Get up to 50% off on XTREME Appliances this Lazada 7.15 Bounce Back Sale!

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Manila, Philippines - XTREME Appliances is excited to announce its participation in the biggest Lazada Mid-Year Bounce Back Sale on July 15, 2020 (Wednesday).

Brand Mega Offer

XTREME will have lower price reductions on the following products for specific time.

Have a precise and high definition viewing, 2 best-selling XTREME LED TVs will be part of the flash sales from. The products have remote control, USB, HDMI, and VGA ports. Both have framed slim bezel, dynamic sound quality and guaranteed cinematic experience. The sale schedule is from 12AM - 2AM, 12NN - 2PM and 6PM - 8PM.

LED TV

● 40-inch XTREME LED TV 10,495 9,995 PHP

● 32-inch XTREME LED TV 11,995 5,795 PHP

Just in the time for the Health and Nutrition month, XTREME Blenders, Multi-Cookers, Induction Cooker, and Electric Kettles will be on special sale. A 600 ML personal bender perfect for on-the-go and 2 plastic jar blenders that are versatile tools that can be used to purée healthy ingredients Transform dishes with XTREME Multi-Cookers, available in 1 L and 1.8 L sizes, a time-efficient tool that is perfect for preparing nutritious food. Save precious minutes with the new Induction Cooker. It has a soft-touch control and energy-saving device that offers 6 cooking programs at 8 power levels. Complete your balance diet with calming brewed drinks using  XTREME Electric Kettles. Available in 2 cool designs, it has a pop-up lid, cord storage, and large enough capacity to boil 8 cups at a time. The sale schedule of these home essentials is from 12AM - 2AM and 12NN - 2PM.

Blenders 

● Plastic Jar Blender 1.5 L 1,695 1,595 PHP

● Plastic Jar Blender 1.25 L 1,495 1,395 PHP

● Personal Blender 600 ML 1,295 1,195 PHP

Electric Kettles 

● Stainless Electric Kettle 1,495 1,395 PHP

● Glass Electric Kettle            995 895 PHP

Multi-Cooker

● Digital Multi-Cooker 1.0 L 2,495 2,395 PHP

● Digital Multi-Cooker 1.8 L 2,995 2,895 PHP

● Jar-type Multi-Cooker 1.8 L 1,995 1,895 PHP

Induction Cooker 

● Induction Cooker 1,995 1,895 PHP

Mid-Year Bounce Back Sale (12 MN - 11:59 PM)

XTREME will also have a whole day promotion on appliances that cater your dining and kitchen needs. 

Microwave

● Digital Microwave Oven 3,995 3,295 PHP

Blenders 

● Plastic Jar Blender 1.5 L 1,695 1,650 PHP

● Plastic Jar Blender 1.25 L 1,495 1,450 PHP

● Personal Blender 600 ML 1,295 1,250 PHP

Electric Kettles 

● Stainless Electric Kettle 1,495 1,450 PHP

● Glass Electric Kettle 995            950 PHP

Multi-Cooker

● Digital Multi-Cooker 1.0 L 2,495 2,420 PHP

● Digital Multi-Cooker 1.8 L 2,995 2,935 PHP

● Jar-type Multi-Cooker 1.8 L         1,995 1,930 PHP

Induction Cooker 

● Induction Cooker 1,995 1,950 PHP

Bundle Promos 

Make laundry feel less of a chore with XTREME Front Load Condensing Dryer and Front Load Washer. The fully automatic washer has a pre-wash, quick wash, extra rinse, my cycle, wool, and baby care options with overheat protection. While the Condensing dryer features an anti-wrinkle function with fabric-type and multiple program selections. Both can load up to 9kg of clothes for washing. Each item will be offered as a bundle with fast heating and power saving XTREME Manual Control Microwave. 

XTREME Washing Machine

● 9.0 KG XTREME Front Load Condensing Dryer 24,995 PHP

○ With XTREME Manual Control Microwave

● 9.0 KG XTREME Front Load Washer 24,995 PHP

○ With XTREME Manual Control Microwave

Free Shipping

Don't miss out the limited free shipping with no minimum spending (capped at 50 PHP) for Luzon residents on LED TVs, Washer, Condensing Dryer, and other XTREME appliances below:

XTREME Front Load COMBO Washer & Dryer 44,995   PHP

XTREME Microwave Ovens

● XTREME Manual Control Microwave 2995      PHP

● XTREME Digital Microwave Oven        3,295     PHP

XTREME Water Dispenser

● XTREME Tabletop Water Dispenser 3,995     PHP

● XTREME Bottom Load Water Dispenser 3,995     PHP

XTREME Refrigerators

● XTREME Single door Refrigerator       11,995 PHP

XTREME Air Conditioner

● XTREME Window Type Aircon with Remote 13,800   PHP

For more information please visit XTREME Appliances Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts. For the full list of products, please visit XTREME website and Lazada pages. 

