The Davao Sentry

17/09/2026

CAN YOUR LAPTOP HOLD 100 KILOS?

Guests at the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Grand Launch in Davao got more than just a product presentation as they witnessed and took part in a live durability test. Audience members were given the chance to hold and feel the weight of each plate before all 10 plates, weighing a combined 100 kilograms, were placed on top of an ASUS ExpertBook, putting its build quality to an extreme demonstration.

After the weights were removed, the ASUS representative lifted the ExpertBook and showed it to the audience with no apparent damage from the demonstration and still fully functional. The test was among the highlights of the Davao leg held on September 11, giving local business leaders and IT professionals a firsthand look at the durability ASUS is emphasizing in its business laptop lineup.

12/09/2026

WORRY-FREE

ASUS Business put the durability of its latest ExpertBook series to another real-world test, this time by spilling water directly onto the keyboard. The demonstration highlighted the laptop’s spill-resistant keyboard design, built to help protect the device from accidental liquid spills that can happen in the office, during meetings, or while working on the go.

12/09/2026

ASUS Business made the point quite literally as a woman stepped directly on an ExpertBook during a live durability demonstration, with the display emerging with no visible cracks or lines and continuing to work. The showcase accompanied ASUS Business’ unveiling of its latest ExpertBook series, putting the spotlight on durability designed for demanding professional and enterprise use.

08/09/2026

Your passion. Your tribe. Your kind of gala. See you at My SM! 💙✨

03/09/2026

ZOBEL SISTERS BRING DESIGNERS’ HOLIDAY BAZAAR TO DAVAO FOR THE FIRST TIME

Sisters Bea Zobel Jr. and Sofia Zobel Elizalde were in Davao to lead the opening of the inaugural Designers’ Holiday Bazaar Davao, marking the first time the event has been staged outside Metro Manila. Founded by the Zobel sisters, the bazaar brought together 26 creators from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao at Ayala Malls Abreeza, giving Dabawenyo designers and artisans a platform alongside some of the country’s established creative names.

Proceeds from the four-day bazaar will help support an Ayala Foundation education initiative planned for selected Davao schools, making the event not only a celebration of Filipino creativity but also an opportunity to invest in young Dabawenyos. The Designers’ Holiday Bazaar runs from September 3 to 6, 2026 at Ayala Malls Abreeza.

03/09/2026

DESIGNERS’ HOLIDAY BAZAAR OFFICIALLY OPENS IN DAVAO

The inaugural Designers’ Holiday Bazaar 2026 Davao officially opened today, September 3, at Ayala Malls Abreeza, led by founders Bea Zobel Jr. and Sofia Zobel Elizalde. For the first time outside Metro Manila, the bazaar brings together 26 exhibitors from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, featuring Filipino fashion, handcrafted goods, home pieces, and artisanal food.

Running until September 6 at the Activity Center, the four-day bazaar also supports a bigger cause, with proceeds helping fund an Ayala Foundation education initiative planned for Davao schools. Drop by, discover Filipino creativity, support local artisans and entrepreneurs, and shop for a cause at Designers’ Holiday Bazaar 2026 Davao.

03/09/2026

LOOK: PHILCONSTRUCT MINDANAO 2026 OPENS IN DAVAO

Industry professionals and visitors gathered at the SMX Convention Center Davao as PHILCONSTRUCT Mindanao 2026 opened today, September 3. Now on its 15th edition, the three-day construction expo brings together more than 150 local and international brands showcasing heavy equipment, building materials, engineering solutions, construction tools, and technologies under the theme “Smarter. Stronger. Sustainable.”

Contractors, engineers, architects, developers, designers, business owners, and the public can visit the expo until September 5 to explore the latest products and solutions shaping the construction industry. With development continuing across Mindanao, the event also provides a venue for industry players to connect with suppliers, discover new technologies, and see what could help build the region’s next generation of projects.

To register, go to the link: philconstructevents.com/registration-mindanao

03/09/2026

PHILCONSTRUCT Mindanao 2026 opens today at SMX Convention Center Davao, bringing together over 150 local and international construction brands showcasing the latest in heavy equipment, building materials, engineering solutions, and construction technology.

📍 SMX Convention Center Davao, SM Lanang Premier
📅 September 3 to 5, 2026

28/08/2026

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), the first bank in the Philippines and the oldest in Southeast Asia, continues to grow alongside communities in Mindanao as it celebrates its 175th anniversary since its founding on August 1, 1851.

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The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), the first bank in the Philippines and the oldest in Southeast Asia, continues to grow alongside communities in Mindanao as it celebrates its 175th anniversary since its founding on August 1, 1851. BPI established its fifth branch in Davao in 1952, marking an...

18/08/2026

GCash powers Davao Kadayawan Festival 2026 through cashless payments, local partnerships, and exclusive perks

As Davao City prepares to celebrate Kadayawan Festival 2026, thousands of locals and tourists are expected to gather for its colorful street festivities, trade fairs, food parks, and cultural events. Amid the excitement, GCash, the country's leading finance super app and largest cashless ecosystem, is making the celebration more exciting by bringing seamless digital payments, exclusive consumer promos, and stronger partnerships with local merchants.

This year, GCash is partnering with 40 local brands and enterprises across Davao City through the Davao Kadayawan Crawl so festival-goers can enjoy fast, secure, and hassle-free QR payments, and so local businesses serve more customers during one of the city's busiest celebrations. There will also be special deals and promos with Gaisano Mall, Felcris Supermarket, EMCOR, and many more.

"Kadayawan is a celebration of Davao's rich culture, vibrant communities, and local businesses. Through our partnerships with merchants and the local government, GCash is proud to help make the festival more convenient for everyone while empowering entrepreneurs to thrive in the growing digital economy," said Barbie Dapul, G-Xchange, Inc. Chief Operating Officer and General Manager and Head of Consumer Business.

Beyond the festivities, the on-ground presence and participation of GCash reflect its continued commitment to advancing financial inclusion by helping local Davao communities embrace safe, accessible, and convenient digital financial services. By supporting local merchants and making cashless payments more accessible, GCash continues to create opportunities for businesses to grow while enhancing the overall festival experience for residents and visitors alike.

Festival-goers may also visit GCash booths at The Great Kadayawan Fair, Sadya sa Kadayawan, Kadayawan Business Expo, Kadayawan at the Triangle, Magsaysay Park, Ayala Abreeza, Gaisano Mall, Bankerohan Market, and Agdao Market to discover more about GCash’s digital financial solutions, activities, and exclusive festival offers.

For more information, please visit www.gcash.com. PR