Acer Launches Two Windows 10-Powered Desktops for the Holiday Season

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Acer today announced two new desktops powered by Windows 10 available for the holiday season: the sleek 23.8-inch all-in-one PC Aspire U5 Series, and the tiny 1-liter desktop PC Revo Build Series with modular design for easy customization.

Beautiful, Inside and Out

The new Aspire U5 Series (U5-710) all-in-one PC features a sleek chassis of just 37mm, with a small and elegant metal stand. It has a clean profile with the essential I/O ports (HDMI I/O, DC Jack, Ethernet, USB 2.0 and 2 x USB 3.0, TV tuner neatly organized in the back, and the less-used ports and OSD button tucked away under a flap on the side. The back cover of the Aspire U5 has a true-to-life textile finish, made possible by new manufacturing processes with molds created with 3D printing and laser engraving.

The Aspire U5-710 ships with the latest 6th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 and i5 processors, NVIDIA® GeForce® graphics, and up to 16 GB memory providing a smooth experience for all kinds of computing and entertainment purposes. In addition, the Aspire U5-710 features a built-in Intel® RealSense™ Camera with depth-sensing technology, allowing users to scan 3D objects, control the PC with gestures, or create a more lifelike video chat environment. Users can also login to Windows 10 more securely with their own face through Windows Hello support.

“Acer’s innovative All-in-Ones powered by the new 6th Gen Intel Core processor will provide great performance for consumers,” said Kirk Skaugen, Intel senior vice president and general manager, Client Computing Group. “The 6th Gen Intel Core processor is Intel’s best processor ever. Along with the Intel RealSense Camera, Acer is delivering new experiences for gaming, home entertainment and collaboration. Now is a great time to buy a new Acer PC.”

Crystal Clear Audio and Visuals

The Aspire U5-710 features a 10-point multi-touch Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS display, which provides crisp and clear graphics with wide-viewing angles and Flicker-less technology. Dolby Audio and Acer TrueHarmony allow it to fill the room with rich and powerful sound, while Acer Purified.Voice along with dual digital microphones ensures users are heard loud and clear.

Build Your Own Computer

The new Revo Build Series (M1-601) Mini PC takes a modular approach to allow consumers to customize their computer without opening up the chassis. “Blocks” with different features can be easily stacked on top of the base unit, which makes adding functionality as easy as playing with toy blocks. The “Blocks” are connected through pogo pins with magnetic alignment so that there’s no hassle with wires when swapping out modules. The Blocks can also work independently or with other PCs. The Revo Build M1-601 desktop is packaged in a tiny 1 liter chassis with a 125 x 125 mm footprint that takes up minimal space and can be placed almost anywhere.

“Blocks” such as the 500GB/1TB hot-swappable Portable Hard Drive will be available at launch, while a Wireless Power Bank for wireless charging, an Audio Block with speakers and microphones, and other expansion “Blocks” will be rolled out gradually. The base unit comes with a Intel® Pentium® or Intel® Celeron® processor with integrated Intel® HD graphics, while the system memory of up to 8GB DDR4 RAM can be easily upgraded by just loosening one screw.

Pricing and Availability

The Acer Aspire U5-710 will be available in EMEA in October with prices starting at €999. 

The Acer Revo Build M1-601 will be available in EMEA in October with prices starting at €199, and in China in December with prices starting at ¥1,999. 

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To find out about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office or retailer via www.acer.com.

The new products were unveiled today at the next@acer press event at IFA Berlin in Germany, where the company announced its latest devices and solutions for gamers and consumers for the holiday season.

Visit Acer’s booth at IFA 2015 in Messe Berlin (Hall 12/101) or learn about the new product range on acer.com/ifaberlin2015.

Dive Resort Travel (DRT) Show makes waves in the Philippines; Visit DRT Expo at SM Megamall this weekend

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The Dive Resort Travel (DRT) Show, the largest international diving and resort expo in Asia Pacific, has finally reached the Philippine shores after making waves in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Beijing, and Okinawa over the past years.

The DRT Show is considered to be the largest gathering for diving enthusiasts, marine conservationists and anyone with a passion for the underwater world. The DRT Show has been met with an overwhelming response as an important regional event.

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With the Philippine Department of Tourism, the LX Development Group, a premier exhibitions organizer based in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Taiwan,  the DRT Show will run in the country for the first time on September 11 to 13 at the SM Megatrade Hall, Mandaluyong City.

Department of Tourism Undersecretary for Tourism Development Benito C. Bengzon, Jr. at the Diving Resort Travel Show, Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City, September 11, 2015.

