Achieve your 2022 interior design ideas with these XTREME Appliances

As Filipinos welcomed 2022, most of us are starting — or even began their annual home improvements — to adapt to the interior design trends of the year. With the past two years of a global pandemic which had been difficult for most of us, it is essential to create a space that is comfortable and effective. Luckily, these 2022 interior design trends resonate with this sentiment in creating a home that is more modern yet sustainable while enabling our personal style to lead the way.

In decorating our homes, one of the common struggles is selecting the right home appliances that reflect our style vision, yet are useful and practical. XTREME Appliances, the country’s leading one-stop-shop appliance brand, is here to help you elevate your home’s overall interior design and functionality.

Multifunctional Spaces

As the global pandemic has normalized the remote work setup, it is really important to put up a multifunctional space where we can work or study. Expect that working from home setup will remain a fixture in most Filipino households, thus multipurpose room is still a must-have for this year.

Two of the most important things to consider in creating this kind of interior setup are practicality and functionality, hence selecting a good set of appliances will help your productivity at a maximum level. Having a comfortable working environment is essential, that’s why investing in premium quality air conditioners should be highly prioritized. XTREME Cool Split Type Inverter Aircon can do its job in providing a pleasant working space while saving electrical consumption of up to 60%.

To achieve a more effective working space, having a 10L XTREME Home Coffee Machine is also highly recommended, especially to caffeine-lovers out there.

Neutral Colors

Sticking to something simple yet classy is a smart choice in solving your interior design dilemmas. If you want to retain your neutral-colored interior, XTREME Appliances offers a wide range of appliances that perfectly complement your vision for each part of your home.

For your kitchen, opt for neutral-friendly appliances such as black, silver, or gray. The 90CM XTREME Home Gas Range boasts a classic aesthetic that fits just right in every design. You can add a 20L XTREME Home Microwave ‘Moon’ Oven and 6.5L XTREME Home Digital Fryer to make your kitchen look attractive while requiring minimal effort.

For your living room, watching your favorite Netflix show on your 65” XTREME Android TV won’t hurt your overall neutral look. In fact, this can add a little accent with its black frameless aesthetic.

Outdoor aesthetics

This year, enhancing your outdoor spaces might be best for you. Living in a global pandemic for nearly two years now is tiring and drowning, that’s why leveraging your outdoor space where you and your family can spend time together is a wise choice. In this way, you can have a view of the outside world yet still be at the comfort of your home — technically.

Portable appliances such as the 10L XTREME Home Air Cooler can be beneficial for your outdoor chitchat since summer is coming in just a couple of months from now. You might want also to consider setting up your laundry space outdoor — just to expand your household’s living and kitchen space. Place your XTREME Cool Front Load Washer and Dryer in an open-air area to achieve an ‘al fresco’ laundry moment — just make sure it is safe from any weather circumstances that may have a direct effect like heavy rain and direct sunlight.

Thematic Styles

One of the most challenging factors to decide upon is the overall theme of your house interior. For an industrial-looking interior, which capitalizes on metal, woods, and pipes, a combination of stainless steel, black or white will work perfectly.

This kind of look is often associated with loft and city apartments, however, you can just get the necessary elements of this style and make it work depending on your personal taste. To match your industrial-looking household, the 1.9L XTREME Home Electric Kettle is a good choice for your kitchen countertop because of its stainless steel body.

If you’re looking for an oven that complements your concrete-filled aesthetics, the 45L XTREME Home Electric Oven is an ideal cherry on top with its black metallic finish.

To keep updated on the latest news and happenings of XTREME Appliances, like and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok accounts and join their official online community on Facebook, XTREME Fam. For the full list of products and exclusive discounts, please visit XTREME on Website, Lazada, and Shopee e-commerce.

‘Love At The End Of The World’ ends 2021 with a spectacular gala night

For those who know filmmaker Shandii Bacolod, every event she attends to becomes extraordinary. The ‘Love At The End Of The World’ gala night became more than just an evening for the people involved in the erotic suspense drama series and its guests, it also became a celebration of a passion project years in the making.