About Xtreme Appliances

XTREME Appliances is a #OneStopShopAppliances brand that offers premium and affordable home and commercial appliances that ranges from TVs, aircon, refrigerator, washing machine, gas range, microwave oven, and many more. XTREME Appliances is now available in 2,500 stores and business partners nationwide.

Olay Launches 3-Piece Skinfusion Korean Mask Exclusively on Olay Super Brand Day on Shopee

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MANILA, Philippines - Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, has teamed up with Olay to launch the Olay Skinfusion Korean Face Masks exclusively on Shopee Mall. In line with the Olay Super Brand Day, Olay’s Skinfusion Korean Face Masks bundle of three will be available on Shopee for ₱311 from July 8 to 12. 

Each Korean Face Mask offers different levels of skincare. It is packed with vitamins and minerals, leaving skin moisturized and radiant all day long. 

Olay Korean Black Ginseng Sheet Mask

Say goodbye to fine lines with Olay’s Korean Black Ginseng Sheet Mask. It’s packed with Olay’s signature Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Hyaluronic Acid (a powerful hydrating ingredient), and Korean Black Ginseng, which contains the Rg3 element for skin cell renewal.

Olay Korean Jeju Lava Sea Water Sheet Mask

Keep skin hydrated with Olay’s Korean Jeju Lava Sea Water Sheet Mask. It’s infused with Jeju lava seawater and Olay’s signature Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), giving skin up to eight hours of hydration. 

Olay Korean Yuzu Sheet Mask

Avoid dull and dry skin with Olay’s Korean Yuzu Sheet Mask. It helps brighten skin with ingredients like Korean Yuzu (known to be rich in Vitamin C, minerals, and anti-oxidants) and Olay’s signature Niacinamide (Vitamin B3).

From July 8 to 12, Shopee beauty fans can grab various skincare products and discounts from the Olay Regenerist, Olay White Radiance, Olay Body Science, and Olay Total Effects product lines for your different skincare needs. Shoppers who purchase at least ₱899 of Olay products can also get a free wand applicator. Users can also enjoy huge discounts up to 43% off and free shipping for other Olay products with Olay Super Brand Day on Shopee.

For more deals, promos, and products, head over to Olay’s official store on Shopee via this link https://shopee.ph/pgolayofficialstore

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Shopee Sees Growth In Digital Payments as Filipinos Adjust to the New Normal

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While 70% of purchases made through digital payments were by younger users, Shopee also saw an increased adoption among users aged over 50

MANILA - Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, saw an acceleration in digital payments as Filipinos fulfill more daily needs online amidst the ongoing pandemic. Shopee saw an increase in the number of digital payments made on the platform since the beginning of the pandemic. More people paid for their purchases via credit cards, bank transfers, and ShopeePay. According to a Boston Consulting Group report, this trend will continue as more Southeast Asian households embrace digital payments during and after Covid-19.

Martin Yu, Associate Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “2020 has brought about significant shifts in the way we live, work and shop online. Among these shifts is the accelerated move towards a cashless society across the region. In line with social distancing efforts, we see consumers embracing digital payments for greater convenience and security. Local governments are also stepping up their efforts to encourage this move. Similarly, Shopee continues to offer a wide range of digital payment options to cater to evolving needs, including ShopeePay, our mobile wallet.”

Shopee outlines three observations on digital payments in the Philippines: 

1. Increased adoption of digital payments among older users: 70% of the total number of purchases made using digital payments were by users between the ages of 18 to 34. However, older users are also starting to adopt digital payments when shopping online. Shopee observed a 100% increase in the number of ShopeePay transactions among users over the age of 50. Given that older users typically find it harder to adapt to digital payments, this heartening trend illustrates the ease of use of ShopeePay and the trust it has built among users.

2. Men’s adoption of digital payments is higher than women: Men increasingly value the convenience and security of digital payments. Over the past year, the rate of growth in the adoption of digital payments is 80% higher for men than for women. 

3. Digital payments are more prevalent in urban cities: The National Capital Region (NCR) has the highest digital payment adoption. Larger cities, which are critical drivers of the Philippines’ economic growth, have better connectivity and a more developed IT infrastructure. Individuals in these cities also have better accessibility to smartphones, contributing to the adoption of digital payments.

