Get longer, fuller and healthy lashes with new Spotlight Second Skin Mascara with Castor Oil

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Spotlight Second Skin Mascara with Castor Oil

If there’s one thing that every makeup lover can’t live without, it’s mascara. After all, mascara is considered a classic makeup staple – just a few swipes can transform your whole look and highlight your stunning beauty and features. Check out the new Spotlight Second Skin Mascara with Castor Oil to help you complete your look!

Whether you’re aiming to improve volume, add length, or enhance the curl of your lashes, this mascara has got you covered. It is infused with lightweight fiber that lengthens, curls, and volumizes your lashes for a long period of time. What’s more, this clump-free mascara is also waterproof and smudge-proof for a much more carefree makeup routine!

And since long and beautiful eyelashes need to be healthy and nourished, this skin mascara also contains Castor oil to keep your eyelashes naturally long, nourished, and healthy!

Achieving fuller, longer-looking lashes with Spotlight Second Skin Mascara with Castor Oil is quick and easy. Simply apply 2-3 coats and let it dry before layering. Next, brush a little onto the tips of lashes, then add another coat until you get your desired look, and you’re all set to flaunt your jaw-dropper beauty!

Add extra drama to your look in just a few swipes with Spotlight Second Skin Mascara with Castor Oil for only PHP395! Exclusively available at Watsons, Watsons Online, ShopSM, The SM Store Beauty Section, Shopee: https://bit.ly/SpotlightSHP, and Lazada https://bit.ly/SpotlightLZD.

Check na Check ang Pasko with RiteMED

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Christmas is coming and RiteMED is just as excited as the rest of us. Like many Filipinos, RiteMED loves the holidays. And after the past few years, we’re all looking forward to celebrating with friends and family.

To celebrate the season RiteMED launched their Christmas campaign “Sa Pasko mag Check with RiteMED!” to promote a happy and healthy Christmas this 2022.

Sa Pasko Mag Check!

We Filipinos love getting together during Christmas. But, this comes with a lot of preparations. So let’s follow Santa’s lead to make a list and check it twice!

Is the house decorated and ready for guests? CHECK!

Are the gifts wrapped and ready? CHECK AGAIN!

Is the Noche Buena feast cooked properly? CHECK na CHECK!

Do we have soap and alcohol to wash our hands before we eat? Double CHECK!

Are the games safe for lolo, lola, and all the apos? CHECK din 'yan!

Tara na at mag Self-Check!

They say that Christmas is the season for giving, and we’re all excited to share and receive gifts on the special day. But before we go out, let’s check on ourselves to be sure we aren’t sharing anything except the Christmas spirit.

Are we feeling good; no coughs and no fever? That’s a CHECK!

Are we well rested, we don’t feel too tired or lethargic? Another CHECK!

Have we been eating well, exercising, and taking our vitamins! CHECK again!

I-Check Natin Ang Isa’t Isa!

We love Christmas, but it has changed for everyone. Still, that doesn’t mean we can’t share the holiday spirit with our loved ones who are far away. Let’s check on them, by sending messages and greetings full of smiles and good vibes.

No matter how we celebrate it, the holidays will always be special. And for bigger and better Christmases to come, always remember sa Pasko mag check with RiteMED!

SIMPLE PLAN ‘The Harder Than It Looks Tour’ Coming to Manila and Davao

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Announcement – Multi-platinum rock band SIMPLE PLAN is bringing their ‘The Harder Than It Looks Tour’ in Southeast Asia 2023 to Manila and Davao. The Canadian band will be performing in Manila on March 11, 2023 Friday at the New Frontier Theater and in Davao on March 13, 2023 Sunday at the SMX Convention Center Davao.

Simple Plan boasts worldwide sales topping 10 million, with chart-topping hits in the Philippines like “Perfect”, “I’m Just A Kid”, “Welcome To My Life”, “Jet Lag”, “Addicted”, “I’d Do Anything”, “Shut Up!” and “Untitled (How Could This Happen To Me?)”. Accolades include a 2005 Teen Choice Award, 2006 JUNO Fan Choice Award, 2012 Allan Waters Humanitarian Award, 2012 Yahoo! Canadian Impact Award, 2012 NRJ award and the 2013 Allan Slaight Humanitarian Spirit Award.

The Montreal-based band have remained an international sensation for over 20 years with worldwide sales topping 10 million and over 1 billion streams across all streaming platforms! The #ImJustAKid trend on Tik Tok has over 4.3 billion views and the #ImJustAKidChallenge hashtag has over 590.9 million views and counting. Plus, they’ve received numerous awards and accolades the world over, and to date they have performed for insatiable audiences in over 60 countries.

