The Sony Digital Workshop with theme “FOR THE MUSIC: THE WH-1000XM6 PREMIERE”, was held on June 29, 2025 at Glorietta Activity Center, Glorietta, Ayala Center, Makati City.
I enjoyed a first-hand product experience of the Sony’s flagship noise canceling headphones, WH-1000XM6; live music performances of Fumi, Syd Hartha, Barbie Almalbis and Lola Amour; dance performances of A-Team; an exclusive fashion show styled by Thian Rodriguez; and other creators special program at Glorietta Activity Center.
The WH-1000XM6 was unveiled last June 29,2025 and the launch brought together music lovers, creatives, and tech enthusiasts in an immersive celebration of sound-with fun activities, special performances of FuMi, Syd Hartha, Barbie Almabis and Lola Amour, and an exclusive fashion show styled by Thian Rodriguez.
OPM singer and rapper FuMi rock the hearts of the ForTheMusic lovers as the opening act of the event!
If there’s music, there has to be dance, the special program just got livelier with performances by World Hip Hop Dance Champions A-Team.
The ForTheMusic premiere was not just filled with music, but also featured an incredible runway of models styled by the renowned Thian Rodriguez!
I’m one of the participants and attendees who first witnessed how the WH-1000XM6 can both serve as high-end audio gear and an everyday fashion statement last June 29, 2025 at the Glorietta Activity Center grounds.
FOR THE MUSIC: THE WH-1000XM6 PREMIERE was hosted by Aiyana Perlas.
🎧 WH-1000XM6 is now available at Sony Authorized Dealers nationwide.
HONOR 400 Pro 5G graces The New Hue Video Music Awards 2025.
Manila, Philippines– On July 29, 2025, leading global technology brand HONOR Philippines just announced the arrival of its HONOR 400 Pro 5G on August 2, 2025 which will boast a 200MP Super Sensing AI Camera System. In partnership with The New Hue for its Video Music Awards 2025, the said smartphone’s camera capabilities were put to a test.
“As an institution that champions top-of-the-line technology, we also recognize local talents. This partnership with The New Hue reflects our commitment in supporting music scene in the country together with our upcoming smartphone HONOR 400 5G,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.
HONOR 400 Pro 5G champions OPM
On July 27, 2025, the New Hue recognized mainstream and up-and-coming OPM talents with awards such as Song of the Year, Music Video of the Year, Group Artist of the Year, among others. Famous OPM talents such as Cup of Joe, Maki, Amiel Sol, Philia, Hev Abi, Janine Teñoso are present at the event.
200MP Super Sensing AI Camera System
The HONOR 400 Pro 5G includes a 50MP Telephoto Camera with a Sony IMX856 sensor, 3x optical zoom, and OIS, ensuring detailed zoom shots. It is equipped with the AI Enhanced Portrait feature and delivers ultra-high-definition Portraits that ensure the true colors of every subject shine through. With its enhanced AI Super Zoom feature, the HONOR 400 Pro boasts an AIGC-powered telephoto capability of up to 50x, making it perfect for capturing distant subjects.
Stay tuned for the arrival of HONOR 400 Pro 5G and never miss the latest updates and visit HONOR’s official website at www.hihonor.com or follow their social media platforms: Facebook (@HonorPhilippines), Instagram (@honorph), and TikTok (@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.
About HONOR
HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enable people to become a better version of themselves.
NBDB’s National Alliance of Reading Advocates (NARA) recently launched its 2025-2030 Agenda: Building a Reading Philippines from the Ground Up after a successful first year run
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The National Book Development Board’s National Alliance of Reading Advocates (NARA) is pushing to promote access and reading of Philippine books in the country.
In its State of the Reading Nation Address (SORNA) for the first semester of this year, NARA presented its progress in its 2025-2030 Agenda to further promote the access and reading of Philippine books by expanding access, foundational skills, and remediation through community-driven solutions, sustained partnerships, and scaling up of effective models.
