‘Backrooms’ The World's #1 Movie Opens In The Philippines With Only Limited Cinemas

Global Horror Phenomenon BACKROOMS Opens June 3; Filipino Audiences Urged to Secure Tickets Early 

After dominating the global box office and becoming the No. 1 movie in the world, BACKROOMS arrives in Philippine cinemas beginning June 3. But unlike most major Hollywood releases, the horror phenomenon will only be shown in a limited number of cinemas nationwide, making every screening one of the most sought-after movie events of the season. 

The film shattered expectations during its opening weekend, earning US$118 million worldwide and claiming the No. 1 spot at the global box office. It also delivered the biggest opening weekend in A24 history, the largest debut ever for an original horror film, and the biggest launch ever for a first-time filmmaker. 

CreaZion Studios, A24’s official partner for ‘Backrooms’ in the Philippines announces that Filipino audiences will finally get the chance to experience the movie that has captivated audiences around the world — if they can find a screening near them. 

HONOR 600 Series Now Available in Globe Stores Nationwide

Experience the ultimate HONOR AI smartphone innovation through Globe’s accessible and flexible plans

Leading global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines announced that the highly top-selling HONOR 600 Series is now officially available in Globe Stores nationwide, making its breakthrough AI capabilities and flagship-level experience more accessible to Filipino consumers through flexible Globe postpaid plans.

Starting May 30 to July 15, 2026, customers can own the all-new HONOR 600 5G via Globe GPlan Plus 1299 for only Php 754 per month for 24 months, bundled with 30GB swappable data, unlimited all-network calls and texts, landline calls, unlimited 5G access, and exclusive perks through the GlobeOne app. As an added treat, subscribers will also receive a FREE HONOR Choice Earbuds Clip worth Php 4,999.

DOOGEE to release BoneBeat Series on 6.6: Innovative audio solutions for the active Filipino

The DOOGEE BoneBeat Series has officially arrived in the Philippines, bringing innovative bone conduction audio technology to local swimmers, runners, cyclists, and fitness buffs.

With the rising popularity of cycling clubs, triathlon teams, and weekend sports enthusiasts, this new collection is designed to support and empower with a range of durable, comfortable, and safety-focused gear designed for high performance at an affordable price point.

Taylor Swift Announces New Original Song “I Knew It, I Knew You” For Disney And Pixar’s “Toy Story 5”

New Single Releases This Friday, June 5

Tickets are now on sale for “Toy Story 5” releasing in Philippine cinemas June 17

Book your tickets now: https://www.disney.ph/movies/toy-story-5

Following the history-making success of her latest album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” 14-time GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Taylor Swift has announced a brand-new original song, “I Knew It, I Knew You,” for Disney and Pixar’s highly anticipated June 17 theatrical release “Toy Story 5.”

The new song—written and produced by Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff—releases wherever music is streamed and purchased on Friday, June 5. The single will be featured on the “Toy Story 5” soundtrack when it releases on June 19.

What's New On HBO Max This June

From the returning series of HBO Original House of the Dragon, and the finale of Euphoria Season three, to exciting movie premieres, including Wicked: For Good with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 starring Josh Hutcherson, Song Sung Blue with Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, and Hamnet, directed by Oscar® winner Chloé Zhao and stars Oscar® winner Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, all on HBO Max.

Celebrate Father's Day with a selection of iconic hits, including Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins, The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises, HBO Originals Succession, The Sopranos and fan favorite comedies like The Office, The Paper, Rooster, and much more.

Ayala Malls Cinemas Presents Venice Film Festival 2024 Competition Entry “QUEER” Directed by Luca Guadagnino Opens June 10

For years, Ayala Malls Cinemas has celebrated Pride Month by championing stories that reflect love, diversity, and authenticity on the big screen. As an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community, Ayala Malls Cinemas continues its support for creating a space where audiences can experience compelling films that spark conversation, representation, empathy, and understanding. 

