technology, the device powered up to 50% in just 20 minutes—proving it’s built for those always on the move.

Power Up During a Quick Break

Imagine stepping away for a quick lunch or coffee break, only to come back and find your phone ready for action. That’s the magic of the Vivo V50 Lite’s 90W FlashCharge. Equipped with a 6500mAh BlueVolt battery, this device ensures long-lasting power with minimal downtime. During real-world tests conducted by tech bloggers and experts, the phone consistently charged from 30% to 50% in just 15 to 23 minutes. One test even showed the V50 Lite charging from 0 to 100% in under an hour! Whether you’re gearing up for the day or in between meetings, this device ensures you stay connected.

A Power Source in Your Pocket

But the V50 Lite doesn’t just stop at fast charging. It doubles as a mini power bank with reverse charging technology. Need to top up your earbuds, smartwatch, or even a friend’s phone in a pinch? Simply connect via Type-C cable, and the V50 Lite shares its power effortlessly. It’s the ultimate on-the-go charging solution, making sure you’re never caught without juice.

Watch the charging test in action here.

All This Power, at a Price You’ll Love

Beyond the powerhouse battery and charging speed, the Vivo V50 Lite shines with sleek design, vibrant display, and smart performance optimization—all for a price that won’t break the bank. Starting at just Php 13,999 for the 4G variant, it offers premium features at an accessible cost.

Experience power that lasts and charging speed that surprises. Get your Vivo V50 Lite today at Vivo authorized retailers nationwide or online through the Vivo e-store, Shopee, or Lazada.

COLORFUL Launches First AMD X870 Motherboard: The CVN X870 ARK FROZEN for Ryzen 9000 Series

Shenzhen, China – COLORFUL Technology Company Limited, a leading name in gaming PC components and HiFi audio products, proudly unveils its latest innovation: the CVN X870 ARK FROZEN motherboard, designed exclusively for the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series processors. This marks COLORFUL’s first foray into the AMD X870 motherboard space, blending performance and aesthetics in a military-inspired package.

The CVN X870 ARK FROZEN pays tribute to aircraft carrier designs, featuring frost gray heatsinks and a titanium gray PCB—COLORFUL’s first AM5 motherboard to showcase this sleek palette. Bright orange accents give the board a bold and sophisticated look, while the M.2 heatsinks mimic aircraft carrier runways, reinforcing its high-performance identity.

Built for Gamers and Creators

The CVN X870 ARK FROZEN delivers exceptional power with its 14+2+1 power phase design, ensuring maximum performance for demanding processors like the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D. With esports-grade 5G LAN and Wi-Fi 7 networking, users can expect ultra-fast connectivity and minimal latency. The motherboard also supports 6400MHz C28 DDR5 memory for blistering speed and stability.

COLORFUL enhances user experience with a newly updated BIOS featuring X3D Game Mode, which optimizes settings for competitive gamers to stay ahead of the curve. Additionally, the CVN Pullout Switch allows easy removal of graphics cards, preventing PCB damage and streamlining the installation process.

Cutting-Edge Specifications

  • CPU Support: AMD AM5 socket for Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 series

  • Memory: Up to 192GB DDR5, with speeds reaching 8200MHz (OC)

  • Expansion Slots: 1x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1x PCIe 4.0 x4, 1x PCIe 3.0 x1

  • Storage: 4x SATA3.0, 3x M.2 slots (two PCIe 5.0 x4, one PCIe 4.0 x4)

  • Networking: RTL8126-CG 5G LAN + Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4

  • Audio: 7.1-Channel High-Definition audio CODEC

The CVN X870 ARK FROZEN comes in an ATX form factor, combining cutting-edge technology with COLORFUL’s signature design language.

For more details on pricing and availability, please contact your local COLORFUL representative or visit the product page here.

COLORFUL Launches iGame GeForce RTX™ 5060 Series Graphics Cards with NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture

Shenzhen, China – COLORFUL Technology Company Limited, a renowned brand in gaming PC components, gaming laptops, and HiFi audio products, has officially unveiled the iGame GeForce RTX™ 5060 Series graphics cards. The lineup includes the RTX™ 5060 Ti (available in 16GB and 8GB) and the RTX™ 5060 (8GB) models, offering a wide range of choices for gamers, creators, and PC enthusiasts.

Powered by NVIDIA’s latest Blackwell architecture, the RTX™ 50 Series GPUs deliver next-generation AI capabilities and advanced graphical performance. With DLSS 4 technology, users can expect unparalleled image generation speed and enhanced creativity through NVIDIA Studio. The cards also provide access to NVIDIA NIM microservices, empowering developers and enthusiasts to build AI-driven tools and workflows with peak performance.

COLORFUL introduces several distinct models within the RTX™ 5060 lineup, including the Advanced Series, Ultra W Series, Ultra W DUO Series, NB EX Series, and NB DUO Series. These models cater to various build preferences, from high-performance full-sized gaming rigs to small-form-factor PC (SFFPC) and HTPC builds. The Ultra W DUO and NB DUO models, for instance, feature a compact dual-fan design ideal for space-saving systems.

