A Smarter, Sleeker, Brighter Year with the New Galaxy Tab A11+

Samsung brings a smarter screen to life’s everyday moments, whether exploring new ideas, learning side by side, or playing together at home. Following the Galaxy Tab A11 introduced last year, the all-new Galaxy Tab A11+ WiFi | 5G steps into the new year with smarter performance. This immersive new Galaxy Tab delivers premium entertainment, intuitive AI-powered tools, and seamless Galaxy Tab ecosystem integration, creating a safe and inspiring space for learning, creativity, and shared family moments.

 

Every day made smarter

From busy mornings to relaxing evenings, the Galaxy Tab A11+ is built to keep up with the rhythm of family life. Enjoy everything on a large 11-inch display with a high 90Hz refresh rate, perfect for multitasking, streaming, gaming, or content creation. Powered by the boosted CPU and GPU of the Octa-Core processor, the Galaxy Tab’s optimized performance delivers smooth, interruption-free usage no matter the task.

 

Learning gets smarter with Solve Math in Samsung Notes. From homework to creative projects, the Galaxy Tab A11+ turns study time into an engaging, confidence-boosting experience that supports curiosity at every stage. The Galaxy Tab A11+ also introduces Google Gemini Live. Simply long-press the side button to share their screen or camera view and get real-time assistance through natural, free-flowing conversations.

 

Power, storage, and sound that keep up with every family member

The Galaxy Tab A11+ is more than a learning tool for kids; it is a dependable companion for parents, teens, and young adults alike. From juggling emails and video calls to online shopping or organizing family calendar, its long-lasting 7,040mAh battery keeps you going, and 25W Super Fast Charging gets you back in action in no time.

 

You can stay effortlessly connected with crisp video calls on the 5MP front camera, capture everyday moments with ease, and dive into immersive entertainment with Dolby Quad Speakers or plug in your favorite headphones via the 3.5mm jack. With 6GB RAM and 128GB storage (expandable up to 2TB via microSD), multitasking is smooth and efficient. Everything you need, all in one sleek, reliable package.

 

Kickstart the year with exclusive discounts and premium perks!

Available in Gray, the Galaxy Tab A11+ starts at ₱14,990 for the Wi-Fi variant and ₱17,990 for the 5G variant. Celebrate 2026 with a FREE 128GB Memory Card and even get a chance to grab a FREE 25W Travel Adaptor during Live selling on Samsung’s flagship stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok. Make it even more versatile with a Book Cover for only ₱850 (₱1,940 OFF), while you can also grab the Galaxy Tab A11 with a Book Cover now at ₱600 (₱1,390 OFF) until March 31, 2026.

 

For more info, visit Samsung Philippines Newsroom or Samsung.com.

 

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MIRA: Where the Next Chapter of Family Life Begins

For many young couples, the idea of home begins long before they start a family. It takes shape in quiet conversations about the future, in dreams of a space that feels safe, nurturing, and entirely their own. In the lively, ever-connected district of Cubao, Quezon City, MIRA by RLC Residences continues to take shape with this life stage in mind. It offers a warm and thoughtful environment for couples preparing for their next chapter — one built around comfort, community, and the everyday rhythms of family life.

A Home Designed for Family Growth — From Day One

MIRA’s design and layout are rooted in what young, growing families truly need: flexibility, future-readiness, and a sense of home that evolves with them. It offers a selection of homes from compact studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom units (26.5 to 78 sqm), complemented by balcony options — efficiently-sized homes that give young families room to grow and the flexibility to adapt as life moves forward.

Smart-home features, from smart locks to app-activated lighting and an audio-visual intercom, add an extra layer of convenience and security. This means that even as your family grows and routines change, everyday living remains simple, intuitive, and safe. 

