February 2, 2024

BGYO Unveils Billboard for Comeback Single ‘Patintero’




Filipino pop group BGYO has unveiled the billboard of their comeback single “Patintero” set to be released on February 9.

The eye-catching billboard displayed outside the ABS-CBN Compound in Quezon City showcases the vibrant and youthful image of members Gelo, Akira, JL, Mikki, and Nate which mirrors the song’s message of moving forward and enjoying life despite the challenges one might face.

“It’s about life na parang kahit gaano karaming obstacles, it doesn’t matter kung manalo o matalo ka. Ang importante alam mong masaya ka at wala kang tinatapakan na tao and you’re a sport,” Gelo shared.

“Patintero” serves as the first single off their upcoming third album which they revealed to be a personal project for them as they have become more hands on with their own music.

“Mas involved na kami sa lahat ng songs at ini-incorporate yung sarili naming ideas sa lyrics, sa mismong music kaya masasabi namin na very BGYO itong new album,” JL said.

“Patintero” was composed by Julius James “Jumbo” De Belen and John Michael Conchada and produced by FlipMusic’s Bojam. It will be released under ABS-CBN’s Star Music label.

Ahead of the release of their single, the group dubbed as “Aces of P-pop” celebrated their third anniversary with a thanksgiving event called “BONFIR3” held last Saturday (January 27) at Teatrino Promenade.

Check out BGYO’s new single “Patintero” available on various music streaming platforms this Feb. 9. Stay tuned with BGYO by following @bgyo_ph on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and subscribe to their official YouTube channel, BGYO Official.

Stand Out in Portrait with the New OPPO Reno11 Series 5G


OPPO continues to be a leader in mobile portrait photography as it introduces trailblazing Portrait Expert smartphones that are able to take visually-stunning portraits, allowing users to stand out by bringing out their most natural beauty.

To kick off its 10th year of innovation and industry-leading technology, OPPO introduces the latest addition to its renowned Reno Series – the OPPO Reno11 Series 5G.

The two new Portrait Experts – the OPPO Reno11 5G and the OPPO Reno11 Pro 5G – will raise the bar for mobile smartphone photography, design, user experience, and performance. The OPPO Reno11 Series 5G strengthens OPPO's leadership within its price point, showcasing an unparalleled combination of innovation, style, and functionality that truly sets them apart.

Featuring an enhanced Ultra-Clear Portrait Camera System with an industry-leading 32MP Telephoto Portrait Camera, the new devices also bring forth a new Natural Aesthetic Design, a redesigned and user-friendly ColorOS 14, and an all-around strong smartphone performance.

Stand Out With Next-Level Camera System

Step into a world of photographic innovation with the upgraded camera system of the OPPO Reno11 Series 5G. Both devices feature a 50MP Ultra-Clear Main Camera with OIS, a 32MP Telephoto Camera, and an 8MP Ultra-Wide Camera that captures photos and videos in the highest quality possible.

The OPPO Reno11 5G’s main camera features a powerful 50MP Sony LYT600 sensor with a 1/1.95” sensor size, f/1.8 aperture lens, and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) at a 26mm focal length. Additionally, it includes a telephoto lens equipped with a 32MP Sony IMX709 sensor, 1/2.74” sensor size, f/2 aperture lens, and a 47mm focal length for impressive portrait shots.

Meanwhile, the OPPO Reno11 Pro 5G’s camera system includes a main camera with 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor, featuring a substantial 1/1.56” sensor size, f/1.8 aperture lens, and the added advantage of OIS at a 24mm focal length. Complementing this, the Telephoto Camera incorporates a 32MP Sony IMX709 sensor with a 1/2.74” sensor size, f/2 aperture lens, and a 47mm focal length, enhancing the device's capabilities for capturing portrait shots with clarity and precision.

