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Get Up to ₱92K Worth of Freebies with The Loop’s iPhone 18 Deals!

The hottest tech drop of the year is officially here, and if you’re wondering where to get the iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max with the best deals, there is only one answer: The Loop.

Pre-ordering the iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max at The Loop, whether online until October 15 or in person during the October 16 midnight launch at 20 stores nationwide, delivers far more than just a new phone. It unlocks a major upgrade with curated premium accessories, complementary lifestyle gears, bang for your buck prices, and seamless trade-in deals, making the midnight launch event an unmissable opportunity.

Elevate your everyday aesthetic right out of the box. Here’s why your iPhone 18 purchase should be at The Loop:

Pre-order to get amazing freebies (From October 2 to 15)

Every pre-order at The Loop comes with an iPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher worth ₱5,000. Unlike other freebies, this exclusive perk gives you the freedom to shop for any premium accessory of your choice (Apple-branded accessories excluded).

In-store pre-order allows you to snag freebies worth ₱12,880 with aniPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher (₱5,000), Kooduu Sensa Play Mini, powered by SOUND by JBL (₱6,990), and a LAUT Zip Pocket Wrist Strap and MagSafe Wallet (₱890).

Meanwhile, Pre-order at The Loop on Shopee (until October 15) gives you a chance to receive freebies worth ₱16,160 with an iPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher (₱5,000), Kooduu Sensa Play Mini (₱6,990), LAUT Zip Pocket Wrist Strap and MagSafe Wallet (₱890), Before Anything Else Flow 10K mAh Wired Powerbank (₱1,290), and Before Anything Else Flipcharm (₱1,990).

Sleep can wait: join The Loop’s Midnight Launch celebration!

Why wait when you can be among the first to unbox the iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max? The earlier you line up, the bigger the freebies such as:

The lucky 1st customer will take home the ultimate package worth ₱79,149, which includes Rokid AI Glasses (₱38,000), Polar Loop (₱12,399), Polaroid NOW+ Gen 2 (₱12,390), Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen with Light (₱5,990), JBL GO Essential 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (₱3,500), Belkin Soundform Isolate Noise Cancelling Headphones (₱2,990), Before Anything Else Flipcharm (₱1,990), and ADAM elements Vionta P5 Pro 5-in-1 Pocket Power Bank 5000mAh (₱1,890).

2nd to 10th customers: up to ₱28,759 with Polar Loop, Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen with Light, JBL GO Essential 2, Belkin Soundform Isolate, Before Anything Else Flipcharm, ADAM elements Vionta P5 Pro.

11th to 20th customers: up to ₱16,260 with JBL GO Essential 2, Belkin Soundform Clearfit Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds (₱2,890), Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen with Light, Before Anything Else Flipcharm, ADAM elements Vionta P5 Pro.

21st to 100th customers: up to ₱7,380 with JBL GO Essential 2, Before Anything Else Flipcharm, ADAM elements Vionta P5 Pro. Meanwhile, the 101st to 200th customers will get ₱5,000 iPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher, and the 201st customer and beyond will still walk away with a ₱3,000 iPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher.

Exclusive Midnight Launch event freebies

Catch The Loop’s midnight launch event on October 15, Thursday night, with official sales transactions starting exactly at 12:01 AM on October 16, 2026. Head over to the main event hub at UP Town Center (Phase 2, Level 1) as customers who line up will get additional freebies from Micropack, on top of the Midnight Launch Selling freebies!

1st customer gets a bundle worth ₱12,980: Micropack 15000mAh 4-in-1 PD Fast Charging Magnetic Wireless Power Bank (₱7,590), Micropack 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger Station (₱4,890), Micropack Umbrella (₱500).

For 2nd to 5th customers, a total of ₱5,390: Micropack 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger Station and Umbrella. 6th to 10th customers get a total freebie of ₱4,290: Micropack 10000mAh 35W Fast Charging 15W Magnetic Wireless Charging Power Bank with USB-C Cable (₱3,790) and Umbrella.

Meanwhile, 11th to 20th customers will receive a loot worth ₱3,490: Micropack Super Mini 35W Fast Charging Power Bank with Detachable USB-C Cable, 10000mAh (₱2,990) and Umbrella. The 21st to 50th customers get ₱2,090 worth: Micropack 35W GaN Universal PD Fast Charger with Extra Plug (₱1,590) and Umbrella. The 51st to 100th customers receive a Micropack Umbrella (₱500) ,and the 101st to 200th customers will get a Micropack Tote (₱300).

The night is also packed with live music, bank partner booths with exclusive promos, prizes, and giveaways, and a curated display of the latest iPhone accessories from ADAM elements, Anker, Before Anything Else, BleeqUp, Belkin, EcoFlow, JBL, Loop, OURA, PLAUD, Polaroid, Polar, RingConn, Rokid, SHOKZ, and Yaber.

