The model was pre-trained without diagnostic labels on 492,347 hours of photoplethysmography and accelerometer data from 2,109 participants, learning which short sensor segments came from the same person [1][3]. The accelerometer also picks up the ballistocardiogram, the small body movements produced by each heartbeat. The system averages its readings over several days into a probability of hypertension [3].
As a confirmatory test in 48 people whose first office reading was elevated, the watch reached 78.4% sensitivity and 90.9% specificity, against 67.6% and 63.6% for a return office visit; multi-day home cuff monitoring scored 89.2% and 81.8% [1]. Google says more than half of adults with hypertension do not know they have it [1].
The authors call the system early feasibility research, not a replacement for arm cuffs or a standalone diagnosis [1]. Google says the findings helped inform the blood pressure trends feature in its Google Health app [1].
HINDI man niya personal na nahawakan ang tropeyo dahil kasalukuyan siyang nasa loob ng Bahay ni Kuya, panalo pa rin si Lans sa mundo ng content creation!
Patunay na hindi hadlang ang pagiging housemate sa “Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Collab 3.0” para patuloy na makilala ang kanyang talento, itinanghal si Louise Anne Nagal, mas kilala bilang Lans o This Is Lans, bilang Education Creator of the Year sa TikTok Awards Philippines 2026.
At hindi lang simpleng pagkilala ang naghihintay sa kanya dahil isa rin siya sa mga Pinoy creators na magdadala ng pangalan ng Pilipinas sa TikTok Awards Southeast Asia 2026 na gaganapin sa Bali, Indonesia sa November 27.
Personal na nasaksihan ng BANDERA ang pagbibigay-pugay sa mga natatanging content creator sa awards night na ginanap noong November 5, kung saan kinilala ang mga personalidad na nagbigay-aliw, inspirasyon, at kaalaman sa kanilang mga followers.
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Kabilang nga sa mga pinarangalan si Lans dahil sa kanyang mga educational videos na hindi lang basta pinapanood ng netizens kundi may napupulot ding bagong kaalaman.
Bago pa man mapasama sa PBB, kilala na si Lans sa paggawa ng bite-sized educational content kung saan sinasagot niya ang iba’t ibang tanong ng netizens tungkol sa science, animals, nature, at iba pang interesting facts.
Hindi rin basta-basta ang kanyang proseso sa paggawa ng videos dahil nagsasaliksik siya at gumagamit ng mga mapagkakatiwalaang artikulo, websites, at scientific studies para masigurong tama at may sapat na impormasyon ang kanyang ibinabandera.
Isa rin siyang veterinary medicine student mula sa General Trias, Cavite, kaya naman hindi nakapagtataka kung bakit marami siyang naibabahaging kaalaman tungkol sa mga hayop at siyensiya.
Sa isang panayam bago pumasok sa reality show, ibinahagi ni Lans kung bakit gusto niyang subukan ang pagiging housemate.
“Dito po sa Pinoy Big Brother [Collab 3.0], puwede n’yo po akong mas makilala pa. Outside sa 3-minute video na nakikita on social media,” sey niya.
Dagdag pa niya, gusto niyang makilala siya ng viewers hindi lamang bilang content creator kundi bilang kaibigan at housemate.
“Dito po mas makikilala n’yo si Lans, bilang LA, bilang Louise, bilang kaibigan, bilang housemate ni Kuya,” sambit niya.
Samantala, ang iba pang Pinoy creators na nagwagi sa kani-kanilang kategorya, kabilang sina Davao Conyo, Spencer Serafica, Margaux Nonato, Juri Imao, Pau Pelaez, Belle Rodolfo, Jericho Mark Asis, Jomar Yee, Ryssi Avila, at Aeriel Jan Tolentino.
Pero ang tanong ng marami, makakalipad din kaya sa Indonesia si Lans bilang kasalukuyan siyang nasa Bahay ni Kuya?
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Mechrevo has added a new configuration to its Unbounded 15X Blizzard Gaming Edition line, pairing a 15.3-inch 2.5K panel running at 240Hz with AMD’s 10-core Ryzen AI 9 365 processor. The listing price in China is 6,999 yuan, roughly $1,048, and a 500-yuan coupon brings the promotional price down to 6,499 yuan, or about $973. The company has not disclosed pricing or availability for markets outside China.