 

Tickets to Simple Plan’s ‘The Harder Than It Looks Tour’ in Manila will go on-sale on January 15 via TicketNet.com.ph and TicketNet outlets nationwide. For Davao, it will also go on-sale on the same day via SMTickets.com and SM Tickets outlets nationwide. #SimplePlanTour2023 Follow @WilbrosLive on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok for more updates.

LG’s Refrigerator with moodup brings a more colorful lifestyle to the kitchen

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• Adding to Its Collection of Compelling Color Choices,
• LG’s Cutting-edge Refrigerator Now Features Pantone’s 2023 Color of the Year

SEOUL, Dec., 2022 — LG Electronics (LG) will present an exciting, new color option for its groundbreaking refrigerator with MoodUP™ to offer personalized customer experiences at CES 2023. Coming to LG’s color-changing fridge in collaboration with the world-renowned Pantone Color Institute, Viva Magenta – the Pantone Color of the Year 2023 – is a brave and fearless crimson red that injects excitement and drama into home interiors, energizing any environment with its dynamic vibrancy.

The refrigerator with MoodUP™, unveiled at IFA 2022 in Berlin this September, boasts a diverse range of rich, dynamic colors to choose from; providing a convenient way for users to enliven their kitchen whenever they feel the need to change or refresh the mood. With the arrival of Viva Magenta, a stylish addition brought about by LG’s close partnership with the Pantone Color Institute, the upper door panel of the fridge now offers a total of 23 chic color options. Owners of the 4-Door French-Door model can mix and match until their hearts are content, with more than 190,000 possible color combinations at their disposal.

MoodUP users can easily select and apply Viva Magenta – and any of the other available colors – by using the intuitive LG ThinQ™ app. Implementing LED color-changeable door panels, LG’s innovative kitchen solution gives users the ability to customize the look of their fridge without the cost and hassle of having to physically replace any of its exterior elements.

For a more traditional look in the kitchen, users can turn off the MoodUP refrigerator’s LED door panels at any time, and enjoy the charming color combination of Lux Gray and Lux White. Timeless and understated, this clean, cool combo harmonizes well with any décor and evokes the natural, subtle contrast of different colored stones.

“Now with Pantone Color of the Year 2023, Viva Magenta, the refrigerator with MoodUP epitomizes the convenience and customizability of LG’s innovative ThinQ UP appliances,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company. “We will continue to develop advanced lifestyle solutions offering differentiated customer experiences and unprecedented upgradability.”

Visitors can experience all of LG’s latest innovations, including the LG InstaView MoodUP refrigerator with Viva Magenta, at the company’s booth (#15501, Las Vegas Convention Center) at CES 2023 from January 5-8.

Style Meets Warmth in UNIQLO’s Latest HEATTECH Collection

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Japanese global apparel retailer UNIQLO is keeping Filipinos stylish and warm amidst their holiday travels with its latest HEATTECH collection.

HEATTECH is UNIQLO’s line of thermal clothing made from bio-warming material that converts body moisture into heat. It retains warmth without adding bulkiness, making it the perfect piece to add to your winter ensembles. The collection comes with three different levels of warmth retention: HEATTECH, HEATTECH Extra Warm, and HEATTECH Ultra Warm.

The brand’s HEATTECH products are the perfect companion for winter holiday travel. It keeps users warm while enjoying different activities, both for the active traveler who loves to move around; or the mellow traveler who loves to sightsee and take it slow.

It is also the perfect piece to complement different looks. Users can keep themselves warm while they don stylish looks with their HEATTECH pieces. Some items also add the perfect pop of color to their layered looks, which are also perfect for local use like in the office, airconditioned malls or in movie theaters.

FIND THE RIGHT HEATTECH PRODUCT

Men’s HEATTECH Ultra Warm Tights

UNIQLO listened to customer feedback and updated the HEATTECH Ultra Warm Tights with an improved stretch for more effortless movement. A deodorization feature that gives security of all-day freshness was also added. Its stitching and skin-hugging fit are well thought out, allowing one to wear it comfortably under pants.

Men's and Women’s HEATTECH Cotton Crew Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt

The soft stretchy fabric of this shirt has a brushed interior made of 100% cotton. It has been updated with a smoother fabric with DRY technology making it more comfortable to wear. The classic crew neck makes this a versatile piece and can be layered or worn as inner wear.

