#ExtraCareAtHome at the core of Globe At Home’s services

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Globe At Home continues to improve customer experience with #ExtraCareAtHome, focusing on proactive care at the core of its services - from inquiry to installation, and more importantly, after sales. Realizing the people’s need for a reliable internet network to keep connected and entertained, run their business, and make working and learning from home possible, the company makes sure to be with its customers every step of the way.

 

“We not only provide a fast and reliable connection to our Globe At Home subscribers, we also give them the best care. We make sure that the technology we use adheres to global standards.  That's why we are able to provide our customers with #ExtraCareAtHome,” said Darius Delgado, Globe Vice President and Head of Broadband Business. 

 

Part of this proactive care is ensuring that consumers get the connectivity they need at the soonest possible time. Thus, in less than 24 hours from the approval of internet line applications, GAH’s team of installers are already dispatched to the address provided. These field technicians also undergo regular COVID-19 testing as well as strictly follow government health protocols to keep customers safe from the virus.

 

At the same time, GAH sees to it that the consumers are secured from scams and other fraudulent activities being committed by unscrupulous persons. Technicians on duty bear a QR code that customers can scan to confirm their identity. This is on top of regular text messages sent to the subscriber for scheduled visits and location tracking.

 

“Being able to serve our loyal customers with the best customer care they deserve is our everyday goal in Globe At Home. We want what’s best for our customers from installation to after-sales. We go the extra mile just to provide the necessary care they deserve,” Delgado added.

 

Aside from prompt and secured installation, GAH makes it easier for its postpaid customers to manage their account - track data usage, change or renew their plan, view and pay bills, request for reconnection, report an issue with their internet connection, and inquire about promos with the use of GlobeOne and Globe At Home apps which can be accessed anytime, anywhere.

 

These apps, which can be downloaded via the App Store for iOS and Play Store for Android, were developed to empower Globe customers and allow them to manage their accounts. They contain answers to most frequently asked questions, thus minimizing the need to visit a Globe Store or to talk to an agent.

 

However, if agent support is still needed, they can be reached easily through the Globe official Facebook Page, Facebook Messenger, and Twitter account. The *143# mobile phone service menu may also be used for balance inquiry, data usage checking, promo subscription, and other requests.

 

To know more about Globe At Home, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/broadband.html

Challenge your boundaries with the Redmi Note 10, now in the Philippines

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The Redmi Note 10 continues to raise industry standard by delivering astounding, yet accessible smartphones

Manila, PHILIPPINES - Global technology leader Xiaomi today announced the official arrival of its mid-range smartphone device: Redmi Note 10 in the Philippines. 

Dubbed as The AMOLED Explorer, Redmi Note 10 continues Xiaomi’s commitment to providing the latest smartphone advancements to all and redefining the mid-range king in the industry.

Redmi Note 10: Continuing to reinvent the mid-range smartphone experience

Providing an optimal viewing experience, the Redmi Note 10 is equipped with a 6.43” AMOLED DotDisplay. The device touts a seamless redesign and updates including an Arc side fingerprint sensor, 33W fast charging, a 360-degree light sensor setup and immersive dual speakers.

The Redmi Note 10 is ready to capture all life’s moments with their quad camera setups featuring 8MP ultra-wide angle camera for group shots, 2MP macro camera for close-ups and a 2MP depth sensor for supporting portraits. Powered by 48MP, the Redmi Note 10 main camera is no slouch when it comes to taking impressive photos. It is also equipped with Pro time-lapse capabilities, this marks an addition to the previous slow motion, night mode and regular time-lapse features. 

The Redmi Note 10 features a quick, snappy everyday processor that will easily power through all your daily uses - the brand-new Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 678.

Color wise, The Redmi Note 10 comes in three head-turning colors - Onyx Gray, Pebble White, and the exclusive Lake Green.

 

Price and Availability

Redmi Note 10 in the Philippines will come in two variants – 4GB+64GB, and 6GB+128GB. The 6GB + 128GB version will retail at PHP 9,990 and will be available on both Lazada and Authorized Mi Stores and official offline channels starting March 13, 2021. 

The 4GB + 64GB variant is priced at PHP 8,490 and will exclusively be available on Lazada with a PHP 500 early bird discount on March 13, 2021.

Please stay tuned to Xiaomi’s official website and information portal at https://www.mi.com/ph/, or follow their official Facebook or Instagram pages for other updates.

