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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Samsung has announced it’s newest foldable Android mobile phone. This high end mobile phone has two displays — an 8 inch AMOLED screen that gets tacked away when folded and a 6.5 inch AMOLED “cover” display that is active when folded.

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Oppo A5 Pro 5G

Oppo released the Oppo A5 Pro 5G for budget conscious buyers that want an Android mobile phone with modern features and yet very light on the pocket. This mobile phone ticks many of the features that you would expect in a mobile phone in 2025.

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Xiaomi Poco F7

Xiaomi has released the Poco F7 Android mobile phone. The affordable mobile phone supports dual SIM but not an external microSD storage card. The fingerprint sensor is under the screen.

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Apple iPhone 16e

Apple has released the iPhone 16e that is light on the budget. The mobile phone is available in black or white. You can choose from 128GB, 256GB or 512GB storage capacities.

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Improving convenience with the EDSA–Ortigas Busway Footbridge

If work, live or travelled to Ortigas Center lately, you’ve probably noticed the construction activity near SM Megamall and the EDSA Busway station. The EDSA–Ortigas Busway Footbridge is a major infrastructure project designed to connect the EDSA Busway Ortigas Station directly to SM Megamall via an elevated, covered pedestrian link to make commuting safer, easier, and more efficient for the tens of thousands who pass through this busy district every day.

Why the Footbridge Matters

For pedestrians and commuters, the current setup can be chaotic. Crowded sidewalks, fast-moving buses, and the absence of convenient crossings make the EDSA–Ortigas intersection one of the more stressful parts of a daily commute. This new footbridge is meant to fix that. For anyone who regularly uses the EDSA Busway or shops and works around Ortigas, this is going to be a game-changer.

Expect some delays in travel

Of course, any major construction project comes with a cost—especially for motorists. Since construction began in January 2025, traffic along EDSA, particularly around the Ortigas junction, has gotten heavier. Drivers are now dealing with:

  • Lane reductions and rerouting
  • Longer wait times at traffic lights
  • Bottlenecks near SM Megamall and Guadix Drive

While city traffic authorities have recommended using alternative routes like Shaw Boulevard and Pioneer Street, congestion remains a daily struggle for those heading through Ortigas during rush hours. Bottom line: Plan your trips ahead, and if you can, avoid the area during peak times.

What You Can Do Now

Whether you’re a commuter, a driver, or a weekend shopper, here are some tips to help you get through the construction period:

  • Drivers: Avoid Ortigas–EDSA during peak times. Use Waze or Google Maps to monitor traffic and explore alternate routes like C5 or Shaw Blvd.
  • Commuters: Stick to the MRT footbridge or designated crosswalks. Be extra cautious near construction zones, especially during early mornings or after dark.
  • Everyone: Follow updates from MMDA, Ortigas Center, and the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to stay informed on progress and advisories.

Infrastructure development is never easy—especially in a city as complex and congested as Metro Manila. But projects like the EDSA–Ortigas footbridge are necessary steps toward a more accessible and commuter-friendly future. So while the traffic is frustrating now, remember: Ortigas is building not just bridges, but a better city experience for everyone.

Tiendesitas

Tiendesitas caters to foreign and domestic shoppers looking for the best Philippine products. It showcases the best that the Philippines can offer – native food, fashion wear and accessories, furniture, antiques, handicrafts, personal care and novelty items, pets, plants, and other locally made products. Tiendesitas sits on a 30,000 square meter area within Frontera Verde, […]

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Tom’s World (SM Megamall)

Tom’s World is a mini theme park with castle and carnival design theme located Robinsons Galleria. It has a wide variety of machines like; Prize & Ticket Redemption machines, Driving & Shooting arcades, Kiddie Rides, Dance & Music Games, Sport Games plus Videoke Rooms all confined in a 2,000 square meter entertainment facility inside the […]

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Chewy Junior (SM Megamall)

Sink your teeth into your first Chewy Junior and you’ll know it’s not any ordinary cream puff. It’s crispy on the outside, yet soft and chewy on the inside, making it perfect to munch on! The puffs were an accidental creation by founder Kevin Ong, who had experimented with a blend of recipes from two […]

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X Rider (SM Megamall)

The X-Rider is a 6 to 8-seater mini theater showcasing 12 different educational and adventurous themes that will surely make every child crave for more. While the kid views images in a life-like 3-dimension (3D, the experience is on 4D, which means the viewers feel what they are watching. For example, the audience can feel […]

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California Berry (SM Megamall)

California Berry will be leading the market to a new trend of dessert that has brought craze all throughout the United States. At California Berry, you can experience flavorful authentic nonfat Frozen Yogurt with fresh and exciting array of toppings to choose from. The result is a delicious one of a kind sensation that enhances […]

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