“Change.Move.Achieve: Moving forward through Social Media” - AFP all geared up for 3rd Social Media Summit on July 15

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The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is all set to hold its 3rd Social Media Summit on July 15, 2016 at the AFP Theater in Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.

Spearheaded by Media and Civil Affairs Group (MCAG) and Civil-Military Operations School (CMO School) of the Civil Relations Service of the AFP (CRSAFP), the conference now on its 3rd year is scheduled to tackle current social media trends and issues as a tool to further enhance online engagement within the Armed Forces and key partner organizations.

With this year’s theme: “Change.Move.Achieve: Moving forward through Social Media”, the Summit is aimed at boosting and synergizing AFP’s online initiatives and strengthening nationalism and public service awareness through social media networks.

This one-day conference will cover issues on getting the most out of social media networks and its capabilities in nation building and how to utilize its potential and its relevance to the Philippine society in stewarding and synergizing online reputation management and strengthening nationalism and public service awareness through online presence.

One of the main topics that will be discussed is how did social media shape and affect the 2016 Philippine National Elections.

LTC MICHAEL T AQUINO (INF) PA, MCAG Commander, CRSAFP said: “We have been feeling the power of Social Media in recent years. We saw how Social Media technology has created an impact on the lives of many Filipinos even in the 2016 Philippine National Elections. With its fast-paced advancements and developments, it is high time for all of us, not only the AFP, to move forward through Social Media and utilize its power to achieve our personal and organizational goals.”

More than 1,200 participants (30% AFP, 20% PNP/BJMP/BFP, 30% from the public audience which includes students, working public, and academe, and 20% from other government agencies) are expected to attend this conference.

The event is co-presented by Smart Communications and HAIER Philippines. These organizations share the same value on the importance of social media in promoting the goals of their organizations.

“We have been part of the AFP’s social media summit since the beginning.  Not only because we are a partner of the AFP, but more importantly we share the AFP’s strategy of a connecting and engaging our stakeholders.  As more and more Filipinos connect to the Internet and with a new Administration in place, the 3rd AFP Social Media Summit could potentially be a powerful tool for developing the value of nationalism,” said Wo Rosete, Head of Public Affairs at Smart Communications. 

Invited participants in the conference include information officers from various units of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Department of National Defense, the Philippine National Police, academic institutions and other government organizations and agencies. Non-government and civil-society organizations will also be invited.

BGEN RHODERICK M PARAYNO AFP, COMMANDER, CRSAFP said: “With about 50% of Filipinos actively engaging in Social Media networks and the enormous number of people around the world, the Internet has become not just an efficient tool for disseminating information but it has also become the most important venue for connecting to those we in the AFP serve. The 3rd AFP Social Media Summit will tackle how we can optimize the power of Social Media to connect for change while we actively move forward to achieve the AFP’s organizational goals related to public service.”

The 3rd AFP Social Media Summit will provide participants the opportunity to get insights on:

• Content Marketing and Social Media Benchmarks
• Organizing and Mobilizing Online Community
• Going Viral: Lessons for Creating Stories with Impact
• Bridging Generation Gaps and Social Media
• Shaping National Issues through Social Media
• Social Media and Countering Violent Extremism

The summit is open to all interested parties who want to know more about trends, developments and issues in Social Media, the effect of Social Media in organizations, and best practices in utilizing Social Media in spreading useful information to intended audience, among others. Interested parties may contact: 09265540787.

Event partners include Ardent Communications, DWDD Katropa Radio 1134 kHz, AFP General Insurance, AFP Theater, ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative, and PNP Police Community Relations Group.

Media partners include Philippine Bloggers Network, Llamadista TV, StyleList, Inquire.net, Newsbytes.ph, techTV.ph, TechBeat.ph, DigitalFilipina.com, and Spice.ph.

More information about the 3rd AFP Social Media Summit can be accessed at http://AFPSocialMediaSummit.dwdd.com.ph/.

Connect with AFP Social Media Summit on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/afpsms.

Rainy Day Beats and Backup with the Ekowave and Ekopack Luna!

