OPPO 2019 Innovation Event Offers The Exploration of 5G & 10x Lossless Zoom - A Chance to "Get Closer"

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23 February 2019, [Barcelona, Spain] – Today, OPPO hosted its first global Innovation Event in Barcelona, Spain.

Within the top 5 smartphone brands in the world, OPPO shared some exciting announcements on the innovation behind its advancements in mobile technologies in 2019. Debuting a world-first 10x lossless zoom technology and industry leading developments in 5G technology, OPPO is cementing its reputation as an innovator in the mobile communications space.

The OPPO brand takes inspiration from the amazing possibilities of the every day and in helping people to realize the beauty that is around them. Driven by consumer insights, OPPO has been investing heavily in innovation with a huge commitment to R&D. It is this commitment that helps OPPO to develop industry-first innovations time and time again, be it through image beautification technology, 5G, AI, AR/VR or other emerging mobile technologies.

“We’re proud to deliver our first Innovation Event for media and partners today” OPPO Vice President, Anyi Jiang, comments “innovation is our top priority and we have made many recent developments to bring the future into consumer’s hands. We look forward to continuing with this commitment and bringing to market more advances particularly in 5G and photography.”

5G is the future of the smartphone industry, bringing with its endless possibilities for creativity, imagination and closer connectivity. Today, OPPO brought the 5G era closer with the announcement of its first 5G smartphone and the OPPO 5G Landing Project. In this initiative, OPPO proposed and committed to bring into full play with the capability of carrier partners like Swisscom, Telstra, Optus- and more in-depth collaboration with potential partners like Singtel to promote the implementation of 5G products and services, so that consumers can experience new levels of performance and efficiency that will empower new use cases and connect new industries.

Cristiano Amon, President of Qualcomm Incorporated, endorsed OPPO’s commitment to 5G innovation, “Given their leadership in the 4G era, OPPO is well positioned to be a leader in the transition to 5G. We see tremendous opportunities to drive further innovation in the 5G era, and Qualcomm Technologies looks forward to working closely with OPPO to realize the true potential of 5G and support the launch of their first 5G smartphone powered by our flagship Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 855 Mobile Platform with the X50 5G modem, integrated RF transceiver and RF Front-End solutions. 

OPPO has been anticipating and preparing for the arrival of 5G since 2015 and has invested in design and technology to ensure the production of a desirable phone, that doesn’t compromise on functionality to accommodate 5G features and benefits. The hotly anticipated arrival of its first 5G smartphone looks set to revolutionize consumers’ lives through 4K, 8K video download/upload/cloud-play, 3D video calling, 5G cloud gaming and multi-player AR/VR game, in-store navigation, AR shopping integrated, immersive, entertainment everywhere and more

At the Innovation Event, OPPO also presented the world’s first 10x lossless zoom technology. Another industry first, OPPO further empowers users and provides everyone the opportunity to take professional style photographs, without fearing any loss of quality.

10x lossless zoom is a new technology created with industry-leading camera specifications including a triple-lens camera structure consisting of a telephoto lens, ultra-wide-angle lens, and main camera. To provide further value to users, OPPO also introduced Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) on both the main camera and the telephoto lens to achieve higher, anti-shake accuracy that brings people closer to the world around them so that they never miss the unmissable.

Those who attended the Innovation Event also got to witness the premiere of OPPO’s showcase of some of the exciting real-life applications that users will get to enjoy with 5G; from hologram calls to AR shopping as well as demonstrations of perfect scenarios to use 10x lossless zoom.

OPPO will also have a presence at MWC in the Ericsson and Qualcomm booths, where visitors will get to experience cloud gaming through a live demo of SoulCalibur6 developed in partnership with Shadow, the leading high-performance cloud gaming company.

Nüwa Manila at City of Dreams Manila receives Five-Star Award for the second consecutive year

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 Nuwa Manila team toasts to the hotel’s Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Award for the second consecutive year. The team delivers hospitality beyond compare with their commitment to provide luxury experiences and the highest standard of personalized service.

Nüwa Manila at City of Dreams Manila once again received Five Stars in Forbes Travel Guide joining other Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited’s properties that received a collective total of 85 stars across all its properties in the 2019 Forbes Travel Guide (FTG).