This Pride Month, Ayala Malls Cinemas brings bold, cinematic storytelling this Pride Month starting June 10 with the acclaimed film from visionary director Luca Guadagnino (Call Me by Your Name, and Challengers), “QUEER,” based on the novel by William S. Burroughs. In 2024, the film made its mark as an Official Competition entry at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, where it received a 9-minute standing ovation, proving its emotional impact and artistic acclaim.

Nationwide Rush: HONOR 600 First Day Sale Draws Huge Crowds

Strong Consumer Demand Fuels Nationwide HONOR 600 Redemption Rush 

Excitement reached new heights as long lines formed across HONOR Experience Stores and partner retailers nationwide during the first day sale and redemption of the highly anticipated HONOR 600 Series on May 30. 

From Metro Manila to key cities across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, eager customers lined up early to claim their pre-ordered HONOR 600 and be among the first owners of HONOR’s newest AI-powered smartphone. The overwhelming turnout highlights the growing demand for the HONOR 600 Series, which has captured the attention of consumers with its advanced AI imaging capabilities, stylish design, and powerful performance. 

Acer Presents Latest Visual Product Lineup Including QD-OLED Monitors

Also announces two portable monitors for on-the-go productivity

Acer today announced a new lineup of visual solutions to power creativity, entertainment, and productivity: the Acer ProDesigner PE320QK G0 monitor, Acer CE320QK G monitor, Acer HL6820GTV laser projector, Acer HD1500 portable smart projector, Acer PM161Q JB and PM131QT portable monitors, and the wearable Aspire Badge accessory. The new visual solutions deliver Acer's latest advancements in display technology, color accuracy, and smart connectivity across a wide range of use cases — from professional creative workflows and home cinema to mobile productivity and personal expression.

Acer Unveils Comprehensive Lineup of Veriton Workstations and Desktops

New stationary solutions span top performance for advanced agentic AI workflows and compact PCs for everyday office use and digital displays. 

Acer today announced four new Veriton commercial desktops and workstations designed to elevate performance, security, and AI capabilities. Across performance levels and form factors, the new lineup offers enterprises, SMBs, AI developers, and creative professionals a comprehensive range of solutions to meet diverse stationary computing demands.

Acer Veriton RA110 AI Mini Workstation for Advanced AI Workloads

The Acer Veriton RA110 AI Mini Workstation (VRA110) is a Windows 11 Copilot+ PC built for developers, product engineers, and creative professionals who need to run advanced AI workloads locally — including agentic and generative AI, 3D design, and content creation. Powered by the AMD Ryzen™ AI Max+ 395 processor with AMD Radeon™ 8060S Graphics[], the system is capable of running up to 126 TOPS[], supporting AI models of up to 200 billion parameters per system to tackle the most demanding professional applications.

Marvel Animation’s “X-MEN ’97” Returns To Disney+ For Second Season On July 1

Marvel Animation’s Emmy®-nominated series “X-Men ’97” returns to Disney+ for a second season on July 1. A trailer and poster are available now. The first season of “X-Men ‘97” is one of the most-watched Disney+ Original animated series (based on hours streamed globally), and a hit with fans and critics alike. It is currently “Certified Fresh” with a 99% on Rotten Tomatoes as of today.

“X-Men ’97” Season 2 continues with the heroic mutant team of X-Men, divided and thrown across different eras in time as they struggle to navigate their return home. Meanwhile, back in the 1990s, suspicious foes and new strains of mutant intolerance are on the rise in the wake of the X-Men’s absence. The second season of the original animated series features 9 episodes, and the voice cast includes Ross Marquand as Professor X, Matthew Waterson as Magneto, Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, Cal Dodd as Wolverine, Lenore Zann as Rogue, and George Buza as Beast.

The series is executive produced by Brad Winderbaum, Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Julia Lewald, Eric Lewald, Larry Houston, and Beau DeMayo. The supervising producer is Jake Castorena. Episodes written by JB Ballard, Beau DeMayo, Bailey Moore, Antony Sellitti, Brian Ford Sullivan, and Mariah Wilson. The episodic directors are Emmett Yonemura and Chase Conley.