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Ekotek is serving up double the fun with the Ekopack Luna and Ekowave! 

Get more out of your day by charging up with the first power bank of its kind in the Philippines. Ride the soundwaves with a pair of headphones that sound and feel great, not just for the ears but also for your pocket! 

Ekopack Luna

Our newest Ekopack is sure to brighten your day! 

With a one-of-a-kind design, it functions as both an LED lamp and a backup for your gadgets. A unique shake feature indicates the charging power left in your Luna and to see it, just give your Ekopack Luna a shake!

With 7500 mAh of power a dual-charging capacity, it'll be sure to keep you (and a friend) going through the day. All encased in a stylish white and chrome case, the Ekopack Luna is functional as it is fashionable.

SPECS:

Capacity: 7500mAh

Input: DC 5V/2A

Output 1: DC5V/1A

SRP: 1199

Ekowave

Ride the sound waves like a pro with the Ekowave! 

It can take the heat like a pro-headphone with an impedance of 32 Ohms. This means that can you plug the EkoWave in to your favorite mobile gadgets, and even use it with professional audio equipments such as amplifiers and mixers without worrying about blowing it out.

Aside from the built-in comfort cushions around its earpads, EkoWave's equally-comfy headband can be custom fit with its built-in adjuster for anti head-bobbing accidents.

SPECS:

Speaker Size: 40mm

Sensitivity: 102dB±3dB

Impedance: 32Ω

Frequency Response : 20Hz to 20KHZ

Cord Length: Approx. 1.5m

Plug Type: 3.5mm Stereo

Microphone: 6×5.0MM 

Sensitivity: -58dB±3dB

SRP: 999

Catch our Ekopack Luna and Ekowave at our kiosks in SM North Edsa the Annex, SM Megamall, SM Pampanga, as well as selected Office Warehouse, Astrovision, and iStudio branches. We're also chillin over at IGIG in Greenhills Promenade. See you there!

Epson Philippines reveals latest printers in Print & Label in Cebu

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Epson Philippines Corporation officially unveils its S-Series signage printers in Print & Label, Cebu 2016. The SureColorTM S-Series printers are Epson’s latest high-performance roll-to-roll eco-solvent signage printers with new technological advancements. The event held  from 30 June to 2 July at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino in Cebu.

This line’s features include the high-performance PrecisionCoreTM TFP printhead that provides 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 any task. Among these is the Epson SureColor SC-S60670. The SC-S60670 incorporates the latest Epson printing technologies that allow high-volume printing with minimal downtime through its advance features.

Engineered with the industrial setting in mind, the Epson SureColor SC-T5270  also was showcased at the event. The T5270 ensures that every user is able to print with exquisite quality and precision. With its PrecisionCore technology, line placement is accurate to within +/-0.1%, ensuring that graphics come out as envisioned by the user. 

The Epson F-series printers were also highlights at the event - The SureColor SC-F6270 and the SureColor SC-F2000 printers are both set to redefine textile printing. The SC-F6270 is designed for sheet production, ideal for short-volume dye-sublimation transfer printing of custom clothing, soft signage, merchandise and even hard surface work. For the technology-inclined visitors, the SC-F2000’s digital t-shirt printing technology makes garment printing more efficient and easier than it ever was. 

And lastly, photography aficionados who want to make an income out of their prints witnessed the SureLab SL-D700 up close. The SL-D700 can print high-quality photos of up to one meter in length. Also, the SL-D700 is Epson's first 6-colour compact photo production printer with inkjet technology. It utilizes Epson’s Micro Piezo printhead and image processing technology which all make for the vivid quality on photos, cards, art reproductions and other quality print products.

“We are truly grateful to officially launch our S-Series Signage printers here at the Print & Label, Cebu 2016 since this event is the perfect avenue for our products to reach professionals here in Cebu City”, shared Pamela Albar, head of Epson Philippines Corporation’s Commercial & Industrial Printers business. “Epson Philippines is proud to be a part of this trade event as this is our way of strengthening our relationship with business leaders in the region who continue to support our products”, she added. 