Shopee is committed to meeting the needs of its users. Through its integrated mobile wallet, ShopeePay, Shopee strives to ensure that users can shop and pay with ease. In addition to the ease of use, ShopeePay offers several benefits to users, including convenience, a seamless user experience, security, and more significant cost savings.

Convenient and easy to top-up: ShopeePay is easy to top-up through a variety of methods. These include online banking, payment centers, and over-the-counter bank transactions. Through ShopeePay, users can make online payments, top-up their wallets, transfer, and withdraw funds.

Safe and secure payment method: ShopeePay follows the highest security standards. An automated registration process protects the user, and there is also a dedicated 24h Customer Service team.

Greater cost savings with ShopeePay promotions: ShopeePay users can enjoy the following regular promotions:

● Mobile Load: New users can earn 30 coins when they buy ₱100 worth of load, while regular users get big discounts when they buy load via ShopeePay.

● Bills Payment: Users can claim 150 to 350 coins (with ₱800 minimum spend) when they pay their utility bills via ShopeePay.

● ShopeePay Day: Users can enjoy free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend on ShopeePay Thursdays. They can also enjoy up to 20% off discount with minimum spending of ₱200.

Yu closed, “As more consumers turn to our platform to stay connected and fulfill their daily needs, we are committed to leveraging our key strengths to help consumers adapt to the new normal. We want to provide our users with easy access to digital payment services such as ShopeePay, through an integrated and secure ecosystem.”

Download Shopee for free through the App Store or Google Play.

About Shopee

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. It was launched in 7 markets in 2015 to connect consumers, sellers, and businesses in the region.

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. It offers a wide product assortment, supported by integrated payments and logistics, as well as popular entertainment features tailored for each market. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy, with a firm commitment to helping brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.

About SeaMoney

SeaMoney is a leading digital payments and financial services provider in Southeast Asia. Its mission is to better the lives of individuals and businesses in the region with financial services through technology. 

SeaMoney’s offerings include mobile wallet services, under the AirPay and ShopeePay brands, which provide users with easy access to digital payment services. These mobile wallets allow users to make online payments, top up their wallet, transfer and withdraw funds, and make payments offline at thousands of partner merchant locations, offering users a seamless shopping experience. SeaMoney also offers payment processing, micro-lending, and related digital financial services and products.

Forever 21 is now on Shopee! You can get up to 50% off on Forever 21 items from July 13-17

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MANILA, JULY 10, 2020 - This is it! To all Shopee fashionistas, Forever 21 is now on Shopee! From July 13 to 15, you can expect offers such as free shipping nationwide (for a minimum purchase price of ₱1,000) and a “buy 2, get 10% off on regular items” promo from July 15 to 17. 

If you’re thinking of revamping your wardrobe, here are amazing items you can definitely add to your Shopee cart: 

1. Forever 21 Women's Sequin Mini Skater Skirt

2. Forever 21 Plus Size Floral Ruffle Mini Dress

3. Forever 21 Women's Lace-up Heels 

4. Forever 21 Women's Printed Denim Pants (Black)

5. Forever 21 Women's Rose Floral Faux Shearling Jacket - 

6. Forever 21 Plus Size Off-the-Shoulder Jumpsuit

Enjoy fashion with Forever 21 at Shopee! 

Download the  Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

ONLINE ENGLISH TEACHING A SAFE AND RESILIENT LIVELIHOOD THAT BRIDGES PEOPLES AND CULTURES

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While the Philippine economy reels from the negative impact of the coronavirus pandemic with the easing of quarantine restrictions, the months-long quarantine have created a chain reaction that led to many Filipinos losing their jobs and livelihood.

On March 16, President Rodrigo Duterte declared the entire island of Luzon with its population of 58 million under community quarantine to contain the COVID-19 outbreak. Though community quarantine measures are effective methods in flattening the infection curve, it resulted in a downturn in economic activity.

Public transport was halted and the movement of private vehicles was also regulated. Various industries were badly-hit, causing a stoppage of business operations, massive lay-offs, and cease-hiring altogether. Tourism, trade, and consumption drastically dropped during this period, and according to the Department of Labor and Employment Secretary Silvestre Bello III, 2.6 million Filipinos have already lost their jobs due to the temporary halting of operations of business establishments.

As the onsite or office-based jobs and opportunities dwindled, home-based, online jobs and livelihoods flourished as a safe and resilient way to conduct business and continue earning.

The Philippines, as among the most populous English-speaking nations, has long been a destination for top business process outsourcing firms and call centers. In recent years, online English teaching has become a very popular career choice, which turned out to be one of the least affected jobs amid the pandemic. Most online teachers in the Philippines typically work from home, which insulated them from the quarantine measures that have devastated other businesses.

