Philippines’ Best 3x3 Teams Battle for Global Glory at the Red Bull Half Court National Finals

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Manila, Philippines, May 26, 2026 — The Philippines' top three-on-three teams have spent months grinding through regional qualifiers. On June 13, they find out who among them is built for the world.

The Red Bull Half Court Philippines National Finals takes over Bigger Pictures, Mandaluyong, in a single-day, winner-takes-all showdown where speed, skill, and offensive power determine everything. Following a series of qualifiers across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the country's best streetball teams now converge for a single goal: to earn the right to represent the Philippines at the Red Bull Half Court World Finals in Manila.

Red Bull Half Court delivers the fastest version of three-on-three basketball, where games are capped at 10 minutes, and the first team to reach 21 points wins. What sets it apart from any other 3-on-3 format is the two unique rules that keep the pressure rising. First, the Own the Court Bonus, where six points are awarded to the highest-scoring squad in a cumulative team tally. In some cases, this bonus makes all the difference in the teams' final standings.

Next is the three-point shots rule. Introduced in 2024, this rule features two three-point spots marked by circles drawn two metres behind the arc. Once a player takes a shot with their foot on the circle, it counts for three points.

Spotlighting the Philippines' Rich Basketball Culture

Photos provided by Red Bull

More than a championship, the National Finals is a collision of stories, styles, and stakes. Emerging victorious from their respective regional qualifiers, the following regional teams now face off for one women's slot and one men's slot at the global court:

• Manila

• Uratex Tibay (Women's Team)

• Lady Maroons (Women's Team)

• SGF Kings (Men's Team)

• Filipino Mixtape (Men's Team)

• Cebu

• Gimcuad-Ninz (Women's Team)

• Team BOKKI (Men's Team)

• Davao

• Three-time winner Coaches Corner (Women's Team)

• Two-time winner Davao Agilas (Men's Team)

Some arrive with established reputations, others as rising contenders who fought through tightly contested brackets, but all teams have earned their place through decisive performances under pressure.

"Earning a chance at the World Final isn't only about winning games. It's about proving that the path from local community courts to the international stage is possible through discipline, resilience, and belief in the team," said Mart Redyn Arellano of Davao Agilas.

During the regional qualifiers, each winning team brought a distinct brand of play shaped by its local basketball culture. Manila's game was fast and calculated with reads and reactions built on years of urban court culture. Cebu brought relentless offensive energy, a high-scoring mentality that thrives in the format's pace. Davao arrived with confidence, grit, and chemistry, turning their regional qualifier into a showcase of total dominance.

Having dominated on home courts, teams must now adapt to a format where scoring output is just as critical as winning, pushing them to balance control with agility in every possession.

"Getting a spot at the World Finals means the world to us. As players from the province, we've spent years dreaming of sharing the court with the stars we look up to—the ones who inspire us every day to elevate our game. This opportunity is more than just a tournament; it is a moment we will carry with us forever," expressed Lorelaine Pulido Gestopa of Coaches Corner.

The Road to the World Stage

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"It's about time to bring the Red Bull Half Court World Finals here. Filipinos have improved and have been preparing for this kind of platform. 3-on-3 Basketball is well represented here in every street and every corner. As long as we can shoot a hoop, Filipinos will play basketball. All I'm saying is, welcome to the Philippines, where basketball is a part of being a Filipino," said Nathan Heinrich Egea of Filipino Mixtape.

The National Finals mark a defining moment for the competing teams and for the continued rise of streetball in the Philippines. Since 2021, Red Bull Half Court has built a platform that has taken streetball athletes across the globe from local courts to iconic international stages. Two Filipino teams will once again wear their country's pride as they perform on home court.

"If our team makes it to the World Finals, I would want the world to see that we, Filipinos, not only play with so much heart and passion, but we also play with great sportsmanship and integrity," expressed LJ Miranda of Uratex Tibay.

"If there's one thing that I'd want the world to see as they watch Filipino streetball, it's our heart. Everyone here in the Philippines plays with their whole heart," shared Mary Angela Abejar Alcos of Gimcuad-Ninz.

Witness Manila, Cebu, and Davao's best streetballers battle it out at the Red Bull Half Court Philippines National Finals on June 13 at Bigger Pictures, Mandaluyong. Doors open at 3PM. 

Find out which squads will earn the right to carry the Philippine flag to the Red Bull Half Court World Finals in Manila this December. Visit Red Bull Philippines' official website and social media channels (Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok) to learn more.

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G Announced: Flagship-Like Features at Budget-Friendly Prices

The Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G feature a sleek design, powerful cameras, and upgraded Awesome Intelligence, delivering reliable performance and confidence for everyday use.