“The NBDB continues to push for a stronger national readership by mobilizing its allies from around the country. The reading gap that we have now–as we have learned from recent surveys–deserves our immediate attention and action,” said NBDB Executive Director Charisse Aquino-Tugade. “This is exactly why we formed NARA: to mobilize both the public and private sectors in reversing this reading gap. It’s about responding to the issue at hand now, all while nurturing the next generations of readers.”
NARA is a project of the NBDB’s Readership Development Division, composed of 152 readership advocates and serves as an integral part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to boost the love for reading in the country. The alliance covers schools, universities, national government agencies, local government units, non-profit and small-scale organizations, and advocacy arms of corporations.
NARA’s Best Practices
“NARA has been instrumental in connecting us with partners who support our mission and advocacy at the center. The NBDB provided valuable insights, including notes on monthly surveys for book requests, a book return policy, and a library etiquette or code of conduct,” said Natalie Tabayan, Co-Lead of Better World Smokey Mountain (BWSM), an effort of AHA! Learning Center, which is one of NARA’s active members.
AHA! Learning Center is a non-profit organization that launched a reading campaign in Tondo, Manila last year to cultivate the love for reading and establish consistent reading habits among BWSM’s students. The initiative is an empathy-informed learning system, offering academic and social-emotional interventions for children, as well as support system skills development for parents and teachers.
With the help of other network members, AHA! Learning Center has significantly increased its collection of Filipino storybooks and improved its book spaces by adding more shelves, posters, and designs. It even established a dedicated reading corner for mothers, stocked with Filipino pocket books, Liwayway magazines, and other local fiction books.
“Through the NARA network, the Corazon Sanchez Atayde Memorial Foundation (CSAMF) had the opportunity to connect with like-minded organizations nationwide—sharing best practices, exchanging insights, and fostering meaningful collaborations in literacy development,” shared Rylene Ngeta-a, CSAMF’s Program Director, an active NARA member.
Over the past year, the organization has reached 910 learners who are either struggling or have the least access to reading support from different areas such as Pasig City, Tawi-Tawi, Rizal Province, Bulacan, Pampanga, and Mountain Province.
Ngeta-a emphasized that through NARA members’ shared innovations, authors, writers, and readers in many areas have deeper engagement with Philippine books.
The NBDB’s Alliance of Reading Advocates Push for a Three-Point Agenda to Promote Readership was announced on July 25, 2025 in NBDB’s Press Release.
Here are your HONOR 400 5G Pre-order Giveaway Winners!
Manila, Philippines, – Leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines announced on July 24, 2025 of the officially awarded Rolex Watch and Hermes Bag to the HONOR 400 5G Pre-order Giveaway Winners. It is remembered that this specific promo contributed to the huge success of the AI Phone. In partnership with Gentry Time Pieces and Purse Maison, HONOR handed over personally the prizes to Michael Salazar and Jonathan Cabreta.
Winning the Hermes Mini Lindy Bright Pink worth Php 420,000, stylist from Maribeles, Bataan Jonathan Cabreta shared that he bought two HONOR 400 5G – one for himself and one for a family member. He said he was very interested in its camera features and the viral image-to-video feature.
On the other hand, Real Estate Engineer from Cainta, Rizal won the Rolex GMT Master II watch worth Php 600,000. Salazar mentioned that he was very impressed with the HONOR Pad he got previously so he decided to upgrade his personal smartphone to HONOR 400 5G. He also commended how HONOR Store at SM East Ortigas handled the overwhelming situation during the first day sale on June 28, 2025.
HONOR 400 5G is Still Available in the Market
The HONOR 400 5G boasts a 200MP AI main camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera, and 50MP portrait selfie camera. Features like AI Super Zoom, AI Portrait Snap, and HD Moving Photo ensure high-quality shots, while the Film Simulation and Harcourt Portrait modes add cinematic effects. The AI Editing includes tools like AI Eraser to remove unwanted objects, AI Outpainting to extend images, and AI Face Tune for flawless open-eyed photos. Using Google’s state of the art video generation model, Veo 2 on Google Cloud’s Vertex AI, users can explore different possibilities through image to video generations.
