Bring Your Brilliant Ideas to Life with the World’s Best Screen and 4-in-1 AI Productivity on the Ultra-Thin, PC-Like HUAWEI MatePad Air, Now Available

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Inspiration can happen anywhere, and you need a device that helps you capture it as soon as it strikes. The new HUAWEI MatePad Air is designed to give you the perfect canvas for all your ideas whenever and wherever they come to you. Combining a spacious, brilliant display with 4-in-1 AI productivity in an ultra-thin form, it gives professionals, and creators a versatile workspace they can bring everywhere.

The HUAWEI MatePad Air is available online and in stores beginning September 18.

Give Your Ideas the Perfect Canvas, Powered by the World’s Best Screen[1]

Whether you are reviewing important work files, finalizing a report, creating a mood board, or simply streaming your favorite show, having a vibrant display that keeps your eyes comfortable is crucial. The HUAWEI MatePad Air boasts a slim 4.69mm bezel and a 12-inch 2.8K OLED PaperMatte Display, giving you an expansive, high-resolution canvas for work, creativity, and entertainment.

For modern professionals reviewing a presentation before a meeting, the large display makes it easier to go through detailed slides and supporting materials at the same time. Meanwhile, the display’s 2.8K resolution and OLED technology deliver vivid visuals, high-fidelity colors, and crisp details, making it ideal for intricate designs and immersive viewing. Plus, with up to 1,200 nits peak brightness, the display is built to stay bright across different lighting environments, whether you’re working indoors or creating outdoors, without needing to manually adjust the screen’s brightness.

The screen features HUAWEI’s signature PaperMatte Display technology, giving the screen a more natural, paper-like feel for writing, reading, and sketching. It also reduces glare and reflections, making extended reading, writing, and creative work more comfortable and helping reduce eye strain.

Complete Every Project with AI-Powered Productivity

When developing your ideas, you need the right tools to turn your concepts into something more tangible. The HUAWEI MatePad Air brings 4-in-1 productivity with AI-powered tools that help you move from brainstorming to execution. When you have to finish an article or pitch deck while on the move, PC-Level WPS Office helps you work efficiently without weighing you down. The new WPS AI feature can summarize lengthy reading materials, refine writing drafts, and generate presentation materials to help you quickly get started. This reduces repetitive workload, so you can focus on executing your ideas.

In the middle of a meeting or brainstorming session, AI-powered HUAWEI Notes helps you capture ideas more efficiently. With speech-to-text, you can record conversations and turn them into structured, editable notes, while handwritten annotations and highlights can be synchronized with the transcription. This means less time sorting through scattered notes and more time focusing on what matters. For studying and problem-solving, HUAWEI Notes can also help solve and explain equations, making complex tasks more manageable.

For designers, illustrators, and aspiring artists, the HUAWEI MatePad Air can become a dedicated creative space through GoPaint. With its rich art tools and AI-enriched capabilities, GoPaint helps professional artists and hobbyists bring their creative ideas to life with greater freedom and precision.

Slide Your 4-in-1 Workstation in Your Bag

Your ideas move quicker when you have the right tools. The HUAWEI MatePad Air works with NearLink-enabled accessories, which help create a more seamless productivity and creation experience. Pairing the tablet with the HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard gives the HUAWEI MatePad Air a more familiar PC-like setup. With NearLink connection, you can keep typing out notes or drafting content with a low latency, and more responsive typing feel. The keyboard supports desktop-level shortcut combinations to make extended typing sessions more comfortable, even when your “office” is at a cafe or a co-working space.

Meanwhile, the HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro allows you to write or draw with better precision and enhanced responsiveness that you need as you work on your daily tasks. You can browse through your work seamlessly using the stylus as it supports intuitive gestures such as pinch, double-tap, and rotation, all without interrupting your workflow. When presenting your ideas during a meeting, the new Air Mouse feature makes the HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro a more versatile tool that lets you easily scroll through your slides and guide your presentation. This also allows the stylus to function as a laser pointer, allowing you to direct your audience’s attention to key data, concepts, or visuals on each slide. Best of all, this complete 4-in-1 setup comes bundled with the HUAWEI MatePad Air, giving you the essential tools to work, create, and present right out of the box.

Ultra-Thin and Lightweight Portability Lets You Move Anywhere Easier

Sometimes the best way to get unstuck is to change your surroundings. Setting up your workstation at a cafe, a co-working place, or even outdoors is easier with the HUAWEI MatePad Air. Featuring a slim 5.3mm frame and a 509g lightweight body, the HUAWEI MatePad Air slides easily into your bag, so you can bring it anywhere the day takes you without weighing you down.

