Out of essentials? Here’s a handy guide for when you #ShopAtSM!

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Ran out of stock in your stash? #ShopAtSM for essentials and more as it reopens its doors with a wide range of exclusive flash deals – both online and in the malls – while still keeping a safe community space for all. 

“Providing for our customers, especially in this time of pandemic, has always been our top priority. In the coming months, we will be rolling out more digital and on-ground programs to make shopping more convenient for our mallgoers,” said SM Supermalls senior vice president for marketing Jonjon San Agustin.

Here are some shopping thrills you can expect when you #ShopAtSM starting this July:

1. Shop safe. Shop with ease as thermal scanners, automatic alcohol dispensers, and UV devices and other safety measures are now in place in SM malls. On top of that, SM will be collaborating with actress Heart Evangelista for the #SMxHeart campaign to further promote safe shopping.

2. Empower your little learners. Are your little ones attending classes from home? Provide them with the necessary #AweSMLearning tools, such as tablets and laptops, or some headphones from Bose which will be at 30% off during SM Megamall’s online Flash Sale from July 24 to 26! Find out more here!

3. Snag the kiddie must-haves. Your kids need a wardrobe update, too! Give them a fashion spin while on quarantine and get them their fave clothes, shoes, and accessories with special discounts. Can’t leave the house just yet? Have it delivered or picked up via SM’s online delivery and curbside services! For more information, check out www.smsupermalls.com.

4. Update your wardrobe. Get first dibs on fashion deals from brands you love such as Perry Ellis, Marks & Spencer, Sebago, or Superdry with SM Megamall’s online Flash Sale at flashsale.smsupermalls.com or through “Shopstreaming”, a live online shopping program broadcasted on SM Supermalls’ Facebook and Instagram pages. While you’re at it, avail of SM’s personal shopper free delivery for a minimum spend of P3,000! Plus, shoppers may also get designer masks!

5. Get it from the catalogue. Be the first to get exclusive peek of fresh drops via your favorite SM mall’s digital catalogue available on Facebook. Plus, score digital coupons and special discounts on select items!

Score exclusive offers with SM’s first-ever exclusive online Flash Sale happening in the following malls: SM Megamall (July 24 to 26), SM Aura Premier (August 14 to 16), SM City North EDSA (August 21 to 23), and SM Mall of Asia (August 28 to 30), and soon in other SM malls nationwide. Check out flashsale.smsupermalls.com to know more. 

From home essentials, gadget needs, to fashion must-haves, get everything you need and more, and experience a new and safer way to live and #ShopAtSM!

Manila Government, Globe Business assist public schools with data plans for online learning

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The city government of Manila will be providing public school students with free access to online learning platforms under Globe’s BatangMaynilaSurf Plans. The telco giant also gave 11,000 LTE pocket mobile WiFi devices to the city for its public school teachers, as they prepare for the blended learning programs to be set by the Department of Education (DepEd).

Schools will be implementing blended learning—a mix of face-to-face and online classes, so that students can pursue their education amidst COVID-19. Lessons can be delivered using various channels such as TV, radio, computer devices, and learning modules and packets both in print and digital form.

 (L-R) Meanne Quiambao, Vice President for Corporate and International Sales, Globe Business and Manila Mayor ‘Isko Moreno’ Domagoso

“We value education for Manileños, which is why the city government of Manila looks forward to gifting 110,000 tablet devices equipped with Globe SIM cards and 11,000 laptops paired with Globe pocket WiFis,” shared Manila Mayor ‘Isko Moreno’ Domagoso. “We hope that through this initiative and with Globe’s relentless service, more public school students and teachers can maximize digital tools to create conducive and safe learning environments.”

The pandemic has made it difficult for the education sector to make quality learning accessible. This is widely due to the lack of digital technologies and internet connections within Filipino households.

“The Manila government has been continuously supportive of Globe’s efforts in establishing a robust network in the Philippines. They recognize that ICT connectivity plays an important role in nation-building and is essential for Filipinos to participate in a digitally-connected world,” stated Peter Maquera, Senior Vice President for Globe Business. “Through Globe’s BatangMaynilaSurf Plans and LTE Mobile WiFi devices, we aim to provide students and teachers with access to the online educational resources they need.”

Globe Business' BatangMaynilaSurf data plan is specifically engineered to help students focus on their school activities and gain a virtual space that keeps them safe from the health risks caused by COVID-19. The custom-built plan allows students to access school-related websites and applications only. The plan is also already pre-activated upon distribution, with Globe refreshing the data allocation monthly through its Load Up platform.

Aside from being a trusted provider of digital solutions, Globe continues to work with local government units to build cell sites across the country. These towers, which are responsible for amplifying communication signals, enable individuals and businesses to gain better connectivity. With the World Health Organization (WHO) deeming cell sites to be a non-health hazard, Globe hopes that more organizations, like the city government of Manila, will give their full support as the telco works to create first-world internet through ICT infrastructure growth, network upgrades, and deployment of cellular towers.

There’s no better time to be connected than now. Get in touch with your dedicated Globe Business Account Manager to discover how you can propel your business’ digital transformation. Visit our website to learn more about our data plans, ICT solutions, and other digital services

GCash supports safety of BPO employees

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As the Philippines slowly reopens the economy amid the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the country, entrepreneurs and employers alike are prioritizing the health and safety of its customers and employees.

