Sony Philippines showcases flagship products and brings immersive experiences to fans at first-ever Sony Fair

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Last December, Sony hosted its inaugural Sony Fair, a ten-day event that featured interactive displays, community activities, and workshops that enabled customers to envision the way Sony devices can fuel their lifestyle. The event, which ran from December 9 to 18, brought together some of Sony’s flagship products in the spaces of mobile, digital imaging, home entertainment, personal audio, and gaming for customers to enjoy. 

Among the stunning display of products many looked forward to at the Sony Fair, included the Sony Bravia X93000D and the 75” Z9D 4K HDR TV. Together with the HT-ST9 Soundbar with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth®, Sony demonstrated how it has redefined audio and entertainment through its slim and elegant profile that blends into any living environment. Sony’s Bravia Movie Nights during the evenings let consumers enjoy the best of Sony TVs as they watched family-friendly films such as Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2, Hotel Transylvania, The Amazing Spiderman 2, and Arthur Christmas while being among the first in the country to experience the 100” Z9D 4K HDR TV.

An unforgettable experience awaited audiophiles as they immersed in rich, vibrant sound at the Hi-Res Audio Workshop conducted by Sony Ambassador Juno Oebanda. An engaging and enticing crowd arrived at Sony Extra Bass’ Feel the Passion Dance Clinic featuring Upeepz Dance Crew as well as DJ Rammy Bitong’s Silent Party and DJ Workshop where he shared advice to young and aspiring DJs. The Sony Fair also brought the most discerning ears up and close with Sony’s top-of-the-line personal audio Bluetooth devices such as the MDR-XB650BT EXTRA BASS™ Headphones, MDR-1000X Noise-Canceling Headphones, SRS-XB3 Portable Wireless Speaker, and MDR-Z1R. The MDR-Z1R headphones boasts of the utmost standard in materials and design. The Fibonacci-patterned grill guarantees a cleaner, more authentic Hi-Res sound.

Mobile photography took center stage as Xperia™ Ambassadors Pierre Guevarra, Linus Banaag and Marvin Conanan conducted workshops where they tried out some of today’s hottest mobile devices from the Xperia™ X Series, including the Xperia™ XZ flagship mobile phone. A first for a smartphone, the Xperia™ XZ brings triple image sensing technology to its cameras to deliver the best experience in mobile photography. Select Xperia™ fans got the chance to win some of these devices through an on-the-spot mobile photography contest. 

At the Sony Digital Imaging booth, exhilarating on-site activities including a bar tending and flaring demonstration and a BMX bike & skateboard exhibition put today’s latest Alpha and Cyber-Shot cameras to the test. Workshops featuring renowned photographers and cinematographers Pilar Trigo Bonnin, Paco Guerrero, Nina Sandejas, and Mayad Studios gathered professional and hobbyists for sharing of pro tips and tricks. Meanwhile, Sony Ambassadors Kimi Juan, Jelito de Leon, Sheng Gonzales and Charisma Lico demonstrated mastery of their craft as they taught travel, flat lay, toy, and fashion photography workshops to their followers and fans. 

The Sony PlayStation booth, which exhibited some of this year’s lauded games, including Final Fantasy XV, Just Dance, and NBA2K17, definitely thrilled gamers. Many were simply delighted to finally get the chance to experience the wonderful world of virtual reality as they played some of today’s hottest VR-ready games with the PlayStation VR Headset in tow.

The inaugural Sony Fair was truly a celebration of the brand’s relentless pursuit of innovation and commitment to continue delivering more firsts that will inspire and spark curiosity among consumers. Beyond this, it is a testament of how far gadgets have transcended from simple functional tools to personal devices that serve as canvasses to express one’s creativity and deliver one-of-a-kind experiences that enhance our lives.

For information on the latest products from Sony, visit :

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Ready, Set, Swipe! Earn points to #FlyForFreeFaster with GetGo and UnionBank

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Ready, set, swipe! Media participants with celebrity host Suzi Entrata-Abrera (second from left) and actress-turned entrepreneur Bettina Carlos (center) take on the Swipe-a-thon Challenge to experience the rewards of shopping care of GetGo and UnionBank.

