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October 16, 2020

Ianna stirs positivity and share her blessings through “Pinapa” Dance Challenge

Young singer Ianna Dela Torre has found a way to share her blessings by challenging the creativity of her followers through a dance challenge of her bubbly track “Pinapa.”

Ianna opted to launch the said project instead of holding a grand debut celebration which would have taken place last March, when the strict lockdown measures due to COVID-19 were first imposed.

“My manager Tito Joel and my family decided to divert some of the funds to help our Kababayans in the time of pandemic. I wanted to share positivity and spread love through the song,” she shared.

“Pinapa” was the talented vocalist’s carrier single from her debut album released this year. It was composed by two-time Himig Handog finals placer David Dimaguila, and is a fun take on a millennial love-hate relationship story, including the occasional disapproval of one’s family members to the other.

“The meaning of ‘Pinapa’ in the song are ‘pinapatawad,’ ‘pinapakilig,’ ‘pinapasaya.’ What stuck to me the most is ‘pinapatawad,’ because even if others do us wrong, we must always forgive and spread good vibes,” Ianna said.

Meanwhile, winners for the #PINAPADanceChallenge were finally revealed, with Mastermind taking the 1st place with 284K combined YouTube and Facebook views, shares, and comments, followed by 2nd placer Sugar and Spice with 121K combined YT and FB views, shares, and comments, and 3rd placer Kwader Knows with 89K combined YT and FB views, shares, and comments. Ten participants also received consolation prizes, while PHILXPOSE was awarded as the “Most Creative Concept Dance Challenger.”

Watch the dance video of Ianna’s “Pinapa” and listen to her eponymous debut album, out now on various digital music streaming platforms. For more details, like Star Music on Facebook (www.facebook.com/starmusicph), and follow it on Twitter and Instagram (@StarMusicPH).

Up to 1M Worth of Discounts at Carousell’s "Great Property Sale"

Carousell (formerly OLX) , one of the world’s largest and fastest growing online classifieds, will be holding “The Great Property Sale”, a month-long campaign gathering the best real estate deals online. Up to one million pesos in discounts are offered to potential buyers as the world shifts to a work-from-home arrangement brought about by the pandemic.

In the emerging world of digital ecosystems, the real estate sector is on the threshold of significant change. Traditionally, the industry was about developing, operating, maintaining, and selling assets. But recent global trends suggest a more welcoming shift towards customer centricity. With many buyers keen for solutions from a digital standpoint, massive value will be in play such as simplifying the tedious home buying journey of interested property buyers.

Running from October 12 - November 12, 2020, “The Great Property Sale” offers a wide variety of selection in homes, properties, and condominiums with hundreds of fresh listings daily. It guarantees a hassle-free experience of browsing and buying properties online guaranteed with quality listings and convenience through the Carousell platform. Major property developers such as Suntrust Properties, Damosa Land and Zobelle 88 Construction and Development Corp. will be offering significant discounts during the promo period. Those looking for foreclosed properties will also find listings from BPI Buena Mano.

Shine Resurreccion, Head of Property at Carousell Philippines shared, “Carousell has witnessed the challenges of finding properties and homes, especially during these unprecedented times. A lot of Filipinos are trying to rise above the limitations this pandemic has posed; whether it's through relocation or investment opportunities. With “The Great Property Sale”, the nation will gain access to curated collection of properties from a trustworthy pool of real estate brokers, entrepreneurs, and property developers to help them kickstart their home journey.”

“The Great Property Sale” will be a curated collection of valuable properties available in Metro Manila, Cavite, Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna, Pampanga and Cebu City. If you are from the real estate community and would like to include your listings, you may email ask.phproperty@thecarousell.com for inquiries.

For more information on “The Great Property Sale,” visit www.carousell.ph.