The Print & Label, Cebu 2016 is a major event where companies showcased advanced machineries, technologies, and services that trade buyers and industry leaders can use for their business. This event also serves as a one-stop shop for companies to discover new markets, learn more about the latest innovations and generate better brand awareness.

Catch Crwn, Up Dharma Down, Nathan Sykes, Autotelic, Aegis and Ely Buendia as Smart Music Live kicks off stellar concert series starting July 14

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To celebrate and break even more barriers when it comes to going digital, Smart Communications presents to its subscribers a free concert on July 14 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum featuring some of the country’s most exciting artists. 

Dubbed as Smart Music Live, the concert features Crwn, Up Dharma Down, Nathan Sykes, Autotelic, Aegis and Ely Buendia.

“Smart Music Live is just the tip of the iceberg because there’s an entire roster of international acts to witness and experience in the coming months if you’re a Smart subscriber. This July 14 music fusion signals a series of live concerts, up close and personal experiences because we know that music is one of the pillars of digital entertainment alongside videos, movies, TV serials and gaming—all of these and more are now part of the digital habit of our consumers,” said Kat Luna-Abelarde, FVP and Head of Wireless Consumer Operations for Smart.

Crwn is a music producer, composer and beatmaker who has collaborated with Filipino artists like singer Jess Connelly. On the other hand, Up Dharma Down is a Filipino band which was featured by Time magazine in 2007. The group describes its sound as its own, based on elements from different genres. With Armi Millare as lead singer, Up Dharma Down's music is enjoyed by music lovers of all ages.

Nathan Sykes may be known for being part of the British boyband The Wanted but he is now a solo artist and songwriter with a top single "Kiss Me Quick" to his credit while Autotelic is a homegrown Filipino group popular for its dance rock tunes.

Who doesn't know Aegis and Ely Buendia? Aegis, with sister Juliet and Mercy on vocals, has inspired the hit musical Rak of Aegis. The group's songs, including "Halik," "Luha" and Basang Basa Sa Ulan," are Filipino sentimental favorites. Ely Buendia, formerly lead vocalist of the band Eraserheads, is considered one of the most prolific songwriters of his generation. 

Selena Gomez, Panic! At The Disco, Shawn Mendes next

Upcoming Smart Music Live events include Selena Gomez’s forthcoming Manila concert on July 31, In the Mix concert featuring The 1975, Third Eye Blind and Panic! At The Disco + James Bay, Elle King and Twin Pines live at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on August 18. Finally, Shawn Mendes holds his Manila concert in October.

“We recently launched the Smart Life app where Smart users can now easily access their passions, including music, with ease. And since Smart Life is bringing the entire music experience with you, anywhere you go, Smart Music Live on the other hand, brings subscribers right where music happens and up close with your favorite local and foreign artists.” said Luna-Abelarde.

Claim your free tickets now 

Smart Postpaid and Smart Bro subscribers only need to show their statement of account to get two (2) patron tickets while Smart Prepaid and Smart Bro Prepaid users need to load up Php 100 to get a pair of tickets. 

Ticket distribution starts today, July 9 at the following Smart stores: SM Mall of Asia, Gateway Mall, SM North EDSA, Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Magnolia and Festival Mall.

For more details, http://smart.com.ph/Pages/musiclive.

Cholesterol incidence in PH on the rise, Del Monte Heart Smart and PATACSI address and raise awareness on the rising incidence of high cholesterol in the country

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Del Monte Philippines, Inc. (DMPI), a leading producer of pineapple and other food products with Del Monte Heart Smart and PATACSI partner to help address and raise awareness on the rising incidence of high cholesterol in the country held a conference held last July 8, 2016 in Crowne Plaza Galleria.

The number of Filipinos with high levels of cholesterol has greatly increased, results from the 8th National Nutrition Survey show. In 2008, 31.3% or 1 in 3 Filipino adults had borderline to high cholesterol. The latest survey in 2013 by the Department of Science and Technology’s Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI), however, shows that the prevalence has alarmingly spiked to 1 in 2 Filipino adults. The FNRI’s latest data reveals that 46.9% of Filipinos aged 20 and up today have borderline to high cholesterol. 

