ASUS announces the best ASUS OLED laptop for creative professionals

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With the growing need for a powerful, agile workstation for Creatives and AEC professionals alike, ASUS Philippines sees an opportunity to continue to develop Creator Market through the ProArt Studiobook line-up, and with the promise to always Search for the Incredible; ASUS Philippines developed the newest addition to the Creator Series, the ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED (H7604).

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Bringing ideas to life, the ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED presents itself as the mobile workstation for Creative Professionals and AEC (Architecture Engineering Construction) professionals with its desktop-grade performance with wide-gamut, color-accurate display.

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The ultra-powerful ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED is a 16-inch mobile workstation designed for the most demanding creative tasks. This new model under the ProArt Studiobook line harnesses the power of the latest to 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9- 13980HX processors and the powerful NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070 Ada Generation GPU, and this model also comes up to two 4 TB PCIe® 4.0 x4 SSDs to provide maxed-out performance for professional users, along with cutting-edge technology and creator-centric design, making them the no-compromise choice for serious creators, designers, engineers, and developers.

ASUS understands well enough that creative professionals require precise control over their work, and creator-centric design is one of the key features of the ProArt Studiobook range; the ASUS Dial, an intuitive physical controller, gives creative professionals instant and precise fingertip control over parameters in their creative apps. The ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED also includes the world's first haptic touchpad with stylus support, which makes it easy to use for drawing or writing.

Knowing all too well that creative professionals often work with a wide range of peripherals and devices, that is why superior connectivity is vital for studio use; that is why the ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED was engineered to have a full complement of I/O ports, including two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, HDMI® 2.1, RJ45 gigabit LAN, an SD Express 7.0 card reader, and a convenient audio combo port.

Maxed-out Performance

Creative professionals often work with complex software applications for rendering and simulation; that is why performance is the key essence of ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED, putting desktop-grade content-creation capabilities in a take-anywhere package. The latest 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX processor, teamed with an exceptionally fast NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070 GPU based on NVIDIA's Ada Lovelace architecture, makes light work of compute-intensive workloads, enabling creative professionals to iterate and refine their designs more quickly. The ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED also features NVIDIA DLSS AI-powered graphics and 8th Gen NVIDIA Encoders, an innovative solution for heavy content creation and even for gaming.

The advanced ASUS IceCool Pro thermal technology gives the ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED the edge when it comes to performance and quietness. Liquid metal thermal materials on the CPU, five heat pipes, and larger 102-blade dual fans boost airflow for better cooling. Plus, the new per-key keyboard lighting also helps maximize airflow. All this technology helps keep noise levels below 40 dBA in Standard cooling mode, or users can unleash the full 160W combined CPU/GPU TDP whenever needed.

Dual NVMe® M.2 slots allow the laptops to be provisioned with up to two 4TB PCIe 4.0 x4 SSDs for an incredible 8TB of ultrafast storage, and two SO-DIMM slots support up to 64GB of high-performance 5,200 MHz DDR5 RAM.

Exhilarating OLED Display

Your creations demand visual perfection, and the ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED delivers it with the world-leading 3.2K 120Hz OLED display that is a class of its own. This display delivers truly photorealistic visuals that are VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 500 certified for ultra-high contrast and deep blacks, and the 100% DCI-P3 industry-standard color gamut ensures you’re seeing as many vivid, true-to-life colors as possible.

The ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED uses a Dolby Vision-certified touchscreen that is PANTONE® Validated, Calman Verified for accurate color rendering, and has a Delta E of less than 1 for true-to-life colors. The touchscreen even supports an MPP 2.0 stylus, such as the ASUS Pen 2.0, with 4096 pressure levels. All these features create the best quality output without harming your eyes as it is also equipped with TÜV Rheinland certifications to protect your eyes even on long late-night sessions with 70%-lower blue-light emissions than LCD models.

Creator-centric Design

The ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED includes many thoughtful design features to enhance your creative workflow.

