Vivo Showcases Pioneering TOF 3D Sensing Technology at MWC Shanghai 2018

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Vivo to give consumers a true sense of the third dimension through new gesture and 3D-enhanced apps 

Vivo has revealed its Time of Flight (TOF) 3D Sensing Technology at MWC Shanghai 2018, with the promise of a paradigm shift in imaging, AR and human-machine interaction, which will elevate consumer lifestyles with new levels of immersion and smart capability. 

Vivo’s pioneering TOF 3D Sensing Technology detects the time it takes emitted pulse light to return to the sensor to accurately map objects at up to three meters in front of it. It enables new opportunities in facial, gesture and motion recognition, 3D photography and AR, expanding the capabilities of the next generation of smart devices.

“From last year’s debut of In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology, the recent launch of the truly bezel-less Vivo NEX, to our ground-breaking TOF 3D Sensing technology, we continue to forge ahead and evolve towards the truly intelligent future by opening new ways for the AI to help the consumer,” said Alex Feng, Senior Vice President of Vivo. “By combining TOF 3D Sensing Technology with AI, we will continue to explore new possibilities for a better future.”

Industry’s Highest Resolution 3D Sensing

Vivo’s TOF 3D Sensing Technology features industry-leading performance in depth of information captured with its 300,000 sensor points, which is 10 times the number of existing Structured Light Technology. This raises the bar by enabling 3D mapping at up to three meters from the phone while having a smaller baseline than Structured Light. TOF 3D Sensing Technology is also simpler and smaller in structure and allows for more flexibility when embedded in a smartphone. This will enable much broader application of this technology than was previously possible.

Vivo's TOF 3D Sensing Technology is no mere proof of concept. The technology is tested and meets industry standards required for integration with current apps soon. Beyond facial recognition, TOF 3D Sensing Technology will open up new possibilities for entertainment as well as work. 

Through precise and accurate tracking of gestures and movements of the user’s entire body, TOF 3D Sensing Technology creates entirely new ways to interact with and experience the world. Using AI to beautify a photo according to the entire person is a whole step above current photography applications. Merging this technology with AR capabilities could take users one step further and allow them to try on clothes virtually with enhanced 3D virtual fitting. It can also track gestures for mixed reality (MR) games and provide an entire new way to immerse yourself in a virtual world through MR games.

By combining AI recognition with TOF 3D Sensing Technology’s precise understanding of what it sees, users can even capture entire objects using 3D modelling. Users can therefore scan and recreate entire objects digitally. This technology can be used to scan lesson props for education, or even help scan critical parts of the body for medical purposes.

Download high-resolution event and product images of Vivo at MWC Shanghai 2018 at this link: https://edelmanftp.boxcn.net/v/VivoMWCShanghai2018 

Pioneer hosts beach clean-up event in Iloilo City

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Recently, the Pioneer Adhesives Foundation, Inc. conducted a beach cleanup event at Villa Beach in Arevalo, Iloilo City. Over 100 volunteers participated in the event, which concluded with over 300 kilograms of trash being collected from the beach and properly disposed of. 

The event was spearheaded by Pioneer Adhesives Foundation’s Executive Director Martina Spakowski, in fulfillment of the organization’s advocacy of education, disaster relief, and environmental protection.

“The Philippines is home to the most abundant and diverse marine ecosystems on the planet and it is terribly under threat due to several factors, one of which being that we are the third largest contributor of ocean trash in the world. This threat can be eliminated and we believe that by involving individuals in activities like this they will begin to realize the environmental impacts of our daily habits and this hopefully leads to smarter purchase decisions to reduce our trash output.”

The beach cleanup represented both a drive for awareness and a concrete action to help protect our environment. It was a timely gesture that reflects the values of World Environment Day, which took place just recently on June 5 and in which more than 143 countries are a part of every year. This year’s theme was “Beat Plastic Pollution” and Pioneer’s beach cleanup support this thrust by preventing over 300kgs of trash from entering the ocean and posing a threat to marine life.

In a time when trash is beginning to fill our oceans and marine life is being threatened, the call to action has never been louder for us to do our part and make more conscious decisions to help preserve the life of our oceans. 

It is through The Foundation that Pioneer Adhesives, Inc. spreads its commitment as a responsible Filipino company. 