Men’s HEATTECH Cotton Tights (Extra Warm)

The high-performance fabric of these tights has ultra-stretch properties and a 100% cotton lining for exceptional comfort. It has also been updated with a deodorization feature for added freshness. These tights have a perfect fit in which it stays hidden under outer layers.

Women’s HEATTECH Seamless Ribbed Turtleneck

The ribbed fabric of this turtleneck is thin yet warm to the touch. Its seamless design produces a comfortable and stretchy fit and it softly hugs the neck to give added warmth. There are different hues to choose from so the turtleneck adds a pop of color when layered under jackets.

Women’s HEATTECH Ultra Warm Leggings

These leggings are UNIQLO’s warmest leggings so far. It offers superior comfort with its fuzzy brushed lining and soft and stretchy fabric. These can be worn even under slim-fit pants without feeling unwieldy.

Women’s HEATTECH Ultra Warm Crew Neck T-Shirt

UNIQLO upgraded its fabric with a flat knit for a more comfortable and flattering look as its stretchiness and fluffy brushed surface were kept. Its narrow collar can be hidden under layers of clothing or shown as an accent.

Women’s HEATTECH Cotton Leggings

The brushed surface of these leggings is made of 100% cotton which is gentle on the skin. UNIQLO improved the brushed texture to make it even softer. The leggings’ full-length coverage will keep anyone warm down to the ankles.

Women’s HEATTECH Crew Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt

The HEATTECH Crew Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt has been revamped with a high gauge, denser, less transparent, and beautifully knit fabric. It is also soft and stretchy for maximum comfort and the t-shirt style collar gives it a casual look.

For more updates on the collection, please visit UNIQLO Philippines’ website at uniqlo.com/ph. You can also download the UNIQLO APP via Google Play Store or Apple Store to experience the benefits of UNIQLO shopping anytime and anywhere, including the click and collect and self-checking of inventory features.

Follow UNIQLO Philippines’ social media accounts, Facebook (facebook.com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter.com/uniqloph), and Instagram (instagram.com/uniqlophofficial).

 

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About UNIQLO LifeWear

Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, more lightness, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives.

About UNIQLO and Fast Retailing

UNIQLO is a brand of Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese retail holding company with global headquarters in Tokyo, Japan. UNIQLO is the largest of eight brands in the Fast Retailing Group, the others being GU, Theory, PLST (Plus T), Comptoir des Cotonniers, Princesse tam.tam, J Brand and Helmut Lang. With global sales of approximately 2.3 trillion yen for the 2022 fiscal year ending August 31, 2022 (US $16.6 billion, calculated in yen using the end of August 2022 rate of $1 = 138.7 yen), Fast Retailing is one of the world’s largest apparel retail companies, and UNIQLO is Japan’s leading specialty retailer.

UNIQLO continues to open large-scale stores in some of the world's most important cities and locations, as part of its ongoing efforts to solidify its status as a global brand. Today the company has a total of more than 2,400 stores across the world, including Japan, Asia, Europe and North America. In 2010 UNIQLO established a social business in Bangladesh together with the Grameen Bank and currently there are around 20 Grameen-UNIQLO stores, mostly located in Dhaka.

With a corporate statement committed to changing clothes, changing conventional wisdom and change the world, Fast Retailing is dedicated to creating great clothing with new and unique value to enrich the lives of people everywhere.  For more information about UNIQLO and Fast Retailing, please visit www.uniqlo.com and www.fastretailing.com.

How to make your holiday break more awesome

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There’s only a limited number of days we can spend away from deadlines every year. Sure, we get days off on long weekends or special holidays, but it’s only during Christmas time that we get to truly pause, spend quality time with our loved ones, and catch up with the things that we love to do.

The holiday season is an excellent time to relax and forget about work and school, even for just a short while. A two-week break may pass by quickly, so it’s important to make every day count and be intentional with your time. This way, you get to have a more productive and meaningful break that you’ll always remember.

Catch-up with family and friends

Holidays are hectic, but they’re also the most fun with the company of the people you care about. Attend get-togethers and reunions as much as you can. Stay connected with your family members who are miles away from home through voice calls and video chats. These moments are great reminders that you are loved, no matter how much time you spend apart.

Carefully decide what gifts to get for your loved ones

You ought to sit down and think about what your loved ones would actually like to receive if you want to give them the most meaningful presents this year. Make a list of everyone who helped make this year particularly great, and use this as a moment to give them gifts to show your appreciation and love. Spend less time wandering through the mall and more time creating memories.