The new 28% larger 16:10 haptic touchpad is a boon for efficient creativity. This is the world’s first haptic touchpad with the support of an MPP 2.0 stylus, making it even more versatile. It uses linear resonant actuator (LRA) technology to provide the most precise and responsive haptic feedback.

As every creator dreams of having actual control over colors and designs, the ASUS Dial provides just that. It is an intuitive physical rotary control that gives instant and precise fingertip control over parameters in creative apps, such as brush size, saturation, or layer opacity. It can also adjust screen brightness and volume or vertical scroll for a smoother creative workflow. The ASUS Dial works with any app and is fully customizable to your preference.

Creators are naturally curious and refined artists, digitally and in actuality; the ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED understands that creative professionals’ hands have been through many stages even before they start doing their work. To help reduce the spread of harmful bacteria, frequently touched surfaces of this laptop are treated with ASUS Antimicrobial Guard, which is scientifically proven to inhibit the growth of bacteria by more than 99% over a 24-hour period.

A high-tech anti-fingerprint nano-coating preserves the minimalist matte Mineral Black finish of the ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED. This coating is not only tough and durable, but it also reduces reflectivity with a premium silky feel. Any water on the surface can simply be wiped off thanks to the water-beading properties of the coating.

The new ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED meets the ultra-demanding MIL-STD 810H military standard for reliability and durability, undergoing a punishing test regime that includes extended tests for operation in harsh environments. It also passes ASUS laptop tests that far exceed standards set by the industry, so you are sure that this laptop can be brought anywhere at any given time without worrying about it.

Fully Connected

With a full complement of I/O ports, connecting the ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED to studio peripherals, display devices, and networks is easy. There are two Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C® ports with Power Delivery, DisplayPort, and VR support; two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports; a standard RJ45 gigabit Ethernet LAN port; the latest HDMI 2.1 FRL port; and an SD Express 7.0 card reader that puts connectivity leagues ahead of the pack. A convenient 3.5 mm audio combo jack takes care of incoming and outgoing audio connections.

Support for the latest HDMI 2.1 standard means creators can push high-resolution content to external high res displays at resolutions of up to 4K / 120 Hz or 8K / 60 Hz, making these mobile workstations the perfect choices for today’s visual creators. SD Express 7.0 is ready for the fastest ever SD Express cards: supporting speeds of up to 985 MB/s. These are nearly 10x faster than the original SD cards, making transferring large files between devices easier and quicker than ever.

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

Taking creativity to the next level with its unrivaled desktop-grade performance and certified color-accurate display, the ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED can surely bring any idea to life. Head to the nearest ASUS Concept Stores to get the latest mobile workstation.

For the complete list of stores: https://asus.me/ASUSPHWhereToBuyLaptopsAndDesktops

You can also Talk to our Experts to know more about these new ASUS Chromebook series laptops. Stay tuned for more news on the incredible ASUS for Business products on the ASUS Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/ASUSph/) and the ASUS for Business website (http://asus.com/ph/Business). For inquiries, message us on the ASUS for Business Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/asusforbusinessph/). 

Philippine Pastel Artists Returns to Gateway Gallery for Kulay Pastel

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ALVIN MONTANO, Fallen Leaves

The Philippine Pastel Artists, Inc. group, in partnership with Giftbox, Inc., presents the 2nd Kulay Pastel Juried Exhibition at the Gateway Gallery. As a members-only exhibit, the show aims to recognize new, exceptional works done by the group’s regular members, showcasing their current progress and artistic directions and demonstrating their passion and dedication to the fine art of pastels.

FERDIE MAGSINO, Manay Lisa

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WHAT: Kulay Pastel 2nd Juried Exhibition

WHEN: July 15, 2023, 4 PM Opening Reception, exhibit ends on July 29, 2023

WHERE: Gateway Gallery, Level 5 Gateway Tower, Araneta City, Q.C.