Get bonus points for free flights with Cebu Pacific GetGo Credit cards

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From hassle-free shopping, to convenient bills payment and limitless access to exciting promos, credit card users certainly enjoy the best of what life has to offer. Now, GetGo members can indulge in a lifestyle of luxury and free travel when they apply for their own CEB GetGo Credit Card.

As the most rewarding lifestyle program, GetGo is again making everyday purchases more satisfying by giving away 8,000 bonus points to newly-approved CEB GetGo Credit Cardholders who apply from January 31 to August 31, 2018.

Interested individuals can sign up via https://bit.ly/2Md1DXx or through other UnionBank channels. Once approved, all they have to do is to use their credit cards for a single or accumulated retail spend worth P20,000, register online at https://unionbankph.com/8kgetgopoints and sign up for the new UnionBank Online mobile app via the Apple Store or Google Play.

With 8,000 bonus GetGo points, you can book thrilling getaways and make priceless memories at any of the country’s most beautiful provinces. You can fly to Bacolod, Cebu, Iloilo, and Tagbilaran to discover unique local culture and architectures. You can even spend a weekend at the beach by scoring the best one-way flight deals to Davao, Suriago, and Dumaguete with your GetGo points. Or if you’re up to fly out of the country, you can use your additional 8,000 points to explore Cebu Pacific’s international destinations.

But wait, there’s more! New CEB GetGo Platinum Credit Cardholders will also receive a unique promo code worth 8,000 GetGo points when they spend another P20,000 worth of single or accumulated purchases using their new credit cards within 65 days from card approval date. They can use this code to get 8,000 points off when booking their flights with GetGo. That’s just P40,000 total spend using CEB GetGo Platinum Credit Card for a total of 16,000 GetGo points!

So, what are you waiting for? Enjoy your next trip with your own CEB GetGo Credit Card. Promo runs until August 31, 2018.

For more information on memberships and partners, visit www.getgo.com.ph. Stay updated on the latest promos by liking GetGoPH’s official pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Shopee Launches “Shopee Celebrity Club” - The kick off of Shopee Celebrity Club feature the launch of the highly anticipated apparel label Avel x Matteo by Filipino designer Avel Bacudio and Matteo Guidicelli

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Shopee Philippines in collaboration with Top Filipino Celebrities launch #ShopeeCelebrityClub featuring a series of celebrity stores by famed Filipino personalities including Shopee’s brand ambassador Anne Curtis, Avel Bacudio, Matteo Guidicelli, Vice Ganda, Kris Aquino, and more.

The kick off of Shopee Celebrity Club feature the launch of the highly anticipated apparel label Avel x Matteo by Filipino designer Avel Bacudio and  Matteo Guidicelli  held at One Canvas on July 3, 2018.

 Avel Bacudio,  Jane Lim, Director of Shopee Philippines and  Matteo Guidicell

The leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, Shopee is the first e-commerce platform in the Philippines to onboard a series of official celebrities on the platform with the launch of the Shopee Celebrity Club. 

With Shopee Celebrity Club, Shopee users can now easily access a curated collection of products by their favourite celebrities on Shopee, including brand ambassador Anne Curtis, Avel Bacudio, Matteo Guidicelli, Vice Ganda, Kris Aquino, and more. 

To mark the launch of Shopee Celebrity Squad, Shopee will be offering exclusive deals and discounts across all celebrity stores from July 4 to 7. As a special treat, Shopee in collaboration with Grab Express, will also offer same-day delivery to all celebrity stores for free!

“Our users form the core of all our strategies, and the launch of Shopee Celebrity Club represents our commitment to always find new ways to reach out to and engage them. We know Filipinos adore their homegrown celebrities, and we began to notice a rising demand for their products. Hence, we decided to introduce a dedicated in-app space featuring a variety of celebrity brands to allow shoppers to easily access products sold by their favourite celebrities. We are proud to be the first e-commerce to officially launch such an initiative in the Philippines and look forward to even more exciting celebrity collaborations to come,” said Jane Lim, Director of Shopee Philippines.

The grand launch of Shopee Celebrity Club will feature exclusive offers, including a 20% storewide discount on selected celebrity shops from July 4 to 7. 