The DRT Show Philippines is a ‘must visit' diving destination event as it features top-level exhibitors such as leading dive equipment manufacturers, water sport equipment manufacturers, dive resorts, national tourism organizations (NTOs), as well as marine conservation and diving organizations, providing the latest information, happenings and innovations that will appeal to anyone with a passion for the underwater world. The expo will also include travel trade activities such as a by-invitation-only business-to-business (B2B) meetings between foreign buyers and sellers, a Philippine underwater photo exhibit, plus a five-day post familiarization tour for buyers.

Tieza Assistant COO Jethro Lozada; Department of Tourism Undersecretary for Tourism Development Benito C. Bengzon, Jr.; DRT Show Head Jason Chong; and Tourism Promotions Board COO  Domingo Ramon Enerio III

The DRT Show greatly promote trading and export business and has become the most important and 'MUST VISIT' diving equipment and diving destination event in Asia Pacific, with the top-level exhibitors and leading dive equipment manufacturers, water sport equipment manufacturers, dive resorts, tourism boards, marine conservation and diving organizations.  The DRT Show’s arrival to the country is much anticipated as it brings together diving enthusiasts, marine conservationists, dive industry stakeholders, international dive media as well as national tourism organization NTOs; which will greatly help heighten global awareness about the Philippines as one of Asia’s best diving destinations.

Across the Asia Pacific, DRT Shows have been met with an overwhelming response and are now considered highly important regional events promoting trading and export business. Each year, LX Development Group organizes 4 diving and resort exhibitions, generating a total of 600 exhibitors from 48 countries, and more than 50,000 registered visitors from 56 countries.

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The DRT Show is the only professional dive exhibition in the region supported the by General Administration of Sport of China (HR Resources Development Center), China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Guangdong Vocational Institute of Sport, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT), Tourism Promotions Board Philippines (TPBP), Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), Okinawa Prefecture Government, Okinawa Convention & Visitor Bureau (OCVB), Japan Recreational Diving Association (JRDA), Japan Wetsuits Manufacturers Association (JWMA), and Japan Scuba Association (JSA).

Don’t miss the chance to take part in this pioneering dive and resort travel event. 

For more information, please check out the website - http://www.divingandresorttravelexpo.com/ or direct queries to Wen Sorioso of DOT Dive-MDG at 459-5200, loc. 520 or e-mail at phdiveteam@gmail.com.

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SM Prime Wins Gold Award for China Mall

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SM Supermalls Senior Vice President (fourth from right) Steven Tan receives the Mall China Golden Mall Award on behalf of SM. With Mr. Tan are the other winners and the presenter (first from right) Michael Lloyd, Chairman of The TOMLIK Group.

Property conglomerate SM Prime Holdings, Inc. received the prestigious Mall China Golden Mall Awards 2015 Commercial Asset Management Company Gold Award for its first mall in China, SM City Xiamen/SM Lifestyle Center, located at the Fujian Province.

Only eight companies were given the prestigious gold award during the 13th Annual Conference of Mall China International Symposium hosted by China Shopping Center Development Association (Mall China), an annual gathering of major shopping malls and retailers in China.

“On behalf of SM, I would like to express gratitude to our valued partners and loyal customers. Without your continued support, SM will not thrive in China, among the world’s largest retail markets. We maintain to drive retail service as our main backbone, with an aim to create an environment people can call their second home,” SM Supermalls Senior Vice President Steven Tan said.

The awarding ceremony was held on September 4, 2015 in Shenzhen,China. Mall China highly recognized SM Prime’s insight and expertise into retail, commercial real estate and shopping center development in China. SM Xiamen was also voted number 1 in WeChat, a popular messaging service in China.

This is the sixth time since 2011that SM Prime has been recognized by Mall China. 

Mr. Tan, for his part, received the 2015 International Professional Leader Award for his insight into retail, commercial real estate, and shopping center industry in China, as well as for promoting and giving significant guidance on development strategy.

SM opened its first mall in China, SM City Xiamen in 2001 with a gross floor area (GFA) of 128,203 square meters. In 2009, the upscale SM Lifestyle Center in Xiamen was opened with a GFA of 109,922 sqm. In 2013, the SM Skywalk was launched, linking SM Xiamen and SM Lifestyle Center, providing more convenience to customers.In the last two years, SM Xiamen and SM Lifestyle Center offered WiFI services, increased parking lots, added facilities for persons with special needs and a nursery room for mothers, installed LED facilities and an intelligent parking system all aimed toward a better customer experience. Aside from these, SM also upgraded the brands inside the mall.

Established in 2002, Mall China is the first non-profit organization in Mainland China catering to China’s retail property sector. It is likewise the largest shopping center retail organization in China. It has 700 corporate members of investors, developers, operators, retailers and relevant service agencies. 

