The globally renowned pop group takes the visuals to the next level with themes of graffiti, gaming, and superhero noir
Filipino pop supergroup SB19 has officially dropped the music video for" Bazinga," the third single off their critically acclaimed EP, Pagsibol.
Set in an underground combat zone, the music video shows the multi-awarded quintet defeating their enemies in an Arcade combat game. In true SB19 fashion, it also doubles as an up-in-arms statement against the unwarranted criticisms hurled at the P-Pop group since the beginning of their music journey.
The song itself is written as a response to the hostility that is rapidly proliferating on the Internet, and a wake-up call for the band to focus their energy instead on meaningful expressions of art and music, and the love that they’ve been getting from fans all over the world. “One way to lighten the load is by writing a song that proves that we won’t back down to the negative comments and we’ll persevere,” the chart-topping boyband shares in a statement. “As it says from the lyrics, ‘Hate niyo’y gasolina’ - we continue to flourish and emerge as better individuals, despite the hostility.”
The “Bazinga” MV is directed by Jonathan Tal Placido, and co-directed by Chapters, the production team behind their post-apocalyptic “What?” video. SB19’s very own Justin de Dios also heavily contributed to the concept of the material, which blends themes of graffiti, gaming, and superhero noir against a chaotic but visually interesting anti-establishment backdrop.
The release of the music video comes off the heels of SB19’s nomination at the prestigious MTV Europe Music Awards for Best Southeast Asia act. According to SB19, being nominated alongside the region’s biggest names is already an achievement, and makes them work even harder to put the Filipino music on the international map.
“The BBMA nomination was a big, big thing for us already. Now being nominated for the EMAs, which is another prestigious and well-known award-giving body, has us so overjoyed,” SB19 says. “And being backed up by our loved ones, and A’TIN, further motivates us to keep pushing on. We hope to keep up the traction and to hit our goals of introducing Philippine music globally.”
Aside from their notable achievements, the envelope-pushing pop ensemble and their label, Sony Music Philippines, will be releasing an exclusive line of merch slated to drop before Christmas. A representative from the label shares that the project stands out in terms of visuals, packaging, and presentation, and is aligned with the group’s global appeal and branding. “This line of merch is different from those previously available, and it went through a lot of revisions and quality checks to ensure that the products are top-notch. The look and feel is premium, plus fans can’t get these items anywhere else.”
SB19 will also headline Our Zone 2021: Anniversary Concert, featuring performances, games, special guests, and surprises. The special event, which will stream live on 27 Nov 2021 (Sat) 5PM PHT and 28 Nov 2021 (Sun) 5PM PHT, marks the Pinoy boyband’s third-anniversary celebration. Tickets are available at ktx.ph and www.sb19ozone.com.
The ”Bazinga” music video is out now. Watch the music video here.here
TikTok,
the leading destination for short-form mobile video, has seen many creators who
have been #DiscoveredOnTikTok, go on to create amazing opportunities for
themselves, especially in The Philippines. These creators have successfully
grown their careers and tapped on multiple avenues such as becoming recording
artists, entrepreneurs and even personalities in local media.
To further inspire the community to keep on creating unique content,
TikTok is collaborating with these TikTok-grown talents through the
#DiscoveredOnTikTok campaign, where top TikTok creators share how they started
their TikTok journey, how this has allowed them to grow both online and
offline, and how the platform has helped them broaden their reach for their
advocacies and thrive in their respective careers.
Watch
the campaign video below:
Get to know some of these amazing creators who were
#DiscoveredOnTikTok.
The Voice of Your
Dreams
Inka Magnaye is
the voice behind many iconic Filipino commercials. She started out on TikTok
sharing her belly dancing videos, Mafia Point of View (POV) duets, and
behind-the-scenes clips that show how she records her voiceovers. When people
discovered that she was the voice talent behind so many popular commercials and
the in-flight voice of the Philippines' flagship airline, she quickly rose as
one of the most recognizable creators on the platform, and has since become a
sought-after talent and host for events. Inka recently launched her successful
podcast, Sleeping Pill With Inka, as well.