The display is an IPS panel with a resolution of 2,560 x 1,600 pixels, full sRGB coverage and a rated brightness of 500 nits. It carries a matte anti-glare finish and supports DC dimming, and the hinge opens to a full 180 degrees.
Under the hood, the Ryzen AI 9 365 runs 10 cores and 20 threads with boost clocks reaching 5GHz, backed by integrated Radeon 880M graphics. Mechrevo lets users pick among three power profiles — 25W, 45W and 65W — and cools the package with two parallel heat pipes. The machine ships with 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, and both memory and storage can be upgraded through expansion slots.
A 80Wh battery powers the laptop, and the bundled 100W GaN adapter supports the company’s own fast-charging standard. The full-metal chassis weighs about 1.68 kg (3.70 lb).
Specification
Mechrevo Unbounded 15X Blizzard Gaming Edition
Display
15.3-inch IPS, 2,560 x 1,600, 240Hz, 500 nits, 100% sRGB
Processor
AMD Ryzen AI 9 365, 10 cores / 20 threads, up to 5GHz
Graphics
Integrated Radeon 880M
Power modes
25W / 45W / 65W
Memory / storage
16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, expandable
Battery / adapter
80Wh, 100W GaN
Weight
Approx. 1.68 kg (3.70 lb)
Ports
USB4, USB-C (100W PD 3.0), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, USB 2.0, HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm combo jack
Price (China)
6,999 yuan ($1,048); 6,499 yuan ($973) with coupon
Note: Prices converted at the rates cited in the product listing; international pricing has not been announced.
Input hardware includes a keyboard with a numeric keypad, full-height arrow keys and single-zone RGB backlighting, with 1.4mm of key travel. An IR webcam with a physical privacy shutter is included, and the audio system carries Nahimic certification. Connectivity covers USB4, a USB-C port with 100W PD 3.0, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, USB 2.0, HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet and a 3.5mm audio combo jack, plus a security lock slot.
The same processor and graphics pairing appears in several competing machines. Asus offers it in the Zenbook S 16 OLED with 24GB of memory and a 120Hz OLED screen, while MSI’s Prestige A16 AI+ pairs the chip with 32GB of RAM. Mechrevo’s edge over both is the faster-refreshing IPS panel and user-accessible memory expansion, a trade-off that favors upgraders over buyers who want the brightest or highest-contrast display.
The launch lands in a crowded segment of China’s gaming laptop market, where manufacturers increasingly position high-refresh 2.5K screens and the Ryzen AI 300 series as mainstream rather than premium features. For buyers, the sub-7,000 yuan asking price undercuts many OLED-equipped alternatives, though the 500-nit IPS panel and 80Wh battery suggest the savings come from display technology rather than compute. Whether the configuration reaches overseas channels remains an open question, since Mechrevo has so far kept the Blizzard Gaming Edition within its home market.
HINDI lang hamon, queso de bola, at fruit salad ang pwedeng magpasaya sa Christmas handaan!
Kung naghahanap kayo ng bagong putahe na pwedeng idagdag sa inyong Noche Buena at Christmas party, may mga kakaibang pagkaing siguradong makapagpapagana sa inyong panlasa.
Maagang sinalubong ng Guevarra’s by Chef Laudico ang Kapaskuhan sa pamamagitan ng paglunsad nila ng Christmas Menu 2026 na ginanap kamakailan lang, na eksklusibong ipinatikim sa media friends kasama ang BANDERA, influencers, at special guests.
Mula sa mga paboritong pagkaing Pinoy na binigyan ng kakaibang twist hanggang sa mga matatamis na panghimagas, siguradong may pwedeng maging bagong bida sa inyong hapag ngayong Pasko.
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Kung sawa na kayo sa nakasanayang handa, narito ang mga pagkaing pwedeng maging inspirasyon para sa inyong Christmas feast:
1. White Lasagna
Kung lasagna ang isa sa mga paborito ng inyong pamilya, bakit hindi subukan ang creamy version nito?
May mas rich at indulgent na twist ang White Lasagna ni Chef Lau na bagay na bagay sa mga salo-salong kumpleto ang pamilya.
2. Balamban Roast Pork Belly
Hindi mawawala ang lechon sa maraming handaan, pero pwede ring subukan ang Cebu-style Balamban Roast Pork Belly.
Herb-infused ang putahe na ito, kaya siguradong may kakaibang sarap na maidadagdag sa inyong Christmas table.