Pamper and spoil yourself, too

And finally, never forget the most important person that should be on your holiday list: you. Maximize the time you have this season by treating yourself with a well-deserved me-time—get to the hobby you’ve always been putting off, visit your favorite massage place, or buy yourself something new. It’s always a good idea to take breaks every once in a while, especially if it means doing things that make you happy.

Let this holiday season be a reminder that the best things in life don't have to be the most expensive ones. Oftentimes, you find awesomeness in your family's smiles, simple occasions shared with friends, and quality time with yourself. Of course, these moments are best remembered when you capture them with a reliable smartphone, just like Samsung’s latest Galaxy A Series devices.

Whether it’s for your loved ones or for yourself, the Galaxy A04s, A04, and A04e are ideal smartphones to make every moment count this holiday season. These devices will let you maximize your experience and do more as you embrace awesome moments. The Galaxy A04s is packed with a 50MP Triple Camera and 128GB expandable storage of up to 1TB perfect for taking snapshots with loved ones on Christmas Eve. While the Galaxy A04 and A04e sport a MediaTek Helio P35 Octa-core processor and 5,000 mAh long-lasting battery life ideal for daily-drivers who love to be productive over the holiday season.

The Galaxy A04s, A04, and A04e are available for as low as PHP 6,490 SRP at Samsung.com, Samsung Experience Stores, select Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com, MemoXpress Online, and other accredited retailers.

To know more about the latest best-value Samsung Galaxy A Series smartphones, visit samsung.com/ph.

Safe Samsung Shopping

Health and safety protocols are strictly followed in Samsung Experience Stores to keep consumers and employees safe. Adhering to the guidelines set by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Samsung has implemented the mandatory use of face masks, and performs frequent sanitation in all stores.

Samsung Experience Stores also has unique QR health declaration codes to promote a safe and contactless contact tracing process. Product demonstrations are done side-by-side instead of face-to-face while keeping the required safe distance of one (1) meter to make sure everyone is socially distanced.

 

GCash, Cebuana Lhuillier strengthen partnership with over 30,000 agents nationwide

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Partnership to enable wider cash-in/cash-out, money remittance services

GCash, the Philippines’ leading mobile wallet, and Cebuana Lhuillier, the leading microfinance service provider in the country, are strengthening their partnership through the expansion of service distribution network and the introduction of domestic remittance transfers soon to be available via GCashPadala app.

From left to right: Jose Luis Reyes – Vice President – Head of Enterprise & Public Sector (Gcash), WinsleyBangit – Chief Customer Officer (GCash), Ambassador Philippe Jones Lhuillier – Chairman and Founder (Cebuana Lhuillier), FilemonCabungcal – Chief Financial Officer (Cebuana Lhuillier), and Stephen Yap – Head of Domestic Sales (Cebuanna Lhuillier).

Starting December, millions of Filipinos will be able to receive money via GCashPadala and do cash-in/cash-out transactions at over 3,000Cebuana Lhuillier branches, 26,500 corporate agents doors, and 1,900 retail agents, nationwide.

“At GCash, we strive to continuously offer safe and convenient services that will cater to the needs of every Filipino wherever they are, especially during the new normal. Cash In and Cash Out services are now easier and more accessible with more than 30,000 agents nationwide. Together with Cebuana Lhuillier which has been working with GCash for many years now, we will continue to innovate in order to make the lives of Filipinos better every day. With the upcoming activation of GCashPadala, sending money to loved ones will soon be made easier for families across the country. The funds are easily received via Cash In and Cash Out at the nearest Cebuana Lhuillier,” said GCash president and CEO Martha Sazon.

“We boast our wide network reach with our more than 3,000 brick-and-mortar branches nationwide that enable Filipinos to have a hassle-free and easier access to money transfer services. We always believe that by partnering with reliable and trusted companies such as GCash, we will be able to pursue our mission of financial inclusion for all our kababayansfrom all walks of life and wherever they may be,” Cebuana Lhuillier president and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier added.

Cebuana Lhuillier’s head of money transfer business Erlinda M. Sumanga believes that their partnership with GCash has helped Filipinos adjust to the evolving money transfer services, especially during and post-pandemic.

“Over the course of our partnership with GCash, we were able to respond to Filipinos’ need for an efficient means of sending money, which was more pronounced ever since the pandemic. We are excited for this new partnership milestone with GCash and we are looking forward to see how we can further help our clients here and abroad to make money remittance services flexible, secured, and faster,” Sumanga said.

