Anne Curtis shares her vivo V80 experience

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Actress and vivo celebrity ambassador Anne Curtis shared how the vivo V80 supports her photography habits, travels, and busy schedule during the smartphone’s Grand Launch at Grand Hyatt Manila on October 30, 2026.

In a conversation with hosts KC Montero and Nicole Anderson, Curtis talked about capturing spontaneous moments, taking portraits, and having a phone that can keep up with her activities as an actress, traveler, and mother.

For Curtis, photography is not just about getting the perfect shot. While she enjoys capturing beautiful landscapes, city lights, sunsets, and even food, she also values photographs that happen naturally. She said she approaches photography with a mix of planning and spontaneity, allowing moments to unfold while relying on the vivo V80 to capture them.

“The best photos aren't the ones planned, aren't set up, aren't pa-aesthetic. It's the ones that come out naturally,” Curtis said, describing her approach to taking photos while traveling.

Her photography routine also involves switching between being behind and in front of the camera. As a mother, she enjoys documenting family moments, but she also makes sure to get the shots she wants when someone else is taking her picture.

The vivo V80 has a 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera with ZEISS 85mm and 100mm Center-Stage Portraits. When asked about her preferred portrait setting, Curtis chose the vivo V80's ZEISS 100mm Center-Stage Portrait option, particularly for its ability to isolate subjects and create a soft, dreamy background. She noted that the feature is useful when taking photos in crowded locations, where minimizing background distractions can help create more focused portraits.

“It's so hard to choose one (between ZEISS 85mm or 100mm Center-Stage Portraits), especially when you're in a crowded location. You kind of just want to make sure that you clean out the noise and make it a beautiful shot without too many distractions in the background,” she said.

 

Beyond photography, Curtis highlighted battery life as an important consideration in choosing a smartphone, particularly given the demands of her work and daily activities. The vivo V80 comes with a 7200mAh BlueVolt battery, which she said gives her more flexibility when taking photos, recording videos, and navigating unfamiliar places throughout the day.

“It's super important, especially in my line of work. It's so inconvenient to always have a power bank with you. It's also a hassle if you have to keep looking for a socket,” Curtis said. “You can spend time making memories and less time worrying about your battery.”

The actress also pointed to the phone's IP68 and IP69 dust and water resistance as a practical feature for outdoor activities, particularly beach trips. Proud of the Philippines' beaches, she said the added protection gives her greater peace of mind when bringing her phone along on outdoor adventures.

Her experience filming on location also makes durability an important consideration. During the conversation, she recalled working in different environments for her projects, where exposure to various elements is part of the job.

Following the interview, Curtis joined vivo executives in hanging vivo V80 devices and the upcoming vivo X500 Pro Max, marking the approaching holiday promotion.

“Anne's experience reflects how people use their smartphones beyond taking pictures, from documenting family milestones and traveling to managing the demands of a full day. With the vivo V80, we want to give users practical features that support these everyday experiences,” said Liu Lu, vivo Philippines Brand Marketing Director.

Watch the vivo V80 Grand Launch video recap.

The vivo V80 Grand Launch brought together media, partners, and guests to introduce the smartphone's features, with Curtis sharing a firsthand perspective on how they fit into her lifestyle. The event also underscored the growing role of smartphone photography in helping people document personal experiences and everyday moments.

Priced starting at Php 42,999, the vivo V80 is available for pre-order until November 13, 2026. Customers who pre-order can enjoy a Php 2,000 discount, limited-edition vivo Buds Air3 worth Php 1,799, Gold vivo membership privileges, six months of broken-screen insurance and warranty, and six months of 100GB Google One cloud storage for new users.

PascualLab Shares Its 80th Anniversary Celebration With Filipinos in Need

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The well-loved pharmaceutical company partners with Caritas Manila 

to reach out to more sectors in need

Pascual Laboratories, Inc. (PascualLab), one of the top-of-mind pharmaceutical companies¹ in the Philippines continues its 80th anniversary celebration by circling back to its core – helping support the health and wellness needs of Filipinos this time in partnership with Caritas Manila.