Random Girl of SM
Megamall
Zendee
first got a taste of internet stardom when she went viral as a random girl singing
in SM Megamall, and then invited to appear on The Ellen Degeneres Show. She has
experienced several opportunities as a singer over the years but what
ultimately helped launched her career as a performer was her viral parody of
the popular #TalaChallenge on TikTok in 2020. Zendee has cited TikTok as one of
the major pushes for her own musical journey, and the perfect platform for her
to showcase her talent as a singer. At present, she has been able to work with
big brands and hosts the online companion show of the "videoke"
reality game show, Sing Galing.
Banana Queen
Joyce Glorioso, who goes by @joyang.tv on TikTok, has been passionate about performing
ever since she was young. A cook by profession, she became TikTok famous after
sharing videos of herself dancing with a deadpan expression. In this video,
TikTok users spotted bananas hanging from the ceiling of the kitchen where her
videos were filmed. She has since been dubbed "Banana Queen" by her
followers. Joyce has recently gotten noticed by local media for her funny
TikTok videos, and she was even offered a part in the upcoming adventure series,
Lolong, which will air in the
Philippines on GMA.
The Pharmacist
Arshie Larga is
a local pharmacist working at his family-owned pharmacy who gained millions of
views and followers on TikTok because of his educational videos that explain
healthcare topics covering misinformation on medication, vaccines and COVID-19.
He started making TikTok videos with the goal of educating the public,
providing his audience with correct information in a span of one minute. He is
known for being considerate and generous to his real-life customers, showing
day to day clips of taking the time to educate his customers and answering
their questions, breaking the notion that medical professionals are
intimidating and difficult to talk to. Since being discovered on TikTok, Arshie
has been invited to speak at multiple medical webinars, and has also been
interviewed several times by local media outlets. He is often referred to as an
inspiration to younger audiences and aspiring pharmacists.
The Doctor
Dr. Kilimanguru is
one of the most popular educational creators on TikTok and was one of the
winners of the Top Creative award at the first TikTok Awards in the
Philippines. He had aspirations of becoming an actor but chose to pursue
medicine instead after realizing that there were very limited opportunities for
actors in his hometown. For the past year, he has used social media as a
creative outlet for his performances.
However, after joining TikTok, he has amassed millions of views and has
since been interviewed on different TV programs about his TikTok journey. His
claim to fame is his educational content that features simple explanations for
different illnesses and health conditions, from aneurysms to Covid-19. Dr.
Kilimanguru always finds ways to inject humor into his TikTok videos too,
making his content even more entertaining and relatable to users.
Inspiring a Generation
of Confident Filipinas
Ayn Bernos is
considered as one of the most recognized TikTok creators in the Philippines. A
proud morena, she first joined the
app to promote self-love by showing snippets of her day, sharing affirmations,
and confidently posting different aspects of her life from beauty to fashion.
Continuing her advocacy outside the platform, Ayn has also successfully
launched a podcast and a fashion label which both focus on empowering Filipina
women who do not fit the typical beauty standards. She has also made waves as
one of the Top 30 finalists at the recent Miss Universe Philippines
competition, which earned her the nickname, "TikTok Star to Miss Universe
Philippines aspirant" in various media interviews.
The Musician
JMKO is
among TikTok's discovered talents who have successfully risen to fame through
the platform. TikTok has been very important in his music journey. On TikTok,
he has caught the attention of both local and an international audience with
his amazing song covers and crazy "popcorn" duet videos, helping him
gain millions of followers and views in a short period of time. Through
TikTok's partnership with Himig Handog, one of the biggest songwriting
competitions here in the Philippines, he achieved one of his music career goals
and was selected as a song interpreter amongst top artists in the industry. He
has now released an EP, "Prelude" and has been a recurring performer
in ABS CBN's entertainment variety show, "ASAP".
Creating Content with
Pride
LGBT comedian, Sassa Gurl,
started going viral on TikTok because of her funny Filipino and nostalgic
content featuring day-to-day situations that are highly relatable to many
audiences in the Philippines. Sassa Gurl is quickly becoming a household name
and a meme icon for Gen Z Filipinos. Just recently she has graced the cover of
local magazine, Village Pipol's Pride Month issue.