Product one-pager available here: Redmi Note 10

Product images available here: Redmi Note 10

Quick Specs:

	Redmi Note 10
Display	6.43” AMOLED DotDisplay
Rear camera	48MP wide-angle camera 8MP ultra-wide angle camera 2MP macro camera 2MP depth sensor
Front camera	13MP front camera
Dimension & Weight	160.46mm x 74.5mm x 8.29mm 178.8g
Processor	Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 678
RAM+ROM	LPDDR4X UFS 2.2
Audio	Dual speakers 3.5mm headphone jack  Hi-Res Audio certification
Security	Arc side fingerprint sensor
Charging	5,000mAh (typ) battery Supports 33W wired fast charging
Connectivity	Dual SIM IR blaster
Variant*	4GB+64GB, 6GB+128GB
Available color*	Onyx Gray Pebble White Lake Green

*Available variants in Philippine market

 

Disposing e-waste? Globe helps you let go of these safely

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Do you have old mobile phones, excess cables, chargers, broken television sets, DVD players, and other non-working electronic devices that you would like to dispose of without adding up to the piles of garbage in the landfills? Globe helps you let go of these safely!

As Globe continues to provide reliable voice and data connection, it also makes sure to do its part in creating a safe environment for people to live in. It aims to lessen the harm brought by improper disposal of materials, particularly of electronic waste (e-waste).

More than 100 bins under the Globe E-waste Zero program are now placed in different collection points nationwide such as Globe Stores and malls, which the public can easily access. These bins can accommodate mobile phones, IT accessories such as mouse, earphones, and speakers; Internet and WiFi modems and routers; cable wires, batteries, circuit boards, CDs /DVDs and other small electronic devices. Bigger items such as computer sets, IT servers and electronic network equipment (antennas, transmitters, etc.), and home appliances (washing machine, oven, refrigerator, etc.) may be requested for pick up.

“Globe recognizes the importance of taking this extra step in ensuring e-wastes are disposed of properly and can't be harmful to the environment. We would like to enjoin our customers to help dispose of e-waste properly,” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe Chief Sustainability Officer and SVP for Corporate Communications.

E-waste is made up of different materials that are toxic and hazardous, making the process of recycling risky for those who are not trained properly and who do not have the necessary facilities to do it. According to the UN Environment Programme, it is estimated that more than 50 million metric tons of e-waste is produced globally per year and its continued importation and increased local generation is a cause for concern. Roughly 80% of these e-waste ends up in landfills, pollute the environment and make informal communities susceptible to the hazards of e-waste.

According to a recent study made by UNIDO and EcoWaste Coalition, only 28 out of the 135 registered Treatment, Storage, and Disposal (TSD) facilities in the Philippines process e-waste. While the informal sector benefits from these discarded items, their methods of dismantling and recycling e-wastes are unconventional and against approved government standards.

In response to this, Globe’s e-waste program not only promotes proper disposal but also educates people about the potential harm of e-waste to the environment and the overall benefits of e-waste recycling. Proper e-waste recycling conserves natural resources. Instead of extracting raw materials, valuable materials from old electronics can be turned into new glass, plastic chairs, filament for 3D printing, and reuse the extracted alloys. E-waste recycling avoids unnecessary dumps in landfills. It provides proper handling and management of toxic chemical substances and helps avoid possible leakage especially towards water streams. It also prevents possible health hazards to informal communities living near dumpsites and whose main source of income is the manual processing of these disposed devices.

In 2020 alone, the program managed to collect and responsibly dispose of over 250,000 kg of e-waste, bringing the total collection to more than 1.4 million kg since 2014. These e-wastes are delivered to Globe’s partner Treatment, Storage, and Disposal (TSD) facilities, namely Total Environment Solutions - Asset Material Management Philippines (TES-AMM) in Pasig City, and Maritrans Recycler, Inc. in Cebu. E-wastes are segregated to recover plastic materials, electronic components, and precious metals but the final recycling process is done in TES-AMM’s facility in Singapore.

“We are thankful to have partners and contributors, composed of more than 66 corporations, private organizations, NGOs, local government partners and schools nationwide that share Globe’s commitment of building a better and safer world for future generations. We encourage more individuals and organizations to join us in this advocacy. Let us all work together in keeping our planet safe from the harm posed by improper e-waste disposal,” Crisanto added.

Visit any of the participating Globe stores nationwide or request for free door-to-door pickup of bulky e-waste items. For the list of drop off areas and and bulk hauling requests, check out E-waste Zero on Globe’s sustainability website https://www.globe.com.ph/about-us/sustainability/environment.html

Globe remains committed to the 10 UN Global Compact principles and contributes to 10 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals such as UN SDG No. 12 - Sustainable Consumption and Production, which is about achieving economic growth and sustainable development by urgently reducing ecological footprint. It is also about decoupling economic growth from environmental degradation, increasing resource efficiency and promoting sustainable lifestyles by changing the way we produce and consume goods and resources.

