Xiaomi to Offer 3 Android System Upgrades and 4 Years of Security Patches for Xiaomi 11T Series

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Xiaomi 11T series extending access to the latest features and security measures

Beijing, CHINA --  Xiaomi is announcing that Xiaomi 11T series – Xiaomi 11T Pro and Xiaomi 11T – will offer 3 generations of Android system upgrades, along with 4 years of security patches. With this change, Xiaomi 11T series users will enjoy a better user experience, and longer-term data security. Though other devices are not included at this time, Xiaomi believes this reflects a positive change, and is catered towards the needs of Xiaomi 11T series users.

"With the continuous improvement made to smartphone hardware, the life cycle of a smartphone is gradually lengthening, meaning users aren’t required to replace their smartphones as frequently. For this reason, more consumers place great importance on receiving the latest operating system updates, along with the latest features," said Albert Shan, Head of Product & Technology, Xiaomi International. 

"Xiaomi is committed to providing users with industry-leading hardware and lasting performance. In continuation of this commitment to users, Xiaomi is further extending the life cycle of Xiaomi's smartphones by ensuring three generations of Android operating system updates. This way, users can choose to use their current devices for a longer period, and enjoy the latest features along with it. At the same time, we will also provide users with security updates that ensure their devices operate securely for a longer period of time.”

Xiaomi will also evaluate the possibility of bringing the extended Android system and security upgrades services to more Xiaomi devices. "It is not a simple task for Xiaomi and its team to provide system updates and security patches to all of its previous smartphone models. However, the prospect of this challenge and meeting the desires of our customers is exciting. On one hand, we’re once again fulfilling Xiaomi’s brand promise to its global users - to provide amazing products. On the other hand, gradually extending the service life cycle of Xiaomi smartphones is a progressive move that furthers Xiaomi’s sustainability and environmental responsibility goals," Albert Shan added.

Disclaimer:

The availability of Android operating system upgrades and features may vary from device to device and from market to market. The availability of the update will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the complexity of the update, local regulations, market, and other factors.

PANAta Awards 2021 submission of entries EXTENDED until September 17

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Submission of entries for PANAta Awards 2021, the country’s prestigious recognition program for effective and creative marketing communication campaigns organized by brand builders themselves, has been extended until September 17. This was announced recently by its organizers, The Philippine Association of National Advertisers (PANA).

“This is an exciting time for the industry as we continue our legacy of celebrating brands which have made a difference in these challenging times. For this reason, we encourage brands, advertising and creative agencies and media companies to join us by submitting their campaigns. Now more than ever is the time for consumers to feel connected with their brands. So much talent is in the brand-building community and what best way to honor them than through the PANAta Awards 2021,” said Ken Lerona, PANAta Awards 2021 chairman.

The PANAta Award is symbolic of a brand’s inspiring leadership and vision. Navigating through this uncertainty and coming out to be triumphant is a totally remarkable feat. The highest honor it confers is the Grand PANAta Award. It is only given to the campaign that the jury believes has executed the most game-changing, innovative and effective strategies in promoting the brands to achieve outstanding results within the year of competition. Only those campaigns that have won GOLD in the Brand Builder Awards Categories are eligible to win the Grand PANAta. It is not every year that this is given. Who knows, your campaign might just be ‘it’.

To learn more about PANAta Awards 2021, visit https://pana.com.ph/panata-v2/index.php. Qualified entries are those that have been aired or used in any form of media from January 2020 to December 2020. Register now by creating a PANAta Awards 2021 account. Final deadline is September 17, 2021. For inquiries, please email alucero@pana.com.ph.

 

Insight Music launches singer-composer Jelry, releases ‘mood playlists’

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Innovative Filipino record label Insight Music rocks the music circuit with new standout releases that sonically paint life and love with every color of the emotional spectrum—from the kilig, to the erotic, to the inspired.

Highlighting the collection is singer-songwriter Jelry’s debut single titled “Rosas,” a catchy pop acoustic ballad with bouncy, sweet sounds.

Young listeners enthralled by their first loves will surely relate to “Rosas,” which draws upon Jelry’s personal encounter with the subject. The joy and innocence of young romance is encapsulated in the song’s lyrics and melody, sending the power of “kilig” surging through every note.

