Sony debuts its newest and most compact G Master Lens

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Sony officially announces pre-orders of the FE 50mm F1.4 GM lens (model SEL50F14GM) as its newest addition to its acclaimed G Master full-frame lens lineup.

The FE 50mm F1.4 GM is an e-mount lens that expands Sony’s offerings with a premium 50 mm prime lens packed into a remarkably compact and lightweight design. Even at F1.4, FE 50mm F1.4 GM delivers first-class image quality, including high-resolution and naturally rendered bokeh known to Sony’s top-tier G Master™ series. When paired with the latest Sony cameras, it is an ideal option for a wide variety of uses in both still and video including portraiture, landscape, travel, and wedding.

“At Sony, we are continually listening to the needs of today’s content creators and are proud to announce the newest innovative option with the FE 50mm F1.4 GM lens, the latest addition to the E-mount lens line-up,” said Yasufumi Machitani, General Manager, Digital Imaging Division, Sony Electronics Asia Pacific. “This prime lens is a great option for both photography and videography use and delivers excellent image quality at 50 mm, one of the most popular focal lengths. Being able to pack our latest G Master technology into such a compact form factor brings ultimate versatility to a 50 mm for Sony.”

Sharp Imagery and Beautiful Bokeh

The advanced optical design and elements unique to Sony’s top-of-the-line G Master™ series brings outstanding image quality to FE 50mm F1.4 GM. Spherical aberration control at both the design and the manufacturing stages contributes to beautiful bokeh. The lens offers naturally rendered bokeh with an 11-blade circular aperture and sharp realism is offered throughout the maximum aperture range. Deep, creamy bokeh at F1.4 is ideal for a variety of shooting scenarios including making portrait subjects stand out from their surroundings.

In addition, the minimum focusing distance of FE 50mm F1.4 GM is just 0.41 meters and the maximum magnification is 0.16x when autofocus is used. This level of close-up performance provides extra flexibility when shooting both stills and videos.

Portrait photo shot by Charisma Lico, Sony Alpha Professional for Fashion and Advertising, using the new Sony FE 50mm F1.4 G Master Lens

“I’ve always been a fan of portrait lenses and I remember 50mm was one of my first investments! In love with the new FE 50mm F1.4 GM lens because of the details it produces in my images, precision in AF tracking, its compact size and light weight. Definitely my go-to lens whether for travel or work,” shared by Charisma Lico, Sony Alpha Professional for Fashion and Advertising.

Remarkably Compact Design for Maximum Versatility

The FE 50mm F1.4 GM has Sony’s most advanced optical design technology including the precisely positioned XA elements, high-thrust XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors, and the latest compact circular aperture unit. These elements are critical for realizing a large-aperture, high-resolution lens that is only 80.6 mm in diameter, 96.0 mm in length, and 516 grams in weight. These measurements allow for a lens that is 33% lighter and 15% less volume when compared to conventional models with the same specifications.

The FE 50mm F1.4G Master Lens equipped in a Sony Alpha 7 IV Camera. Photo by Sherard Yu

The compact size of FE 50mm F1.4 GM paired with a Sony camera body makes this lens extremely versatile in both still and video shooting situations. With this type of mobility and low-light performance, this lens is a great choice for everything from portraits, landscapes, weddings, and travel. The compact size also makes it an ideal lens selection for gimbal and drone operation.

Fast, Precise, and Reliable Autofocus

The FE 50mm F1.4 GM’s autofocus is extremely fast and precise, making it an ideal choice for reliable content creation. The autofocus is as much as 1.9x faster than conventional models with the same specifications. The lens’s focus group is driven by Sony’s high-thrust XD linear motors and incorporates an advanced control algorithm for a smooth, responsive focus drive. When paired with the latest Sony’s Alpha cameras, this lens can quickly acquire focus and track subjects, even when using the shallow depth of field available at F1.4.

Intuitive Operability and Outstanding Reliability

The lens has been designed intuitively to help provide creators with maximum workflow efficiency while shooting. Linear Response MF ensures that the focus ring responds directly and repeatably to subtle control when focusing manually. As an exciting evolution to the premium G Master line-up, FE 50mm F1.4 GM also features an iris lock switch, which is the first ever to be offered on a Sony prime lens. Additionally, this lens features a 67 mm thread mount, allowing for a filter to be interchangeable with the FE 24mm F1.4 G Master and FE 35mm F1.4 G Master lenses.

The FE 50mm F1.4 GM’s front lens element features a fluorine coating that repels and allows for easy removal of fingerprints, dust, water, oil, and other contaminants. A dust and moisture-resistant design provides extra reliability for outdoor use in challenging conditions. These additions allow creators to use the lens with confidence in almost any shooting environment.