Temporary Insanity Pictures executive producers Mark Shandii Bacolod, Yves Marcelo, Chris William Lalicon, Rexie Tapia Lantano, Nicholas Timothy Fowler and Gaebriel Delumpa lead the gala night with actors Kristof Garcia, Markki Stroem, Khalid Ruiz, and Gold Azeron.

Also present at the event are actors Jomari Angeles, Donna Cariaga, Pipay Kipay, Aaron Concepcion, VJ Mendoza, John Asistio, fitness coach Raymond Santos, talent manager Pau Infante, GMA headwriter Senedy Que, Warner Bros. Philippines director Rico Gonzales, VIVAMAX content head Ronald Arguelles, writer and producer Lex Bonife, award-winning director and palanca awardee Dustin Celestino, and showbiz personality and host Ogie Diaz.

Applauded and praised, here are some of the reactions from the guests:

“A sexy, surrealist, and supernatural existential erotic drama series about the end of the world.” - award-winning filmmaker and palanca awardee Dustin Celestino.

“Napakahusay ni Gold Azeron. Nag-transform siya into another being. John Malkovich level ang husay ng batang ito.” - writer and producer Lex Bonife

“The sex scenes leave nothing to the imagination. Consider all your kinky wishes granted.” - blogger MJ de Leon

“Director Shandii Bacolod’s fitting return to form, beautifully commanding a stellar group of actors.” - actor and host VJ Mendoza

‘Love At The End Of The World’ Gala Night was made possible by Boulder Events, Bliss!, and The Boulder Channel, with Temporary Insanity Pictures, Team MSB, Outpost Visual Frontier, and Gagaoolala.

New lessons in "Click, Like, Share" season 3 starring Vivoree, Jane, Elmo, JC, Shanaia, and Belle

Debuts on January 12 on the iWantTFC app and website

iWantTFC opens 2022 with new stories about love and family in the third season of the original anthology series “Click, Like, Share” starring Vivoree Esclito, Jane Oineza, Elmo Magalona, JC Alcantara, Shanaia Gomez, and Belle Mariano. It will stream exclusively on the iWantTFC app and website (iwanttfc.com) starting January 12 every Wednesday at 8 PM.

The new episodes, directed by Andoy L. Ranay, continue the series’ social media advocacy while examining how technology or social media affects personal relationships and emphasizing the values of forgiveness, paying it forward, sacrifice, and contentment.

The first episode titled “Repair” is a story about healing with JC portraying a young cop, James, who lives with the shame left behind by his late dad, a notorious convicted criminal. When the death anniversary of his father’s victim comes, the issue resurfaces online, and JC finds himself transported back in time to confront his father.

In “QR Code,” Vivoree discovers kindness as a security guard who gets fired from her job for allowing a man without a QR code to enter the building. Fed up with her misfortunes, Ellie (Vivoree) decides to apply for a job overseas, but a series of coincidences complicates her decisions along the way.

In “Unseen,” Jerome (Elmo) and Mariel (Jane) and Jane are longtime lovers whose relationship is changed by an accident that leads to her blindness. Driven by guilt, Jerome dedicates his time to looking after Mariel, until one day, he suddenly disappears from her life forever.

“Swap” follows the gripping tale of two sisters whose bond is torn apart by jealousy. Jessie (Belle), a deeply insecure ‘jologs’ who envies the life of her famous vlogger sister Jenny (Shanaia), gets her ultimate wish when she wakes up to find out they have switched bodies. What follows is a startling realization that there is more to their lives than meets the eye.

The third season of “Click, Like, Share,” produced by ABS-CBN Entertainment and iWantTFC in association with Dreamscape Entertainment and Kreativ Den, also stars Allan Paule, Nikki Valdez, Mark Rivera, and Bernard Palanca.

All episodes of “Click, Like, Share” are also streaming for free in the Philippines on iWantTFC. Its first season, starring Francine Diaz, Kyle Echarri, Seth Fedelin, and Andrea Brillantes, scrutinizes how technology and social media alter young people’s perception of their own abilities, relevance, self, and truth. The second season, which features Janella Salvador, Tony Labrusca, Barbie Imperial, Jerome Ponce, and Maymay Entrata, offers a mature take on how abusing and misusing technology and social media twists one’s self-acceptance, purpose, and beliefs.