Another thing to be excited about the OPPO Reno11 Series 5G is the Telephoto Portrait Camera. Its 2x professional composition and Portrait Mode, makes it feel like you have your own professional photographer. It also offers a studio-quality Ultra-Clear Portrait Camera System designed to capture super-sharp images with unprecedented clarity across various focal lengths, a huge leap forward in portrait photography.

Immerse yourself in a world of visual storytelling where every shot becomes a timeless expression of your unique perspective.
OPPO has worked with industry experts to optimize the Portrait Expert Engine on the Reno Series. There are four key enhancements that make shooting on the Reno11 5G and Reno11 Pro 5G even better.

The first feature is the pixel-level segmentation algorithms which improve object recognition, ensuring more accurate portrait recognition in all photos. Secondly, OPPO employs targeted techniques for autofocus, exposure, and white balance, specifically tailored for various skin tones to preserve realistic and natural facial features. The third feature highlights retouching algorithms that are refined to even out skin tones, remove blemishes, and align with local tastes. The final one involves optimizing image backgrounds for seamless integration with the subject.



The result is a remarkable leap in portrait quality, positioning photos taken with the Reno11 Series 5G on par with those captured by a DSLR camera, bringing studio-quality photos within easy reach.

Stand Out with a Refreshed, Natural Aesthetic Design

The OPPO Reno11 Series 5G takes uniqueness to the next level with bespoke finishes for each phone, shimmering layers that stand out, and colors inspired by nature. The Reno11 Series 5G design combines a slim, lightweight frame with styling rich in depth and dimension and a velvety smooth touch.

The OPPO Reno11 5G presents two stunning options: the innovative Wave Green, establishing a shimmering silk texture that marks a groundbreaking first in the Reno Series, and the more subdued yet captivating Rock Grey, which reveals layers of bright and soft silver-gray glitter when exposed to light. The choices for the OPPO Reno11 Pro 5G extend to the sophisticated Rock Grey and a distinctive Pearl White finish, elevating the device with a natural luster. Achieved through an industry-leading, three-dimensional etching process that delves into microscopic details, each Reno11 Pro is essentially a one-of-a-kind device, offering unparalleled customization and a uniquely captivating design.

The new Reno series smartphones also get an upgrade in the placement of its three-camera systems, which are now nestled in OPPO’s “Sunshine Rings” matrix design - two adjoining rings that catch and reflect light outward for cleaner, crisper shots while embellishing the lenses to create an eye-catching contrast with the phone’s unique back finishes.

The 6.7-inch 3D display of the OPPO Reno11 Series 5G, which has a 93% screen-to-body ratio and a nearly borderless curved-screen effect, provides users with rich tones and aesthetically breathtaking visuals, captivating them. It boasts a flexible screen with over a billion colors, provides a visual feast for video watching, gaming, and app browsing, complemented by its visually striking 120Hz dynamic refresh rate for a seamless and captivating viewing experience.

With its two speakers and OReality Audio, the OPPO Reno11 5G provides an enveloping listening experience. Its Ultra Volume Modes allow you to crank up the volume to 300% for media playing and 200% for crystal-clear phone calls.

Stand Out With Long-lasting Battery Life and LargerStorage

The OPPO Reno11 Series 5G is surprisingly powerful for its size and weight, providing an entire day of texting, web surfing, music playing, video streaming, and vlogging on a single charge. Your battery worries will be a thing of the past with its massive 5000mAh capacity. On top of that, OPPO has optimized the battery system to continue functioning properly after four years, thanks to its patented Battery Health Engine, which ensures that batteries endure a long time.

Stand Out With the ColorOs14’s Reliable Performance


Get ready for an incredible adventure on the OPPO Reno11 Series 5G with ColorOS 14, which combines many features, including security, dependability, aesthetics, and productivity. Transform your smartphone into an adaptable companion for all your requirements as you glide through its interfaces and intuitive touches, putting amazingly clever capabilities at your fingertips.

