Elevate Your Game with HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro: Luxury Craftsmanship Meets Pro-Level Golf Intelligence, Now Available for PHP 17,999

Manila, Philippines — HUAWEI, the No. 1 global smart wearable brand according to the 2025 IDC Reports, and HONMA Golf, Japan’s prestigious golf house renowned for its unrivaled craftsmanship, officially launched the HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro Premium Gift Box. Bringing together advanced smart technology and decades of Japanese golf expertise, this limited-edition watch delivers professional golf management on your wrist. It transforms the way golfers play, track, and enjoy every round.

Upgrade Your Game with Intelligent Golf Features

Every golfer knows that a round is more than just swings—it’s about practice, precision, and timing. With the HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro on your wrist, you gain access to professional-grade golf intelligence designed to help you play smarter and more confidently from tee-off to the final putt.

As you step onto the course, its 17,0000+ zoomable 3D course maps worldwide and 100+ in the Philippines allow you to visualize fairways, hazards, and landing zones in advance, helping you plan each hole with confidence even on courses you’ve never played before. Instead of guessing your approach, you can manage risk better, commit to your shot, and focus fully on execution.

When it’s time to read the green, Green Slope Direction gives you clearer insight into how your putt will break, allowing you to trust your line and pace when it matters most. With Play-Like Distance that factors in elevation changes and wind conditions, the yardage you see reflects real playing conditions, so you’re choosing clubs based on real-time data.

Throughout your round, AI Caddie works quietly in the background, analyzing your swing history, performance trends, and course layout to offer smarter recommendations tailored to how you play. Meanwhile, Shot Distance Tracking and digital scorecards automatically capture every swing and score, helping you understand your strengths, identify areas for improvement, and track progress round after round.

After the game, your performance lives beyond the course. Through Ball Trajectory Sharing in the HUAWEI Health app, you can relive your best shots, review key moments, and share highlights with your golf group. This helps you turn every round into a data-driven experience that fuels improvement.

In addition, the HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro delivers a comprehensive set of on-course tools designed to guide every shot, including:

• Greens View
• Fairway View
• Fairway Panoramic View
• Front / Middle / Rear Green Distance
• Obstacle View Ranging
• View Obstacle Zone/Target
• Free Point Ranging
• Wind Speed/Wind Direction
• Electronic Scorecard
• Half-Court Scoring
• Switch Court function
• Play-Like Distance

Whether you’re navigating a tight fairway, dialing in your putting, or exploring a new course, the HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro turns every game into a data-driven experience, giving you clarity, confidence, and control.

Choose Between HONMA-Exclusive Watch Dial Luxury Designs

Every detail of the HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro reflects premium Japanese craftsmanship combined with thoughtful wearable technology. Its default HONMA Elemental Dial features the Traditional Japanese Pine Leaf Pattern paired with the iconic putter-shaped second hand. You also have another HONMA-exclusive option: the BERES 7S dial in vibrant blue with Mt. Fuji, honoring traditional Japanese artistry.

The HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro’s aerospace-grade titanium case, sapphire crystal glass, and HONMA-engraved gold buckle reinforce its luxurious yet durable build. Set in a black-and-gold color scheme, it balances elegance with sporty utility, making it just as at home in a formal meeting as on the fairway. The 1.47-inch AMOLED display, with 3,000 nits peak brightness, ensures that every readout from yardage to notifications is crisp and easy to see even under the brightest sunlight.

Whether you’re teeing off at dawn, heading straight to a business meeting, or enjoying a weekend adventure, the HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro matches style to your schedule and lifestyle.

Navigate and Perform Like a Pro

Beyond the fairway, the HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro elevates every outdoor adventure with its upgraded Positioning System and pro-level sports capabilities. With 99% accuracy compared to professional aviation tools, the Sunflower System uses dual-band satellite support to track your precise 3D position and prevent signal loss.

This navigation accuracy is complemented by over 100 sports modes, including pro-level activities for cycling, running, and freediving support for up to 40 meters with depth and duration tracking. This ensures every move is tracked, measured, and optimized, so you can focus on the experience while it handles the metrics.

Stay Healthy and Connected, On-and-Off the Course

The HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro keeps you in peak condition while simplifying your everyday life. It delivers faster, more reliable, and more holistic health insights than ever before. With ECG and professional-grade CE-certified pulse-wave arrhythmia analysis, you can monitor your heart in real time, whether you’re training on the course or managing a busy day in the office.