“It is with great pride and honor for Nüwa Manila to receive the prestigious Forbes Five-Star Award for the second consecutive year after 2018. This recognition reflects our colleagues’ hard work and unwavering commitment in creating luxury and signature experiences and delivering the highest standard of personalized service in all aspects, supporting the vision of Melco Resorts & Entertainment Chairman and CEO Mr. Lawrence Ho to make Melco a benchmark of luxury in the hospitality industry”, Kevin Benning, City of Dreams Manila’s Chief Operating Officer, said.

The Forbes Travel Guide, a global authority on luxury travel also recognized Hyatt Regency Manila, Nobu Hotel Manila, and Nüwa Spa Manila with Four-Star ratings, like last year. Overall, the FTG , whose independent rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas is well-respected as a premium ranking in the travel and hospitality industry, accorded thirteen Melco properties with Five-Stars, and five hotels with Four Stars – with a record-breaking total of 85 stars, the top number of stars received by any integrated resort operator in Macau and Asia.

In a separate statement, Mr. Lawrence Ho, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Melco Resorts & Entertainment said, “Attaining this level of recognition from the Forbes Travel Guide has tremendous significance to us as a company and to me personally. Forbes Stars hold as much relevance to our team members as they do to our guests, and are ongoing proof of Melco’s commitment to excellence, and relentless enthusiasm for creating exceptional experiences. I would like to express my deepest appreciation to every one of our hospitality professionals for their hard work dedicated to making Melco Asia’s leading integrated resort operator.”

This is the tenth consecutive year for Melco’s Altira Macau to achieve the Forbes Five-Star recognition. Notably, Nüwa Macau remains the first and only integrated resort in Asia to receive FTG Five-Star across its entire portfolio of hotel, spa and dining facilities; while Studio City’s Star Tower is honored for the first time as triple category Five-Sar property.

Nüwa Manila, one of the three luxury hotels in City of Dreams Manila, features 254 lavishly-appointed contemporary rooms, and spacious suites and villas with dedicated butler service. Facilities include the Nüwa Spa, which provides a pampering experience in elegant therapy rooms and spa suites within the relaxing 654-sqm space; a free-form swimming pool, fitness center with state-of-the-art Precore fitness equipment.

An elevated dining experience is also available at Nüwa, with: The Tasting Room, offering a Michelin-star experience with contemporary French cuisine infused with Asian influences; Crystal Dragon, known for its premium Cantonese and regional Chinese fare in a modern Oriental setting; and Breezes, a poolside restaurant and bar. The Sky Gaming Lounge, a well-appointed private space on the topmost floor is exclusively for Li Ying Hin VIPs. 

For more information on Nüwa Manila, call 800 8080 or visitwww.cityofdreamsmanila.com orwww.nuwamanila.com

OPPO and Ericsson Signed Patent License Agreement

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February 21, 2019, Shenzhen - OPPO and Ericsson announced the signing of a multi-year global patent license agreement between the two companies. The agreement covers patent licensing and collaboration on a number of business projects. 

Head of OPPO Intellectual Property Department Adler Feng said that the agreement will lay a solid foundation for further cooperation between the two companies in the 5G era. “OPPO has always placed intellectual property rights as our top priority. We look forward to working with Ericsson to drive cutting-edge innovation in products and services.”

Ericsson is one of the leading providers of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the world. Chief Intellectual Property Officer at Ericsson Gustav Brismark says “This important deal confirms the value of our patent portfolio, and the stability of our entire licensing program. Ericsson has signed more than 100 patent license agreements to date, and we are delighted to sign a mutually beneficial agreement with OPPO, a global leader in the smart device field.”

Following a patent-first strategy, OPPO has dramatically increased its patent portfolio since 2014. As of January 2019, the company has filed more than 33,000 patent applications worldwide and owns more than 8,000 granted patents. The deal with Ericsson is the latest in a series of patent license agreements by OPPO with key telecommunication industry partners including Qualcomm, Dolby and Nokia. OPPO will continue to work closely with leading industry partners to bring the best products and experiences to consumers globally. 

What you'll love about Vivo, V11i now available for only P13,999

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Vivo is pulling out all the stops to make you fall in love with its V11i, giving you an offer that’s simply irresistible, a P2000 price drop! The smartphone from the top global brand will now be available for only P13,999 at all Vivo stores and authorized dealers nationwide.

