The Loop X brings music, gaming and lifestyle tech under one roof
Music lovers and technology enthusiasts can explore audio equipment, test sound quality and experience interactive gadgets at The Loop X, the flagship store of Power Mac Center’s The Loop, which opened at SM City North EDSA in Quezon City. Located on the third floor of The Annex, the store opened on Sept. 26, bringing together audio equipment, smartphones, computers, gaming devices and lifestyle technology in a retail space designed to let customers experience products before buying them. For those looking to upgrade their listening experience, The Loop X features an immersive audio wall where they can test sound equipment and explore their options. The store also has an enhancement wall stocked with accessories and mobile add-ons, allowing shoppers to customize their devices and complete their technology setups. Beyond audio, the flagship store features a virtual reality room where visitors can try immersive digital experiences and a racing simulator that offers a hands-on look at gaming technology. Its “His and Hers” concept displays also present curated product pairings to help customers explore devices and accessories suited to different preferences. The store brings together the complete Apple lineup, and devices and accessories from Samsung, realme, Xiaomi, Tecno, Huawei, Honor, Nubia, Vivo and Oppo. Nintendo products are also available, alongside lifestyle technology brands Oura, Plaid, Amazfit and Rokid. With...
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