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Founded in 2015, the PPA continues its vision to be a premier and globally-recognized organization promoting Filipino artists through the use of pastels as a medium for artistic expression and setting the standards of excellence in pastel painting in the Philippines. It is a recognized member of the International Association of Pastel Societies, a non-profit organization representing pastel societies worldwide, uniting in the common cause to demonstrate the validity and quality of pastel fine art.

In providing a platform for its members to showcase their creative abilities and skills in pastel artmaking, PPA forges on with its mission to elevate the pastel medium in the art community at large. Awards for the Best in Show and two Awards of Merit to the three most distinguished pieces will be announced at the exhibition’s opening reception on July 15, 2023. The show ends on July 29, 2023.

KARLO DOMINGO, Quiapo

GRANDIER BELLA, Juvenile Playthings

IRIS BABAO-UY, Ilaw ng Tahanan

 JULIUS LEGASPI, Rush Hour

 ROMEO CORTEZ, Bunong-braso

Participating artists are:

Alvin Montano, Bids Llorin-Luna, Caroline Rosales, Dennis Baquial, Ferdie Magsino, Ferdinand Capistrano, Glenn Perez, Grandier Bella, Iris Babao-Uy, Julius Legaspi, Karlo Domingo, Kathy Sarao-Nazario, Luisa Bayot, Nell Belgado, Reina Lynn "Rei" Antonio, Roberto Martin Sing, Rodel Rosario, Roland Castro, Romeo Cortez, Tessa Punzalan-Brodeth, Wendy Rondaris, Yolanda Batara

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Gateway Gallery is the art museum of Araneta City. It is open daily, from 10 am to 6 pm, as a free admission art museum, located at the 5F Gateway Tower, Araneta City. For inquiries on the exhibit and other programs, email us at gatewaygallery@aranetagroup.com, or call +63 2 825 3012. Connect also with Gateway Gallery’s social media accounts at Facebook (GatewayGalleryPH), Instagram (gateway.gallery), Twitter (gateway_gallery), and YouTube Channel (Gateway Gallery).

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TESSA PUNZALAN-BRODETH, Sa Tabing Sapa

For inquiries, please contact: 0975-8879651 or email: ppa.kulaypastel@gmail.com.

Filipino pop-rock outfit NOBITA hits home with soulful new track “Paruparo Na Walang Hanggan”

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Fresh off the success of viral hit “Unang Sayaw,” Filipino pop-rock outfit NOBITA continues to smash out of the gate with another song with commercial potential.

Their new single “Paruparo Na Walang Hanggan” plays on the band’s musical strengths, blending deeply personal lyrics with soulful, harmony-laden arrangements. Like their previous releases, NOBITA’s latest song hits home with vulnerability that people can relate to.

“Paruparo Na Walang Hanggan is a song for someone who continues to believe in love, no matter the struggles they may have experienced in the past,” the chart-topping band shares in a statement. “The main hook and most of the melodic lines just came out spontaneously during one of our rehearsals for an event. It felt like we just vomited it subconsciously.”

While it’s a love song to the core, “Paruparo Na Walang Hanggan” embraces a more intricate sonic direction, going as far as adding layers of choir-like elements, sparse keyboard textures, and bluesy chords to create something slightly out of the ordinary. Isagani Palabyab, their constant collaborator, co-produced the track and helped redefine its kundiman sensibilities with a modern flair.

NOBITA adds, “We take pride in making songs that the audience can feel what we feel and remember easily the melody and lyrics of the song when they first hear it. We’re grateful to Isagani for encapsulating this vision into something memorable and subtle, and still giving off that familiar sound of ours.”

The song will be included in the setlist for their upcoming 6-city tour in the US, which kicks off in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 11 and wraps up in Fairfax, Virginia on August 26. Tickets are available at www.ToggleSwitchPH.com.