SEOUL, Korea – March 25, 2026 – Samsung Electronics has officially unveiled the Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G, the latest additions to its Galaxy A series, bringing its newest mobile innovations — including enhanced Awesome Intelligence — to more users worldwide. This new lineup reflects Samsung’s push to make AI-powered features more accessible, giving users intuitive tools that help simplify everyday tasks. Both devices are designed to improve the overall experience, with upgrades in performance, camera quality, and display, as well as added durability and stronger security features. With up to six generations of OS updates and long-term security support, the Galaxy A series is built for longevity. Leading the lineup is the Galaxy A57 5G, featuring a slimmer, more refined design and enhanced AI capabilities, making it the most powerful Galaxy A series device yet.

"The new Galaxy A series reflects our continued commitment to AI democratization by bringing the latest innovations to more Galaxy users," said TM Roh, Chief Executive Officer, President, and Head of Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics. "With Samsung's fundamental capabilities combined with enriched Awesome Intelligence, Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G will deliver reliable everyday performance to users around the world and drive rapid AI expansion."

Enriched Awesome Intelligence Designed for Everyday Life

With the latest One UI 8.5, the Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G bring Samsung’s newest AI innovations to more users. Powered by enhanced Awesome Intelligence, these devices make it easier to get things done while opening new ways to create, stay productive, and complete everyday tasks more efficiently.

Voice Transcription is now added to the Voice Recorder app, making it easier to revisit key details from meetings, lectures, or calls. It can quickly transcribe and translate recordings, or even turn voicemail audio into readable text. AI Select is now more accessible through a long press on the Edge Panel, bringing useful actions directly on-screen. Users can instantly extract text or create content without manually highlighting items. It also now supports Drag & Drop in Multi-Window mode, allowing images to be easily moved into Samsung Notes or the Photo Editor for faster, more seamless editing. Awesome Intelligence continues to make photo editing more effortless. The Object Eraser delivers more natural-looking results when removing distractions, such as background passersby or clutter in cafés. On the Galaxy A57 5G, Best Face now supports more photos and continuous shooting, helping users capture group shots where everyone looks their best. Popular tools like Filters and Edit Suggestions also make it quicker to enhance and share photos without extra steps. The Galaxy A57 5G further adds Auto Trim, making video editing even more convenient. Meanwhile, Circle to Search with Google now supports multi-object recognition, allowing users to explore several items in a single image at once — from outfits to accessories — in a single search. 

The new Galaxy A series expands Awesome Intelligence experiences with a choice of agents designed to simplify everyday tasks, from search to planning to easily adjusting settings. As a conversational device agent, upgraded Bixby lets users intuitively control Galaxy settings and features using natural language. At the same time, Gemini navigates complex tasks across native Galaxy apps and select third-party apps to support faster, more intuitive interactions. 

Awesome Camera to Capture Clearer Photos and Videos, Day or Night

As AI becomes more deeply integrated into mobile experiences, camera performance remains essential to delivering the everyday usability and satisfaction users expect.

Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G deliver brighter, clearer visuals powered by the upgraded camera hardware and an improved Image Signal Processor (ISP). The devices feature a versatile triple-camera system, led by a 50MP main sensor, delivering sharp, detailed images across a wide range of lighting conditions without manual adjustments.

When the lights go down, the Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G cameras adapt seamlessly with improved Nightography, capturing clear, true-to-life photos and videos even in low-light conditions.

Galaxy A57 5G takes photography a step further with enhanced image processing that sharpens detail and reduces noise for even clearer, more vibrant results. It delivers rich contrast and balanced color even in challenging light, while a faster shutter speed lets users instantly capture fleeting moments with improved clarity.  

Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G also benefit from AI-based subject recognition and scene optimization to balance portraits, preserve natural skin tones, and create clearer background separation. When the moment calls for a wider perspective, the ultra-wide lens captures more in every group photo or landscape view. At the same time, the 5MP macro camera reveals fine details up close for added creative flexibility.

Performance for Streaming and Multitasking

Galaxy A57 5G delivers the best of both design and performance, combining upgraded CPU, GPU, and NPU for improved performance with its sleek, light form. Built for smooth streaming, scrolling, and content creation, its refined design features a glossy finish and distinctive triple-camera island for a standout modern look that feels comfortable in-hand.

Despite its slimmer profile, Galaxy A57 5G packs powerful performance. Its 5,000 mAh battery supports up to two days of use — powering everything from filming and editing to on-the-go viewing. Slimmer bezels and a bright Super AMOLED+ display with Vision Booster deliver an immersive, clear viewing experience indoors and outdoors.

Built for everyday use, the Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G are rated IP68 for water and dust resistance, providing durability in real-world environments and peace of mind in the event of accidents. 

Long-Term Support and Foundational Security

Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G reinforce Samsung's commitment to device longevity, offering up to six generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades, along with up to six years of security updates – giving users the confidence to rely on their device for years to come.