About Carousell

Carousell is a classifieds marketplace that makes selling as easy as taking a photo, buying as simple as chatting. Launched in August 2012, Carousell began in Singapore and is now one of the world's largest and fastest growing marketplaces in eight markets across Southeast Asia, Taiwan and Hong Kong. Carousell is backed by Telenor Group, Rakuten Ventures, Naver, Sequoia Capital, and Naspers. In the Philippines, OLX joins Carousell to bring consumers a diverse range of products across a variety of categories, including autos, property, lifestyle, gadgets and fashion accessories. Download the app for iOS or Android, and visit www.carousell.com for more information.

Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T now in the Philippines

Xiaomi launched the Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T in The Philippines. The flagship Mi 10T Pro takes creating and exploring to the next level, with unmatched specs in its class. Mi 10T continues to push boundaries, delivering top-notch experiences for everyone from working professionals, to streaming enthusiasts and mobile gamers.

Priced at PHP 19,990 for Mi 10T and PHP 24,990 for Mi 10T Pro, the flagship models are amongst the best-in-class high-performance smartphones.

Along with the local announcement of the two smartphones, Xiaomi’s very first smartwatch, Mi Watch, and Mi 65W Fast Charger with GaN tech were also introduced into the Filippino market, further expanding the brand’s range of technologically advanced IoT-connected smart hardware products.

Mark Li, General Manager of The Philippines, Xiaomi, announced Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T, and said, “Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T were born to be wonderful in all aspects; they are next-level 5G flagship devices designed to shake up the status quo in the global flagship smartphone market with their premium specs and accessible pricing points. Their uncompromised performance, elegant design and innovative capability once again demonstrate Xiaomi’s commitment to offering Filippino customers and Mi Fans superior user experiences and empower their creativity.”

Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T: Taking mobile creativity and exploration to the next level

Xiaomi Mi 10T 5G specs:

6.67-inch FHD+ 144Hz Adaptive Sync display

Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (front & back)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC

Adreno 650 GPU

6GB, 8GB LPDDR5 RAM

128GB UFS 3.1

Triple-rear cameras:

• 64MP main

• 13MP ultra-wide

• 5MP macro

20MP front camera

Dual-SIM

5G, 4G LTE

WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax

Bluetooth 5.1

NFC

Dual-band GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS

IR Blaster

USB Type-C

Fingerprint scanner (side)

Face Unlock

Stereo Speakers

Hi-Res Audio certified

MIUI 12 (Android 10)

5,000mAh battery w/ 33W fast charging

165.1 x 76.4 x 9.33 mm

218 g

Black, Silver

Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro 5G specs:

6.67-inch FHD+ 144Hz Adaptive Sync display

Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (front & back)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC

Adreno 650 GPU

8GB LPDDR5 RAM

128GB, 256GB UFS 3.1

Triple-rear cameras:

• 108MP main, OIS

• 13MP ultra-wide

• 5MP macro

20MP front camera

Dual-SIM

5G, 4G LTE

WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax

Bluetooth 5.1

NFC

Dual-band GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS

IR Blaster

USB Type-C

Fingerprint scanner (side)

Face Unlock

Stereo Speakers

Hi-Res Audio certified

MIUI 12 (Android 10)

5,000mAh battery w/ 33W fast charging

165.1 x 76.4 x 9.33 mm

218 g

Black, Silver, Blue

Sales Info of Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro

Mi 10T will be initially available in two colors, Lunar Silver and Cosmic Black, whereas Mi 10T Pro will be available in three colors, Aurora Blue, Lunar Silver and Cosmic Black.

Starting from October 16, Mi 10T will be retailed at PHP 19,990 for 6GB + 128GB variant and at PHP 20,990 for 8GB + 128GB variant, whereas Mi 10T Pro at PHP 24,990 for 8GB + 256GB variant.

As part of the first sale on Lazada on October 16, a flash sale campaign will be held starting from 00:00. 6GB + 128GB variant of Mi 10T will be available at PHP 17,990, a drop from PHP 19,990; and 8GB + 256GB variant of Mi 10T Pro will be available at PHP 24,990 and each buyer of this product will receive a FREE set of Premium Speaker Gift* which is worth PHP 1,399. Additional vouchers of PHP 1,000 in limited quantity will also be given to consumers of Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro.