Sleep tracking goes beyond basic metrics by monitoring duration, stages, heart rate, HRV, breathing, and interruptions, providing actionable tips to help you wake up refreshed and focused. At the same time, the HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro tracks stress and emotional well-being, measuring your emotional state every 10 minutes. All your data is integrated into comprehensive HUAWEI Health app summaries to help you make smarter decisions about training, recovery, and daily routines.

With up to 21 days of battery life, the HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro keeps pace with your daily schedule without interruption. Go cashless with GCash Watch Pay and track your rides on the Angkas app directly from your wrist, perfect for seamless errands or quick trips to the golf club. Bluetooth calling, notifications, and music playback let you stay reachable and entertained while keeping your phone in your bag.

Thanks to universal compatibility with HUAWEI, Android, and iOS devices, every feature integrates smoothly into your lifestyle. The HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro ensures you’re always in control, empowered, and ready to perform at your best.

A Premium Gift Box for Golfers and Collectors

Completing the experience is the HONMA Premium Collection Gift Box, thoughtfully designed for gifting or adding to your personal collection. Inside, you’ll find the HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro, along with HONMA golf accessories, a commemorative golf ball, tee, divot tool, and special ball marker to get you ready for the course. These are all encased in a black-and-gold box inspired by HONMA’s signature pine leaf pattern.

From February 9 to March 11, the Premium Collection is available for PHP 17,999 (from PHP 19,999), including VIP watch faces (two-month value: PHP 578), HUAWEI Health+ membership (3-month value: PHP 387), and trade-in to get PHP 2,000 worth of tokens at HUAWEI Experience Stores or automatically obtain a PHP 1,000 online voucher, with a total perceived value of up to PHP 7,564. It’s a powerful way to combine performance, style, and gifting excellence.

To make owning this premium collaboration even more accessible, the HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro is available with easy payment options. Golfers and collectors can enjoy Home Credit plans starting as low as PHP 700 per month for 18 months at 0% interest with a 30% downpayment. As well as credit card installments starting at PHP 750 per month for up to 24 months at 0% interest, allowing you to elevate your game with financially flexible payments.

The HONMA x HUAWEI collaboration proves that HUAWEI creates reliable, cutting-edge technology and partners with industry disruptors like HONMA to deliver better, more elevated products for consumers. Blending heritage, precision, and premium craftsmanship into one exceptional golf companion.

To learn more about HONMA x HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Pro collaboration, visit HUAWEI’s official website or social media accounts (Facebook | Instagram).

Beyond The Rhythm: How Coca-Cola Reimagined the Dinagyang Experience through Flavor, Music, and Community

Nearly two weeks after the last drumbeats faded, the energy of Dinagyang 2026 is still being felt across Iloilo. For Coca-Cola Philippines, this year was more than a festival appearance; it was a celebration of a deep-rooted connection with the province that dates back to the late 1940s.

By focusing on community and culture, Coca-Cola acted as a true local partner embedded in the streets, celebrating the Ilonggo spirit it has served for nearly 80 years.

A Legacy of ‘Lasang Lokal’

At the heart of Dinagyang is the food. The Coca-Cola Food Fest at Delgado Street and Megaworld Mandurriao turned street-side dining into a cultural highlight. By pairing ice-cold Coca-Cola™ with local favorites, the brand celebrated the ‘Lasang Lokal’ (local taste) that defines the city’s famous food scene.

Bold local flavors across Iloilo’s streets lead festivalgoers to reach for an ice-cold Coke, completing every delicious food find at the festival. Photo credit: Maiko Bryan Diesto (Drinking Nose on Facebook)

This connection is long-standing. Since the company established its Iloilo operations in the 1940s, Coca-Cola has been a staple at family mealtimes and in the sari-sari stores found in every corner of the community.

A Stage for Local Pride

Since the Dinagyang Festival officially began in 1968, Coca-Cola has been an active participant in this 50-year-old tradition. This year, Coke Studio™ honored this shared history by spotlighting homegrown talent. Iloilo’s very own Mary Anjolie and Your X Boyfriends shared the stage with popular national acts like Ena Mori and Over October – a high-energy celebration of Filipino music, and a quiet nod to the Ilonggo soul.

Fun Live Experiences for the Next Generation

To match the festival’s high energy, Coca-Cola created interactive spaces for Gen Zs, the country’s new culture creators.

A Cleaner Way to Celebrate

True partnership means taking a fair share in keeping communities clean. Through the Coca-Cola Tapon to Ipon program – a nationwide collection initiative for PET bottles – Coca-Cola set up collection points across Iloilo City to ensure recyclable plastic (PET) bottles were recovered instead of becoming litter.

