Cignal Play Revolutionizes Video Streaming as Star-Studded Microdramas Offer Big Emotions in Micro Format

Cignal Play has officially redefined Filipino storytelling with the launch of its latest digital innovation, Cignal Play Microdrama, offering emotionally-charged, under-five-minute vertical dramas designed for today’s fast-paced, mobile-first world. 

Unveiled through an immersive and engaging media conference held last July 16, the launch of Cignal Play Microdrama transported guests into the vivid world of vertical dramas. From LED screen panels displaying dynamic visuals and interactive touchscreens to life-sized story vignettes transforming the venue into a living, breathing universe of microdrama, guests were not just introduced to content – they lived it.

Watch the official teaser for the thrilling final comeback of ‘Stranger Things’

This November, The Final Chapter Begins...

The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished – his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing her back into hiding. As the anniversary of Will’s disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread. The final battle is looming – and with it, a darkness more powerful and more deadly than anything they’ve faced before. To end this nightmare, they’ll need everyone – the full party – standing together, one last time.

Volume 1 drops November 26th (5pm PT) with four episodes, Volume 2 on December 25th (5pm PT), and the finale on December 31st (5pm PT).

Explore the 'Multiverse of Fun' from July 16 to 29

Showers Of Fun Await At SM North Edsa's "Collectors Con Year 3"

Collectors and their best finds at the Collectors Con Year 3 

It is rainy season in Manila, but at SM North EDSA, the downpour brings something more exciting through the return of “Collectors Con Year 3” that is taking over The Block Atrium from July 16 to 29.

Expect a storm of exclusive deals, rare finds, and thrilling activities as collectors of all ages are invited to dive into a multiverse of must-have collectibles, especially exclusive drops from brands including Toy Kingdom, GeekPH, Filbars, CO., Coolectzone, The SM Store, Miniso, KKV, Bearpick, All Aboard by Gaming Library, and Courtside.

TCL Maintains Dominance as Philippines' No. 1 Panel TV Brand!

Talk about a winning streak! For the second year running, TCL, the Triple Global Top 1 TV Brand and a leading force in consumer electronics, has absolutely dominated the No. 1 spot in the Panel TV Brand category, according to the recent Annual Cumulative Market Share Data for Panel TVs from TRS Research. This news powerfully solidifies TCL's position as a global powerhouse in the TV industry!

As they mark their 25th year in the business, TCL has once again hit a remarkable milestone: seizing the top spot in both market share (value and volume) for their core TV business! TCL has also dominated the premium TV segment, clinching the top position for QLED televisions, according to TRS research.

IV OF SPADES reunite with surprise release of “Aura”

The new track serves as the band’s first official release under their new record label, Sony Music Entertainment and their new management, Balcony Music Entertainment

IV OF SPADES are finally back! 

After going on hiatus to pursue their respective solo careers and side projects, the Filipino rock supergroup breaks their silence with the surprise release of “Aura,” their first single since 2020’s “Sariling Multo (Sa Panaginip).”

Produced by IV OF SPADES and Brian Lotho, the song explores themes of longing and unconditional love, searching for meaning and home among the sea of people.

Accompanying the release of “Aura” is a music video directed and produced by the award-winning team at Lunchbox. Shot on a scenic hilltop, the visuals capture the band in candid moments: walking, goofing around, and enjoying their time together. It’s both intimate and cinematic, reminding fans of the chemistry that once made IV OF SPADES a household name.

HBO Original Harry Potter Television Series Begins Production

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Production has commenced on the HBO Original Harry Potter television series at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, UK. The series will debut in 2027 on HBO and HBO Max where it’s available, including in upcoming launch markets Germany, Italy and the UK.

Newly announced cast includes Rory Wilmot as Neville Longbottom, Amos Kitson as Dudley Dursley, Louise Brealey as Madam Rolanda Hooch, and Anton Lesser as Garrick Ollivander. 

Newly announced department heads include Adriano Goldman (Director of Photography), Cate Hall (Hair and Makeup Designer), Paul Herbert (Stunt Coordinator), Mark Holt (SFX Supervisor), Mara LePere-Schloop (Production Designer), Naomi Moore (Set Decorator), John Nolan (Creature Effects Design Supervisor), Alexis Wajsbrot (VFX Supervisor), Dom Sidoli (VFX Producer), and previously announced Holly Waddington (Costume Designer). 

Canon Philippines partners with Home Credit to offer flexible financing options to Filipinos

Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. has announced a strategic partnership with Home Credit, a leading consumer finance provider in the country. This collaboration marks the beginning of their shared commitment to making Canon’s inkjet printers more accessible to consumers through flexible and affordable financing options.

With this partnership, customers purchasing Canon PIXMA printers through Home Credit will enjoy easy-to-manage installment plans, making high page yield printers more attainable to households and small businesses alike. Anuj Aggarwal, President and CEO of Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc., shares, “We’re excited to partner with Home Credit to provide Filipinos more access to our inkjet printers. More people can now experience a wide range of printing capabilities of our G series. I am sure people using it for home, small business, small office, or professional work will appreciate what our products have to offer.”