Pre-order your own FE 50mm F1.4 GM now for only PHP89,900 and get a free Peak Design Slide worth PHP4,500! The pre-order promo is available in all Sony Authorized Dealers nationwide starting March 3 until April 9, 2023. 

For more information, please visit: https://www.sony.com.ph/microsite/lenspreorder/ or follow /SonyPhilippines on Facebook and @sonyphinc on Instagram for updates.

Engineering Innovation - German-engineered Covid-19 killing pipes for your homes now in the Philippines

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Vesbo Pipes certified to keep your Water safe from Viruses and Bacteria

We live in a time where it is of the utmost importance that we prioritize health above all. With all the viral scares that have recently plagued the world, we need to make sure that our homes and workspaces are built to be safe from viruses and bacteria down from its very foundation. Having a clean and safe waterline system in our homes and offices already helps reduce instances of people getting sick. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) states that safe and sufficient water facilitates the practice of hygiene, which is a key measure to prevent not only diarrhoeal diseases, but acute respiratory infections and numerous neglected tropical diseases.

But, as with most often the case, the clean and safe water from the source could get contaminated via the delivery system – in our pipes. If the piping isn’t up to standard, there’s a very high chance that we can all still get very sick.

With that in mind, we are proud to announce that Vesbo PP-R BioCote Antimicrobial Pipes has become the only state-of-the-art German waterline pipe that has been proven and certified to destroy microbes such as viruses and bacteria – making it the pipe of choice of architects, developers, and medical institutions. This is another pioneering innovation of the firm and the first in the world. With a waterline system as sophisticated and “future-proof” as this one, Vesbo is helping raise the overall global health standard.

At the beginning of the Pandemic, people have been scrambling to make sense of things. Now that we are finally through the worst of it, we have the opportunity to learn from this and start future-proofing our projects. This is what Vesbo BioCote Pipes can do for you and how it plays an integral part with building for the future. By integrating safety measures like this, your future space is ready should another viral emergency comparable to COVID arises once again.

Making our spaces secure against viral and bacterial health risks starts with something as basic and structural as our pipelines. With our pipes delivering such an essential need as water, having a health safeguard allows us to rest easier in our homes and offices. Vesbo Pipes does this by warding off microbes and not just bacteria. Anti-bacterial simply deals with bacteria. Vesbo Pipes takes this a step further by being Anti-microbial which means that it is effective against a wide spectrum of microbes – such as Bacteria, Mold, Fungi, Protozoan, Algae, and Virus (Covid-19 and its many variants included).

This feat was achieved by Vesbo in a $10 Million joint-Engineering project with Biocote to develop pipes that have been formulated with anti-microbial additives. With an R&D of over 5 years, these pipes were then tested according to the ISO 22196 standard and were shown to have a remarkable effectiveness level for its antimicrobial effect on a wide range of microbes without degrading in time. Vesbo PP-R BioCote Antimicrobial Pipes have shown to eradicate and reduce the presence of viruses, bacteria, and mold by up to 99.99% while also minimizing staining and bad odors. This is in effect whether the pipes are in storage or are already in-use. The partnership with Biocote also means that these pipes are certified by the HACCP International’s Food Safety Certification.

With that kind of protection at such a structural level, not only does this give you the peace of mind you need when coming in contact with your water but it also reassures you that your water is safe for drinking which does save you time and/or effort in the long run. Plus, Vebso assures that these pipes will last more than a lifetime compared to standard piping systems in the market to date making it the most ideal choice for your homes and building projects.

Get longer-lasting pipes, and safe water for you and your loved ones. Be sure to have your water protected with Vesbo PP-R BioCote Antimicrobial Pipes. 

To know more and to see what pipes are available, please check out our website at https://vesbo.com/vesbo-anti-microbial/ and https://www.techglobal.com.ph/products/vesbo/ . Vesbo PP-R BioCote Antimicrobial Pipes is officially and exclusively distributed by Techglobal Incorporated.

J&T Express provides Financial Assistance Program for Employees with JET CARE, marking its 4th anniversary

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One of the biggest express delivery service providers in the Philippines, J&T Express, celebrates its fourth year in the country and kicks off with surprises, especially for its employees nationwide.

Despite being a newcomer in the express delivery industry in the Philippines in 2019, since then, the company bravely faced challenges and achieved several recognitions.

Over the years, J&T Express has already had expansive nationwide coverage—with most e-commerce platforms and MSMEs putting it on top of their lists as their chosen courier.

“[The] difficulties and trials [we faced] are not to be feared, we take these as opportunities and a driving force for progress. With the normalization of the pandemic, online shopping has become the choice of more customers as the company ushered in new development. We seized the opportunity to continue making broader partnerships with large e-commerce platforms, and we actively support double-day and payday promotions,” said Dean Ding, President and CEO of J&T Express Philippines.

