5 Reasons to Upgrade to a Smart Home to Improve Quality of Life

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Living in a smart home is not just about having a house brimming with technological advancements. In reality, having smart things at home can make life less stressful, and more convenient that day-to-day tasks can turn into worry-free activities rather than tiresome chores.  Here are reasons why upgrading to smart home appliances is a must: 

1. Multitask freely with smart devices features

A voice-powered digital home assistant can be the best friend of busy homeowners. The Samsung Bixby can help one power through the day when multitasking at home. A quick command to turn on the Samsung Wind Free Plus™ while driving on the way home, for example, can ensure that home is comfortably cool even before arriving. With Bixby, temperature and settings can also be instantly turned on or adjusted so that other activities such as exercising at home remain uninterrupted. Room temperature setting can be optimized with its AI Auto Cooling feature, based on usage patterns and room conditions.

2. Save on energy and electricity bills 

A smart appliance isn’t really smart if operation is not efficient enough to save one on cost. Samsung WindFree Plus has a Motion Detector Sensor that can detect human movement so that if there are no motions after 20 minutes, settings automatically switch to a Wind Free™ mode to save energy.

Samsung’s 90 sqm Air Purifier on the other hand is another energy saver appliance. It has an Auto Mode feature that senses the air pollution levels and automatically adjusts the power and fan speed thus saving effort and reducing energy use.

3. Personalized recommendations

With Samsung’s SmartThings app as a home automation system, clothing items can be well taken care of. The Samsung WD17N7510KV Washer Dryer’s Laundry Recipe intelligently assists in choosing the best cycle depending on the fabric and type of clothing. The SmartThings app can be even controlled from different rooms. One can receive notifications on the phone once the laundry is done.

SmartThings

Also, the Samsung AirDresser has a Care Recipe function on the SmartThings app that uses AI and user data to suggest the best cycle for delicate clothing. Having a dry cleaning appliance at home is just the perfect solution in making sure that delicate garments are also sanitized, freshened, and cleaned.

4. Maximize time anytime anywhere

The Samsung Family Hub™ gives a more intelligent way of living, from setting alarms, recommending recipes, and even starting phone calls via Bluetooth—hands free. Its Recipes and Meal Planner feature can suggest what kind of meal to cook based on taste preference, and contents in the fridge.

With the Samsung Family Hub™, one can take charge and control smart appliances and IoT devices. With a few commands and taps on the Family Board, devices can be turned on/off and apps can be opened, adjusted, coordinated, and controlled to limit power usage without having to leave the kitchen while cooking. Family members can even share pictures, videos, notes, and schedules for easier coordination or bond by watching TV or singing to their favorite tunes while prepping in the kitchen by also using the Family Board.

Samsung Family Hub™’s  Recipes & Meal Planner

Quality of life at home can be improved in a whole lot more ways, but having a smart home sure is a great start. Make life easier with these innovative appliances that are meant to help make life more convenient.

Get those dream appliances on Samsung’s ongoing Flexideals Promo and enjoy up to 3 flexible payment options. 

Choose from the straight cash discount of up to 20% off, 12 month 0% installment plans, or Home Credit or In-House Financing. Promo runs until October 31 only, so hurry to score the best possible deals! Visit SamsungPH on Facebook and samsung.com/ph/offer/2020/flexideals/ to know more about the

Flexideals promo, and other participating products. 

PayMaya supports teachers and students as schools open nationwide

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As the entire country prepares for the official start of the new school year under the New Normal, digital financial services leader PayMaya is helping teachers and their students through various promos and programs.  

 

"We are one with the entire country in helping ensure that our teachers and students can thrive even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the education sector shifts to digital, they deserve all the support through the relevant technologies," said Orlando B. Vea, Founder and CEO of PayMaya. 

An estimated 30 million teachers, school personnel, and students are adopting to the radical shift of classes from face-to-face to online this school year. The figure corresponds to close to 28% of our country's total population. 

Financial inclusion for teachers

In partnership with Gabay Guro, the flagship advocacy program for teachers of the PLDT-Smart Foundation, PayMaya aims to encourage teachers to open their own financial accounts so they can easily participate in the digital economy. 

PayMaya will serve as the "e-Wallet" of the newly-launched Gabay Guro app, enabling teachers to do basic financial transactions such as sending money, paying their bills and purchases, and buying airtime load. They can also gain extra income opportunities as well, aside from being able to access teaching tools, resources, and the Gabay Guro online community. 

By embedding PayMaya's functionalities within the Gabay Guro app, PLDT-Smart Foundation and PayMaya are promoting digital financial inclusion and financial stewardship among our teachers. 

PayMaya will also be working with PLDT-Smart Foundation in integrating financial education with current Gabay Guro online trainings to help teachers manage their finances better. 

