Here's How the OPPO A6s 5G Makes Long-Term Reliability Part of the Value

For many Filipinos, a smartphone has become a daily essential. It's a device that's expected to keep up every single day, not just during the first few months after unboxing. That's why reliability has become one of the smartest things to look for before making a purchase. 

The OPPO A6s 5G is designed with that kind of long-term value in mind, combining features that remain dependable long after day one. It’s ensured to stay smooth, lasts long on a single charge, and can handle everyday accidents, helping users avoid unnecessary upgrades, repairs, and extra expenses over the years. 

Performance That Doesn't Fade With Time

The OPPO A6s 5G’s massive 7000mAh Large Battery provides extended usage for daily activities without frequent charging. Designed to retain over 80% of its original capacity even after 1,800 charging cycles, it delivers over five years of durable battery performance under normal use meaning fewer battery-related concerns, fewer charging interruptions, and potentially delaying the need for costly battery replacements or an entirely new smartphone. Even after years of daily charging, users can continue relying on their OPPO A6s 5G for long workdays, weekend trips, video calls, navigation, and entertainment without worrying that the battery won't last as long as it used to. 

Durability That Helps You Save in the Long Run

Designed for real-world durability, the OPPO A6s 5G comes with IP69 Water and Dust Resistance, offering protection against dust intrusion, powerful water jets, water immersion, and even high-temperature water sprays under certified testing conditions. By reducing the risk of accidental damage, the phone is better equipped to stay reliable over the long term while helping users avoid unexpected repair costs. From unexpected rain showers and dusty commutes to accidental splashes during meals or coffee breaks, the OPPO A6s 5G is built to handle the kinds of situations many users encounter every day.

Ready for a Phone That Goes the Distance?

Choosing a smartphone isn't only about what it can do today. It's about how well it continues to perform years from now. The OPPO A6s 5G proves that long-term reliability is one of the smartest investments a smartphone can offer. Built to stay dependable through everyday use, it helps users maximize the value of their purchase with fewer repairs, fewer replacements, and lower ownership costs over time.

The OPPO A6 Series is available nationwide through OPPO Stores and online via Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and the OPPO Online Store. The OPPO A6 comes in Sakura Pink, Sapphire Blue, and Aurora Gold, while the OPPO A6s 5G is available in Ice White and Cappuccino Brown. The OPPO A6 is available for as low as Php 16,999 (4GB + 256GB) and Php 19,999 (8GB + 256GB) with a Php 1,000 voucher, while the OPPO A6s 5G can be purchased for as low as Php 21,999 (6GB + 128GB) and Php 23,999 (8GB + 256GB) with a Php 2,000 voucher.

For more updates, visit OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com.ph/ or OPPO Philippines’ official social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok.

Maya bags Gold and Silver at PR Awards Asia-Pacific 2026

 