Despite the slim build, the HUAWEI MatePad Air remains reliably tough and durable. This means, you don’t need to worry about scratches or bends. The device’s elegant pearlescent finish in Airy Blue does not only add a sophisticated touch to the device; it also enhances its durability as it resists corrosion and damage from sweat or fading. Meaning, the HUAWEI MatePad Air maintains a polished look that shimmers in the light, even as it moves with you through your daily routines.

Power Up Your Ideas and Keep Them Going

When you’re constantly on the move, you need a device that can keep pace with your day. The HUAWEI MatePad Air’s massive 10,100mAh battery supports up to 18 hours of HDR video playback. That means, you can work through the whole day anywhere or enjoy entertainment during your downtime without having to plan around your device’s battery. When you do need to recharge, the 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge Turbo gets the device powered up in as fast as 30 minutes, so you get less interruptions to your workflow or your entertainment.

With the HUAWEI MatePad Air, you feel more confident that your device is fully capable of handling all your work files, creative projects, or entertainment choices without slowing down. It comes with 12GB of physical RAM, 256GB of storage, and an additional 8GB of virtual storage, providing you a total of 20GB of storage to ensure you have enough room for documents, presentations, apps, and other files you rely on throughout the day.

Even when you’ve been working on demanding tasks the whole day, the HUAWEI MatePad Air continues to perform reliably, thanks to its 3D heat dissipation architecture. This helps you stay productive and work on heavy-duty tasks, while the device stays cool and stable as ever to keep your workflow moving.

Take Your Ideas Further with the HUAWEI MatePad Air

Be ready when inspiration strikes with the HUAWEI MatePad Air, now available at PHP59,999 from PHP 64,999. Enjoy vouchers worth PHP 6,500 on the HUAWEI Online Store, while vouchers worth PHP 5,000 are exclusively available on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok.

From September 18, you can purchase the HUAWEI MatePad Air and receive an exclusive freebie bundle worth up to PHP 33,886. Freebies include a HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard (worth PHP 9,999), HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro (worth PHP 7,999), a PC-Level WPS Office (worth PHP 4,999), a One-Year WPS AI Membership (worth PHP 7,000), a Bluetooth Mouse (worth PHP 1,899), and a bag (worth PHP 1,990).

To learn more, visit your nearest HUAWEI Experience Store or check out HUAWEI’s official social media pages (Facebook | Instagram).

[1] Evaluated via HUAWEI internal lab tests done on the HUAWEI MatePad lineup.

Following the Success of HONOR 600 Series, Something Exciting Is Coming!

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HONOR PH Teases Something Exciting for the Next Generation of Creators.

Global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines has officially begun teasing something exciting following the success of the HONOR 600 Series, hinting at another device designed to keep up with the fast-paced lifestyles of today’s young professionals, creators, and digital-savvy users.

HONOR 600 First Day Sale Draws Huge Crowds

Built around the everyday demands of entertainment, content creation, work, and business, HONOR’s upcoming device is set to bring together the features users need to stay productive, creative, and connected. From creating content for social media to managing work and business on the go, it is designed to fit seamlessly into the way today’s generation lives and works.

At the heart of the experience is HONOR’s AI Image to Video 2.0, giving users a more creative way to bring their images to life. Together with the device’s capabilities for entertainment, content creation, and everyday productivity, HONOR is set to make advanced experiences more accessible to a wider audience.

“Following the success of the HONOR 600 Series, we wanted to continue building on what our consumers value while bringing exciting experiences to even more users,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. “This upcoming device reflects how we see smartphones evolving alongside the way people create, work, and enjoy content today. We’re excited for everyone to see what we have in store.”

Stay tuned to HONOR Philippines’ official social media channels as more details are revealed soon.

For more information about HONOR Philippines, you may visit: https://www.honor.com/ph/. To stay updated on launch announcements, product information, and exclusive offers, follow HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines) for exclusive launch updates, product information, and more. #HONORPhilippines #HONOR600Series

Train Run Recover: Why Galaxy Wellness Goes Beyond Working Out

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With the Galaxy Wellness Club, Samsung brings together movement, performance, recovery, and community for a more intentional approach to everyday wellness

For many, fitness can feel like a numbers game: how fast you run, how many reps you complete, or how much longer you can push yourself. But building a healthier, more sustainable routine goes beyond the workout. It is also about understanding how your body responds to movement, knowing when to challenge yourself, and making time to recover.