Being an online English teacher can be very rewarding. In 2019, the average monthly salary in the Philippines was PHP 50,600 and online English teachers may earn more than this amount per month, depending on their number of classes.

Online English platform 51Talk, which has been around since 2011, has been promoting this home-based online English teaching opportunity. 51Talk connects its 20,000 English teachers to Chinese students using its proprietary technology called Air Class to deliver live, one-on-one, interactive, and fun lessons.

Zeeryl Vivi, a licensed professional teacher from Bacolod City, has been teaching with 51Talk for two years now. Zeeryl said that her earnings have increased during the pandemic because her students are mostly staying at home. “I continued to earn from home despite the quarantine restrictions. I actually realized that I was earning more than usual and I was able to provide for my family’s needs. This home-based opportunity really helped us a lot.”

Despite initial reservations, more and more people are coming to appreciate online freelance opportunities that are flexible yet stable and sustainable.

“My family is really thankful that I was able to contribute even more during this time. My dad was not able to receive his salary for two months and I was able to cover some of the bills that we have here at home,” added Zeeryl.

Teacher Xandra Hill found her career as a professional pilot in limbo as travel restrictions meant that the travel industry was put in a standstill. “As a pilot, the world literally stopped for me because of the suspension of work, which was my main source of income. I had to look for alternative means to earn and sustain my family’s daily necessities. That’s how I found 51Talk,” said Xandra.

Xandra is a graduate of AB Psychology and loves to teach. She said that her family felt proud that she was able to be productive during the quarantine while helping people in a different kind of way. “To those looking for a job in these trying times, I strongly recommend teaching at 51Talk. You can earn in the comfort and safety of your own homes, anytime. All you need is a computer, a good internet connection, and a heart that is willing to serve other people through teaching,” added Xandra.

Newly-launched teacher Trixie Laura worked as a production staff in an advertising company before she joined 51Talk. Having no background in teaching, she said it was quite challenging at first because teaching was far from what she was used to doing. At 51Talk, teachers are encouraged to attend the free training sessions that equip them with the necessary teaching skills to make them competent and confident in handling online lessons. “This livelihood opportunity helped me discover new skills and has eased my anxiety as I get to earn and keep myself busy,” explained Trixie.

51Talk, even throughout the pandemic, has been hard-at-work in empowering Filipinos across the Philippines by spreading awareness about the advantages of being a home-based online English teacher through digital conferences and webinars, and social media campaigns.

“Everyone has seen, especially in the past three months, that earning a livelihood from home is not just possible but also sustainable and profitable. Business processes like meetings and interviews can all be carried out virtually with the aid of technology. We have been doing this for 9 years now and as you can see, our teachers are able to earn and be safe as they continue to teach from home with 51Talk.” said 51Talk Founder and CEO Jack Huang.

Huang Jiajia, or Jack Huang, Founder and CEO of 51Talk

51Talk recently has generated a great deal of attention in the news and in social media. In a video message posted on social media, Mr. Huang encouraged Filipinos whose regular work was affected to join 51Talk. “If the pandemic affected your job, then 51Talk can offer you a new option. There has probably never been a better time than right now to teach English online,” according to Mr. Huang.

The Chinese market for foreign English teachers has grown massively over the past decade, and it shows no sign of slowing down. In China, all children from age seven are required by law to learn English and most parents enroll their children earlier than this, even as young as two years old because they want their children to gain an advantage in a highly competitive environment. This means there is a very bright future for the online ESL industry in the Philippines to meet this increasing demand from China.

The Phillippine government in recent years has made great strides in furthering its relationship with China. On the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between the two countries, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte sought stronger ties amid challenges such as the on-going COVID-19 pandemic adding that these special ties should be fully realized. President Duterte describes Chinese President Xi Jinping as a “valued friend” and he promised to “preserve and build on the gains of our close partnership for greater peace, progress and prosperity for our nations.”

During President Duterte’s most recent visit to China in 2019, the two countries discussed ways to deepen its friendship and have agreed to hasten education cooperation through sharing of information and study of languages, establishing more Confucius Institutes in the Philippines, and promoting participation in scholarships, training programs and workshops, among others.

According to Mr. Huang, beyond the livelihood opportunity and English language education his platform provides, 51Talk has long been a bridge that promotes cooperation and understanding between the Philippines and China with its thousands of Filipino teachers interacting with and educating Chinese children daily.

“We are very proud to serve as a bridge to further educational and cultural exchanges between the two peoples through language education. May this strengthen the bond and friendship between us,” said Mr. Huang.