Fast forward to four years, and the company continues to expand its nationwide coverage and vehicle fleet to further improve its services for Filipinos. Currently, J&T Express now has over 2,500 branches, close to 50,000 service personnel, and more than 2,000 owned trucks and vehicles.

“As we aim to achieve more, we need to be reminded that success is a journey, not a destination. We know J&T Express [Philippines] still has a long way to go. We will continue and improve our express delivery service, and we will invest in more advanced technologies and equipment to improve timeliness,” Mr. Ding continues.

In addition to the company’s known reputation for providing last-mile express deliveries on time, J&T Express is no stranger when it comes to helping communities and families in need. This March, J&T Express proudly shares that it has already launched JET CARE for all of its employees.

“With JET CARE, eligible employees can avail of the assistance that will be able to help with their financial needs. I hope they understand that no matter how challenging life can be, the company will always be here for you,” Ding concludes.

J&T Express regional management team along with J&T Express Philippines CEO Dean Ding (fifth from left)

J&T Express launched JET CARE Philippines on its fourth-anniversary event spearheaded by the company’s regional general managers and J&T Express PH CEO Dean Ding. JET CARE Philippines aims to provide help to J&T employees nationwide who need assistance, which is in line with the logistics courier’s core values.

JET CARE started in Indonesia on July 14, 2017. This year, J&T Express Philippines initiated and launched the JET CARE program as it aims to help its employees who are experiencing difficulties in life—may it be financial assistance for a critical illness, education, etc. J&T Express will provide these assistances which are coming from the company’s funds and donations from their management.

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About J&T Express

J&T Express is a global logistics service provider with leading express delivery businesses in Southeast Asia and China, the largest and fastest-growing markets in the world. Founded in 2015, J&T Express' network spans thirteen countries, including Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Cambodia, Singapore, China, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Mexico, Brazil, and Egypt. Adhering to its “customer-oriented and efficiency-based” mission, J&T Express is committed to providing customers with integrated logistics solutions through intelligent infrastructure and digital logistics network, as part of its global strategy to connect the world with greater efficiency and bring logistical benefits to all.

A new Portrait Expert, the OPPO Reno8 T 5G, is set to hit stores soon

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The OPPO Reno8 T 5G offers significant all-round upgrades to the popular Portrait Expert Series and is now available for pre-order starting March 2

Following the successful launch of the OPPO Reno8 T in February, OPPO is now accepting pre-orders of the much-anticipated OPPO Reno8 T 5G in the Philippines starting March 2. Users can look forward to an improved camera, a refreshed design, and superior performance as the global technology brand continues to provide quality 5G devices. 

Flagship-level design with a 120Hz 3D Curved Screen

Greeting users upon the first touch is the OPPO Reno8 T 5G’s 120Hz 3D Curved Screen, a first for the Reno Series. With a special micro curve at 56-degrees and an arc height of 1.9mm, the overall viewing and holding experience of the OPPO Reno8 T 5G is set to be nothing short of premium. Users can also look forward to a 93% screen-to-body ratio with ultra-narrow bezels.

The sleek OPPO Reno8 T 5G is set to wow users with the iconic OPPO Glow in stunning finishes of Sunrise Gold, inspired by the soft light of dawn, and Midnight Black, patterned after the moon’s reflections on a still lake.

Ultra-Clear Portraits with 108MP Camera

Never-before-seen in a Reno Series smartphone is the OPPO Reno8 T 5G’s 108MP Portrait Camera, supported by a one-of-a-kind 40x Microlens Camera and 2MP depth camera. Blurred and pixelated resolutions will be a thing of the past, as the 108MP camera offers endless possibilities for cropping and editing. Users can also look forward to AI Portrait Super Resolution, which can optimize portraits no matter the lighting condition.

The 40x Microlens Camera also allows users to peek into the microscopic world, capturing photos at 20-times and 40-times magnification. Other camera features set to impress are Selfie HDR, Bokeh Flare Portrait, Dual-View Video and more.

Smoothness up to 48 Months

With significant upgrades to both hardware and software, the OPPO Reno8 T 5G promises users a smoother smartphone experience for up to four years. The phone also features a large 4800mAh battery and 67W SUPERVOOC charging with Battery Health Engine and Dynamic Computing Engine to ensure it runs at optimal performance for longer.

Powered by Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 695 5G Mobile Platform, the latest Reno device also provides 5G connectivity, along with 8GB RAM expandable by another 8GB, and 256GB storage that can go up to 1TB with SD card.

Smart, Intuitive and Safe with ColorOS 13

Designed for added convenience, the user-centric ColorOS 13 provides a highly efficient and easy-to-use set of features, such as Smart Always-On Display for Music, through which users can quickly switch their audio preferences. Privacy features, such as Auto Pixelate, Private Safe and Five-Grade Access Control are also enhanced with ColorOS 13.