Watch out for the premiere of the third season of “Click, Like, Share” this January 12 at 8 PM on iWantTFC. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

Emirates in 2021: A year of rebuilding and flying better

Dubai, UAE,  – Emirates progressed on its recovery path in 2021, rebuilding its passenger network to 128 cities by December including a new route to Miami launched in July. At the end of 2021, all of Emirates’ 133 Boeing 777 aircraft and nearly 60 of its A380 fleet are in active service, connecting people to their loved ones and businesses to global opportunities. In addition, over 120 Emirates Lounges and partner facilities have re-opened to serve Emirates’ premium customers and frequent flyers.

"Despite the recent rise of the Omicron variant and the slight slowdown it brought to our network, we are going into 2022 with optimism. We’ve built up some great momentum this year and expect business growth pick up speed in 2022. Aviation has always been resilient, and we will continue to work with our industry partners to build back better for our customers and communities," said HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Emirates’ Chairman and Chief Executive.

Here’s highlighting 7 ways Emirates has helped customers fly better, and support communities and the industry in 2021:

1. Travel ease and confidence: This year, Emirates extended its generous rebooking waivers, the expiry of frequent flyer miles and tier status, and complimentary COVID-19 medical cover for all customers. emirates.com remains a top reference site for the latest travel requirements, updated at least once daily. Emirates also accelerated digital initiatives to provide customers with smoother and safer journeys...

2. Investment and innovation: In January, Emirates' Premium Economy entered service to a hugely positive response. In November, it announced a major retrofit program to equip 105 aircraft with Premium Economy seats and latest cabin interiors to ensure the Emirates experience remains best-in-sky...

3. Partnerships: Helping travelers access even more destinations, Emirates joined hands with new interline and codeshare partners – Aeromar, airBaltic, Airlink, Azul, Cemair, Garuda, Gulf Air, South African Airways, TAP Portugal; and reinforced existing strategic partnerships with Qantas and flydubai. Emirates also signed agreements and launched initiatives to support tourism to Seychelles, Maldives, Indonesia and Costa Rica.

4. Supporting global communities: Ensuring communities get rapid access to COVID-19 vaccines and other medical supplies, Emirates helped form the Dubai Vaccine Logistics Alliance, and signed an MoU with UNICEF to prioritize vaccine transport for the COVAX initiative which focuses on the equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. By December, Emirates had transported 600 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines on its flights to over 80 destinations, one of the largest volumes globally by any airline cargo carrier. In May, it established a humanitarian airbridge to support India in its pandemic response.

An early champion of COVID-19 vaccination, Emirates ran programs to encourage its workforce to vaccinate to protect themselves and their communities and enable a safe return to travel. In February, Emirates operated a special flight operated by fully vaccinated employees to raise awareness of the importance of vaccination and showcase the success of the UAE’s vaccination drive.

5. Sustainability: Emirates partnered with Falcon Aircraft Recycling and Wings Craft in a pioneering project to upcycle its first retired A380 aircraft entirely in the UAE, reducing waste to landfill and environmental impact. It also announced at the Dubai Airshow an initiative with GE Aviation to conduct a test flight fully powered by sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on its Boeing 777 aircraft. Emirates is an active member of the World Economic Forum’s Clean Skies for Tomorrow coalition which supports a transition to SAF as a part of the journey towards carbon-neutral flying.

It also has various ongoing initiatives to reduce fuel burn and emissions, and ensure the responsible use of resources. This includes its longstanding use of sustainable blankets made from 100% recycled plastic bottles in Economy Class, and its latest amenity kit bags which contain items made from sustainable materials like wheat straw and rice paper.

6. Future of aviation: Building a pipeline of commercial pilots, Emirates Flight Training Academy graduated its 50th cadet with its successful second cohort of cadets this year. In October, Emirates hosted global aviation security stakeholders at the 5th AVESEC Global Symposium to share best practice in strengthening capabilities amid pandemic challenges. Emirates also continued to support Intelak and Aviation X-lab - incubator programs focused on future solutions for travel and aviation.