In 1946, Leonora and Isosceles Pascual founded PascualLab to address Vitamin C needs and provide tuberculosis relief during the post-war era. Eight decades later, PascualLab has grown its portfolio to provide health and wellness solutions for Filipinos’ evolving needs, including food supplementation, cough relief, and oral health.

Through its CSR program Sowing to Empower, Educate, and Develop (S.E.E.D.), PascualLab has been pushing for sustainable development goals (SDGs), including equal health opportunities for all. This 2026, PascualLab is joining hands with the Catholic Church’s social welfare arm Caritas Manila to push for SDG 3 – good health and well-being and 17 – partnership for goals.

Through Caritas Manila’s network and logistical support, PascualLab hopes to reach more indigents and other sectors in need, bringing to them PascualLab health & wellness products that include Ascorbic Acid (Poten-Cee) for adults and kids; Vitex Negundo L. Lagundi Leaf; C-Lium Fibre Food Supplement, and OraCare Mouthrinse.

This October, PascualLab joined hands with Caritas Manila in providing free medical check-ups and cough relief to 90 members of Asilo de San Vicente de Paul, Caritas’ partner community in Manila. At the same event where PascualLab employees volunteered their time and service, PascualLab and Caritas Manila also formalized their partnership with a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).

And to share the celebration with members of media who have supported PascualLab through the years, the Filipino company has donated Php 16,558 Ascof Lagundi Ponkan to children in need, on each their behalf.

For more information on PascualLab and its SEED program, please visit pascuallab linktree #PascualLabat80 #GalingThatKeepsGoing #CaritasManila

Why vivo V80 stands out: Creators explore ZEISS camera, exclusive features

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A smartphone experience is shaped not only by how it captures moments, but also by the ways it lets users express themselves. With the new vivo V80, users can explore a combination of ZEISS-powered imaging, AI creative tools, and a more interactive smartphone experience through OriginOS 7.

Following its grand launch on October 30, creators share on social media their first looks at the vivo V80, showcasing its camera capabilities, creative features, and software enhancements through their own content and perspectives.

https://www.tiktok.com/@chdycrnn/video/7702403010428669192 

A distinctive portrait experience, powered by ZEISS

Photography takes on more creative possibilities with the vivo V80's ZEISS-powered camera experience. Featuring dedicated 85mm and 100mm portrait focal lengths, the smartphone gives users more flexibility in framing subjects and experimenting with different portrait compositions.

Each focal length offers a distinct perspective, allowing users to explore different ways of capturing their subjects through varied framing and portrait compositions.

85mm shot from Mon Samonte's IG post 

 100mm shot from Mon Samonte's IG post

Creator Mon Samonte demonstrates these capabilities through his portrait samples, highlighting how the V80's 85mm and 100mm focal lengths offer different perspectives for capturing subjects.

Beyond portrait photography, the V80 also introduces a fisheye feature that lets users experiment with distinctive wide-angle compositions. Its creative perspective adds another dimension to everyday photography, making it easier to explore unconventional framing and more playful shots.

V80 Fisheye shot from Alysson's IG post 

V80 Fisheye shot from Princess' post

Give every shot a creative touch with AI

Beyond its ZEISS-powered imaging capabilities, the vivo V80 offers more ways to personalize photos through its AI Creative Camera and Creative Sticker Collage features.

These creative tools let users explore different visual treatments and add personalized elements to their photos. From experimenting with AI-powered effects to putting together playful sticker compositions, users can take their photos beyond the initial capture and make each creation more reflective of their style.

Creative sticker collage output from Alysson's IG post 

Creative sticker collage output from Princess' post

For content creators and photography enthusiasts, these additions open up more possibilities for creating visuals that stand out and expressing ideas through photography.

Make every interaction more personal with OriginOS 7

The vivo V80 also brings a more personal touch to the smartphone experience through OriginOS 7, with interactive themes and personalization options that let users make their devices feel more like their own.

One playful feature is the Wiggle effect, which brings movement to personalized wallpaper. Creators explored this by turning photos of their beloved pets into wallpapers, giving their furry companions a fun, animated presence on their phone screens.