Maya, the Philippines’ leading digital financial services platform, won two accolades at the PR Awards Asia-Pacific 2026—Gold in the Best Brand Collaboration category and Silver in the Consumer Launch category. Its Welcome to Maya Black campaign was also shortlisted in the PR Event category.    Maya took home Gold in the Best Brand Collaboration category, a new award under the Effectiveness track, for its 2025 campaign, Save a Housemate. Save with Maya.  As young Filipino fans rallied behind their favorite housemate on Pinoy Big Brother—the Philippines’ longest-running reality show and local version of the global franchise—Maya saw an opportunity to encourage better financial habits.     By replacing the legacy SMS voting system with a seamless in-app experience, Maya introduced “Save-to-Vote,” where users first deposit money into their accounts then cast a vote.   Integrated into weekly on-air segments and amplified through fan content, Maya became an essential part of the Pinoy Big Brother experience. The campaign generated strong engagement while making saving a natural part of how fans participated in the show, strengthening brand affinity and encouraging better money habits.    Maya also won Silver in the Consumer Launch category for its 2025 Welcome to Maya Black campaign.  Maya Black is a Visa Platinum travel and lifestyle credit card designed for aspirational, everyday spending. Powered by AI-driven underwriting framework and integrated into a fully digital application experience, the Maya Black Credit Card gives more people the opportunity to qualify for premium credit from day one, including customers who have previously been underserved by traditional credit models.    From its first-person black-and-white launch film to its synchronized “Blackout” takeover, the Welcome to Maya Black campaign captured attention across platforms and reframed premium credit for a new generation. Apart from winning Silver, the campaign was also shortlisted in the PR Event category.    “These awards recognize the kind of work we believe in—building products and campaigns that address real customer needs in ways people genuinely connect with,” said Maya Group Chief Marketing Officer Pepe Torres. “For us, creativity only matters if it creates real impact, and that’s the standard we continue to hold ourselves to.”    This marks Maya’s fourth consecutive year of recognition at the PR Awards Asia-Pacific, following awards for the PayMaya-to-Maya rebrand campaign launched in 2022, My Money, My Bank, My Way in 2023, and Get Banked with Maya in 2024.    The PR Awards Asia-Pacific, organized by Campaign Asia, honors impactful and creative public relations work across the region. It recognizes excellence in storytelling, brand communication and campaign effectiveness, while spotlighting standout talent and innovation in the industry.

Maxim Launches In-App Guide, Speeds Up Driver Support

 

Maxim Rides & Food Delivery has introduced a new in-app Driver’s Help section and enhanced the speed of its customer support, making it easier for driver-partners to access information and receive assistance. These improvements contributed to a positive support experience during the first half of the year, with nearly 90% of driver-partners reporting satisfaction with Maxim's customer support.

The new Driver’s Help section serves as an in-app guide where driver-partners can find answers to frequently asked questions, learn more about Maxim’s services, and access essential information without needing to contact customer support for common concerns.

With the new guide, important information about working with Maxim is always at driver-partners’ fingertips, helping them perform orders more efficiently and improve service quality. The Driver’s Help section is now available through the Taxsee Driver application.

Alongside the launch of the new guide, Maxim has strengthened its customer support by improving both response times and service quality. The company regularly updates its support procedures, monitors service quality, maintains consistent standards in handling inquiries, and reviews driver-partner feedback to continuously enhance the support experience.

The company reported that its support team responds to 81% of driver inquiries within the first 24 hours, while 22% of simple inquiries receive a response within the first 15 minutes. More complex concerns may require additional time to ensure an accurate resolution.

“At Maxim, we continuously invest in solutions that make it easier for driver-partners to perform orders and access support whenever they need it. The Driver’s Help section and our ongoing improvements to customer support are part of our commitment to providing a better experience for every driver-partner on the Maxim platform,” said Andres Morales Jr., President of Maxim Rides & Food Delivery.

100,000+ users and growing: SkyroCredit expands access to everyday spending across the Philippines

 

Skyro expands SkyroCredit nationwide as more Filipinos embrace digital credit for everyday spending

Everyday spending is driving the adoption of digital credit in the Philippines. More than 100,000 Filipinos already use SkyroCredit for purchases ranging from fast food and groceries to medicines and gas. Top merchants include Jollibee, McDonald's, DALI Supermarket, SM, Mercury Drug, Watsons, Petron, Shell, and Caltex.

With over 93,000 recorded transactions at Jollibee, 45,000 at DALI Supermarket, 32,000 at Mercury Drug, and over 33,000 across Petron, Shell, and Caltex, SkyroCredit is increasingly being used for routine spending, showing how consumers are turning to more flexible ways to pay.

Building on this growing adoption, Skyro, an SEC-registered fintech company, is now opening SkyroCredit to all eligible customers. Designed to bring together the convenience of digital payments and the flexibility of responsible credit, SkyroCredit is accepted anywhere QR Ph is available, allowing customers to shop now and pay later with 0% interest for up to 45 days.