7. Bringing the world together at Expo Dubai: The Expo 2020 Dubai opened in October, and visits to the global mega-event have climbed to 8 million, as people from all around the globe come together to celebrate human achievement and inspire future solutions for the world. Through various initiatives, including programs to encourage visitation from small and medium sized businesses, Emirates continues to bring the world to Dubai for the Expo. It is also showcasing future aviation technology concepts at its Emirates Pavilion.

Former Citibank PH country manager confident with Citi’s choice of UnionBank

Insular Life Assurance Co. Ltd. (InLife) Executive Chairman Nina D. Aguas, first female regional audit director in Citibank as well as the first woman country manager in Citibank Philippines, shares her excitement after Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) announced that it has entered into an agreement with Citigroup Inc. (Citi) to acquire Citi’s consumer banking business in the country. Together with the Aboitiz and SSS, Insular Life Assurance is a key shareholder in UnionBank.

Citi started in the Philippines in July 1902 when the International Banking Corporation, forerunner of Citibank, established a branch in Manila. Today, Citi Philippines is the largest foreign bank in the country in terms of customers, assets, and revenues.

Citi Philippines is an acknowledged leader in consumer banking owing to its enviable track record for innovation and customer service. It offers a full range of world-class banking products and services, including credit cards and Citigold Wealth Management.

“Citi Philippines was the first consumer banking business established by technology pioneer and visionary John Reed in Asia. It is one of Citi’s crown jewels in Asia, so bequeathing this business to UnionBank says a lot about how much confidence and trust Citi’s management has for the new owner” said Aguas, one of Forbes Asia’s 25 most influential persons in 2020.

In a text message to her fellow former Citibankers, Aguas also assures her fellow Citi Alums that UnionBank will continue to build on the successes of Citi. The legacy, the culture of professionalism, innovation and impact to the community lives on. Quite a number of former Citibankers hold Board and Senior Executive positions in UnionBank

Prior to being InLife’s executive chairman, Aguas was Citigroup Inc.’s Managing Director for Corporate Center Compliance in New York; Country Business Manager of Global Consumer Group in the Philippines; Head of Sales & Distribution of Global Consumer Group in the Philippines; and Regional Audit Director of Asia Pacific. Aguas is Citibank’s 2021 Distinguished Alumni for Leadership & Ingenuity.

Shopee is The Most Tweeted E-Commerce Brand in the Philippines this 2021

This year, Shopee takes the second spot for the most talked-about brand in the country with topics such as Shopee’s K-pop acts and mega campaigns garnering the most buzz

With its string of successful campaigns and relatable social media content, Shopee is the most tweeted e-commerce brand in the country according to Twitter for 2021.

The leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan took the second spot overall in Twitter’s ten most tweeted brands list in the Philippines, which was released as part of the latter’s “Best of Tweets 2021” awards announced on December 14, 2021. The annual rundown aims to celebrate and recognize outstanding brands for their groundbreaking campaigns and engaging digital content.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “We are pleased to be recognized as one of the most talked-about brands in the country by Twitter. As we welcome a new year, Shopee will push for excellence and increase engagement satisfaction not only in-app but on other platforms as well. This coming 2022, we will continue to improve our services to better tend to the needs of our consumers, sellers, and brand partners.”

As a platform that prioritizes making online shopping safe, fun, and engaging for everyone, Shopee regularly engages with its users on social media through relatable posts with timely content. During big campaigns, Shopee dominated the Twitter world with the appearance and performance of K-pop idols, which resulted in being in the top trending hashtags locally and nationwide.

Shopee also drives online conversations with the anticipation that comes with its big campaigns, TV commercials with Shopee brand ambassadors, and TV specials where users can win big raffle prizes, watch performances from their favorite celebrities or K-pop idols, and get the best deals and promos they can instantly ‘add to cart’ and check out during the show.

