Garmin Launches Next-Gen Smartwatches and Heart Rate Monitor for Performance-Driven Athletes

Garmin has announced three new performance products designed to help athletes reach new personal bests: the Forerunner® 570 and Forerunner® 970 GPS running and triathlon smartwatches, and the HRM 600, a premium heart rate monitor that delivers advanced data and versatility. These next-generation devices work seamlessly together, offering new ways to train, track, and recover with precision—all designed with Garmin’s hallmark durability and athlete-first innovation.

Together, these launches expand the Garmin ecosystem for performance-driven athletes, offering richer data insights, greater workout flexibility, and smarter recovery metrics, whether you're gearing up for a race or fine-tuning their performance in the gym.

Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970: Built to Go the Distance

Featuring Garmin’s brightest AMOLED display yet, the new Forerunner smartwatches deliver brilliant visuals on the run. Athletes can access advanced training tools, health stats and smart features with ease. 

To help athletes achieve their goals, the Forerunner 570 includes advanced running metrics like training status, wrist-based running power and running dynamics, acute load, training effect, performance condition, VO2 max, and more. Every morning, athletes can see their training readiness score based on sleep quality, recovery, and training load so they know whether it’s a good day to go hard or take it easy. 

Runners can also view the daily suggested workout that is made specifically for them and that adapts after every run to take into account their performance and recovery, or use Garmin Coach training plans for running, cycling, and strength to train for their next event. When running outdoors, athletes can execute their race day strategy using PacePro™ – grade-adjusted pacing guidance – and train with confidence knowing that SatIQ™ technology and multi-band GPS will provide superior positioning accuracy while optimizing battery life.

Outside of a run, Forerunner 570 can track key health and wellness stats, including sleep score, Body Battery™ energy monitoring, stress, menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and more to help athletes keep an eye on their health. It can also track heart rate variability (HRV) status so athletes can better understand their overall health and how their body is navigating the challenges of life and environment. 

Forerunner 570 is available in two sizes – 42mm and 47mm – and features an aluminum bezel and fun new colorways, like raspberry with a translucent bone/mango band, amp yellow with a translucent whitestone/turquoise band, and indigo with a translucent imperial purple/indigo band. Both sizes are available for PHP 33,490 beginning June 16.

Forerunner 970

Designed for those determined to break their own personal records, Forerunner 970 builds upon Forerunner 570 by adding built-in mapping. Whether running on city streets or riding through densely covered trails, Forerunner 970 includes full-color built-in mapping to help athletes stay on track. Before heading out, create or find existing courses in Garmin Connect and seamlessly sync them to the watch to get turn-by-turn directions. While exploring, enter a distance on the watch and receive suggested routes to stay on track and on time with dynamic round-trip routing. 

Featuring a 47mm case size, Forerunner 970 is available in popular color options like carbon gray DLC titanium with a black/translucent whitestone band, titanium with a whitestone/translucent amp yellow band and soft gold titanium with a french gray/translucent indigo band. Available beginning June 16 for PHP 45,690. 

Order your new Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatch via official Garmin Stores online in Kinetic, Shopee, and Lazada. The watches will also be made available in-store in all Garmin Brand Stores and Garmin Specialty Stores starting June 16.

What’s new in Garmin Connect

With a Forerunner 570 or Forerunner 970, athletes receive access to the following features in Garmin Connect, including Garmin Triathlon Coach training plans, custom multisport workouts and past ovulation estimates. Additionally, when athletes add a course to their event in Garmin Connect, they can now enable auto lap by timing gates, suggested finish line and projected race time predictor. 

HRM 600: Garmin’s Next-Gen Heart Rate Monitor

To get the most out of either smartwatch, Garmin introduces its most advanced heart rate monitor yet. 

The Garmin HRM 600 provides accurate heart rate readings, while also tracking heart rate variability (HRV), and sends that information to compatible Garmin smartwatches, cycling computers, and apps – allowing users to see their training data in real time. New features like added running dynamics1, activity recording without a watch and a rechargeable battery can help athletes take their training to the next level, while two new strap sizes can help them find their most ideal fit.

It also includes:

• Expanded running dynamics: The new step speed loss feature tells runners with the newly released Forerunner 970 how much they slow down when their foot hits the ground. Runners can also improve their form with existing running dynamics like stride length, vertical oscillation and ground contact time balance – all of which are available with select smartwatches, like the new Forerunner 570.