This was the thinking behind Samsung’s “Train Run Recover with Galaxy,” brought to life with the Galaxy Wellness Club. The wellness experience gave the #TeamGalaxy members the choice to move in different ways, from high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and barre class to Run with Galaxy, with the Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 equipping them to stay connected to meaningful health and activity insights.

TRAIN: Find the movement that works for you

There is no single way to stay active. Whether through high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that builds strength and endurance or lower-impact movement that develops balance, flexibility, and core strength, the key is finding what works for your body and goals.

The Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 support a more informed routine through Samsung Health, with insights such as Fitness Index, Heart Health Score, and Daily Cardio Load, helping users better understand their routines and make more informed decisions about how they train.

RUN: Make every stride count

Running is not always about chasing the next personal best. It can simply be about getting outside, finding your rhythm, and making movement part of your day. With Run with Galaxy, users bring meaningful performance tracking into every run.

For everyday wellness enthusiasts, the Galaxy Watch9 brings fitness and health tracking into daily routines, offering a more lightweight approach to staying connected to wellness beyond a single workout. The Galaxy Watch Ultra2, in particular, is built for those who want to take their training further, with features such as Trail Run and accurate GPS designed to support demanding outdoor activities. Its bright 5,000-nit display also helps keep key information visible even in challenging outdoor conditions.

Together, the latest Galaxy Watches reflect a simple idea: knowing more about how you move can help make every stride more intentional.

RECOVER: Because wellness does not stop when the workout is done

Recovery is just as important as movement. Refuelling, getting enough rest, and listening to your body can help make an active lifestyle more sustainable, reminding us that taking care of yourself is not always about doing more.

The Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 extend this focus beyond fitness tracking through Samsung Health. Features such as Vitals, Sleep Apnea insights, and Heart Health Score help users better understand different aspects of their health and wellness. Meanwhile, activity insights can also help put daily movement into perspective.

Through “Train Run Recover with Galaxy,” Samsung encourages people to approach wellness as a journey, one that looks different for everyone, but where every move can bring you closer to feeling your best.

With the Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2, Galaxy becomes a companion throughout that journey, empowering users to stay attuned to their health and activity as they train, run, recover, and live well with Galaxy.

To learn more about Galaxy Watch Ultra2, please visit: https://www.samsung.com/ph/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch-ultra2-titanium-silver-lte-sm-l715fzsaxtc/buy/

To learn more about Galaxy Watch9, please visit: https://www.samsung.com/ph/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch9-40mm-cream-bluetooth-sm-l340nzeaasa/buy/

For more info, visit Samsung Philippines Newsroom or Samsung.com.

2GO Streamlines Events Logistics with SMX, CBP and SM Estates

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2GO, the Philippines' largest integrated transportation and logistics provider, has partnered with SMX Convention Center, Central Business Park (CBP), and SM Estates to establish the 2GO-SMX Events Logistics, a centralized permit and logistics facilitation system designed to streamline events operations within the SMX Convention Center and the Mall of Asia Complex.

(Left to right) 2GO Forwarding Business Unit Head Faye Alonzo, SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation SVP Walid Wafik, Central Business Park President Erickberth Calupe, and SM Prime Holdings Senior Vice President and Estate Management and Development Head Jessel Kabigting

"Streamlining our work with SMX, CBP, and SM Estates is a reflection of our commitment to innovation across the logistics ecosystem," said 2GO Forwarding Business Unit Head Faye Alonzo. "Through this partnership, we are consolidating permit processing as an integrated end-to-end solution and a single point of contact for permit processing. This enables exhibitors and organizers to move cargo more efficiently and with greater confidence."

Formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the partnership aims to simplify permit facilitation, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the seamless movement of exhibit materials, event equipment, and deliveries for exhibitors, organizers, suppliers, and service providers.

Under the agreement, 2GO will facilitate permit applications on behalf of contractors, coordinate endorsements with SM Estates, process submissions with CBP, and provide end-to-end logistics support throughout ingress, event operations, and pull-out activities within the SMX.

"By aligning our expertise and resources, we are creating a more seamless and efficient framework for our venue logistics," said Walid Wafik, Senior Vice President for Operations of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation, which manages the SMX Convention Center. "This reinforces our dedication to delivering world-class experiences supported by efficient operational systems."

The collaboration introduces a one-stop service model designed to make permit processing more efficient while ensuring compliance with estate and operational requirements. By streamlining coordination, the initiative is expected to reduce administrative workload, minimize delays, and enhance event experiences for organizers, contractors, and eventgoers alike.