Get to know more about our creators and their stories here.
You too, can be #DiscoveredOnTikTok when you share your original, unique, and
creative content! Download the app on your iOS and Android devices to get started.
Pair the future-proof Nokia G50 with the new Nokia Comfort earbuds
· Love it: Timeless design with two-day battery life[i] bringing real value to the world of 5G
· Trust it: Award-winning durability[ii] combined with industry-leading security from Finland[iii]
· Keep it: Nokia mobile’s signature quality build and regular updates that keep the phone fresh for many years to come
HMD Global, the
home of Nokia phones, today announces a new member of the G-series family and
the most affordable 5G Nokia smartphone yet — the Nokia G50. It packs the
signature Finnish quality for a phone that can go the distance and users can love,
trust and keep for longer, all for an accessible price.
Get
the superfast 5G for less
Get early dibs on the Nokia G50
exclusively on Shopee. The Nokia G50 is already available for pre-order on
Shopee for only Php13,990 from November 1 to 7 only. Shopee exclusive selling
dates start on November 8 and will last until November 14.
A future-ready phone that’s also
great for today, the Nokia G50 is powered
by Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Mobile Platform and boasts two-day battery life and 18W fast-charging technology.
It also packs a 48MP triple-lens camera with AI.
Sancho
Chak, general manager for Philippines, Hong Kong and Thailand, HMD Global:
“Aside from customer demand, we
at HMD Global saw the growing 5G deployment across the country as an
opportunity to bring Filipino fans a reliable technology that’s better for the
pocket and the planet. The Nokia G50 has a superior build quality, modern
features and stunning design that’s accessible at a friendly price point. It comes
with software security updates so fans can use them for much longer. Through this
new 5G phone, we strengthen our Love It, Trust It and Keep It philosophy, encouraging
people to buy devices less frequently in line with our goal of reducing carbon
footprint and countering the upgrade culture across regions.”
Benefit from superfast 5G for less
5G networks are expected to cover 40 percent of the world’s
cellular service by 2024 and handle 25 percent of all mobile traffic data[iv]. Nokia G50 is a phone
that’s equipped for what’s to come. Featuring the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 MP
that’s designed to optimise future technology, it’s future-proofed with 5G for
tomorrow.
A smartphone that considers the
future
Whether it’s today or
two years from now, you can count on Nokia G50 to be up to date with the latest
software. It’s already prepared to welcome Android 12 and beyond, so you always
have access to the most modern features. The monthly security updates are
guaranteed for at least three years, so your best ideas and favourite moments
are protected for your complete peace of mind. Handled in a Finland-based data
centre your data is protected by strict European regulations with General Data
Protection Regulation (GDPR) as foundation.
Nordic
excellence to see and feel
With its two-day battery life, fans
can trust that the Nokia G50 will see them through even in the most demanding and
busy days. Plus, with 18W fast-charging technology, users won’t waste any time waiting
by the outlet. For extra reassurance, the Nokia G50 also comes with one-year warranty for parts and services at no extra cost.
Staying true to its roots, the Nokia
G50 has the build quality[v] Nokia phones are known for and
features a classic, timeless design. Whether you’re upskilling with online
videos or absorbing scenes from Planet Earth, the content will be crisp and
clear on the 6.82” HD+ display.
Capture
the beauty of the world in stunning detail
Featuring a 48MP triple lens
camera with AI smarts, the Nokia G50 will fully equip fans to capture life’s
moments from nature’s wonders to times with loved ones in any lighting setup.
Besides creating breath-taking pictures, users can also personalise
photos with the watermarking feature. Perfect selfie moments will not be missed,
thanks to video stabilisation technology that ensures steady frame shots.
Experience maximum
in-ear comfort with Nokia Comfort
earbuds
Nokia smartphones are best paired with the
new Nokia Comfort Earbuds. They provide up to 9.5 hours of comfortable
listening on one charge, allowing users to enjoy playlists or videos to their
heart’s content.