It contains dependable features such as File Dock, Smart Touch, and Smart Image Matting, which brings efficiency to tasks that users will benefit from. Through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) network selection with a 360-degree surround antenna design, OPPO's patented network optimization engine, LinkBoost, achieves up to a 100% increase in transmission power and a 44% improvement in reception, resulting in the most consistent signal with the least amount of downtime. No matter if you're browsing, calling, or messaging, you'll have a reliable signal.

Trinity Engine, ColorOS 14's next-gen efficient computing technology, improves stability and speed, keeping your phone running smoothly and extending its storage life. It has ROM, RAM, and CPU Vitalisation, aiming to increase storage, improve smoothness while multitasking, and provide the best battery life possible.

Stand Out With Confidence Together With the New OPPO Reno11 Series 5G!

Get your OPPO Reno11 5G or OPPO Reno11 Pro 5G starting today, which retails for Php 24,999 and Php 31,999, respectively.

Pre-order starts on February 1, 3 PM to February 8, available in all OPPO authorized offline stores nationwide. All preorders of the OPPO Reno11 Series 5G come with a free S39 Ambient Light Bluetooth Speaker.

Official OPPO E-Commerce Stores

The OPPO Reno11 Series 5G will be available to purchase on OPPO’s official Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop channels starting February 1, 4 PM. Buyers are entitled for the following pre-order benefits:

● Free S39 Ambient Light Bluetooth Speaker for every purchase

● 100% Free Shipping

● 0% Interest Installment via SPayLater and LazPayLater

Operators

You can also pre-order via your preferred operators and get the following benefits:

Globe

● Pre-order starts on February 2, 10 AM

● OPPO Reno11 5G will be available via Plan 1799 with Php 1,000 cash-out

● OPPO Reno11 Pro 5G will be available via Plan 1999 with Php 2,000 cash-out

● Comes with free OPPO Enco Buds2

Smart

Pre-order starts on February 2, 10 AM

● OPPO Reno11 Series 5G will be available via Plans+ 999 with 3 payment options(Straight Payment, DP + Monthly Amortization, 0% Credit Card installment for 12 months)

● OPPO Reno11 Series 5G will also be available via Device Plans

● Free OPPO Enco Buds2 for every purchase

Home Credit and Credit Cards

The OPPO Reno11 Series 5G will also be available in installment plans via Home Credit and Credit Card payment options. Home Credit offers installment plans of 6/9/12/15/18 months at 0% interest in all partnered OPPO stores nationwide. Or you may opt to purchase via credit card, available in 6- or 12-month installments at 0% interest for all credit cards.

My OPPO App User Benefits

More benefits await loyal My OPPO app users. Here are some redeemable perks for OPPO Reno11 Series 5G users starting February 1, 3 PM until stocks last:

● 4,500 Mabuhay Miles from Philippine Airlines

● 100 PICKUP Points from PICKUP COFFEE

● Billow Minis from BASH

● Php 200 voucher from Bistro Group

● Php 100 gift code from Zalora

● Php 100 gift code from Sodexo

● Exclusive to new My OPPO users - Php 200 gift code from Zalora

● Exclusive to old My OPPO users - Php 500 gift card from Sodexo

Get excited to welcome the month of love with Portraits of Love. This Valentine's Season, OPPO encourages Reno11 users to participate in a heartwarming photo contest, celebrating the spirit of love through captivating portraits of their loved ones. The campaign will be kicked-off through OPPO’s early bird claim store event, February 4 3-5PM, at the OPPO Brand Store, in SM Mall of Asia. Stay tuned to its social media pages this week to learn more about the contest, event, and the prizes awaiting its winners!

Exciting collaborations and benefits await as OPPO joins forces with stand out industry experts: DJI, MAC Cosmetics, and Mabuhay miles to bring OPPO Reno11 users extraordinary technology, taste, beauty, and travel experiences. Stay tuned to OPPO's social media pages for the grand collaboration between OPPO and these industry experts, and get a chance to win amazing prizes.

For more details and updates on the OPPO Reno11 Series 5G, visit OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com.ph/ or OPPO Philippines’ official social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok.