3. Christmas Ham
Hindi kumpleto ang maraming Noche Buena kung walang hamon.
Ang sweet at glazed na Christmas Ham ay swak na ulam, pulutan o palaman sa tinapay kinabukasan.
4. Chicken Galantina
Kung gusto ninyo ng ibang putahe bukod sa karaniwang roasted chicken, pwedeng maging magandang alternatibo ang Chicken Galantina.
Isa itong tradisyonal na stuffed chicken na bagay na bagay sa espesyal na okasyon.
5. Seafood Thermidor
Para naman sa mga mahilig sa seafood, magandang idagdag sa handaan ang Seafood Thermidor.
Ang creamy at baked na putahe ay pwedeng maging instant crowd-pleaser, lalo na sa mga bisitang mahilig sa masarap at espesyal na ulam.
6. Cream of Castañas
Hindi lang main course ang dapat paghandaan dahil pwede ring simulan ang Christmas feast sa isang mainit at comforting na soup.
Ang Cream of Castañas o chestnut soup ay may kakaibang dating na bagay sa malamig na panahon ng Kapaskuhan.
7. Bacon & Spinach Embutido
May embutido na sa inyong Christmas menu? Bigyan naman ito ng bagong twist!
Pinagsama sa Bacon & Spinach Embutido ang pamilyar na Pinoy meatloaf at mas kakaibang sangkap na pwedeng magdala ng bagong flavor sa inyong handaan.
8. Banana Q Pudding
Sino ang hindi pamilyar sa banana cue na madalas nating meryenda? Ngayon, ginawa itong inspirasyon ni Executive Pastry Chef Jac Laudico para sa isang kakaibang panghimagas.
Ang Banana Q Pudding ay nagbibigay ng bagong anyo sa paboritong Pinoy street food at ginagawa itong mas bonggang dessert para sa Christmas table.
9. Puto Bumbong
Hindi kailangang maghintay sa Simbang Gabi para matikman ang puto bumbong!
Ang paboritong kakanin tuwing Kapaskuhan ay pwede ring maging bahagi ng inyong Christmas dessert spread.
10. Summan Panna Cotta
Kung mahilig kayo sa panna cotta pero gusto ninyo ng Pinoy-inspired na dessert, siguradong interesting subukan ang Summan Panna Cotta.
Pinagsasama nito ang ideya ng klasikong kakanin at isang mas eleganteng panghimagas.
11. Buko Lychee Salad
Kung gusto ninyo ng dessert na presko at hindi masyadong mabigat pagkatapos ng maraming ulam, pwedeng subukan ang Buko Lychee Salad.
Bagay ito sa mga bisitang mahilig sa fruity at refreshing na panghimagas.
12. Mango Graham Crema
Isa sa mga inaabangang dessert tuwing Pasko ang mango graham, pero hindi naman kailangang sa bahay lang ito ihanda.
Ang Mango Graham Crema ay isa pang matamis na pwedeng idagdag sa inyong dessert lineup.
13. Boat Tart
Kung gusto ninyo ng panghimagas na may kakaibang presentasyon, pwedeng maging magandang addition ang Boat Tart.
Bukod sa pagiging dessert, maaari rin itong maging eye-catching na bahagi ng inyong Christmas spread.
14. Ube Macapuno Trifle
Para sa mga mahilig sa ube at macapuno, mukhang swak sa panlasa ang Uba Macapuno Trifle.
Pinagsasama nito ang dalawang paboritong Pinoy dessert flavors sa isang panghimagas na bagay na bagay sa selebrasyon.
15. Lengua Estofado
Gusto ninyo ng mas espesyal na ulam para sa Christmas handaan? Pwedeng maging bida sa hapag ang Lengua Estofado!
Isa itong classic at flavorful na putahe na bagay ihain sa mga espesyal na okasyon.
Kung naghahanap kayo ng alternatibo sa karaniwang meat dishes, siguradong magandang idagdag ito sa inyong Noche Buena menu.
16. Roast Turkey
Kung mas bonggang handa na parang pang-international na Christmas celebration ang nais, puwedeng subukan ang Roast Turkey!
Madalas itong makita sa mga Christmas feast sa ibang bansa, pero pwede rin itong maging espesyal na centerpiece sa inyong Pinoy Christmas table.
Perfect para sa malaking salu-salo kasama ang buong pamilya!