Successful Campaigns such as 9.9 Super Shopping Day and 11.11 - 12.12 Big Christmas Sale

Shopee continues to provide convenience and greater cost savings for its consumers with its yearly anticipated double-digit campaigns. The recent Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day and 11.11 - 12.12 Big Christmas Sale achieved multiple milestones, including 9.5 million items sold in the first hour of 9.9 in Metro Manila alone, over 270 million plays on Shopee Prize last 11.11, and a 14x surge in Shopee Mall orders during 12.12. More and more consumers also made Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet ShopeePay their preferred payment method with over 1.5 million top-ups for 12.12 alone.

With its continuous efforts to tailor and adapt to users’ shopping needs, Shopee now also ranks 3rd on YouGov’s Global Best Brand 2021 list in the Philippines, the only e-commerce platform to make it to the list.

Buy a Redmi Watch 2 Lite and get a chance to win Spider-Man: No Way Home tickets

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Xiaomi Philippines is welcoming the new year with a special promo for their new Redmi Watch 2 Lite featuring everyone’s favorite friendly neighborhood spider!

From January 1 to 8, those who purchase the Redmi Watch 2 Lite from the official Xiaomi online stores will not only get it for the special price of PHP 2,599 but will also automatically get a raffle entry for the chance to win two (2) e-passes for the much-anticipated, Spider-Man: No Way Home.

Ticket winners will be announced on February 9, 2022 through the Xiaomi Philippines Facebook page.

Start your fitness journey this year with the Redmi Watch 2 Lite which enjoys an upgraded software and now features over 100 fitness modes, 17 professional modes, and more than 90 extended modes. The device is water-resistance and allows tracking of SpO2 or saturation of peripheral capillary oxygen levels, while having a battery life of up to 10 days.

In terms of design, the Redmi Watch 2 Lite has a 1.55-inch touch display, offering a bigger screen-to-body ratio that will give users a better visual experience. Users can also choose from over 100 watch face design options to match their mood and style. A limited-edition Spiderman Watch Face will also be available to use on the device until February 28, 2022.

The Redmi Watch 2 Lite is available in ivory, black, and blue while the straps are also available in pink, olive, and brown. Visit the Xiaomi Philippines official stores in Lazada and Shopee.

ShopeePay Offers Users Free and Real Time Transfers for a More Convenient Cashless Payment Experience

With ShopeePay, users are able to save on additional costs from InstaPay fees, and also send money to other ShopeePay users for free.

MANILA, JANUARY 5, 2022 - ShopeePay, Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet, continues to make financial services more accessible and convenient for Filipinos. The e-wallet offers free and real time transfers, on top of other free services, to enable easier and more seamless digital transactions.

ShopeePay users can now enjoy free cash ins and bank transfers in real time with 35+ banks and e-wallet partners, including BDO, Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), RCBC, Metrobank, Chinabank, UnionBank, and more with InstaPay. InstaPay is an electronic fund transfer (EFT) service that allows customers to transfer funds almost instantly between accounts and is available 24/7, all year round. On top of the new cash in via InstaPay option, users can  also link their bank account to their ShopeePay Wallet for free and easy cash ins.

Within the app, verified ShopeePay users can also instantly send money to any ShopeePay user for free, available 24/7. Additionally, senders can also personalize their send money transactions with themed virtual cards fit for any occasion. With ShopeePay, users can do more cashless transactions and get discounts on load products and cashbacks on bills payment.

As more consumers embrace and adopt digital transactions, ShopeePay aims to support the transition by providing hassle-free digital banking options. This year, the Philippines saw an exponential growth of new digital consumers, recording about 12 million since the start of the pandemic. Aside from the significant increase in digital consumers in the country, there is also a notable increase in the adoption of digital-only banking, recording 18.34 percent in 2021, and is expected to reach 36.18 percent by 2026.  

Ruoshan Tao, Head of ShopeePay Online, Philippines, said, “The digital market of Southeast Asia is rapidly growing, and digital transactions such as online payments and money transfers are also becoming more prevalent. At ShopeePay, we are committed to providing our users with seamless and easy access to digital financial services through a secure and integrated ecosystem. We look forward to continue helping Filipinos embrace digitalization.” 

