Rico Hizon and Gabbi Garcia Beats Murphy’s Law with ASUS ExpertBook Ultra

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Murphy’s Law says anything that can go wrong, will go wrong. For ASUS Business Philippines, “No worries. We’re ready!”

Following the Philippine launch of the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra on July 1, ASUS Business Philippines announces the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Beats Murphy Law video series — a content campaign that puts the flagship business laptop through exactly the kind of real-world scenarios that ruin an ordinary laptop and an ordinary professional’s day.

The series is anchored by two of the country’s most recognized professionals, Award-winning Broadcast Journalist, Host and Business Consultant Rico Hizon and Award-winning Actress, Host, and Entrepreneur Gabbi Garcia — both officially introduced as ASUS ExpertBook Brand Ambassadors in the Philippines.

MURPHY’S LAW HAPPENS TO EVERYONE

Every professional has a Murphy’s Law story. The coffee that spilled five minutes before a client presentation, the laptop that died mid-meeting because there was no outlet in the conference room or the bag that got tossed in an overhead bin.

These are not hypothetical scenarios. They are every working day for the modern Filipino professional who carries a laptop across Manila, between client sites, through airport security, and back home.

Rico Hizon knows this reality firsthand. With nearly four decades of broadcast journalism across GMA, CNBC Asia, BBC World News, CNN Philippines, and now ABS-CBN News Channel — Rico has worked in studios, live sets, client boardrooms, and international press rooms where one device failure can derail a live broadcast. When your career depends on being on-air and on time, your laptop cannot afford to fail. His role in the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Beats Murphy’s Law series reflects that reality that a professional whose work demands zero tolerance cannot afford a device failure.

Gabbi Garcia brings a different lens to the same truth. As an award-winning actress, host, and entrepreneur, Gabbi represents the next generation of Filipino professionals who refuse to let a laptop slow them down. From production shoots to brand meetings, to content creation — her days are long, unpredictable, and unforgiving. In the video series, she puts the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra through exactly the kind of chaos that defines her working life. 

WHY MURPHY’S LAW CANNOT BEAT THE EXPERTBOOK ULTRA

The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra was built for the moments when everything goes wrong — and it was engineered to make sure the professional never feels it.

Worry-Free Against Accidental Water Spills

Pressured with the deadlines, you’re almost done with your tasks until water accidentally spilled on your laptop? Whatever ends up on the keyboard during a deadline, ASUS ExpertBook Ultra can handle that. The ExpertBook Ultra’s splash-resistant keyboard is designed to route liquid away from critical components. What ruins a regular laptop barely interrupts a workday on the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra.

Worry-Free Performance, Even Under Pressure

Running a video call, a live document, an AI assistant, and a data dashboard — all at once, all day. The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra can handle everything at once. A high-performance CPU, up to Intel® Core™ Ultra X9 Series 3 Processors with Intel® Arc™ Pro graphics and with Intel vPro®, and up 50 NPU TOPs that runs AI tasks on a separate processor entirely. Nothing competes for resources. Nothing slows down. AI tasks run on its own lane so the rest of the workday keeps moving at full speed.

Worry-Free Against Drops and Physical Damage

Working from anywhere means moving from boardroom to airports, client offices or in transit. Bags get dropped; overhead bins are rough. Business travels are unpredictable. The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra has passed 24 MIL-STD-810H military-standard tests and 157 additional ASUS in-house durability validations — including drop testing from heights of up to 120 cm. This is a device tested against the kind of physical stress that Filipino professionals put a laptop through every single day.

Worry-Free Charging. No Outlet? No Problem

No hunting for wall outlets and cutting a meeting short because the battery icon turned red. The workday ends when the professional decides — not when the battery does.

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra is powerbank-chargeable via USB Type-C, the same powerbank that we usually keep in our own bags. It is also equipped with long battery life lasting up to 26 hours, so you can make even the most important business decisions from dawn till dusk.

Worry-Free Against Scratches and Stains

The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra’s 9H Nano Ceramic surface is five times more scratch-resistant than the industry standard and repels fingerprints, stains, and smudges on contact. A laptop that looks as clean at the end of the workday, as it did at 8AM without a protective case, without a sleeve, without babying it. That is what 9H hardness actually means in real life corporate situations.

Worry-Free for Your Eyes. Day and Night

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra’s 14-inch 3K Tandem OLED display is gentler on the eyes than any standard business laptop screen. From its anti-glare display that eliminates reflection in bright environments, ASUS ExpertBook Ultra’s Tandem OLED display delivers true blacks and vivid colors. For a professional working 10 to 12 hours a day, from a sunlit office in the morning to a dimly lit hotel room at night, this display adapts to every lighting condition without straining the eyes.