Personalized pet wallpaper featuring the Wiggle effect from Halla's IG post 

Personalized pet wallpaper featuring the Wiggle effect from Halla's IG post

Personalized pet wallpaper featuring the Wiggle effect from Neil's IG post 

Personalized pet wallpaper featuring the Wiggle effect from Neil's IG post

It's a simple yet creative way to bring favorite fur babies closer, making even a quick glance at the home screen a little more personal and enjoyable.

Beyond interactive wallpapers, OriginOS 7 also offers other playful features, including Pet Pals, Glint, and StickIt, giving users more ways to personalize their smartphone interface and everyday interactions.

More ways to capture, create, and express

Bringing together ZEISS-powered portrait photography, AI creative tools, and the interactive experience of OriginOS 7, the vivo V80 gives users more opportunities to explore their creativity and express their individuality. From capturing portraits with different perspectives to transforming everyday photos into personalized creations and bringing beloved pets to life on their wallpapers, the smartphone makes everyday experiences more creative and personal.

Building on the V Series experience, the vivo V80 brings together imaging and software innovations that let users do more with their smartphones, whether they're capturing memorable moments, creating content, or adding a personal touch to their devices.

Those looking to explore the smartphone's ZEISS camera capabilities, AI-powered creative features, and OriginOS 7 experience can now pre-order the vivo V80 until November 13, 2026. Customers who pre-order via vivo e-store can enjoy exclusive offers, including a Php 2,500 discount and a free vivo Buds Air3, making it an opportunity to welcome the latest V Series smartphone with added perks.

A School Canteen, a Neighborhood Store: How Two Entrepreneurs Found New Ways to Earn with Maya Business

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For many Filipino entrepreneurs, new business opportunities can come from unexpected places. Sometimes, it's something discovered while scrolling on social media. Other times, it's a conversation that opens the door to new possibilities.

(L-R): Mark Limjuco, Von Bindolo, and Nieves Nale

For Mark Limjuco, a school canteen in Roxas City, Capiz became more than just a place where students could grab a quick meal. Meanwhile, in Cagayan de Oro City, Nieves Nale found ways to keep her neighborhood store growing, even after facing setbacks along the way.

While their businesses serve different communities, both entrepreneurs share the same ambition: to make the most of every opportunity and find more ways to earn.

With Maya Business becoming part of their business journeys, Mark and Nieves show how everyday business needs can lead to bigger opportunities.

From a Social Media Discovery to More Ways to Earn

Mark Limjuco first discovered Maya Business (formerly PayMaya Negosyo) in 2019 after coming across the platform on social media. He downloaded the app out of curiosity and began using it to sell mobile load to his co-workers.

When the pandemic hit, Mark saw an opportunity in online food delivery. What started as an online venture eventually grew into a school canteen inside Capiz National High School in Roxas City.

Beyond their food needs, Mark recognized that students could also benefit from having easy access to essential digital services within the school. He continued using Maya Business to offer mobile load, bills payment, and cash-in and cash-out services alongside his food business, giving students more reasons to visit.

To keep up with demand, Mark needed additional working capital, particularly to maintain enough load credits throughout the day. He started with a ₱1,000 loan with Maya Business, which he used to purchase additional load credits for his student customers.

"Kahit maliit ang unang loan ko, naging malaking tulong ito para masimulan ang negosyo at mas mapagsilbihan ang mga estudyante." (Even though my first loan was small, it helped me continue growing my business and better serve the students.)

As Mark continued using Maya Business and responsibly managing his repayments, he gradually gained access to higher loan offers, allowing him to reinvest more capital into his business.

Since his first ₱1,000 loan, Mark has utilized more than ₱160,000 in loans with Maya Business over time, helping him sustain his services and explore more business opportunities.

Today, Mark continues to work as a college instructor while operating the school canteen, where he is the sole provider of digital financial services through Maya Business.

Together, they have expanded their offerings to include a shake drink stall and school supplies, creating additional income streams beyond their original food and mobile load services.

What began as a simple discovery on social media has since become part of how Mark continues to find new ways to earn.

From a Sari-Sari Store to Two Growing Neighborhood Businesses

For Nieves Nale, running a business has been part of her life for more than two decades.