Also powered by a 6000mAh silicon-carbon battery with up to 88W HONOR Wired SuperCharge, the HONOR 400 5G offers you all-day power whenever you are on the move. Designed to withstand everyday drops with SGS 5-Star Drop Resistance for overall unit and offers IP66 dust and water resistance, The screen of the HONOR 400 5G can be used easily with wet hands, offering practical usability. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Mobile Platform ensures a smoother performance and higher graphics rendering for better gaming.
Available in stunning color options—Midnight Black, Tidal Blue and Desert Gold—the HONOR 400 5G is now available across the Philippines for only Php 22,999 (24GB + 512GB)! Get it now at any HONOR Experience and Partner Stores, and online via Lazada https://bit.ly/Laz_H400_PR, Shopee https://bit.ly/Shop_H400_PR, and TikTok Shop https://bit.ly/TikTok_H400_PR.
You can also #BringPhotosToLife with #YourAIPhone via Home Credit easy installments of as low as ₱979/month for 18 months! Check the best HONOR products and deals for you here: https://hcph.info/3I2m1gb.
HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enables people to become a better version of themselves.
Are we getting the Pro version of the HONOR 400 5G soon?
Manila, Philippines – Leading global technology brand HONOR Philippines has announced on July 23, 2205 of the HONOR 400 Pro 5G Teased. HONOR Philippines released something that might be a teaser for the HONOR 400 Pro 5G. Is it possible that with the success of #YourAIPhone HONOR 400 5G, the tech giant will bring in the Pro version in the Philippines too?
“You should know by now that we love surprising and treating our HONOR fans. They asked for it, and now, we are giving it to them. We are very excited for the coming days so stay tuned” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.
In its recent post, HONOR Philippines teased a photo of the upcoming phone with its brand ambassadors Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia. Is the HONOR 400 Pro 5G really coming to the Philippines soon?
Never miss the latest updates and visit HONOR’s official website at www.hihonor.com or follow their social media platforms: Facebook (@HonorPhilippines), Instagram (@honorph), and TikTok (@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.
About HONOR
HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enable people to become a better version of themselves.
Manila, Philippines – Leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines has announced on July 18, 2025 of the recently launched newest flagship mid-range smartphone HONOR 400 5G. Still available in stunning colors—Midnight Black, Tidal Blue and Desert Gold—the HONOR 400 5G is priced at only Php 22,999.
Why You Should Buy HONOR 400 5G
The HONOR 400 5G offers an impressive photography experience with its 200MP AI main camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera, and 50MP portrait selfie camera. Features like AI Super Zoom, AI Portrait Snap, and HD Moving Photo ensure high-quality shots, while the Film Simulation and Harcourt Portrait modes add cinematic effects. The AI Editing includes tools like AI Eraser to remove unwanted objects, AI Outpainting to extend images, and AI Face Tune for flawless open-eyed photos. Using Google’s state of the art video generation model, Veo 2 on Google Cloud’s Vertex AI, users can explore different possibilities through image to video generations.
Also powered by a 6000mAh silicon-carbon battery with up to 88W HONOR Wired Super Charge, the HONOR 400 5G offers you all-day power whenever you are on the move. Designed to withstand everyday drops with SGS 5-Star Drop Resistance for overall unit and offers IP66 dust and water resistance, The screen of the HONOR 400 5G can be used easily with wet hands, offering practical usability. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Mobile Platform ensures a smoother performance and higher graphics rendering for better gaming.
Featuring a 6.55-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 2736×1264 resolution, and 460 PPI for vibrant visuals, the HONOR 400 supports 100% DCI-P3 and 5000nits peak brightness for visibility even in direct sunlight. Sunlight Display Enhancement improves outdoor visibility, while HONOR Eye Comfort technologies like 3840Hz Risk-Free Dimming, Low Blue Light, Dynamic Dimming, and Circadian Night Mode reduce eye strain. The AI Defocus Display reduces eye fatigue, and Ultra Dark Mode dims to 1.5nit for nighttime use. The Motion Sickness Relief feature helps reduce nausea with sensors and visual stabilization while moving in the car. It also supports Super Rainproof Touch, allowing smooth and responsive use even in wet hands scenarios.
