Grab, Globe at Home tie up to empower Filipinos through fast, reliable internet

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Grab, the leading superapp in Southeast Asia has partnered with Phillippine internet service provider Globe at Home, to make affordable prepaid connectivity solutions more accessible to Filipinos. Through the app’s GrabMart service, the partnership will allow customers to choose from Globe at Home’s selection of internet products and have it delivered directly to their doorstep.

“Being connected is more important now more than ever. Reliable internet connection enables us to enjoy our favorite movies and music, and it also allows us to be productive and attend virtual meetings, as more companies shift to a work-from-home setup. It’s also a necessary instrument for online businesses to grow by reaching a wider audience. Most importantly, being connected allows us to buy groceries and other essentials in the comfort of our living rooms. The partnership between Grab and Globe at Home aims to give Filipinos the chance to enjoy affordable, and reliable internet connection when they need it,” said EJ Dela Vega, Head of Deliveries for Grab Philippines.

With just a few taps using the GrabMart service, customers can now avail of leading internet products such as Globe At Home Prepaid, LTE-Advanced, and Xtreme Prepaid Wifi, which offer instant connectivity perks at affordable prices.

The products can be delivered within a 10-kilometer radius from where customers are and have them delivered right at the doorstep. If customers make a minimum purchase of P900, they can also avail of GrabMart’s Unlimited Free Delivery Promo, which runs until March 31, with code UNLIFREEDEL upon checkout.

Fast Internet Connection

Globe, a leader in internet service in the Philippines offers a wide range of connectivity solutions for everyone. Now available on GrabMart, Globe at Home offers shareable reliable internet solutions for everyone.

The Globe At Home Prepaid Wifi, for instance, provides up to two times stronger internet connection and stronger signal than Globe MyFi for only P999. It’s loadable with affordable data promos and shareable for up to 6 devices.

The new LTE-Advanced Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi is Globe’s fastest prepaid WiFi ever vs. other Globe Prepaid modems. It has doble bilis boosters and is shareable for the whole family for only P1,999.

All-in-one internet TV box Xtreme Prepaid Wifi, meanwhile, allows the home to be an entertainment hub with access to 1,000,000 videos, series, and movies through streaming platforms. It offers high-speed internet powered by Globe LTE, as well as features that let you plug in 2 microphones for a videoke sesh or do things using Google Assistant, and even clear viewing of local TV shows.

Globe at Home offers a variety of prepaid HomeSURF promos, for as low as P99 so the whole family can also enjoy non-stop fun at home.

Both gadgets are easy and quick to set up. Just simply plug and play. That’s Home Prepaid and Xtreme Prepaid WiFi’s reliable connection made easier with Grab and Globe!

“Globe’s home prepaid WiFi sets the bar for broadband not only because of its larger capacity, but more importantly for its affordability and accessibility. We decided to partner with Grab because of the shopping convenience it offers. Customers can order our budget-friendly internet solutions right in the comfort of their homes. All they have to do is browse through GrabMart and choose the package that suits their needs,” said Darius Delgado, Vice President and Head of Broadband Business at Globe.

For more details on the Globe at Home’s prepaid internet products, check out GrabMart or visit https://www.grab.com/ph/mart/.

About Grab

Grab is the leading super app platform in Southeast Asia, providing everyday services that matter to consumers. Today, the Grab app has been downloaded onto over 214 million mobile devices, giving users access to millions of drivers, merchants, and agents. Grab offers a wide range of on-demand services in the region, including mobility, food, package and grocery delivery services, mobile payments, and financial services across 397 cities in eight countries.

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BDO Foundation rehabs 6 health centers

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After reaching a major milestone last year with the rehabilitation of 100 rural health units, BDO Foundation continues to help improve health facilities across the country. The corporate social responsibility arm of BDO Unibank recently completed the rehabilitation of six rural health units as part of its contribution to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal no. 3 to ensure healthy lives and promote the well-being of all people of all ages.

As part of continuing efforts to help improve the healthcare delivery system in the Philippines, BDO Foundation rehabilitated six rural health units in Iloilo, Isabela, and Western Samar with the support of officers from BDO and BDO Network Bank branches.

Despite constraints caused by the pandemic, the foundation renovated the Municipal Health Office of Aurora in Isabela, Calbiga Rural Health Unit and Birthing Facility in Western Samar, and Rural Health Unit Dapa in Siargao, Surigao del Norte. In Iloilo, it renovated Dueñas Municipal Health Office, Barotac Viejo Municipal Health Office, and Birthing Facility, and Mina Municipal Health Center.

