ASUS Philippines Announces share 2019 PLUS: ASUS TUF GAMING SPECIAL PROMOTION

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From November 30 to December 31, get your hands on Sperry Gift Certificates, JBL Clip 2 Speakers, or even game codes for Borderlands 3 or The Outer Worlds by just purchasing your own ASUS TUF Gaming notebook!

ASUS is not slowing down on their very own season of sharing, as the ASUS Share 2019 extends its special bundling program to select ASUS TUF Gaming notebooks! 

So grab yours now! Full details on this can be found through this 

link: http://bit.ly/Share2019Plus while list of participating shops are found here: http://bit.ly/ROGAuthorizedStores.

PARTICIPATING ASUS TUF GAMING PRODUCTS

SERIES	MODEL	SCREEN	LCD SPEC	CPU	RAM	STORAGE	GPU	SRP	BUNDLE
ASUS TUF Gaming	FX505DD-AL272T	15" FHD	IPS 120HZ	R5-3550H	8G	512G PCIE2	GTX1050 3GD5	PHP 41,995	·        Sperry Gift Certificates worth PHP 3,000 ·        Choice between Borderlands 3 or The Outer Worlds worth PHP 1,530 each
ASUS TUF Gaming	FX505DD-AL233T	15" FHD	IPS 120HZ	R5-3550H	8G	1TB	GTX1050 3GD5	PHP 40,995
­ASUS TUF Gaming	FX505DD-AL127T	15" FHD	IPS 120HZ	R5-3550H	4G	1TB	GTX1050 3GD5	PHP 38,995
ASUS TUF Gaming	FX505DY-AL117T	15" FHD	IPS 120HZ	R5-3550H	4G	512G PCIE2	RX560X 4GD5	PHP 37,995	·       JBL Clip 2 Speaker worth PHP 3,099 ·       Choice between Borderlands 3 or The Outer Worlds worth PHP 1,530 each
ASUS TUF Gaming	FX505DY-AL080T	15" FHD	IPS 120HZ	R5-3550H	4G	1TB	RX560X 4GD5	PHP 36,995
ASUS TUF Gaming	FX505DY-AL026T	15" FHD	IPS 120HZ	R5-3550H	4G	1TB	RX560X 4GD5	PHP 36,995
ASUS TUF Gaming	FX505DY-BQ121T	15" FHD	IPS 60Hz	R5-3550H	4G	1TB	RX560X 4GD5	PHP 35,995

For more information on ASUS TUF Gaming, the ASUS Share 2019 campaign, and all things ASUS follow the ASUS Philippines Facebook Page and the ZenTalk Philippines Forum.

  #ASUS, #ASUSTUFGaming, #ASUSShare2019

2019 Taiwan Excellence eSports Cup presents big global winners Bren Esports and CX Blanc !

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The 2019 Taiwan Excellence eSports Cup kicked off on a high note on October 4, Friday, at the SM City North EDSA The Block Atrium in Quezon City. The three-day event, which highlighted top gaming products from Taiwan PC brands, Counter Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) and League of Legends (LoL) tournaments, and a cosplay competition drew crowds of eSports fans, gaming enthusiasts as well as media guests and VIPs.

The great event was hosted by athlete, TV personality, and avid gamer Eric “Eruption” Tai, the thrilling event opened its first day with an energetic dance number from Upeepz Dance Crew followed by opening remarks from Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) Director Mr. Wen Chun-Chang and Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) Director Mr. Clement Chen, who both emphasized the importance of the Taiwan ICT industry’s support for the local eSports community. As the Philippines continues to grow into a viable gaming and eSports market, the introduction of the most advanced technologies and powerful gaming devices from Taiwan can help boost the gameplay of aspiring Filipino eSports athletes.

Actress and cost player  Myrtle Sarroza at the grand opening ceremony and got first dibs in experiencing the products on display at the free-for-all brand booths. Among the devices she got to try were Asus Republic of Gamers’ ROG Zephyrus S (the world’s lightest and thinnest gaming laptop), the Gigabyte Z390 Aorus WaterForce Xtreme motherboard, Aorus memory cards and video cards, AVerMedia’s plug-and-play AM310 USB microphone and Live Streamer Cam 313, InWin’s WINBOT Limited Edition Transparent Spherical case, Kingmax Semiconductor, memory cards and external portable SSDs from Transcend and T Force, Zyxel’s tri-band Wi-Fi system, and peripherals from XPG, Zadak, and G.Skill.