For more information about the tour, check out the details below:

August 11: Las Vegas, NV (The Usual Place)

August 12: Los Angeles, CA (The Vermont Hollywood)

August 18: Seattle, WA (Substation Seattle)

August 19: San Francisco, CA (The Historic Bal Theater)

August 25: New York, NY (Sounds of Brazil)

August 26: Fairfax, VA (Jammin Java)

NOBITA’s “Paruparo Na Walang Hanggan” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

Drive world class with Petron Blaze Racing engine oil, fortified with TS3 Formula

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Industry leader Petron Corporation continues to bring world-class products to Filipino motorists with its line of Petron Blaze Racing engine oil with Thermal Stress Stabilizing System (TS3) formulation. To provide ultimate protection from engine stress, TS3 technology keeps the oil stable even under extreme temperatures. Engineered and tested to perform, Petron Blaze Racing engine oil has been proven to improve the performance of gasoline engines. This top-of-the-line automotive lubricant enhances engine protection and ensures excellent engine protection for remarkable power and efficiency.

Petron Blaze Racing gasoline engine oil is offered in various grades for different types of vehicles and to suit motorists’ diverse requirements.

Petron Blaze Racing HTP 0W-40

A polyalphaolefin (PAO)-based fully-synthetic engine oil, this is specially formulated to meet the most severe and stringent requirements of today’s high-performance gasoline engines. The premium, high-quality base oils and advanced additive system ensure outstanding properties, such as:

· Excellent engine protection against extreme driving conditions and high temperature

· Outstanding oxidation and thermal stability for superior engine protection

· Outstanding engine cleanliness for maximum efficiency and power

· Exceptional protection against wear and corrosion for longer engine life

Petron Blaze Racing BR830 Fully Synthetic SAE 5W-30

Petron Blaze Racing BR800 Fully Synthetic SAE 5W-40

Formulated with TS3 technology, the BR830 and BR800 are top-tier fully synthetic gasoline engine oils. Delivering excellent engine protection even under extreme driving conditions, these are recommended for use in modern, high-performance gasoline engines. Their performance benefits include:

· Improved fuel economy (B830 variant)

· Enhanced emission control

· Protection in engines operating on ethanol-blended gasoline fuels

· Improved high temperature deposit protection for pistons and turbochargers

· Stringent sludge control

Petron Blaze Racing BR630 Synthetic Blend SAE 5W-30

Petron Blaze Racing BR600 Synthetic Blend SAE 10W-40

These multigrade semi-synthetic gasoline engine oils with TS3 technology are designed to provide maximum engine protection for all passenger cars and light-duty trucks and vans powered by gasoline engines. They are proven to deliver:

· Excellent engine cleanliness for optimum performance

· Superior ability to withstand heat for longer oil drain interval

· Unsurpassed wear protection for longer engine life

Petron Blaze Racing BR450 Premium Multigrade SAE 20W-50

Petron Blaze Racing BR400 Premium Multigrade SAE 15W-40

Premium multigrade engine oils formulated with mineral base oils, a special additive package, and TS3 technology, the BR450 and BR400 offer the following performance features:

· First-rate protection against wear and corrosion for longer engine life

· Overall engine cleanliness through effective control of sludge, rust deposits, gums, and resins

· Optimum thermal stability for longer oil drain interval

Petron Blaze Racing BR200 Multigrade SAE 20W-40

Enhanced with TS3 technology, this multigrade gasoline engine oil combines mineral base oils with high-quality additives. It provides maximum engine protection for day-to-day driving. In addition, it also offers:

· Anti-wear protection for cylinder rings, liners, and valve trains

· Protection against sludge, varnish, rust, and high-temperature thickening

· Optimum thermal stability for longer oil drain interval

For every type of gasoline-powered vehicle, there is a Petron Blaze Racing gasoline engine oil designed to meet all types of driving conditions. It is custom-engineered according to global standards to ensure that Filipino motorists can enjoy not only a world-class driving experience but also the highest levels of engine protection.

The Petron Blaze Racing product range is available at Petron Car Care Centers, Petron service stations, and retail outlets nationwide. It can also be purchased from the official Petron store on e-commerce platforms Shopee and Lazada.

Having served the motoring needs of the country for almost a century, Petron has a deep understanding of the unique driving conditions on Philippine roads, with Petron fuels and lubricants designed to meet the needs and lifestyle of every Filipino motorist.