Thanks to the earbuds’ natural, ergonomic
design and unique comfort rings, they can sit securely in the users’ ears with
a soft and lightweight feel. The superbly balanced audio lets fans immerse in their
favourite tracks with the highest available quality.
Trusted partnerships for best-in-class
experiences
Spotifywill give the Nokia G50 owners
access to 70 million tracks and 2.9 million podcasts out of the box. Offering additional
control over users’ online privacy, ExpressVPNwill be available on the Nokia
G50 with a 30-day free trial. Visit SpotifyandExpressVPN pages for
more exciting details on these treats.
The
Nokia G50 and Nokia Comfort earbuds bundle
Available in majestic Midnight Sun and
stunning Ocean Blue colour variants, the Nokia G50 comes in 6/128GB
configuration. Exclusively on Shopee, the Nokia G50 is bundled with the
Nokia Comfort earbuds for the first 100 customers only. Once the order for
Nokia G50 is fulfilled, a unique code, which is valid for one-time use only,
and instructions on how to claim the Nokia Comfort earbuds will be sent to the
customer’s email. Buyers will be redirected to Nokia earbuds SKU to
place the order. Upon checking out on the Shopee App, customers
must enter the unique code from the email to claim the bundle for
free.
[ii] Nokia phones follow a rigorous manufacturing
standard that is known as one of the toughest in the world. HMD Global has
received 24 recognitions which showcase the durability and reliability of Nokia
phones.
[v] HMD Quality standard tests includes over 50 tests just for
hardware durability, including force measurements, vigorous tumble, wear and
scratch, fatigue tests and more.
Donny Pangilinan has finally revealed what gives him an awesome smartphone experience: the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G. The model, actor, and singer start his journey as the Galaxy A Series ambassador with the Galaxy A52s 5G and the launch of the “Speed Up Your Awesome” theme song and music video.
The “Speed Up Your Awesome” theme song, paired with the dance, bring a fun and positive beat perfect in capturing the cheerful personality of the youth. It encourages creators to keep their passions flowing with the help of the Galaxy A52s 5G and its innovative features to enhance their lifestyle and their interests. Experience how the device is able to speed up and turn up the play at Speed Up Your Awesome Official MV.
In the music video, Pangilinan showcases his awesome talents by singing the Galaxy A52s 5G theme song. He highlights some of his favorite features of the device such as its next-generation 5G connectivity for a super smooth and fast experience in all things he loves to do. This is further elevated by the Snapdragon 778G 5G processor perfect for his love of mobile games. These provide life-like graphics, fewer lags, and optimized battery, temperature, and memory.
Pangilinan enjoys capturing awesome moments with his friends using the 64MP OIS Quad Camera of the Galaxy A52s 5G. In the video, he enjoys the device’s enhanced videography since the new Galaxy A Series has a 4K UHD Recording perfect for shooting clear videos of his favorite subjects.
Photos, videos, games, and other content become more immersive with the vibrant colors of the FHD+ Super AMOLED display. The 6.5-inch Infinity-O Display with a 120Hz refresh rate lets Pangilinan navigate through his favorite social media apps at ease. He can even create content, stream movies and series, and play games longer with the device’s 4500mAh battery life.
With the best-in-segment features of the Galaxy A52s 5G, Pangilinan can speed up his passion for gaming and creating content. The newest Galaxy A Series is now available for only PHP 22,990 SRP for the 128GB and PHP 24,990 SRP for the 256GB.
The 256GB variant comes in the Awesome Mint, Awesome Violet, Awesome Black, and the Awesome White as an online-exclusive color. While the 128GB variant is available in Awesome Black and Awesome White, and exclusively online in pastel Awesome Violet and Awesome Mint.
For more information, visit samsung.com/ph.
Safe Samsung Shopping
Health and safety protocols are strictly followed in Samsung Experience Stores to keep consumers and employees safe. Adhering to the guidelines set by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Samsung has limited the number of its customers to 50% capacity, implemented the mandatory use of face masks and face shields, and performs frequent sanitation in all stores.