Celebrities featured in the debut of Shopee Celebrity Club include: 

• Shopee Philippines’ first-ever brand ambassador Anne Curtis, with her cosmetics line, BLK Cosmetics 

• Comedian and TV host, Vice Ganda, with his brand Vice Cosmetics 

• Actress, producer, and host, Kris Aquino, with her famous collaboration Kris x Ever Bilena featuring lipsticks and brow products 

• Filipino broadcast journalist, Korina Sanchez, with her skincare line K Everyday Beauty 

• Much-loved actress, Karel Marquez, who will be releasing her first cosmetics line, Kspark Beauty Cosmetics, exclusively on Shopee

• Best-selling authors Charo Santos, Alex Gonzaga, Ramon Bautista, Richard Poon, and Maricar Reyes from ABS-CBN Publishing, each with their own novels 

To add to the excitement, the kick off of Shopee Celebrity Club also feature the launch of the highly anticipated apparel label Avel x Matteo by Filipino designer Avel Bacudio and actor Matteo Guidicelli. 

The denim brand will be exclusively available on Shopee from July 4.

“Avel x Matteo’s concept is about quality of life and finding a good balance between work and friends. I am excited to be part of the Shopee Celebrity Club, and also, to be working with the leading e-commerce platform in the Philippines. After a year of planning and creating, I’m finally able to share these ripped, stretch and lightweight jeans with everyone. This is my first time venturing into the fashion industry- collaborating with Avel and launching exclusively in Shopee make it extra special for me, ” said Matteo Guidicelli.

“We are so thrilled to debut Avel x Matteo, a collection of limited edition ripped jeans exclusively on Shopee. Our goal was to make designer jeans accessible to a broader market. We are able to do that with our partnership with Shopee. It enables us to reach a wide network of customers in the Philippines,” said Avel Bacudio.

Beyond providing users with access to products by their favourite celebrities, users can also look forward to exclusive campaigns and events presented in collaboration with these celebrities, including giveaways and celebrity appearances on Shopee’s Facebook live sessions. Stay tuned on Shopee’s Facebook page for a one-on-one Facebook live session with Korina Sanchez, Matteo Guidicelli and Enchong Dee for more details on their products. 

Don’t miss the chance to shop from your favourite celebrities on Shopee. For more information about Shopee Celebrity Club, visit https://shopee.ph/ShopeeCelebrityClub.

Download the Shopee app for free on App Store or Google Play Store.

Asian Artists Agency’s Young Stars Fire Up The Stage This July

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It’s a fiery July for the young generation stars of Asian Artists Agency (called the SRATS).

Online singing star and cover princess Aiana Juarez will take centerstage at Centris all Fridays of July. She will be joined by fellow AAAI artists Miko and Gab (July 6), Selena Marie (July 13), Drei Raña (July 20), and Miko and Gab (July 27).

Aiana will also have a series of shows at Resorts World every Thursday of July.

“I’m very excited with my upcoming shows. It’s gonna be a fun, fun night for everyone. I’ll give my best shot in all my performances. I would like to invite everyone to please watch my shows. Let’s sing and groove to the beat together,” Aiana said.

Aiana is a YouTuber known for creating her own versions of famous songs including Ex Battalion’s Hayaan Mo Sila, Perfect by Ed Sheeran, TitiboTibo by Moira de la Torre. Her rendition of the song Hayaan Mo Sila landed her on the number 2 spot on YouTube’s Trending section.

Wilbert Ross will go live at the Resorts World in all Fridays of July. 

Wilbert is Showtime’s Kilig Ambassador and a member of Hashtags. “Don’t miss the dates! Let’s party together. Gusto ko ipakita sa mga tao that I can make them happy and entertained. Masarap magpasaya ng mga tao.” 

Mac Murillo 

Joining Aiana and Wilbert is Mac Murillo who is part of the digital team of AAAI. Mac has had stints as an acoustic singer before working with AAAI, and staged regular gigs at The 70s Bistro and 12 Monkeys. He is also an active YouTuber. 