 

What sets MIRA apart is how it merges urban living with family-oriented convenience. The development is anchored on the promise of “family first,” a vision expressed through amenities designed to support every stage of family living:

● Open spaces & outdoor amenities – The Mira Square dedicates 57% of the development’s outdoor space to family-oriented amenities, including glamping nooks, landscaped gardens, kids’ play areas, pools, a pet park, and garden decks  — spaces that offer families a breath of fresh air and a break from city bustle, without leaving home. 

● Indoor amenities for wellness & bonding – MIRA includes a Yoga Center, dance studio, fitness center, indoor playscape, “Learnscape” (for studying or crafts), and MIRA Hall for small, memorable gatherings. These ensure that wellness, learning, recreation, and family milestones all have a place within the community. 

● Practical daily-living benefits – A 24/7 security system, basement parking, property-management services, backup utilities, and on-site convenience features help ease the day-to-day living experience. 

It’s the kind of environment where children can play safely, parents can nurture habits, and growing families can simply thrive.

A Location That Keeps Life in Balance

Situated in Cubao, MIRA keeps young families close to everything that matters. Daily commutes are made smoother with the LRT-2 and MRT-3 just minutes away, while nearby malls, schools, and hospitals—including World Citi Medical Center, the Philippine Heart Center and St. Luke’s Hospital QC —place essentials and conveniences right at your doorstep. This makes MIRA a rare offering: a residence that’s connected and convenient, yet still offers breathing space and community warmth — perfect for those who are ready to build family life without sacrificing the ease of city living.

A Future-Ready Decision for Life’s Big Milestones

Opting for MIRA at the preselling stage offers young couples a rare balance of future-readiness and financial foresight. With the project’s first tower almost sold out four months after it was launched to the public, the demand underscores its appeal. Purchasing early also grants access to more manageable payment schemes, allowing couples to plan confidently while securing a home designed to nurture their next chapter.

As an added advantage, early buyers may enjoy exclusive preselling privileges, including up to 7% discount subject to terms and conditions. This limited-time offering is complemented by the Pre-Selling 120 Program, which provides flexible payment terms of up to 120 months without the need for bank financing — a future-forward way to invest in a home that supports your evolving milestones.

For couples taking their first steps toward family life, MIRA offers more than just four walls and a roof. It offers a place to grow, a community to belong to, and a home that moves with you — from romantic beginnings to parenthood and beyond. If you’re ready to turn the page and settle into a future grounded in connection, comfort, and convenience — MIRA awaits.

To learn more about MIRA, visit rlcresidences.com 

Scams Evolve, But So Do We: How Scam-Safe Are You? GCash Checks Your #GSafeTayo Report Card

Do you click random links? Reuse your MPIN? Or maybe log in from more than one device? If you said yes to any of these — uh oh, time for a refresher.

 

GCash, the country’s leading finance super app, reminds everyone of one simple but powerful rule: “Basta may link, wag i-click!” It’s a message reiterated by the company’s anti-scam movement that empowers Filipinos to recognize and combat SMS Spoofing Scams by transforming knowledge into lasting habits of protection.

 

 

DID YOU KNOW 

​SMS Spoofing Scams are becoming more sophisticated by the minute, but they still rely on the same triggers to get users to click on links designed to steal personal data. Here are common hooks and tactics of scammers that everyone should keep an eye on.

 

● Authority exploitation – Scammers impersonate officials, government institutions, or representatives in an alarming tone about government aid.  

● Emotional manipulation – A strategy where fraudsters use fear, excitement, or greed to cloud judgment and prey on the fear of missing out.  

● Urgency and scarcity pressures - Scammers push victims into hasty decisions with offers that are too good to be true.

 

PROTECT YOURSELF WITH 3-EASY STEPS  

To help everyone score higher in their scam-safety report card, GCash lists down a few “must-dos” for secure transactions:

● Update your MPIN regularly — treat it like changing your password, but smarter.

● ​Use biometrics — be more secure with biometrics because unlike MPIN, scammers cannot copy your fingerprint and face register.

