I'm a hardcore gamer. And like a lot of hardcore gamers in the Philippines there was a time when I…read moredidn't have the time to blow my cash on a great rig to play the games that I want. There are plenty of computer cafes out there that lets me play games with a high speed internet connection and a good rig. Most of them come off as generic and don't really give off a unique vibe to them, not Minesky Infinity though. The thing that makes Mineski Infinity unique is that it wasn't started by people who looked at it solely from a business oriented perspective. The people who started Minesky Infinity are a group of students who were themselves hardcore gamers. Their internet cafes are basically made by hardcore gamers, for hardcore gamers, of hardcore gamers. Everything is great. Sure you won't be using products from the likes of Razer, but their keyboard and mice are of great quality. They have headphones that do a good job of bringing a level of sound and comfort I wish I'd get more often from other internet cafes. they clean their equipment regularly and replace the ones that are broken. Given just how well some kids treat internet cafe equipment I'd say that's a massive plus for Mineski Infinity. To date, I haven't found a internet cafe franchise that handles its business as well as these guys do. Sure there are probably cafes that are as good, if not better, but none of them have the presence that Mineski has. It is the gold standard of internet cafes so far as I'm concerned.

The reason why I love the PC Express in Market! Market! is the size of the store in this branch…read more It's one of the biggest PC Express stores I've seen yet. There are so many stuff, brands and stock to choose from - rows of laptops, desktops, a variety of computer mouses, IT parts, and even mobile devices and accessories. Whatever electronics device or computer accessories you want to buy or anything technology related really, you can find here. My big brother who is a huge tech junkie spends hours here looking for the perfect items he needs either for work or personal use. My family and myself have bought computers, software devices, gaming stuff, headphones, and many more here and they are always in great condition and of good quality. Staff is very helpful and knowledgeable so buying stuff there isn't difficult at all. Also look out for sales, discounts and promos if you want to save money.

I go to Octagon when I want to browse through computer equipment without anyone bothering me. Since…read moreit's such a large store and feels closer to a grocery than a computer shop, you can wander the aisles without some nosy salesperson constantly tailing you or pushing products in your face. Of course, they have all the basics around. Laptops and desktops, bags and cases, mice and peripherals. They're also one of the few shops in the SM Cyberzone that has computer components and spare parts - perfect for when you work in Ortigas and your laptop suddenly breaks down (this has actually happened to me). With the size of the store, the odds of you finding what you need are slightly higher than the smaller stores; and if you're lucky, they will have more than one brand for that product. They may not be the cheapest in Megamall, but they are the most convenient.

I have a laptop for replacement and the day after, they gave me a new unit. Kudos to the management…read moreand their care for the customer in Octagon megamall!

Silicon Valley is a computer and technology specialty store, wherein almost all gadgets and…read morecomputer needs could be found. What I like about Silicon Valley is that they have great service, starting with their very helpful staff who assists us in our questions, and still being polite if we did not find what we need and therefore did not buy anything after a series of questions. USBs, computer monitors, printers, headphones, computer accessories, MP3 players, phones, and many more!

When you've landed on Gilmore and you're being harrassed by store staff out on the street, all you…read morejust really want to do is find a safe haven in the land that will offer you peace and security in this dog-eat-dog world. And then you'll find yourself at PC Options. PC Options is a store that's easy to spot in the tumult of Gilmore as it's set apart from the rest of all the computer and laptop-dedicated buildings across it. What's odd about it is that they have two separate stores beside each other, both under the PC Options brand--I haven't exactly figured out what the difference is, though I think one's more on the hard drives and and more delicate stuff, while the other's more on the accessories like mouses and headphones and things of that nature. Clearly I know nothing about computers. But what's so good about PC Options is that they do make you feel so secure even if you don't know shit. I was looking for an external hard drive and my friend Lara, who also doesn't know computers, suggested the place, and I understand why. You just feel like you're getting your money's worth and not getting bamboozled, since everything looks so nice and professional. Hell, they have their own security guards for *both* stores and have a proper queueing system to get and pay for what you need. I'm not sure that other shops in the area have the same measures, and I don't think I want to find out. I'll just stick with PC Options.

In its current incarnation as V-Mall, this place still manages to retain the charm (at least, for…read moregadget lovers such as me) of its past life as Virra Mall. Yes, there are places to buy appliances, furniture and authentic shoes. Agreed, you can purchase toys and collectibles, and get your hair cut. Those options notwithstanding, personal electronics are inarguably the focus here. The plethora of gadget shops that occupy half of the space on the third floor are the best reason to visit V-Mall. You'll find pretty much anything you want, from the latest and greatest devices to computer parts and everything in between. Unlike the tiangge area, bargaining is not always a sure thing but feel free to try, especially if you're purchasing a lot of items from one store. Most things sold here are as brand-new as they claim, although caveat emptor should still remain your motto while shopping. Keep your receipts for warranty purposes! If you get hungry, the food court is opposite the gadget side. The selection is typical, for the most part, although there is a Sbarro's outlet in case you don't mind spending a little more for higher-quality dishes. To the side of the food court is Beyond the Box, which has an excellent selection of Apple devices and accessories. Prices here are pretty good, too.

