TECNO's POVA 7 Ultra 5G Becomes The 2025 Honor of Kings International Championship (KIC2025) Official Gaming Phone

Manila/ November 2025 TECNO’s POVA 7 Ultra 5G is taking centerstage this month at the Honor of Kings’ (HOK) main yearend global esports event as 2025 Honor of Kings International Championship (KIC2025) official gaming phone.

Running from November 14 to the 30th in the Philippines, the KIC2025 will gather the world’s top 16 top-tier teams that will battle it out for the top spot and US$1,000,000 prize pool. The world’s most-played multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game, HOK has more than 100 million daily players. It is developed by Timi Studios and published by Level Infinite. 

As the official gaming phone, AI-driven innovative technology brand TECNO’s interstellar-inspired POVA 7 Ultra 5G brings flagship power with a durable 6000mAh battery, 70W Ultra Charge, and 30W Wireless Fast Charge, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate AI Processor for top-tier gaming performance and multi-tasking efficiency. 

Rise for Honor

KIC2025 will showcase the cultural diversity of participants as well as the Philippines’ local flavor as the host country, and will revolve around an esports-themed carnival. 

 “At Honor of Kings, players are at the heart of everything we do. Partnering with TECNO allows us to deliver smoother, more responsive gameplay and inspire the next generation of esports talent,” said Benj Dalmacio, Senior Business Development Manager, Level Infinite Philippines 

“We’re excited to be part of the KIC2025. TECNO will support Filipino gamers all the way to the top with POVA 7 Ultra 5G’s best-in-class, powerful features. Good luck to all the participants!” said Jason Wang, CEO of TECNO Mobile Philippines.

Competing teams include Blacklist International, BOOM Esports, Elevate, ACT Esports Club, Homebois BSE, Nova Esports, Alpha Gaming, Bigetron by Vitality, Kagendra, Vesakha Esports, Loops, Alpha7 Esports, Nongshim RedForce, OG Esports, Twisted Minds and Rex Regum Qeon.

Number 1 Official Gaming Phone in the Philippines

The POVA 7 Ultra 5G is the 2025 number 1 official gaming phone in the Philippines. It is the official gaming phone of PUBGM PMSL SEA 2025 Championship, PUBGM PMCL 2025 Championship, HOK Philippine Kings League, and Philippine National Esports Team SIBOL.

Designed for full immersion, POVA 7 Ultra 5G delivers a 4D Gaming Vibration, Dual Speakers with Dolby Atmos, and a suite of customized gaming features, creating an audio-visual experience built for the next generation of mobile gamers and explorers. The POVA 7 Ultra 5G is the most powerful smartphone for all 120fps popular games in its price range with its official price of PhP16,999. During its recent launch, Filipino gamers and users enjoyed exclusive generous promos and freebies. Buyers will receive three limited stock freebies worth PhP1,999 when they purchase the POVA 7 Ultra 5G – one POVA wireless powerbank (5000mAh), one customized DITO Prepaid Gaming SIM, and one special case card.

A New Symbol of Tech-Style: The POVA 7 Ultra 5G is Arriving Soon

Manila/ 30 July 2025 AI-driven innovative technology brand TECNO is bringing to Filipino youth its culture defining tech style icon, the POVA 7 Ultra 5G on August 8. Bold, sleek and minimalist with pure interstellar spaceship design and hyper gaming engine for elite esports, the POVA 7 Ultra 5G is trusted by champions to push limits.

As the official gaming phone of Philippine national esports team SIBOL, the POVA 7 Ultra 5G is the perfect power partner for SIBOL to dominate the global gaming arena at the Southeast Asian Games and World Esports Games.

From galaxy to your grip - lighting up your world, dancing to your life

The POVA 7 Ultra 5G will capture the imagination of a new generation of edgy and futuristic users with its full customization capability - distinctive appearance and iconic styling designed to delight. Generic phones will be a thing of the past for the Filipino youth with this ultra stylish smartphone.

The POVA 7 Ultra 5G redefines trendy tech art with its “Line & Lighting” theme, featuring upgraded 104 mini-LEDs surrounding the camera for the innovative “Status Light,” enabling customizable lighting patterns for notifications and enhancing both style and functionality. 

Beyond visual distinction, the POVA 7 Ultra 5G excels in performance, offering a full suite of AI-powered tools supported by a high-performance chipset and robust battery. It is truly a symbol of TECNO’s dedication to continuing its mission of empowering next generation users with trend-tech styles and advanced technology.