● ​Activate “Account Secure” — this keeps your account accessible only on your registered mobile device, keeping you more secure as you continue to practice the habit of avoiding clicking any link.

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​While scams get more sophisticated, it’s never been easier to stay protected. Following these three simple steps means perfect score ka sa #GSafeTayo Report Card! Stay sharp, stay scam-free, and learn more about protecting your account at www.new.gcash.com 

 

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About GCash

GCash is the Philippines’ #1 Finance Super App and Largest Cashless Ecosystem. Through the GCash App, users can easily purchase prepaid airtime; pay bills via partner billers nationwide; send and receive money anywhere in the Philippines, even to other bank accounts; purchase from over 6 million partner merchants and social sellers; and get access to savings, credit, loans, insurance and invest money, and so much more, all at the convenience of their smartphones. Its mobile wallet operations are handled by G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mynt, the first and only $5 billion unicorn in the Philippines.

  

GCash is a staunch supporter of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly UN SDGs 5,8,10, and 13, which focus on safety & security, financial inclusion, diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts, respectively.

 

 

 

 

TP LaunchPad marks breakthrough year with over 19,000 students empowered, stronger academe partnerships

TP in the Philippines (formerly Teleperformance) caps a record year for TP LaunchPad, its flagship university relations and student empowerment program. In 2025, TP LaunchPad reached over 19,000 students nationwide, expanded its footprint across 40+ partner schools, and deepened its role in bridging academic learning with real-world IT-BPM industry readiness - a milestone borne from TP’s continuous forging of strategic alliances with academic partners.

Future Workforce Empowerment at Scale

TP LaunchPad’s impact in 2025 reflects the organization's strengthened commitment to supporting the Philippines’ growing IT-BPM talent ecosystem. The program generated thousands of career leads, implemented over 60 events nationwide and facilitated 22 immersive site tours, giving students across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao on-the-ground introduction to TP’s world-class operations.

Through interview workshops, mock interviews, campus tours, job fairs, trainings, and mentorship sessions, TP LaunchPad continues to support young Filipinos as they transition from school to the workforce.

“Through TP LaunchPad, we can impart talent development resources and career opportunities to the youth and the future workforce,” said TP in the Philippines’ Chief People Officer Jeffrey Johnson. “By investing in their development, we can ensure a sustainable future and career pipeline for the Philippine IT-BPM industry.”

Strengthening Academe Partnerships and Near-Hire Readiness

Among the program’s highlights this year is TP’s expanding network of university alliances, capped by its new partnership with Mapua Malayan Colleges Laguna (MMCL) and its digital learning arm, Mapua Malayan Digital College (MMDC). A key aspect of the partnership is designing learning programs that integrate the demands of the IT-BPM sector in the curriculum and equip graduates for near-hire readiness and future careers in the IT-BPM sector.

On the other hand, MMDC will also extend full scholarship grants to five deserving TP employees under the MMDC Continuing Education Scholarship allowing them to pursue higher education and complete their college degree while advancing their careers.

 

TP recently signed a strategic partnership with Mapua Malayan Colleges Laguna (MMCL) and its digital learning arm, Mapua Malayan Digital College (MMDC) that will equip future graduates for a career in the IT-BPM sector and scholarship grants to TP employees wishing to pursue further studies with MMDC. Present for the signing were, (in photo from left) TP in the Philippines Director for External Relations Nicholas Frias, VP for Human Resources Rachel Cacabelos, MMDC Executive Director Dennis Tablante, and MMDC VP for Marketing and Admissions Jenny Chua.

 

Apart from academic partnerships, the program was able to reach other milestones in inclusivity. This year, TP in the Philippines made significant strides in impact sourcing as the company was able to accommodate participants who were deaf or hard of hearing, emphasizing TP’s commitment to inclusion and opening opportunities for people with disabilities.