“The rising prevalence of high total cholesterol today is alarming. We need to make people more aware of the situation and do something about it” said Dr. Imelda Angeles-Agdeppa, Assistant Scientist from the FNRI. “Having high cholesterol levels means being subject to greater risk of heart disease and other illnesses. A switch to a healthier lifestyle is a major step in keeping these diseases at bay.”

Some top factors likely leading to the increase in cholesterol levels include poor dietary choices, stress, and physical inactivity. Experts also link high levels of cholesterol to the top non-communicable disease (NCD) killers in the Philippines which include diabetes, chronic respiratory disease and cardiovascular diseases. Cardiovascular diseases alone account for 170,000 deaths in the Philippines each year, making it the leading cause of mortality among Filipinos.

Curbing cholesterol levels

As a response to this major health issue on high cholesterol in the country, Del Monte launched Heart Smart 100% Pineapple Juice and Orange Juice Drink with Reducol, which is an ingredient that is clinically proven to help lower cholesterol. Studies have shown that plant sterols and stanols, the main components of Reducol, significantly lowered bad cholesterol levels among clinical trial participants. The Philippine Association of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeons (PATACSI), the specialty organization of all certified thoracic and cardiovascular surgeons in the Philippines, is partnering and supporting Del Monte in this advocacy to increase awareness and help prevent the continuous rise of cholesterol in the country.

According to Mr. David Peele, President of Avoca Inc. and makers of Reducol, “based on various clinical studies conducted, Reducol has been proven to be safe and effective in lowering cholesterol levels.” 

In the Philippines, Del Monte Heart Smart is the only Reducol-fortified food product or drink, containing 1 g of US-FDA approved Reducol per serving. Based on the results of clinical studies, two servings of Del Monte Heart Smart per day may help reduce cholesterol levels in eight weeks.

Healthy lifestyle still the key

Benedict Ong, Assistant Product Manager for Del Monte 100% pineapple juice

Though Del Monte Heart Smart with Reducol reduces cholesterol levels, a healthy lifestyle remains vital to optimize benefits. 

“To best manage cholesterol, it is still important to have a healthy regimen which includes a healthy diet and constant exercise” said PATACSI President Dr. Michael Baccay. A diet consisting of fruits and vegetables, whole grain, fat-free and low-fat milk products, fish, legumes (beans), and lean skinless meats can help prevent spikes in cholesterol. 

JOINT EFFORTS AGAINST BAD CHOLESTEROL 

Del Monte Philippines Inc hosted on July 8 a symposium on the management of rising bad cholesterol levels among Filipinos. The symposium took place during the 56th Foundation Day of Del Monte’s partner, the Philippine Association of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeons’ (PATACSI). Among the symposium’s speakers and panelists are (from left) Dr. Michael Baccay, PATACSI President; Dr. Imelda Angeles-Agdeppa, Assistant Scientist from the Department of Science and Technology’s (DOST) Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI); Clars Guerrero, Marketing Director for Del Monte Beverages and Fruits; Paula Ceña, Product Manager for Del Monte 100% Pineapple Juice; Benedict Ong, Assistant Product Manager for Del Monte 100% pineapple juice; Sheryl Sanchez-Mallo, Regulatory Affairs Scientist of Del Monte Research & Development Team; and David Peele, Avoca Inc. President. 

The 56th PATACSI Foundation Day held last July 8, 2016 in Crowne Plaza Galleria serves as the official kick off for the partnership between Del Monte Heart Smart and PATACSI in addressing and creating awareness on cholesterol management in the country.

Del Monte Heart Smart is available in all leading supermarkets and groceries nationwide at Php 26.00 SRP for 240mL cans and Php 82.00 SRP for Orange 1 Liter Resealable Tetra Pack.

For more information about Del Monte Heart Smart, log on to http://www.delmonte.ph/ www.delmonte.ph.