Not yet on GCash? You can download the GCash app for free on the Google Play or App Store.

For more information, visit www.gcash.com.

‘Tis the season…for travel: Fun holiday experiences for all

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As leisurely travel awakens from its slumber, Filipinos are starting to seize the opportunity to see the world and enjoy vacations especially after being cooped up for a long period. According to data from the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB), the country's air passenger traffic volume in domestic and international flights increased more than fourfold to 13.2 million passengers in the first half of 2022, up from 2.95 million in the same period last year.

The easing of travel restrictions means you can finally return to your favorite holiday destination or explore other locations for a new take on Christmas – a perfect gift for your loved ones, and a reward for yourself, too!

So, gather your family and friends and prepare to go local or international, as you visit these holiday spots that will surely make you feel jolly:

Enjoy a holiday beach getaway in Apulit Island, Palawan. If golden sunsets and tranquility is your idea of a perfect Christmas, then a trip to this luxurious island is most ideal for you. Choose your own relaxing room from among the 50 traditional water cottages, interact with wildlife, take in the breathtaking scenery, or test your strength by rappelling down the nearby 60-meter limestone cliff. This Christmas, enjoy peace and fun while being close to nature in this tropical paradise.

Have an adventurous holiday in Samal Island. Escape the noise from the metro and enjoy a unique Christmas with loved ones by going to this island’s best places. Relax and unwind at Hagimit Falls or try an exhilarating hike at Mt. Puting Bato for a dazzling view of the island from above. Greet the Monfort Bat Cave’s nocturnal animals for the holidays as they emerge from their lair, or just bask in the sun and take a dip in the pristine waters of beaches and resorts.

Chill and ski in Hokkaido, Japan. If you like adventures while enjoying the sight of immaculate snow fields, then reward yourself with a holiday trip to Hokkaido. Visit the snow-blanketed ski resorts and enjoy the local onsen and take a bath in the warm and therapeutic hot spring waters after a long day spent in the cold. You can also see the Sapporo White Illumination, in which over 500,000 light bulbs enlighten Christmas-themed decor in Odori Park and trees lining some of the capital's main streets.

Go on a Christmas getaway to Iceland. Who doesn’t dream to see the majestic skies adorned with northern lights? Iceland offers the perfect place that gives-off a native Christmas spirit with its holiday markets, foods, and drinks, while glittering Christmas trees stand ground all over the place. It’s a dreamy winter wonderland, but if you like to take a break from the snow, take a dip in the warm waters of Blue Lagoon’s geothermal waters.

Visit Santa’s home at Rovaniemi - Lapland, Finland. If “North Pole” vibes is what you’re going for, then booking a flight to this destination can be the best Christmas idea for you. In the Arctic Circle of Finland, you can see Santa Claus everywhere. In his red and white suit, the Christmas icon can be followed through reindeer-filled forests, where his elves prepare the toys. Lapland, as one of the most magical destinations, has an amazing 'Santa Park' where you can frolic in the unending fields of snow, and can be a dreamland not just for kids, but for kids at heart as well.

As you finish your holiday travel checklist, ensuring your safety and that of your loved ones wherever you go should be your main priority. Be worry-free before setting sail on your next Christmas adventure. AXA Philippines Chief Marketing Officer Nandy Villar says, “Everyone deserves to experience the joy and magic of Christmas, regardless of the destination. We, at AXA Philippines, would like to help ensure that you are safe and secure as you travel around the world this holiday season, gathering new memories.”

Get a travel insurance that offers a significant financial safety net and emergency assistance against travel hassles, so you can truly enjoy your holiday trip. Smart Traveller by AXA provides convenient and the best-in-class international and local travel protection so you and your loved ones can experience your Christmas adventures worry-free. It offers one of the highest coverage for medical and evacuation expenses, highest postponement limit, as well as 24/7 emergency assistance.

With Smart Traveller, you can also get additional savings when purchasing for two or more people.  It is also Schengen-accredited, so your visa requirements are met. If you plan on taking multiple trips, AXA also offers annual plans for frequent travelers.

Visit https://www.axa.com.ph/travel-insurance and discover what could make your holiday trips not just merry, but also safe and worry-free.

Pentatonix and Lea Salonga hit YouTube Trending Charts with “Christmas In Our Hearts” music video

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Their rendition of a Jose Mari Chan hit is part of Pentatonix’s new album, Holidays Around The World

Filipina Broadway superstar Lea Salonga has recently joined American a cappella group Pentatonix for the music video of “Christmas In Our Hearts.”