"For SM Estates, this collaboration is key to permit review and endorsement. Made possible by this MOU, closer coordination with our partners will enable a faster and more simplified process" said Jessel Kabigting, Senior Vice President for Development and Management of SM Estates.

Meanwhile, CBP President Erickberth Calupe underscored the importance of close coordination with the parties. "Strong partnerships are essential to creating effective change. While CBP remains the sole authority for regulating permits, applications, vehicle access, and fees, this collaboration enables us to deliver our services more holistically and effectively.”

The MOU, signed by Alonzo, Wafik, Kabigting, and Calupe, reinforces 2GO's commitment to delivering integrated solutions that enhance connectivity, operational efficiency, and customer engagement across industries.

For more information about 2GO and its services, visit www.2go.com.ph.

HONOR Connect Brings the HONOR Ecosystem Together for a Seamless Device Experience

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From smartphones and tablets to smartwatches and earbuds, HONOR devices work together to make digital experiences more convenient every day.

HONOR Philippines is making it easier for users to move across smartphones, tablets, wearables, and audio devices through HONOR Connect, an ecosystem feature that links compatible HONOR products for a more connected experience across work, communication, entertainment, and everyday activities.

HONOR Connect enables cross-device features including connected notifications and calls, screen sharing, connected apps, network sharing, connected camera, and content transfers. Depending on the compatible devices and software versions, users can share files, access information, and continue selected activities across screens.

“As consumers use more devices in their everyday lives, we believe the experience should become simpler, not more complicated,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. “HONOR Connect brings our devices together so users can choose the right device for what they need to do while staying connected across work, wellness, and entertainment. We want our technology to work naturally around the user.”

One Ecosystem, Different Roles

The HONOR Magic V6 offers the flexibility of a foldable smartphone, with its expansive inner display supporting productivity and multitasking on the go. It can also connect with other compatible HONOR devices to extend the experience beyond the smartphone.

For users who need more screen space, the HONOR MagicPad4 provides a larger canvas for productivity, content, and multitasking, while cross-device capabilities make it easier to share information between compatible devices.

The HONOR Watch 6 keeps key information within reach while supporting an active lifestyle. Connected features allow users to stay updated through notifications and calls on supported devices without always needing to reach their smartphone.

Meanwhile, the HONOR Earbuds 4 complement the connected experience for calls, music, and entertainment, keeping audio and conversations within easy reach throughout the day.

Designed Around the Way People Use Their Devices

Together, these devices demonstrate how an ecosystem can give users flexibility without requiring every device to serve the same purpose. Users can check updates on their Watch 6, manage communication and tasks on the Magic V6, move to the MagicPad4 when a larger display is needed, and use the Earbuds 4 for calls or entertainment.

HONOR Connect also supports selected cross-brand scenarios. Compatible HONOR smartphones and tablets can transfer content with iPhone and iPad devices, Mac computers, and supported devices from other brands. Availability and supported functions vary by device, operating system, and software version.

As HONOR continues to expand across smartphones, tablets, PCs, wearables, and audio devices, HONOR Connect brings these experiences closer together, giving users more freedom to build a connected setup around their individual needs and routines.

For more information about HONOR Philippines, you may visit: https://www.honor.com/ph/. To stay updated on launch announcements, product information, and exclusive offers, follow HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines) for exclusive launch updates, product information, and more.

HONOR Pad X9b Max Officially Launches in the Philippines for as Low as PHP 19,999

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The latest HONOR tablet features a 13-inch 120Hz 2.5K HONOR Max Display, 10,100mAh Max Battery, and IMAX Enhanced for a bigger entertainment experience.

Global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines officially launched the HONOR Pad X9b Max, bringing a larger and more immersive tablet experience to Filipino consumers. The tablet will be available for purchase starting September 19, with prices starting at PHP 19,999.

Designed for entertainment, productivity, and everyday use, the HONOR Pad X9b Max combines a large, high-resolution display, a long-lasting battery, and an immersive viewing experience. Together, these features give users more room to watch, work, browse, and stay connected throughout the day.

“We wanted to bring a tablet experience that gives users more room to enjoy the things they love, whether that’s watching content, getting work done, or simply staying connected throughout the day,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. “With the HONOR Pad X9b Max, we’re bringing together a large 120Hz display, a powerful 10,100mAh battery, and an immersive IMAX Enhanced experience to make every moment on the tablet more enjoyable.”

