The Tech Gamer

The future of tech and gaming relies on one major resource we often take for granted: water. While we are busy looking at the latest GPUs and console refreshes, SM Supermalls has been playing the long game in environmental tech. For three decades, SM Prime Holdings Inc. has been leveling up its water stewardship across the Philippines, proving that being a massive mall operator comes with a major responsibility to the planet. From the 90s to Now: The STP Evolution This journey actually started back in the late 90s. While many of us were discovering the joys of 32 bit gaming, SM Southmall was busy installing its first Sewage Treatment Plant or STP. Today, these plants are a standard feature in all 89 SM malls. These facilities are crucial for protecting public health and the environment. By treating wastewater on site, SM reduces pollution and safeguards our natural resources. The recycled water doesn't go to waste either. It gets a second life flushing water closets, cleaning surfa...

A new hub for local entrepreneurs has arrived in Mindanao. The newly launched Vinta Market officially opens inside SM City Zamboanga, bringing together regional products and homegrown brands from across the Zamboanga Peninsula. The marketplace debuted during the March 20 opening of SM City Zamboanga, highlighting a strong push to support micro, small, and medium enterprises through a dedicated retail platform. A Marketplace Built for Local Entrepreneurs The Vinta Market features 20 local MSMEs offering handcrafted items, artisanal goods, fashion pieces, souvenirs, and regional delicacies. The initiative was launched in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry Region 9 and the SM for MSMEs program. Inspired by the traditional Mindanao sailboat known as the vinta, the marketplace reflects color, culture, and community. Each booth showcases products rooted in regional identity while giving entrepreneurs direct access to mall shoppers. Supporting Business Growth for MSMEs Beyo...

A new competitive stage for women in esports is here. Athena Cup Season 2 officially opens registration for an all women competition focused on Mobile Legends: Bang Bang players across the Philippines. Organized by CBNZ Perspective, the tournament aims to spotlight rising female talent and push them toward larger regional and global competition. Registration Now Open for Women MLBB Teams Registration begins March 22, 2026 and welcomes teams composed entirely of female players from across the country. The event builds on the success of the previous season and continues its mission to grow women participation in competitive Mobile Legends. Athena Cup Season 2 creates a structured competitive environment where teams can showcase mechanics, strategy, and team coordination. The goal is simple. Discover top women players and elevate them to higher level tournaments. Road to International Women MLBB Competition Teams that qualify will battle through multiple stages in pursuit of the Athena Cu...

Acer has officially marked two decades of market leadership in the Philippines, maintaining its position as the country’s No. 1 laptop brand for 20 consecutive years from 2006 to 2025. This historic milestone is supported by the IDC Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker, Q4 2025, the premier global provider of market intelligence for information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets. Acer also reached an all-time high in consumer laptop market share of 37.3% in 2025, according to Nielsen-GfK data. Its leadership is evident in the consumer gaming and non-gaming segments, with 40.5% and 36.1% market share, respectively. “We are incredibly proud to have earned the trust of Filipino consumers for twenty years,” said Sue Ong-Lim, Managing Director of Acer Philippines. “We will continue to serve our consumers in ways we know best to remain the top-of-mind computer brand in the country.” Sustained growth and market dominance stem from Acer’s accessible premium ...

TCL, a leading global technology company and Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner, today celebrated the end of the Olympic Winter Games, a landmark moment for both sporting achievement and as an unprecedented stage for its technology. Throughout Milano Cortina 2026, TCL played a key role in elevating how fans, athletes, and global audiences alike enjoy the event, harnessing its latest innovations to help share the greatest human sporting achievements with unprecedented clarity, scale, and emotional impact.   At the International Broadcast Center (IBC), the nerve center of global coverage, TCL provided more than 330 TV screens and 300 commercial display units so broadcasters and media professionals could watch every moment in exceptional detail, supporting the seamless transmission of each event to millions of viewers worldwide. Across the Olympic Villages, TCL smart home appliances ensured comfort for athletes, while specially optimized display systems enabled the “Athlete Mome...

    TCL Commercial Partners at the AIrfinite Possibilities   Global electronics leader and the Philippines' top-selling TV brand, TCL, recently convened its key AC partners at the Marriott Grand Ballroom for a Commercial Partners showcase spanning from February 2-5, 2026. The convention, titled “AIrfinite Possibilities,” focused on the brand’s vision for delivering smarter comfort and healthier home environments through its industry-leading air conditioning line.   The convention spotlighted TCL’s forward-looking vision of delivering smarter comfort and healthier home environments through its industry-leading air conditioning innovations. Nearly 500 valued partners attended the exclusive gathering, underscoring the strength of TCL’s growing AC network and the shared commitment driving the brand’s continued expansion in the category.   Throughout the event, partners were formally recognized for their steadfast support and vital contributions to TCL’s remarkable g...

Beat the summer heat like a pro Acerpure, the lifestyle brand of Acer, is officially stepping into the big leagues of home appliances with its new Acerpure Chill window type air conditioners in the Philippines. Designed for Filipino homes and condo setups, Acerpure Chill brings gaming rig style efficiency to cooling by mixing smart tech, clean aesthetics, and eco friendly hardware. Next level cooling performance Acerpure Chill is powered by a Dual Inverter Compressor, which uses two rotors to cool your room faster while drawing less power, similar to how a well tuned gaming PC balances performance and efficiency. This design helps keep temperatures stable, cuts noise, and is built for longer service life compared to standard non inverter window AC units. The lineup uses R32 refrigerant, which has zero Ozone Depletion Potential and a lower Global Warming Potential than older refrigerants, so you get strong cooling without wrecking the environment. Acerpure has been expanding its ecosyst...