• Activity recording: From team sports like basketball and soccer, to activities when a smartwatch can’t be worn, record workout data – including heart rate, calories, speed, distance and more – and view it afterwards in the Garmin Connect™ app.

• Rechargeable battery: Get up to 2 months of battery life with every charge.

• Functional design: With the press of a button, easily wake and pair the heart rate monitor. Plus, the LED light will indicate when it’s awake, when the battery is running low and more.

• Connectivity: Transmit real-time heart rate and HRV data to compatible Garmin smartwatches, Edge® cycling computers and fitness equipment – plus apps like Garmin Connect and the Tacx™ Training app.

• Activity tracking: Track steps, calories burned, heart rate, intensity minutes and more without a smartwatch, then sync to Garmin Connect to update all compatible Garmin devices.

• Training versatility: The monitor sends pace and distance data from indoor track and treadmill runs to compatible smartwatches2 – along with heart rate data captured during swimming activities. 

• Comfortable fit: The easily adjustable strap comes in two new sizes (XS-S and M-XL) to fit a range of body types. For added convenience, the module is removable and the strap is machine washable.

Get yours starting June 16th through official Garmin Stores online on Kinetic, Lazada, or Shopee for only PHP 10,290 or in all Garmin Brand Stores and Garmin Specialty Stores. For further information, please visit the official Garmin PH website.

 

1 Requires compatible smartwatch

2 Not all compatible Garmin smartwatches support the HRM 600 heart rate monitor’s advanced running and swimming features

OPPO Pad SE: Easy on the Eyes, Built for the Grind

 With screen time at an all-time high for students, eye strain has become a real issue. That’s why the OPPO Pad SE, with its Immersive Eye-Care Display, is a must-have for multitaskers like student and content creator Bethany Talbot. 

From online classes to shooting contents for her followers, Bethany spends hours on her tablet every day. “Before I got my OPPO Pad SE, I’d constantly feel the burn—dry eyes, blurry vision, even headaches,” she shared. “But now, I don’t feel that same fatigue even after hours of using it. It’s been a game changer.”

The OPPO Pad SE boasts an 11-inch LCD Eye-Care Display that’s TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light and Flicker-Free certified which filters out harmful blue light and eliminates annoying flickers that strain your eyes over time. “I can go from reviewing slides in the morning to watching lectures or even streaming K-dramas at night and still feel like my eyes can breathe, thanks to my OPPO Pad SE,” Bethany mused. 

And for users who are sensitive to glare from using their gadgets under the sun or in harsh lighting, Bethany recommends leveling up with the Matte Display version of the OPPO Pad SE. 

“This one’s my favorite. It literally looks and feels like paper. I can binge all day and night so even when I’m working outdoors or in bright rooms, I’m not squinting the whole time,” Bethany said. 

Certified by TÜV Rheinland for its Reflection-Free and Paper-Like Display, the Matte version of the OPPO Pad SE provides comfort and productivity. “I didn’t realize how much time I was wasting adjusting screen angles and moving to different spots just to avoid glare. Now I just sit down and go,” she adds.

From students grinding through finals to creatives juggling side hustles and deadlines, the OPPO Pad SE was built with eye health and hustle in mind.

Bethany’s OPPO Pad SE can also be #YourPadToSuccess

With her demanding schedule and content-driven lifestyle, Bethany stands behind the OPPO Pad SE as a device that truly delivers on both performance and comfort.

The OPPO Pad SE is available exclusively on OPPO's official Shopee e-commerce platform starting at Php 9,999. It also comes in two elegant colorways: Twilight Blue and Starlight White. 

Visit OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com/ph and official Facebook and TikTok pages to learn more about the capabilities of the OPPO Pad SE. 

Cisco and PLDT Enterprise Champion a New Era of Work at Tech Week PH Cebu

The future of work is already unfolding, and it’s more connected, secure, and intelligent than ever before. This was the message of Cisco’s APJC Leader, Partner Networking Specialist, Pavel Svatos, during the second leg of Tech Week PH 2025, where PLDT Enterprise gathered business leaders, tech visionaries, and public sector stakeholders to explore how digital innovation can drive inclusive growth across the regions.

Cisco’s Pavel Svatos takes the stage at Tech Week PH Cebu to highlight how AI and cybersecurity are shaping the next era of digital transformation.