Here are three key features that make the HONOR Pad X9b Max a versatile companion for Filipino consumers:

Display: 13-inch 2.5K HONOR Max Display with 120Hz Refresh Rate

The 13-inch 2.5K HONOR Max Display with a 120Hz refresh rate gives users a spacious and smooth canvas for streaming, browsing, multitasking, and enjoying their favorite content. The expansive screen is designed to make every day viewing and productivity more immersive and comfortable.

Battery: 10,100mAh Max Battery for Longer Use

The 10,100mAh Max Battery is built to support longer hours of use, giving users more freedom to stream, work, browse, and stay entertained throughout the day without constantly reaching for a charger.

Entertainment: IMAX Enhanced Viewing Experience

For an elevated entertainment experience, the HONOR Pad X9b Max comes with IMAX Enhanced, bringing compatible content to life with a more immersive viewing experience on its expansive display.

With its combination of a large high-refresh-rate display, substantial battery capacity, and immersive entertainment features, the HONOR Pad X9b Max is designed to give users more flexibility for both productivity and entertainment.

Available Starting September 19

The HONOR Pad X9b Max will be available for purchase in the Philippines starting September 19, with the tablet priced at PHP 19,999 without a keyboard and PHP 21,999 with a keyboard. This gives users the flexibility to choose the setup that best fits their needs, whether for entertainment, everyday tasks, or productivity.

To celebrate the arrival of the HONOR Pad X9b Max, customers who purchase the tablet during the promo period can also receive a free JBL GO4 Speaker worth PHP 2,599. The promotion runs from September 1 to September 30, 2026, and is available to customers who purchase the HONOR Pad X9b Max through HONOR consumer stores nationwide, both offline and online, including HONOR's official stores of Shopee, TikTok Shop, and Lazada.

For the latest HONOR announcements and exclusive launch updates, visit https://www.honor.com/ph/ or follow HONOR Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. #HONORPadX9bMax #HONORPhilippines

Maya brings teamwork to the pitch, wins CFL title

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Cross-functional team claims Corporate Football League Division 3 Cup

with a perfect 9–0 record

By day, they help develop, build, run and support Maya’s payments and digital banking products for consumers and businesses. On the football field, the Maya team completed a perfect run to win the Corporate Division 3 Cup of the Corporate Football League 2026.

Maya’s Corporate Football League team is comprised of employees across various functions and departments, reflecting the dynamic, people-centric culture at the Philippines’ leading digital financial services platform.

The squad was distinctly Maya, bringing together colleagues from product development, engineering, technology, data science, consumer business, credit, enterprise, strategic partnerships, marketing, corporate affairs and strategy and programs. Its cross-functional character reflects the dynamic, people-centric culture at Maya, the Philippines’ leading digital financial services platform.

Maya defeated Shopee, 3–1, in the final at the Atleta ’63 Turf Field in Bridgetowne, Pasig City. The victory capped an unbeaten campaign from July to August, with the team winning all nine matches, scoring 31 goals and conceding only three.

The team advanced through victories over UnionBank, Wells Fargo, Shopee, GCash, JPMorgan Chase, RCM and Globe before defeating UnionBank, 2–0, in the semifinals.

“We came from very different teams across Maya, but on the pitch everyone had one priority: do what the team needed,” said Mohamed Omar Mahmoud, Maya football team co-captain and senior strategic partnerships officer. “People showed up, trained hard and trusted one another. Going 9–0 was special, but the best part was winning it together.”

Respect for people is one of the four pillars of Maya’s environmental, social and governance framework. Maya’s people strategy brings together professional development, health and wellness, workplace safety, and employee engagement, reflecting its view that well-being is important to how people perform and grow.

Sports and shared-interest activities complement these programs by giving colleagues more ways to stay active, connect beyond their usual teams and build relationships across the organization.

“At Maya, engagement goes beyond formal workplace programs,” said Charee Lanza,

Group Chief People Officer at Maya. “We want people to have opportunities to stay active, pursue shared interests and connect with colleagues they may not normally work with. This team showed how that energy, discipline and sense of ownership can bring people together.”

The Corporate Football League is an amateur football competition that brings together teams from companies and organizations across different industries. Its tournaments include corporate, mixed open and women’s categories, with corporate teams grouped into competitive divisions.

Activate your vivo Account, unlock more benefits

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vivo is inviting smartphone users to activate their vivo Accounts to access a range of device services and Membership benefits, from digital warranty records and data backup to repair assistance, device protection, and member-exclusive perks.