Aside from its tempting markdown price, the V11i, which runs on Android 8.1 Oreo, also comes with desirable features—a 6.3-inch Halo FullView™ Display that boasts of 1080 x 2280 pixels, 4GB RAM and 128GB internal storage, up to 256GB microSD card slot, 25-megapixel selfie camera and 16MP/5MP dual cameras, fingerprint sensor, Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth/USB OTG/3G and 4G connectivity options, and powered by a fast-charging 3315 mAh Li-Po battery.

So, what are you waiting for? Follow your heart and get the Vivo V11i today to avail of the P2000 markdown!

Fall in love with the exciting features of the Vivo V11i, now at even more affordable price!

4 Reasons That Make Wanderland Festival Different from the Rest

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This March 9-10, 2019, all roads lead to the Filinvest City Open Grounds in Alabang, Muntinlupa City once again as Globe Telecom and Karpos Multimedia bring back the magical experience of the annual music and arts festival, Wanderland. For its seventh installment, the festival is now a 2-day affair, offering the #WanderlandCommunity two straight days to see and experience their most-awaited international and homegrown acts perform their hits.

What sets Wanderland apart from the other music festivals? What makes it more magical? Read on:

1. A great set of music by local and international talent

Do you want to hear your favorite songs on Spotify performed live right in front of you? Rely on Wanderland to give you that experience! This festival always showcases a unique set of performers every year. Wanderland Planet 2016 had local music fans singing along to Death Cab for Cutie, Bon Iver, and the Naked and Famous. Wanderland Jungle 2017 brought the anthemic music of Australian indie rock band Temper Trap and the electro-pop beats of Ting Tings. Last year’s edition, Wanderland Pixels 2018, featured Kodaline, Jhene Aiko, FKJ, Daniel Caesar, and Lauv.

This year, the Wanderland community can gear up for another great set as both local and international acts make their respective debuts and return to the Wanderland stage. International talents including indie rock bands Two Door Cinema Club and The Kooks, Jamaican-American rapper Masego, British EDM artist SG Lewis, and electronic duo Honne along with homegrown acts such as Sandwich, Unique, Reese Lansangan, and Clara Benin will grace the stage.

2. Awe-inspiring live art installations

Apart from the rich musical experience, expect more inspiration as local street artists unleash their creative talents with their world-class live art installations and graffiti. Last year, Wanderartists Christian Cardenas, Sam Bumanlag, JP Pining, and Humbly brightened up the Filinvest City Open Grounds even more with their on-the-spot artwork. This year, Wanderartist winners Venazir Martinez, Frances Dandan, Raco Ruiz, and Josh Panaligan are set to perform live art that’s sure to mesmerize concertgoers.

3. Eye-catching festival fashion

Wanderland has become not just a showcase of premiere talents but also an annual avenue for eye-catching festival fashion! Expect to see the Wanderland Community from all walks of life express themselves with their own preferred fashion styles, be it floral, hippie, or the hypebeast streetwear style.

4. Wide selection of exciting booths and activities

During Wanderland Planet 2016, Globe provided an all-in-one interactive hub that allowed visitors to experience the fun activities such as shooting photos and videos on a trampoline and learning about mobile games on 7 different "planets". At Wanderland Jungle 2017, festival goers enjoyed getting glitter tattoos of different animals and designs, making their own postcards and stickers, and even wall climbing. In Wanderland Pixels 2018, there was an Art Market, Arcade, F21’s Pixel Playhouse, and Hope’s Up-cycling booth. With this year’s Magic theme, watch out for another interesting set of exciting booths and activities. Make sure to bring some dough and your bags as you’ll surely bring home a lot of goodies!

Music is a foremost Filipino passion and Globe has made headway in giving its customers both online and offline music experiences through Spotify, YouTube, and concerts by the best local and international acts. This March, the Wanderland community is sure to have a unique experience of only the best of music and bring home unforgettable memories with their friends and family.

Seek the magic and make it matter with the #WanderlandCommunity! To make Wanderland a magical experience for everyone, be sure to observe proper festival etiquette. Smoke in designated areas only, throw and segregate your trash properly, don't bring any illegal drugs or pills, and keep track of the performance schedules.

Haven’t got your tickets yet? Stay updated on the different ticket promos by visiting globe.com.ph/go/events/globewanderland or following Globe on Facebook and Twitter.