Here’s how to cash in to your ShopeePay Wallet via InstaPay, and enjoy up to P25 cashback on your InstaPay fee: 

1. Tap ‘Cash in’ on your ShopeePay wallet. 

2. Click the ‘InstaPay’ dropdown. 

3. View the specific instructions and cash in from your preferred bank.

4. You will receive a notification if your cash in was successful. 

5. If eligible, you will receive the cashback after 7-10 working days.

To transfer money for free from your ShopeePay Wallet to your selected bank account or e-wallet via InstaPay, make sure that your ShopeePay account is verified. Here’s how to transfer:

1. Tap ‘Send Money’ on your ShopeePay wallet.

2. Select either ‘To Bank Account’ or ‘To E-Wallet’

3. Choose the bank/e-wallet you want to send money to and input the required details.

4. Enter the amount to be sent. 

5. Review all details to ensure accuracy and proceed with sending money.  

To send money for free to other ShopeePay users, you must have a verified ShopeePay account. Here’s how:

1. Tap ‘Send Money’ on your ShopeePay wallet.

2. Select ‘To Shopee User’.

3. Enter the phone number or Shopee username to send money to.

4. Input the amount to send. You may also personalize your transfer with a virtual card.

5. Enter your ShopeePay PIN to confirm the transaction.

To know more about ShopeePay’s InstaPay feature, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopeepay-instapay.

To enjoy free cash ins and transfers, and also save on additional fees, make sure to activate ShopeePay. With ShopeePay, you can also avail of exclusive deals when you Buy Load, Pay Bills, and Scan to Pay at thousands of merchants nationwide. Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Jollibee extends its ‘Alagang Jollibee’ promise to partner delivery riders

Jollibee has consistently delivered its Alagang Jollibee brand of customer service to ensure that it provides only the safest and highest quality of customer experience. And now, Jollibee is extending Alagang Jollibee to a vital group of people who continuously make life a tad bit easier—the ever-reliable delivery riders. They are the ones who move around and bring your food and other essentials and serve as the brand’s partner to reach more customers even amid quarantine restrictions.

To show appreciation for these hardworking riders, Jollibee goes the extra mile in thanking them by making sure they are also well cared for when they visit Jollibee stores.

Jollibee extend its Alagang Jollibee promise to partner delivery riders from Grab, Foodpanda, and other local aggregators

Jollibee recently launched initiatives for the convenience and comfort of its partner riders, which are anchored on the values of Alagang Jollibee. Free water refills are offered, and a free regular-sized iced tea is also available upon request when they pick up orders at the store. This way, they can enjoy some refreshments before they go back on the road to bring the joy of Jollibee meals to customers.

Select Jollibee stores also provide phone charging stations so riders can make sure they can continue fulfilling transactions throughout the day. There are also stores that equip its crew with speakers and lapels for safer and more efficient coordination with riders when dispatching orders.

“We appreciate the hard work and effort of our partner delivery riders as we continue to bring our customers’ favorite Jollibee meals safely and conveniently. As part of our Alagang Jollibee promise, we want to do our part in helping them carry out their tasks while on the road. They have played a key role in bringing joy especially during this pandemic and we hope to do the same for them,” said Arline B. Adeva, AVP and Head of Brand PR, Engagement and Digital Marketing of Jollibee.

Phone charging stations are available in select stores

Select stores also have speakers and lapel mics for crew for easier communication with riders

Riders have the option to refill their own containers with water or ask for a cup from the counter

Upon request, Jollibee also offers free regular-sized iced tea to partner delivery riders

Jollibee will continue to roll out the above-mentioned initiatives for riders in more stores nationwide.

Late last year, Jollibee also participated in Grab Philippines’ “Araw ng Tagapaghatid” and Foodpanda’s “Ka-Panda Day” initiatives for their respective riders by giving out limited food coupons as a way of giving thanks for their service. More than 36,000 GrabFood riders and 50,000 Foodpanda riders received a free Jolly Spaghetti coupon, which they claimed in participating stores for a specific period.

Globe Studios transforms into ANIMA, expect more blockbusters in 2022

Globe Studios —the team behind the critically-acclaimed Filipino films such as Fangirl, Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral, and Dead Kids; along with series such as Gaya sa Pelikula and OTJ: The Missing 8, is rolling its closing credits as it transforms into a new organization.