Samsung provides a fortified layer of device safety, transparency, and user choice with Knox Vault, a hardware-based, tamper-resistant security solution. Galaxy A series offers users holistic protection through innovative security and privacy features, including the Security & Privacy Dashboard, Auto Blocker, Private Sharing, Theft Protection, and the new Private Album. This Gallery feature allows users to quickly and easily lock away personal media. Unlike traditional safeguards, the latest A-series devices also proactively notify users of potential risks through Privacy Alerts. These intelligent notifications offer clearer insight and control over location permissions and suspicious monitoring of sensitive data. Together, these enhancements make security feel as intuitive as the rest of the experience, making device protection easier than ever for everyone.

Availability

Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G are now available in Samsung Authorized Stores nationwide. The Galaxy A57 5G will be offered in Awesome Navy, Awesome Gray, Awesome Icy Blue, and Awesome Lilac. In comparison, Galaxy A37 5G will be available in Awesome Lavender, Awesome Charcoal, Awesome Graygreen, and Awesome White. For added peace of mind, Samsung Care+ offers comprehensive coverage tailored to users' device needs, including benefits that help protect the devices' value.

Every purchase comes with a free travel adapter (worth P1,190) and phone case (worth P990), alongside a two-year Samsung Care+ warranty for total peace of mind. And for a limited time only, you can get the 256GB variant at an additional P1,500 off! That's up to P5,170 worth of savings. 

Looking to upgrade to the Galaxy ecosystem? Take 40% off the Galaxy Fit3, Watch8, Buds3 FE, and Buds Core with every purchase of the Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37 5G, too.  

Offers valid only until June 30*. For more information on the latest Galaxy A series devices, please visit: 

Galaxy A57 5G: http://smsng.co/GalaxyA57-PR

Galaxy A37 5G: http://smsng.co/GalaxyA37-PR 

DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-252295, 251225, and 251388 series of 2026.

Specification Table

	Galaxy A57 5G	Galaxy A37 5G
Display	6.7” FHD + * Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7" in the full rectangle and 6.6" accounting for the rounded corners. The actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.	6.7” FHD + *  Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7" in the full rectangle and 6.5" accounting for the rounded corners. The actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.
	Super AMOLED + Display Up to 120Hz refresh rate Vision Booster	Super AMOLED Display Up to 120Hz refresh rate Vision Booster
Dimensions & Weight	161.5 x 76.8 x 6.9mm, 179g	162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4mm, 196g
Camera	12MP Ultra-Wide Camera F2.2 50MP Wide Camera F1.8 5MP Macro Camera F2.4 12MP Front Camera F2.2	8MP Ultra-Wide Camera F2.2 50MP Wide Camera F1.8 5MP Macro Camera F2.4 12MP Front Camera F2.2
Memory & Storage	8+128 GB 8+256 GB 12+512 GB	8+128 GB 8+256 GB
Battery	5000mAh (typical)
	* Typical value tested under third-party laboratory conditions. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,905mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns, and other factors.
OS	Android 16 One UI 8.5
Security	Samsung Knox
Water & Dust Resistance	IP68

HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026 Preview: Better-Than-Ever 4-in-1 Productivity Tablet Coming to PH

 

Manila, Philippines (February 9, 2026) — Get ready to work, learn, and create with the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026, coming soon to the Philippines. As the country’s No. 1 tablet brand, HUAWEI delivers a 4-in-1 Better-Than-Ever productivity tablet featuring the Ultra Clear PaperMatte Display, Smart Magnetic Keyboard, HUAWEI M-Pencil (3rd Gen), and Wireless Mouse. 

Built for young professionals, learners, and creators, it brings together PC-level efficiency, paper-like writing comfort, and all-day portability to support long sessions without strain or compromise, making it the tablet designed to do it all.

4-in-1 Tools for Learning, Work, Creativity, Fun

The HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026 is designed as a complete 4-in-1 productivity solution that gives PC-like efficiency while supporting the full range of everyday scenarios from focused work and online classes to creative expression and entertainment.

The HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard delivers a laptop-grade typing experience with a comfortable 1.5 mm key travel, allowing users to type reports, essays, and emails for extended periods without fatigue. With multiple use modes from laptop form for focused writing to split and studio modes for collaboration or note-taking, the keyboard adapts easily to different scenarios, whether attending online classes, drafting proposals, or responding to messages between meetings.

Complementing this is the HUAWEI M-Pencil (3rd Gen), engineered with over 10,000 pressure sensitivity levels and ultra-low latency for precise, fluid input. Paired with the Ultra-clear PaperMatte Display, it recreates the natural friction and control of pen on paper, making handwritten notes and sketches feel intuitive and responsive. Students can jot down ideas during lectures, young professionals can mark up documents, and creatives can brainstorm visually or refine creative concepts with confidence and accuracy.