For inquiries, please call (02) 855-4765 or (02) 405-4423, email info@asianartistsagency. com, and visit fb.com/ asianartistsagency

Vivo’s notch-bearing Y81 a steal with a relatively reasonable price tag

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Notch-bearing smartphones are being churned out like pancakes by leading smartphone brand Vivo and just a few days ago, one of these smartphones was released in Manila under the brand’s Y series—the trendy Vivo Y81 phone.

Vivo’s thumbprint specs are omnipresent in all their products. With the Vivo Y81, 13 MP rear camera does not fail selfie lovers especially with its the AI Face Beauty feature complemented by PDAF technology, providing flawless but natural-looking shots. The future-forward Face Unlock feature is also a specs highlight plus the phone’s ample 32 GB of storage. For game aficionados, Vivo Y81 does not disappoint with its 3GB RAM and a Game Mode feature which allows for smooth and uninterrupted game play.

But the Vivo Y81’s 6.22-inch notch display is the real spotlight stealer here.

What does the notch really do and why the clamor for it? Smartphone experts swear by its advantages such as adding to a display’s usable space and maximizing screen area minus the need to compromise the essential features such as the front camera, sensors, receiver speaker, and LED indicator. A notch also allows for a smaller smartphone models to carry a larger display panel.

Running at an HD resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, the Y81 boasts of a 19:9 FullView Display with a screen to body ratio of the Y81 is 88%, which means that the phone offers 15.5% more screen view than its counterparts with a 16:9 aspect ratio.

To top it all off, the display is a well-protected by Corning Gorilla glass shield.

The Vivo Y81 is available in colors black and red at only P9,999.00, relatively easy on the pocket for a notch display phone of its kind in the market.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/vivophil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines /), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts

RCBC Savings Bank awards winners of Save Up and Fly promo

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Lucky winners of RCBC Savings Bank’s (RSB) Save Up and Fly promo will soon fly to their dream travel destinations this 2018. By simply saving up, winners get to enjoy an all-expense paid trip for two to Europe, Hongkong, Malaysia and Singapore. Aside from travel packages, pre-loaded RSB MyWallet Visa Prepaid cards were also given out.

In photo: L-R: Francis Vincent R. Berdan (RSB Retail Banking Group Head), Arcelie Watiwat and Arlyn Watiwat (Trip to HongKong Winners), Mela Cojuangco (Representative of Trip to Europe Winners), Maria Lourdes Rivera (Trip to Singapore Winner), Rommel S. Latinazo (RSB President and CEO), Jerry Arconado (Representative of Trip to Europe Winners), Maria Vilma U. Garganera (Representative of Trip to Malaysia winners) and Guilberto K. Benedicto (RSB Product Sales and Support Division Head).

Fifteen depositors were drawn from the raffle last April 23, 2018. RCBC Savings Bank President and CEO, Rommel Latinazo awarded the winners, together with the head of Retail Banking Group, Mr. Francis Vincent Berdan, and head of Product Sales and Support Division, Mr. Guilberto Benedicto during the awarding ceremony last June 7.

The Save Up and Fly Promo was launched in 2017. An RSB Depositor earns a raffle entry for at least P5,000-worth of new or additional deposit, depending on the RSB savings and checking account that was opened. Aside from getting a raffle entry, clients can instantly win a brand new Samsung Phone by opening a new Dragon Savings and Dragon All-in-One Checking account and maintain at least Php 250,000 deposit for 10 months.

The winners of the trip for two to Europe are Maria B. Elefante and Tomas Elefante. HongKong Trip for two winners are Arjay Watiwat and Antonio Watiwat. Andrea Michaela Lanuza and Gerardo Domenico Antonio Lanuza won the trip for two to Malaysia. Maria Lourdes Rivera, Maria Paula Carolyn Rivera and Marie Franze Stefanie Rivera won the trip for two to Singapore. MyWallet Cash cards loaded with P3,000 winners are: Stephen Edgar Durnien and Jelita Durnien; Lilia Tiu, Alicia Velacion and Oliver Velacion, Ranilo Jose Sioson; April Frances Lapuz, Alejandro Udiong and Angelita Udiong, Rosemarie Lirazan; Rosalina Ngo and Anson Ngo; Cesar Pangilinan; Cyric Tan and Maria Cecilia Tan.