Hosted for the first time in Cebu and the greater Visayas region, PLDT Enterprise’s Tech Week PH 2025 underscored the growing importance of regional digital transformation conversations. It also signaled PLDT Enterprise’s continued momentum in bringing global tech leaders closer to local enterprises. Cisco's presence championed PLDT Enterprise’s mission to enable digital transformation in every corner of the country.  

Addressing over 1,000 participants from across Visayas, Svatos shared Cisco’s bold vision for powering the workplaces and industries of tomorrow—focusing on the convergence of AI, security, and connectivity. He spoke about how AI is changing everything, citing examples of AI-powered customer chatbots, and use cases across healthcare, logistics, and even data centers on wheels.

He stressed that companies that adapt fast will lead, while the ones that don’t will risk falling behind. The workplace also doesn’t function without a secure, intelligent network that powers seamless connectivity, zero-trust security, and real-time collaboration. As a networking and security leader, that’s what Cisco delivers—and is proud to bring to the Philippines.

Svatos underscored that while work takes place anywhere today – at offices, hospitals, stores, and even moving vehicles, many businesses still struggle with hybrid work gaps, inefficient infrastructure, and rising security risks.  

Cisco’s answer is an integrated ecosystem of AI-ready networking, cybersecurity, observability, and collaboration solutions, built to ensure digital resilience and smarter business outcomes.

Together with partners and tech innovators, PLDT Enterprise’s Tech Week PH featured Tech City—an immersive showcase of solutions, including those from Cisco, bringing to life how next-generation technologies can power industries forward.

By bringing global experts like Cisco to Visayas and Mindanao, PLDT Enterprise is actively expanding access to world-class innovation, aligning with its long-standing goal of bridging the digital divide and building a more inclusive, future-ready Philippines.

“At Cisco, our strategy is to securely connect everything to make anything possible. We’re not just connecting people, places, apps, data and things wherever our networks can reach. We’re also protecting all of this against threats, downtime, and risk and providing the underlying digital resilience that is so crucial for businesses today,” said Zaza Soriano-Nicart, Managing Director, Cisco Philippines.

Tech Week PH now moves to its final and biggest chapter in Metro Manila, where it is expected to gather the largest number of participants and deliver its most expansive showcase yet.

To learn more about PLDT Enterprise’s solution, visit https://bit.ly/pldtenterprise-cisco-joins-tech-week-ph-cebu-pr 

Tech Week PH 2025 is powered by Cisco, Alibaba Cloud, CSG, Ericsson, Fortinet, Huawei, Avolution, Fibercom Telecom, Canon, Delinea, Dream, Hikvision, Kital Connect, Pronet, Quanta Dance, Soprano, and Trend Micro.

Father’s Day Deals: Save Php 2,000 on vivo V50 and more

vivo V50, for as low as Php 25,999

Well, here’s the truth: Shopping for dads can be tricky, as they're the first to say they don’t want or need anything! But you can keep it meaningful by focusing on what truly matters. As you celebrate his special day, choose a present that reflects the important role he’s played in your life and one he willactuallyuse.

For the man who’s been your hero, your rock, and your biggest supporter, give him something as dependable as he’s always been, like a trusty smartphone that’s always within reach!

The vivo V50 and vivo Y19s are great picks for your dad to keep him close to family and friends through chats, video calls, and shared memories.

The best part? You can get Father’s Day discounts on both devices starting June 14, 2025! Enjoy Php 2,000 off the vivo V50 (12GB + 256GB) and Php 500 off the vivo Y19s , just in time to make this occasion extra special.

This one is more than just a tech upgrade, it’s a memory keeper!

With its powerful 50MP ZEISS All Main Camera, your dad can capture and preserve your family’s most cherished moments in stunning detail.

Whether it’s a spontaneous laugh, a holiday celebration, or a simple everyday moment, this smartphone makes it easy for him to document the memories that matter most.

Give him the gift of reliving those moments anytime, right from his pocket!

vivo Y19s, for as low as Php 5,999

This smartphone is built for dads who are always on the move!

With its powerful 5500mAh battery, it easily keeps up with his hobbies and lifestyle, whether he's streaming his favorite music, tracking fitness goals, snapping photos, or staying updated on the latest news.