Worry-Free Portability. Truly Anywhere.

At 0.99 kg and 10.9 mm thin, the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra is among the lightest business laptops in the world. It fits into any bag, survives daily commute and travels, and never adds weight to an already full, busy workday.

Worry-Free for Businesses, Reliable and Trusted by IT Experts.

The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra is a business-grade laptop built for organizations of every size. ASUS Business Philippines offers flexible configurations tailored to specific enterprise requirements, whether for a single executive unit or a full team deployment. Each device comes with a comprehensive 3-year warranty, which includes the battery and charger, and is extendable up to 5 years, ensuring long-term reliability. One device, configured for how your business actually works, is now even more secure.

Beyond hardware, ASUS Business also offers upgradeable business solutions specifically designed to help IT Heads and businesses minimize downtime. These solutions include next-day local on-site service, local accidental damage protection, and more, providing unparalleled support and peace of mind for your entire team.

Worry-Free Against Replacement Costs

Every ASUS ExpertBook Ultra comes with a standard 3-year warranty that covers the device, battery, and charger, extendable up to 5 years for complete peace of mind. With 100+ ASUS Service Centers from Luzon, Visayas to Mindanao and the ASUS Business Support Program offering priority servicing and on-site repair, the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra is truly a flagship device that’s built to last.

ASUS EXPERTBOOK BRAND AMBASSADORS

ASUS Business Philippines officially introduces Rico Hizon and Gabbi Garcia as Brand Ambassadors for ASUS Expert Series carrying forward ASUS ExpertBook Ultra’s positioning it not just as the Flagship of the Industry but as a durable, reliable, AI-powered premium business laptop into the next phase with this video series.

Rico Hizon is a multi-award-winning broadcast journalist with 38 years of experience across GMA, CNBC Asia in Hong Kong, BBC World News in Singapore and London, CNN Philippines, and ABS-CBN News Channel. He is the host of Beyond the Exchange with Rico Hizon on ANC, winner of the Best Talk Show Host award at the 30th Asian Television Awards, and Grand Final Winner for Best Factual News Presenter at the Asian Academy Creative Awards and currently serves as a business consultant.

Gabbi Garcia is one of the Philippines’ most recognized young actresses, a host, and entrepreneur. Gabbi has built a reputation for professionalism, versatility, and an entrepreneurial spirit that extends well beyond entertainment. Her role as an ASUS ExpertBook Brand Ambassador reflects the next generation of Filipino professionals who demand premium, AI-ready tools that match their pace.

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Now Available in the Philippines, Offers Limited Time Early Bird Promo

ASUS Business Philippines is offering an exclusive Early Bird Bundle Promo for the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra. Purchase any ASUS ExpertBook Ultra during the promotional period period on select tech stores nationwide, and ASUS Expert Stores in Lazada or Shopee and get one (1) an ASUS 100W GaN Charger and ₱10,000 worth of SSI Gift Vouchers that you can use to purchase select luxury and premium items under SSI Group. Visit the ASUS Business Philippines website for more details. DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-261070 Series of 2026.

The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra is now available starting at Php 129,995 at select ASUS authorized stores and tech stores nationwide.

· Where to Buy ASUS ExpertBook Ultra: https://ph.asus.click/ExpertBookUltra-WheretoBuy

· ASUS Expert Store – Lazada: https://ph.asus.click/ASUSExpertBookStoreLazada

· ASUS Expert Store – Shopee: https://ph.asus.click/ASUSExpertBookStoreShopee

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Rico Hizon and Gabbi Garcia Beats Murphy's Law with ASUS ExpertBook Ultra

The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Beats the Murphy’s Law Video Series is now available. Watch Rico Hizon and Gabbi Garcia put the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra through every scenario Murphy’s Law can throw at it:

Watch the full series: https://ph.asus.click/ExpertBookUltraBeatsMurphysLaw

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Ben&Ben releases “Duyan” music video starring Khalil Ramos and Gabbi Garcia

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The song completes the ‘Mahiwaga trilogy,’ which includes hit songs “Pagtingin” and “Araw-Araw”

Ben&Ben continued to solidify their status as one of the most important voices of OPM in 2025. The acclaimed band made history as the first Filipino act to surpass three billion streams on global streaming platform Spotify, while also earning major wins at the 28th Awit Awards, including Album of the Year for their third studio album, The Traveller Across Dimensions and Best Performance by a Group Recording Artist for "Triumph.” As the year drew to a close, Ben&Ben’s music found itself intertwined with national consciousness when “Kapangyarihan,” their collaboration with SB19, emerged as a modern anthem in protest spaces, echoing public anger amid allegations of corruption surrounding flood control and infrastructure projects.