Doing everyday shopping and paying through debit and credit cards have never been more rewarding as Cebu Pacific GetGo, together with UnionBank and its new fleet of cards, gives cardholders the chance to earn free flights, faster, using rewards points earned from swiping.

Five personalities, including actress-turned entrepreneur Bettina Carlos and TV host Suzi Entrata-Abrera, have experienced the rewards of shopping with GetGo and UnionBank when they took on the “Swipe-a-thon Challenge”.

Bettina Carlos uses her co-branded Cebu Pacific GetGo Visa Credit Cards by UnionBank to purchase a set of themed items and race to reach the highest amount of GetGo points under a P10,000 credit card limit.

Using their co-branded Cebu Pacific GetGo Visa Credit Cards by UnionBank, the participants raced along grocery aisles to buy various items, including travel-related ones—and be the first to reach the highest number of GetGo points upon check-out, without exceeding the P10,000 budget.

The challenge enabled the participants to experience earning GetGo points from both grocery and travel-related spend which allows them to redeem free flights to local and international Cebu Pacific destinations. 

“Our Swipe-a-thon challenge showcased how members’ shopping for everyday essentials can be turned into free Cebu Pacific flights using their UnionBank cards and GetGo. With Cebu Pacific’s GetGo Visa debit and credit cards, the money you spend truly does go further as far as Cebu Pacific can take you—for free!” said Nik Laming, GetGo Loyalty Division general manager.

Cebu Pacific GetGo Visa Debit and Credit Cards by UnionBank are the only cards that directly earn GetGo points and are automatically credited to a cardholder’s GetGo account. Cardholders of Cebu Pacific GetGo Visa and Platinum Credit Cards by UnionBank will also enjoy earning GetGo points at one of the best earn rates in the market, 1 GetGo point for every P30 spent.

Suzi Entrata-Abrera finishes the Swipe-a-thon Challenge not just with groceries in hand but GetGo points instantly earned by using her co-branded Cebu Pacific GetGo Credit Card by UnionBank to #FlyForFreeFaster to Cebu Pacific destinations.

Exclusive benefits such as priority check-in at select airport terminals, an additional 5kg baggage allowance, complimentary airport lounge access to the Skyview Lounge at NAIA Terminal 3 and the MAISCOR Lounge at the Davao International Airport, as well as free travel insurance, are some of the perks offered to Cebu Pacific GetGo Visa Platinum Credit cardholders.

Cardholders are also entitled to exciting Cebu Pacific benefits which include early alerts to Cebu Pacific seat sales, exclusive promos on seats, and GetGo points sales.

Swipe-a-thon Challenge winner Trixie Mendoza of Yummy.ph (center) is joined by Unionbank Visa Marketing Manager Tricia Apostol (left) and Cebu Pacific Air Campaign Manager for Loyalty Division Elia Soon.

Indeed, GetGo and UnionBank’s new fleet of cards, make daily spending transactions the easiest and most convenient way for every Juan to fly for free to Cebu Pacific destinations. So, hurry! Start earning GetGo points and #FlyForFreeFaster! Visit getgo.unionbankph.com to apply for a Cebu Pacific GetGo Debit or Credit Cards by UnionBank.

Not yet a GetGo member? Visit www.GetGo.com.ph or call +632 71-GETGO (43846) to discover how you can avail of a GetGo membership card, learn about the loyalty program, its partners, promos, and how to start redeeming rewards points. The latest updates are also on GetGoPH's official pages on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About GetGo

GetGo is the lifestyle rewards program by Cebu Pacific that gives its members free flights just by flying Cebu Pacific and from everyday spend. Use the points to book your dream Cebu Pacific destination—for free!

About UnionBank of the Philippines

UnionBank of the Philippines is a publicly-listed universal bank that distinguishes itself through superior technology, unique branch sales and service culture, and centralized backroom operations. It is consistently recognized as one of Asia’s leading companies in banking and finance, ranking among the country’s top 10 universal banks in terms of key performance ratios in profitability, liquidity, solvency and efficiency.