According to Dueñas municipal health officer Dr. Rodney Labis, “Understanding the financial capacity of our local government unit, I knew that our only chance to renovate Dueñas Municipal Health Office would be through BDO Foundation. Learning that the foundation will rehabilitate our building made me hopeful. Our staff was also excited because they have seen the foundation’s work in other rural health units in Iloilo.”

“The rehabilitation of our rural health unit not only made our building presentable, but it also motivated our health workers to deliver services effectively to all Dueñasanons especially during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic,” the doctor added.

BDO Foundation improved the layout and interior design of the six health centers, their lobby and waiting areas, offices, clinics, consultation rooms, treatment rooms, and facilities. The foundation installed new furniture and fixtures to help health workers accommodate more patients. It also constructed play areas where children can read books or play with toys. In Mina Municipal Health Center and Rural Health Unit Dapa, available space enabled BDO Foundation to build waiting areas for the comfortable use of senior citizens.

With these improvements in place, the doctors, nurses, and midwives of the rural health units in Aurora, Barotac Viejo, Calbiga, Dapa, Dueñas, and Mina are now better equipped to provide primary healthcare services to thousands of constituents. BDO Foundation’s corporate citizenship initiatives in the aforementioned municipalities are expected to help improve the health and well-being of more than 197,000 people from 198 barangays.

Shopee Rolls Out Co-Streaming Feature to Level Up Interaction for Filipino Shoppers on Shopee Live

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With more people turning to online platforms for their needs, brands and sellers are turning to entertainment features such as live streams to give consumers an engaging and fun shopping experience. Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, provides shoppers a more interactive online buying experience through the new co-streaming feature on Shopee Live, which allows live stream hosts to co-stream with one of their viewers for a more interactive experience.

Shopee Live streamers highlight key features, customer engagement strategies, and preparations for the 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale, Shopee’s first mega sale of the year

Hear from our two live streamers on how they are maximizing Shopee Live for this 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale:

Miccolo Solis, Shopee seller, and influencer, shared that he uses the poll feature the most. “It helps me engage with viewers. I can check their opinion on certain topics, especially about the products,” said Solis. Polls also allow him to inquire about his customers’ specific requests, budget range, and preferred styles. In addition, Solis also hosts games on Shopee Live to keep his viewers interested.

For fellow influencer Quinito Villarosa, it’s the latest ‘Mine’ feature that gives him feedback on what content customers want to see next, or what items they want to see featured or reviewed. To maintain a strong relationship with viewers, Villarosa connects with them even after the live stream ends. “I do a lot of ‘OffLive’ engagement. I still interact with them after the live streams, usually inside the many group chats we have on Facebook Messenger and even Instagram,” said Villarosa.

Solis is excited to utilize the new Shopee Live Co-streaming feature as it gives him the opportunity to interact directly with viewers, making the live stream session more fun, enjoyable, and engaging. Villarosa, on the other hand, is already prepping for his next live stream. “I’m already asking my viewers what they want to see during my live stream so I can order it ahead of time. Being able to hold the items personally makes for a more interactive live stream experience,” he said.

With in-app features like Shopee Live, Shopee continues to improve the platform to make e-commerce more accessible and engaging for everyone. Solis and Villarosa encouraged other influencers to take advantage of Shopee Live and its many features as well. “Just do it, it always starts with one step. Make it a habit and always enjoy the live videos. Watch other live streamers, observe what they are doing, and apply best practices to your own live stream,” said Solis.

Villarosa added that doing live streams is an opportunity to widen their networks. “Every day I wake up feeling blessed with this opportunity. I literally meet new people each time I open the Shopee app and prepare for another run of live streaming.”

Shopee 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale

The Shopee 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale, which runs until April 4, 2021, will feature up to 70% off on authentic brands such as Havaianas Philippines, Huggies Philippines, Realme, P&G Beauty, Pampers, Nestlé, Garnier, Enfagrow, Unilever Beauty, Vivo, and Xiaomi, on Shopee Mall.

For more information on the best deals during the 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Sale, visit https://shopee.ph/m/3-3.

Don't forget to shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay to enjoy discounts and rewards. Top up at least ₱300 on March 2 for a chance to win ₱20,000! Check out https://shopee.ph/m/shopeepay-3-3-top-up-promo for more details.

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

SB19 encourages Gen Z to unleash their awesome with the SAMSUNG Galaxy A12 and A02s

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As true digital natives who grew up experiencing the world through the internet, Generation Z brims with creativity[1] that they showcase on social media. Samsung and P-pop sensation SB19 are helping talented Gen Z unleash their awesome online with the new Galaxy A12 and A02s.