Bukod sa pagpapakilala ng kanilang Christmas menu, nagkaroon din ng special cooking demonstration sa event kung saan ipinakita nina Chef Lau at Chef Jac kung paano ihanda ang ilan sa kanilang holiday creations.
Ibinahagi ni Chef Lau ang paraan ng pagluluto ng White Lasagna, habang ipinamalas naman ni Chef Jac ang paggawa ng Banana Q Pudding.
Layunin ng kanilang cooking demonstration na mahikayat ang mga bisita na subukan ding maghanda ng mga espesyal na putahe sa sarili nilang kusina.
Kung walang time magluto o maghanda, matitikman ang naturang Christmas menu ng Guevarra’s by Chef Laudico mula November 16 hanggang January 1, 2027.
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The menu explores the interplay of rich, smoky and savory flavors, with each beer selected to complement the ingredients and preparation of its accompanying dish.
The Republican party wasn’t the only loser following a historic Democratic victory following this year’s midterm elections. Big Tech suffered a bruising defeat as well, with dozens of ballot measures across the country calling for more restrictions on data centers, along with a rash of newly-minted elected officials who campaigned on holding the industry accountable.
It was one of the clearest rebukes of AI yet, demonstrating how frustrated the American people have become as they’ve watched an elite group of tech billionaires amass unprecedented power, influence, and wealth — while explicitly threatening the job market and even human survival.
For tech leaders who have chosen to kiss the ring in an undignified race to cozy up to Trump, it’s an awkward reality check. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, who has spent years by the president’s side and secretly met with him at a GOP convention, is seemingly struggling to make sense of the news.
In an awkwardly-worded and difficult-to-parse tweet, Altman mused that “people should always be in control of the future.”
“OpenAI is against the notion that it would be acceptable for people to be relegated to a role of doing things that ‘AI systems think makes sense to reward in humans,’” he wrote. “People should not cede control of the future to superintelligence, and that requirement should ultimately constrain AI progress.”
The subject of an AI slowdown has been a major litmus test of the federal government’s willingness to intervene and establish a set of rules for the industry. While many critics have called for more regulations, Trump and his cabinet have ridiculed the idea, instead instructing companies to regulate themselves despite enormous perceived risks.
Altman’s latest tweet — which he shared hours into a massive Democratic sweep of Congress on Tuesday night — appears to be an early attempt to reach across the aisle and build a relationship with a political party he’s largely ignored in his quest to ingratiate himself with Trump.
The ChatGPT maker has already been busy readying a policy offensive, including a likely misguided attempt to rename data centers to “AI compute campuses,” and a call for “speed limits” for the most advanced AI systems.
Whether these efforts will pay off remains dubious at best. The election results couldn’t have sent a clearer message, indicating just how much good will Silicon Valley has lost. It’s a fundamentally broken relationship that could take years to mend.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, one of the loudest voices in the calls for more regulatory oversight, has yet to comment on the outcome of the elections.
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Casio India is looking to significantly expand its retail presence in the country, with an ambition to at least double its network of 85 brand stores, as the Japanese watchmaker steps up its focus on the Indian market with the launch of the G-Shock 2500 Series.
Speaking to Storyboard18, Takuto Kimura, Managing Director, Casio India, said brand stores have become an important part of the company’s strategy, allowing consumers to experience its products and brand philosophy firsthand.
“The brand store is now one of the key important channels to create the opportunity for local consumers to experience our brand philosophy and also the product. So, we focus to expand our key brand stores,” Kimura said.
While he did not share a specific timeline for the expansion, Kimura said his ambition was to at least double the existing network. Casio currently has 85 brand stores across India.
The expansion comes as the company sees demand for its watches across different parts of the country. Kimura said G-Shock continues to be well accepted in Tier 1 markets, while Tier 2 cities are emerging as an important growth opportunity. Casio’s Vintage collection, meanwhile, has found acceptance even in Tier 3 markets.
“India is technically one of the most important markets for Casio globally. India has a huge population, and the proportion of the young generation is really huge. The economic growth is also at an amazing speed. So, for G-Shock, India is really the most important market,” he said.
G-Shock 2500 Series targets consumers seeking analog watches
The expansion push coincides with the launch of the G-Shock 2500 Series in India. Inspired by the original DW-5000C, the collection combines the brand’s signature shock resistance with a more refined analog design.
