Enjoy the ultimate K-Maya experience when supporting your K-faves with PayMaya!

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From Hyun Bin, to BTS, to kilig K-dramas, the K-craze has truly taken over the hearts of many Filipinos. Whether you’re a BTS fan buying the new McDonald's BTS meal, or a K-drama fan watching your favorite oppa online, PayMaya has got you covered as it lets you enjoy the ultimate K-Maya experience with convenient cashless transactions and exclusive cashback rewards.  

  

Here are three ways you can take advantage of the ultimate K-Maya experience with just a few taps using your PayMaya app:   

  

1. Get an exclusive 50% cashback on The BTS Meal from McDonald’s  

 

Whether you’re an avid BTS fan or simply craving for McNuggets dipped in the new Sweet chili and Cajun sauce, you can enjoy a smooth like butter experience when purchasing the famous McDonald’s BTS Meal right inside your PayMaya app – with the PayMaya Mall.   

  

On top of having a hassle-free transaction, you can also get an exclusive 50% cashback reward of up to P135 when you use your PayMaya-linked mobile number to pay for your meal with a minimum spend of P270. 

  

To take advantage of this sweet deal, simply tap ‘Maya Mall’ inside your PayMaya app, choose Food, and tap McDonald’s. From there, select the BTS Meal, click Pay with PayMaya on the Checkout Page and input your PayMaya-linked mobile number and password. You will then receive your cashback voucher for this reward which you can claim by clicking the 'Voucher' icon on your app. This promo runs on July 5-8, 2021, and July 12-15, 2021.  

  

McDonald’s is just one of the over 350 brands that you can explore at the PayMaya Mall to enjoy a more convenient and rewarding shopping experience for your everyday essentials.   

  

2.      Enjoy hassle-free subscription on Spotify Premium  

Subscribe to Spotify Premium with your PayMaya to get a next-level experience when listening to your favorite K-Pop artists from BTS to IU and enjoy your sound trip ad-free, and even offline!  

  

Signing up is easy because all you need is your PayMaya-linked mobile number. Simply go to www.spotify.com/premium, choose your desired plan, select PayMaya as your payment option, and input your PayMaya-linked mobile number to complete the payment.   

  

That’s it! Simple and hassle-free so you can spend more of your time listening to your favorite K-Pop tracks. Who knows, you might even discover other stan-worthy K-pop artists there!  

  

3.      Give yourself (and your friends) the gift of K-Drama goodness  

Access the latest episodes of your favorite K-drama, fun variety shows, and other Asian content with a subscription to video streaming provider, Viu made easier with PayMaya. If you’re feeling generous, you can also send these packages as a gift to your loved ones!   

  

With your PayMaya app, you can avail of sulit Viu packages fit for your budget like a 3-day subscription for P29 with VIU29, 7-day subscription for P50 with VIU50, and a one-month subscription for P99 with VIU99. To get these packages for yourself or for your friends, just head to ‘Treats’ on your PayMaya app, type in VIU in the search tab, and choose the subscription package you’d like to avail.   

  

On top of these awesome deals and added convenience, paying for your favorite K-Pop merch is also so much easier with PayMaya. Use your virtual or physical PayMaya card for your payments, or transfer funds to other PayMaya or bank accounts – all within your app.   

 

With these awesome rewards and cashless convenience from PayMaya, supporting your bias, listening to your favorite K-Pop music, or watching K-drama is so much more enjoyable. Get the ultimate K-Maya experience by downloading the PayMaya app at https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133 and registering an account. 

 

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines, with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government.   

  

It provides more than 35 million Filipinos with access to financial services through its consumer platforms. Customers can conveniently pay, add money, cash out or remit through its over 250,000 digital touchpoints nationwide. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 40,000 partner agent touchpoints serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved access to digital services. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country, including "everyday" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants, as well as government agencies and units.     

  

To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

Edukasyon.PH, ASUS targets school IT departments for better learning outcomes

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Edukasyon.Ph and ASUS recently held a media briefing discussed the state of educators in distance learning and the vital role of IT departments in the digital transformation of schools in the Philippines. 