Through SkyroCredit, customers may receive starting credit limits from ₱1,000 to ₱10,000, with the opportunity to grow their limit up to ₱100,000 through regular and responsible use. The product also rewards everyday transactions with 1% cashback for every ₱100 spent. Once cashback reaches ₱100, it can be used to pay for purchases through the Skyro app.

“Our goal with SkyroCredit is to give more Filipinos easier access to flexible credit, especially at a time when everyday expenses continue to rise and financial priorities continue to evolve,” noted Nasim Aliev, Skyro co-founder and co-CEO. “Consumers today need financial solutions that are built around real-life spending needs and changing financial priorities.”

Aliev added that opening SkyroCredit to all eligible customers reflects Skyro’s commitment to making formal credit more accessible, digital, and customer-centric. Through regular use and responsible repayment, customers can take greater control of their payments while building stronger credit habits over time.

According to Iya Lelyanova, Skyro Head of Marketing, “We believe SkyroCredit is one of the best credit line options in the market today. With up to 45 days of 0% interest and 1% instant cashback on every transaction, it combines flexibility and rewards to deliver real value to customers. We're proud to bring these benefits to more Filipinos as we continue expanding across the country.”

Customers can also choose how they repay their balance, whether by paying in full for the amount they have used or by making the minimum payment and paying the remaining balance over time.

Filipinos aged 18 and above can apply online through the SkyroCredit webpage at skyro.ph/skyrocredit, the Skyro app, or participating partner stores, including Home Along, Metro Retail, Prince Retail, LCC, Alson's Trading, and Willy & Sons. Applicants only need one valid government-issued ID, a smartphone, and an active Philippine mobile number.

As more Filipinos look for practical, accessible, and reliable financial solutions, Skyro remains committed to providing credit products that support consumers in managing their everyday financial priorities. Through SkyroCredit, the company continues to strengthen its role in expanding access to formal credit and enabling more Filipinos to participate in the digital financial ecosystem.

To learn more about Skyro’s products and services, visit skyro.ph and follow its social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok.

GCash ushers in more seamless train commutes on LRT-2 via GCash Commute QR

 

GCash for Business general manager Paul Albano tests the GCash Commute QR during the launch of cashless payment system at the LRT-2 Legarda station

Passengers of Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) can now pay for their fares directly from their phones using GCash Commute QR, making their commutes faster and more convenient. 

GCash joined the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Light Rail Manila Transit Authority (LRTA), Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC), and Visa in the official launch of cashless payment options, including GCash Commute QR, at the LRT-2 servicing stations spanning Manila, San Juan, Quezon City, Marikina, Pasig, and Antipolo.

This is part of LRT-2's transition to a cashless payment system, which now also supports NFC-enabled Tap-to-Pay as well as Visa and Mastercard payments. 

“This initiative supports rail modernization and the adoption of a National Standard for Automated Fare Collection, enabling more seamless, efficient, and integrated payments across transport modes,” said DOTr Secretary Giovanni Lopez. 

GCash for Business General Manager, Paul Albano of G-Xchange Inc., mobile wallet operator of GCash, said, "We are committed to partnering with the government to modernize payments in public transportation and make commuting easier for more Filipinos.”

“Through payment innovation and strong public-private collaboration, we aim to support nation-building and help create a more inclusive digital economy," he added. 

This rollout signifies the initial stage of a broader initiative to modernize fare systems on LRT-2. Moving forward, GCash also aims to enable GCash Tap-To-Pay and GCash Visa card for even more seamless entry and exit across all stations.

With cashless payments, passengers can go straight to the turnstile, scan their Commute QR, and head to the train platforms. 

Entering the LRT-2 Lanes using the GCash Commute QR is easy:

1. Tap Commute in the GCash app to generate your QR code, then save it for offline use. Make sure your GCash wallet has at least ₱16.50, following the discounted fares implemented by the DOTr.