“ ‘Rosas’ conjures up a scene from my JS prom back in high school,” says Jerly of the song. “I remember feeling nervous when I asked my prom date to dance. She wore this bright pink gown and while we were dancing, the lights also started to turn red and pink. I simply savored that moment.”

Jelry’s music debut has been a long time coming. The young man (whose real name is John Lloyd Reyes) first learned to play the guitar with just two chords that his father taught him. This sparked an interest that inspired Jelry to hone his craft through online platforms, soaking up everything he could about music theory, production, and songwriting. Finally, Jelry took a brave step and began writing his own music, which led to his first-ever record deal with Insight Music.

“I can’t wait to share ‘Rosas’ with everyone,” Jelry now enthuses. “They will certainly enjoy listening and dancing to it. And if you are looking for a song that will make you feel good, this is it!”

With his debut single “Rosas,” Jelry finally realizes a dream that brings him a step closer to the realm of the musical legends that have influenced him through the years. Talents like IVOS, Rex Orange County, Ed Sheeran, and Rivermaya have all helped shape Jelry’s love for music. He hopes that as his career evolves, he can muster the same passion and emotion his icons evoke in every song.

“Trying to emulate these gifted artists felt like learning a new language,” Jelry muses. For him, however, the reward is worth all his efforts. “I now get to express my feelings and emotions through music, which is a tough feat in real life.”

But Insight Music’s string of new releases ventures beyond the subject of love. To probe the nuances and shades of what makes life colorful and complex, Insight is spinning off its ‘mood playlist’—a genre of music that sets one’s emotions or mindset in a particular state or condition

To this end, Insight Music is primed to release three new mood playlist albums: “Sexy Time: Make Out Music,” “My Study Companion,” and “Burn: The Workout Playlist”.

These themed playlists were crafted to get individuals ‘in the zone’. “Sexy Time: Make Out Music” is for intimate nights and steamy sessions under the covers; “My Study Companion” comes handy when cramming for the finals, doing school research, and writing the thesis; and “Burn: The Workout Album” serves to drive health buffs towards the level of fitness they desire.

For Insight Music president and chief creative head, Chris Cahilig, these albums represent a shift in the trend for what record labels can be.

“What sets music apart from any art form is the way a simple series of notes can cue us to feel,” says Cahilig. “The art form is so visceral in the way it captures our collective and individual imaginations. So we figured that if people seek these things—motivation, passion, intimacy—through music, let’s just cut to the chase and give people what they want.”

The albums, all composed by renowned producer Ian Joseph Tan, are the first of their kind in the Philippines. Along with Jelry’s “Rosas,” the albums reflect the pioneering vision Insight Music has for Original Pilipino Music.

“We want to push music forward by bringing it back to its roots, which means getting talented artists and dropping music that connects instantly” says Cahilig. “And with talent as youthful and brilliant as Jelry, and these mood albums made for every Filipino, we know OPM can be elevated to a whole new level.”

“Rosas” by Jelry, Sexy Time: Make Out Music, My Study Companion, and Burn: The Workout Album are all available for streaming on various global streaming platforms, including YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, Tiktok, and iTunes.

Making everyday a GDay with Globe Rewards

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How often do we say “Have a good day” and sincerely mean it beyond a perfunctory farewell blessing?

For Globe Rewards, “Have a Good Day!” is more than a greeting.

A good day - a GDay - is the theme of Globe’s 917 celebration this year and it’s about giving back to their loyal customers through exciting rewards and surprises, so they can feel empowered as individuals and be inspired to help uplift fellow Filipinos’ lives through care and compassion.

0917 is Globe’s iconic and original prefix, known by many as the badge of a Globe subscriber. What used to be celebrated on September 17th has grown to be more than a month-long series of 917 festivities to express gratitude and give back to Globe customers

Globe Rewards aims to make this year’s 0917 celebration a platform for rallying Filipinos during this time of collective need through upliftment, bayanihan, and leveled-up rewarding experiences. Customers will have the opportunity to help non-government organizations, charitable institutions, and foundations while engaging in fun, energizing activities like games and music.