The product experience zone also included ten units of gaming desktops that were made available for guests to use in playing games such as Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) and League of Legends. Fans also had the chance to take photos with cosplayers dressed as their favorite game characters and jammed with pop rock band GraceNote, which added excitement to the three-day festivities.

The intense CS:GO battle on October 4 and the LoL games on October 5 were also witnessed by eSports fanatics all over the world via live streaming on the Taiwan Excellence Facebook page. Day 1 was hosted by shoutcasters Nomadph and Ilustrado, and Day 2 by G10 and Een Mercado. Celebrity cosplayer and gamer Ashley Gosiengfiao also made an appearance on October 5 to meet with her fans.

Winners' circle

Bren Esports dominated the CS:GO tournament and won the grand prize of P56,000 in cash. Each team member also took home an Asus ROG Delta Headset, ROG Collection Shirt, ROG Armor Suite Backpack, and P2,000 worth of Sodexo Gift Certificates. In a short speech, the captain of Bren Esports expressed the team's collective sentiment about their victory, "We're very happy about winning. I think we deserve this because we worked hard for this."

Aside from these prizes, Bren Esports also has the honor of representing the country in an upcoming CS:GOfriendly match against Taiwan Excellence eSports Cup winners from Malaysia, Thailand, India, and Taiwan. "We're going to practice more in preparation for our upcoming matches abroad," promises Bren Esports.

Meanwhile, CX Blanc took home the grand prize of P56,000 for the LoL tournament. Each team member also received an Asus ROG Delta Headset, ROG Collection Shirt, ROG Armor Suite Backpack, and P2,000 worth for Sodexo Gift Certificates from Taiwan Excellence.

Taking the second, third, and fourth places for the CS:GO tournament are Fallen5, WIMAX, and Station 751, respectively. For LoL, the runner up positions were nabbed by PlayLoud, Ruyal, and Archeous accordingly.

On the other hand, the cosplay competition on October 6 showcased the creativity and talent of Filipino costume artists. Judged by representatives from TAITRA and cosplayer, game streamer, and video content creator Kang Dupet, 30 contestants took the stage in their best CS:GO- and LoL-inspired costumes. Izaiah Luke Buelos took home the grand prize of P40,000, while runners up Sergio Sta. Ana and Nicholai Dizon won P20,000 and P10,000 in cash, respectively.

With a total prize pool of P430,000, this has been one of the biggest eSports tournaments in the country to date. Not only the players and contestants were able to bring home prizes, guests who registered at the venue also had the chance to win prizes from the Shopping List, Guess Whose Logo, and Scavenger List games.

The 2019 Taiwan Excellence eSports Cup is organized by the Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT), Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), and Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), with partners Asus Republic of Gamers, Aorus, AVerMedia, In-Win, Kingmax, Transcend, XPG, T Force, Zadak, G.Skill, and Zyxel. For more information, like and follow the Taiwan Excellence Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TaiwanExcellence.ph/.

About Taiwan Excellence

The Taiwan Excellence symbol honors Taiwan’s most innovative products, providing tremendous value to users worldwide. Products carrying this symbol were awarded based on their design, quality, marketing, Taiwanese R&D and manufacturing. Established by the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), R.O.C in 1992, the symbol of Taiwan Excellence is recognized by 101 countries. 

Sponsored by the Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT), MOEA

The Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT) under the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), R.O.C. is responsible for implementing policies and regulations governing foreign trade and economic cooperation. Established in January 1969, BOFT's role and position have evolved to reflect the ever-changing international economic and trade environments. BOFT has guided and collaborated with the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) in numerous promotional trade projects and activities both internationally and domestically. Having worked closely with TAITRA for decades, BOFT continues to commission TAITRA for various critical government projects relating to business, trade and investment, while promoting Taiwan internationally.

Organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA)

Founded in 1970 to help promote foreign trade, the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is Taiwan’s foremost non-profit, semi-governmental trade promotion organization. Jointly sponsored by the government, industry associations and several commercial organizations, TAITRA assists Taiwanese businesses and manufacturers in strengthening their international competitiveness and dealing with foreign market challenges. TAITRA boasts a well-coordinated trade promotion and information network of over 1,200 international marketing specialists stationed throughout its Taipei headquarters and 50 overseas offices worldwide. Together with its sister organizations, the Taiwan Trade Center (TTC) and the Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC), TAITRA has created a wealth of trade opportunities through effective promotion strategies.