RCBC Savings Bank (RSB) is the consumer banking arm of Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) and a member of the Yuchengco Group of Companies (YGC). It is one of the top thrift banks in the country, with over 150 business and lending centers nationwide. Retail financial services include deposit and investment products, as well as auto and housing loans. 

For more information on RCBC Savings Bank, visitwww.rcbcsavingsbank.com.

OPPO celebrates its 4th year in Philippines with OPPO4U Anniversary Sale

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OPPO, the No.2 global smartphone brand in Philippines, will be celebrating its 4^th year in the country in a big way this July, with the #OPPO4U Anniversary Sale. Customers participating in the sale will be eligible to win over PHP 1 million worth of prizes, get to avail of exclusive discounts, and take home a variety of freebies within the month.

Over PHP 1 Million Worth of Prizes

Customers who purchase any OPPO smartphone from July 1-31, 2018 will be entitled to join the raffle to win the following prizes: four grand prize winners of PHP 100,000 cash, four winners of an Asian trip for 2, four winners of a 40” LED TV, and 40 winners of PHP 10,000 cash.

To join the raffle:

1. Consumer must visit the OPPO Philippines Facebook Page and click the OPPO4You Anniversary Sale tab.
2. The participant must register his/her full name, email, registered address, and contact number.

In order to obtain raffle entries, the participants must complete some tasks. Full mechanics are posted on OPPO’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/OPPOPH/)


Exclusive Offers

Providing #SelfieExpert experience for all, the OPPO A83 2018 2GB/16GB is now available for only PHP 6,990, saving customers PHP 2,000 and offering face unlock technology, AI selfie and full screen experience at a very affordable price point.

Aside from being a #SelfieExpert, customers get to enjoy premium benefits with an additional 6- month extended warranty, providing a total of 18 months of guaranteed service. Plus, they can enhance their OPPO smartphone experience with 20% discount on all Olike accessories.

OPPO Online Stores

Customers can avail additional online and get PHP 500 discount at OPPO Partner Stores in Lazada & Shopee by simply using the promo code “OPPO4U”.

“More than a celebration of OPPO’s 4th year in the country, OPPO4U—our most exciting combined sale to date—is our way of thanking our customers for supporting the brand and helping make it what it is today,” OPPO Philippines Vice President of Marketing Jane Wan said. “We hope that these prizes and promo offers will in turn bring joy to our customers beyond the products they purchase.”

Promo runs from July 1, 2018 to July 31, 2018, per DTI Permit number 11775 series of 2018.

For more information on #OPPO4U and OPPO’s official online store on Shopee, visithttps://shopee.ph/oppophilippines. Customers may download the Shopee app for FREE via App Store or Google Play, and also follow OPPO at www.facebook.com/OPPOPH and Shopee athttps://www.facebook.com/www.Shopee.ph/ for more updates.

Enjoy Dalawang Linamnam sa Isang Ulam with Jollibee Burger Steak

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When it comes to a satisfying lunch, nothing can beat a classic kanin at ulam combination like Jollibee’s Burger Steak. This best-selling offering has captured the hearts and taste buds of generations of Filipinos through two-in-one savory goodness with every bite. 

Made with 100% pure beef, the Burger Steak patty is a winning ulam on its own—a beef patty cooked just right and seasoned to fit the Pinoy palate. Add the mouth-watering mushroom gravy—a flavor-packed sauce with real mushroom slices that complements and amplifies the beefy patty—and you’ve got yourself dalawang linamnam sa isang ulam that goes perfectly with a steaming serving of white rice!

“For those who love rice, a good savory—or malinamnam—ulam is definitely the best partner for every meal. With Jollibee Burger Steak, we’ve taken the two beloved savory flavors of beef and mushroom gravy to serve dalawang linamnam with every bite,” said Mari Aldecoa, Jollibee Marketing Director for Core Products.

Best of all, you get to enjoy this explosively delicious beefy-saucy combo at prices that will make you crave for more! The Burger Steak is available at all Jollibee branches nationwide for dine-in, delivery, take-out, and drive-thru for only PHP 50.00* (solo).

Like Burger Steak aficionado and endorser Anne Curtis in her latest Jollibee commercial, sing your heart out for your dalawang linamnam sa isang ulam fave anytime, anywhere!