RTL CBS Entertainment climbs to No. 3 during Primetime among General Entertainment Channels on Cable TV in the Philippines

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RTL CBS Entertainment has climbed to the number three position during primetime (6pm to 10pm) in December 2016 among general entertainment (GE) cable TV channels in the Philippines, based on the latest data released by Nielsen last week.

RTL CBS Entertainment started the year 2016 placed eighth among GE channels, the channel’s increase in the ranking for primetime viewing last month is attributed to huge gains in key groups throughout the year among all cable TV channels in the Philippines. In the Female viewer segment, the channel jumped 33 places higher, while it saw a 31-place leap in the Housewives viewer category. RTL CBS Entertainment also grew its young adults 13- to 19-year-old segment, leaping 39 places higher from the start of the year.

Among the top performing programs on the channel in December 2016 were Bull, The Odd Couple, Man With a Plan, Scorpion, Entertainment Tonight, The Insider and Mat Franco’s Got Magic.

Now ranked third in primetime viewing among cable TV GE channels in the Philippines, RTL CBS Entertainment (launched October 2013) has overtaken the lead of older and well-established channels including Warner, StarWorld, Universal, E! and Jack TV for the coveted primetime slot.

Source: Nielsen TV Audience Measurement (coverage December 2016)

Terrence Romeo shares tips to Gilas Pilipinas hopefuls at #ManokNgBayan event

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“Kumain ng maraming Chooks-to-Go.”

Smart Communications Inc. and Bounty Agro Ventures, Inc. (BAVI), makers of Chooks-to-Go, have partnered to support Gilas Pilipinas’ renewed quest for basketball glory. 

As the latest addition to the Gilas family, Chooks-to-Go, the fastest-growing and largest rotisserie chicken chain operated by BAVI, has honored Manny V. Pangilinan and Smart during its #ManokNgBayan event. 

During the launch, GlobalPort Batang Pier star Terrence Romeo gave the Gilas aspirants a few tips. For Romeo, it all boils down to hard work, discipline, and keeping the faith. 

“Kailangan palaging may hard work sa ensayo at sa laro, taposmag-pray kay God,” said the returning Gilas guard. He even jokingly included, “kumain ng maraming Chooks-to-Go,” referring to Gilas’ new patron which hopes to take the national squad to new heights and achieve the Philippines’ dream of making it to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Terrence Romeo makes a grand entrance as Gilas Pilipinas members are introduced during the #ManokNgBayan partnership launch event of Chooks-to-Go and Smart Communications.

Chef Donita Rose shares her Jolly Heart Mate recipes at the Sinulog Festival 2017

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Donita Rose for Jolly Canola Heartmate

Cebu City, Philippines – The rewarding experience of sharing a feast is just one of the many perks of cooking especially for Filipinos, and Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil ambassador Chef Donita Rose happily shares her passion in cooking at the last stop of her Regional Festival Tour in the Sinulog Festival.

Celebrating through colorful dance rituals and processions to recall the Filipino’s paganism and the recognition of their Christianity, Sinulog became one of the grandest and most renowned festival in the country that is being held every third Sunday of January. And to add more colors to the festival in Cebu, Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil is proud to bring Chef Donita Rose for a live cooking demo show during the hype of the festival.

The celebrity chef, together with Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil, is currently on a series of festival cooking demos around the country. And as part of the last leg of her nationwide tour, a cooking extravaganza at SM City Cebu Event Center was held recently.

Chef Donita prepared Popiah, a vegetable spring roll that is very famous in Cebu with an added twist to the recipe using her cooking techniques and unique fresh ingredients from the Queen City of the South.

“The Cebuanos, with their wide array of food cuisines, really love to eat particularly during the week-long festival of Sinulog. Our culture is practically centered on food which brings families closer, so we should also be aware of how we prepare the food and what ingredients we use for the dishes that we serve,” said Donita.

Chef Donita also wants to help Cebuanos to prepare delicious dishes using their harvest, and making it heart healthy with the use of Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil.