Another major victory was the expansion of TP’s partnership with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) for its Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) program. This partnership enabled TP in the Philippines to make skills learning and IT-BPM-readiness more accessible, especially for those from underserved communities. These initiatives underscore TP’s long-standing commitment to widening access to meaningful employment and supporting national workforce development.

“Our investment in the Filipino workforce is something we take very seriously to ensure that we are providing access to the right resources to empower them in their careers,” shares Johnson. “It is through our strategic partnerships that we can create more positive impact to our communities, and we are excited for the other collaborations we have in the future,” he adds.

As TP LaunchPad continues to grow, the program is poised to unlock more strategic collaborations with academic institutions, government partners, and local communities. With its scale, reach, and strong industry-academe linkages, TP LaunchPad remains central to TP’s mission of empowering the Filipino youth and strengthening the country’s IT-BPM workforce.

 

ABOUT TP IN THE PHILIPPINES

Teleperformance in the Philippines is part of the TP Group, a global leader in digital business services which consistently seeks to blend the best of advanced technology with human empathy to deliver enhanced customer care that is simpler, faster, and safer for the world’s biggest brands and their customers. The Group’s comprehensive, AI-powered service portfolio ranges from front office customer care to back-office functions, including operations consulting and high-value digital transformation services. It also offers a range of specialized services such as collections, interpreting and localization, visa and consular services, and recruitment process outsourcing services. The teams of multilingual, inspired, and passionate experts and advisors, spread in close to 100 countries, as well as the Group’s local presence allows it to be a force of good in supporting communities, clients, and the environment.

 

[CES 2026] A Care Companion for Family Health and Safety

 The Care Companion zone concluded Samsung’s “Your Companion to AI Living” vision at The First Look 2026 — highlighting technology’s most human purpose, care.

 

For decades, care has been reactive, addressing problems only after they arise. Samsung aims to change that by embedding AI across its product ecosystem to support safety, health and security. The goal is to shift care from response to anticipation — an approach Samsung calls Intelligent Care.

 

Samsung Newsroom visited the final area of the exhibition to see how Galaxy devices serve as the hub for healthier, safer everyday living.

 

 View of the Care Companion zone

 

Upon entering, visitors encountered the futuristic Galaxy Z TriFold showcased on a Transparent Micro LED display.

 

 Galaxy Z TriFold

 

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Personalized Health Management: Optimizing Daily Routines

 

In the Self Care – Good Sleep section, visitors learned how wearables such as Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Ring track sleep conditions while working in concert with lighting and connected home appliances including the Bespoke AI WindFree Pro air conditioner and Infinite AI Air Purifier. Without user input, the connected home automatically optimizes temperature and airflow to support a more comfortable sleep environment.

 

 

Galaxy devices connect with TVs and home appliances to create optimal sleep conditions.

 

Tristen Menzies

 

“I love being able to take AI out of my pocket and use it right away,” said Tristen Menzies, a digital content creator from Guam. “What I appreciate about Samsung is that it creates AI that complements your life, rather than interferes. I think that’s the direction we should be heading.”

 

Family Health Care: Supporting Everyone From Older Adults to Pets

Early Detection and Prevention of Cognitive Health

 

Healthcare is expanding beyond individual management to encompass every member of the family. Samsung introduced features designed to help detect dementia early in older adults at the Family Care – Brain Health section. By analyzing lifestyle patterns through mobile and wearable devices, the system can identify early signs of cognitive decline and send alerts to designated caregivers, enabling timely intervention.

 

More important, however, is preventing cognitive decline before it occurs. To that end, Samsung analyzes a wide range of everyday indicators—including speech, typing, walking, sleep and gait—to detect subtle changes in cognitive function. The system also recommends brain-training programs to help older adults reduce concerns about cognitive decline and maintain healthier, more independent lives.

