The Philippines is shifting its economic strategy from raw mineral extraction to local processing and downstream manufacturing under Executive Order 122, signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Aug. 21, according to the Department of Finance. The new national policy framework targets investments in critical mineral refining, advanced materials processing, and the production of batteries, … Read more
USA TODAY is launching its first-ever Consumer Tech & Gadget Awards this fall, inviting manufacturers to submit innovative devices for formal editorial evaluation, according to the publication’s announcement. The program targets smartphones, smart-home hardware, workplace essentials, and emerging technologies designed to help consumers work smarter and stay connected in a crowded marketplace. Evaluating Innovation in … Read more
Com7, Thailand’s largest smartphone retailer, reported a 25% increase in net profit to 1.2 billion baht ($37 million) for the first quarter of 2026. According to company data, this growth was driven by a 13% revenue rise to 24 billion baht. The firm plans to open 100 new stores this year to maintain double-digit revenue … Read more
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and the Raja Ramanna Center for Advanced Technology have demonstrated that silicon can generate high-frequency surface acoustic waves (SAWs) using metallic transducers, bypassing the need for traditional piezoelectric materials. This breakthrough, published in Nano Letters, allows for the integration of acoustic signal processing directly into standard … Read more
Beyond the Final Product: The New Frontier of ‘Hidden’ Materials For decades, the world of materials science has operated like a kitchen where the chef only cares about the finished cake. You start with ingredients (Point A), apply heat, and analyze the final result (Point B). If the cake didn’t rise, you tweaked the recipe … Read more
The Rise of Refurbished Tech: A Sustainable Shift in Consumer Electronics You can save money and assist save the planet by buying used or refurbished electronics instead of new devices. Since most of the environmental impact of devices comes from the manufacturing phase, buying secondhand gear can reduce your carbon footprint. But the trend is … Read more
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone: A New Frontier for AgTech and Beyond The recently launched Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) isn’t just another economic partnership; it’s a strategic response to evolving global challenges – and a potential blueprint for future cross-border economic collaboration. Driven by land scarcity in Singapore and the need for cost-effective production, … Read more
The Future is Now: CES 2026 Reveals a Smarter, More Automated Home Las Vegas recently played host to the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), a yearly glimpse into the future of technology. This year’s show wasn’t about incremental upgrades; it signaled a shift towards genuinely intelligent devices designed to seamlessly integrate into our lives. From AI-powered … Read more
The Resurgence of Simple Cameras: A Look at the Future of Point-and-Shoot Photography Recent customer reviews paint a fascinating picture: a renewed interest in basic, easy-to-use digital cameras. While smartphones dominate the photography landscape, a segment of consumers is actively seeking alternatives. This isn’t about superior image quality; it’s about a different photographic experience. Let’s … Read more
The Rise of the Home Cinema: Projector Tech and Future Trends Recent customer reviews paint a clear picture: the home projector market is booming. Users are consistently praising image quality, ease of use, and surprisingly robust sound – even without external speakers. But this isn’t just about bigger screens; it’s a shift in how we … Read more