Rafi Quisumbing, Chief Technology Officer for Edukasyon.PH. was joined by George Su, Country Manager for ASUS Philippines and Mon Ibrahim, former Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Undersecretary and current President of the UP System Information Technology Foundation (UPSITF), Trustee of the Analytics Association of the Philippines (AAP), and ASUS Philippines’ Ambassador for Education and Digital Transformation.

Distance learning is proving to be challenging, as recent data shows that only 28% of Filipino students believe they are prepared for distance learning. But it isn’t only students who are being left behind by this digital shift. Teachers are also experiencing equal, if not greater, challenges compared to their students.

To support distance learning, Edukasyon.PH and ASUS are teaming up through the ASUS Edukasyon School Partner Program to provide Philippine educators with the technology and training materials they need to keep teaching and guiding students through the new online setup. Part of the program will provide school administrators and technicians up-to-date technology and all-around support. These include cloud-based applications to supply the need for collaborative learning and cybersecurity ware to keep important records and student data safe.

“By working closely with the IT departments of each school, we can be sure that they are equipped with the resources needed to effectively assist teachers and students through the digital shift,” said Rafi Quisumbing, Chief Technology Officer for Edukasyon.PH.

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken more than 1.2 billion students out of their classrooms all over the world. But even as campuses stay closed and face-to-face lessons remain suspended, more than 24 million elementary and high school students have returned to school as the Department of Education (DepEd) has shifted to distance learning.

“On top of juggling work with family duties, educators usually take on more administrative tasks and struggle with unfamiliar technology too,” described Ibrahim. “That’s why we turn to the ones trained to handle and troubleshoot tech problems—our schools’ IT departments.”

“ASUS has always been a go-to brand for reliable gadgets for learning, both for Filipino students and teachers. This year, we are extending our long-term support to the entire education ecosystem with technology that improves productivity and learning outcomes while keeping IT management costs low,” said Su.

The ASUS Edukasyon School Partner Program is set to bridge gaps in virtual learning through a holistic, tech-forward approach. Benefits for ASUS partner schools include an annual IT fund, learning seminars, internship opportunities, and exclusive discounts on ASUS products.

To kick off the initiative, Edukasyon.ph and ASUS will host a free live webinar on hosting, growing, and maintaining learning management systems (LMS) this July 8 at 1:30 PM. It will be open to all IT personnel and teachers, plus give them a chance to win four brand new ASUS laptops which includes the ASUS BR1100, ASUS newest and best K-12 education laptop, and more freebies during the event.

Registration for the webinar is ongoing at asus.edukasyon.ph.

Additionally, ASUS and Edukasyon.ph have launched an all-in-one-hub of helpful online learning resources for education partners. To access the hub, visit the microsite here.

Top 6 must-have XTREME Appliances for this rainy day season

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Are you rain ready? With technology making our lives simpler, we can definitely start preparing ourselves to face cold weather. 

Regardless of how the weather’s looking out the window, it’s a good idea to start planning for the rainy day, so you won’t get caught unprepared when the clouds burst again.  

We are halfway through the year which means rainy days and cold weather is expected. Aside from preparing your sweaters and cardigans for this grey and gloomy weather, you might also want to consider investing in home appliances that will help you feel better and comfortable. XTREME Appliances, the country’s leading one-stop shop appliance brand, offers a wide range of large and small appliances that are perfect for any season all year long.

There are some great appliances that you should definitely purchase to ease your life during the rainy season.

Here are Top 6 must-have XTREME Appliances for this rainy day season. 

While the rainy days are totally inevitable, we can still prepare and be smarter about it by choosing the right products for your homes. Luckily, you can get these appliances on the upcoming Lazada & Shopee 7.7 Sale starting July 7, 2021.

Washing Machine

Rainy days are a nightmare for your laundry. This season could bring huge hassle in managing your wet clothes and you can’t dry them outside on the clothesline. XTREME Home Combo Washer & Dryer is coming to help you say goodbye to all your season's laundry woes.