VIRTUAL REALITY GALAGA FEVER DEBUTS AT THE GARAGE IN CITY OF DREAMS MANILA

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City of Dreams Manila launches “VR Swarm Shooting Galaga Fever,” a virtual reality shooting experience as its latest VR Zone activity produced by Japan’s Bandai Namco Amusement Inc., one of the world’s leading video digital entertainment development companies. The newest activity at The Garage VR Zone, which is situated at the walkway of The Shops at the Boulevard at the upper ground, leading to The Garage VR Zone and food park is now available. 

Celebrating its 38th anniversary, “Galaga” is considered a classic video game masterpiece and one of the most popular arcade video games since it was first released in the 1980s. Taking on a new and exhilarating format as “VR Swarm Shooting Galaga Fever,” the game is set to deliver an action-packed, multi-sensory, and startling hyper-realistic experience through the top-of-class VR technology of Bandai Namco group.

“We are committed to provide compelling attractions for families and friends of different generations, so that they can all come together to The Garage and share a fun, memorable, and elevated virtual reality experience with the introduction of “VR Swarm Shooting Galaga Fever” and other VR activities. It’s an honor for City of Dreams Manila to strengthen its partnership with Bandai Namco Amusement Inc. to continue to raise the standard of innovative and state of the art entertainment,” COD Manila Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President Kevin Benning stated.

Up to two participants can play the latest VR attraction. Players will be provided with VR goggles and a VR gun, as they play atop an elevator that will take them 150 meters into the atmosphere, where they have to shoot down as many swarming alien attackers from Galaga as they can. The battle ends if the elevator crashes down or if the players fail to evade and be hit even once by the Giant Galaga’s beam.

The Garage also features another new thrilling VR experience, the Winged Bicycle. The two VR experiences by Bandai Namco group are the latest addition to The Garage’s popular VR activities: Mario Kart Arcade GP VR, Ski Rodeo and Hospital Escape Terror.

Winged Bicycle, which can be played by up to four individuals, enables players to experience the thrill of flight through riding the pedal-powered Winged Bicycle. Players have to pedal with their legs, and fly over soaring mountain surfaces, plunge through waterfalls, and dodge rocky cliffs along the way in order to reach the floating castle within a certain time limit to win.

VR enthusiasts and their families and friends also get to enjoy The Garage’s gastronomic offerings at its food park, comprised of carefully curated food trucks and trailers: Hokkaido Ramen Santouka, Katsu Sora, Pink’s Hotdog, Little Flour, El Chupacabra, Pizza Grigliata, Farmacy, Chocol8, The Roaster, and Juiced.

The Garage VR Zone and food park is set in a 2,714-square meter cool and comfortable space located at the integrated resort’s upper ground floor. It puts into spotlight a new generation entertainment using top of class VR technology operated by Bandai NamcoAmusement, and stands out with its modern industrial interiors catering to a 563-seating capacity.

On Sundays to Thursdays, the VR Zone is open from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m., food outlets at 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and The Roaster at 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and on Fridays to Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m., the food outlets at 10 a.m. to 12 a.m., and The Roaster at 8 a.m. to 12 a.m.

Single VR activity ticket is at Php 380; while packages are available for those playing in pairs or groups: Php 700 for two persons playing Ski Rodeo or Galaga Fever; and Php 1, 300 for a group of four playing Mario Kart Arcade GP VR, Hospital Escape Terror or Winged Bicycle. For those who want to avail of three or five activities, the ticket prices are Php 1, 300 and Php 1, 650 respectively.

For inquiries, call 800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com or visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com.

Rapoo Philippines' new lineup of VPRO gamers gadgets!

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Gamers in the Philippines finally have a new choice. To choose something better and more affordable for their gaming needs.

Rapoo Philippines is bringing a new lineup of VPRO gaming peripherals to the market this September 2018 that is a result of Rapoo’s great advantage of vertical integration of design, R&D and manufacturing that provides professional and affordable gaming peripherals. 

7 new models in 3 gaming peripherals must have segment are entering the Philippine Market.

Gaming Mouse

VPRO is bringing 2 gaming mice into the fray with an entry level model and a mid range model to cater the needs of the casual and serious gamers.

V16 (P695)

Ergonomic design

Designed for ambidextrous use, this mouse prevents unnecessary strain on your hand to enable comfortable grip and pleasant use even during your longest games.