Get Your OPPO Reno8 T 5G today! The all-powerful OPPO Reno8 T 5G is now available for pre-order in the Philippines at Php 23,999 starting March 2, 2023.

Customers who pre-order until March 9, 2023 from OPPO Brand Stores and partner dealers will get free Enco Buds 2 worth Php 1,999 while those who avail through Shopee will have the same gift plus enjoy 0% interest installment for 3 months via SPayLater

Starting March 10, 2023, the Reno8 T 5G with free OPPO Enco Buds 2 can be yours through Globe Plan 1799 with no cash out and Smart Plan 999.

Stay tuned to https://www.oppo.com/ph/ or check out OPPO Philippines’ official social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok for more information.

mWell launches mWellMD app, empowering doctors to serve patients anytime, anywhere

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Metro Pacific Investments Corporation’s (MPIC) mWell, the Philippines’ first fully integrated health and wellness app, empowers partner-doctors to go fully digital with the new mWellMD app—a virtual clinic designed by doctors, for doctors.

The mWellMD app allows doctors to easily manage work schedules alongside patient data. Built with the doctor experience in mind, mWellMD gives them a seamless experience from sign-up to consultation, attending to patient needs anytime, anywhere24/7.

MPIC President and mWell Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan says, “We’re committed to delivering innovative healthcare solutions not only for mWell app users but also for our partner-doctors. mWellMD’s future-proof platform empowers Filipino doctors to reach more patients in need through the power of technology.”

MPIC Chief Finance, Risk and Sustainability Officer and mWell CEO Chaye Cabal-Revilla says, “mWell cares for our users and partner-doctors. A smooth doctor experience is an important part of mWell’s operations. We make it a point to listen and respond to their needs. Through the mWellMD app, doctors have seamless end-to-end journey that allows them to conveniently consult and grow their practice. This fully integrated digital healthcare ecosystem gives our countrymen access to quality healthcare here and abroad.”

Clinic operations made convenient

The mWellMD app is loaded with management features for doctors. This includes accessing patient data, billings, referrals to other doctors, and professional fees. All of these features and data are accessible with just a click of a button.They also have an efficient appointment booking system, connecting them with patients using the mWell app. Soon, enhanced features and a wider range of tools will be made available for doctors via mWellMD Advanced.

Designed by doctors for doctors

To guarantee a seamless experience from sign-up to consultation, doctors were engaged to test the platform, making sure that the whole application is intuitive and user-friendly.

“The best healthcare platform should involve the growing needs of doctors and the health industry,” says mWell Chief Technology Officer Dr. Mike Muin. “We are going beyond telemedicine – we are building solutions for doctors to make their practices and their lives better.” As a medical doctor with over twenty years of healthcare IT experience, he says doctors like him will always look for better solutions to respond to constant challenges in healthcare.

Doctors as VIP: Round-the-clock operations and tech support

mWell is committed to providing partner-doctors the assistance they need to grow their practice. Doctors have access to 24/7 tech support, responding to their questions at the soonest possible time. mWell also has an operations team, giving regular updates and training sessions to doctors, ensuring that they have a smooth experience on the mWellMD platform.

mWellMD also follows global security standards to ensure the security and protection of all Personal Information belonging to both the doctors and patients within the system. This is supported by a holistic cybersecurity strategy and framework that can intercept all cyber threats, backed by the best technology and cybersecurity experts.

Angel Redoble, mWellChief Cybersecurity Officer and PLDT Group and Smart Communications FVP and Group CISO said “mWellMD went through rigorous vulnerability tests and security audits. It completed and passed all requirements to bring down all cyber-related risks to the lowest level.”

Easy sign-up

Family doctors, specialists, and mental health experts can reach more patients by signing up as mWell partner-doctor via mwell.com.ph.

Doctors may register in as fast as 30 minutes via mwell.com.ph. No joining fees. Only PRC ID is required.They get 100% of their professional fee without any commission from mWell—no deductions.

To ensure smooth virtual practice, mWell is also offering partner doctors an exclusive high-speed internet plan from PLDT Home Fibr: 100mbps for only P1499.

The mWellMD app for doctors is now available on Google Play Store and Apple App store.

To consult with partner-doctors and access a wide range of wellness features, simplydownload the mWell PH app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and register. Follow mWell on Facebook and mwellph on Instagram for more updates.

ABOUT mWell

mWell, is the health technology platform developed by Metro Pacific Health Tech Corporation that offers telemedicine, health and wellness programs, e-commerce, among others, in an integrated, tech-based healthcare digital ecosystem. Metro Pacific Health Tech Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation, the leading infrastructure investment company in the Philippines with investments in various infrastructure assets including healthcare. As part of the MPIC Group, mWell is committed to working towards the achievement of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being. It also supports the MVP Group’s GabayKalusugan advocacy focusing on quality and affordable healthcare.