Why debit cards are a millennial’s best partner in adulting

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Millennials like to do things in their own way. Unlike the generations before them, these passionate young adults do not follow a specific formula for their lifestyles. They are spontaneous, excited, and always going against the flow in search for experiences that will make their lives worth living.

But if there’s one thing that millennials have in common with other generations, it is that they are also financially conscious. And in this modern age, millennials can enjoy the convenience of saving money and shopping for their needs and wants using a trusty debit card. Here are a few reasons why debit cards are preferred by many young Filipinos:

Easier way to save cash

With a debit card, you can simply go to the bank and deposit cash to your account. This way, you are assured that your money is safe and secure; it even earns interest so you can grow your savings. Debit cards also teaches you to spend wisely because, unlike credit cards, you can only use what you have in your account. So the more you deposit and save money in your card, the more you can go on shopping sprees and planning for your next out-of-town-trips.

Convenient and safer transactions 

Debit cards also provide an alternative way to carry money anywhere you go. Instead of bringing large amounts of cash in your wallet, you can just bring your debit card and swipe it for instant purchases. You can even use it for online shopping with your favorite brands and stores. Just make sure to secure your debit account with a PIN code so your savings stay safe.

Rewards for your spending

And what better way to enjoy your debit cards than by getting perks for every purchase. Some card providers offer exciting rewards and promos on shopping, dining, traveling, and grocery transactions with your debit card.

The CEB GetGo Debit Card, the first and only debit card that earns GetGo points for free flights, earns 1GetGo point for every PHP 88 spent.  With CEB GetGo Debit Card, you also receive alerts and have the first dibs on Cebu Pacific’s exclusive seat sale offers and upcoming promos. Cardholders can also get discounts when purchasing flights via GetGo and experience cashless Visa transactions on trips locally and abroad.

Starting this month, new cardholders are up for even more exciting rewards with its Take 5 promo! Every Visa transaction made on the first month of the newly-approved CEB GetGo Debit Card will earn 5% rebate for the cardholder. It’s like you spend some, you get some -- and even more!

Interested individuals can apply online via http://bit.ly/CEBGetGoDebit and pick up their cards at any UnionBank branch. Upon receiving the card, they can enjoy purchases that can reward them with a maximum rebate of P500 for more savings. Rebates will be instantly credited to members’ GetGo savings account within the first week of the next calendar month.

For more information on memberships and partners, visit www.getgo.com.ph. Stay updated on the latest promos by liking GetGoPH’s official pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

TVS Motor Company bets big on Philippines with new product launches

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TVS Motor Company, a reputed two-wheeler and three-wheeler manufacturer in India, launched two new products for the Philippines market – TVS Dazz and TVS King. Developed to meet Euro 3 standards, TVS Dazz is an exciting 110cc scooter while TVS King is a 200cc three-wheeler offering designed to be the perfect passenger carrier. 

TVS Motor Company ranks amongst the top ten two-wheeler companies in the world. It is one of the leading two-wheeler and three-wheeler exporter in India, distributing to over 60 countries. 

(L-R) Mr. R Dilip, Senior Vice President, International Business, TVS Motor Company, Mr. KN Radhakrishnan, CEO andPresident of TVS Motor Company)

“TVS Motor Company is synonymous with quality and class-leading technology across the 60 countries we operate in and our approach in Philippines is aligned to the same ethos. We have been present in the country since 2016 and the market has responded positively to our diverse offerings ranging across Underbones, Backbone Solo and Business Backbone. The launch of TVS King and TVS Dazz has opened two new segments for us and we are confident that both products will be well-received by the rapidly growing market,” said Mr. KN Radhakrishnan, President & CEO, TVS Motor Company. 

Elaborating on the launch of the new products in the market, Mr. R Dilip, Senior Vice President, International Business, TVS Motor Company said,

 “We are delighted to launch two new products in the Philippines market today as both offerings have been designed to suit specific customer requirements in the country. TVS King, our premium state-of-the-art three-wheeler offering is an amalgamation of durability, comfort and convenience and is targeted at the tricycle passenger carrier market for both Government units as well as personal transport. The TVS Dazz, on the other hand, is a powerful 110cc scooter designed for the modern commuters who seek a practical as well as stylish offering. Our commitment to our customers extends to providing full-time after sales-service support as well as innovative programmes such as TVS Experience camps which run across the country.” 