Lea Salonga 

Released last weekend, the visuals have garnered more than 640,000 views on its third day of release. It also currently sits inside the top 20 of YouTube’s Trending Music Charts, and continues to gain traction on streaming and airplay.

The soaring ballad, which is a cover of a Jose Mari Chan hit, is part of Pentatonix’s sixth holiday album, Holidays Around The World.

The acclaimed catalog brings their global vision back to life with collaborations featuring some of the most iconic pop artists and established idols from different parts of the world, including Chinese pianist Lang Lang, Congolese gospel singer Grace Lokwa, Lebanese singer Hiba Tawaji, Latin band La Santa Cecilia, Indian superstar Shreya Ghoshal, Japanese YouTubers HIKAKIN & SEIKIN, British a cappella ensemble The King’s Singers, and American superstar Meghan Trainor.

Apart from the music video release and a new album, the internationally renowned pop ensemble is set to embark on a global tour with multiple stops across North America and Asia.

Just recently, Pentatonix talked to People Magazine about breaking boundaries in terms of making music. According to the five-piece group, they want to experience the “cultural differences in music” and explore working with artists outside their comfort country.

Pentatonix’s Holidays Around The World is now available on all digital music platforms via RCA Records/Sony Music Entertainment.

Check out the music video of “Christmas In Our Hearts” here.

Power up working, learning and playing with the new Nokia T10 and T21 tablets that are built to last

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Work and school hustles and bustles can be a challenge as the majority of Filipinos return to physical interactions and activities in the post-pandemic era. Free time spent with the family should also be often spent, to maintain life balance. HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, expands its tablet portfolio in the Philippines with new reliable, family-friendly tablets that are built to last and that fans can keep for longer. Maximize working, playing and learning with Nokia T10 and T21.

Engineered to last longer through a combination of signature durability, frequent security updates and guaranteed Android software upgrades, with Android 12 right out of the box, Nokia T10 delivers winning longevity in a compact design, making it the ideal choice for families, whether at home or on the move.  

Designed with a tough aluminum body that features a 60 percent recycled plastic cover for the antenna for optimal connectivity, Nokia T21 puts durability first without compromising on style. It comes with leading software and security promises and loaded with fan-requested features – HD video streaming, voice calling, and SMS & IMS.

Sancho Chak, General Manager, Pan Asia, HMD Global:

“We bring to our Filipino fans this holiday season the gift of longevity and durability. The compact and versatile Nokia T10, and sustainable and functional Nokia T21 are tablets that can help them adapt to this generation’s ever-evolving lifestyle and needs. Making sure that whether you need to focus on your job and school-work or relax with your loved ones at home, there is a Nokia tablet that you can rely on for longer.”

Choose the power of portability with Nokia T10

●    Love it: Wallet-friendly price point, travel-friendly form factor and family-friendly features

●    Trust it: Shop and bank online with peace of mind thanks to three-years of monthly security updates, twice as many as the competition

●    Keep it: Built to last longer thanks to signature build quality ensured by industry-leading durability tests

The new Nokia T10 features a bright 8” HD display and stereo speakers with OZO playback, making for clear sound and a detailed picture no matter where it is used. Whether that’s taking video calls from home or streaming favourite TV shows together on the move, Nokia T10 is a great portable companion. 

It comes with a second screen feature to make Nokia T10 an expansion of the users’ PC display, providing a convenient way to maximize productivity when an important task needs finishing. It comes with Google Entertainment Space – a one-stop home for content where subscription services are consolidated. There is no more hopping between apps to find something to stream, read or play with Nokia T10 so users can do more of what they love.

Nokia T10 stays up to date and secure for longer thanks to three versions of Android and three years of monthly security updates. Face unlock also adds a layer of personalized security to Nokia T10, making personal data accessible with just a glance. Mask Mode means users can also unlock Nokia T10 while wearing a face covering.

Its solid, durable unibody polymer design made with a nano-textured finish helps hide the appearance of scratches, so the tablet looks new for longer. Hand it down to younger family members when it’s time for a new device and it will still look fresh. A smooth, matt ceramic pearl coating shifts in colour depending on lighting conditions, making for a premium look at an affordable price point.

Go for the tough and built to last champion: The Nokia T21

●       Love it: Family-friendly, built to last longer with a tough aluminum body that features a 60 percent recycled plastic cover for the antenna

●       Trust it: Protection for the entire family through industry-leading promises with three years of monthly security updates

●       Keep it: Two years of software upgrades with the latest software innovations, and two-year warranty² is there for added peace of mind

Designed with a tough aluminum body and 60 percent recycled plastic and two years of Android upgrades will ensure Nokia T21 lasts and feels new on the inside and out, for years to come. In case the unexpected happens, Nokia T21 has two years of warranty, making it a big value package.

