Acer appoints Techtron Systems Corp. as new partner to help grow Commercial business unit

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Manuel Wong, Managing Director of Acer Philippines, Inc., explains to the audience the extent of the partnership between Acer and Techtron Systems Corporation, the local tech titan's new Commercial business partner. Techtron was appointed by Acer to help explore and grow other business areas, particularly in the provinces, and continue to strengthen Acer's presence in the government and academe.

Local IT industry leader Acer Philippines continues to expand its horizon in the commercial sector with the appointment of Techtron Systems Corporation as its newest partner.

Acer Philippines, Inc. Managing Director Manuel Wong (left) and Martini Assey Chua, Vice President for Sales and Marketing of Techtron Systems Corporation, during the signing of their partnership agreement recently in Makati City. Under the agreement, Techtron was appointed distributor for Acer's Commercial products to help grow the local tech giant's business in other areas, particularly the small and medium-scale business sector.

The partnership with Techtron came at an opportune time for the tech giant as it aims to grow further its commercial line of computers.

“Techtron had been a very supportive partner ever since. We appreciate their dedication and passion in selling Acer products, especially our Consumer line where they have been a partner since 2007. Now that they are a Commercial business partner of Acer, we look forward to grow with them even further,” says Manuel Wong, Managing Director of Acer Philippines, Inc.

Mr. Wong said they will even work closer with Techtron particularly in exploring business in potential growth sectors such as the small and medium-size businesses in the National Capital Region and in the provinces.

Techtron is an aggressive business partner in selling Acer Consumer products and is a consistent top performer, bagging major awards during past Acer ePinnacle Awards, an annual event where Acer gives recognition to top Acer distributors and dealers.

For his part, Martini Assey Chua, Vice President for Sales and Marketing of Techtron Systems Corp., expressed elation over the appointment. “Since we partnered with them in 2007, we focused solely on selling Acer. That is our philosophy and we value the trust and total support Acer gave us in selling their Consumer line. That’s why we reciprocated that trust by being aggressive in selling Acer products,” Chua said.

To help grow its business and explore other growth areas in the Philippines, local tech giant Acer Philippines, Inc. recently appointed Techtron Systems Corporation as its Commercial Business partner-distributor. Shown in photo during the signing of the partnership agreement were Acer Philippines, Inc. Managing Director Manuel Wong (left) and Martini Assey Chua, Vice President for Sales and Marketing of Techtron Systems Corporation.

Under the partnership agreement with Acer, Chua said that Techtron formed an entirely new team or business unit that will sell the Acer Commercial products. “We want to grow in other business areas aside from the government and the academe, and empower or encourage new dealers to carry the Acer brand.”

For more about Acer Philippines’ innovative products and other updates, go to www.acer.com.ph, follow Acer via Twitter (twitter.com/acerphils) or www.Facebook.com/AcerPH.

Culture Club Featuring Boy George Live in Manila

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Culture Club featuring Boy George Live in Manila on June 17 and 18, 2016 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum presented by Royale Chimes Concerts and Events.

Culture Club is known for smash hits “Do You Really Want To Hurt Me?,” “Time (Clock of the Heart),” “Karma Chameleon,” “Miss Me Blind,” “The War Song,” “Love is Love,” among other chart-toppers. 

Who would have expected that one of the biggest ‘80s pop groups, Boy George and the Culture Club, are back together for a major concert tour? This news doesn’t get much cooler for all their Filipino fans with the announcement of a Philippine Leg slated on June 17 and 18, 8PM at the Araneta Coliseum. As the title of their song says, “It’s A Miracle”!

Formed in 1981 in London, Culture Club achieved worldwide success in the Eighties, scoring three Top Ten U.S. hits from their debut album, Kissing to Be Clever, and becoming the first group to hit that milestone since the Beatles.

Composed of Boy George (lead vocals), Jon Moss (drums), Mikey Craig (bassist) and Roy Hay (guitar), Culture Club rode a wave of pop hits and sold more than 10 million copies of their album Colour By Numbers and captured the Grammy Award for Best New Artist. The said album is included in Rolling Stone’s 100 Best Albums of the 1980s.

The band broke up in 1986 and got back together in 1998. Their last album, Don’t Mind If I Do, was released in 1999. In November 2014 the band released “More Than Silence”, their first single from their upcoming album called Tribes, expected for release this year.