 

 

Demonstration of Samsung Health’s cognitive decline detection feature

 

AI-Enabled Pet Health Monitoring

 

Samsung’s AI extends to pets as well. The SmartThings Pet Care service helps identify common health conditions such as dental disease, patellar luxation, and cataracts. Using AI, SmartThings Pet Care analyzes photos of household animals with on-screen guidance to help identify potential health concerns.

 

 

SmartThings Pet Care checks for cataracts in a pet.

 

AI Home Monitoring: Smart Detection for a Safer Home

 

When users are away from home, AI-powered home care monitoring offers greater peace of mind. Vision AI analyzes video and audio collected from connected devices such as refrigerators equipped with cameras and TVs, detecting potentially dangerous situations and sending alerts directly to the user’s smartphone.

 

When no one is home, TVs and refrigerators with built-in cameras can display summaries of moments flagged as potentially risky. Furthermore, AI home monitoring can compare detected faces with images stored in the user’s photo gallery to determine whether the person is a known contact or a stranger.

 

With AI home monitoring, users can feel more at ease even when away from home.

 

 

Alert activity demonstration

 

 

Dr. Rob Longwell

 

 

“What I like about Samsung’s AI ecosystem is how everything is connected,” said Dr. Rob Longwell, a member of the media from Beverly Hills, CA. “Home security and safety are especially important to me, and I was impressed by how devices work together to help protect the home.”

 

Expanded Safety Services: Greater Protection Through Partnerships

 

The zone concluded with a look at how Samsung’s AI technology works seamlessly with a wide range of partner products, including sensors, cameras and smart door locks, to support safer living.

 

 

Wall with compatible devices from partners

 

With the Care Companion—designed to help everyone live with greater peace of mind, safety and well-being—Samsung concludes the “Your Companion to AI Living” journey presented at The First Look 2026.

 

Looking ahead, Samsung plans to continue expanding its AI ecosystem to create experiences that users can trust and rely on with confidence.

 

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About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

 

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, digital signage, smartphones, wearables, tablets, home appliances and network systems, as well as memory, system LSI and foundry. Samsung is also advancing medical imaging technologies, HVAC solutions and robotics, while creating innovative automotive and audio products through Harman. With its SmartThings ecosystem, open collaboration with partners, and integration of AI across its portfolio, Samsung delivers a seamless and intelligent connected experience. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.

 

Share Your Paskong Praktikal Recipes With Hanabishi and Win Exciting Prizes

Hanabishi invites everyone to celebrate the holidays with creativity by showcasing their budget-friendly Christmas recipes on TikTok for a chance to win PhP15,000 and a Hanabishi multi-cooker.

Running from December 17, 2025 to January 23, 2026, the “Paskong Praktikal TikTok Challenge” encourages home cooks, food lovers, and families to share the delicious festive recipes that highlight their resourcefulness.

“For Filipinos, Christmas is about  family and sharing a meal around the table, no matter how much it costs,” said Cherish Ong-Chua, VP for Finance and Marketing of Hanabishi Appliances.

How to Join

“Paskong Praktikal TikTok Challenge” is open to all Filipinos, aged 18 years and above with a public TikTok account. To participate, contests must do the following: Post a budget-friendly ulam or dessert video on TikTok and tag @myhanabishi.

Include a caption explaining how the dish is “tipid but festive.” Use the hashtags #PaskongPraktikal and #MyHanabishi. Videos must be a maximum of 60 seconds and should clearly show the cooking or preparation process.

To complete registration, participants must visit https://bit.ly/PaskongHanabishi2025, fill out the required details, and submit a screenshot of their TikTok entry through the link provided. One TikTok post equals one entry. Entries must remain public throughout the entire contest period.

“We want to see real, practical tips and recipes that Filipino families can actually recreate at home. Whether it’s a modern twist on a classic dish or a clever ingredient swap, every entry tells a story,” Ong-Chua said.