“We must always be conscious that the ingredients we use should be good for the heart, like Jolly Heart Mate Canola oil which contains the lowest amount of bad fats (saturated fats) but packs in the good kind like omega 3 and 6,” Donita shared.

Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil also contains Vitamin A and has a pale golden color, light texture, and neutral taste that makes it good for all kinds of cooking. Aside from being versatile, it also has one of the highest smoking points which make it very ideal for frying.

“We are very happy that Donita continues to be the brand ambassador of Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil; she easily connects well with her audience given her lively personality. Her passion for cooking can be easily seen, and we believe that she can inspire others to live a healthy lifestyle by using a healthy oil like Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil in all the dishes we cook at home and especially in festivals such as the Sinulog,” added Zen Prudentino, Fly Ace Corporation Senior Product Manager for Jolly Heart Mate Canola oil.

After the last leg of her nationwide tour, Donita will continue to share her cooking tips and recipes through various events this year. For more information on Chef Donita’s next event with Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil, visit their facebook page on www.facebook.com/JollyHeartMat eCanolaOil.

For one Recipe , here, try and enjoy  Jolly Heartmate Canola Oil Popiah Recipe by Chef Donita

Popiah Recipe

  

• Veggie Filling

Ingredients:

• 1/2 bulb/head Garlic (minced)
• 1 Red Onion (small & minced)
• 1/4 kg Ubod/Palm of Coconut (shredded or cut thin and soaked in water so it doesn’t turn orangey-brown)
• 1 piece Carrot (shredded or cut thin)
• 10 pieces Green Beans (small biased/diagonal cut)
• 5 pieces of Shrimp (shelled, deveined and cut in half lengthwise)
• 2 tbsp Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil
• 2 tbsp Fish Sauce/Patis
• Pepper (to taste)

Directions:

Sauté 1/2 head/few cloves of garlic for a few seconds. Add the onion and stir until translucent before adding rest of the veggies. Best cooked al dente or still slightly crunchy. Strain out any remaining liquid and let cool.

• Fresh Wrapper

Ingredients:

• 2 Medium Eggs
• 1/2 Cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 Cup of Water
• Salt (pinch)
• 1 tsp Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil 

Directions:

Add dry ingredients to bowl and mix together. In a separate bowl, crack eggs (making sure that they're fresh and that no eggshells are left) and whisk with water before adding to dry ingredients, making sure that no lumps remain. In a heated non-stick pan, brush a small amount of canola oil on then use a ladle to spoon the batter onto pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on low heat just until batter sets then flip over to repeat. Transfer all wrappers onto a plate and let cool.

• Sauce 

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil
• 1 head/bulb Garlic (minced)
• 1 Bird’s Eye Chili/Siling Labuyo (way less spicy if seeds are removed)
• 2-4 tbsp Peanuts (ground)
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1/2 cup Brown Sugar 
• 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
• Salt (to taste)

 Directions:

Brush pan with a little canola oil.  Add peanuts and toast for a few seconds before adding garlic. Add the water and sugar and mix until sugar dissolves. Pour in soy sauce and then add in cornstarch, stirring constantly so that lumps do not form. When sauce thickens, remove from heat and season with salt to taste. Allow to cool and preferably transfer into a plastic squeeze bottle with a large nozzle to avoid clogging. If nozzle is too small, cut the top with scissors.

• Assembly

Ingredients:

• 2-4 tbsp Peanuts (ground)
• Cilantro sprigs
• Green Ice Lettuce
• Spring Onion (chopped)

 Directions:

Place one wrapper on a flat surface. Lay one large leaf of the lettuce with its edge slightly past the edge of the wrapper. Using the squeeze bottle, squeeze a little of the sauce all over the lettuce. (This will ensure sauce isn’t absorbed by the wrapper, making it tear.) Add a handful of the filling near the edge of one side and top with a few pieces of shrimp, cilantro sprigs and some chopped spring onions. Fold over the shorter side of the wrapper to seal in ingredients. Roll over and try to keep it tight without tearing the wrapper. Transfer onto a serving plate and add some extra sauce and peanuts on top. Best eaten fresh and of course, shared with friends and loved ones.