Get The Toughest Phone HONOR X9b 5G via GPlan 1299



Leading global smart devices provider HONOR has announced another success story for its viral smartphone. HONOR X9b 5G. The toughest phone is now available via Globe Postpaid Plans starting February 2, 2024 on select offline stores and online.

“This partnership with Globe is a great option for those who are interested in getting the HONOR X9b 5G. Available for both new subscribers and renewals, you can now get a hold of the toughest phone via Globe Postpaid Plans. So order it now online or at your nearest Globe store before stocks run out,” said HONOR Phlippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.

Showcasing an industry-leading drop resistance and durability, the HONOR X9b 5G’s display incorporates the HONOR Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop technology. Certified by SGS’s Five Star Overall Drop Resistance, the HONOR Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop Display utilizes advanced cushioning technology using newly developed materials, which increases the shock absorption capacity by up to 1.2 times, ensuring utmost durability even when subject to drops from a height of 1.5 meters and all angles.

The HONOR X9b 5G also boasts a triple camera system consisting of a 108MP Ultra-Clear Camera, a 5MP Ultra-Wide Camera, and a 2MP Macro Camera. The 108MP Ultra-Clear Camera comes with a large 1/1.67-inch sensor and a large f/1.75 aperture, allowing it to capture more light and produce images with vivid clarity. The camera also offers high optical quality with 3X zoom and an outstanding motion capture engine, ensuring the HONOR X9b 5G produces clear snapshots with fascinating detail.

So, what are you waiting for? Avail HONOR X9b 5G in Sunrise Orange, Midnight Black, and Emerald Green with One-time Cash Out of Php 3,300 when you renew or apply for GPlan 1299 that comes with Unli All-Net Calls & Text, Landline Calls, and 8GB Data.
Head on to the neareset Globe Store or online starting February 2, 2024 and get a FREE HONOR Gift Set and HONOR Choice X5 Earbuds worth Php 4,000! For renewal – https://bit.ly/GPlan_HONORX9b5G_Renewal and for new application - https://bit.ly/GPlan_HONORX9b5G.

To know more about the complete features of HONOR X9b 5G, you may visit: https://bit.ly/HONORPH_X9b_Pressrelease and head on to HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms for exciting announcements: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok Shop: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.


When Love Blooms Between Two Cultures

Japanese brand Almond Koka collaborates with Auro Chocolate for a Valentine's pop-up café in MITSUKOSHI BGC
Love transcends borders especially when two share the same passion. The same is true for Japan’s most-loved almond milk brand, Glico’s Almond Koka and award-winning Filipino tree-to-bar chocolate brand Auro Chocolate – who both share the same passion for championing culinary diversity. That’s when love blooms.

This Valentine’s season, the two teamed up to create ORINASU CAFÉ, a special pop-up cafe that marries together Japanese and Filipino cultures through lovingly handcrafted drinks and treats. Located at MITSUKOSHI BGC, ORINASU CAFÉ will add more sweetness to the season from February 1 to February 19, 2024.

Japan’s No. 1 and the Philippines’ Finest

From the makers of the globally loved brand, Pocky, Glico’s Almond Koka is Japan’s best-selling almond milk brand, known for its superior quality taste–all thanks to the company’s relentless pursuit of quality and Japanese technology. Yet another signature work of Glico’s finesse at blending great taste with nutrition, Almond Koka offers a richer and stronger nutty flavor because of the emulsifying method of adding honey and almond oil to ground almond paste.

Collaborating with Japan’s Almond Koka is the Philippines’ premier chocolate brand, Auro Chocolate. The chocolate company carved its path to the global chocolate scene by earning prestigious awards at esteemed international chocolate competitions. For this new concept, Auro Chocolate prides itself in working with MITSUKOSHI FRESH in selecting only the finest Japanese ingredients – such as Matcha, Hojicha and Miso – to be used in crafting the menu. And in line with Auro’s meticulous, innovative, and time-tested know-how, this collaboration with Almond Koka brings out the best in Filipino & Japanese epicurean cultures.