At the official online store on Shopee, Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T will be available for purchase starting from October 23.

Pre-order: these new smartphones will be available for pre-order at official offline channels from October 16 to 22:

*Product*	*Offline Platform*	**Free gifts (per purchase of one unit)***
*Mi 10T Pro*	Authorized Mi Stores	Mi Electric Scooter Essential (PHP 14,990) or Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic + Premium Speaker Gift Set (PHP 5,000)
*Mi 10T Pro &* Mi 10T	Authorized Mi Zones	Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic + Premium Speaker Gift Set (PHP 5,000)
*Mi 10T Pro &* Mi 10T	Authorized Mi Zones

*Gifts come in limited units and are on a first-come-first-served basis only. Standard terms and conditions apply.

In addition, each buyer of Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T will be given:

● a six-month Netflix mobile subscription as a complimentary gift, with which users will be able to binge watch their favorite shows on their new smartphones, and

● **Premium Services which include a 24-month local warranty plus a single accidental damage coverage on the screen within 6 months of purchase from October 16, 2020 to December 31, 2021. Standard terms and conditions apply.

Mi Watch: Empower an active life with styles and features to love

Making its debut, Mi Watch is Xiaomi’s very first smartwatch model for the global market. As a brand new addition to Xiaomi’s wearable product lineup, Mi Watch is made to empower active lifestyles of all kinds.

Featuring a 1.39’’ bright AMOLED panel and a dedicated sports button on the side, Mi Watch provides users instant access to a smorgasbord of 117 exercise modes. To comprehensively oversight one's health, it packs six different sensors and GPS to offer key health metrics and environmental data, for example, heart rate, blood oxygen level, and air pressure. The device is ultra light-weight and long lasting – perfect for continuous everyday use. After only two hours of charging, it offers an outstanding 16 days of battery life. Additionally, Mi Watch supports an array of features including over 100 watch faces, camera remote function, native emojis on notifications, voice control, and more.

Mi Watch will arrive in The Philippines at a later stage, when its price and sales channels will be announced.

Mi 65W Fast Charger with GaN tech

To keep up with your power needs, Xiaomi also launched Mi 65W Fast Charger with GaN tech. Packing a powerful punch into a compact design that is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, Mi 65W Fast Charger is able to swiftly charge your smartphone, laptop, and game console. Starting at a recommended retail price of PHP 1,399, Mi 65W Fast Charger will be available for purchase on October 23.

For product images please refer to Mi 10T Pro, Mi 10T, Mi Watch, Mi 65W Fast Charger with GaN Tech

For product one-pagers please refer to the link here.

For more information on the launch of Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T or on Xiaomi Philippines, please visit Xiaomi official website and information portal at https://www.mi.com/ph/, or drop by their official social media pages at https://www.facebook.com/XiaomiPhilippines (Facebook) and https://www.instagram.com/mi_philippines/ (Instagram) for other exciting updates.

About Xiaomi Corporation

Xiaomi Corporation was founded in April 2010 and listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on July 9, 2018 (1810.HK). Xiaomi is an internet company with smartphones and smart hardware connected by an Internet of Things (IoT) platform at its core.

With an equal emphasis on innovation and quality, Xiaomi continuously pursues a high-quality user experience and operational efficiency. The company relentlessly builds amazing products with honest prices to let everyone in the world enjoy a better life through innovative technology.

Xiaomi is currently the world’s fourth-largest smartphone brand and has established the world’s leading consumer IoT platform, with 271 million smart devices connected to its platform, excluding smartphones and laptops. Xiaomi products are present in more than 90 markets around the world.

In August 2020, the company made the Fortune Global 500 list for the second time, ranking 422nd, up 46 places compared to last year. It also ranked 7th among internet companies on the list. In May 2020, the company made the Forbes Global 2000 List again, and its ranking jumped to 384th.

Xiaomi is a constituent of the Hang Seng Index, Hang Seng China Enterprises Index, and Hang Seng TECH Index.