The Loop is everywhere!
With the main fete at the UP Town Center, The Loop’s midnight launch is also happening in 19 other stores. In Metro Manila and Luzon, join the fun at Uptown Mall BGC, SM North EDSA Annex, SM Makati, Robinsons Place Manila, S Maison, Ayala Malls Feliz, Ayala Malls Solenad, SM City San Mateo, SM City Calamba, SM City Cabanatuan, SM Center Dagupan, SM Baguio, Clark Cityfront Mall, and Xentro Mall Vigan.

When in Visayas and Mindanao, go to Ayala Center Cebu, Ayala Malls Central Bloc, Ayala Malls Centrio CDO, Robinsons Place Dumaguete, and SM City Davao.

All the style, zero stress with flexible payment & perks
Stack your freebies with exclusive offers from The Loop’s partners. Get the iPhone 18 Pro 256GB at the 24/0 Exclusive Launch Price of ₱94,990 (SRP ₱99,990), or the iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB at ₱99,990 (SRP ₱108,990), with 0% installments as low as ₱3,957.92/month for the Pro and ₱4,166.25/month for the Pro Max over 24 months.

BPI Flexipay Zero: ₱2,000 off Exclusive Launch Discount, valid until November 2, 2026; Metrobank: ₱1,000 off Exclusive Launch Discount, valid until November 30, 2026; PNB: ₱6,000 cashback with a minimum spend of ₱90,000, valid on 0% interest for 24 months only; Security Bank: ₱5,000 instant discount with a minimum spend of ₱60,000, valid on 0% ChargeLight Installment and Charge Now, Pay Later on 12- and 24-month terms, October 2 to 18, 2026; UnionBank: 0% installment up to 36 months (minimum spend ₱90,000), plus ₱1,000 cashback and ₱1,500 eGC with a minimum spend of ₱100,000, October 5 to 16, 2026; SPayLater (Shopee exclusive): 0% interest for up to 12 months, until October 15, 2026; and MariBank (Shopee exclusive): 0% interest for 3 to 6 months, until October 15, 2026.

Out with the old, in with the bold via UpTrade
With UpTrade, upgrading gets even easier. Buy now, trade in later, and lock in up to ₱58,500 in base trade-in value (for an iPhone 17 Pro 1TB, Grade A/B, upon assessment). Add an UpTrade boost of up to ₱12,000 (valid until October 31, 2026) for a total of up to ₱70,500 in upgrade credit. Other iPhone models are also eligible.

Note: The boost applies to Grade A/B units only; Grade C units receive base appraisal only. Device return and trade-in completion must be done within 7 days of purchase. Trade-in value is subject to device assessment.

Don’t settle for a basic unboxing. Live your style and experience the iPhone 18 hype only atThe Loop. To learn more about the iPhone 18 pre-order mechanics, visit The Loop’s official website and Facebook page.

October 13, 2026
iPhone 14 Officially Announced with New AirPods Pro & Apple Watch Roster

Apple has finally launched its latest iPhone series, the iPhone 14, which comes in four variants: the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Plus, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. With the absence of the mini, this year’s roster boasts more customizations on the iPhone’s look and upgrades on its most sought-after features.

Photo: Apple website

The iPhone 14 & iPhone 14 Plus

The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus share the same chip from last year’s iPhone 13 Pro model, the A15. Both have Super Retina XDR, OLED display, with the iPhone 14 sporting a 6.1″ display and the iPhone 14 Plus having a 6.7″ display. Both phones also feature a longer battery life– promising up to 26 hours of video playback for the iPhone 14 Plus, and up to 20 hours for the iPhone 14.

Photo: Apple website

These new models are also equipped with better camera setups with its 12 MP main camera that could shoot better low-light photos; smoother videos with the Action Mode; Cinematic Mode that can produce videos in 4K, 24 fps; and a new TrueDepth front camera with autofocus and larger aperture.

The Philippine price for the iPhone 14 starts from P56,990 while the iPhone 14 Plus starts from P63,990, with storage capacities available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. Both models are available in the following colors: Blue, Purple, Midnight, Starlight, and Product Red.

The iPhone 14 Pro & iPhone 14 Pro Max

For those who want the best an iPhone could offer, Apple also announced the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Sporting 6.1″ and 6.7″ display sizes respectively, these two new phones are made with a Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, and stainless steel design. Its batteries can last up to 23 hours for the iPhone 14 Pro and up to 29 hours for the Pro Max.

Equipped with Apple’s latest A16 Bionic chip, the Pro models will also introduce a new feature called Dynamic Island, Apple’s innovation that is “hardware and software and something in between.” Integrated with the new iOS 16, the Dynamic Island offers seamless multitasking across apps and also blends into the new pill-shaped notch on the face of the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max. Another new feature is the always-on display that goes dark only when the iPhone is turned face down or in your pocket.

You can also further customize your lock screen with iOS 16, letting you pick your fonts, make a layered lock screen photo, and see your activity rings.

As for their camera setups, these Pro models are equipped with the new 48MP Main camera and advanced quad-pixel sensor that’s 65% larger compared to the iPhone 13 Pro, delivering up to 4X more resolution in ProRAW. Additional camera features include a new Pro camera system that adds a 2x optical‑quality Telephoto to its zoom range; Cinematic Mode in 4K, 24 fps; Action mode for smoother videos; and TrueDepth front camera with autofocus and a larger aperture.