She opened her first sari-sari store at home in 2002 and eventually expanded to a second location. But like many entrepreneurs, her journey came with challenges, including a fire that damaged her second store.

Determined to rebuild and keep her business going, Nieves relied on her business income and additional working capital through a loan with Maya Business to support her recovery.

Her introduction to Maya Business came through a Maya representative who helped her register on the platform. She began offering mobile load and cash-in and cash-out services, giving customers more convenient ways to complete everyday transactions at her store.

As demand grew, Nieves needed sufficient standby funds to accommodate cash-in and cash-out transactions while keeping her business running smoothly.

Through a loan with Maya Business, she gained access to additional working capital, which she consistently reinvested into her business to maintain funds for customer transactions and support store improvements.

By making timely repayments and continuing to use Maya Business, Nieves gradually gained access to higher loan offers as her business needs grew.

Over time, Nieves has utilized more than ₱556,000 in loans, helping her sustain daily operations, improve her store, and continue growing her business.

"Proud ako na Maya Business partner ako dahil napalago ko ang negosyo ko at nakapagbukas ako ng pangalawang store." (I'm proud to be a Maya Business partner because I've been able to grow my business and open a second store.)

Today, Nieves continues to operate two stores in Cagayan de Oro, building on more than two decades of entrepreneurship while finding new ways to serve her customers and earn additional income.

More Ways to Serve Customers, More Opportunities to Grow

Mark and Nieves may have discovered Maya Business differently, but both found opportunities to grow by responding to what their customers needed.

For Mark, that meant adding mobile load and digital financial services to his school canteen before expanding into shakes and school supplies. For Nieves, it meant offering more services at her neighborhood stores while accessing additional capital to sustain operations and support improvements.

Through Maya Business, entrepreneurs can offer services such as mobile load, bills payment, and cash-in and cash-out transactions, creating additional income opportunities while serving their communities. Eligible Maya Business users can also access working capital through Maya Advance to support their everyday business needs.

Whether discovered through social media or introduced by an agent, Maya Business offers entrepreneurs practical ways to make more of their business.

Looking to grow your business with digital tools and services? Download the Maya Business app on Google Play and App Store and register with just one valid ID to get started.

Visit https://www.maya.ph/business and https://www.mayabank.ph/ to stay updated. Maya Philippines, Inc. and Maya Bank, Inc. are regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. www.bsp.gov.ph. For 24/7 assistance, call 1800-10-845-7777 toll-free or 0919-057-7777 using SMART or TNT.

Mas Ligtas, Mas Protektado: How to enable In-App OTPs on your GCash App for upgraded security and protection

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To keep accounts protected and digital transactions safer, GCash is reminding users to switch to in-app One-Time Pins (OTPs) for seamless, direct verification within the app.

In-App OTPs help protect users from SMS-based scams. By sending OTPs directly to the registered app, only the account owner can receive and approve requests. It also quickens transactions by removing the need to switch apps, type codes, or wait for SMS messages to arrive.

This shift is part of the broader strategy of GCash to enhance security through Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), a widely used industry standard that adds more layers of protection when accessing an account. MFA helps lower the risk of account takeovers, even if passwords or MPINs are compromised.

GCash has consistently invested in stronger protection systems, including Know-Your-Customer (KYC) verification and Facial Recognition verification (Double Safe). In-App OTPs add to these safeguards and improve security without creating extra steps for users.

As digital scams continue to evolve and become more sophisticated, GCash remains committed to strengthening platform security and setting a higher standard for safe and secure digital finance in the Philippines.

Here’s a quick guide how to enable push notifications for the GCash app:

Step 1: Go to Settings

Open the Settings app on your mobile phone. This is where you can manage how each app on your device sends you alerts and notifications.

Step 2: Select “Notifications”

Inside Settings, go to “Notifications”, then look for GCash on the list of apps. Tap on it to open the notification settings for the GCash app.

Step 3: Activate “Allow Notifications”

Turn on the toggle for “Allow Notifications.” Once enabled, your phone will start receiving in-app OTPs from GCash through secure push notifications, keeping you a step ahead of scams that exploit SMS OTPs.

For more information, visit www.gcash.com.