Your best World Cup viewing experience, brought to you by LG and Grand Hyatt

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LG Philippines and Grand Hyatt hotel have teamed up to give football fans the ultimate World Cup viewing experience. 

Follow the action as it happens in Russia as Pool House at Grand Hyatt hosts daily viewing events on a giant 86-inch UHD TV from June 11 to July 15. Hotel guests and locals alike can pop into the poolside venue and cheer on their favorite teams without having to pay a fee or making a reservation. You can even literally “dive in” to the fun and watch the planet’s most celebrated sporting tournament unfold while swimming. 

Also on view at Pool House for the duration of the 2018 World Cup is the 65-inch 2018 LG OLED TV E8, another TV that’s best for watching footy. Equipped with AI technology and an Alpha 9 Intelligent Processor, LG’s new OLED TV offers rich color, amazing sound, stunning clarity, and a quick motion-handling feature. LG OLED TVs also offer high contrast and perfect black levels, ensuring that you will see every move made on the field in stunning detail. 

From left to right: Mr. Bogensperger (Grand Hyatt Manila General Manager), Ms. Ledesma (Grand Hyatt Manila Director of Sales and Marketing), Ms. Ryu (Philalphakor Internation Inc. Director), Mr. An (LG Electronics Philippines VP for Home Entertainment), Mr. Ganser (Grand Hyatt Manila Director of Food & Beverage)

Discover the LG OLED and UHD TVS, and enjoy the “beautiful game” with other football fans at Pool House at the Grand Hyatt. Check to see when your favorite team will be playing, and mark your calendars now.

OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON FULL COMPLIANCE OF ONE YEAR EXPIRY OF PREPAID LOAD

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Globe Telecom has fully complied with the Memorandum Circular (MC) No. 05-12-2017 issued jointly by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), extending the validity of all prepaid load to one (1) year.

Effective July 5, 2018, all Globe prepaid load, including those with denominations below 300 pesos, will carry a one year expiration period. It was on January 6 when Globe and other carriers started implementing the one year expiration period for prepaid load worth 300 pesos and above.

We are grateful to the NTC, DICT, and DTI for giving us ample time to prepare for the smooth and seamless implementation of the extension of the expiration period across all denominations.

All-new Nokia 6.1 and the Nokia 7 Plus: Achieve work-life balance in style

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Built-to-last and flagship hero performance to rely on to complete tasks while enjoying life’s experiences

From beating morning rush-hour traffic, meeting deadlines at work and clinching that presentation, braving the rain or floods to staying in touch with loved ones, getting fit or pursuing other personal goals such as enrolling in a culinary class or starting jiu jitsu, finding that delicate balance between work and personal life is a daily challenge. Young urban professionals seek to get a head start on their careers while also enjoying their independence, seeking out new adventures and experiencing fully what life has to offer.

HMD Global, the new home of Nokia phones, makes sure Filipinos are always on top of their game, whether at work or in other aspects of their personal lives, with innovative technologies that are also reliable. The built-to-last and flagship hero quality of the all-new Nokia 6.1 and the Nokia 7 Plus, combined with Android technology for smartphones, let young urbanites juggle the challenges at work, home and other aspects of life with ease and style.

Shannon Mead, country manager of HMD Global Philippines, said:

“We at HMD Global understand that Filipinos have a very active and dynamic lifestyle so we made it our vision to provide reliable and innovative technology that would meet the needs of the local market without compromising style. The latest of our smartphone offerings, the Nokia 6.1 and Nokia 7 Plus, both live up to the Nokia mobile’s legacy of durability, premium quality and advanced features to enable end-users to achieve work-life balance seamlessly.”

The Nokia 6.1: Built to last for busy millennials

Built to adapt to the fast-paced lifestyle of working millennials, the upgraded Nokia 6.1 offers powerful performance and new features in a more compact and durable body. Backed by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 630 Mobile Platform, the phone delivers efficient performance that is 60 percent faster than its predecessor. This means less time to load apps and more time for checking with colleagues at work, chatting with loved ones or simply catching up on the latest movies or games.

By combining a sculpted 2.5D display with damage-resistant Corning® Gorilla® Glass, the new Nokia 6.1 is able to withstand the challenges of daily urban grind. Its USB-C fast-charging feature provides as much as 50 percent power in just 30 minutes, allowing users to quickly get back to their to-do list for the day.