Get it first on TikTok Super Brand Day on 8.8

Be among the first to own the POVA 7 Ultra 5G during its first launch on TikTok on Super Brand Day. Running from Aug 8 to Aug 14, customers who purchase the new smartphone will get freebies worth up to PhP1,999 - buy 1 get 1 POVA wireless powerbank + 1 Customised Dito UNLI PUBG Prepaid Gaming SIM card + 1 Special Edition PUBGM case card.

Experience POVA 7 Ultra 5G’s superpower at the POVA Gaming Fiesta

Make your way to SM Fairview on August 9 to experience firsthand POVA 7 Ultra 5G’s futuristic features and powerful performance. Immerse yourself in esport games like never before and feel the difference when you outperform opponents and light up your wins in celebration.

Meet and greet the gamechangers and trendsetters, starting with POVA 7 Ultra 5G’s Chief Gaming Officer. Take front row seats and watch a top gamer Showmatch. See why SIBOL picked POVA 7 Ultra 5G as its official gaming phone, and TECNO Mobile Philippines as its official smartphone partner.

Similar to TECNO’s mantra, SIBOL will "Stop At Nothing" in its quest to bring honor to the Philippines in the esports arena. Game on!

PESO Celebrates Phenomenal 2023 Achievements in Esports, Unveils Visionary Plans for 2024

Manila, Philippines - The Philippine Esports Organization (PeSO) proudly reflects on a remarkable year of triumphs in 2023, marked by outstanding performances from Team Sibol and significant organizational milestones. As the organization bids farewell to a year of triumphs, PESO is poised to embark on an even more exciting journey in 2024.

SIBOL's Triumph in 2023: A Resounding Victory on the Global Esports Stage

In a spectacular showcase of talent and determination, Team Sibol emerged victorious at the Southeast Asian Games in May 2023. Securing a total of six medals, including 2 gold, 1 silver, and 3 bronze, Sibol left an indelible mark on the esports landscape. Notably, Sibol made history by winning medals in every esports title at the SEA Games.

The Mobile Legends team continued their dominance by clinching a third consecutive gold medal, extending their reign in the esports arena. The International Esports Federation (IESF) 2023 witnessed further triumphs, with Sibol claiming two medals – 1 gold and 1 silver. Crowned overall champions, Sibol's victories in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and Tekken 7 events showcased their global prowess.

The pinnacle of success came in September 2023 when the Philippines was crowned the Overall World Champion at IESF, prevailing over 111 countries. Sibol's Grand World Esports Championship win in 'Taon ng Tagumpay' highlighted the team's dedication and skill on the world stage.

“We take immense pride in supporting a team of talented and passionate players who have been training relentlessly to represent our country. Looking ahead to 2024, we hold firm in our belief that Sibol will persist in elevating the Philippines on the global esports stage., says Sibol general manager Jab Escutin.

PESO's Remarkable 2023: Unveiling New Headquarters and Securing International Recognition

July 2023 marked a significant moment for PESO with the inauguration of its new headquarters in Mandaluyong. This state-of-the-art facility serves as the nerve center for Team Sibol, providing cutting-edge facilities for training and collaboration.

The accolades continued as PESO was honored with the title of National Federation of the Year 2023 by the International Esports Federation (IESF). Outshining 140 countries, this recognition underscored PESO's commitment to the development and promotion of esports.

Anticipating an exciting 2024

Looking ahead to 2024, PESO plans to build an esports facility that can fulfill different esports needs such as Sibol athlete training, onsite events, and broadcasting. The organization announced that it has already the blueprint for such facility and it’s on the finalizing the proper procedures for its funding

Additionally PESO is also expanding its National Grassroots Programs (NGP) with a focus on Visayas and Mindanao. Recognizing the need to nurture talent at the grassroots level, PESO aims to provide opportunities to players beyond traditional esports hubs. Plans include targeting eight locations across Luzon, NCR, and VisMin to bring NGP initiatives to a broader audience. In collaboration with numerous partners, PESO aims to identify and develop players with potential through the grassroots programs. 

“In 2024, PESO is resolute in fostering esports talent through the advancement of our esports facility.  Our focus on enhancing esports infrastructure reflects our commitment to providing top-tier environments for players to hone their skills. Moreover, our commitment extends beyond physical boundaries. PESO's esports facility is not just a space; it's a dynamic broadcast center, bringing online events to life with cutting-edge technology and production values. PESO's vision for 2024 is to create spaces that inspire excellence and propel esports to new heights, ” says PESO executive director Marlon Marcelo.

As PESO reflects with pride on its accomplishments in 2023, the organization eagerly anticipates the challenges and triumphs that lie ahead in 2024. With visionary plans for grassroots development and a commitment to elevating Philippine esports on the global stage, PESO is poised for yet another groundbreaking year.