ANIMA is the new name of Globe Studios, an organization now under the umbrella of Kroma Entertainment, Inc., a new entertainment company backed by the Globe Group of Companies.

“Our new name signifies the changes we will be offering to the public as we venture into a new era of entertainment. We wanted something that feels more apt to the industry and medium we deeply care for. It was so hard for us to let go of the name Globe Studios because we’ve done and achieved so much in our five years of existence, but I believe we can only go onward and upward with ANIMA,” said Quark Henares, Head of ANIMA.

Fans and supporters of Globe Studios are in for more fun and exciting materials from ANIMA. One of the films they can anticipate is Ang Pagbabalik ng Kuwago, the first Filipino feature film to premiere at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival in more than 15 years. Box office hit director Antonette Jadaone is also busy working on the Hintayan ng Langit spinoff series "Simula sa Gitna," starring Maris Racal and Kit Thompson. ANIMA is also strengthening collaborations with One Championship, WeTV, Netflix, and HBO Go.

With ANIMA now a unique brand on its own, there's reinvigorated energy of anticipation and creative excitement in the new organization. The team is raring to experiment with other formats and genres. It is already visible in the podcasts “Nandito Sila” and “Come Home”. Other podcasts started tackling new themes - cryptocurrency, motherhood, sexual behaviors, to name a few.

“We are always on the lookout for how we can tell Filipino stories better – be it through the silver screen, black box, or handheld devices. It's the stories that matter, and the way we get them to you. We're doubling down on that with ANIMA, so you can expect more stuff on YouTube, on Spotify, on TikTok. Wherever!” Henares added.

To learn more about ANIMA, visit anima.ph.

Meet Madiskarte Moms PH, a new online community of mompreneurs helping fellow mompreneurs

The current economic condition has undoubtedly given rise to more home-based “mompreneurs,” or full-time moms wanting to start or grow an online business to earn additional income for their family. But as every entrepreneur knows, starting a business is not always easy, and it helps to have a community of fellow business-minded mommies for much-needed support and encouragement.

This is where Madiskarte Moms PH finds its purpose. A Facebook community launched in the thick of the pandemic, Madiskarte Moms PH encourages entrepreneurship among mommies wanting to earn from home through side hustles while still enjoying quality time with their families. Together with its highly engaging YouTube channel, Madiskarte Moms PH is a safe, friendly space where beginners can interact with more seasoned sellers for tried and tested tips on growing a business while attending to their duties at home.

Powering Filipino business owners with the strongest connections and the most reliable digital tools, PLDT Home Biz has recently reached out to Madiskarte Mom PH’s 95,000 mompreneur members to provide much-needed support for their ventures.

“We saw the rise of homebased entrepreneurs using online tools to grow their businesses when the pandemic struck. Many of these ‘homepreneurs’ are moms or homemakers who wanted to find an extra source of income to support their families during this time of uncertainty. As part of our advocacy to encourage entrepreneurship in the country, PLDT Home Biz is very supportive of these Filipino moms who are setting up their side hustles from the comfort and safety of their homes. At PLDT Home Biz, we believe in supporting the dreams of every Filipino family through strong connectivity,” says Patrick Tang, First Vice President and Head of PLDT Home Customer Management. “We are here to help them grow their side hustle into a registered and sustainable business.”

Join the Mommy Movement!

There are many exclusive perks to joining Madiskarte Moms PH. In this safe online space, members can meet, learn, and collaborate with other like-minded mompreneurs. They are also entitled to free webinars and trainings led by mom industry experts, to help them kick-start or upgrade their side hustle skills.

Joining the ever-growing Facebook group and YouTube channel also gives easy and free access to community events and exclusive gatherings. This can expand our Madiskarte Moms’ network by connecting them with established enterprisers from different industries. Educational materials and other tailor-made resources for mompreneurs are also available anytime to help them in their home-based business. Other activities such as live interactive sessions with side hustling- experienced personalities are held monthly.

