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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Philippine Dental Societies, Sensodyne, and Polident Launch Nationwide Sensitivity Awareness and Denture Care Program
ASUS Launches Zenbook DUO (2026) and Zenbook S14 (2026)
ASUS today announced the availability and pricing of the Zenbook DUO and Zenbook S14 in the Philippines, strengthening its presence in the local market. Powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 3 processors, these premium AI laptops deliver exceptional performance with all-day battery life within thin, light, and durable designs. These features are made to adapt to the workflow of the modern Filipinos. Together with the newly unveiled Zenbook A16, ASUS redefines innovation and productivity with its 2026 Zenbook series.
SERIES | SPECS SUMMARY | INTRODUCTORY PRICE |
Zenbook DUO UX8407AA-SN152WSM | Intel Core Ultra 9 386H / 14-inch 144Hz 3K ASUS Lumina Pro OLED Dual Touchscreen Displays / 32 GB LPDDR5X / 1 TB M.2 SSD / Lifetime Office 2024 Home / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic with 100 GB Cloud Storage / ASUS Quality and Service Package / Moher Gray | PHP 179,995 |
SERIES | SPECS SUMMARY | INTRODUCTORY PRICE |
Zenbook S14 UX5406AA-SU165WSM | Intel Core Ultra 9 386H / 14-inch 120Hz 3K ASUS Lumina OLED Touchscreen Display / 32 GB LPDDR5X / 1 TB M.2 SSD / Lifetime Office 2024 Home / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic with 100 GB Cloud Storage / ASUS Quality and Service Package / Antrim Gray | PHP 129,995 |
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Mercato Centrale launches nationwide search for The Next Big Food Entrepreneur 2026
Mercato Centrale Group, the country’s leading food business incubator, is officially bringing back The Next Big Food Entrepreneur (NBFE) and has opened applications for aspiring food founders across the country. The returning flagship program once again invites Filipino culinary entrepreneurs to step forward for a chance to transform their concepts into sustainable, market-ready businesses.
For more than a decade, Mercato Centrale has served as a proving ground for small food entrepreneurs, creating spaces where passion meets market reality. Through its markets and mentorship ecosystem, it has helped nurture brands that started as weekend concepts and eventually became household names, including Mama Lou’s, Merry Moo, Sunrise Buckets, Thai Mango, and Tokyo Tempura.
“The Philippines is brimming with culinary talent, but talent alone isn’t enough to build a lasting brand,” said RJ Ledesma, CEO of Mercato Centrale Group. “Through The Next Big Food Entrepreneur, we aim to bridge creativity and entrepreneurship by giving founders not just exposure, but the mentorship, structure, and real-world experience they need to scale sustainably.”
The journey begins with the “Digital Sift,” a nationwide open call inviting food entrepreneurs to introduce themselves through a 30–40 second video on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok, sharing their product, inspiration, and the vision behind their brand. To qualify, participants must follow and tag Mercato Centrale’s official social media pages and include the hashtag #NBFE2026Entry. Entries will be accepted until March 17, 2026.
For aspiring entrepreneurs who may not have the means to produce a video entry, Mercato Centrale is also providing an alternative application pathway through an online submission form, accessible at tinyurl.com/NBFE2026.
Selected concepts advance to the “Tasting Table,” an intimate and curated experience where 15-20 shortlisted food brands present their creations to invited foodies and key opinion leaders. Beyond first bites, the session highlights the founder stories and the market potential behind each dish, offering early signals of what could become the next crowd favorite.
Afterward, finalists move on to the “Test Kitchen,” an exclusive bootcamp under Mercato Academy that shifts the focus from flavor to foundation. Participants sharpen their understanding of food costing, branding, operations, and go-to-market strategy, gaining the off-the-plate skills needed to build brands that are not only delicious but durable.
The journey culminates in “The Spread,” a large-scale, multi-sensory finale set for April 18, 2026, at Mercato Centrale Bridgetowne in Pasig City, the group’s largest location. Finalists will present and sell their concepts directly to the public, giving food lovers a first taste of what could become the country’s next breakout food brand.
One major winner will receive a Food SME Starter Package, which may include up to six months of free rent at a prime Mercato location, along with partner support and industry tools to accelerate their growth.
With demand for homegrown brands on the rise, NBFE 2026 serves as a launchpad for the next wave of Filipino food entrepreneurs, helping passionate creators transform culinary ideas into sustainable and market-ready businesses.
