Source (1) (2) (3) ALSO READ: DepEd spent ~Php 60K each for thousands of Celeron-powered laptops in 2021 –COA report The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged the Department of Education (DepEd) for purchasing Php 2.4 billion worth of laptop for teachers that are 'outdated and pricey' in the implementation of distance learning amidst Covid-19 pandemic in 2021. Consequently, an estimated 28,917 teachers were deprived of the possible benefits from the supposed provision of these laptops." Despite having cheaper and better options at the time, DepEd agreed with the price and technical specifications as recommended by DBM-PS according to COA state auditors. DepEd spokesperson Michael Poa said in a press briefing, August 4, that they are already awaiting feedback from COA after the agency submitted "documentary requirements" regarding the laptops' purchase. "We will always work and cooperate with COA for the improvement of our processes here in DepEd." Source: (1) (2) (3) Read more in our articles including "DepEd spox says laptops 'could be replaced' if proven slow, Briones denies direct involvement on PS-DBM procurement" and "DepEd spent ~Php 60K each for thousands of Celeron-powered laptops in 2021 –COA report".
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May 8, 2026Source (1) (2) (3) ALSO READ: DepEd spent ~Php 60K each for thousands of Celeron-powered laptops in 2021 –COA report The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged the Department of Education (DepEd) for purchasing Php 2.4 billion worth of laptop for teachers that are 'outdated and pricey' in the implementation of distance learning amidst Covid-19 pandemic in 2021.
Consequently, an estimated 28,917 teachers were deprived of the possible benefits from the supposed provision of these laptops." Despite having cheaper and better options at the time, DepEd agreed with the price and technical specifications as recommended by DBM-PS according to COA state auditors. DepEd spokesperson Michael Poa said in a press briefing, August 4, that they are already awaiting feedback from COA after the agency submitted "documentary requirements" regarding the laptops' purchase. "We will always work and cooperate with COA for the improvement of our processes here in DepEd." Source: (1) (2) (3)
Our coverage of coa flag deped includes: "DepEd spox says laptops 'could be replaced' if proven slow, Briones denies direct involvement on PS-DBM procurement"; "DepEd spent ~Php 60K each for thousands of Celeron-powered laptops in 2021 –COA report"; "ASUS Chromebook CM14 announced". Each article provides unique insights and information.