Plus, with its IP64 dust and water resistance, he can take it just about anywhere, from job sites to weekend adventures.

It's the kind of device that works just as hard as he does!

Ready to surprise your dad with these devices? Visit any vivo store nationwide or shop online via Shopee,Lazada,or vivo e-store.

SPOTTED: P1M Worth of Rolex and Hermés Giveaway When You Pre-order HONOR 400 5G?

The internet is going frantic yet again as some have spotted HONOR’s whopping giveaway prizes worth Php 1 million! As seen in HONOR Experience and Partner stores, early promo leak of the upcoming HONOR 400 5G has been revealed. You can get a chance to win a Rolex GMT Master II Green Arrow worth Php 600,000.00 and an Hermés Lindy Mini worth Php 420,000.00!

It can be recalled that they gave away a Rolex watch during the launch of the viral HONOR X9c and now, the stakes are doubled!

HONOR's most anticipated smartphone of the year and dubbed as Your AI Phone, HONOR 400 5G is a very stylish smartphone. The device’s long-lasting battery life ensures users can capture their favorite moments without interruption, making it an essential tool for both casual and professional photographers.

Catch it Live!

Stay tuned as HONOR unveils full details at the official launch on June 17 5PM, live on Facebook: https://bit.ly/H400Launch_PR!

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/.

 

Stay Ahead of the Grind with the realme GT 7 Series

 

 These days, everyone has their version of ‘busy.’ Some are navigating back-to-back meetings, others are laser-focused at their desks, blocking out distractions, while many are leaving messages unread just to power through their to-do lists.

Whatever form productivity takes, one thing remains essential: a reliable, high-performance smartphone that can keep up. The realme GT 7 Series, featuring the realme GT 7 and realme GT 7T, offers powerful specs designed to keep up with the demands of the Squad’s daily grind. 

Seamless Multitasking with Flagship-Level Performance

With the Dimensity 9400e processor on the realme GT 7 and the Dimensity 8400-Max on the realme GT 7T, both devices deliver smooth, stable performance even under heavy workloads and intense gaming. Whether switching between productivity apps, checking out items from the cart, playing mobile games, watching Instagram reels, or editing the next TikTok content, the GT 7 Series handles it all easily. With up to 24GB RAM and massive storage (512GB on the realme GT 7 Dream Edition and realme GT 7, while 256GB on the realme GT 7T), users can expect lag-free performance even with multiple apps running in the background, plus ample space for large files, media, and apps.

All-Day Power for Nonstop Productivity 

The demands of a full day require a battery that won’t quit halfway. Both models pack a massive 7000mAh battery, offering up to three days of light use or 20+ hours of video playback. And for the Squad whose day is packed with meetings, the realme GT 7 Series can accommodate up to 25 hours of Zoom meetings, allowing them to take calls anytime, anywhere without worrying about their device’s battery life. When it’s time to recharge, the waiting game won’t last long, as 120W SUPERVOOC Charging gets the phone to 50% in just 15 minutes and 100% in just 40 minutes. For demanding scenarios like gaming, the Bypass Charging feature directs power straight to the motherboard, minimizing heat, reducing battery stress, and extending long-term battery health.

Built to Last

Engineered for durability, the realme GT 7 Series is equipped with the industry-first IceSense Graphene Design (the first to integrate graphene into a smartphone’s back panel), IP69, IP68, and IP66-rated dust & water resistance, and ArmorShell™ protection – all of which allow the phone to stay cool and resilient even during heavy use. The vivid 120Hz AMOLED displays on these devices ensure a smooth viewing experience and interaction. At the same time, realme’s promise of support for 4 years of major software updates and 6 years of security patches future-proofs the experience. The benefits? Smoother app performance, access to the latest features of Android, and better protection against digital threats, including data privacy breaches, giving users peace of mind and peak performance over time. 

Social-media Ready Photo and Video Output

Whether capturing a travel getaway with loved ones or documenting a project at work, fans can expect pro-grade photos and videos from the realme GT 7 Series. The high-end variant, the realme GT 7, features a flagship 50MP Sony IMX906 camera, while the realme GT 7T is equipped with a 50MP Sony IMX896 sensor, both supported by OIS and realme’s AI Travel Snap system. Whether it’s the fast-paced energy of Manila’s streets or a quick candid moment during a mountain hike in Bukidnon, the realme GT 7 Series makes sure no memories are missed. Thanks to its AI Lightning Snap that captures fleeting moments – like a group jump, a moving jeepney, or even a skateboarder mid-air – in stunning detail. Paired with pre-set Travel Filters inspired by classic film looks, the Squad’s vacation photos are instantly social-ready with minimal editing required. 