The Advanced Series showcases COLORFUL's innovative Infinite Mobius Strip design, featuring a Gravity Rim with translucent matte cooling armor and metallic red fan frames. With triple-fan cooling and hollow-backboard designs, these GPUs enhance heat dissipation while offering ARGB lighting customizable via the iGame Center app.

Meanwhile, the Ultra W Series adds a vibrant Hip-Hop art style with Graffiti RGB lighting, blending performance and aesthetic appeal. Designed for gamers with a flair for creativity, these models also feature One-Key Overclocking and ULTRA Cooling for optimal performance.

For those seeking compact solutions, the NB EX and NB DUO Series bring performance in a streamlined form. These models include triple-fan and dual-fan options, accented by RGB-lit Battle Ax branding, enhancing both style and functionality.

With a variety of configurations and distinctive designs, COLORFUL's RTX™ 5060 Series ensures there’s something for every gamer and creator. Pricing and availability details can be obtained through local COLORFUL Technology representatives.

Get Ready for the Pet Funland Fun Run 2025: A Day of Paws, Fitness, and Fun!

Mark your calendars for May 25, 2025, as Triumph Collective brings you the much-anticipated Pet Funland Fun Run 2025 at Alabang Town Center – Ayala Malls. This paw-some event is all about celebrating the unbreakable bond between pets and their humans, combining fitness, fun, and community in one unforgettable day!

Timed perfectly in line with National Pet Day, the Fun Run aims to promote health, wellness, and animal welfare. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just looking for a fun day out with your furry friend, this event is for everyone. A portion of the proceeds will go toward supporting local animal shelters, ensuring that the love spreads beyond the race track.

Participants can choose from four distances to match their fitness levels and furry companions' stamina:

  • 1KM – P900

  • 3KM – P1,000

  • 5KM – P1,200

  • 10KM – P1,300

Each registration includes awesome goodies for both hoomans and their pets: a T-shirt, Dogbib, Racebib, Doggie Medal, Hooman Medal, and a loot bag filled with surprises!

The Pet Funland Fun Run 2025 officially kicked off its campaign with a press conference last April 24, 2025, held at Player's Kitchen & Bar at Alabang Town Center. The event gathered an enthusiastic crowd of pet lovers, running clubs, and media representatives, all excited to witness this unique fusion of fitness and fur-friends.

Ready to join the fun? Registration is open online via https://myruntime.com/register/pet-funland-fun-run-2025. Don’t miss out on this tail-wagging event!

For more details, reach out to:
Nikka Ramos Baun
📞 0918-8133333
📧 triumphcollectiveph@gmail.com

Lace up, leash up, and prepare for a day of movement, joy, and connection at the Pet Funland Fun Run 2025—because life is better with paws and running shoes!

Mercato Centrale, College of Saint Benilde Launch Micro-Certification Program to Upskill MSMEs in Food Sector

Manila, Philippines – Mercato Centrale Group, the country’s premier food and lifestyle market, has partnered with De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) to roll out micro-certification courses aimed at strengthening micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the food industry.

The program will offer short courses covering food business management, marketing strategies, financial literacy, and culinary innovation. Developed through the collaboration of Mercato Centrale’s entrepreneurship platform and CSB’s School of Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management (SHRIM), the courses aim to equip aspiring and existing food entrepreneurs with the tools to build sustainable, growth-oriented businesses. The program is expected to launch in the coming months and will be open to home-based food vendors, market stall owners, and individuals entering the food industry.

The partnership was formalized through a memorandum of understanding signed on March 26, 2025, at the Vatel Restaurant on the CSB campus. RJ Ledesma and Vanessa Ledesma of Mercato Centrale, DLS-CSB Chancellor Benhur Ong, SHRIM Dean Marie Paz Castro, and Vice Chancellor for Academics Angelo Marco Lacson attended the ceremony.

“Almost 99.5% of businesses in the Philippines are MSMEs, and a large number of them are in the food industry,” said RJ Ledesma, co-founder of Mercato Centrale. “Our mission has always been to champion local food entrepreneurs by providing them with the right platform and support. Through this partnership with CSB, we’re taking that commitment further by giving MSMEs access to quality education and training—tools that can help them sustain and grow their businesses. With what we’ve built at Mercato, we have a real opportunity to contribute to making these businesses more sustainable. This initiative also reflects our Lasallian mission of service.”

Under the agreement, the partnership will roll out a comprehensive set of academic and industry-focused initiatives. These include student internships across Benilde’s hospitality and entrepreneurship programs, providing students with hands-on experience in real-world business environments. Selected courses will be micro-credentialed to better align academic offerings with the operational needs of the food and hospitality sector. Faculty and associates from both institutions will also participate in immersion and exposure trips to gain deeper insights into industry practices.

To further enrich learning, Mercato Centrale and DLS-CSB will co-host data analytics workshops and seminars that draw from Mercato’s field experience—equipping students, faculty, and the broader public with a deeper understanding of market trends and consumer behavior. Students will also take part in project-based learning alongside Mercato, solving real-world entrepreneurial challenges. These will be supported by mentorship-led class enrichment programs that bridge academic theory with practical application.

The collaboration marks a strategic alliance between two institutions committed to empowering the next generation of Filipino food entrepreneurs through accessible, experience-driven education.

For updates on enrollment and course offerings, follow Mercato Centrale on Facebook and @mercatocentraleph on Instagram