Tech Roundup: Tonik upgrades, MOVE IT’s new pledge, SB19 for Xiaomi, and Canva AI updates
Time Deposit upgrades from Tonik
Starting off the Tech roundup with Tonik. Tonik customers can open Time Deposits of up to P250,000 per account with flat rates six percent for six months, seven percent for nine months, and eight percent for 12 months.
Customers can create up to five active Time Deposits starting at P5,000 to access more investment opportunities within the Tonik app. The move to upgrade was made for Filipino customers to avail more accessible opportunities to save and invest.
The app’s UX boasts a simple design that gives customers ease in navigating their accounts. The app also shows real-time interest calculations and gives users complete control over rollover settings.
Tonik is the Philippines’ first neobank to secure a digital bank license from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. The app was launched in 2020, with its headquarters located in Singapore.
MOVE IT announces “Keep Moving” pledge with tool updates
Transportation platform, MOVE IT, begins their new brand promise. “Keep Moving,” to power its in-app tools, such as intelligent trip routing, rider matching, and in-app safety safeguards.
“Our Keep Moving promise reflects a deeper commitment to commuters. It’s not just about getting you from point A to point B, but about giving you reassurance that when you need to be somewhere, you’re no longer bracing for a standstill. Keep Moving is the confidence that you’ll get there,” said Wayne Jacinto, General Manager of MOVE IT.
The app uses GrabMaps and Navigation for accurate ETAs, and routing that adapts to real-time conditions. Meanwhile, its platform-exclusive features include Trip Monitoring and AudioProtect for passenger safety.
Xiaomi’s REDMI Note 15 Series introduces SB19 as brand ambassador
SB19’s story of grassroots beginnings and endurance has aligned with the narrative of Xiaomi’s latest smartphone, the REDMI Note 15 Series.
Boasting its high strength aluminum frame and Corning Gorilla Glass Armor material, the REDMI Note 15 series underlines what it means to be tough and resilient, traits that SB19 has connected with.
“We’ve faced so many challenges in our career, but what keeps us going is knowing that our core as a group is unbreakable,” shared Pablo. “That’s why we connect with the REDMI Note 15—it’s built to stay strong no matter what.”
The REDMI Note 15 Series’ features includes IP68 water and dust resistance, advanced thermal cooling system, a long 5,000mAh battery life, an 120Hz AMOLED display, and a 108MP triple camera system.
Prices for the REDMI 15 Note Series:
- P9,999 for the REDMI Note 15
- P14,999 for the REDMI Note 15 Pro 5G
- P25,999 for the REDMI Note 15Pro+
Canva expands with ChatGPT in new AI update
Lastly, in this tech roundup, ChatGPT users can now create design prompts that would tie to their Canva Brand Kit.
Canva’s expansion with ChatGPT comes after their release with Anthropic’s Claude to further grow the site’s AI ecosystem.
“The soul of a brand is visual identity, yet it has been the missing puzzle piece in how AI creates,” said Anwar Haneef, GM and Head of Ecosystem at Canva. “Today, we’re bridging that gap by bringing our design expertise to the daily tools used by millions. Whether you are in ChatGPT or Claude, Canva acts as the connective tissue that quickly turns a text conversation into beautiful brand-aligned visuals. This marks a significant leap in how LLMs and design models can bring creativity and productivity closer than ever.”
Tech Roundup returns next week with the latest updates, releases, and announcements.
