A healthy home made easy with these Xiaomi Smart Appliances

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Fresh air, fresh home, fresh life with the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 and the Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Series

Manila, Philippines – Having a clean and healthy home environment has never been easier with the help of these recently launched smart appliances from Xiaomi, the Smart Air Purifier 4 Series and the Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Series.

Get to know more about these new offerings that will help you maintain a home that can keep your loved ones healthy and protected at all times.

Breathe healthier with the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Series

Get cleaner, fresher indoor air with the new Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 series that can remove common harmful gases, odour and other air particles in your home. Xiaomi upgraded its widely-acclaimed Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier Series with three new variants - Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro, 4, and 4 Lite.

All variants feature a 3-in-1 filtration system that includes a primary filter, Xiaomi's High-Efficiency Filter, and a high-quality activated carbon filter to trap 99.97% of air pollutants as small as 0.3 microns, which is ideal for homes with many family members to ensure all your loved ones get the freshest air. Their sleek design. The series is equipped with a crisp OLED touch display that enables easy viewing of AQI, temperature, and humidity statistics at a glance, as well as quick adjustments with only a few clicks to maximize efficiency for hard-working busy individuals.

The top variant, the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro, has a large effective coverage area of 60m² and can purify a living room of 40m² in approximately 15 minutes. The Smart Air Purifier 4 features a low-noise nighttime running mode at only 32.1dB(A) to ensure seamless integration with users' modern homes and lives, while the Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite will easily fit into your home with a body taking up an area size that almost equals to an A4 paper while having a large coverage area of 25-43m² effective coverage area. 

The Air Purifier 4 Pro, Air Purifier 4, and Air Purifier 4 Lite retail for Php 11,999, Php 8,999, and Php 6,999 respectively.

Convenient cleaning with the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Series

Always come home to a clean home with the new and improved Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 series that comes in three new variants - the Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, Vacuum-Mop 2, and Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite.

The Vacuum-Mop 2 features an upgraded pressurized mopping for more effective mopping and efficient cleaning wherever you live. It has a 2700Pa powerful suction for persistent, powerful, and instant cleaning. It can clean areas of up to 150 m² in one pass as it is equipped with a large 3200mAh battery and can clean for up to 110 minutes. For vacuuming and mopping, it has a Japanese NIDEC brushless motor for consistently strong suction power to effectively remove anything from tiny dust and hair to large crumbs and debris, while its super-dense 0.1mm fibre main brush can easily reach corners and gaps between floor boards. It has a 550 mL High-capacity dustbin and 250mL smart electronically controlled water tank that allows it to last longer and cover more areas.

The Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro can do this and more with its LDS radar rangefinder and its ability to map multiple floors of your home. It is a highly efficient cleaning partner as it is capable of vacuuming up large particles of dust and debris from crevices with its 3000Pa suction that also has 3 vacuum-mop modes and 4 suction power settings. It also has a high-frequency sonic vibration mopping at 10,000 vibrations per minute to power clean even stubborn stains.

Lastly, the Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite has a 81.3 mm slim design to reach under most furniture including beds, cabinets and sofas, eliminating dirt hiding underneath, without getting stuck. It also has 25 high-precision sensors and Gyroscope & Visual-aided NavigationPrecise capture of your house layout so it can easily clean your home and a larger 270 mL large-capacity water tank that has an electronically-controlled water pump with 3 water level settings.

The Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, Vacuum-Mop 2, and Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite are available for Php 17,999, Php 11,499, and Php 7,999 respectively.

Cleaning Control at Your Fingertips

If you are a busy individual, you are in luck!  The  Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 and Mi Robot-Vacuum Mop 2 series can be controlled through the Xiaomi Home App to save more time and energy, giving you one less thing to worry about so you can focus on other daily activities. Through the app, users can control the device remotely, allowing them to easily schedule routines and behavior, set up automation with other IoT devices, allow Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for easy voice commands, and more.

The Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier and Vacuum-Mop 2 Series are now available in the Official Xiaomi Lazada store and authorized Xiaomi Stores nationwide.

 

Discover the Best Items to Complete Your Wedding Journey at the Shopee Wedding Expo

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From February 26-27, couples, wedding planners, and stylists can maximize big discounts, redeem exclusive deals and more at the Shopee Wedding Expo 

MANILA, FEBRUARY 23, 2022 - Getting ready for the big day? Planning weddings can be daunting and exciting for all those involved, made even more complicated by the changing safety protocols in the last two years. If you’re recently engaged and don’t know where to begin, or if you’re one of the trusted friends and family tasked to make things happen, why not try sourcing all your wedding needs on Shopee? Brides and grooms-to-be can enjoy big discounts, coins cashback, and more at the Shopee Wedding Expo happening from February 26-27. 

Shopee offers a very unique shopping experience, especially for couples looking to DIY their weddings and stylists who have to source their materials for the festivities. The Shopee Wedding Expo is packed with awesome deals from a wide assortment of wedding must-haves that’ll cover the preparations before the ceremony all the way to the reception. Be inspired by the stories of our Shopee Fam, newlywed couple George and T-Ann, and renowned event stylist Teddy Manuel, who prove that Shopee is indeed a gold mine for wedding essentials.

George and T-Ann achieve their DIY wedding on a budget with Shopee

Before getting married earlier this month, George and T-Ann faced difficulties canvassing materials for their wedding. The couple, who had been together five years, turned to Shopee to purchase almost everything they needed for their celebration. Although both were busy with their respective schedules (George running their family business and T-Ann just finishing her residency as a physician), they were able to contact and secure a few suppliers for their decorations. Still, they had a lot on their checklist which weren’t readily available. 

With shopping malls and Divisoria being crowded and risky to visit, they opted to buy on Shopee the remaining materials for their arches, scented candles and table toppers, and even their souvenirs for more than 100 guests. Not only did the couple cut down significantly on expenses, but they also enjoyed the process of making the decorations. “Don’t be afraid to DIY. It adds a personal touch to the wedding. Our relatives all came together to help create some of our big decorations. These became priceless moments we’ll treasure together forever.” 

For couples also considering a  DIY wedding, George and T-Ann advise them to focus on affordable, quality raw materials that look premium and professionally put together. The couple also suggests buying a sample first to check the quality before ordering in bulk. Want a fairytale-like wedding? The couple recommends these fairy and geometric lights that spruced up their venue and these personalized scented candles that served as giveaways to the guests. “Shopee really played a big part in our wedding preparations, as most items were already available there at very affordable prices. It was so convenient for us, since we didn’t have to worry about spending money on parking and gas and going to crowded places.”

Teddy Manuel turns to Shopee for his event styling needs 

Teddy Manuel is a popular event stylist who has been making waves in the industry for almost two decades. Widely regarded as one of the pioneers in his craft, Teddy puts in a lot of time and effort in making his clients’ weddings aesthetically pleasing — from entrance decors for the entourage to the backdrop and ceiling works at the reception. When the pandemic hit, he had to adapt accordingly as sourcing materials internationally became a challenge due to stricter protocols and logistical delays. Teddy’s resourcefulness led him to try Shopee as his new go-to supplier.

With more couples opting for intimate weddings, Teddy focuses on the smallest details that can create a big impact at the wedding venue. He shares his most important tip for wedding planning: always be cohesive. “It’s important that everything ties together. Stick to a color scheme and work your way from there. Check Shopee for the specific products that you need and you’ll surely find a lot of options.” Among Teddy’s favorite Shopee finds are these hanging silk flowers and these white parasols, both of which add lush elegance to any event space. He also looks to Shopee for tableware such as this beautifully-crafted, gold-rimmed ceramic Nordic plate for the perfect finishing touch to his set-up. 

“When you’re ordering online, it’s crucial that you read the description and contact the seller to get further information about the product. I’m grateful that I’ve gotten affordable and high-quality products on Shopee — and  since all I have to do is add them to my cart, it’s easier for me to manage other tasks and responsibilities for the wedding too.”

 

Here are some of the best deals to watch out for in the Shopee Wedding Expo, perfect for the ceremony proper or the reception that follows: a stylish but budget-friendly men’s formal suit, artificial flowers for venue decors, hook drop earrings to glam you up, and thick bottom sandals to complete your outfit.

The Shopee Wedding Expo will happen from February 26 to 27, 2022. You can also enjoy 10% off (minimum spend of ₱1,000, capped at ₱500) on select products and get a more rewarding shopping experience when you checkout using ShopeePay’s free shipping vouchers. Check out a bunch of wedding preparation deals for as low as ₱1 when you pay via ShopeePay at partner merchants such as Resorts World Manila and FlowerStore.ph. After the expo, you can proceed with shopping for more wedding needs by maximizing ShopeePay's free transfers feature and sending payments to suppliers that only accept bank transfers as a mode of payment.

Don’t let the stressful wedding preparations ruin the romantic getaway with your better half. You deserve to relax and recharge on your honeymoon. With ShopeePay, you can get great promos at some of the country’s luxurious hotels to make the experience even more special. Get 20% cashback when you book your hotel bookings, including Estacio Uno Boracay, Mithi Resort and Spa Bohol, and White Breeze Palawan on Shopee and pay with ShopeePay.

To know more about the Shopee Wedding Expo, visit https://shopee.ph/m/wedding-expo. 

Coco Martin supports new partylist advocating for livelihood and the transport sector

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Coco Martin, famously known as Cardo Dalisay on-screen, is making rounds all over as he debuts his endorsement not of the partylist with the same name as his show, but of a new party-list – AP Partylist #AkoyPilipino on Friday, February 25.

 “Anuman ang hirap na ating pinagdadaanan, may kakampi na tayo…” Martin introduced his new party-list group with first nominee Rep. Ronnie Ong in-action in the background in the partylist’s video now circulating online. He continues, “Ang AP Partylist ang tutulong magbigay ng trabaho at kabuhayan sa mga manggagawang Pilipino.”

Rep. Ronnie Ong is Coco Martin’s long-time friend and is nicknamed by PeopleAsia as the “frontliner Congressman.” Ong is known for his various out-of-the-box COVID-19 Bayanihan projects since the first lockdown, such as his #LibrengSakay program for healthworkers, #LibrengGulay program for community kitchens, #LibrengTablets and E-skwela Hub e-learning centers for students and teachers.

Before the pandemic, Ong also supported senior citizens looking for employment through his Tulong Pangkabuhayan program, deploying various able-bodied and willing-to-work seniors at airports, public universities and government agencies. During the pandemic, he also helped out-of-work transport workers such as UV Express or FX drivers by employing them as #LibrengSakay drivers, as well as some laid-off ABS-CBN employees who found alternative work as contact tracers.

More than just Coco Martin, the all-star cast of Ang Probinsyano forming the famed “Task Force Agila,” has also expressed their support for AP Partylist on their social media pages, sharing the various advocacies of AP Partylist closest to them. 

“Mula po noong umpisa nakasama na namin si Cong. Ronnie, at kita namin na nagtrabaho talaga siya, naglingkod talaga siya. Kaya ngayon, ang #164 AP Partylist na kasama siya ang sinusuportahan na namin. Sana po ay suportahan niyo rin,” Coco Martin said.

Aside from the endorsement video, AP Partylist also collaborated with OPM artists Bassilyo, Sisa and Smugglaz with their “Ako’y Pilipino,” anthem that sings of the pride, perseverance, and hardwork of Filipinos. They sing, “Ikaw ay magtiwala, magtiwalang may magagawa. Ito na ang panahon, ang tamang pagkakataon, sa bawat daing mo’y magtutugon. Ako’y Pilipinong lumalaban, tumatapang, lalo kung nasusugatan, anumang pagsubok ang daanan, haharapin nang may kagitingan. Itaas mo ang noo, isigaw mo sa buong mundo, ako’y Pilipino.” Both videos are available on Youtube and on AP Party-list’s official social media pages. 

Coco Martin calls on the audience to join him on his new journey with his new partylist, “Dito na tayo sa biyaheng aasenso ang lahat ng Pilipino… AP Partylist #AkoyPilipino, number 164 sa balota.” 

Stay updated, for more info, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHAqU3Ie-mI and https://fb.watch/bnvpau0MFE/

Cignal brings back Pinoy comedy hits on BuKo Channel

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With summer just around the corner, Cignal relives the good old days of Pinoy TV humor as BuKo Channel brings back some OG classic comedies such as the hit fantasy sitcom Okay Ka, Fairy Ko and more. Missing Enteng Kabisote, Faye, Benok, Prinsipe K and, yes, Ina Magenta? 

Wait no more as BuKo brings back your favorite people from Engkantasya! A well-loved 1987 series which had an amazing 10 year-run, Okay Ka, Fairy Ko was top-billed by some of the country’s most prominent celebrities: Vic Sotto, Alice Dixon, Charito Solis, Aiza (Ice) Seguerra, and many more. This is the sitcom’s first-ever Philippine TV comeback since the 80s and you can only watch it on BuKo Channel, available exclusively on Cignal TV CH. 2, SatLive TV, and Cignal Play.

Aside from the return of Okay Ka, Fairy Ko, BuKo makes it a total feel-good season by airing other Pinoy Classic Hits, including Daisy Siete, the phenomenal afternoon drama anthology starring the Sexbomb Girls; Vic Sotto’s Daddy DiDoDu; and Wow Mali!, the weeknight comedy gag show hosted by master prankster Joey De Leon. Completing this comedic buffet is the hit sketch comedy show Bubble Gang to make your Saturday nights enjoyably nostalgic and fun.

BuKo truly serves all the entertainment you need under one roof not just with the most well-loved shows of your childhood but also the freshest original content based on popular demand.

Followers of the hit BuKo Originals are in for a big treat this March as Maine Mendoza's trending vlog-type travel magazine show #MaineGoals premieres its much-awaited Season 2 on March 7, while Pokwang serves more delectable cooking tips in the fresh new episodes of Kusina Ni Manang premiering on March 12.

BuKo has more in store as this first-ever 24/7 all-comedy channel serves more refreshing original content that will fill the viewers' appetite for belly-aching fun. This March, BuKo will also launch BalitaOnenan!, which is set to deliver the country’s latest and hot news parody with a dash of humor and an outpour of hilarity, led by the three of the country’s funniest comedians: Alex Calleja, Kaladkaren and Wally Bayola.

Catch all these BuKo Originals and hit comedy comebacks exclusively on Cignal TV CH. 2, SatLive TV and Cignal Play.

Kwentong Jollibee’s short films define love with true, modern-day Pinoy stories

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What is the real meaning of love? This is the question that Jollibee aims to answer with its latest heartfelt and swoon-worthy Kwentong Jollibee Valentine's series.

Back at it again after the series’ continuous success, Jollibee and McCann WorldGroup keep Kwentong Jollibee episodes real and fresh by exploring new, true-to-life stories unique to the experiences of Filipinos in these current times. 

Find the real meaning of love with Kwentong Jollibee’s heartfelt Valentine's films now available on the Jollibee Studios YouTube channel and Jollibee Facebook page.

The shorts 600 Days and Dream Guy are directed by Antoinette Jadaone, while ILY is directed by JP Habac. Both acclaimed filmmakers have captured the hearts of Pinoy audiences with previous Kwentong Jollibee episodes–LDR (2021) by Jadaone and the smash-hit One True Pair The Movie (2021) featuring John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo by Habac.

To date, the series has amassed more than 44.6 million views on the Jollibee Studios YouTube channel and the Jollibee Facebook page combined.

“What makes every Kwentong Jollibee film resonate and touch the lives of Filipinos is that these stories are rooted in the Filipino experience. We continuously make an effort to have our viewers know that their emotions, situations, problems, and successes are seen and heard while constantly reminding them that while the world may change, love will always remain constant and unflinching,” said Arline Adeva, Jollibee Assistant Vice President and Head of Brand PR, Engagement, and Digital Marketing.

Finding the real meaning of love

As we continue to experience “love in the time of corona”, the challenges that come with it have repeatedly redefined love for some and shown the real meaning of love to others. 

In this year’s Kwentong Jollibee Valentines series we get a genuine snapshot of this era - from lockdown relationships to K-drama crushes – as well as nuanced definitions of love from different perspectives.  

“One thing that sets Kwentong Jollibee apart is how it’s always current and timely. It’s culled from life lessons and stories of different people through experiences brought by the times,” said Sid Samodio, McCann WorldGroup Philippines Executive Creative Director.

Staying true to its purpose of narrating authentic Pinoy stories on Valentine’s Day and other red-letter occasions, the episodes allow audiences to feel both seen and represented. The first episode entitled “600 Days”, in particular, is a sequel to last year’s “LDR” and accurately captures the realities of relationships affected by the pandemic.

“Two years into the pandemic, we found that people were in a state of uncertainty. There have been so many stops and starts, with everybody needing to adjust to the constant changes. And in a world where people are becoming increasingly separated from one another, and where more relationships are formed and maintained online instead of face to face, where can we find the real meaning of love?” he said, explaining the thought behind this year’s Kwentong Jollibee Valentine’s series.

This authenticity is what Pinoys keep coming back to even after years since Kwentong Jollibee’s first viral hit in 2017. With about 800 million views on Jollibee’s official Facebook page and Jollibee Studios YouTube channel and continued sparks of conversation in the digital sphere, it’s safe to say that the Kwentong Jollibee series holds the same space in Pinoy hearts as Jollibee’s langhap-sarap meals. 

Catch all three #KwentongJollibee Valentine’s Day special shorts; “600 Days”, “Dream Guy”, and “ILY” on Jollibee Studios YouTube channel and join the conversation on Jollibee’s official Facebook page.  

CREDITS

Client: Jollibee

Marketing Head, Jollibee Global & Jollibee Philippines: Francis Flores

Assistant Vice President and Head of Brand PR, Engagement and Digital Marketing: Arline Adeva

Brand Engagement Manager: Beatriz Cruz

Senior Trade Marketing Manager: Jen Orven Ariel Zaragoza

Assistant Brand Manager: Marie Joyce Marfori

Assistant Brand Manager: Paul Lorenz Chua

Social Media & Digital Content Officer: Jean Vittorio Sabado

Agency: McCann Worldgroup Philippines, Inc.

Executive Creative Director: Sid Samodio

Associate Creative Directors: Ming Salcedo for 600 Days, Marlon Borreo for Dream Guy, Flem Anonuevo for ILY

Art Directors: Gabby Alcazaren for 600 days, Rica Lao for Dream Guy, Karl Ricalde for ILY

Associate Managing Partner: Mitzie Lim-Nacianceno

Associate Business Group Director: Joms Robles

Account Managers: Chloe Adarayan, Pau Frayco

Planning Director: Earl Javier

Jr. Planner: Nathan Edades

Mapper: Sam Manaloto

 

600 Days

Producer: Mariel Cruz

Executive Producer: Jenny Gapiz

Director: Antoinette Jadaone

Director of Photography: Theo Lozada

Production Designer: Ben Padero Carlo Tabije

Assistant Director: Shai Advincula-Antonio

Production Manager: Denice Javier

Production Staff: Jo Anne Brios-Simsuangco, Paolo Bianco Jabillo, Viel Santos

Makeup: Janzeil Siachongco

Caster: Toots Gallardo

Livesound: Drew Milallos

Gaffer: Joey Vela Baltazar

Propsman: Jimmy Torado

VTR: Jaye Kalvz Bueno

Offline: Benjamin Tolentino

Online: Terminal 6

Grading: Emerald Lee

 

Dream Guy

Producer: Mariel Cruz

Executive Producer: Jenny Gapiz

Director: Antoinette Jadaone

Director of Photography: Pao Orendain

Score: Len Calvo

Production Designer: Alvin Francisco

Wardrobe: Mica Carreon Claudine Vizconde

Assistant Director: Marjorie Darunday Sales

Production Manager: Denice Javier

Production Staff: Jennifer Ann Olmillo, Thea Alcantara, Nica Dalisay, Carlos Salonoy

Makeup: Janzeil Siachongco

Caster: Toots Gallardo

Livesound: Drew Milallos

Gaffer: Jay Linaga

Propsman: Nino Ruzol

VTR: Jaye Kalvz Bueno

Offline: Benjamin Tolentino

Online: Terminal 6

Grading: Emerald Lee

 

ILY

Producer: Jho Moya

Executive Producer: Jenny Gapiz

Director: JP Habac

Director of Photography: Tristan Salas and Neil Bion

Production Designer: Monica Sebial

Assistant Director: Aly Villanueva

Caster: Toots Gallardo

Production Manager: Bea Angulo

Production Staff: Daissa Silvan, Gian Torrenueva, Pauline Sangalang

Post House: Terminal 6

Offline Editor: Renard Torres

Online Editor: John Keith Jose

Colorist: Jan Andrei Cobey

Post-Production Coordinator: Riah Tonio