The vivo Membership program gives customers a way to manage essential services and access benefits throughout their device ownership.

Single account for essential device services

Once activated, a vivo Account gives users access to their E-Warranty Card, allowing them to view their warranty status and policies digitally. This gives customers an easier way to keep track of their device coverage without relying on a physical warranty document.

The account also connects users to vivo Cloud and EasyShare, which can back up photos, contacts, and messages and make transferring data easier when upgrading to another vivo device.

For lost or stolen devices, Find Hub allows users to remotely locate, lock, or erase their phone. Members can also use their account to book repairs, locate service centers, and contact vivo customer support through Messenger, WhatsApp, and Live Chat.

Users can also access self-service tools to test, optimize, and manage their devices, giving them more options to address common device concerns on their own.

Membership unlocks more benefits

Beyond device services, activating a vivo Account lets customers join the vivo Membership program, which has three levels: Member, Silver, and Gold.

Membership levels are determined by accumulated EXP points. Customers earn 1 EXP point for every Php 1 spent on a phone, 10 EXP points per day for signing in to vivo.com, and 1,000 EXP points for registering an account.

The current membership classifications are:

Member: 0–29,999 EXP points

Silver: 30,000–39,999 EXP points

Gold: 40,000 EXP points and above

As membership levels increase, customers gain access to additional service benefits.

More perks at every membership level

Members receive one free screen protector per year, up to 12 free maintenance and inspection services per year, mobile phone detection, free repair service, and free mail-in repair service. They also receive free shipping for purchases with a minimum spend of Php 1,000.

Silver Members receive four free screen protectors per year, loaner phone service, and free shipping for life.

Gold Members receive six free screen protectors per year, priority customer service, a 10% discount on repair parts up to three times per year, loaner phone service, and free shipping for life.

“Membership is intended to make the services customers need after buying a vivo phone easier to access and understand,” said vivo Philippines Brand Marketing Director Liu Lu. “By bringing warranty information, device support, repair services, and membership benefits into one account, customers can continue to get value from their devices throughout their ownership.”

Activation takes only a few minutes

Customers can activate their vivo Account through the vivo Store app on their vivo smartphone. Users can open the vivo Store app, select Me, sign in using their Google account or email, and select Member to view their account and current EXP points.

vivo Product Experts can also assist customers with account registration and E-Warranty activation in stores. The activation process takes about two to three minutes, allowing customers to set up their account while completing their purchase.

With an activated vivo Account, customers can have their warranty information, device services, and Membership benefits connected to one account, giving them a more convenient way to manage their vivo experience beyond the point of purchase.

A World of Flavours Awaits at Café by Westside

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From Filipino favourites and international comfort food to an abundant Saturday dinner buffet, Café by Westside gives diners more reasons to gather around the table.

Some meals call for a favourite you already know. Others are an invitation to try something new. At Café by Westside, the all-day dining restaurant of Grand Westside Manila Bay, guests can do a little of both.

Open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Café by Westside takes diners from early breakfasts to leisurely lunches and relaxed dinners. Its à la carte menu travels from Filipino favourites to Asian, Indian, Arabic and Western dishes, while Saturday evenings bring an even wider journey with the restaurant’s World of Flavours Dinner Buffet.

Whether it is breakfast before the day begins, lunch with colleagues, an afternoon meal with the family or a Saturday dinner with friends, the restaurant is designed around one simple pleasure: good food shared around the table.

From familiar favourites to something new: the à la carte menu

Café by Westside’s à la carte menu brings together dishes from home and farther afield, giving diners plenty to explore throughout the day.

Filipino flavours have a natural place on the menu. Kare-Kare, one of the restaurant’s chef signatures, pairs slow-cooked oxtail with a savoury peanut sauce and shrimp paste, while Home Style Sinigang brings the familiar comfort of a sour broth with a choice of shrimp, salmon, US beef or pork belly. Adobo, Crispy Pata, Lechon Kawali, Pinakbet with Bagnet and Pancit add to the line-up of well-loved local favourites.

Then the menu begins to travel.

Guests can move from Seafood Laksa, with prawns, squid and mussels in Malaysian coconut broth, to Pad Thai and Black Pepper Beef. Indian and Arabic selections include Murgh Makhani, Chicken Masala, Vegetable Korma, Chana Masala and Biryani, layered with spices, herbs and caramelized onions and offered with chicken, egg, seafood, vegetables or lamb.