"Dito sa Madiskarte Moms PH, madami kang matututunang diskarte para magsimula ng small business sa mas sulit na halaga. You get to meet other mommies who share the same interests and who can offer you tips and best practices. You can also interact with personalities who have already launched successful businesses and learn from them. Most of all, you can find partners or suppliers within the group who can help you grow your side hustle,” Tang says.

As part of PLDT Home Biz’s support for our Madiskarte Moms, the brand is set to launch Gawad Madiskarte 2022—the community’s first ever and grandest awards dedicated to its members who have stood out with their inspiring entrepreneurial stories.

Powered by PLDT Home Biz, Gawad Madiskarte 2022: Pagkilala sa Tagumpay ng Madiskarteng Pinay pays tribute to the Filipina entrepreneurial spirit and celebrates successful home business owners who also inspire others to pursue their dreams.

Grow your business with confidence by joining the Madiskarte Moms PH community and connect with other mompreneurs, mom experts, partners, and suppliers as you start earning from the comfort of your home. 

To be a member, click this link: https://pldthome.info/MMPHFBLaunch and to subscribe to the YouTube channel, visit https://pldthome.info/MMPHYTLaunch.

realme makes bold push into premium with GT 2 Series, aiming at global high-end market

Driven by its “Dare to Leap” philosophy, realme is making the great leap towards the high-end segment with a new premium tech lifestyle for users worldwide.   

realme Founder and CEO Sky Li announces the company’s high-end push plan and predicts it can be as hard as “starting a new business” all over again.  

 

Shenzhen, China. January 04, 2022: realme, the youngest among the world’s top 6 smartphone brands and the Philippines’ no. 1 smartphone brand for 2021, today unveiled its first-ever and much-anticipated premium flagship series in China. The three-year-old tech brand continues to take on challenges beyond its limits to pursue greater-than-ever tech and design innovations.  

Creating a new premium tech lifestyle  

Beyond just scaling up specifications and services, realme designed the GT 2 Series to be a premium companion for everyone’s modern tech needs.   

Co-designed by award-winning designer and former MUJI collaborator Naoto Fukasawa, the GT 2 Series features the world’s first bio-based eco-friendly polymer smartphone design. The Paper Tech Master Design offers customers a more sustainable alternative while not compromising overall aesthetic and durability. 

 

The Paper Green version of the realme GT 2 Pro, the company’s most premium flagship ever.  

With the realme GT 2 Series, users can enjoy a top-tier and exclusive experience with several leading technologies. Among them are the 2K Super Reality Display screen which offers more realistic perceptions and adaptive interactions, and the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset for breakthrough experiences across 5G, gaming, camera and AI. It also features the world’s only 150-degree camera lens for unique fish-eye photography, as well as an interesting 360-degree NFC to make the likes of contactless payment and Bluetooth pairing easier.  

 

Aiming at the global high-end market  

“To be honest, for realme, which has only been established for three years, it is no less challenging to do a premium business than to start a new one,” shares realme’s Founder and CEO Sky Li at the virtual launch event, “Going premium is not just about shouting slogans or assigning sales tasks. We have encountered and will continue to encounter unprecedented challenges in terms of user insights, tech innovation and brand building. But we are still quite confident as we are fully prepared,” adds Li.   

realme has cracked the world’s top 6 smartphone brands in just three years, the fastest in the industry. It has made a strong mark in global markets with a TOP 5 spot in 21 markets as well as a rising momentum in 5G smartphone dominance. It was the fastest growing 5G Android smartphone brand globally in Q3 2021 with a yearly growth rate of 831%.  

Given its strong momentum, realme has decided to further meet its customers’ needs and pull out all the stops to advance into the high-end segment. It commits to investing more than 70% of the company’s R&D resources to focus on advanced technologies research, expanding cooperation with trending designers and institutions to elevate product design, as well as having a deeper global market penetration with China and Europe as dual engines.   

There’s no word yet on the local availability of these new product innovations to the Philippines. In the meantime, you can know more about realme’s latest innovations by staying tuned at the realme PH Facebook page at http://facebook.com/realmePhilippines or visiting the official realme website at https://www.realme.com/ph/.