Now, as they turn the page to a brand-new year, the multi-awarded nine-piece collective invites listeners to start the year on a more intimate yet optimistic note with the release of their new single “Duyan”—out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

Written and composed by frontman Miguel Benjamin and produced by longtime collaborator Ziv alongside Ben&Ben, “Duyan” represents a profound, romantic bond that defies distance, time, and obstacles. The rousing pop-rock ballad encapsulates what true love really means: deep affection, unwavering loyalty, and the choice to remain committed even when faced with challenges and adversities.

According to Miguel, he wrote the song three days before his wedding, while sitting alone in his car. The song contains everything he wanted to tell his then-future wife.

“There are songs where artists write themselves in the music, and this is one of them,” Miguel explains. “That day, the idea of fully offering oneself to another person stayed with me. It’s a love inspired by lifelong commitment, shared journeys, and selflessness. More than anything, I realized that I was ready to make the promise before God. I felt it in the deepest part of my heart.”

Musically, the band worked closely with their good friend and constant collaborator Ziv to honor the song’s emotional core, while “maximizing the soul and expanse of the band’s instruments to take it to the fullest version it was meant to become.”

The song is part of the Mahiwaga Trilogy, Ben&Ben’s thematic arc on romantic relationships. The series began with “Pagtingin,” a groovy meditation on love at first spark and infatuation, and continued with “Araw-Araw,” a folk-pop ode to choosing your partner every single day. “Duyan” closes the chapter with finality, speaking of lifelong commitment and assurance.

“Two years after I wrote the song Duyan and kept it as a very personal part of my life, it made sense for it to be put out there,” shares Miguel. “It also made sense for it to be the conclusion of the trilogy of songs/videos Pagtingin and Araw-Araw.”

Music Video

The song will be accompanied by the release of a music video starring real-life couple and actors Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos, who also appeared in the previous installments of the Mahiwaga Trilogy. For Khalil, returning to the project was a full-circle moment for both Gabbi and him.

“Thematically, it’s beautiful to see how the story progressed since Pagtingin,” shares the Filipino actor, singer, and filmmaker. “I vividly remember how we shot those two videos, and the film LSS. Gab and I grew alongside these songs. At every stage of the trilogy, we could deeply relate to it, because it reflected the different phases of our own relationships through the years.”

Miguel praised both actors in the music video for their enduring role in the band’s visual storytelling. “It was so good to be able to work with our longtime friends Gabbi and Khalil once more in this music video. You could say we’ve both grown so much in life and in our careers ever since the last project we did together. It was great catching up and telling stories of the past and making new memories.”

Directed by Lunchbox Studios under the helm of Daniel Aguilar, the wedding-themed music video brings the trilogy to a close through rosy, introspective visuals.

Ben&Ben said viewers can expect to see a wonderful blend of magic and everyday life in the music video: “We’ve been working with (Lunchbox Studios) for a while now, and for this video, we wanted to do a very intimate but expansive conclusion to the videos we’ve done before. We collaborated on a concept of a portrayal of the stages of commitment done in magical realism.”

Ben&Ben’s “Duyan” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. Watch out for the music video of “Duyan” on Ben&Ben’s official YouTube channel.

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Caltex Renews Partnership with GabLil as Caltex Rewards Ambassadors

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Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, marketed by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), recently launched a new campaign with celebrity couple Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos (GabLil) as the brand’s official Caltex Rewards ambassadors.

This exciting campaign, May Point Ang Biyahe, highlights the fun and joy of traveling and encourages Filipino motorists to fuel up with Caltex to earn and accumulate Caltex Rewards points for a more rewarding and fulfilling journey.

With the launch of the May Point Ang Biyahe campaigns comes a new music video featuring Gabbi and Khalil (GabLil). The lyrics are all about the benefits customers can get when they use Caltex Rewards. This energetic production showcases the thrilling rewards for motorists, including fuel discounts, dining perks, shopping delights, and much more—all set to the beat of a lively and catchy jingle.

"We wanted to have ambassadors who represent what Caltex Rewards means for motorists. With GabLil as our ambassadors, we aim to create a more vibrant and positive image for the brand," said CPI Country Chairman Billy Liu.

“Gabbi and Khalil embody the adventurous, on-the-go and fun-loving spirit of both the Caltex brand and the Caltex Rewards program. As a couple, they align with the goal of Caltex Rewards, which is making journeys easier, happier and better. We look forward to working with them and seeing where this collaboration takes us,” Liu added.