Mall China established the Golden Mall Awards to promote the best malls and encourage enterprises which have made outstanding contributions to the development of the shopping mall industry. Golden Mall Awards recognize and evaluate recent opening or under-construction projects. 

Travel with peace of mind with Citi Credit Cards and Malayan Insurance’s Travel Master

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This year, Citi Credit Cards marked its 25th anniversary of providing best-in-class products and services to its more than one million cardholders in the Philippines. To celebrate the milestone, Citi launched the “My Unforgettable Story” campaign, designed to reward 15 lucky winners with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, most of which include opportunities to travel to exciting locations across the globe.

“Travel is one of the passions of our cardholders, and we see this across our different card products, not just in our travel cards,” said David Stoughton, Credit Payment Products Head for Citi in the Philippines. “And when it comes to travel offers, we are committed to provide generous discounts to our cardholders for travel tickets, hotels, even tour packages. But we also understand the importance of travel protection, and that’s where Travel Master Plan comes in handy.”

As exploring new destinations and making unforgettable memories with loved ones are among the exciting perks of being a Citi cardholder, it is possible for cardholders to enjoy peace of mind when they go on a trip, thanks to travel insurance coverage that’s available for as low as P275 per trip!

Made possible through Malayan Insurance’s Travel Master Plan, Citi cardholders can enjoy a wide range of benefits, Travel Inconvenience Benefit such as loss or baggage delay, Travel Assistance Benefits care of Assist America, and other value added features.

What’s more, Citi cardholders also get to enjoy free extended coverage, depending on the duration of their trip: get 1 day coverage for free when you apply for the premium plan of up to 15 days travel. Or, get 2 days free for a premium plan of up to 60 travel days and 3 days free for up to 90 days travel. 

To avail of this offer, simply visit www.ctravel.malayan.com, fill out the application form, click purchase and pay using your Citi card. Travel Master offers an array of premium plan options to meet your needs. Apply for one for your upcoming trips and pay for as low as P275 that covers up to 4 travel days. Premium will be charged directly to your designated Citi Credit Card upon application. 

Citi cardholders who sign up also enjoy these exclusive privileges: disability coverage of up to P1,000,000 or accidental loss of life for you or your beneficiary; up to P2,500,000 worth of cash assistance in case of emergency medical treatment or hospital confinement; and travel inconvenience coverage in case of unforeseen events such as loss or delayed baggage, loss of travel documents, delayed flights, or trip cancellation.

Travel smart and have a worry-free trip with Citi Credit Cards and Travel Master Plan.

Travel Master is underwritten by Malayan Insurance Company Inc. and brokered by Citicorp Financial Services & Insurance Brokerage Phils., Inc. (CFSI). All insurance applications are subject to Malayan Insurance's underwriting and acceptance.

For more information on this and other exclusive offers available to Citi cardholders, log on to www.citibank.com.ph.

Tupperware Brands Philippines Supports the 2015 World Vision Run

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For the 4th time in a row, Tupperware Brands Philippines supported World Vision Philippines in its annual running event aimed to raise funds for its Child Sponsorship Program. The huge and anticipated event spearheaded by World Vision Philippines kicked off recently at the SM Mall of Asia Grounds, with race categories ranging from 21k, 10k, 5k, 3k, and even a 500 m dash for kids. The Mall of Asia Grounds was packed and bore witness to the support of thousands of health enthusiasts, as well as partners and supporters of World Vision’s advocacy.

Since 2012, Tupperware Brands Philippines has pledged its support to World Vision’s advocacy. In fact, on their 19th anniversary, the company supported a total of 100 children in honor of its 100 outlet stores all over the country. “Tupperware Brands supports World Vision’s goal to have every child live life to the fullest while promoting an active lifestyle at the same time. Tupperware’s products uphold freshness for wellness, which is very complimentary to the activities of the event,” Mr. Jun Pangilinan, Tupperware Brands Philippines’ President and Managing Director, shares. 

Since its introduction in 1966, Tupperware has been changing lives of Filipinos across the nation. “One way in which we celebrate touching and transforming lives, no matter what age or generation, is by teaming up with World Vision Philippines. Through raising awareness on the ways to support those in need, to keep fit, and to be ready for natural calamities, we can help create happier and healthier families,” Mr. Pangilinan adds.

The event started early for the runners, including Mr. Pangilinan himself who ran in the 21k race category. The program was injected with other fun activities including a Zumbathon, exciting raffle prizes, and a mini concert with the Perkins twins, Tippy Dos Santos, and Tricia Garcia

Tupperware Brands Philippines has always been committed to their promise to provide better brands for a better life, and through the business opportunity, help individuals live the life that they deserve. With their ongoing support and partnership with World Vision Philippines, Tupperware Brands Philippines is surely on the right track in changing lives for the better.