Champion of Everyday Performance

Owning the realme GT 7 Series means more than having a reliable digital companion; it also signifies possessing a remarkable device that excels in performance and achievements. The latest milestones of the realme GT 7 Series speak volumes about its success. In its first three days of sales, it achieved a 650% increase compared to the previous generation of the realme GT lineup and a 490% increase in total sales. But it’s not just that. On its launch day, the realme GT 7 Series recorded a 693% growth over the realme GT 6, making it the top-selling single model by securing the highest sales for an individual model. 

These achievements reinforce the realme GT 7 Series’ status as the Squad’s favorite flagship device in its segment and prove that this smartphone isn’t just a powerhouse on paper, but also a digital champion that delivers powerful performance for everyday use. 

The feature-packed realme GT 7 is priced at PHP 37,999, while the realme GT 7T retails at PHP 29,999; both come in two sleek finishes: IceSense Black and IceSense Blue. Meanwhile, the Series’ exclusive variant, the realme GT 7 Dream Edition, is wrapped in Aston Martin’s familiar Racing Green colorway and is priced at PHP 39,999. 

For fans looking for a reliable smartphone that can keep up with their busy lifestyle, the realme GT 7 and realme GT 7T can be purchased through realme’s official Shopee and TikTok shops as well as its physical stores nationwide. 

For more news and announcements from realme, follow the brand’s official website and Facebook page.

RMC Season 9 delivers an epic finale as APBREN takes home the crown and brand new units of realme GT 7

The realme Mobile Legends Cup Season 9 concludes with a bang as APBREN secured the coveted championship title last June 7 at SM North EDSA The Annex during the Grand Finals match against Uncle Drew Gamerpact. APBREN cemented their legacy with a powerhouse performance, delivering a flawless 4-0 sweep against their contenders, proving their dominance on the big stage. In the final round, player Jamespangks led the decisive charge for APBREN. He delivered a pivotal 5-3-4 Kill-Death-Assist ratio using the hero Lancelot. His impressive play energized the crowd and sealed the team's game-winning momentum, ultimately confirming APBREN's winning sweep. Jamespangks' skill and gameplay earned him the Grand Finals MVP Award for his performance. His versatility and control using heroes Ling, Leomord, Lukas, and Lancelot across all four rounds played a vital role in APBREN’s championship run. Throughout the intense matches, players relied on the official tournament device, the realme GT 7, which powered every play with seamless performance and ultra-smooth gameplay. With its Dimensity 9400e processor and lag-free responsiveness, the realme GT 7 gave competitors the edge they needed to perform at their peak under pressure. The grand champion takes home a massive prize of P600,000 along with five brand-new realme GT 7 smartphones, a prize worthy of APBREN’s monumental victory in RMC Season 9. Meanwhile, Uncle Drew Gamerpact emerged as the first runner-up after a season-long campaign marked by grit and determination. Their journey through the competition showcased resilience and skill, earning them P250,000 in cash and five brand-new realme Number Pro Series smartphones. From the start until the end of the event, the RMC Season 9 Grand Finals proved to be a show-stopper. Rapper SUPAFLY kicked off the festivities with an electrifying performance that set the tone for an action-packed day. The energy grew stronger with a star-studded show match featuring Mobile Legends icons OhMyV33nus and Wise Gaming, realme Ambassadors, Sharlene San Pedro, and Doc Z. The Squad roared as Team Ming, led by Wise and Sharlene, clashed with Team Veez, led by OhmyV33nus and Doc Z, in a thrilling showdown. As the curtains closed on the grand stage, P-pop girl group KAIA delivered a stunning performance to wrap up the day, elevating the energy to new heights and giving the Squad a final moment to remember. RMC Season 9 concludes on a high note, showcasing the country’s emerging Esports talents and celebrating their skill, passion, and the unifying power of the mobile Esports community, made possible with the support of its official sponsors Grab, Move It, TTRacing, Converge, and Grind. For more updates and detailed announcements about realme and RMC, visit realme’s official website and follow its Facebook page.