The iPhone 14 Pro’s Philippine price starts at P70,990 while the iPhone 14 Pro Max starts at P77,990. Both phones come with storage capacity options of 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB; and the following color options: Space Black, Silver, Gold, and Deep Purple.

New Apple Watch Models & AirPods Pro

Alongside the announcement of the new iPhone 14 series, Apple also dropped some news on their wearables. Apple has launched the Apple Watch Ultra (From P52,990) perfect for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts; the Apple Watch Series 8 (From P25,990) designed to give better insights into women’s health; and the more affordable Apple Watch SE (From P15,990). Apple also highlights the Emergency SOS feature of these watches, which means they can detect if you’re in a car crash, and would automatically contact dispatchers to send help to your location.

Photo: Apple website

Apple also announced the second iteration of their AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) with the new H2 chip, which doubles its noise cancellation when compared to its predecessor, and has a Personalize Spatial Audio for a better listening experience.

Photo: Apple website

The new AirPods Pro’s Touch control also allows you to easily adjust the volume; pause or play your music; answer or end calls; or switch between Active Noise Cancellation and Adaptive Transparency all from the stem. The device promises up to 6 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled, and up to 30 hours of total listening time with the case. The AirPods Pro’s price in the Philippines is P14,990.

For more information about Apple’s newest addition to its devices and updates on their availability, visit the Apple website.

September 8, 2022
Score Discounts at Power Mac Center with Their Lucky 2 Love Promo

Premier Apple partner Power Mac Center (PMC) is welcoming the month of love and luck early with a roaring double celebration. Apple fans looking to celebrate Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day with a new device buy or a special tech gift for their loved ones can enjoy their Lucky 2 Love promo, with great deals and discounts on select Apple devices and accessories, training courses, and even service and repair fees.

“It has become a tradition for us to celebrate Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day with special deals for our beloved customers. This 2022, we’re attracting love and luck in the Year of the Tiger to spread some cheer and hope for a better year as we fulfill our mission of delivering the best Apple experience to Filipino consumers,” said Joey Alvarez, Power Mac Center Director of Product Management, Marketing, and Space Planning.

Deals that double the fun

From January 24 to February 17, 2022, all Power Mac Center and The Loop stores nationwide, official online stores (Web Store, Viber Store, Shopee, and Lazada), Apple Authorized Global Training Provider PMC Business Systems Inc. (PBSI), and Mobile Care Service Centers will be participating in the promos.

Be the first to experience the Power of Two wherein you can get the new iPhone 13 and the 13-inch MacBook Pro (M1) at P2,022 off. While you’re at it, embrace the luck of Everything Red as select red accessories are discounted up to 22% off SRP. Score deals that are definitely Better Two-gether as PMC is also slashing prices up to 22% off on participating accessories when purchased with any Apple device via non-installment payment methods.

Over at the official online stores, customers can purchase select Apple devices and get an additional 22% discount on select accessories on Shopee and Lazada. Get vouchers with up to P80 off for a minimum purchase amount of P2,200.00 on Shopee, Lazada, and the SM Malls app, plus enjoy free shipping nationwide. Offers are valid in conjunction with complementing Shopee and Lazada site offers.

Meanwhile, if you’ve been eyeing training courses such as App Development with Swift, macOS Support Essentials, and Technical Troubleshooting by PBSI, you’re in luck ‘cause It’s a Date! Enroll anytime from January 24 to February 17, 2022, and bring a plus one for FREE.

Fix What You Love by visiting any Mobile Care Service Centers nationwide or availing PMC’s Mail-In Service. Get 22% off on diagnostic fee, software fee, and non-repair services fee on February 1, 14, and 15. Also take 10% off on fees from January 24-31, February 2-13, and February 16-17, 2022.

There’s more! The premier Apple partner is inviting its 1 Infinite Access members to shop for a chance to win in the Infinite Fortune exclusive raffle. Just spend a minimum of P10,000.00 at Power Mac Center and The Loop stores, or at powermaccenter.com from January 24 to February 17 to earn raffle entries for a chance to win 1,000 points (1 point = P1). Members must present their 1 Infinite Access account for in-store transactions and login for Web Store transactions to make their raffle entries valid. If you’re not a member yet, sign up for free now at bit.ly/32j7GaW.

Terms and conditions apply. For the full promo mechanics and other details, visit about.powermaccenter.com/lucky-2-love.

Safe shopping

Power Mac Center ensures that people’s safety amid the pandemic remains an utmost priority. Apart from strengthening its online shopping presence on various platforms, it highly encourages customers to call and inquire or order via its official Viber Community at tinyurl.com/PowerMacCenterViberStore prior to visiting the branch for faster transactions.

PMC also offers a variety of Enhanced Contactless Shopping options to give customers the convenience of getting their favorite Apple devices even without leaving their homes. Learn more about EC Shopping at bit.ly/ECShopping. To be updated on news and promotions, follow Power Mac Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

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January 27, 2022