The NBFE 2026 is co-presented by GCash for Business and is supported by Uniquecorn Strategies as the official PR partner.
For updates and full program details, follow @mercatocentraleph on Instagram or Mercato Centrale on Facebook.
ASUS Announces 2026 All-in-One PCs and Desktops in the Philippines, Priced!
ASUS Philippines (ASUS) officially announces the arrival of the 2026 lineup of tower and all-in-one PCs. Headlining the complete and comprehensive 2026 lineup of tower PCs and all-in-one desktops is the ASUS V600 All-in-One PC, the latest addition to the renowned ASUS AiO series. Designed with a sleek aesthetic and powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 processor, the ASUS V600 is highly capable of handling demanding workloads with grace and ease. Touting 50 TOPs NPU, the V600 is also part of the Copilot+ PC family, making it equally efficient for any AI computing tasks.
While the ASUS V600 represents a new standard for all-in-one productivity platforms, the ASUS V500 Mini Tower is crafted to blend into the modern workspace while delivering dependable performance. The TUF Gaming TM500 and ROG GM700 prebuilt gaming desktops are also available for hardcore gaming and power-packed productivity experiences.
ASUS V600 ALL-IN-ONE PC: MINIMALIST AESTHETIC, PREMIUM PERFORMANCE
The ASUS V600 AiO (VM640KA) is ASUS’ latest all-in-one solution, combining premium hardware, cutting-edge AI productivity, and thoughtful functionality. Experience versatile performance with up to an AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 processor with AMD Radeon 820M graphics, 512GB SSD storage, and 16 GB DDR5 memory, allowing users to tap into accelerated productivity with Copilot+ PC features and unique AI assistance. ASUS V600’s 23.8-inch FHD IPS 178-degree wide-view display provides frictionless task navigation and a pleasurable viewing experience from any angle. This all-in-one device prioritizes ease of use with its impressive 93% screen-to-body ratio, 1920 x 1080 resolution paired with anti-glare coating, and TĆV Rheinland Eye Comfort certification.
The ASUS V600 comes with flexible connectivity – letting external devices and almost any peripheral connect for optimized productivity and enjoyment. It also features HDMI-in support, letting you use the V600 as a secondary screen for other devices such as laptops and even smartphones. The V600 also provides access to smart conferencing tools for evolving workload needs – including ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Technology for uninterrupted calls and the ASUS Adaptive Lock, which can detect the user’s presence or absence with a retractable IR camera.
The ASUS V600 AiO (VM640KA) is priced at PHP 56,995.
Product | Model | Spec Summary | SRP (PHP) |
ASUS V600 AiO | VM640KA-BPC003WS | Ryzen AI 5 330 / 16G DDR5 / Radeon 820M / 512G SSD / 23.8-inch FHD Non-touch / 90W / Office Home 2024 / ASUS Mouse & Keyboard / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service | 56,995 |
ASUS V500 MINI TOWER PC: QUIET TECH IN BRILLIANT LIVING
The ASUS V500 Mini Tower PC (V501MV) is powered by up to an Intel Core 7 240H and is crafted for productivity and style. Its Dark Wood color allows the V500 to elegantly fit into the modern work environment. Operating whisper-quiet at 38 dB in performance mode and 24 dB in whisper mode, enjoy a new take on computing design that blends quiet tech and performance. Additionally, it features up to 80 PLUS Platinum-certified PSU, which reduces heat generation and eliminates power-
The ASUS V500 Mini Tower (V501MV) with an Intel Core processor starts at PHP 41,995.
Product | Model | Spec Summary | SRP (PHP) |
ASUS V500 Mini Tower | V501MV-07240H018WS | Intel Core 7 240H / 8G DDR5 / Intel Graphics / 512G SSD / 15L / 330W Platinum / Office Home 2024 / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service | 54, 995 |
ASUS V500 Mini Tower | V501MV-05210H003WS | Intel Core 5 210H / 8G DDR5 / Intel Graphics / 512G SSD / 15L / 330W Platinum / Office Home 2024 / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service | 49,995 |
ASUS V500 Mini Tower | V501MV-03100U002WS | Intel Core 3 100U / 8G DDR5 / Intel Graphics / 512G SSD / 15L / 180W Bronze / Office Home 2024 / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service | 41,995 |
ASUS TUF GAMING TM500: BUILT FOR COMBAT
The TUF Gaming TM500 (TM500MH) is a compact gaming desktop that delivers power and efficiency in a streamlined form factor, fueled by an AMD Ryzen 7 260 Processor with a max boost of 5.1 GHz. Experience seamless gameplay with up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU, delivering high-powered performance in a compact build.