Running on MagicOS 9.0, the HONOR 400 5G offers a plethora of flagship-level AI innovations, including Magic Portal 2.0, AI Writing Tools, AI Recorder, AI Translation, AI Deepfake Detection, and much more.
Pricing and Availability
Available in stunning color options—Midnight Black, Tidal Blue and Desert Gold—the HONOR 400 5G is now available for across the Philippines for only Php 22,999 (24GB + 512GB)! Get it now at any HONOR Experience and Partner Stores, and online via Lazada https://bit.ly/Laz_H400_PR, Shopee https://bit.ly/Shop_H400_PR, and TikTok Shop https://bit.ly/TikTok_H400_PR.
You can also #BringPhotosToLife with #YourAIPhone via Home Credit easy installments of as low as ₱979/month for 18 months! Check the best HONOR products and deals for you here: https://hcph.info/3I2m1gb.
HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enables people to become a better version of themselves.
Kenny Rogers Roasters is renowned for serving “deliciously healthy” meals and is proudly celebrating its 30th anniversary—a remarkable feat in a fast-paced, trend-driven industry where longevity is a true badge of success. Since 1995, the brand has grown into the country’s leading fast-casual restaurant, with over 150 stores nationwide. Known for its signature roasted chicken, hearty sides, and exciting food innovations, Kenny Rogers Roasters has redefined how Filipinos enjoy wholesome meals—proving that true greatness only gets better with time.
Redefined What Healthy Tastes Like
For the past 30 years, Kenny Rogers Roasters has redefined what healthy tastes like by offering wholesome, flavorful meals in a fast-casual setting. Known for its Classic Roasted Chicken—tender, juicy chicken slow-roasted to perfection—the brand has become a staple in Filipino households.
Kenny Rogers Roasters also offers a well-rounded menu that balances indulgence and nutrition, featuring staples like the fall of the bone ribs, Healthy Plates and Salad—complete with calorie counts to give customers greater transparency and control over their meals. Complementing its main dishes are a variety of comforting side options that have become fan favorites over the years, including the iconic corn muffin, mac and cheese, and steamed vegetables.
These thoughtfully crafted combinations reflect the brand’s enduring commitment to making deliciously healthy food both satisfying and accessible to all.
Kenny Rogers Roasters continues to innovate with bold, globally inspired flavors that excite the palate while staying true to its healthy roots. Limited-time offerings such as the Four Cheese Roast, Great Garlic Roast, Truffle Roast, and Chimichurri Roast have added variety and excitement to the menu, proving that nutritious food can also be indulgent and crave-worthy. By staying ahead of trends and listening to what customers want, Kenny Rogers Roasters has solidified its reputation as a trailblazer in the industry—one that leads with purpose and flavor.
“I Love Me Better”: The Campaign that Marks Legacy
To celebrate its 30th year, Kenny Rogers Roasters is launching its most personal and empowering campaign yet: “I Love Me Better.” The brand recognizes that choosing better for yourself—especially when it comes to food—takes intention and courage. This campaign champions self-love through mindful eating, reminding everyone that even small decisions, like opting for healthier meals, can be powerful acts of self-care.
Marketing Director Lorent Martin Adrias explains that Kenny Rogers Roasters is for those who believe every better choice matters. “Sometimes, better choices start with something as simple as choosing better meals for yourself. When we choose healthier, better meals, we’re not just fueling our bodies but embracing self-love,” he says. “Choosing Kenny Rogers Roasters is more than a meal decision—it’s a commitment to loving yourself better.”
Reflecting this bold message, the “I Love Me Better” campaign took over high-traffic, unexpected spaces—from a full train wrap on LRT-1 and bus wraps in BGC to bike boards and inspiring billboards along EDSA. Each placement carried messages of self-love and empowerment, turning everyday commutes into bold reminders to choose better. The campaign also introduced a new, feel-good jingle now streaming on Spotify, extending the message through music.