This Lazada 7.7 Sale, you can get a 28% discount on XTREME Home Combo Washer & Dryer!

Android TV

One of the most perfect things to do on a rainy day is binge-watching your favorite movies and series on Netflix. With XTREME Android TV, experience a home cinematic experience with your loved ones. This Lazada 7.7 Sale, get the 55” XTREME Android TV at a discounted price.

From the SRP of P35,995, you can get this 55” XTREME Android TV for only P30,665.

Gas Range

This rainy season might as well learn how to cook and bake. Having to cook food and bake your own could surely keep the warmth within the family. XTREME Home offers gas ranges that perfectly fit different lifestyles. Luckily, you can get up to 28% discounts on XTREME Home Gas Ranges this Shopee 7.7 Sale!

Water Dispenser

Who wouldn’t want an instant cup of hot tea or a bowl of instant noodles on a rainy day? Get the XTREME X-Series Bottom Load Water Dispenser (XWD201WX) this Lazada 7.7. Sale at a discounted price. No matter what the weather is, we need to keep hydrated by drinking a lot of water — hot or cold.

Get a savings of P2,240 on XTREME X-Series Bottom Load Water Dispenser this Lazada 7.7 Sale!

Microwave Oven

This season, warm food and hot drinks definitely bring comfort. With a microwave oven, you can get that much-needed warmth from the pit of the stomach to the rest of the body. You can have simple dishes heated up in a jiffy to snack on while rain pours outside.

Get up to 14% discounts on XTREME Home Microwave Ovens this Shopee 7.7 Sale!

Multi-Cooker

We all have our rainy day comfort food — it could be a hot lugaw, creamy soup, or the chocolatey goodness of champorado. With XTREME Home Multi-Cooker, you can now achieve these great meals in a very short time — so convenient!

Score 14% discount on XTREME Home Multicookers this Shopee 7.7 Sale.

To keep updated on the latest news and happenings of XTREME Appliances, like and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok accounts and join their official online community on Facebook, XTREME Fam. For the full list of products and exclusive discounts, please visit XTREME on Website, Lazada, and Shopee e-commerce.

Get up to 25% off on Xiaomi devices, including the Redmi Note 10S at the Lazada 7.7 Sale and Xiaomi Smart Festival

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Manila, PHILIPPINES – Calling all Mi Fans! Get ready to add to cart your favorite Xiaomi devices and enjoy exclusive offers during the 7.7 Flash Sale and the Xiaomi Smart Festival exclusively at Lazada.

Kicking off the Lazada 7.7 Sale is a PHP 300 off on Redmi Note 10S happening on July 7 only. Available only at PHP9,490 (from PHP11,690) during the flash sale, the Redmi Note 10S is a great option especially for those in search for a budget-friendly midrange phone. Featuring the powerful MediaTek Helio G95, the device challenges with faster gaming, improved performance and GPU, clocking speeds of up to 900MHz and comes with 33W fast charging.

Moreover, its quad camera setup comes with a 64 MP main camera, enabling users to capture high resolution photographs with greater detail in almost all lighting conditions as well as scenarios. It comes with support for Ultra-wide, Macro and Portrait with several modes in the camera app which enhances the photography experience. To view this offer, you may check this link.

Xiaomi Smart Festival

Mi Fans can also expect greater deals and offers during the rest of the Xiaomi Smart Festival which runs until July 18.

As part of the sale, customers can avail of discounts of up to 25% off on a variety of home appliances like the Mi Air Purifier, Mi Robot Vacuum, Mi Handheld Vacuum Cleaner, and Mi TV UHD 55'.

Interested in other Xiaomi devices? Check out this table below for the complete list of the Xiaomi Smart Festival deals!

This weeklong sale is a fantastic opportunity for you to get your hands on your favorite Mi products at affordable prices. Don’t miss out and head right onto Xiaomi’s Lazada store to add to cart now!