More rewarding experience for our educators and students 

 

To encourage our country's more than 1 million teachers nationwide to open their own financial accounts, PayMaya is giving away P300,000 worth of prizes in time for the Gabay Guro Grand Gathering happening on October 3. 

 

All teachers have to do is download the PayMaya app, register for an account using their mobile number, and enter PYMYGABAYGURO as the referral code in the field provided to qualify for the raffle promo running from October 3 to 10, 2020. Teachers will have the chance to be one of one hundred winners of P1,000, ten winners of P10,000, or the sole grand raffle prize winner of P100,000.

 

Meanwhile, teachers and students likewise can safely and conveniently avail of discounted mobile data packages for online schooling through the PayMaya app, no matter what mobile network they are using.

 

They simply have to go to the Shop section of the PayMaya app to purchase the mobile data package that they need, which they can send to their own or another person's mobile number. The discount amount will be sent to their account via a cashback voucher which they can also redeem within the app.

Getting PayMaya and going cashless is very easy. Teachers just have to download the PayMaya app for Android or iOS here, register for an account using their mobile number, and they can instantly use the app to do various financial transactions.

 

The much-anticipated Gabay Guro yearly event in honor of our educators serves as the culmination of the National Teachers’ Month, celebrated every Sept. 5 until Oct. 5, which is World Teachers’ Day. October 5 also coincides with the official start of the new school year under the New Normal, with online classes becoming the practice as community health quarantine measures are still in place due to the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic.   

 

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, and government. Aside from providing payments acceptance for the largest e-Commerce, food, retail, and gas merchants in the Philippines, PayMaya enables national and social services agencies as well as local government units with digital payments and disbursement services.

Century Park Hotel Looks Back At Four Fondest Memories As It Celebrates Its 44th Anniversary

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2020 has been a tough year for all of us with the pandemic that is still going on, turning everyone’s lives upside down. Despite the predicament that we are facing, Filipinos still manifest that unrelenting spirit of resilience and optimism. Upholding these values, Century Park Hotel Manila (CPH) commemorates its 44th anniversary this year with a hopeful heart that in no time, these four fondest and sublime moments will all take shape again. 

Narrowing down the list to only four was extremely hard since all those years were replete with countless memories that made the hotel a hive of joyful activities and life milestones.  We would have wanted to spend this special occasion with you since we already miss the warmth of your presence and the pleasure of socializing but for now, let us take you to a trip down memory lane.

1. Christmas Tree Lighting

It is that time of the year again! The lighting of the Giant Christmas Tree at the Atrium Lounge has been a tradition at the hotel for a long time. This magical ceremony led by the owner Dr. Lucio Tan and his wife Carmen Tan has been highly anticipated every year not only by its employees but also by every hotel goer. 

The fabulous ornaments and decorations all over this masterpiece evoke that happy yuletide feeling making the Atrium Lounge ideal for merrymaking during this season. Being a feast on the eyes, every guest just loves taking photos with this magnificent creation in the background. It is no wonder why our Instagram bursts with notifications and tags during this time.

2. Wedding, Birthday Celebrations and Other Events 

 

For a lot of couples, Century Park Hotel was where their road to forever started off. With 14 fabulously-appointed function rooms, CPH has been a witness to colorful and significant life events through the years. With the classy setup of the hotel’s venues adorned further by the stylists, every occasion is truly one for the books. 

Birthdays are always a blast at Century Park Hotel with all the exciting deals and offerings at the hotel’s dining outlets every year. In fact, even the very dynamic Yorme Francisco Isko Moreno once paid a visit at the hotel to celebrate his special day.

 

This month of September could have also been the commencement of the annual Miss Earth pageant. In the past three years, the hotel has been a home to some of the Earth warriors from all over the world and hosted some of the major activities of the pageant such as the National Costume Presentation. Nothing is as grand as seeing these ladies showing off so much glamor but at the same time gathering for a great cause. 

 

3. Staycations and Recreations

Our doors are still closed for staycations and we cannot help but reminisce those days when we welcome you at the reception with beaming smiles. Century Park Hotel is known for its excellent service that is true to the brand of Filipino hospitality. A lot of guests, both local and foreign, already fell in love with the hotel’s cozy atmosphere and the warm accommodation of our staff. It gets them coming back. 

 

Leisurely activities are also part of the package. The pool and jacuzzi in the hotel have been the go-to spot of stay-in guests where they can have a quick getaway at the heart of the city. We also feel energized as we think back to those workouts and fun exercises you enjoyed doing at our Fitness Center. 

 

With the inquiries we have been receiving, we know that you already miss the relaxing and leisurely staycations. Hang on tight as we prepare a hotel experience that is attuned to the new normal.

