HONOR Teases Revolutionary "Robot Phone" Ahead of MWC 2026

Manila, Philippines, October 16, 2025 – HONOR just teased the new HONOR ROBOT PHONE at the HONOR Magic8 series launch in Beijing – a new species of AI device that merges multi-modal AI, robotic capabilities and advanced handheld imaging, marking a key milestone in HONOR’s ALPHA PLAN and its push toward becoming a global AI device ecosystem leader.

The HONOR ROBOT PHONE is set to combine robotics and advanced imaging. More details will be revealed at MWC 2026 in Barcelona according to HONOR.

Initial details are here: https://www.honor.com/global/events/honor-robot-phone/. Stay updated on all HONOR news by visiting www.hihonor.com or following HONOR’s official social media platforms: Facebook (@HonorPhilippines), Instagram (@honorph), and TikTok (@honorphilippines). To explore HONOR’s full list of retail stores, visit https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.

First Ever Smart Robot Debuts at SM

Taking mall-going experiences to a whole new level, the country’s first ever in-mall smart customer service robot debuts at SM Supermalls during 1st quarter of 2019, in partnership with New Kinpo Group – a Taiwan-based tech company. Your newest in-mall, go-to guide will provide mall directions, deals, promos, and other new happenings to watch out for at SM! 

“In pursuit of bringing family fun experiences for all, SM is excited to bring to customers another fun innovation that aims to transform shopping and retail experiences in the country,” said Steven Tan, SM Supermalls COO.

The New Kinpo Group (NKG) is a Taiwan-based technology company that specializes in global electronic and original design manufacturing services. This tech giant is known for its developments in robotics, smart-home appliances, and electronic beauty products among others. 

Be the first to experience the initial run of SM’s newest smart robot at SM Megamall. Truly, shopping has never been this fun and interactive at SM Supermalls!

For more information, visit www.smsupermalls.com. 

Internet of Things Summit Philippines on August 17 and 18, 2018

Now on its third year, the Internet of Things Summit Philippines is an annual gathering and showcase of IoT technology in the country. It is undeniable that technology makes the world simpler. People today have more positive view of how technology is affecting their lives. Based on the survey by Nielsen, more than 74 percent feel that new technology makes their lives easier. People are not just using technology to communicate but they also use it in making transactions. It is technology that gives businesses the opportunities to go beyond. It also help in making cities stay connected and smart. With the rise of technology, Internet of Things or simply "IoT" is indeed the “Next Big Thing” in the world of innovation. The 3rd IoT Summit will be held on August 17 and 18, 2018 at the Megatrade Hall 3, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. The summit will focus on how we can maximize our knowledge in technology related to Internet of Things. It includes a conference divided into six tracks: Connected City, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Privacy and Security, Machine Learning and Wearables with experts from across the industry led by USEC. Monchito Ibrahim from the Department of Information and Communucations Technology.

Aside from the conference, they conducted an IoT Robotics Workshop last July 14 at the PLDT Innolab, Mandaluyong City, facilitated by PhilRobotics and Egizmo Mechatronix. The course outline of the workshop includes Introduction to Arduino, Arduino Programming Workshop, PBOT Programming, Building the Sumobot and Sumobot Battle. This workshop aims to give the knowledge to learn the basics of building a Sumobot in just a day. Participated in by kids and adults with zero knowledge in Robot programming and Arduino. 

The 3rd IoT Summit Philippines is organized by Red Wizard Events Technology and presented by Smart, PLDT Enterprise, Globaltronics, MiGuard and Unionbank of the Philippines. This is also co-presented by Accenture Technology, United Neon, ChatbotPH and Intel in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology, National ICT Confederation of the Philippines and IoT Technology Inc.

For more information about the conference you check www.iotsummit.ph or call the secretariat at (02) 218 9023 or at 09179048777 and 09209734926

IT Report: Philippines Investment Guide Launched

KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co. (KPMG RGM&Co.), the Philippine member firm of KPMG International, recently held Let’s Talk Tech – a series of IT discussions on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics Process Automation (RPA), Data & Analytics (D&A), Blockchain and Tax Intelligence Solution (TIS), at the Asian Institute of Management in Makati City. It also launched its 2018 annual investment guide entitled IT Report: Philippines which highlights the dynamism of the IT-BPM industry which has proven to be among the country’s economic game changers for the past 20 years or so and will continue to provide support for strong growth in the years to come. Present during the event were: (from left) KPMG RGM&Co. vice chairman and chief operating officer Emmanuel P. Bonoan, KPMG Australia’s Michael Rochanakij, KPMG RGM&Co. chairman and chief executive officer Sharon G. Dayoan, IT veteran Joel H. Garcia, KPMG RGM&Co. tax partner Leandro Ben M. Robediso, advisory partners Jallain S. Manrique and Michael H. Guarin.