“There wouldn’t be any point in doing it if it wasn’t everybody. I think when bands try to come together and they got like a different singer or a different drummer, it’s never quite the same. There’s a kind of magic about those four people that created the band,” says the flamboyant Boy George about Culture Club’s reunion.

After all these years, Culture Club has not missed a beat! The group kicked off with their tour last year and their fans are really happy to see them back on stage.

Boy George, who is now regularly seen as a judge in The Voice U.K., is excited to perform for their Filipino fans. He expects it to be one big party and a celebration of one’s individuality.

George said, “We’re rewriting the story of Culture Club. This concert tour will be a new chapter and will definitely be part of the band’s history. And we’d like all our supporters, fans, and everyone to be part of that story.”

Culture Club Featuring Boy George is a must-watch concert as it happens live for the first time in Manila, presented by Royale Chimes Concert & Events Inc. Tickets are now on sale at Ticketnet (911-5555). For more info, call (0918) 497-2121 and (0906) 418-0786.

Culture Club is known for smash hits “Do You Really Want To Hurt Me?,” “Karma Chameleon,” “Miss Me Blind,” “The War Song,” “Love is Love,” among other chart-toppers. The group achieved worldwide success in the Eighties, scoring three Top Ten U.S. hits from their debut album, Kissing to Be Clever, and becoming the first group to hit that milestone since the Beatles.

“Do You Really Want To Hurt Me?

“Karma Chameleon”

Ticket Prices:

Patron A – P15,000

Patron B – P13,500

Patron C – P10,500

Box – P5,500

Upper Box – P3,500

Gen Ad – P2,000

Here's something special for Globe customers, New fitness app KFIT designed to discover and plan wellness goals

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Globe customers get special rates to start planning and booking fitness activities

Have you ever had those moments that you wanted to hit the gym or go to a yoga class but you just don’t know where to go or you feel that you don’t have the time? You can say goodbye to those moments because the solution is just between your fingertips and your mobile phone.

A start-up that is bound to change the fitness industry, KFit helps you discover, plan, and reserve fitness, beauty and wellness activities near you, anytime. Once you have the app on your device, it automatically gives access to a huge variety of activities that suit your needs, whether you want to relax at a spa, pamper yourself with a new haircut or go for a workout at a studio near you. You can choose to purchase individual fitness, beauty and spa activities, or opt for the KFit Pass, which entitles 10 fitness activities per month at only PH999.

In addition to conventional gyms and studios, KFit also gives customers access to a wider choice of fitness facilities including badminton and tennis courts as well as swimming pools. This eliminates repetitive fitness workouts. It lets you discover new fitness locations, and at the same time learn about the perfect activity for your busy schedule.

With KFIT, plan ahead and even discover new work outs around your area. One KFIT’s partners is L!FE YOGA at Bonifacio Global City, Taguig

“As KFit continues to gain popularity, it goes to show that lifestyle apps change our awareness and access to fitness and health. As Globe partners with this latest fitness app, we want our customers to have the advantage over KFit’s large number of service providers that includes a wide selection of amazing fitness studios, gyms, and sports facilities, beauty salons, and spas. And the best part about KFit is that it is available in nine cities across Asia Pacific. You can stay active even while you are traveling for holiday or business across different locations,” shares Dan Horan, Globe Senior Advisor for Consumer Business.

KFIT also has a fitness pass feature where you get 10 passes to a variety of fitness activities for only P999 each month. And for a limited time only, Globe customers who use or download the KFIT app can key in the code TAKEMETHERE to get P400 of the first month. The promo is valid until August 2016.

To get you started, Globe and KFit is giving Php400 off the Fitness Pass for every new sign-up exclusive to Globe customers. You just need to key in the promo code “TAKEMETHERE” in the “Promo Code” field provided. Each promo code has its value in its respective currency, and can only be used in that particular country. The promo code is valid until August 2016.

To learn more about KFit and how you can start setting your fitness goals, visit www.Kfit.com or download the KFit app.

For more information on Globe and its latest products and services, visit www.globe.com.ph.

Epson Philippines unveils the state-of-the-art S-Series Signage Printers at the Graphic Expo 2016

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The newly-unveiled Epson SC-S60670 Signage Printer showcased in the recent Graphic Expo 2016 inside the SMX Convention Center in Manila from 2 to 4 June 2016. With the most creative and talented professionals in the country all gathered together and over 100 corporate exhibitors showcased the latest innovations in different fields including printing and imaging in the three-day event.