“Every year, we try to make our customers and partners feel appreciated in more meaningful ways. And as the times have become even more challenging for our fellow countrymen, we want to respond by leveraging Globe Rewards as a means to energize our customers, while creating platforms to give back and support communities as well,” said Bianca Wong, Head of Globe’s Feel Valued Tribe.

Many exciting giveaways, fun events and daily virtual surprises are in store in this year’s 917 GDay celebration. Festivities kicked off as early as August with the opening of G Legends Cup, an amateur mobile gaming tournament where champions are given the opportunity to not only win for themselves, but for their communities, as well.

Surprises are to be unveiled throughout the whole month of September with the highly-anticipated G Chance the Raffle, whereby Globe and TM customers get the chance to win exciting prizes everyday, leading up to a grand prize draw for P1 Million GCash Credits. Another highlight of GDay is the first G Super Sale where customers get to enjoy sulit deals from Globe’s exclusive partnership with Lazada and GLife in the GCash app. Global industry experts will grace this year’s G Summit virtual stage to share relevant tips and insights with Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) owners. And Globe’s biggest online concert, G Music Fest continues the tradition of showcasing the best of local Pinoy talent and guest international artists as means to lift emotions, bring joy and hope through music.

“(GDay) is a day for sharing, for others to enjoy. Share music, share culture, share pieces of joy. A good day is better when shared sa iba. Nag enjoy ka na, nakatulong ka pa. Maybe, we pray, if we do it this way, this feeling of GDay can be felt every day,” as shared in the film entitled, Atin ang #GDayEveryday.

These days, we can all use something good to lift up our spirits amid the pandemic.

With Globe Rewards, Atin ang #GDay everyday!

For more information, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/rewards

It’s a pizza party for one with Pizza Hut’s all-new My Box combo meals

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It’s called self-love and no one can stop you so do what you gotta do bestie

When we think about pizza, images of family and friends gathering together as they each take a slice comes to mind. And it makes sense, because pizza is among the most popular and widely-loved communal dishes in the world. But what about those moments when we suddenly crave for pizza and we’re on our own? Enter Pizza Hut's latest promo!

Starting September 7, you'll have more options at Pizza Hut for when you feel like ordering just for yourself with the new My Box Combo Meals! For just P199 (P219 with food aggregators), you’ll be able to satisfy your cravings with a personal pizza and sides that you can customize so you can have your meal however you want it!

Have a pizza party for one whenever you fancy with My Box Combo 1. Enjoy your own Personal Pan Pizza together with a side of Crispy Fries for that added crunch, and a serving of Cream of Mushroom Soup for warmth and comfort that will refresh your taste buds.

Take the sumptuous interplay of American and Italian flavors even further with My Box Combo 2, which comes with one Personal Pan Pizza as well as a hearty serving of Spaghetti Bolognese and 2 pieces of herby, buttery Garlic Bread—a meal that will satisfy even the hungriest of eaters.

Or, if you just can't get enough of the cheesy goodness that Pizza Hut is known for, you can also go with My Box Combo 3, which comes with 5 pieces of mozzarella sticks that are deep-fried to perfection, in addition to one Personal Pan Pizza and a serving of Cream of Mushroom Soup.

Aside from these three combo options, you’ll be able to switch up your every meal with three all-time favorite flavors that you can choose from for your Personal Pan Pizza: Hawaiian Supreme, Pepperoni Lovers, and Cheese Lovers.

That's not all! Pizza Hut is also giving you add-ons to make your meal even more flavorful and filling. Quench your thirst with a 12-oz serving of ice-cold Pepsi for an additional P25. Make your feast meatier with 2 pieces of Sausage Rolls for an additional P55. End your meal on a sweet note with 6 pieces of KitKat Pops for an additional P45. Please note that these prices are for orders made via Pizza Hut's main channels; for orders made with delivery partners, there will be an additional charge of P5 for each add-on.

What are you waiting for? Liven up your day by ordering these new offers and your other Pizza Hut favorites, anytime! Order for take-out and delivery via the 8911-1111 hotline, www.pizzahut.com.ph, the Pizza Hut Mobile App, or official delivery partners GrabFood, foodpanda, and Pickaroo!

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