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Level Infinite's Honor of Kings, one of the world's most popular mobile and eSports games, has announced co-branding collaborations with Midea, the world's No.1 smart home appliance brand and the world's no. 1 residential inverter air conditioner company, and Anker Innovations, a global leader in charging technology, which brings together world-class appliance innovation and industry-level smart fast charging solutions with the fast-paced world of mobile eSports through the thrilling global competition of the 2025 Honor of Kings International Championship (KIC2025). As another milestone in the global brand journey of Midea and Anker, these collaborations aim to bring smart, comfortable lifestyle expertise and world-class professional charging technology to the gaming and eSports community worldwide, reinforcing their commitment to connecting technology, comfort, and modern living in new, meaningful ways and empowering gamers to stay fully charged for every move, every match, and every win.
In line with the competitive calendar, the attention now turns to the KIC2025, currently taking place in Manila, Philippines until November 30, 2025. Under the inspiring slogan "Rise For Honor", the tournament features 16 elite teams from across the globe competing for a US$1,000,000 prize pool. The event marks an important step in the global growth of mobile eSports as it integrates elements of Filipino local culture, creating a dynamic blend of world-class eSports competition and cultural celebration. Midea spotlights its key appliance — the Midea Chione Inverter AC series, the ideal cooling solutions tailored for the modern Filipino homes and the eSports enthusiasts. The Midea Chione Inverter AC is powered by the advanced AI ECOMASTER system, delivering up to 30% energy savings compared to normal operation modes. Its intelligent algorithm continuously adjusts performance in real time, maintaining the perfect balance between comfort and efficiency. Chione's AI Humidity Control automatically maintains the ideal humidity level between 40% and 70%, keeping the air perfectly balanced — whether it's a hot, humid day or a cool, dry night. With Silent Mode, Chione reduces outdoor unit noise by up to 3dB. Delivering a quieter operation for a more peaceful sleep, all without compromising cooling performance. Offering complete smart control, allowing you to manage your AC anytime, anywhere via the mobile app. It also supports integration with major smart home systems and can adjust settings automatically based on your location or specific needs. Built to last, Chione features Prime Guard technologies such as Hyper Grapfins™ with 12.5x corrosion resistance, UV-protected PCBs, and a wide voltage operation range (80V-265V).
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On the other hand, Anker's Smart Fast Charging lineup takes center stage, led by the Anker 25K Powerbank (A1695), which serves as the official tournament powerbank for Honor of Kings and is engineered for performance and stability to ensure smooth gameplay and rapid device recovery between matches. The Anker 140W Charger (B2697) is a multi-port GaN charger capable of powering laptops, tablets, and phones simultaneously, making it ideal for gamers. Both models feature multiple ports and fast-charging capabilities, keeping devices cool, stable, and fully powered under heavy gaming demands. Both the Anker 25K Powerbank (A1695) and Anker 140W Charger (B2697) have achieved the top sales ranking in related charger and power bank categories in Shopee and Lazada in the Philippines, highlighting their popularity among gamers and tech enthusiasts. The A1695 also serves as the official tournament sponsorship powerbank, delivering proven performance and stability trusted by eSports professionals during high-stakes gameplay. Together, these products showcase Anker's commitment to providing reliable, high-performance charging solutions for every type of gamer. Anker Innovations Southeast Asia General Manager Leon Wu emphasized that gaming requires speed, focus, and endurance — and that superior charging technology should match that intensity, stating, "At Anker, we believe great technology delivers more than performance — it provides users with reliability and confidence. When gamers can rely on their power source — such as our multi‑port fast chargers with a display — they can play anytime, anywhere with stability, cool efficiency, and focus, staying fully immersed and unlocking their ultimate potential." Leon further noted that the collaboration reflects Anker Innovations' mission to ignite possibilities through ultimate innovation, empowering users through smart, purposeful hardware. Guided by the company's values — First Principle, Seek Ultimate, and Grow Together — Anker continues to design charging solutions that combine speed, stability, and dependable reliability.
Together with Honor of Kings, Midea invites Filipino consumers to embrace a lifestyle where performance meets comfort. Enjoy a home which responds as dynamically as your game. From the tournament arena to your living room, discover how technology, entertainment and everyday living can merge seamlessly through Midea's lineup of innovative appliances. Meanwhile, through the Anker x Honor of Kings collaboration, gamers can experience the same trusted charging technology used by eSports professionals. The Midea Chione Inverter AC and the Anker 25K Powerbank (A1695) and 140W Charger (B2697) are now available through online stores and retail partners across Southeast Asia.