TVS Motor Company products are available in all Wheeltek Motor Sales Corp, Bacolod Eversure Marketing Inc, Rhean Motor Center, Key Motors Inc, Stargold Motorcycle Corporation and Gud Motor Trading Inc. 

With the addition of two new products TVS Dazz and TVS King, TVS Motor Company’s robust portfolio in the country also boasts of two-wheeler brands such as: 

1. Underbones - TVS Neo XR 110cc and TVS Rockz 125cc 

2. Backbone Solo – TVS Apache 180, TVS Apache 200 Fi 

3. Business Backbone – TVS Max 4R 125cc 

4. Scooter segment - TVS XL 100 

TVS Dazz 

TVS Dazz, a scooter manufactured for international markets, comes with a 110cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine, paired to a CVT unit. It packs power of 8.57 bhp @ 7500 rpm and a peak torque of 8.3 Nm @ 5500 rpm. TVS Dazz meets the Euro 3 standards in Philippines and is available in three colours - Matte Black, Matte Grey and the popular Matte Pink. 

TVS King 

TVS King is a futuristic three-wheeler product, designed for evolving cities and promises a unique combination of power, style, comfort and mileage. Powered by a 200cc, modern low friction 7-port engine with the peak torque at lower rpm, the vehicle is ideal to navigate as well as brave city traffic without frequent gearshifts. The engine, which operates at lower revolutions for a given road speed, delivers good mileage thus enhancing the reliability of the product. TVS King has been made to suit the needs of the Philippines customer with a Fuel Injected (EFI) variant that meets Euro 3 standards. 

About TVS Motor Company 

We are a reputed two and three-wheeler manufacturer, and the flagship company of the USD 7 billion TVS Group. We believe in Championing Progress through Mobility. Rooted in our 100-year legacy of Trust, Value, Passion for Customers and Exactness, we take pride in making internationally aspirational products of the highest quality through innovative and sustainable processes. We endeavor to deliver the most superior customer experience at all our touch points across 60 countries. We are the only two-wheeler company to have received the prestigious Deming Prize. Our products lead in their respective categories in the J.D. Power IQS and APEAL surveys for the past four years. We have been ranked No. 1 Company in the J.D. Power Customer Service Satisfaction Survey for consecutive three years. 

For more information, please visit www.tvsmotor.com.

VIVO Endorsers tease about the next flagship

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Are these photos a hint of Vivo’s next flagship smartphone?

These photos may give a hint on Vivo’s next flagship smartphone

Vivo endorsers are dropping hints on next flagship

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Daniel Padilla on Twitter teased fans with a new visual.

Vivo’s Filipino endorsers have been throwing hints on their social media accounts that something new is coming soon.

Teen King Daniel Padilla posted a photo of himself with a gradient pink and blue background and the words “Go Beyond,” tagging Vivo Philippines' account.

Other Vivo endorsers Darren Espanto, Julie Anne San Jose, Maymay Entrata, Maris Racal, and Paul Salas also posted the similar photos on their Instagram pages.

    

Vivo endorsers hinted online that something new from the smartphone brand is arriving soon.

TJ Monterde, KZ Tandingan, and Iñigo Pascual also posted photos tagging Vivo Philippines on IG. This time, their photos showed colorful backgrounds or lighting.

Vivo ladies Kira Balinger, Joyce Pring, Loisa Andalio, Elisse Joson, and Sassa Dagdag posted closeup photos tagging Vivo Philippines, as if to emphasize their makeup.

   

Do these photos tell something about the next Vivo flagship smartphone?  What is the common theme of these photos?

In the past week, Vivo has been dropping hints on its social media accounts. It kicked off with a video of a fingerprint depicted like a spiral galaxy in an apparent reference to its pioneering In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology. Its second teaser was a video of a launch of a space rocket. The third one was another video of the moon with a curved line emphasizing its shape.

In this case, Vivo seems to be getting a lot of inspiration from the cosmos for its next smartphone. What do you think will Vivo post next? Best to keep watch on its social media pages. 

About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle.  In the Philippines, Vivo is the top 3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.  

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/vivophil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.

Aaron Carter Brings the LØVË Tour to Manila

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Kbeam Events officially announces the upcoming concert of 90’s teen sensation, Aaron Carter dubbed as “Aaron Carter LØVË Tour Live in Manila” on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at the Kia Theater in Araneta Center, Quezon City.