Lalamove and Pag-IBIG ink partnership to empower partner drivers in reaching financial stability

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Lalamove, the leading on-demand delivery platform in the Philippines, has recently partnered with Pag-IBIG Fund to bring its partner drivers one step closer to reaching their dreams of a financially secure future and homeownership.

A significant partnership for accessibility

The signed memorandum of agreement between Lalamove and Pag-IBIG Fund ensures that partner drivers of the same-day delivery app gain access to the many benefits and services offered by Pag-IBIG Fund. This includes opportunities for high-yield savings, as well as access to cash and housing loans.

“Pag-IBIG Fund’s primary objectives have always been centered on helping Filipinos earn from their savings and to attain their dream homes. We laud Lalamove for actively offering these benefits to its partner drivers. This is hopefully the first of many partnerships of this kind,” said Pag-IBIG Fund Chief Executive Officer Marilene C. Acosta.

For Lalamove Philippines Managing Director Djon Nacario, this partnership is exciting news that solidifies the goal of both Pag-IBIG and Lalamove to make accessibility tangible for partner drivers, stating, “This partnership with Pag-IBIG Fund is part of our objective to continuously empower our partner drivers and help them through meaningful partnerships like this in turning their dreams into reality for themselves and their families.”

Better access to Pag-IBIG benefits for partner drivers

Lalamove’s partner drivers can now find assigned Pag-IBIG Fund personnel, aptly called Lingkod Pag-IBIG, available in Lalamove’s offices and through timely events in Mega Manila, Pampanga, and Cebu to aid those looking to enjoy Pag-IBIG Fund’s benefits of savings and home financing.

Nacario mentioned that he is looking forward to “more partner drivers who will enjoy their improved quality of life through this partnership.”

He adds, “We now have a lot of partner drivers across Luzon and in Cebu who fulfill same-day motorcycle and truck delivery, ranging from those driving motorcycles, sedans, MPVs, pick-ups, and trucks (1,000KG, 2,000KG, 6-wheel wing van, and 10-wheel wing van). This community of hardworking individuals deserves nothing but the best services, and this is something that we will continue to do for them.”

Julio Fabian, who has been with Lalamove as a partner driver for almost three years now, is thrilled about the partnership and what it means for the partner driver community.

“Magandang balita po ito para sa akin at sa mga kapwa ko Lalamove Bossing! Iba rin talaga kapag mas napapadali ang proseso lalo na sa mga housing loans at iba pang benefits ng Pag-IBIG (This is really good news for my and my fellow ‘Lalamove Bossings! Nothing beats making processes easier for concerns like house loans and other benefits offered by Pag-IBIG),” he shared.

Good news for the partner driver community

Apart from this, Lalamove partner drivers – whether full-time or part-time – can get a chance to be one of the lucky winners of 10 brand-new motorcycles in the Pag-IBIG Asenso Rider Raffle Promo.

Who can join?

●      Any Lalamove partner driver who is an active Pag-IBIG member and has been contributing for the last 6 months;

●      Lalamove partner drivers who are not yet Pag-IBIG members can still join and pay the minimum savings/contribution requirement for each draw.

How can Lalamove partner drivers join?

●      Qualified partner drivers can join and register in the Pag-IBIG Asenso Rider Raffle Promo through this link: https://www.pagibigfundservices.com/AsensoRider/Default.aspx?a=F009738EB465B74A56942CB162CC6742897C0CD3001A06A2

What are the mechanics?

●      1st Preliminary Draw: Contribute/pay at least Php 100 in their Pag-IBIG Regular Savings from May 25 to June 30, 2023.

●      Preliminary Draw: Contribute/pay at least Php 100 in their Pag-IBIG Regular Savings from May 25 to September 30, 2023.

●      Grand Draw: Contribute/pay at least Php 400 in their Pag-IBIG Regular Savings from June 1 to November 30, 2023.

Looking for delivery driver jobs? Sign up today and be a Lalamove partner driver! Visit www.lalamove.com/en-ph/driver for more information.