The HUAWEI Mouse offers stable, low-latency control for the cursor. Together with the keyboard, it allows workers to navigate and manage files with familiar precision. All powered by NearLink connectivity, the keyboard, mouse, and M-Pencil 3rd Gen respond smoothly and reliably.

Ultra-Clear PaperMatte Display for Comfortable, Long-Session Focus

HUAWEI is the first brand in the industry to develop a PaperMatte Display tablet that eliminates distracting reflections and glare from traditional screens. Now a part of the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S’s innovations is the updated 3rd Gen Ultra-Clear PaperMatte Display, engineered to deliver visual comfort during extended screen time. Using high-precision nano-etched anti-glare technology, the display reduces sparkle by 50%, helping users stay focused. For users attending online classes, reviewing presentations, or working near windows and overhead lighting, content remains clear and readable without constantly adjusting angles or brightness.

The display’s paper-like surface adds subtle friction, making handwriting and sketching feel more controlled and natural. For users taking handwritten notes during lectures, reviewing documents for work, or planning ideas by hand, writing feels calmer and closer to pen on paper. This tactile feedback allows anyone to write, draw, and brainstorm for hours with less hand strain and greater control, especially during intensive study or creative work.

This display works seamlessly with HUAWEI Notes and GoPaint, allowing users to move effortlessly between reading, writing, and creating. Whether studying for exams, annotating research materials, or enjoying entertainment during breaks, users benefit from clearer visuals and reduced eye strain throughout the day. The 3rd Gen Ultra-Clear PaperMatte Display is a screen designed not just to look good, but to support how users actually work, learn, and create for longer.

Equipped with intelligent tools, such as AI Handwriting Enhancement, AI Equation Recognition, and Note Replay, HUAWEI Notes turn raw handwritten input into structured, presentation-ready content. Users can clean up notes with a simple gesture, solve handwritten equations during problem-solving sessions, or revisit recorded discussions synced to their notes. With these features, post-class reviews, meeting summaries, and study sessions are faster and more efficient.

Experience True Desktop Mastery with WPS Office 3.0 Apps

The HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026 enables seamless transitions between productivity and creativity through well-developed apps designed to support how users think, learn, and create in real time.

With PC-level WPS Office 3.0, the device takes your productivity to full PC-level performance. It allows users to create documents, manage spreadsheets, and design presentations through a familiar desktop-style interface. In a split-screen view, the cursor moves fluidly between WPS Office 3.0 apps and a web browser. This lets students research topics while drafting essays in perfect format, or empowers freelancers to simultaneously work on a project proposal while pulling data from cloud storage—all without switching apps or losing their place. 

Beyond just file compatibility, WPS Office 3.0 brings the power of a PC to users’ fingertips. Use spreadsheets to pull real-time project data while commuting, edit complex charts in presentations during a team meeting, or insert and convert LaTeX formulas directly into academic papers with the same familiar keyboard shortcuts. WPS Office 3.0 Presentation turns your tablet into a portable pitch deck powerhouse by seamlessly inserting and animating editable charts, embedding live video, and applying polished transitions. 

All-Day Performance and Everyday Portability

Powering this experience is a reliable performance foundation designed for all-day use. The HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026 features an 8,800 mAh battery, 40W fast charging, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, helping users stay connected and productive from morning work sessions to evening entertainment.

Encased in a slim 6.1 mm all-metal unibody and weighing just 515 g, the tablet is easy to carry between work, school, and leisure. Available in Green and Gray, its clean, modern design fits seamlessly into both professional and personal spaces.

Get the All-in-One PC-level Tablet with the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026

True to its role as an all-in-one PC-level tablet, the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026 replaces clutter with clarity, empowering users to work, learn, create, and enjoy entertainment more freely in a seamless and paperless world.

With the HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 S 2026, HUAWEI brings together PC-level productivity, paper-like writing comfort, and all-day portability in one thoughtfully designed 4-in-1 device. By combining the tablet, keyboard, M-Pencil (3rd Generation), and mouse into a seamless ecosystem, users can simplify their setups while staying ready to work, learn, create, or unwind—anytime, anywhere. Early buyers from February 9 to 18 can also look forward to exclusive early bird vouchers. When you buy from the HUAWEI Online Store, a PHP 100 deposit gives you PHP 2,000 off your purchase, and you may pay the remaining balance from February 19 to March 9, 2026. You can also receive a PHP 500 voucher when you purchase from HUAWEI’s official Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop online stores. 

Stay tuned for its official launch in the Philippines. Visit HUAWEI’s official website or social media accounts (Facebook | Instagram) for more updates.