The singer, songwriter, and producer who has taken the 90’s and early 2000s by storm with hit singles “I Want Candy,” “I’m All About You,” and “Crush on You,” will be featuring his latest album release LØVË. One of his hit singles in the album “Sooner or Later” went Gold in several countries in Europe and is now enjoying multi-million streams on Spotify.

Now 30 years old, Aaron Carter, has been spending the year touring the US and UK headlining in his own shows, as well as joining his fellow 90’s greats like boyband O-town, Lance Bass from NSYNC, Ryan Cabrera, and Youtube sensation, Tyler Hilton.

Upon learning that he’s now back on tour, fans from the Philippines via Twitter started requesting the singer to come to Manila for a concert. The last time he was here was in 2002 and he was only 14 at the time when he performed at the Araneta Coliseum. Today, Aaron Carter heard his fans loud and clear and he is now schedule to perform at the Kia Theater at 8pm on Sunday, November 18, 2018. Aaron Carter will feature songs from the latest album LØVË, which is distributed by Sony Music.

Tickets to Aaron Carter Live in Manila are now on sale at all Ticketnet outlets (call 911-5555) and at Ticketnet.com.ph. Prices are at P5,830, P4,558, P2,756, P2,120. This concert is presented by Kbeam Events and the official residences Crowne Plaza Manila Ortigas and The Holiday Inn Manila Ortigas.

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Pre-order your OPPO F9 with VOOC Flash Charging this August 24 and revolutionize your smartphone experience

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Get freebies worth Php1,500 for every pre-order nationwide

Global smartphone innovator OPPO Philippines’ recently announced that the game-changing OPPO F9 is now available for pre-order starting August 24 until August 29, 2018. Customers simply have to pay a Php1,000 security deposit to secure a unit and pay the full amount upon claiming on August 30 onwards.

Customers who pre-order from all authorized OPPO stores nationwide will get a free game holder, ring phone holder, and Bluetooth headset worth Php1,500.

For the active on-the-go lifestyle

The OPPO F9 answers one of the most common problems smartphone users today face –battery life. OPPO influencer and actor Robi Domingo said, “The F9 is really convenient with the VOOC Flash Charging. You don’t have to carry a bulky power bank and cable around anymore as the F9 is efficient and charges quickly.” The F9 also includes AI battery management for optimized battery usage for the entire day.

OPPO Influencer Robi Domingo

VOOC Flash Charging is made safe as the F9 has 5 layers of protection built into the charger and phone, assuring the best user experience even while charging. This technology is an exclusive innovation of OPPO in more than 90 million OPPO smartphones globally and is OPPO’s first initiative to more customers with the F9.

Stylish and functional

The F9 is available in two fashionable gradient colors, Sunrise Red and Twilight Blue. OPPO endorsers JoshLia flaunted the F9 last August 15 at the smartphone’s grand launch. Julia Barretto said, “It’s really beautiful. The gradient finish really matches my personality and fashion style.” Joshua Garcia added, “I really like the unique screen and how you can reply to your friends without leaving the game you are playing”.

OPPO endorsers Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia

OPPO’s unique approach to the notch is the well-praised Waterdrop screen wherein the front camera is shaped like a waterdrop thereby maximizing the screen-to-body ratio of 90.8% at 6.4 inches.

From selfie expert to portrait artist

More than just expert selfies, the OPPO F9 raises the bar in photography with its 16MP + 2MP dual rear camera for more dramatic portrait shots. Additionally, users can choose from many varieties of portrait shots to emphasize the subject. Other modes such as AR stickers, Super Vivid, and slow motion are also available for users to play around and produce one-of-a-kind content with.

OPPO Influencer Glaiza De Castro

OPPO influencer Glaiza de Castro said, “Photography enthusiasts like me will love the F9 as it allows us to produce engaging content for our social media feed. The F9’s artistic portrait modes and AI Beauty Technology 2.1 produces expert looking, enhanced, and natural photos.”

“We heard the need of our customers who want a smartphone that can produce great selfies and have equally great battery life. We deliver these innovations with the new OPPO F9 and believe that our exclusive VOOC Flash Charge technology will change the game in smartphone battery expectations” OPPO Philippines’ Vice President of Marketing Jane Wan said. “The F9 has got both the brains and beauty with its gorgeous gradient design and unique waterdrop screen.”

OPPO F9 will initially be available in Sunrise Red and Twilight Blue for PHP 17,990 (6GB RAM).

For more information on OPPO’s exciting products and activities, like OPPO Philippines’ official Facebook page and follow @OPPOPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.