Together, Samsung and SB19 collaborate and show how the boys enjoy the latest smartphones as minis. These minis are cute animated characters based on each member of the boy group. The video also encourages Gen Z to be confident in their passions and share their talents online through the Galaxy A-series.

The boys of SB19 know the power of social media. Their big break came when a dance practice for their song “Go Up” went viral.^[2] Since then, Pablo, Stell, Josh, Ken, and Justin are consistently at the top spot on Twitter’s trending lists.^[3] They are a mainstay on the Billboard Social 50 chart,^[4] which ranks the boy group as one of the most-engaged-with musicians on social media.

The video showcases the smartphones’ cool features, such as the Galaxy A12’s 48MP Main Camera, the 5MP Ultra-Wide Angle lens, and the 2MP Macro camera. It also highlights the Galaxy A12 and A02s’ 6.5-inch Infinity-V Display with HD+ technology and long-lasting 5,000mAh battery life.

“Whenever I see inspiring content, it makes me want to unleash my awesome because I know how far I can go and I know just what it takes to get there. With the Galaxy A12 and A02s, I can be a star,” the video goes.

The Galaxy A12’s 4/128GB memory variant comes with a PHP 7,990 SRP, while the 6/128GB version is at PHP 9,990 SRP. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A02s comes in 4GB of memory and 64GB at PHP 6,990 SRP. Extended until March 14, purchase the Galaxy A12 or Galaxy A02s through flexible payment options.^[5] The new Galaxy A-series can also be purchased from any Home Credit partner stores nationwide via 0% interest for 6 months.

Watch how SB19 unleashes their awesome here.

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^[1] https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/08/18/generation-z-may-most-creative-yet-study-says/5589601002/

^[2] https://www.cnnphilippines.com/life/entertainment/Music/2020/2/19/sb19-profile.html

^[3] https://www.cnnphilippines.com/life/entertainment/Music/2020/2/19/sb19-profile.html

^[4] https://www.billboard.com/articles/business/chart-beat/8550040/sb19-social-50-next-big-sound-chart-filipino-boy-band-profile

^[5] Per DTI Fair Trade No. FTEB-114220 Series of 2021.

5 ways to become a healthier couple

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Falling in love is one of the best feelings. It’s just comforting to know that you have your better half to confide in during the ups and downs of life, especially after last year. But, when you enter a new relationship, you might not just gain a partner, but also a few extra pounds. Yes, it's called "love pounds" and not to worry, it’s pretty common. Researchers have said that couples gain weight because they’re getting more comfortable in the relationship.

While this is a sign of a happy union, this may also be the effect of poor health choices, such as disregarding personal wellness routines and continuing poor eating habits. AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurers offering a wide range of health plans, offers some tips on how to get your healthy habits back on track with your partner.

Set a goal. Everything starts with talking it out with your partner and setting your goals. Do you want to shed some weight? Try a new eating plan? Together you can discuss the habits you want to change, such as buying less junk food or setting a regular time for your workout. Whatever it is, make sure that you’re both happy with the decisions and that they will drive you towards living healthier every day.

Cook at home together. Eating better plays a huge part in improving your health, and preparing your own food at home can help with that. For one, you get to control what you eat so you’re sure that everything is fresh and nutritious. You also get to plan your meals and personalize your diet to your liking. Moreover, it’s a lot cheaper than eating out and you get to spend some time with your partner in the kitchen. It’s a win-win!

Join fitness programs together. How about trying something different for your date nights? Instead of the usual romantic dinner, you can break a sweat and burn some calories by joining those online exercise classes you’ve been meaning to try –whether it be Zumba, yoga, or boxing. Many fitness studios now offer virtual sessions you can do from the safety of your own home. No more excuses!

Support each other. It will be easier to stick to your fitness regimen if you support each other. Build a healthy and supportive lifestyle by going jogging together, tracking each other's progress, and encouraging each other to make healthy choices. Aside from the physical benefits, another beautiful thing about trying to be healthy together is you get to forge a stronger bond.

Get health insurance. During these challenging times, it should also be part of your couple goals to stay protected against any health risks. Critical illnesses can hit anyone, anytime – even the most physically fit and active individuals. So apart from the tips listed above, you should also prepare for life's uncertainties. One way to do this is by considering health insurance, such as AXA’s Health Start Lite. 

No need to go outside to process an application for this as it’s available via https://www.axa.com.ph/healthstartlite/. With just a few clicks, you can get protection against critical illnesses, namely cancer, stroke, and heart attack with up to P2 million coverage and for as low as P535 a month. If you have kids, Health Start Lite also comes with life insurance coverage that can benefit your loved ones.

Stay protected and be a healthier couple together with these tips from AXA Philippines!