2. Proceed to the LRT-2 turnstile and scan your Commute QR to enter.

3. At your destination, scan the same Commute QR at the exit turnstile. Your fare will be deducted automatically.

The cashless payment option is expected to benefit millions of commuters. According to the Light Rail Transit Authority, LRT-2 served over 58.7 million passengers last year.

With cashless entry now available at station turnstiles, passengers can move past the ticket lines, especially during rush hour. For students bound for the University Belt and workers navigating Metro Manila’s busiest corridors, the cashless payment rollout removes a familiar source of stress from the daily commute.

This launch builds on the successful integrations at the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) and the EDSA Busway, where cashless payments via GCash have already proven reliable under high passenger volumes. Those deployments showed that digital fare systems can keep pace with real-world commuting demands, paving the way for expansion to the LRT-2’s high-traffic corridors.

Through technology, we are reducing wait times, ultimately aiming for a better commute experience for millions of Filipinos. Digital transformation is now active on LRT tracks, and with just a few taps, daily travel moves faster and with less friction.

For more information, please visit www.gcash.com.

LG Electronics Reports 2025 Scope 1 and 2 Emissions Below 2030 Target Level in Latest Sustainability Report

LG Electronics (LG), a global leader in environmental, social and governance (ESG) management, has released its 2025–2026 Sustainability Report, which highlights the company’s ongoing efforts to realize its vision for a Better Life for All. 

The newly issued report outlines LG’s key ESG initiatives for stakeholders worldwide. Notably, it reveals that in 2025 the company surpassed its 2030 targets for both greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction and waste recycling rate.

In 2025, LG’s Scope 1 (direct) and Scope 2 (indirect) emissions across all domestic and overseas business sites totaled 842,000 tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂eq) – a figure significantly lower than the company’s 2030 target of 878,000 tCO₂eq. This achievement reflects the success of LG’s organization-wide efforts to reduce GHG emissions by 54.6 percent by 2030 (from 2017 levels). Key initiatives include the adoption of energy-efficient equipment and the transition to renewable electricity. 

LG also exceeded its target for reducing emissions intensity during the use stage of seven major product categories. In 2025, the company reduced carbon emissions per unit during the use stage of its seven major categories by 22.5 percent compared to 2020. The target, a 20 percent reduction in per-unit GHG emissions from product use by 2030 – using 2020 as a baseline – was previously validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). LG is the first South Korean home appliance manufacturer to receive SBTi validation for such a target.

In addition to its GHG reduction targets, LG has exceeded its resource circularity goals. The company recorded a waste recycling rate of 97.3 percent across all domestic and overseas business sites in 2025 – surpassing its 2030 goal of 95 percent. The company also maintained Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) certification across all domestic operations, with all five domestic production sites achieving the highest Platinum rating. Furthermore, LG collected 640,000 tons of used electronics from 91 locations across 56 countries in 2025, bringing its cumulative total of e-waste recovery to over 5.65 million tons since 2006.

Along with the effectiveness of LG’s environmentally-focused programs, the 2025–2026 Sustainability Report demonstrates the company’s continued drive to enhance the accessibility of its products and services. Key offerings include the LG Comfort Kit, designed to make home appliances easier to use regardless of age, gender or disability; accessibility initiatives such as the broader application of braille and tactile guides, as well as kiosks equipped with sign-language avatars at service locations; and the LG Easy TV, specifically engineered for seniors. LG also provides a range of inclusive services, including sign language consultations for the hearing impaired, and dedicated consultation services for senior customers.

To strengthen board independence and governance transparency, LG has separated the roles of CEO and board chairperson. Earlier this year, the company further reinforced oversight by appointing an independent director as board chairperson.

The 2025–2026 report also features a newly-introduced section on Responsible AI, outlining the company’s AI Ethics Principles and governance framework in response to the growing adoption of AI technologies. Going forward, the company plans to continuously bolster its governance framework to ensure accountability and transparency across the development and use of AI.