For three decades, Kenny Rogers Roasters has led with purpose—redefining what deliciously healthy means while influencing communities through innovation and impact. “The legacy of Kenny Rogers Roasters is unmatched,” Adrias concludes. “And the future is set to raise the bar even higher.”
Frederick Siy, President and CEO of Kenny Rogers Roasters, concluded, “We’re not just looking back at 30 years of success—we’re showing what enduring excellence truly means. Kenny Rogers Roasters has stood the test of time by continuously evolving to cater to our consumers’ needs. As we move ahead, we remain committed to serving food that’s both delicious and healthy.”
Stay updated by following Kenny Rogers Roasters on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube.
Was HONOR 400 5G Craze just a gimmick? We asked a tech expert to share his experience.
Manila, Philippines, July 08, 2025 – Leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines just introduced its most successful product to date, the HONOR 400 5G. With its jampacked first day sale, viral videos, new brand ambassadors, and a Rolex and Hermes giveaway – the question remains, was all of it just a gimmick?
IT Head of Manila Bulletin and Co-founder of ScamWatch Pilipinas Mr. Art Samaniego shared his entire journey to getting his hands on HONOR’s newest viral smartphone.
“I saw it from the media launches and media activities, and when I saw the phone, nakita kong maganda talaga siya. I said, I need to try this one in real life kaya um-order ako. Gusto kong bumili ako kasi naniniwala ako sa telepono nung nasubukan ko sya. So, it’s a really great device for the price. I pre-ordered on June 18, 2025 in SM Sta. Rosa,” said Mr. Samaniego.
When asked about his experience during the jampacked first day sale on June 28, 2025 “I went to SM Sta. Rosa around 10 or 10:30AM so, kaka-open lang. I told my wife, kasi meron pa kaming pupuntahan after, ‘mabilis lang to, give me 30 minutes’. Pag dating namin sa HONOR store, nakita ko, punong-puno na ng tao. Meron ng bollards. I was surprised bakit ang dami na, then I counted the people there. Siguro mga 80 yung nabilang ko that time and kinunan ko ng picture. Maya-maya, dumadami na yung mga tao that they need to remove the barrier that they put,” he started. “Someone helped me and said, ‘Sir, kailangan mo kumuha ng number. Pang-90 na ko, kasi mayroong mga nakapila na ng mas maaga pa,” he shared his surprise as that was only 30 minutes upon mall opening.
“One thing is for sure; it’s not a gimmick. We, at HONOR, are also shocked with the massive turnout of HONOR 400 5G first day sale. We are overwhelmed and we are very grateful for everyone who supported us all the way from the teasers. We are committed to bringing only the best for our Filipino HONOR fans so expect nothing less form us,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.
Pricing and Availability
Available in stunning color options—Midnight Black, Tidal Blue and Desert Gold—the HONOR 400 5G is now available for pre-order across the Philippines for only Php 22,999 (24GB + 512GB)! Get it now at any HONOR Experience and Partner Stores, and online via Lazada https://bit.ly/Laz_H400_PR, Shopee https://bit.ly/Shop_H400_PR, and TikTok Shop https://bit.ly/TikTok_H400_PR.
You can also #BringPhotosToLife with #YourAIPhone via Home Credit easy installments of as low as ₱979/month for 18 months! Check the best HONOR products and deals for you here: https://hcph.info/3I2m1gb.
HONOR 400 5G is also available via Globe Postpaid Plans online (https://bit.ly/Globe_H400_PR) or head to participating stores starting with GPlan 1799 with Php 2,300 cashout. The mobile plan comes with 13GB Data, Unli All-net Call and Texts, and exclusive perks.
Mr. Art Samaniego, IT Head and Co-founder of ScamWatch Pilipinas
Among the first. Mr. Art Samaniego, IT Head and Co-founder of ScamWatch Pilipinas, joins the long queue at SM Sta. Rosa Laguna, for the first day sale of the HONOR 400 5G.
HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enable people to become a better version of themselves.