To maintain social distance and minimize the risk of spreading COVID-19, salaries, incentives, and allowances are best dispersed through cashless channels. GCash for Business, the enterprise arm of the country’s leading mobile wallet, offers a wide range of business solutions which allow both merchants and users to enjoy a safe and secure cashless experience. It allows businesses to distribute payroll and allowances to employees through their GCash e-wallets, which can be linked to a GCash MasterCard.

“Even before the pandemic, GCash played a big role in ensuring the safety of employees of Teletech, a global customer experience services and technology innovator who has won awards for being a top employer in the Philippines” said Luigi Reyes, VP for Enterprise of GCash.

The GCash rewards helped Teletech achieve its goal of gamifying their team’s career path and engagement in a high-touch environment with the launch of the Gamified Talent Engine (GTE). The GCash app gave the employees the liberty to choose the rewards they wanted in a convenient manner in exchange for participation in the program. In some cases, those rewards could be used for daily necessities which helped employees save cash. Adam Jove, one of Teletech’s customer representatives who has been working for the company for seven years, was able to trade his GCash points to buy maintenance medicines to treat his medical condition. GTE Director Jan Rodriguez, added that they observed high utilization of rewards through GCash for supermarket and drugstore redemptions, as they helped usher employees to maximize their benefits while keeping transactions easy and contactless.

Teletech PH Regional Lead Paul Doctolero saw employee participation in wellness programs improve with GCash. “Who wouldn't want to interact, learn, and at the same time get incentives? Self-improvement is in demand and with this platform, you can do it whenever and wherever.” he said.

Globe Fintech Innovations Inc. (Mynt), which operates GCash, is part of the portfolio companies of 917Ventures, the largest corporate incubator in the Philippines wholly-owned by Globe Telecom Inc.

GCash is available for download on the App Store and Google Play. For more information, kindly visit https://www.gcash.com/.

A Quick Guide on How to Use and Activate ShopeePay

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How to Activate ShopeePay:

1.) On the “Me” tab in the Shopee app, tap “ShopeePay” then “Set Up ShopeePay”

2.) Enter your personal information and the check your phone to receive the One Time Password (OTP)

3.) Create and confirm your ShopeePay PIN

How to Use ShopeePay

Before being able to pay for any purchases, you need to top up your ShopeePay wallet

1.) Top up your ShopeePay wallet

- Tap “Top Up” and select the denomination

- Pay for your Top-Up via the available payment centers/options

Once Shopee confirms your payment, the Top Up amount will automatically enter into your ShopeePay wallet. Now your ShopeePaywallet is ready for you to use!

2.) Select ShopeePay as Payment Method

- After checkout, tap “Payment Option”

- Tap “ShopeePay” as the payment method

3.) Pay for your purchase with ShopeePay

- Tap “Confirm” to use ShopeePay for your purchase

- Your ShopeePay balance will immediately deduct the paid amount.

You can learn more about ShopeePay on this link https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay

Google Philippines celebrates Dolphy’s 92nd birthday with Doodle!

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Today, Google Philippines celebrates the 92nd birthday of the comedian, actor, producer, and philanthropist Rodolfo ‘Dolphy’ Quizon with a doodle. This illustrates the country’s King of Comedy whose charm and humor warmed hearts and made him a household name among millions of Filipinos.

Born on this day in 1928 in Manila, Dolphy’s interest with the performing arts began in his childhood when he was selling peanuts and watermelon seeds at movie theaters. Able to watch movies for free, the young Dolphy started dreaming of becoming an actor and landed his first small film role at age 19. This was followed by years of hard work and success in film and radio before he made his big television debut with the 1960s series “Buhay Artista” (“Actor’s Life”). 

Dolphy cemented his legacy in the industry with one of his most iconic roles in the family sitcom “John en Marsha” (“John and Marsha”).  The series ran through the ‘70s and ‘80s and was so popular that the actor went on to produce nine spin-off films through his own production company, RVQ Productions. The following decade, he proved that comedy never goes out of style as he starred as single father Kevin Kosme in the classic series “Home Along da Riles”.

With a career spanning over six decades and more than 200 movies and multiple long-running television shows under his belt, Dolphy became one of the pillars of the Philippine entertainment industry. He also founded the Dolphy Aid Para sa Pinoy Foundation which provided scholarships to children of overseas Filipino workers.

In honor of his contributions to show business and a lifetime of philanthropy, Dolphy was conferred the Philippines’ Grand Collar of the Order of the Golden Heart in 2010.

“Google Philippines is proud to showcase one of our country’s iconic entertainment personalities to the world,” said Mervin Wenke, Head of Communications and Public Affairs for Google Philippines. “Through this Google Doodle, we recognize and pay tribute to Dolphy’s remarkable talent and passion which have made a significant impact in the local entertainment industry, bringing laughter to generations of Filipinos. We hope that today, everyone is reminded of Dolphy’s legacy and how he taught everyone to find joy in everyday life.”

His gift of comedy and laughter lives on among his family members and across generations, and continues to inspire many comedians in the industry. Join Google in honoring the King of Comedy on his birthday by sharing a heartfelt message with the hashtag #GoogleDoodleForDolphy. 

To see the actual doodle, visit google.com or google.com/doodles.