Before there was V-Mall, it was once called Virra Mall! Virra Mall was THE go for gadgets and…read morecomputers, second-hand gadgets, games for gameboys or PS1/PS2, branded and imported clothes. You name it, they had it! Sadly, after how many fires, they had to close it down for a few years. Then, from the ashes, Greenhills rebuilt and renamed it to V-Mall! Everyone goes to the Tiangges in the GH shopping center for the cheap electronics. But, the problem is that you don't know if those are real, fake or second-hand. That's why, if I am in need of a new gadget or need something fixed, I go to V-Mall. Most of the kiosks on the third floor are of legit electronic dealerships. They not only offer monthly installments, you also get a one year warranty. The second floor has a few clothes shops, toy shops, an appliance center and a furniture store. If you look at it as a whole, it's a fairly small mall. But, the kiosks here are places that people go to for specific services and needs. For me, apart from the gadgets, I go here for the foodcourt. :P Nothing fancy about the foodcourt. It's actually a good place to just sit, eat merienda then wait for meet-ups with friends. V-Mall isn't like how I remembered it as a kid. I'm still happy though that it's still around and still has it's charm! :)

Great prices and excellent aftermarket support. Highly recommend them for your Apple needsread more

Not counting unpredictable online promos and price cuts for older models, Liteware Computers offer…read morethe best prices for Apple products. I bought a 13-inch Macbook Pro from them, and they offer the Philippine standard for Apple warranties. Just recently, I also bought a 64gb iPad Air 2 from them, and I got it for 28,000PHP, which at the time was a very good price (this was back in January, so it was a new model). Today, you can get a 128gb iPad Air 2 for less than that from online retailers (kind of annoying and sayang, I know). However, I don't regret having bought the iPad that early because it's been helping me a lot with work. Liteware is also a great place to buy cases from. Especially when they're on sale, their prices can go as low as half of store retail prices. That's huge, considering how important cases are for these expensive gadgets. What I don't like however is that Liteware charges extra for credit card payments and installations. That's a huge turn-off because a consumer shouldn't be paying for a STORE to provide an alternative payment option. Not everyone wants to travel in this wild city with 31,000 pesos in cash (the price of the iPad Air 2 had the store manager not made the mistake of telling me I wouldn't have to pay extra to use my credit card), and it should be the store's responsibility to protect the consumer because that money is going to end up in their cash register. Anyway, even with the credit card additions, the prices are still lower than SRP's, albeit by only a small amount. The staff is also pretty accommodating and helpful, so that's a big plus.

*Note: This is a 4.5 Star review…read more SM Cyberzone is the place to go for ALL your techie needs! Yes, there is Greenhills but, for the legit tech support services and products on warranty, you should go here. They usually have the latest phones, laptops, digital cameras, gaming consoles, PC components and tech accessories. If not, you can always order it ahead of time and make a reservation. The reason I love SM Cyberzone is that it is located inside a mall and they are open til late. Depending on what product you plan to buy or the service that you need, the prices per store is relatively the same price. You can still haggle and, of course, requests for extras like accessories or freebies (like SD Cards or USBs). Unlike other techie kiosks, you can pay using credit cards here and they also offer installment packages. Very convenient! I usually go here to have my laptops fixed or to buy a cheap accessory for my gadgets. Plus, I just like going around to see the latest gadgets to touch and try them out (LOL!). Depending which store you choose, the staff are well-informed about the gadgets. So, they will be there to help you decide whether to buy or not. Lastly, it is one of the best places to shop because many stores offer deals and promotions at the end of the month and most especially during the Christmas season. So, if you're a gadget lover like me, give this place a visit one time. Less stressful than GH for sure :)

I find that I cannot go to Megamall without dropping by the Cyberzone, just because it's so much…read morefun. As the tech area of one of the biggest malls in the metro, most of the big tech brands have a home there. Just about every bit of consumer tech is present there: mobiles, personal computing and photography are ready and waiting to be explored. Own brand laptops and desktops from Acer, Lenovo, Asus, and Apple all have wares for the computer savvy. Canon PH and Camerahaus provide eye candy for shutterbugs. Smart, Globe and Sun all have their own stores, as well as Samsung and Sony Mobile should you want to buy something without a postpaid plan. For a bit of local flavor, MyPhone and Cherry Mobile also have prominent stalls. Music lovers also have the JBL Concept Store, and a Sennheiser stall in the middle. This doesn't even account for the other stores selling accessories, peripherals, and a plethora of other items. And naturally, it has a CDR King. Because everyone needs to visit CDR King once in a while.

Got PC and Laptop problems? Not to worry because here's a trusty place in E. Rodriguez where you…read morecan bring your computer for check-up and repair. Tech Mania along E. Rodriguez is just a small store of computer parts and accessories retailed at cheaper prices than most PC shops in the metro. I remember buying an external hard drive here that is P100.00 cheaper than the ones in Gilmore. They also have a service desk which comes very convenient for tech-impatient ones at only P450.00. I have brought my laptop here twice already for upgrades and I am always confident with how they handle my laptop with care. Their service staff is very accommodating, helpful and trust worthy. I can leave my computer here overnight without feeling any doubt that they might change its original parts or something like that. If your computer would need extra parts, they would always advice you to go the cheapest yet quality stores. They would not also push you to upgrade (just so you will pay more) if your system and use wouldn't need it anyway.