Judging Criteria

Entries will be evaluated based on the following:

• Budget Friendliness – 30%

• Storytelling / Practical Tips Shared – 30%

• Taste Appeal / Presentation – 15%

• Creativity – 15%

• Hanabishi Appliance Usage – 10%

Entries that feature any Hanabishi appliance during cooking or preparation will automatically earn an additional 10% (or 10 points) under the Hanabishi Appliance Usage criterion.

No matter how simple or grand the spread is, what makes holiday gatherings special is coming together, and Hanabishi is proud to be part of those moments,” Ong-Chua said.

The deadline for the submission of entries to “Paskong Praktikal TikTok Challenge” is on January 23, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The judging will be held on January 30.

The winners will be notified through their registered mail, email, and SMS, and their names will be posted on Hanabishi’s official TikTok account on January 31.

For more information about the contest, follow Hanabishi’s official social media accounts.

OFFICIAL TRAILER UNVEILED FOR ORIGINAL DRAMA SERIES FX’S “THE BEAUTY,” PREMIERING JANUARY 22 EXCLUSIVELY ON DISNEY+

Disney+ unveiled the official trailer for FX’s “The Beauty,” a new international thriller from executive producer Ryan Murphy. FX’s “The Beauty” will premiere on Thursday, January 22 on Disney+, launching with the first three episodes. New episodes of the 11-episode first season will debut weekly on Thursdays, with two episodes releasing in each of the final two weeks.

 

In FX’s “The Beauty,” the world of high fashion turns dark when international supermodels begin dying in gruesome and mysterious ways. FBI Agents “Cooper Madsen” (Evan Peters) and “Jordan Bennett” (Rebecca Hall) are sent to Paris to uncover the truth. As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover a sexually transmitted virus that transforms ordinary people into visions of physical perfection, but with terrifying consequences. Their path leads them directly into the crosshairs of “The Corporation” (Ashton Kutcher), a shadowy tech billionaire who has secretly engineered a miracle drug dubbed “The Beauty,” who will do anything to protect his trillion-dollar empire—including unleashing his lethal enforcer, “The Assassin” (Anthony Ramos). As the epidemic spreads, “Jeremy” (Jeremy Pope), a desperate outsider, is caught in the chaos, searching for purpose as the agents race across Paris, Venice, Rome, and New York to stop a threat that could alter the future of humanity. “The Beauty” is a global thriller that asks: what would you sacrifice for perfection?

 

Guest stars include Amelia Gray Hamlin, Ari Graynor, Bella Hadid, Ben Platt, Billy Eichner, Isabella Rossellini, Jaquel Spivey, Jessica Alexander, Jon Jon Briones, John Carroll Lynch, Julie Halston, Lux Pascal, Meghan Trainor, Nicola Peltz Beckham, Peter Gallagher and Vincent D’Onofrio.

 

Created and written by Ryan Murphy & Matthew Hodgson, FX’s “The Beauty” is executive produced by Murphy, Hodgson, Peters, Ramos, Pope, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson, Nissa Diederich, Michael Uppendahl, Alexis Martin Woodall, Eric Gitter, Peter Schwerin and Jeremy Haun. It is based on the comic book series written by Haun and Jason A. Hurley, who serves as a consultant. “The Beauty” is produced by 20th Television.

 

Robust parental controls ensure that Disney+ remains a suitable viewing experience for everyone in the family. Subscribers can set access limits on mature content and create PIN-protected profiles alongside the already existing Junior Mode profiles to give parents and guardians peace of mind.

About Disney+

Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and Hulu, along with The Simpsons and much more. The service offers an ever-growing collection of exclusive originals, including feature-length films, documentaries, live-action and animated series, and short-form content. With unprecedented access to Disney’s long history of incredible film and television entertainment, Disney+ is also the exclusive streaming home for the newest releases from The Walt Disney Studios. For more, visit disneyplus.com, or find the Disney+ app on select compatible mobile and connected TV devices.