Festivalgoers were encouraged to exchange empty plastic bottles for Coca-Cola products. The goal is to divert these collected PET bottles to PETValue Philippines*, the country’s first food-grade bottle-to-bottle recycling facility. PETValue then turns post-consumer PET bottles into new food-grade recycled PET (rPET) packaging. The initiative proves that Filipinos can – and should – enjoy grand traditions while actively participating in keeping their communities clean.

Rooted Locally

“Dinagyang is all about people coming together, and that’s what makes it special,” said Frenissa Lagman, Frontline Sr. Marketing Director of Coca-Cola Philippines.

“Our history with Iloilo goes back to the late 1940s. Being part of the local celebrations for over 50 years means adding real value to the experience, whether through music, food, or supporting the community’s goals of keeping festivals clean.”

As Iloilo returns to its daily routine, the presence of Coca-Cola at Dinagyang 2026 stands as a reminder that brands can be more than just a name on a sign – it can be a local partner and a meaningful part of the city’s story.

To learn the latest about Coca-Cola Philippines, follow the official pages on Facebook and Instagram or visit www.coca-cola.com.

Globe Redefines Quality of Connectivity via Consistent Service and Daily Network Reliability

In an increasingly digital-first nation, Globe is shifting the connectivity conversation from peak speeds to the true measure of quality: Quality of Experience (QoE) and Quality of Service (QoS). Following a landmark year of investments in infrastructure in 2025, Globe continues to refine its network beyond pure functional connectivity to one that’s empowering through jobs and livelihood, education and financial services, requiring reliable, always-on services, and inclusive access.

While "speed" often dominates headlines, Globe has focused its network strategy on consistency, the ability to deliver stable, high-quality connections during the moments that matter most. This commitment was recently validated on the global stage when Globe received major accolades at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 for network consistency, based on real-world data from user-initiated tests.

Globe has maintained its leadership in network consistency for nine consecutive quarters with Ookla, reflecting a disciplined investment in "everyday reliability." This focus is personal for the brand, ensuring that whether a student is in a virtual classroom or a small business that’s processing a digital payment, the connection holds.

This recognition also places Globe among the top selected Mobile and Fixed Operators in Southeast Asia to achieve national-level consistency awards across both fixed broadband and mobile networks.

“What matters is how consistently our customers stay connected in their daily lives, even if they are at work, at home, and on the move. Our focus remains on building a network that is resilient and designed around real experiences,” said Carl Cruz, Globe President and CEO.

Bridging the 4% Gap: From Terrestrial to Space

Globe’s pursuit of quality extends to the most remote corners of the archipelago. In 2025, the company successfully reached 100 more Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs), pushing its national coverage to approximately 96%. To address the remaining 4%, Globe recently finalized a historic partnership with Starlink to deploy Direct-to-Cell (DTC) technology.

A first in Southeast Asia, this allows standard LTE mobile phones to connect directly to satellites, acting as "cell towers in space." This ensures that even in "dead zones" or during natural disasters, when land-based towers might be compromised, essential communication remains active.

Speaking at the DICT Kapihan Session on January 21, 2026, DICT Secretary Henry Aguda lauded these advancements:

"The entry of new technologies like direct-to-cell service is a game-changer for our digital economy. It ensures that no Filipino is left offline, regardless of their location. This is the kind of meaningful connectivity that spurs growth in the countryside and brings government services closer to every citizen."

A Future Built on Reliability and Trust

Globe saw mobile data traffic grow to over 3,100 petabytes, a testament to the heavy reliance Filipinos place on the network. To support this, Globe has deployed AI-ready, all-optical network infrastructure to improve energy efficiency while maintaining service quality.

By moving beyond the "speed" race and focusing on the quality of experience and service, Globe is ensuring that its use of advanced technology supports real-life needs that is sustainable, dependable connectivity for every Filipino.

For more information about Globe, visit www.globe.com.ph.

Vivo X300 Series Introduces Origin Island to Redefine Smartphone Multitasking

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Vivo X300 Series is raising the bar for smartphone productivity with the introduction of Origin Island, a new system-level feature designed to streamline multitasking and reduce the number of steps required to complete everyday mobile tasks. Built to address common workflow interruptions, Origin Island acts as an intelligent interaction layer that helps users move, copy, and act on information more efficiently across apps.

Drag and Go Simplifies Cross-App Sharing

One of Origin Island’s standout features is Drag and Go, which enables seamless content transfer between applications using a simple long-press and drag motion. Instead of switching back and forth between apps, users can directly pull content and drop it into their target app.