Its battery has enough power to see users through up to 15 hours of web browsing, bingeing a whole TV series and up to a whopping 7 hours of conference calls. Years later, it will still feel fresh as the battery remains healthy 60 percent longer than average. Eventually, when Nokia T21 does need plugging in, 18W fast charging will ensure fans are quickly back in action.

 

The Nokia T21’s new and improved 2K display ensures crisp and detailed viewing. For creative minds and artistic bunch, sketching out ideas, jotting down notes or drawing one’s next masterpiece with an active pen has never been this effortless. Enjoy much-loved shows with HD streaming across Netflix and immerse in a deeper, stronger and louder sound that adapts to the surroundings with OZO Playback Audio.

Thanks to HD video and voice calling, friends and family can enjoy the user’s presence in full glory, and work calls will always look and sound professional. Plus, switching between the office and home is as convenient as ever thanks to the portable size. And voice calling means users can stay connected even when their phone is not nearby. For peace of mind when shopping online or when browsing the web, Nokia T21 also comes with three years of monthly security updates, twice as many as the competition.

Both tablets are ideal for the whole family as these feature Google Kids Space that offers endless content to educate and nurture young minds. Plus, Google Entertainment Space is a one-stop shop which consolidates must-see shows and movies from multiple streaming platforms in one place – no more hopping between apps when winding down before bed.

Pricing and availability

●       The Nokia T10 (WiFi / LTE with Voice calling) is now available in Ocean Blue colour variant and 4/64GB configuration at Php 9,690

●       Arriving soon, the Nokia T21 (WiFi/ LTE) in 4/128GB configuration and in Charcoal Gray colour variant is available for Php 14,490

Fans can purchase these new tablets in all Nokia mobile physical stores and kiosks nationwide and online at Shopee, Lazada, Mxmemoexpress.com, Zalora and all authorised resellers.

The Nokia T10 and T21 are participating devices in the Nokia mobile Christmas Raffle Promo. Visit the raffle link https://www.nokia.com/phones/en_ph/christmas-raffle for more information. Terms and Conditions apply.

 

Building brand love in the Next Normal: How Mang Inasal redefines moment marketing for and with the customers

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In an ever-changing digital landscape, brands have to get with the times in order to stay relevant and connected to their consumers. Sounds challenging, but it can definitely be done!

Enter the concept of Moment Marketing. For brands like Mang Inasal, Moment Marketing is taking advantage of the “here” and the “now” to bring brands to the forefront of consumer conversations, especially through something as fast-paced as social media.

 

“Social media opened a huge door for brands like Mang Inasal to connect real-time with customers,” said Mang Inasal’s Head of Digital and PR, RJ Jabeguero-Rodillo. “These platforms serve as avenues where we get to discover what makes our customers happy, ‘kilig’ and excited. These overflowing emotions signal to us what we can ‘trendjack’ and enable us to bring the brand within those conversations. Relationship-building with customers is now made faster all thanks to social media.”

 

Mang Inasal and the value of real-time social listening

 

In 2022, Mang Inasal has redesigned a digital marketing strategy that puts its customers at the heart of the entire ecosystem. It developed a powerful, real-time social listening muscle that has allowed it to ride on trends that are most relevant to its customers.

Mang Inasal’s “16 Cup Challenge” was recently honored in the Marketing Excellence Awards-Philippines with a Silver Award under the Excellence in Viral Marketing category.

 

In this year alone, Mang Inasal was able to create buzz on social media with several marketing initiatives, such as the "16 Cups Challenge" that happened after SB19 member Stell’s mention of his own Mang Inasal record. It became a three-day trending topic on Twitter, evolving later into a nationwide challenge. This challenge was recently honored in the Marketing Excellence Awards-Philippines with a Silver Award under the Excellence in Viral Marketing category. 

 

Mang Inasal’s most recent concert sponsorship with K-Pop performance powerhouse, SEVENTEEN, shows exactly how well-positioned Mang Inasal is when it comes to its consumers’ interests.

 

"SEVENTEEN’s fans, the Carats, have been tweeting Mang Inasal to support their idols. And as a special Christmas gift to them, we've granted their wish as we were among the sponsors of the SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [BE THE SUN] – BULACAN," Rodillo said.