A global ESG leader, LG has again been recognized by the world’s premier ESG rating agencies. The company has now been included in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index (DJBIC World) for 14 consecutive years and has ranked in the “Top 1%” of S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for three years in a row. LG also earned an “AA” rating from Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) this year, one level higher than it achieved the previous year. Additionally, the company has received its second consecutive “Platinum” rating from EcoVadis, a distinction reserved for the top one percent of companies in their industry category.

LG has published its annual sustainability report since 2006. The full 2025-2026 report is available on LG’s website.

Thank You, Next: Why You Should Break Up with Your Payroll Account

Everyone has done it: using your first payroll account as your “everything” account because you’ve had it for so long, and opening a new one takes too long. It’s easier to just stay in that comfortable "situationship" with your payroll account, but the only thing that will come out of it is giving up your hard-earned money’s growth. 

But when there are better options out there that give you better rates for close to no effort, your payroll account becomes the dead weight to financial independence.

Breaking up with a long-term habit is hard, but moving forward doesn't have to be a dramatic, stressful event. Here are the steps and tips to smoothly transition your savings away from your payroll account this coming payday:

Step 1: Have your new savings account ready

Overlapping is frowned upon in real-world relationships, but in finances, having your next savings account lined up is smart planning. Don’t wait until payday to figure out where your savings should go. If you scramble during the rush, inertia wins, and you’ll end up leaving your money in your payroll account.

Open a high-yield savings account (HYSA) a few days early. GSave on GCash gives you access to the most trusted banks without going through the effort of setting up an account in any of their branches. Get it fully verified and active ahead of time so it’s ready to welcome your funds the second your salary comes in.

Step 2: Update your trackers in advance 

If you monitor every peso, update your budget tracker before the big move. Setting up a column or an account for the new HYSA ahead of time does more than just make the move seamless. Like defining a relationship, a label creates a psychological commitment that makes the transition feel real and official. 

Step 3: Move your savings to your new account

When the salary notification drops, immediately transfer your designated savings from your payroll account to your HYSA. How much you move depends on your style: if you follow a strict rule (like 50/30/20), transfer that exact percentage right away. If you prefer to pay bills first and save what remains, do that instead. The goal is simply to get it out of your payroll account and build the habit of saving.

Step 4: Automate your transfer from payroll to savings 

Once you’ve done the manual transfer a couple of times, automate it. Set up a recurring auto-transfer from your payroll account to your digital savings account. Automation helps ensure you won’t accidentally go back to your old habit of keeping your money dormant in your payroll account, and keeps your financial goals moving forward. 

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Finalizing your financial breakup and transitioning to wiser financial habits doesn’t have to be complicated. GSave by GCash is a digital savings platform built right into your app to make this transition effortless. 

It connects you with trusted partner banks—such as CIMB, BPI, Maybank, UNObank, and Cebuana Lhuillier Rural Bank—offering interest rates of up to 4.15% p.a. to help your savings grow faster. 

A low-maintenance partnership with GSave takes less than five minutes to lock in. Because you access it entirely on your phone, there are zero trips to physical branches and no extra documents to stress over. Moving funds from your payroll to GCash is straightforward with a minimal cash-in fee, and once active, you have the total freedom to deposit any amount with no minimum balance required.

Because it’s inside the GCash app, transferring your money between your HYSA and wallet is instant and free—giving you immediate access to pay bills, send money, or shop online whenever the need arises. 

GSave also ensures you stay in total control of your money without lock-in periods or restrictive bank operating hours. Your funds remain accessible around the clock while resting safely in accounts that are fully PDIC-insured

Walking away from a stagnant routine is the hardest part of any transition, but your savings shouldn’t have to pay the price for convenience. Choosing a savings partner like GSave ensures you build a more rewarding relationship with the money you work so hard to earn.

To open an account on GSave you must be a Filipino Citizen, at least 18 years old, and a fully verified GCash user. Ready to grow your money? You may access  GSave through the GCash dashboard or find it under “Grow.” No GCash yet? Download the GCash App on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei App Gallery. Kaya mo, i-GCash mo!