The Galaxy S23 Series: Designed With the Planet in Mind

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With its new, cutting-edge design, Samsung’s new Galaxy S23 series (Galaxy 23 Ultra, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23) demonstrated that innovation brings both high-performance and sustainability for the ultimate premium experience.

The Galaxy S23 series raised the bar for both quality and aesthetics with less environmental impact than previous generations. To achieve this, Samsung incorporated recycled materials in more device components than in any other previous Galaxy smartphone and designed the packaging box using 100% recycled paper.

The presence of recycled materials in the Galaxy S23 series has also been increased, rising from six internal components made from eco-conscious materials in the Galaxy S22 Ultra to 12 internal and external components incorporating recycled materials in the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Samsung also used a wider variety of recycled materials, including pre-consumer recycled aluminum and glass, for use in Galaxy devices. By continuing to increase recycled materials in Galaxy devices, this helped the company reduce their impact on the environment. Specifically, the use of recycled ocean-bound plastics in the Galaxy S23 series could prevent more than 15 tons of discarded fishing nets from entering the world’s oceans by the end of 2023, helping to reduce ocean pollution.

The Galaxy S23 series is also built to last with durability and repairability, making it dependable for years to come. It’s the first device to feature Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2, which offers durability for long-term use and contains an average of 22 percent pre-consumer recycled content. The Galaxy S23 series also provides four generations of OS upgrades and five years of security updates, so users are protected for longer.

The Galaxy S23 Series also marked a new era of Samsung, marking a new era of Samsung Galaxy’s ultimate premium phone experience. Samsung Galaxy's epic camera gives users more freedom to explore their creativity, like capturing truly cinematic Nightography videos with transformative AI.

Meanwhile, the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy” unleashes premium experiences, including groundbreaking AI, future-ready mobile gaming feature and powerfully sustained game play with the world’s fastest mobile graphics.[1] On the Galaxy S23 Ultra, an embedded S Pen[2] that many long-time Samsung Galaxy users know and love offers more possibilities for productivity, notetaking, hobbies and more.

All the Galaxy S23 series’ new standard-setting innovations are housed within a striking design that advances the company’s sustainability commitment with more components made using recycled materials than any other Samsung Galaxy smartphone.

Pre-orders are now ongoing for the Galaxy S23 Series. From today until February 23, 2023, customers who pre-order the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ , or the Galaxy S23 Ultra through samsung.com will enjoy discounts of up to PHP 76,000, including a FREE Memory Upgrade worth up to PHP 8,000. Those who avail this special promo can instantly get the higher memory variant for the price of the lower variant within the same model lineup.

Meanwhile, those who will trade-in their old devices can also enjoy additional savings of up to PHP 13,000 on top of their old device’s residual value.

The online pre-order promo also comes with an e-voucher worth up to PHP 5,000, a 50% discount on the Galaxy Buds2 Pro, and 30% off on the Galaxy Watch5 Series. This deal also includes a free 1-year Samsung Care+ coverage worth PHP 5,999, and a chance to earn double Samsung Rewards points.

For more information, visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/offer/online/2023/galaxy-s23-pre-order/

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[1] Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy is optimized for Samsung and exclusive at the time of Galaxy S23 series’ launch.

[2] S pen support is only available on Galaxy S23 Ultra among Galaxy 23 series.

New UT Collaboration Collection Celebrates Films of Sofia Coppola

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Global apparel retailer UNIQLO today announces that it will launch the CELEBRATING SOFIA COPPOLA UT collection on Monday, March 6. This collaboration spotlights some of Ms. Coppola’s greatest achievements since her debut as a film director 25 years ago, flourishing into one of Hollywood’s leading contemporary directors by exploring the subtleties of human life. The UT line presents memorable scenes and quotes from her films.

Commenting on today’s announcement, Takahiro Kinoshita, Fast Retailing Group Senior Executive Officer and Creative Director, said, "Sofia Coppola has many fans around the world, including me. I feel her charm is in her ability to create carefully layered visual expressions, as well as her overall style and way of living a dignified life. I am really happy to be collaborating with Ms. Coppola on our special film-themed UT collection."

Ms. Coppola said, “I am so happy to have this project celebrating my work and hope people will enjoy the T-shirts as a token of the films that are so much a part of my life. They are a great reminder of the collaborators I worked with and the creative experience we shared. I like to wear T-shirts of artists and musicians who I love, and in the same way wish for them to mean something to someone who likes my work. I always like how a T-shirt can connect you to other people who like the same thing you do.”

The collection presents motifs from five of her most noteworthy films. They are The Virgin Suicides, Lost in Translation, Marie Antoinette, Somewhere, and The Bling Ring. The designs and silhouettes of these T-shirts appeal to all.

Collection Overview

Launch date:   Monday, March 6

Items:              T-shirts in five designs priced at Php 790 and a totebag priced at Php 790

Availability:    UNIQLO store nationwide and on UNIQLO.COM/PH

Special site:     https://www.uniqlo.com/ph/en/spl/ut-collection/sofia-coppola

Profile of Sofia Coppola

Born in 1971, Sofia Coppola grew up in northern California. She has directed seven feature-length films, beginning with The Virgin Suicides in 1999. She has attracted numerous fans with her highly artistic and original scripts. She won Best Director at the 70th Cannes Film Festival in 2017.

Start the year strong by setting purposeful intentions

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A new year brings with it a lot of hope and new beginnings, which is why many set resolutions for the year ahead in terms of their physical, financial, professional, and other life goals. However, many struggle with seeing them through. According to a Forbes article, more than half of these resolutions will be abandoned just after one month.

In case it has been a struggle a month or so into the year, we can try taking a different and more flexible approach by setting intentions instead of resolutions. These are like guides that could help condition our mindset and make our goals more flexible, helping take some of the pressure off. According to the 2022  Mind Health Study of leading insurance provider AXA Philippines, which examines the building blocks of mental wellbeing in Europe and Asia, one of the skills needed to achieve the top mental health state –  the state of flourishing - is to reflect on one’s meaning and purpose. Looking inwards and asking ourselves what really matters to us is a good starting point to having more meaning and purpose in our lives.

AXA Philippines advocates protecting what matters and encourages everyone to take care of their physical, mental, and financial health. Here are some intentions to consider for the new year for better holistic health:

Be open to new experiences. What the recent years have taught us is the possibility of life being put to a halt at any moment. This year, why not try being on the lookout for new opportunities and experiences, especially as the world opens up more. Instead of saying, “I can’t,” try saying “why not,” so you can make the most of what life has to offer. Your next big adventure might just be waiting for you to make a move.

Explore different fitness routines. In the same study, AXA shared that physical health behaviors can have a significant effect on a person’s mental health. Becoming fit is one of the most common new year’s resolutions, and possibly one of the hardest to sustain. Instead of aiming to lose a specific amount of weight, focus first on finding the right routine that you truly enjoy and can motivate you long enough to form a habit. In the end, having fun aids in consistency, so you can see the results of your hard work.

Protect your financial and physical health. Having financial freedom is one way to ease your worries. This year, make an effort to be more mindful of your expenses and find ways to grow and protect your wealth. Instead of instant gratification, create a plan for big ticket items and start thinking of ways to save up for it. Aside from just saving and investing money, protect your health as well by getting an insurance plan that fits you and your family’s needs.

Make mental health a priority. Just like physical health, mental health should also be treated with the same importance. In a 2021 survey conducted by health and fitness app REBEL, only 16% of the 500 Filipino respondents targeted to reduce stress and take care of their mental health. This 2023, aim to be more kind to yourself, promise to find more time to do something you love, seek help when needed, and overall aim to be more mindful of your mental health. Avoid burnout and learn to listen to your mind and body to know when you need a break and make time for some me-time.

As we get ready to take on the year, remember to take care of yourself to better care for those who matter to you most. To care for your holistic wellbeing, AXA Philippines has multiple insurance plans available for added health protection and coverage. Health Care Access is a comprehensive health plan that takes care of your overall wellbeing - from prevention, diagnosis, hospitalization, and treatments, and even includes coverage for mental health services.

AXA Philippines also has Health Start, which covers critical illnesses including cancers common to women such as breast and ovarian cancer, while also providing you with coverage for your child. Their Health Start Lite plan also covers the top three critical illnesses and starts at as low as Php 535 per month.

Lastly, AXA’s Global Health Access has an extensive worldwide medical coverage for the prevention and diagnosis of critical illnesses. Since caring for yourself also means taking vitamins and supplements, you can have these reimbursed as part of your plan’s coverage, which is also applicable for pregnant women and their specific needs.

For more information or to consult with an advisor, visit the AXA Philippines website www.axa.com.ph.

A gift of authentic Japanese Ramen from Ramen Nagi

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With the successful launch of the Unbelievable Niboshi Ramen last January, Ramen Nagi is giving us another unbelievable authentic Japanese experience in a bowl.

A heartfelt gift from Ramen Nagi’s Ramen Master Chef Satoshi Ikuta-san, the Nori Niboshi King is the sum of in-depth collaboration with Ramen Nagi’s chefs. 

The Niboshi King is filled with fresh, handcrafted noodles and small dried fish infused with Tonkotsu broth and topped with chashu, peanuts, seaweeds, and the signature Nagi spice blend.

For only Php 590, you can now experience a true Japanese culinary masterpiece.

However, like all good things, the Nori Niboshi King is only available for a limited time only!

For the whole month of February, get a taste of authentic Japanese Niboshi in a delightful bowl in all Ramen Nagi stores nationwide or have it delivered to your doorstep through Grab or Foodpanda.

For more details, check out Ramen Nagi PH (Facebook) or @ramennagimanila (IG).

#RamenNagiMadeinJapan 

#AuthenticRamen

realme 10 Pro 5G SOLD OUT in just 3 minute

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Fans flocked to Shopee for first day availability, selling 2 units per second

Manila, Philippines - realme Philippines, the consecutive two-year champion according to Canalys 2021-2022 reports, celebrates its first big milestone for 2023 with a 3-minute sold-out record on Shopee. During the February 15 maiden selling of the realme 10 Pro 5G, the new model sold 2 units per second on average, with the initial bulk going out of stock right after the sale went live at 12MN.

“We are humbled by the overwhelming support from the realme Squad and our media partners,” says Austine Huang, VP for Marketing. “We sincerely thank the thousands of viewers who tuned in to our realme 10 Pro Series 5G launch yesterday, and we promise to match the same level of enthusiasm with everything we have lined up for 2023.”

The realme 10 Pro 5G will definitely be restocked on Shopee, in time for its end-of-month sale. Fans who missed out during the first day selling can still head over to Lazada until February 17, Friday to catch the early bird offer of only PHP 14,999. This Lazada exclusive is also at PHP 2,000 OFF the original SRP, and comes with an additional one year warranty (for a total of two years), plus a FREE Globe SIM Card with 65GB of free data.

realme 10 Pro Series 5G Launch, from Left to Right: Product Marketing Manager Jimmclaude Gayo;

VP for Marketing Austine Huang; Home Credit Product Marketing Lead Richard Sarinas;

E-Commerce Lead Ryan Ng; and Digital Marketing Manager Poy Siena.

During the product launch last February 14, the speakers elaborated on the unique features of the realme 10 Pro 5G, such as the 1mm ultra thin side bezels made possible by RAZR Technology (Removed Adhesive Zero Resin), which allows for more compression when attaching the parts inside the smartphone, giving wider room to work with the display. This made the realme 10 Pro 5G’s Boundless Display practically thinner than the tip of a pencil, or just as thick as 3 pieces of bond paper, and even less than half the width of a 1-Peso coin.

The launch also took a deep dive into the often overlooked aspects of smartphone ownership, like overall User Experience and User Interface. It highlighted the new realme UI 4.0, which optimizes the layout, design, and functionality of the smartphone so it can suit the user better, instead of the other way around. Nifty features such as Auto Pixelate, Smart Always On Display with different presets, and even Advanced Encryption Standard for improved privacy on user’s files were highlighted so that all viewers, even those without a tech background, can better make use of the new additions.

realme’s long standing partnership with Home Credit was also given the spotlight, allowing more Filipinos to get their dream smartphone without a one-time big-time payment. The realme 10 Pro 5G is eligible for either a 6-month or a 9-month installment plan, wherein fans can #DisplayNewVision for as low as only 44 pesos a day.

On top of its cutting-edge 120Hz Boundless Display, the realme 10 Pro 5G also comes with a 108MP ProLight Camera, Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G Processor, 5000mAh Battery backed by a 33W SUPERVOOC Charging, Hi-Res Dual Stereo Speakers, and the new realme UI 4.0 based on Android 13 right off the box. It’s available in three colors: Dark Matter, Nebula Blue, and Hyperspace Gold.

“Spot The Real Pros” offline promo

Aside from the generous online offers, customers who purchase a realme 10 Pro 5G or any realme AIoT Device worth PHP 9,000 and up in any of the 30 participating realme Concept Stores can join the “Spot The Real Pros” retail promo, where they can get a chance to win a realme TechLife Handheld Vacuum Cleaner worth PHP 8,990. Check out the table below:

Spot The Real Pros participating realme Concept Stores
Metro Manila	North Luzon	South Luzon	Visayas	Mindanao
-SM North Edsa -SM Fairview -SM Cubao -Market Market -Festival Mall -SM Sucat -SM Taytay -SM East Ortigas -SM Sta Mesa	-SM Cabanatuan -Robinsons Santiago -Baguio Center Mall -Robinsons Malolos -SM San Jose Del Monte	-Robinsons Galleria South -SM Lucena -SM Calamba -SM Dasmarinas -SM Bacoor -SM Molino -Walmart Tanauan -SM Batangas	-Robinsons Tacloban -SM Cebu -SM Seaside -SM Mandurriao	-SM Mindpro Zamboanga -SM Ecoland -SM Lanang Premiere -SM Gensan

realme 10 Pro+ 5G to be sold earlier in realme offline stores

Shortly after the local realme 10 Pro Series 5G launch, fans flooded the comments section on realme’s official Facebook page asking for the realme 10 Pro+ 5G, which was offered through pre-order basis.

In a recent post of Austine Huang, realme Philippines’ VP for Marketing, it was announced that the realme 10 Pro+ 5G will be available for purchasing at realme offline stores earlier. The brand is also currently preparing to accommodate the high demand so that the realme Squad can visit any realme offline stores and make their purchase sooner than expected!

Those who are availing the realme 10 Pro+ 5G in 8GB+128GB storage variant earlier will still get a FREE realme Power Bank 2 (10000mAh) worth P899 along with a FREE TechLife Buds Classic worth P499. On the other hand, customers purchasing the realme 10 Pro+ 5G in 8GB+256GB storage variant will be getting a FREE DIZO Star 500 worth P1,299 and a FREE TechLife Buds Classic that is worth P499.

As for the online availability on Shopee and Lazada, make sure to stay tuned and follow realme’s official Facebook page for announcements and latest updates.