From being a trending topic, Mang Inasal granted the wish of the SEVENTEEN’s fans, the Carats, and became among the sponsors of the SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [BE THE SUN] – BULACAN. 

 

 

Meaningful connections through its digital presence

 

Mang Inasal’s digital presence has truly evolved past the traditional brand monologues and digital posters. Through its community-powered strategy, Mang Inasal has significantly surpassed engagement targets by 240% and improved positive sentiments across channels, due in part to its more authentic brand tone, raw user-generated content, and community-centric messaging.

 

“For Mang Inasal, Moment Marketing is important because we want to be with our customers wherever they are and that includes the trends that matter to them,” said Rodillo. “It excites us knowing that we are part of the conversation of our consumers because it’s a validation that we remain relevant to them.”

 

From being mere observers of social media to being an online friend listening to its customers’ voices, Mang Inasal’s brand has transformed into an entity that ‘phygitally’ [physically-digitally] takes care of the communities it serves - both within its physical stores and digitally across social media platforms.

 

“Mang Inasal is continuously learning today in terms of Moment Marketing and we can’t wait what 2023 has for us,” Rodillo concluded. “But so far, our strategy is working for us because it allows the brand to sincerely connect with the consumers who talk about us, and create moments that will make them remember us more meaningfully.”

 

PLDT Enterprise and PH Digicon 2022 - Bigger, Bolder, and Boundless

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The country’s largest fully integrated telco services provider PLDT, through its business arm PLDT Enterprise, concludes the highly anticipated Philippine Digital Convention 2022 (PH Digicon) with invaluable insights from industry experts and an inspiring live interview with NBA Hall of Famer, philanthropist, and businessman Earvin “Magic” Johnson who epitomized this year’s theme of being ‘Boundless.’

From left: Oscar Visaya, Palo Alto Networks PH Country Manager; Marlon Zhang, FiberHome Account Director; Zaza Soriano-Nicart, Managing Director, Cisco Philippines; Jojo G. Gendrano, PLDT & Smart SVP and Head of Enterprise and International Business Groups; Al S. Panlilio, PLDT Group President and CEO; Noel C. Lorenzana, PLDT & Smart Chief Commercial and Information Officer; Victor S. Genuino, ePLDT President and CEO; Carlos Reyes, Head of Nokia Philippines; and Ferdie Saputil, Google Cloud Sales Lead

SVP & Head of PLDT Enterprise & International Business Groups at PLDT & Smart, Jojo G. Gendrano, took the audience to a journey into the metaverse

SVP & Head of Enterprise & International Business Groups at PLDT & Smart, Jojo G. Gendrano, opened the two-day event with a powerful statement, “There is no way back to the old world, a revolution had started,” before showing the audience the endless possibilities of virtual spaces. “Whatever part we play in the Metaverse, it requires the collaboration and co-innovation of the ecosystem to make it a success.” 

PLDT Group’s Cathy Y. Yang chatted with #PHDigicon2022 headline speaker,Earvin “Magic” Johnson who defined himself as ‘boundless’

Gendrano’s immersive presentation was followed by a profound talk by PLDT & Smart President & CEO, Al S. Panlilio, as he called on infinite leadership, challenging to lead ‘with an understanding of the long haul and the need to proactively shift gears.’

He put PLDT as an example, from a traditional telco that offered landlines to now being the Philippines’ largest fully integrated telco company. “As an enabler of digital transformation, I am proud to say that the PLDT Group has always been at the forefront of change,” he says. “We have been enabling enterprises in their transformation goals through innovative solutions and world-class infrastructure.”

PH Digicon further tackled the definition of being ‘Boundless’ with this year’s headline speaker, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, a successful basketball legend turned businessman and philanthropist. He talked about his amazing career which included being part of the 1992 “Dream Team” that won the Olympic gold medal, his philanthropic work through the Magic Johnson Foundation, and being a successful businessman and CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises.

From bringing businesses into Urban America, creating jobs and giving opportunities to minorities, and working with women-owned firms, Johnson continues to build his empire while staying rooted in his core values of hard work, discipline, and faith.  “My life is boundless,” he says. “When I think of my journey, that’s the word I would use. I did everything that was not supposed to be done. When I think about boundless, I think that’s Magic Johnson!”

From all these talks of transformative technologies, infinite leadership, and the metaverse, to Magic Johnson making history in the world of business, the future of post-pandemic entrepreneurship is truly Boundless.

For more information, visit https://pldtenterprise.com/.