To know more about Globe’s sustainability initiatives, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/about-us/sustainability.html

5 Ways to Maximize Your Sweldo at the Shopee 3.15 Payday Sale

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Make the most of your hard-earned money with these shopping tips and tricks

One of the best things about online shopping—aside from the thrill of adding to cart and the joy of finally receiving your package, of course—is how it enables you to make the most of your hard-earned sweldo. You can choose from a wide variety of products, negotiate with sellers, and enjoy plenty of sales. Shopee offers all these and more, including exclusive discounts, coins cashback, and even big prizes, to create rewarding shopping experiences for all its users.

Planning a shopping spree this payday? Make the most out of your sweldo at Shopee’s Payday Sale this March 15 with these helpful tips below:

Always check for free shipping 

Who doesn’t love free shipping? Before checking out, double-check if free shipping vouchers are available. Your favorite shops also often offer free shipping vouchers on select items. This Payday Sale, get your carts ready—you can enjoy all-day free shipping with no minimum spend from thousands of participating shops.

Avail of cashback rewards

Shopee coins are cashback rewards you can use to get discounts on your next purchases. Every peso counts, so try to earn as many coins as you can while shopping. To earn more, click on the "Daily Check-In" button on the Coins Rewards page, rate and review your purchases, play Shopee Games, and watch live streams. Want more coins? Shop during the Payday Sale to enjoy all-day 15% cashback, capped at 200 coins, with no minimum spend!

Go cashless with ShopeePay for more perks

Shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay, Shopee’s built-in mobile wallet, to enjoy safe transactions and rewards. Use ShopeePay during the Payday Sale to enjoy all-day sitewide free shipping and 15% coins cashback. You can also enjoy ₱1 deals from Jollibee, Dunkin’ Donuts, and McDonald’s with ShopeePay. Buy ₱10 mobile load for only ₱6 all day, and enjoy bigger discounts at 12 AM-1 AM, 12 NN-1 PM, and 5 PM-6 PM. You also get 20% cashback when you pay your bills using ShopeePay for the first time.

Get exclusive discounts on Shopee Mall

Check out the Payday Sale to enjoy up to 90% off on top Shopee Mall brands such as Penshoppe, L'Oréal Paris, Logitech, Unilever Homecare, Unilever Foods, Omega Houseware, Xtreme Appliances, and Huggies. Use the code MALLPAYDAY15 on all Shopee Mall items to enjoy 15% cashback, capped at 200 coins, for ₱500 minimum spend. For more discounts, you can also apply multiple shop vouchers per order. 

Bonus: join Shopee Prizes to win exciting rewards

Get a chance to score big prizes by playing fun Shopee Prizes! Play Shopee Hourly Prizes to win a gadgets bundle worth ₱15,000, Shopee Farm for a Nintendo Switch, Shopee Candy for a pair of Galaxy Buds, and Shopee Bubble for a Huawei Matebook Bundle.

With these tips, you can indulge this coming payday without hurting your wallet! For more information on the Shopee 3.15 Payday Sale, visit https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale. 

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

Japanese pop superstar Hikaru Utada returns with the music video release of new single “One Last Kiss”

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Hikaru Utada has finally dropped her long-awaited new single “One Last Kiss,” which serves as the theme song for the anime film, Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice upon a Time.

The music video of “One Last Kiss” was directed by Hideaki Anno who is the author, screenwriter, and director of the film Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon A Time. The visual accompaniment was released on Tuesday the 9th of March at midnight, the same time the song was released.

The collaboration, which has finally come to fruition with the conclusion of the "Evangelion: New Theatrical Edition" series, has received rave reviews from fans of both Hikaru Utada and Evangelion. The music video has already garnered more than 200,000 views on YouTube in the first 30 minutes, and has amassed over a million views in less than a day since it premiered.

By request from Hikaru Utada, Anno readily agreed to work on the video, saying "under the present circumstances [requiring measures for COVID-19], a possible way to create a music video without actually directing a video shoot would be for the artist to film herself and any other footage on her end, then sending them to me to cut and edit into the final video." Anno sent specific instructions via email including some requests for eye focus and lip sync.

With minimal staff help and implementation of all the necessary COVID precautions, the artist filmed the music videos in the outskirts of London. The video footage gathered during shoot , was then sent to Anno and his team in Japan for finishing.

The music video of Hikaru Utada’s “One Last Kiss” is available here.