For more information about the company, please visit https://blog.mi.com/en/.

Max’s celebrates 75 years of Sarap-To-The-Bones®

October 18, 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of Max’s Restaurant – a beloved culinary heritage brand. In a year that has seen unprecedented changes in the way we work, live, and eat, it is a remarkable milestone, nonetheless, that deserves to be celebrated.

From its humble origins along Scout Tuazon in post-World War II Philippines - serving American troops delicious, tender, juicy, and crispy fried chicken - this once-simple cafe started by Maximo Gimenez and his niece Ruby Trota has since expanded into a global household name and a proud Filipino tradition, not just in the Philippines but across the United States, Canada, the Middle East, and Singapore.

This coming Sunday, over 160 Max’s Restaurants will be celebrating this proud family legacy that continues to this day, led by the Trota and Fuentebella families.

For 75 years, Max’s has consistently delighted customers near and far with honest-to-goodness food, anchored by its famous Sarap-To-The-Bones® Fried Chicken and renditions of classic local dishes that have long-established this homegrown success story as the flagship of Filipino culture and cuisine. Now, even as social distancing remains a top priority and staying at home is encouraged, “The House That Fried Chicken Built” continues to be there for every kind of family who comes together and celebrates their occasions, big and small—wherever, however, and whomever they choose to do it with.

“2020 has certainly been an extraordinary year for us and if there’s one thing that we can take away from being around for 75 years, it is to stay true to our purpose,” said Mark De Joya, Operations & Marketing Director of Max’s Restaurant. “At Max’s, we stand by our promise that has driven us for the past 75 years and will continue to do so in the years ahead, here and across the globe: to bring families together.”

In honor of this special occasion, Max’s is introducing a series of birthday that are sure to give customers a delightful experience, whether they choose to dine-in, takeout, or order for delivery.

First up, families who dine-in on October 18 automatically get 75% OFF their regular Fried Chicken with every order of Max’s 75th Blowout Bundle that includes one Sinigang na Tiyan ng Bangus, Sizzling Tofu, and a regular Pancit Canton; priced at P957. What’s more, Max’s Rewards cardholders can enjoy the exclusive perk of having their favorite Fried Chicken for P75 ONLY. Talk about a truly Sarap-To-The-Bones® premium deal! These promos are valid for dine-in transactions only on October 18, 2020. Available in all stores nationwide.

Prefer to enjoy your Max’s in the comfort of your own home? Well, with every order of the Max’s 75th Delivery Blowout Bundle (P1,324) that comes with one regular Fried Chicken, Sinigang na Tiyan ng Bangus, and Sizzling Tofu, simply add P75 to get your choice of Max’s 75 Specials - whether it’s a regular Pancit Canton, Lumpiang Shanghai or Sweet & Sour Fish Fillet. This promo is valid for delivery transactions only on October 18, 2020. Available in all stores nationwide.

“As a show of appreciation to all our loyal customers for the past 75 years, we offer these special deals so they can join us in celebrating our anniversary. Looking ahead, we remain committed to be there for every kind of family in the moments they choose to come together and support it with our quality meals and exceptional service,” added De Joya.

For more information, please Max’s official Facebook Page - Max’s Restaurant (www.facebook.com/maxsrestaurant).

October 15, 2020

Top Up on ShopeePay and Stand a Chance to Win ₱50,000 this Shopee Payday Sale ! From October 15 to 16, users can enjoy discounts and promos on Shopee Payday Sale

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, celebrates its Shopee Payday Sale from October 15 to 16 with deals and discounts up to 90% off, and a chance to win up to ₱50,000 ShopeePay credits. Shoppers can also look forward to free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend, super deals up to 50% off, all-day ₱1 flash deals, and over 1500 shop vouchers to claim.

Additionally, Shopee users can join Lucky Draw by topping up their ShopeePay wallets from October 15 to 21. Participating users will get a chance to win vouchers, Shopee coins or ₱50,000 worth of ShopeePay credits.

Here’s how to join Lucky Draw: