ARE YOU READY FOR THE “NEW NORMAL?” Grab These Must-have Essentials

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As stringent health protocols start to loosen and the country gradually shifts to the new normal, now is the most crucial time to be vigilant of your welfare and of your loved ones. 

Be a smart and responsible head of the household with these relevant and cost-efficient health essentials and know exactly when they would come in handy: 

CHERRY ION, CHERRY ION LITE, AND 2-IN-ONE DISINFECTING LAMP WITH POWERBANK 

For personal wearables while on-the-go. Cherry offers extra protection with its personal wearable air purifiers that come in two variants. The Cherry Ion, which is perfect for daily commute and spending long hours outside your home, emits 50 million/cm3 negative ions and lasts up to 12 hours. It is priced at P3,500 for regular colors and P3,700 for limited editions. Cherry Ion Lite, a lighter and more affordable option, emits up to 20 million negative ions and gives up to 8 hours of maximum protection. It is best for quick grocery runs and outdoor errands, available at only P2,300. Both are proven to help reduce bacteria, germs, allergens, and other airborne viruses within a 3-feet radius as well as prevent colds, flu, hay fever, and asthma. Pair your Cherry Ion or Cherry Ion Lite with your everyday outfit. 

For added protection anytime, anywhere. Copping Cherry’s 2-in-1 Disinfecting Lamp with powerbank is like hitting two birds with one stone! This portable device is very easy to use and has UVC that is proven to kill 99.9% of germs on surfaces. It also has 6000mAh battery capacity, 3 watts, and conveniently comes with 2 USB ports—ideal for charging your smart gadgets. You may get it for a very affordable price of P1,399. 

CHERRY CAR IONIZER WITH AIR PURIFIER 

For extra protection while inside your car. Stay at ease while embracing your spontaneous side with Cherry Car Ionizer with Air Purifier, a portable travel essential that fits any cup holder and emits up to 20 million negative ions. It also has 360° purification coverage, giving you that maximum indoor protection. Car rides has never felt this safe. Buy it for only P2,500. 

CHERRY AIR PURIFIER SELECTION 

For all-around room essentials. Looking for a household appliance that provides all-out protection for you and your whole family? Level up the safety and comfort in every room with Cherry Essentials’ wide range of air purifiers: 

· Cherry Ionizer with Humidifier and Air Purifier- This gives off as much as 170 million negative ions, provides 4-stage air purification, has 99.98% purification rate, and even improves quality of sleep. Grab this portable essential for P4,000. 

· Cherry Air Purifier (AP-01)-This is the most affordable among the list with an SRP of P3,500. It can effectively purify a 30sqm. room and is relatively lighter at 3.5kgs. 

· Cherry UVC Air Purifier (AP-02)- This is a unique option as it has built-in UV lamp that kills 99.9% of bacteria, giving an extra layer of protection aside from its 6-stage air purification. You can bring it home for P5,000. 

· Cherry Air Purifier (AP-100)- This variant is equipped with 4-stage Filtration System, UV light disinfection, and is perfect for a 50sqm. room as it has 420m3/hr CADR. It weighs a bit less at 6.5kgs and is 570mm tall. It is available for P8,990. 

· Cherry Air Purifier (AP-300)- This top-of-the-line variant which has the biggest coverage of as much as 60sqm. and has a Clean Air Delivery rate (CADR) of 500m3/hr, is priced at P11,900. It also has 6-stage Filtration System and UV light disinfection. It is 810mm high and weighs 9kgs. 

All variants are reliable with 99.98% purification rate and each are designed to keep hotels, offices, rental units and different parts of your home free from allergens, bacteria, and other airborne viruses. 

SMART UVC DISINFECTING LAMP AND CHERRY UV STERILIZER CABINET 

For keeping your housewares clean. Get rid of harmful bacteria and viruses by using the Cherry UV Sterilizer Cabinet. It lets you disinfect your utensils simultaneously with its 10L capacity and 5,000-hour lamp life so keeping them safe and sterile would never feel like an added chore. Get this for only P3,800. 

For freeing surfaces from harmful viruses and bacteria. As the new normal starts to transpire, there has also been an increase in the use of UVC to keep common areas safe and clean. What’s stopping you from bringing this useful innovation at home? Lower the risk of transmission among your loved ones by getting the Smart UVC Disinfecting Lamp. It has 36 watts UVC that kills 99.9% of germs. It also has 2-way control, allowing you to conveniently use it with your smartphone or manually, wherever you’re most comfortable. Get one at home for only P2,999. 

Be safe and sound with these Cherry Essentials must-have. All available at www.cherryshop.com.ph. 

Wishing for a brand new mobile phone? Christmas comes early with CHERRY's Aginaldo Promo : From October 29-November 15, 2020

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Time to light up your Christmas tree and get ready for a festive holiday season as CHERRY happily announces its “Early Aginaldo” promo. 

Searching for something to spoil yourself with or a perfect yuletide gift for your loved ones? Look no further because you can get your favorite Flare S8 Series at great discounts when you shop from October 29 - November 15, 2020. 

The Flare S8 Series has a lineup of smartphones that fit every lifestyle. You may choose from the Flare S8 Pro, Flare S8 Max, Flare S8 Prime, or Flare S8 Plus. 

The Flare S8 Pro, the most affordable among the selection, has 6.5-inch display and HD+ resolution. It runs on Android 9 Pie and is paired with 64GB storage which can be expanded to up to 512GB using a micro SD card. It has 20MP + 5MP rear cameras and 20MP selfie camera. Inside it is a MediaTek Helio P22 chipset and 4GB RAM. It is long-lasting with its 4000mAh battery capacity. You may score it for as low as P4,999 from its P5,999 SRP. 

Meanwhile, the Flare S8 Max is the biggest among the bunch as it boasts a massive 7-inch full HD+ display and 6,000mAh battery. It comes with 16MP + 5MP dual-rear cameras and 13MP front camera, as well as 64GB of ROM. It is powered by MediaTek Helio P23 chipset with 4GB of RAM and runs on Android 9 Pie. Cop it for only P5,999 from the P6,999 SRP. 

Next to the list is the Flare S8 Prime which features a sleek and elegant design with its glossy finish and a 6.53-inch FHD+ TrueView Fullscreen Display. Like the Flare S8 Max, it has 16 MP + 2MP dual-rear cameras but what makes this variant unique is its 16MP pop-up front camera and Helio P23 Octa-core processor. You may bring it home for a discounted rate of P6,999 from the P7,999 original price. 

Completing the lineup is the premium Flare S8 Plus which is definitely a bang for the buck. It highlights a notch-less design on top of its 6.26-inch FHD+ TrueView full screen display. It also captures quality photos with its 16MP + 2MP pop-up camera and impressive 16MP + 5MP + 2MP triple rear cameras, paired with dual-tone LED flash. It runs on Android 9 Pie and is powered by a MediaTek Helio P70 chipset with 2.1GHz Octa-core CPU. Store as many files as you want with its 128GB expandable storage. Get it for a whopping 40% discount, now available for only P7,999—a huge knock off from the P12,999 SRP. 

There is definitely no time to waste! Get your Flare S8 of choice at a much affordable price until November 15, 2020 on Shopee, Lazada, Cherry Shop PH, and all Cherry Mobile Concept Stores and kiosks nationwide. 

For more info, visit the following: 

Cherry Shop: www.cherryshop.com.ph

Lazada: www.lazada.com.ph 

Shopee: www.shopee.ph

CHERRY is a Philippine-based company offering an extensive variety of products in communication technology, Internet of Things (IoT) system, home, personal, health and pet essentials, creating one ecosystem. Cherry carries an array of brands and services under its belt: Cherry Mobile, Cherry Prepaid, Cherryroam, Cherry Home, and Cherry Pet. 

 

 

 

 

Five Comfort Foods From Century Park Hotel to Get You Going For The Rainy Days

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The wet season can really dampen one’s spirit. Since most of us are still working from home and attending classes online, it feels extra hard to be productive with the gloomy atmosphere and the cold bed weather. 

To beat the monsoon blues and get that much-needed boost, try these five dishes you can order from Century Park Hotel Manila:

Bulalo

Every Filipino family loves to share a bowl of hot beef or pork shank soup in the middle of a cold, heavy downpour. Bulalo is best enjoyed when its meat has been simmered very well to bring out its flavor and served with nutritious greens such as cabbage and Bagui beans. Tenderizing the meat takes quite long but as what they say, the best ingredient is time and patience.  

 

Sinigang

The lingering sour taste of this dish makes us drool especially this wet season. Whether it comes with pork, prawns or salmon fish, sinigang’s tamarind-based soup rouses the senses and boosts the appetite. With a little spice added to it for that extra kick, it will keep you warm despite the cold weather. 

 

Ramen

Rainy season is the perfect occasion to enjoy an oishi bowl of ramen. Not only is this dish a hit in Asia but also in the whole world because of its flavorful broth made from a variety of ingredients such as chicken or pork bones. Its filling noodles makes it extra special. Normally complemented with tamago, cuts of chicken, beef or pork, nori, scallions and others vegetables, one serving of ramen is already a feast for the taste buds.

Mushroom Soup

A bowl of hot and steamy mushroom soup is truly a bed weather pleasure. Its creaminess, aroma and the tender bites of the mushrooms makes for a delectable mood-booster. Other recipes you can choose from are crab & sweet corn soup and pumpkin soup. Enjoy these dishes all the more when paired with delicious bread from the Deli Snack. 

 

Arroz Caldo

On cold mornings or afternoons, arroz caldo is everybody’s go-to snack. A dish as unassuming as this can carry you through the monsoon blues. The ginger completes the full-bodied taste and leaves you wanting for more. Filipinos love to eat this comfort food with slices of chicken, pork and boiled egg.  It is then garnished with a zest of kalamansi and fried garlic bits.

 

Get a taste of how these comfort foods are prepared by award-winning chefs. Contact Century Park Hotel Manila at 8528-5855 or 0917-633-2497, via SMS or Viber to order. 

 

Did we miss anything on the list? Share your rainy season food ideas with us. 

 

 

Launched in 1976, the Century Park Hotel remains as one of the finest hotels in Manila. It is owned and operated by Maranaw Hotels and Resort Corporation and enjoys a mix of local and international patrons. The renowned establishment has over 500 rooms in varied types and facilities for a complete dining and leisure experience. To know more about Century Park Hotel, visit www.centurypark.com or contact information@centurypark.com.ph and telephone number: (632) 8528-8888.

Brother Philippines and SEA Institute donate to Batangas public school

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In line with its continued thrust to promote environment-friendly practices and provide support for underprivileged communities, Brother Philippines once again partnered with non-profit organization the SEA Institute to donate printers and toners to public schools in the town of Mabini, Batangas.

Brother Philippines team donates a laser multifunction printer, toner cartridges and bond paper to teachers of San Teodoro Elementary School in Mabini, Batangas last September 2020.

The donation, which was done in two legs in September and October 2020, saw eight public schools from Mabini each receive a Laser Multifunction Machine, toner cartridges, and reams of bond paper for the teachers’ and students’ needs. SEA Institute President Robert Suntay was personally present for the turnover of the donations.

The eight schools were:

• San Teodoro Elementary School
• Mainit Elementary School
• Bagalangit Elementary School
• Panay Elementary School
• Mabini Central School
• Mainaga Elementary School
• Talaga Elementary School
• Solo Elementary School

The first four schools were chosen by the SEA Institute for their location near Barangay San Teodoro in the town, in which the organization has a reef monitoring and alternative livelihood program for the community. The latter four schools were chosen through coordination with the Department of Education.

“We are extremely grateful to Brother Philippines for their generous donation of printers and toners to our partner schools in Mabini, Batangas,” said SEA Institute Activity Head Joseph Alfonso Ascalon. “These efficient and reliable laser printers will be a tremendous boost to the productivity and morale of the teachers in their pivot to modular lessons for their students. All the teachers were delighted with the capabilities of the printers and were confident that would be able to save valuable time.”

Brother Philippines first partnered with the SEA Institute in October 2019 for their Family Day and CSR activity. In its constant drive to do more for the environment, the company sought more relevant environment-friendly causes they could participate in, leading them to find SEA Institute and their marine conservation and community support objectives around the Verde Island Passage in southern Luzon.

For more updates and information on Brother activities and events, customers may visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BROTHERatyourside/. 

For concerns and inquiries about Brother products, they can also call the Brother Helpdesk Hotline at (02) 8 581-9898, or through the toll-free line at 1-10-BROTHER or send an email to helpdesk@brother.com.ph.

 

About Brother Philippines

Brother Philippines is a sales subsidiary of the Brother Group. Established in Japan in 1908, the Brother Group delivers products and services to customers all over the world, with manufacturing and sales facilities in 44 countries and regions. Brother Philippines offers products and services with Brother expertise in a wide range of fields such as printing and solutions, home and embroidery sewing machines, labelers, and scanners. Since its establishment in the Philippines in the year 2000, Brother has been placing its customers first everywhere, every time, and has been providing them with superior value with high quality products and services. Brother also prides itself with its sustainable business practices, taking responsibility, acting respectfully, and making a positive difference through Brother Earth. To learn more about the brand and its products, visit the Brother Philippines website at www.brother.com.ph, like its Facebook page (Facebook.com/BROTHERatyourside), and follow it on Twitter (@BROTHERPhils) and Instagram (@BrotherPhils).

 

Watch and Learn: PCTA Partners with DepEd, Knowledge Channel to Make Learning More Accessible in Remote Areas in the Philippines

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Education is one of the sectors that has been affected dramatically by the pandemic. Aside from the threat of Covid-19, students, families, and educators face other challenges such as limited to no internet connection and expensive Internet data costs. To reach more students even in remote areas, the Philippine Cable and Telecommunications Association (PCTA) has partnered with the Department of Education (DepEd) and Knowledge Channel to provide easier access to students through televised learning materials that will be aired on TV for students.

Together, the PCTA member-cable operators are serving 75% of the total cable TV subscribers in the Philippines.

“Many Filipino students living in remote areas are constrained by the accessibility and speed of Internet connection, and the high cost of data to stay connected. Learning then begins to feel like a difficult chore, and a hurdle to overcome. Yet, these households have television sets even before mobile phones and laptops. We are hopeful that we ease the challenges our students face as they will now have easier access to free educational content aired in cable television channels,” said Joel Dabao, PCTA President.

The partnership was sealed through a signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the DepEd and the Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) to make full use of their cable TV systems activating their member operators participation in this national effort of airing DepEd TV programs for school year 2020-21.

PCTA members have agreed to air informational materials from DepEd TV that are standardized for academic institutions nationwide. “Many remote areas will be covered by this service, and we are privileged to serve as conduits of enriched learning during this trying time. Our mission is to ensure that no Filipino student is left behind,” furthered Dabao.

Education Secretary Leonor Briones lauded the agreement during the MOU signing, as it paves the way for the department’s access to television and cable for their distance learning program, with cable provider access of up to three channels to air content produced by the DepEd Central Office. These will be a valuable resource for students who do not have access to the internet and those who cannot afford to purchase gadgets such as mobile phones, laptops and tablets.

Aside from airing DepEd TV materials, PCTA also announced a partnership with Knowledge Channel which encourages PCTA members’ cable systems to include Knowledge Channel in their line-up and air its TV-based educational content.

The Knowledge Channel has long had a strong supporter in the PCTA since 2003. Elvira Lopez-Bautista, President and Executive Director of the Knowledge Channel Foundation, highlights that television can be a powerful tool for learning and will help Filipino children absorb not only their academic lessons but, also enhance values learning through engaging content.

“My fervent wish is that through this bayanihan effort with cable providers, distance learning will become more accessible, feasible, affordable, and most of all, enjoyable for every Filipino child,” said Lopez-Bautista. “With Knowledge Channel Foundation and PCTA working together, mas masaya matuto ng bago.”

“Now, more than ever, education should be at the forefront of our concerted efforts to build a society that is resilient even in the face of a pandemic. As we forge these partnerships, we let the bayanihan spirit prevail for the common good where we all work together for the future of Filipino children,” added Dabao.

For more information about the PCTA, visit www.pcta.org.ph

 

 

ABOUT PCTA

The PHILIPPINE CABLE AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION (PCTA), INC. is the umbrella organization of nationwide Cable Television Operators and Internet Service Providers in the Philippines. Its membership roster includes the biggest cable operators in the country as well as the medium and small cable operators who, through their pain-staking efforts, have succeeded in bringing up-to-date programs, information, and technology to the farthest island in the country. To date, the PCTA has over 300 regular members. Together, the PCTA member-cable operators are serving 75% of the total cable TV subscribers in the Philippines.