The Nokia 7 Plus: The flagship hero for urbanites

Designed with top-class performance and durability in mind, the Nokia 7 Plus is the modern career person’s best friend. The vivid 6-inch 18:9 full-HD+ display allows for convenient and efficient content browsing, perfect for productive and on-the-go professionals who need to stay updated about work and other important matters. With its powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 660 Mobile Platform processor and 3800mAh battery, the flagship hero smartphone can keep up with the demands of a busy lifestyle, delivering reliable performance with style.

The smoothly curved back, slim edges and copper highlights of the Nokia 7 Plus create a sleek, comfortable yet strong look that goes well with both classy and bold individuals, making the phone a stylish partner anyone can rely on.

Capture moments, tell stories

Both the Nokia 6.1 and Nokia 7 Plus offer enhanced ZEISS optics and Dual-Sight technology for clear and sharp images that capture both sides of every story. The phones’ innovative optical hardware and imaging algorithms combined make weekend adventures extra memorable with true-to-life images of special moments with family and loved ones.

The two new additions to the Nokia mobile Android family also now come with the pro-camera mode. The advanced camera settings allows for quick and easy manual control over photos, thus making sure memories from long road trips or quick get-togethers are preserved beautifully without filters.

The Nokia 6.1 boasts a 16MP primary camera and an 8MP front-facing camera while the Nokia 7 Plus is equipped with a 12MP primary and 13MP secondary rear cameras and a 16MP front-facing camera.

Pure, secure and up-to-date Android One experience

The Nokia 6.1 and Nokia 7 Plus receive monthly security updates up to three years to ensure a secure smartphone experience. With the Android Oreo™ upgrade on purchase, millennials can enjoy the latest Android features of the Nokia 6.1 and Nokia 7 Plus, including Picture-in-Picture for multitasking, Android Instant Apps to discover and run apps with minimal friction, 60 fantastic new emojis and battery-maximizing features such as limiting background app use.

As part of a stronger commitment to a pure, secure and up-to-date Android experience, the Nokia 6.1 and Nokia 7 Plus are the latest additions to the Android One lineup with 2-letter upgrades, bringing AI-powered innovations and security protections. Android One features vivid displays, picture-perfect cameras and the latest Google innovations such as auto-adjusting power usage, built-in Google Play Protect that dynamically prevents viruses and malware, and a small, curated set of preloaded apps that gives room for more storage.

Availability and pricing

The Nokia 6.1 is available in Blue/Gold while the Nokia 7 Plus comes in both Black/Copper and White/Copper variants. Both phones also offer a 4GB RAM / 64 GB ROM configuration.

Until August 31, get free JBL T450BT Bluetooth headphones worth PHP3,000 with every purchase of the Nokia 6.1 at participating dealers. During this period, you can also get the Nokia 6.1 for PHP15,990 with 0% interest for 6 months and the Nokia 7 Plus for PHP21,990 with 0% interest for 9 months from Home Credit.

Explore FUN TAIPEI 2018 ! The perfect place for travelers, foodies and shopaholics

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Taipei is a city bursting with life and what better way to explore some of its most popular spots and landmarks and food? 

Enjoy traveling to Taipei, you will discover different awesome places, capture and share moments of your journey. 

Deputy Commissioner of Taipei City’s Department of Information and Tourism Chen Yu-hsin expressed her gratitude to the Filipinos for choosing Taipei as one of their favourite travel destinations.

Taiwan has EXTENDED the Visa­Free entry policy for Filipinos until July 31, 2019.

Accordingly, the number of Filipino visitors has hit new highs, with the number reaching 290,784 since Taiwan approved the visa-free program for visitors from the Philippines in November 2017, which is just extended until the end of July, 2019. This is staggering 68.59% increase from the same period in the previous year, which attracted 172,475 people in 2016.

Explore FUN TAIPEI 2018

And more exciting for the food-loving nature of Filipino, the Department of Information and Tourism has created a promotional theme - a 24-hour non-stop eating tour !

During the FUN TAIPEI 2018 media launch held at the Filipinas Ballroom, Ascott Hotel in Makkati City on July 3, 2018, they feature Taipei’s famous food and beverage service providers!