This function supports real-time sharing of emails, documents, images, music, and meeting materials, making it especially useful for professionals juggling multiple tasks. For instance, a user can drag a photo straight into a messaging or social media app without navigating through multiple menus. Likewise, text from a webpage can be dragged directly into a Notes app for quick reference. By eliminating repetitive steps, Drag and Go helps users stay focused and productive.

Copy and Go Turns Copied Content Into Instant Actions

Another powerful tool within Origin Island is Copy and Go, which transforms copied data into actionable shortcuts. When users copy details such as phone numbers, URLs, or meeting links, the system instantly recognizes the content and displays relevant action options.

These may include Call, Message, Add Contact, Add to Calendar, or Open Webpage—without requiring users to manually open another app. Origin Island integrates smoothly with core services like Google Meet, the Vivo dialer, and web browsers. For example, copying a phone number immediately prompts a one-tap call option, while copying a meeting link allows users to jump directly into a video conference.

Designed for Everyday Efficiency

With features like Drag and Go and Copy and Go, Origin Island is designed to reduce friction in daily smartphone use. By minimizing app switching and manual input, the Vivo X300 Series positions itself as a productivity-focused device suited for both professional and personal tasks.

Origin Island reflects Vivo’s commitment to user-centered innovation, emphasizing speed, simplicity, and smarter digital interactions. Priced starting at Php 67,999, the Vivo X300 Series is available at Vivo concept stores nationwide and through online channels, offering a powerful new option for users seeking a more efficient smartphone experience.

Schneider Electric Cavite Smart Factory: First Luzon Government Ecozone Site on 100% Renewable Energy

CAVITE, PHILIPPINES – Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, recently switched its Smart Factory in Rosario, Cavite, to 100% renewable energy, setting a new benchmark for industrial sustainability in the Philippines.

The Cavite Smart Factory is the first manufacturing site within a government-operated economic zone in Luzon to fully transition to renewable energy, and the first Schneider Electric factory in East Asia to operate entirely on clean power. The switch, completed on December 26, 2025, capped Schneider Electric’s 30th year in the Philippines and was formally marked during the company’s 190th global foundation year on January 14, 2026.

The milestone was achieved through collaboration with partners including the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), Cavite Economic Zone (CEZ), Meralco Ecozone Power (MEP), Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP), and ACEN Renewable Energy Solutions (ACEN RES), underscoring the role of cross-sector partnerships in accelerating the country’s energy transition.

“By moving our Cavite Smart Factory to 100% renewable energy, we are demonstrating that sustainability and industrial competitiveness can go hand in hand,” said Antonio Cheng, Jr., Cavite Cluster Plant Director. “This facility shows what can be achieved when innovation and collaboration come together, and we hope it serves as a model for more Philippine manufacturers to follow.”

The transition to 100% renewable energy was made possible through the Green Energy Option Program (GEOP), which allows eligible customers to choose renewable power suppliers. With the program relying on multiple stakeholders, ACEN, PEZA, CEZ, and MEP emphasized that partnerships between companies and institutions are critical to accelerating the country’s energy transition. “We commend Schneider Electric for collaborating with partners and embracing innovations that align with our shared vision of a more sustainable and inclusive energy future,” said Arjon Valencia, Corporate Planning and Communications Manager of IEMOP, the central registration body for the GEOP.

The move is also part of Schneider Electric’s broader effort to decarbonize its operations and value chain in line with its net-zero targets. Since 2018, the company has helped customers save and avoid 729 million tonnes of CO₂, reduced emissions across its top 1,000 suppliers by 53% since 2020, and expanded access to green electricity to more than 60 million people since 2009. Over the same period, Schneider Electric has trained more than 1 million people in energy management, underpinning the company’s long-running sustainability program and contribution to its repeated global recognitions–including from TIME Magazine and Statista, and from Corporate Knights, as the World’s Most Sustainable Company, in 2025.

With over 1,300 employees, the Cavite Smart Factory now serves as a strategic hub within Schneider Electric’s East Asia supply chain network. Established in 1996 and integrated into Schneider Electric in 2007 through the acquisition of American Power Conversion (APC), the site supports global markets across North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa through the production of secure power and industrial automation solutions.

“We will continue to provide solutions that help industries reduce carbon emissions while maintaining efficiency and resilience in the way we operate,” shared Antonio Cheng, Jr., Cavite Cluster Plant Director of Schneider Electric Philippines

The Cavite Smart Factory’s switch positions Schneider Electric as a leader in clean energy adoption, showing how innovation turns sustainability commitments into real-world impact.