For those craving something more familiar, the Signature Westside Burger, made with US Angus beef on a charcoal brioche bun, joins a selection of pasta, sandwiches and classic comfort food. Lighter choices include Lumpiang Sariwa, Thai Prawn and Pomelo Salad and Vietnamese Vegetable Spring Rolls.

“Good food should feel familiar, but there should always be something new to discover,” says Chef Chris Lugtu, Executive Chef of Grand Westside Manila Bay. “At Café by Westside, we bring together flavours our guests know and love with dishes they may be trying for the first time. For us, it’s about cooking food people genuinely enjoy and giving them a reason to come back for another plate.”

Save room for something sweet

The journey does not have to end with the main course. Café by Westside’s à la carte dessert selection includes Dulce de Leche Cheesecake, 24-Carat Moist Chocolate Mousse Cake, Sugar-Free Tiramisu and Westside Homemade Gelato, with flavours changing according to the day’s selection.

Whether stopping in for a favourite or choosing something new, the à la carte experience gives diners the freedom to make Café by Westside their own — from a quick lunch to a long catch-up over dessert.

Saturday nights become a World of Flavours

The à la carte menu may take diners around the world throughout the week, but on Saturday evenings, that spirit of discovery takes on a different form with Café by Westside’s World of Flavours Dinner Buffet.

Designed for diners who enjoy variety, the buffet brings different cuisines together in one generous spread. Guests can explore Filipino and Asian favourites, Indian and Middle Eastern flavours, Western classics, freshly prepared selections and desserts, building their own journey around the buffet one plate at a time.

There is no prescribed way to experience it. Start with something familiar, venture into a dish you have never tried before, return for a favourite — or discover something good enough to deserve a second helping.

Rather than centring the experience around any one cuisine, World of Flavours reflects the same approach that shapes Café by Westside: plenty of choice, familiar flavours alongside international discoveries, and food made to be enjoyed together.

It is an easy invitation to turn Saturday dinner into an occasion — gather the family, catch up with friends after a long week, or simply arrive hungry and see where the evening takes you.

“Dining has always been one of the ways people come together, and that sense of connection is very much part of the experience we want to create at Grand Westside,” says Joe Xavier Fijardo, General Manager of Grand Westside Manila Bay. “Café by Westside welcomes families, friends, travellers and our local community to share a table, enjoy good food and spend time together. World of Flavours gives them another reason to do just that.”

An all-day table in Westside City

Located in Westside City, Parañaque, Café by Westside is within easy reach of Entertainment City, SM Mall of Asia and Ninoy Aquino International Airport, making it a convenient dining destination for hotel guests, nearby residents, families and groups.

From breakfast before the day begins to an à la carte lunch or dinner, and a Saturday evening spent tasting your way around the world, Café by Westside offers an easy reason to gather — and perhaps discover a new favourite along the way.

Café by Westside

All-Day Dining

Open daily | 6:00 AM–10:00 PM

À La Carte Menu

Available daily

Breakfast Buffet

Daily | 6:00 AM–10:00 AM

PHP 1,500 nett per person

World of Flavours Dinner Buffet

Saturdays | 6:00 PM–10:00 PM

PHP 2,298 nett per person

For reservations and inquiries:

+63 917 120 2815

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Small Beginnings, Big Ambition: How Three Filipino Entrepreneurs Grew Their Negosyo with Maya Business

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In photo (L-R): Mohammad Hadji Mahmod,  Von Bindolo, and Ma. Christine Vito

For many Filipino entrepreneurs, growing a negosyo doesn’t always begin with a big investment. Sometimes, it starts with just enough capital to restock in-demand products, expand what they can offer, or keep up with their customers.

For Ma. Christine Vito, Mohammad Hadji Mahmod, and Von Bindolo, that starting point was a Maya Advance loan of ₱10,000, ₱1,000, and ₱20,000, respectively. Each put that additional capital toward practical business needs: from inventory and everyday operations to services their customers were already looking for.

Over time, those small beginnings opened the door to bigger opportunities. By continuing to transact through Maya Business and responsibly managing their loans, all three were able to access more working capital as their businesses grew, turning their first relatively small loans into millions of pesos in Maya Advance loans utilized over time.

Christine: From a Sari-Sari Store to a Growing Grocery

For Ma. Christine Vito, becoming a business owner wasn’t always part of the plan. After completing an internship at a shipping company, where she gained experience selling dry goods, she became interested in running a business of her own.

Christine and her family eventually opened a small store in Boracay Island. When the property where it stood was sold, they relocated to Sebaste, Antique, where they started again with a sari-sari store.