With global technology leader dedicated to connecting people, things and information with its original efficient, compact and precision technologies, Epson Philippines as one of the major sponsors of the Graphic Expo 2016, the event unveiled the newest S-Series signage printers, as well as a showcase of Epson’s latest products. 

The Epson SureColorTM S-Series printers are Epson’s latest high-performance roll-to-roll eco-solvent signage printers with new technological advancements. Its extensive features include the high-performance PrecisionCoreTM TFP printhead that delivers output quality at high speed, a new Print Mode that improves image quality by reducing visible banding, and an auto media adjustment system that ensures great ease on every task.

In addition to showcasing Epson’s latest products in action through the live demonstration, Epson also explained the benefits of owning an Epson S-Series signage printer through product talks held during the event. 

“We’re definitely happy to be a part of the Graphic Expo 2016 because we believe this event is truly an avenue where long-time entrepreneurs, artists, aspiring business owners and even technology aficionados all come together. All our S-Series signage printers are able to withstand the most demanding tasks and in the long run, also allow business owners to lower overhead costs. Customers not only get quality Epson products but also experience Epson’s brand of customer service with every purchase,” shared Pamela Albar, head of Epson Philippines Corporation’s Commercial & Industrial Printers business. 

Along with the newly-launched S-series printer, other Epson products were also showcased during the Graphic Expo 2016. Photography aficionados were particularly amazed by the capabilities and highly-detailed output of the SC-P7000 while retail enthusiasts were impressed by the efficiency and speed of the SC-F9270 textile printer. 

The new S-Series signage printers that were presented during the Graphic Expo 2016 are now available in the Philippines. 

The SC-S40670 retails for Php910,000.00, while the SC-S60670 is priced at Php1,220,000.00, and the SC-S80670 is Php1,330,000.00.

Discover Weekly Reaches Nearly 5 Billion Tracks Streamed Since Launch Over 40 million users have tuned in to listen to Discover Weekly on Spotify

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Spotify, the world’s most popular music streaming service, shares that over 40 million users love Discover Weekly, with nearly 5 billion tracks streamed since it launched in June 2015 

Updated every Monday morning, Discover Weekly gives users the best-ever music recommendations, tailored specifically to what users listen to, and delivered as a weekly mixtape of awesome, completely personalized music. Now everyone has a reason to look forward to Mondays! 

Here’s a look at how Spotify users are keeping their listening fresh with Discover Weekly: 

• More than half of all Discover Weekly listeners come back the following week. 
• More than half of all Discover Weekly listeners stream at least 10 tracks from each week. 
• More than half of Discover Weekly listeners go on to save at least one song to their own playlist. 
• Discover Weekly is most popular among 25-34 age group, closely followed by the 55+ age group. 
• The top three genres streamed from Discover Weekly since its launch are (1) pop, (2) indietronica, and (3) indie pop. 
• Discover Weekly is not just about giving listeners personalized music; it is also about benefiting artists and helping them to get discovered. Half of the listeners of over 8,000 artists come from Discover Weekly; artists like BØRNS and Halsey were discovered by over a million new listeners through Discover Weekly.

Other artists like Transviolet, Tasty Treat, and Safakash – all of whom have over half their monthly listeners coming from Discover Weekly – have used that bump to meaningfully grow their fanbase.

In the Philippines, the most streamed artist on Discover Weekly are Boyce Avenue, Jasmine Thomspon, Austin Mahone, and Travis Atreo to name a few.

A billion thank yous to all the music fans who have made Discover Weekly a phenomenon. Spotify couldn’t be more excited about all of the music being discovered, listened to, and shared every day through Discover Weekly. 

Here’s to Mondays and to even more music discovery. Remember, the more tunes streamed, the better Discover Weekly gets! 

For more listening pleasure, check out the all-time top tracks listened to most on Discover Weekly.

About Spotify

Spotify is an award-winning digital music service that gives you on-demand access to over 30 million tracks. Our dream is to make all the world’s music available instantly to everyone, wherever and whenever you want it. Spotify makes it easier than ever to discover, manage and share music with your friends, while making sure that artists get a fair deal. 

Spotify is now available in 58 markets globally with more than 75 million active users, and over 20 million paying subscribers. 

Since its launch in Sweden in 2008, Spotify has driven more than US$3bn to rights holders. Spotify is now the second biggest source of digital music revenue for labels in Europe, and the biggest and most successful music streaming service of its kind globally. 

www.spotify.com