The series comprises two variants: the resin GAC-2500 and the metal-clad GMC-2500. Both feature 20-bar water resistance, a new Multi-Mission Date function and a distinctive two-eye dial layout. The watches are priced between ₹9,995 and ₹26,995.
Kimura said the new collection is intended to attract a wider set of consumers, particularly those who prefer analog watches but are drawn to G-Shock’s toughness.
“We have a variety of G-Shock products already. However, this new G-Shock definitely opens up the brand to broader consumers who like analog watches but love G-Shock. I think there is huge potential for this new product,” he said.
E-commerce and brand stores drive distribution strategy
While Casio is seeing growth across both online and offline channels, Kimura said e-commerce remains an important sales channel. He also highlighted the role of physical brand stores in building consumer engagement.
“Online and offline channels are both growing rapidly. I cannot reveal too many details, but I can say it is e-commerce. Our offline channel, especially our brand stores, is really well accepted by local consumers in terms of sales and branding,” he said.
On the marketing front, the company follows a product- and audience-specific approach, with ambassador-led campaigns forming a core part of its strategy. Traditional media and collaborations also remain part of its communication mix.
Kimura did not disclose the company’s advertising expenditure or the split between traditional and digital platforms.
G-Shock and Vintage appeal to different consumer segments
Kimura said G-Shock and Casio Vintage are among the company’s best-accepted product lines in India, with both primarily targeting younger consumers.
He also sees the two categories benefiting from different market dynamics, with G-Shock finding traction in Tier 1 and increasingly Tier 2 markets, while Vintage has a wider reach in smaller cities.
Addressing the competition from smartwatches, Kimura said the two product categories serve different consumer needs.
“Smartwatches are more function-oriented, but our watches attract people who see the product value and brand value, and people who want to have them for years to come,” he said.
He added that G-Shock also appeals to watch collectors and younger consumers who view watches as an extension of their personality and style rather than just devices for timekeeping.
“The G-Shock is always at the centre of culture,” Kimura said.
Premiumisation and 1990s designs shape global watch trends
On broader trends in the global watch market, Kimura pointed to a renewed interest in designs from the 1990s, alongside accelerating premiumisation.
For India, he said the challenge lies in catering to diverse consumer preferences across regions while expanding distribution and product availability.
The company is also looking to strengthen its India-specific portfolio through its Make in India collections. Kimura said Casio works with manufacturing partners in the country and is gradually developing this range.
For the festive season, the company has been creating region-specific campaigns around these collections, including customised key visuals and films.
Looking ahead, Kimura said Casio’s focus would remain on offering models that appeal to Indian consumers at accessible price points, while expanding its retail touchpoints and product portfolio.
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HALATANG-HALATA na raw ang pagdadalang-tao ngayon ng Popstar Royalty na si Sarah Geronimo.
Base iyan sa mga naging comments ng netizens nang bumandera ang latest photos ng wifey ni Matteo Guidicelli sa social media.
Kitang-kita raw kasi ang ilang pagbabago sa face ni Sarah G, lalo na ang pag-umbok ng mga pisngi nito na isa raw senyales na pregnant ang isang babae.
Sa Instagram post ng salon na zero1story, mapapanood ang pagpapagupit ng hair ni Sarah, kasama si Matteo at dito nga nila napansin na medyo chubby-chubby ang mukha ng singer-actress.
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Narito ang mga nakaiintrigang reaksyon ng mga netizens:
“Bagay ang hair ky Sarah G, bumabata, mghintay lng kami s Confirmation.”
“Pregnancy glow yarnnnn?”
“Namamaga mukha ni mommy Sarah.”
“For sure buntis na tlaga Ang Princess Sarah yeheyy.”
“oks lang yang pisngi ganyan talaga kapag…”
“Prep na for giving birth and new chapter on their new Baby.”
“Bilog na bilog na ang pisngi juntis na tlga.”
“Lapit na,namamaga na ang face.”
“Mataba na nga si Sarah…I am happy for her and matteo.”
“Halata na baby bump, I think it’s a Baby Boy.”
“Halata sa pesnge at sa tiyan.”
“Intuition is something else! I knew Sarah was pregnant, just like I had a feeling about Alex G before she announced it.”
Matagal nang nababalita na buntis na si Sarah sa first baby nila ni Matteo pero wala pa silang official announcement at confirmation hinggil dito.
Nagpakasal ang celebrity couple noong February, 2020.
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