During the pandemic, the store remained open to serve the community. As more customers came in for mobile load, bills payment, and cash-in and cash-out services, Christine began using Maya Business more actively, and soon found herself needing more inventory to keep up with demand.

She was initially hesitant when she was offered her first ₱10,000 Maya Advance loan, but decided to use it to purchase more products for the store.

“Noong una, natakot akong kumuha ng loan, pero dahil sa Maya Business, nagkaroon kami ng puhunan para tuloy-tuloy na mapalago ang negosyo namin.” (At first, I was afraid to take out a loan, but through Maya Business, we had the capital to continuously grow our business.)

As the negosyo grew, Christine continued putting additional capital back into the business. Since that first ₱10,000, she has utilized more than ₱3 million in Maya Advance loans over time.

What began as a small sari-sari store has since expanded into a mini grocery, with a kitchen and mini warehouse to support its operations. Her family has also purchased a vehicle for the negosyo, growth that Christine built one practical investment at a time.

Mohammad: Making the Most of His First ₱1,000

For Mohammad Hadji Mahmod, the first step was even smaller. After years of working as an OFW, Mohammad returned to the Philippines to help grow his family’s business in Boracay Island. He became a Maya Business user in 2023, offering mobile load, bills payment, and cash-in and cash-out services to customers in their community.

When his first Maya Advance offer came, it was for ₱1,000. Rather than waiting for a bigger amount, Mohammad saw an opportunity to put what was available to work. He used the funds for his load business, helping keep the service running while gradually building up his capital.

As he continued using Maya Business and responsibly managing his loans, he was able to access more working capital for the family negosyo. From that first ₱1,000, Mohammad has since utilized more than ₱2.2 million in Maya Advance loans over time, helping him sustain daily operations, expand his product offerings, and pursue new business opportunities.

“Hangga't may Maya Business, mas kampante akong patuloy na palaguin ang negosyo ng pamilya namin.” (As long as we have Maya Business, I feel more confident continuing to grow our family business.)

For Mohammad, it’s a mindset that has stayed the same since his first loan: start with what you have, put it to good use, and keep building from there.

Von: Turning Additional Capital Into New Opportunities

Von Bindolo’s journey with Maya Business began before she even took over her family’s sari-sari store. While working in Manila, she discovered Maya Business through Facebook and began selling mobile load to earn additional income through commissions. When she returned to Boracay to take over the family store from her mother, Maya Business became part of how she served customers in the community.

When the pandemic hit and tourism in Boracay came to a standstill, keeping the negosyo running became even more important. Von continued serving customers who relied on the store for mobile load, bills payment, and cash-in and cash-out services.

Her first ₱20,000 Maya Advance loan gave her additional working capital to keep investing in the business during a difficult period.

“Malaking bagay kahit maliit lang ang puhunan, lalo na kapag ginagamit mo para madagdagan ang paninda at mapagsilbihan nang mas maayos ang mga suki. Unti-unti, nakita ko rin na kaya palang lumago ang negosyo namin.” (Even a small amount of capital can make a big difference, especially when you use it to add more products and serve your regular customers better. Little by little, I also saw that our business could really grow.)

Since that first loan, Von has utilized more than ₱2.6 million in Maya Advance loans over time. The additional capital has helped her grow sales and invest back into the negosyo, including purchasing an e-bike for daily operations. Her growing business has also helped support her child’s education.

What started as a sari-sari store passed down by her mother continues to grow into a negosyo that supports both her family and the community around her.

Small Capital Can Go a Long Way

Christine, Mohammad, and Von started with different businesses and different amounts. What they shared was how they chose to use that capital: putting it toward real, everyday needs that could help their negosyo move forward.

As their businesses grew, so did the opportunities available to them. What began with inventory, load, and daily operating needs eventually helped make room for bigger investments: from expanding a sari-sari store into a mini grocery to purchasing vehicles and exploring new sources of income.

Through Maya Business, entrepreneurs can access digital tools and services for everyday business needs, from accepting QR Ph payments to offering mobile load, bills payment, and cash-in and cash-out services. Eligible Maya Business users can also access additional working capital through Maya Advance.

For Filipino entrepreneurs, growing a negosyo doesn’t always mean starting big. Sometimes, it means making the most of the capital you have, putting it where it can make a difference, and building from there.

Because a small first step can eventually take a negosyo much further.

Looking to grow your negosyo with digital tools and services? Apply to become a Maya Center and download the Maya Business app on Google Play and App Store to get started.

 

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