“We’re so happy to be part of the Caltex family. We’ve always fueled up at Caltex so it’s an honor to finally represent the brand that we both truly love. We would like to thank Caltex for welcoming us with warmth and open arms,” the couple remarked.

Sign up to be part of the Caltex Rewards Program through the CaltexGO app or the Caltex website. You may also visit the official website for more information about Caltex and its promotions. Watch the recently launched music video in this link.

“Unbreak My Heart,” the first collaboration of GMA Network and ABS-CBN Corporation with an ensemble cast - starring Jodi, Richard, Gabbi, and Joshua, airs on TV on GMA, online on GMANetwork.com, iWantTFC, and Viu

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The much-awaited and historic collaboration of GMA Network and ABS-CBN is here!“Unbreak My Heart” Premieres on GMA this May 29; streams 48 hours before TV broadcast on GMANetwork.com, iWantTFC, and Viu

Jodi Sta. Maria, Richard Yap, Gabbi Garcia, and Joshua Garcia push the bounds of forbidden love that may break the hearts of those they hold dear in “Unbreak My Heart,” the first collaboration of GMA Network and ABS-CBN Corporation with an ensemble cast led by their formidable stars.

The romantic-drama series premieres this May 29 on GMA Telebabad, Pinoy Hits, and I Heart Movies at 9:35 PM from Mondays to Thursdays, 11:25 PM on GTV, and it is also available on GMA Pinoy TV and TFC. It will also stream 48 hours before its TV broadcast in the Philippines on GMANetwork.com and iWantTFC, as well as in 16 territories outside of the Philippines on Viu beginning on May 27.

“Unbreak My Heart” follows the compelling story of Rose (Jodi), a woman who is desperate to heal her shattered heart and atone for her sins by rebuilding the family that she has lost. In her journey, she falls in love and gets entangled in a May-September love affair with the charming Renz (Joshua), an equally wounded soul who helps Rose fill the void in her heart.

Later on, Renz falls in love with a young and beautiful girl named Alex (Gabbi), who sees Renz as her knight in shining armor and is willing to fight for her love for him.

As Rose, Renz, and Alex get caught in a love triangle, their relationships will be thwarted with even more pain and suffering as their lives take a darker turn when Matt (Richard) meddles with their affairs in order to protect his family.

Will Rose fight for Renz even if Alex is already in his life? Will Rose get the forgiveness she’s been longing for or will Matt make her face the consequences of her sins?

“Unbreak My Heart,” which was shot in the scenic locations of Switzerland, Italy, and the Philippines, is directed by Emmanuel Q. Palo and Dolly Dulu and produced by Dreamscape Entertainment. The series also stars industry veterans Laurice Guillen, Eula Valdes, Sunshine Cruz, Nikki Valdez, Romnick Sarmenta, and Victor Neri, with Dionne Monsanto, PJ Endrinal, Maey Bautista, Marvin Yap, and Mark Rivera, and up-and-coming young actors Will Ashley, Jeremiah Lisbo, and Bianca de Vera.

The official soundtrack of “Unbreak My Heart” will feature songs by Christian Bautista, Bey, and Moira dela Torre.

Don’t miss the premiere of “Unbreak My Heart” on GMA Telebabad, Pinoy Hits, and I Heart Movies this May 29 at 9:35 PM, 11:25 PM on GTV, and stream it 48 hours before its TV broadcast this May 27 on GMANetwork.com, iWantTFC, and Viu. The series is also available on GMA Pinoy TV and TFC.

Exciting new season of Gabbi Garcia’s hit web series now airing!

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• How do you become confident at being uniquely you? The brand-new season of Lite Me Up looks into how you can unlock your inner light.

Five brand-new episodes of the web series “Lite Me Up,” produced by Xiaomi, promises to inspire 20-somethings on how to shine their brightest and confidently navigate everyday style concerns without losing touch of their true sense of self.

Starring the Millennial It Girl, Gabbi Garcia, the web series takes a variety of topics to guide audiences gain self-confidence and express their personal style with the help of Xiaomi 12 Lite – itself a fabulous fashion accessory.

With its slim design and powerful performance, the Xiaomi 12 Lite is considered a masterpiece for tech and fashion advocates alike, inspiring users to confidently express themselves.

“Radiating personal confidence is something anyone can learn. I believe it begins with a sense of independence. It’s about believing in yourself, in your purpose in life, your own aspirations, and personal style. I’m so thrilled to once again work with Xiaomi for the new season of Lite Me Up and help audiences express themselves with ease, and never stop inspiring others,” said Gabbi.