 

4. Limitless Food Options

Four dining outlets each with something unique to offer made Century Park Hotel a culinary haven for all foodies over the years. For Japanese food cravings, there is nowhere to go but Century Tsukiji Restaurant known for serving award-winning cuisines and delectable inventions. To satisfy your sweet tooth, the Deli Snack has been concocting the best breads, cakes and pastries in town. 

 

Good times never stop at the hotel’s Atrium Lounge with its lineup of classic cocktails, beverages and other scrumptious bites. Who will even forget the savory platters of meat and other luscious cuisines at the Cafe in the Park? 

For now, you may enjoy your classic favorites at the Atrium Lounge as well as avail of our Food On-The-Go selections at bit.ly/CPHMenu but soon enough, there will be more on the table.

 

Memories come flooding back as we continue revisiting the past and it only gets us missing them all the more.  However, on our 44th anniversary, Century Park Hotel is delighted to say that this very special occasion marks the beginning of a merrier time ahead because some things will be coming back before you know it. 

 

If you have been at Century Park Hotel, you should also have your own beautiful story to tell which we would love to hear. Share this, mention Century Park Hotel and use the hashtag #CenturyParkHotelat44.

 

To know more about Century Park Hotel, visit www.centurypark.com or contact information@centurypark.com.ph and telephone number: (632) 528-8888.

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AC Health, 917Ventures urge doctors nationwide to embrace telehealth

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The pandemic has fully disrupted healthcare in the Philippines. Thousands nationwide are unable to visit medical centers given the risks, the social distancing measures in place, and even the lack of transportation available. As such, Ayala Healthcare Holdings, Inc. (AC Health), the healthcare arm of the Ayala Group, and 917Ventures, a wholly-owned corporate incubator of Globe, are urging doctors nationwide to embrace telehealth to address the primary healthcare needs of patients. 

Many doctors are also struggling to find the chance to talk to patients face-to-face. Thus, Paolo Borromeo, AC Health President and CEO, said it is time for medical practitioners to explore telehealth services like HealthNow to reach their patients faster, easier, and in a more convenient and safe manner.

“Our goal is to give new opportunities for doctors all over the country, particularly those outside Metro Manila, to meet their patients. With HealthNow, everything is done digitally and the entire process is very simple and easy to use. Ultimately, we believe that health technology is a key enabler to our network, and that through this platform, we can provide care whenever or wherever our patients need us,” said Borromeo.

HealthNow, powered by AC Health’s Vigos Health and Globe’s 917Ventures, is a primary care platform that offers telemedicine consultations, online medicine ordering and delivery, and clinic and diagnostic testing booking. It allows doctors to practice their profession anytime and anywhere in order to attend to more patients and support continuity of care, while managing their time and schedule.

Vince Yamat, 917Ventures Managing Partner, said:  “We are here to help solve problems beyond connectivity in the areas of education, health, e-commerce, and other sectors. That is why we  build, operate, and scale new businesses like HealthNow.  We believe in the importance of telehealth today more than ever.  As patient demand shifts to digital health, we encourage our medical community to join HealthNow so that together we can continue to serve the healthcare needs of the Filipino people.”

The platform provides an opportunity for doctors to reach and serve a wider patient base. Beyond providing access to easy teleconsultation solutions and securing medical records, HealthNow also allows doctors to seamlessly monitor and assist in the journey of their patients. 

By joining HealthNow, doctors have free use of an Electronic Medical Record platform which includes medical charting, e-prescription, and doctor and diagnostic referrals. They can also accept virtual consultations and in-person appointments through a schedule management tool. 

HealthNow connects a patient to a licensed physician for consultation through the use of video technology. Patients can select their preferred doctors. Once appointment is confirmed, the licensed physician may collect clinical history, create a treatment plan, render medical advice, recommend the conduct of diagnostic procedures and prescribe medication, provide follow-up care, and/or refer the patient to another physician, clinic, or hospital. This is similar to the procedure during a regular clinic visit.

HealthNow also provides a platform that allows users to order medicines from licensed pharmacies and schedule an appointment for outpatient services through partner clinics and laboratories.

HealthNow app is available in Google Play for Android and the App Store for iOS. For interested doctors, they may apply at https://provider.healthnow.ph/.

AN ONLINE TREAT FOR THE LOYAL KACHERRY- CHERRY’S Exclusive and Awesome Deals only at Cherry Shop Online Storeu ntil October 4, 2020

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Following the launch of CHERRY’s One Ecosystem, CHERRY also launched its first and official online store, www.cherryshop.ph. In celebration of the online store opening, exclusive deals and awesome surprises are being offered to its valued customers until October 4, 2020. 

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