Accurate Navigation

Professional gaming optical engine ensures accurate tracking, anytime, anywhere.

Adjustable real-time DPI button

You can adjust 3 DPI values from 750/1350/2000.

Cool breathing backlight

With cyclical changes for wonderful visual effects.

V280 (P1,320)

Ergonomic design

Your V280 offers you 5 individually customizable buttons to which you can assign a wide range of functions and macros.

Onboard memory, save and play

Built-in memory saves the mouse configuration (macro, DPI setting and breathing light mode) in the game mode. You can play the way you want it, on any computer without the help of any software.

Adjustable real-time DPI button

You can adjust 7 DPI values from 500/750/1000/1250/1500/2000/2500/3000/3250/3500/4000/5000/6000/7000, which is up to 7000DPI. It can meet the accuracy of different screens.

Accurate navigation

Professional gaming optical engine with an image-processing rate of 5300 FPS, 80 inch/s tracking speed and up to 1000 Hz USB report rate ensures perfectly accurate tracking.

LED Multi-color light system with 16 million colors

What does it do? It turns blue, green, or... Your V280 has an LED multi-color light system, which lets you customize the appearance of your mouse in many ways as well as to suit your preferences. The V280 features an APM-lighting mode that reflects your actions per minute with a spectacular light show.

KEYBOARDS

Keyboards are essential to gaming, even more so than mice. That is why Rapoo VPRO is bringing in 4 designs for gamers to choose from.

V500S ALLOY (P1,995)

87 mechanical keys, high-speed response

With mechanical key switches, a single key life of up to 60 million operations, your keyboard is durable.

V500Pro (P2,495)

Individually backlit keys

Mix-colored backlight with adjustable brightness makes your keyboard cooler.

V500RGB ALLOY (P3,195)

Spill-resistant design

Spill-resistant keyboard design, so you do not have to worry about the keyboard malfunctioning after accidental spills.

V700RGB ALLOY (P3,395)

Programmable keys

All keys on the keyboard are programmable (including single keys, combination keys and macro keys) in the game mode. The simplified game operations allow you to always be one step ahead.

Onboard memory, save and play

Built-in memory can save the keyboard configuration file in the game mode. You can play the way you want, on any computer without the help of any software.

Gaming Headset

Besides Mice and Keyboards, having a headset is a must for you to be able to enjoy the game audio anytime without bothering your neighbors.

VH200 (P1,495)

Comfortable design with 16-million- colors breathing light. Professional, adjustable sound modes for a superior gaming audio experience. Hidden noise-cancelling microphones and crystal-clear voice. Ultra-strong and durable materials. Noise-isolating over-ear design with comfortable around-ear design. Lightweight design with headband suspension system for unrivaled comfort.

Rapoo VPRO products are available in the following stores:

Silicon Valley will carry the following models: : 

V16, V28, V500S AL, V500Pro, V700RGB, VH200

SM Megamall

SM Pampanga

SM North Edsa

Glorietta

Festival Mall

SM Manila

SM MOA

SM Cebu

SM Clark

Robinsons Ermita

Complink will carry the following models: 

V16, V28, V500S AL, V500Pro, V700RGB, VH200

Sm North Edsa

Glorietta

SM Robinsons Galleria

MOA

SM Bacoor

PC Express will carry the following models: 

V16, V280, V500S AL, V500 Pro, V500 RGB, VH200

Gilmore Warehouse

PCX desktop SM Fairview

PCX desktop SM North

PCX desktop SM Southmall

Market Market

Ayala Circuit Makati (new brach)

SM Bacoor

Pavilion Lguna

Vistamall bataan

Urdaneta, Pangasinan

About Rapoo

Rapoo was established in 2002. After more than a decade of development, Rapoo has strong R&D capabilities and advanced manufacturing management. Rapoo is winning the favor of many domestic and global customers. Rapoo launched its domestic market strategy in 2007 with the introduction of its own brand - RAPOO. The company adheres to a management philosophy that focuses on ”people-oriented, scientific and technological innovation,” takes meeting customers’ demands as motivation, has built a sound after-sales service system, fully developed multi-channel advantages and achieved a harmonious win-win situation among customers, employees, shareholders, suppliers and partners. Currently, with its expansion in the global market and excellent product quality, Rapoo has won praise from dozens of Chinese and international industry media, and received nearly 100 rewards.

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