Xiaomi 12 Lite features a studio-level 108MP triple camera, Smart 67W turbo charging, and an impressive 120Hz AMOLED display. The new flat frame design gives the phone a simple and refined body line. Its unified color scheme and seamless matte finish gives off a premium and fashionable vibe — such a pleasant feel to hold in your hand. Available in Black, Lite Green, Lite Pink, the phone's multi-layer color gradients and the satin effect make the back covers look like a beautiful canvas.

Brand-new Lite Me Up episodes

This season’s Lite Me Up premieres on August 26, 2022 via Xiaomi Philippines’ Facebook page and YouTube channel. New episodes air every Friday, with lucky audiences getting a chance to win a Xiaomi 12 Lite in every episode!

For the first episode, Gabbi shares her fearless fashion forecast for the season. This, incidentally, also gives audiences a glimpse of her personal style, which for her means giving color and depth to her authentic self.

The second episode is about modern etiquette, which in this day and age includes issues like whether it’s acceptable or not to use your phone while out on a date. Is using your phone between conversations considered rude? Watch out to find out.

Episode 3 talks about how to be the “Lite of the Party” — or how to be confident in whatever social occasion you plan to go to. With a little help from Xiaomi 12 Lite’s selfie camera, Gabbi guides you how to capture the best style that suits your personality.

In Episode 4, Gabbi dares you to take the “Next-Level Mirror Selfies” to see for yourself how other people see you in real life. Aside from simply clicking away in front of a mirror using the rear-facing 32MP camera of the Xiaomi 12 Lite, there are a lot more things to consider if you want to take the perfect mirror selfie. When done flawlessly, you’d be surprise to see how gorgeous a mirror selfie can be.

In the season finale, Episode 5, Gabbi reveals her signature “get ready with me” look using the Xiaomi 12 Lite’s vlog mode features.

5 best looks of Gabbi Garcia to copy this 2022

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Millennial It Girl Gabbi Garcia loves to use makeup to emphasize her natural beauty. Based on her IG pics, this stunning celebrity also knows how to balance the use of bold colors. For Filipinas like Gabbi who want to explore every version of themselves, Spotlight Cosmetics is the perfect makeup partner! The brand emboldens Filipinas to be whoever they want to be with its high-quality beauty products at par with high-end brands, at an affordable price. This year, why not try to be bolder and more adventurous with your makeup looks?

Here are some of the best looks of Gabbi that you can take inspiration from: 

Smoky eye look. Smoky eye-makeup-look never goes out of style. If you love Gabbi’s smoky eye look, achieve it with Spotlight Scene Stealer 8-in-1 Eye Shadow Palette. What’s good about this eye shadow palette is that it’s ideal for all skin tones! It also consists of six mattes and two shimmers in highly pigmented shades to complete your fancy night-out-look.

Bold and classic look. Bring out your confidence and glamour with a classic red lipstick. A must-have on every make-up kit is the red lipstick as it is versatile and works either when wearing basic outfits or when going to glamorous parties. Achieve alluring flawless lips like Gabbi with Spotlight Superstar Matte Lipstick in Scream Queen shade. Collect other shades in Media Maven, Trendy Doll, Foxy Heroin, Sultry Siren, and Stylish Honey.

Soft summer flush look. If you’re eyeing to achieve Gabbi’s soft summer flush look, upgrade your tint with Rising Star Lip and Cheek Paint. Get that summer glow with its lightweight, moisturizing, and soft feels on the cheeks and lips. Available in shades Delightful Damsel, Playful Maiden, and Blushing Fairy.

Spotlight-ready look. Own the spotlight this year! A diva look will definitely make you an eye-catcher to any party. Recreate Gabbi’s look with Spotlight Super Star Liquid Lips in Lovely Lass shade. Add some drama to your lips with this intensely-colored and mask-proof liquid lipstick available in shades of Stunning Icon, Fiery Star, Quirky Royalty, Glam Goddess, and Posh Primadonna.

Natural and chic look. This makeup look is perfect for lazy days, quick mornings, and casual weekends. With this easy makeup look, you can still be a head-turner. The morena beauty proves this with Spotlight Lip Balm in Indie Babe shade. These vanilla-scented balms are lightly tinted to keep your lips naturally pretty and hydrated all day. Also available in shades of Candid Cutie, Offbeat Gal, and Media Darling.

Loving all Gabbi’s looks? Score these high-quality beauty products at an affordable price. Spotlight Cosmetics products are available in Watsons and SM Beauty Store and their official stores on Lazada (lazada.com.ph/shop/spotlight-cosmetics/) and Shopee (shopee.ph/spotlightofficialstore). 

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