Samsung Experience Stores also has unique QR health declaration codes to promote a safe and contactless contact tracing process. Product demonstrations are done side-by-side instead of face-to-face while keeping the required safe distance of one (1) meter to make sure everyone is socially distanced.
Find the nearest Samsung Experience store via samsung.com/ph/samsung-experience-store/locations/.
Manila, Philippines — Under the “new normal,” business and healthcare go hand-in-hand as industries recover and adapt to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. To signify its support to the country’s outsourcing sector, Maxicare Healthcare Corporation, the country’s premier healthcare provider, joined the Call Center Association of the Philippines’ (CCAP) Serving the World: Contact Islands ‘21 Virtual Conference on Re-Igniting Growth in the New Business Environment.
During the virtual conference, Maxicare hosted a discussion on how COVID-19 will continue to impact the way businesses operate and how the company has been helping ensure the safety and wellbeing of employees.
Living with the impact of COVID-19
Maxicare invited Dr. Edsel Salvana, Director of Institute of Biology and Biotechnology and member of the Department of Health’s (DOH) Technical Advisory Group on Infectious Diseases, to provide an overview on the COVID-19 situation in the country. During his talk, Dr. Salvana emphasized the need for innovation in ensuring that workplaces are pandemic-resilient and less likely to spread diseases. “There are a lot of innovations that will outlive the pandemic, including working from home. If you don’t need your entire workforce to be in the office, then taking out half of them and allowing them to work from home will be the most effective.”
Dr. Edsel Salvana of the DOH’s Technical Advisory Group on Infectious diseases discussed the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses and workplaces.
Dr. Salvana also expressed his optimism that businesses will flourish better towards the end of the year as we learn to better cope with the pandemic. “If we stick to public health standards and increase vaccination while reinforcing the healthcare system, we will be able to manage our severe cases and the economy can remain open as we continue to roll out our vaccines. We are already seeing the numbers go down, we ask that everyone cooperates. Make sure that aside from getting vaccinated, wear your masks and face shields especially indoors and stick to what you have been doing in terms of protecting each other.”
Re-igniting businesses through innovative and responsive healthcare services
Maxicare’s Assistant Vice-President for Wellness and Medical Resource and Research Dr. JC Sevilla also shared how they are helping partner companies reignite growth through the Maxicare HomeCare COVID-19 Management Program.
“We know that early detection is the priority when it comes to COVID-19. Our program, which simulates a hospital admission, provides continuity of care from consultation to treatment with 24/7 telemedicine and telemonitoring. Telemedicine includes consultations with in-house physicians where we also provide electronic prescriptions and lab requests. With telemonitoring, we are able to monitor disease progression. The Maxicare HomeCare program also offers medication including Remdisivir and steroids, as well as ambulance conduction if needed. The program is open for all COVID-19 cases and those qualified cases needing confinement.”
Sylvia Stolk, Chief Digital and Transformation Officer also shared how Maxicare is investing in technology to transform healthcare. “Access to basic health services is very important. We are helping businesses by making sure our members are healthy through protection, care continuity and easy access to healthcare, and understanding our members’ state of health through proactive, preventive, and predictive care.”
“Even before the pandemic, Maxicare already began to strengthen its customer experience vision and principles, where most of the member journey and digital transformation projects are anchored,” said Fiona Victoria SAVP/Group Head of Corporate Sales.
Some of these digital initiatives include the Maxicare Member Gateway platform for applying for Letter of Authorization (LOA) online, Maxicare Videoconsult for 24/7 video consultations with doctors, and the HR Viewpoint and Enroll Me platforms for human resource personnel. During the first months of the pandemic, Maxicare was also at the forefront of ensuring a manageable return to work process with the Re-Entry Assessment and Management Program. They were also one of the first companies to invest in COVID-19 vaccines, making it available to their corporate partners and their members, including dependents.
“Reigniting the growth of our company, Maxicare, means we are prepared to extend excellent patient service on top of medical care. Re-igniting our progress means being able to map our customer’s journey from their onboarding to their post-medical needs,” added Victoria.
To know more about Maxicare and its products and services, call their 24/7 hotline 8582-1900.