Bria Homes wins two Real Estate Asia Awards for “Affordable Housing Developer and Open Space Development of the Year”

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For its sustained efforts in building superior quality, affordable house and lots in eco-friendly communities, BRIA Homes shone bright on the first day of July when the 2021 Real Estate Asia Awards gave it recognition in two categories: “Affordable Housing Developer of the Year” and “Open Space Development of the Year”. These awards affirm that BRIA Homes is an industry leader, having raised the bar in quality and affordability in its fifty-plus housing projects across the country.

The trophies were graciously accepted by Red Rosales, COO of BRIA Homes, who stated that BRIA proudly touts its twin recognition from the Real Estate Asia Awards, which places them in the esteemed company of Asia’s other “real estate champions”.

The 2021 Real Estate Asia Awards gave BRIA Homes recognition in two categories: “Affordable Housing Developer of the Year” and “Open Space Development of the Year”.

“Knowing that BRIA Homes’ unrelenting hard work is acknowledged by a prestigious awards-giving body inspires us to help even more ordinary Filipinos acquire their own home,” said Rosales. “To date, we have expanded our product lines in order to serve the millennial market and the OFWs who seek investment-worthy projects for their hard-earned money. As we continue to offer BRIA’s affordable housing to them, we visualize them thriving in our wide-open green spaces, leading safe and secure lives.”

The Real Estate Asia Awards is an annual event that officially recognizes the most innovative real estate developments in the region. To have a shot at the prestigious awards, property developers must stand out in their markets regardless of challenging environments.

For this year, awardees were chosen by industry experts from all over Asia. Among them were Teh Seng Leong of EY Global Real Estate; James Xu of Deloitte Southeast Asia; Kwok Kay So of PwC Hong Kong; Hong Beng Tay of KPMG Advisory LLP; James Allan of JLL Indonesia; Norman Ho of Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP; and Lau Sok Hiang of Drew & Napier LLC.

The affordable house and lot units at BRIA suit the needs of families of varying sizes.

Amenities abound in all BRIA developments: covered courts, open green spaces, kiddie play areas, multipurpose halls, and much more.

Each BRIA project is strategically located to help residents and homeowners live their best lives.

BRIA Homes’ impressive performance in the recent Real Estate Asia Awards only serves to underscore its commitment to provide well-built, stylishly designed homes in thriving horizontal and vertical developments nationwide. These affordable house and lot units suit the needs of families of varying sizes. Home models include the Elena, a 22-square-meter unit on a 36-square-meter lot; the Bettina, a 44-square-meter unit on a 36-square-meter lot; and the Alecza, a 36-square-meter unit on an 81-square-meter lot.

Amenities abound in all BRIA developments: covered courts, open green spaces, kiddie play areas, multipurpose halls, and much more. Security is also a top priority at every BRIA location, with guarded entrances and exits, 24/7 CCTV coverage, and solar lighting assuring residents of absolute peace of mind.

To top all these, each BRIA project is strategically located to help residents and homeowners live their best lives, enjoying access to retail outlets, hospitals, churches and schools.

The Real Estate Asia Awards is an annual event that officially recognizes the most innovative real estate developments in the region.

Real Estate Asia Awardees were chosen by industry experts from all over Asia.

“With the recognition from Real Estate Asia Awards, BRIA remains committed to its goal of being the country’s foremost developer of affordable housing,” says Rosales. “We offer our sincerest thanks to the organizers and judges of Real Estate Asia Awards, and to all our employees, sellers, builders, and other stakeholders who have helped make BRIA what it is today.”

BRIA Homes is a subsidiary of GOLDEN MV Holdings, Inc., .one of the largest real estate companies in the country. BRIA Homes is primed to bring quality and affordable house and lot packages and condominium units closer to ordinary Filipino families. This is the goal that drives every single employee in the company, for which the ultimate fulfillment is seeing a client happily moving into BRIA’s homes.

To know more, visit their website at www.bria.com.ph, like and follow “Bria Homes, Inc.” on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Spotify, Viber Community, Telegram Channel, Kakao Talk, LINE and WhatsApp, or call 0939-887-9637.