 

 

 

Including Taipei’s popular breakfast brand My Warm Day, hottest Ma La hot pot, award-winning pastry and bakery Sunmerry, always packed Smoothie House, world-famous beverage maker KQ Tea. 

This delegation visits the Philippines introduce chic hotel chain Amba Hotels & Resorts.

And also dry noodle maker Asha-food and Fried Chicken Master that you will buy as your take home for your loveones and family to enjoy. 

Taipei Double-decker Sightseeing Bus

Taipei Double-decker Sightseeing Bus service and the trendy hotel chain are also drawing attention for the Philippine visitors during the product launch event.

• Taipei Double-decker Sightseeing Bus service will guide you to discover major landmarks in Taipei by exploring from 23 bus stops across two routes.  

• Hop on and off at your preferred attractions along the Taipei sightseeing bus route for maximum flexibility.

• Visit top attractions such as National Palace Museum, Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall, Ximending, Taipei 101 and many more. 

• Share your traveling moments with free WiFi available on the Taipei double decker bus.

• Enjoy introductions of attractions with a headset commentary in a choice of languages: English, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. You will be provided with a headset that offers introduction to Taipei in English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean. You will also have access to free Wi-Fi onboard the Taipei sightseeing bus, allowing you to capture and share moments of your journey. 

Travel and Explore Taipei

The famous local travel agency Jeron Travel has launched its latest travel promotion: an airfare and hotel deal with Taiwan’s top airliner EVA AIR, including a ticket for the Taipei double-decker sightseeing bus.

The ticket sale is set to start on 5th July in the Philippines at a minimum price of USD 400. Also available is the limited amount of Fun Pass Taipei and “FUN TAIPEI” surprise package. This will give Filipino get to enjoy a series of super deals once they board the flight until they return home.

Deputy Commissioner Chen Yu-hsin says the Department of Information and Tourism also host a tourism business matching session for the first time right after the press conference to follow the local customs of the tourism industry. More than 40 local tourism operators and agencies are invited to meet with the business delegates from Taipei I the hope of encouraging more Filipino visitors to come to Taipei.

On Friday, July 6, another promotional event will be held at the Activity Center of Glorietta 2. Mickey will perform the song “My New Crushie.” 

“My New Crushie”
Taipei City in the eyes of Mikey Bustos,  Filipino Internet Sensation

Taipei City collaborates with Filipino You Tube Star Mikey Bustos to promote travel and food through a music video.  The music video debuts at the FUN TAIPEI 2018 media launch and also travel seminar held at the  Ascott Hotel last Tuesday.

Deputy Commissioner of Taipei City’s Department of Information and Tourism Chen Yu-hsin claims that the comedian-singer is the first foreign celebrity to be invited as Spokesperson to promote Taipei as perfect city for foodies and shopaholics.

The song titled “My New Crushie,” which is based on the theme song of the 2017 Summer Universiade in Taipei City, was performed by Mikey before the members of Manila-based media and select travel agents.

With playful and catchy lyrics, the music video takes the viewers to get a sneak peek into Taipei’s amazing food scene. Mikey, who dabbles in comedy and singing, boasts of the tasty food he feasted on during the music video shoot – including beef noodle, mango-shaved ice, fried chicken and the world famous stinky tofu. He shared his fun experience during the shoot including that of the time when it rained heavily while sampling the street food.

“The taste is so unforgettable and I wish I can go back to Taipei to try more things that I didn’t get to eat last time,” narrates Mikey.

2018 Travel Madness Expo / Fun Taipei 2018

There will be food stations featuring dishes from Taipei for free, a DIY session and an interactive photo studio. Members of the public are welcome to attend the event to see a live performance, sample Taipei’s food. 

You can even win a prize when you take pictures at the event and tag FUN TAIPEI. And capping off the series of promotional events for Taipei City is the 2018 Travel Madness Expo at SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, happening from July 5 to 8. Now is the best time to explore the many sides of Taipei.

Since Taiwan extended their free visa until July 2019, what better way is to book your travel with your loved ones as early as today. To get a feel of what Taiwan has to offer, Taipei City Government partners with EVA Air for the "Fun Taipei 2018" campaign and travel seminar which aims to promote the best of Taipei when you visit the city .