It comes with 16GB DDR5 SO-DIMM memory, and two (2) SO-DIMM slots that support up to 64GB of DDR5 5600MHz memory – allowing the machine to breeze through memory-heavy workloads and run the latest AAA titles, even with applications open in the background. The TM500MH also comes with up to 1TB of M.2 SSD storage and offers two (2) M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 storage slots supporting up to 2TB each, capable of reducing load times to mere seconds.
The TM500MH’s custom heatsink, with 1,218cm2 of total dissipation area, copper heat piping, and 90 mm cooling fan effectively stabilizes temperatures during heavy gaming sessions, producing consistent frame rates and eliminating overheating. With 45W of total cooling capacity, you can enjoy the full power of the Ryzen 7 260 mobile processor with greater power efficiency, less noise, and no doubt.
The ASUS TUF Gaming TM500 (TM500MH) starts at PHP 76,995.
Product | Model | Spec Summary | SRP (PHP) |
ASUS TUF Gaming TM500 | TM500MH-0R7260012WS | Ryzen 7 260 / 16G DDR5 / RTX 5060 8G / 1T SSD / 15L / 330W Platinum / Office Home 2024 / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service | 104,995 |
ASUS TUF Gaming TM500 | TM500MH-0R7260009WS | Ryzen 7 260 / 16G DDR5 / Radeon 780M / 1T SSD / 15L / 330W Platinum / Office Home 2024 / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service | 95,995 |
ASUS TUF Gaming TM500 | TM500MH-0R7260013WS | Ryzen 7 260 / 16G DDR5 / RTX 3050 6G / 512G SSD / 15L / 180W Bronze / Office Home 2024 / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service | 76,995 |
ROG GM700: THE BIRTH OF A LEGEND
the ROG GM700 (GM700TZ) demonstrates the undisputed power and beastly performance of the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor and AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU. With up to 32 GB of DDR5 memory, the GM700TZ can process jaw-dropping visuals at ultra-fast speeds and deliver quick inputs in clutch moments. With up to 2 TB of M.2 SSD storage, the GM700TZ guarantees swift load-times, high frame rates, and freedom from stutters in high-stakes gaming and the latest AAA titles.
Armed with the ASUS B650M-A AX6 II motherboard, users enjoy covetable upgrade potential with up to four (4) DDR5 U-DIMM slots, multiple M.2 slots, including one that supports PCIe 5.0 with data transfer speeds of up to 128 Gb/s, six (6) SATA 6Gb/s ports, and four (4) PCIe 4.0 slots. In addition, customization, maintenance, and future-proofing are easy thanks to its tool-less upgradeability.
The GM700TZ has exceptional cooling performance and is built to handle up to an 850W power supply with its 58-liter chassis,
ROG GM700 (GM700TZ) starts at PHP 139,995.
Product | Model | Spec Summary | SRP (PHP) |
ROG GM700TZ | GM700TZ-R9800X059WS | Ryzen 7 9800X3D / 32GB DDR5 / RX 9070XT 16G / 2T SSD / 58L / 850W Gold / Office Home 2024 / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service | 194,995 |
ROG GM700TZ | GM700TZ-R9700X035WS | Ryzen 7 9700X / 32G DDR5 / RX9060XT 16G / 1T SSD / 58L / 600W Gold / Office Home 2024 / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service | 139,995 |
For an alternative gaming solution, the ROG G700 (G700TF) is available powered by an Intel Ultra 7 265KF and an RTX 5070.
Product | Model | Spec Summary |
ROG G700TF | G700TF-7265KF070WS | Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF / 32GB DDR5 / RTX 5070 12G / 1T SSD / 58L / 850W Gold / Office Home 2024 / 1Y Microsoft 365 Basic / 3Y Local Warranty with Onsite Service |
INCLUSIONS & AVAILABILITY
The 2026 series of ASUS and ROG prebuilt consumer solutions is built with performance and reliability in mind. All include a 3-year local warranty with onsite support, support and peace of mind. Visit the ASUS and ROG Stores to experience and inquire about these incredible devices.
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