ORINASU CAFÉ

Japanese for 'weave’, ORINASU is exactly what the pop-up cafe symbolizes: the weaving of two cultures through the harmonious fusion of Almond Koka’s and Auro’s product versatility–as seen with the cafe’s limited-edition line of “Choc Au Lait” vegan-friendly drinks and snacks.

Gracing the menu is the fascinating drink that is the Miso Salted Caramel! This luscious vegan-friendly white chocolate drink combined with Maruhide’s top-quality Miso, Auro’s Salted Caramel and Almond Koka - our take on Salted Caramel with a Japanese Twist. Served with a generous heap of White Chocolate shavings.

Hojicha is just pure bliss in a cup. Enjoy the comforting flavors of Auro’s creamy white chocolate, infused with Ikeda Senchado’s top-quality Hojicha, complemented by the richness of Almond Koka.

If you haven’t found “the one” yet, maybe the next drink could be your perfect matcha. ORINASU’s vegan-friendly white chocolate matcha hits the spot with its perfect balance of sweet and earthy. The Ikeda Senchado matcha creation provides that familiar grassy notes, blended with a sweet, velvety finish from Almond Koka.

If you’re looking for something bold, then you’ll surely love the luscious Dark Choc. This drink is incredibly rich yet smooth because of the combined decadence of Auro Dark Chocolate and Almond Koka.

Completing the menu is the Dark Chocolate Stuffed with Strawberries French Toast. Each bite is a delightful burst of Auro dark chocolate filling, tarty strawberry jam with the goodness of Almond Koka. Every treat from ORINASU CAFÉ is brought to you by Almond Koka and Auro Chocolate. For more information, FOLLOW @glico_ph and @aurochocolate on INSTAGRAM.




Glico Brand Store (Shopalyst) https://shop-ph-glico.com/brandstore/glico

Glico Asia Pacific website https://www.glico.com/sg/

Game on! Pinoy gamers can win exciting rewards from Aura and The Red Village partnership

Filipino gamers are offered fun and unique opportunities to earn passively as Singapore-based Web3 gaming platform Aura has partnered with the viral play-to-earn (P2E) game The Red Village.

Aura, the exclusive gaming engagement platform, allows users to connect their own digital asset wallets, enabling them to earn non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and cryptocurrencies by buying, selling, and trading digital characters called Champions. These digital characters are used to enter one-on-one matches and tournaments within the dark fantasy world of The Red Village.

This strategic alliance aims to foster a dynamic and engaged gaming community by integrating Aura's innovative tournaments and marketplace with The Red Village’s immersive gameplay. In 2022, The Red Village captured widespread attention after securing $6.5 million in seed funding from some leading blockchain investors like Animoca Brands and GameFi Ventures Fund.

“We are thrilled to welcome a fighting game onboard. As a long-time fan of this genre, I am excited to witness how the Red Village community engages in various tournament formats in 2024. Our commitment to providing data-backed analytics and insights remains unwavering, a promise to empower and enrich the gaming community." Aura Founder Abin Arjun said.

This collaboration is particularly momentous for the Filipino gaming community, as the Philippines has been the top country showing interest in Web3 gaming for three consecutive years, according to CoinGecko 2023 report. This trend highlights the partnership's potential impact in a region deeply invested in the future of gaming.

The Red Village Founder Lucien Dorman emphasized the importance of marketplace providers such as Aura in the Web3 space, where community feedback is crucial for development, “TRV Tournaments are excited to have Aura work alongside the TRV ecosystem as a marketplace for exchanging in-game assets. The Aura team has worked closely with many TRV players to develop tools, stats, data, and insights that will be helpful in uncovering and understanding the strengths, skills, and weaknesses of in-game assets such as Champions.”

Aura is actively collaborating with The Red Village’s power users to refine its platform, ensuring it meets the specific needs of both the game studio and its players. This includes a revamped game store featuring a user-friendly interface with NFTs that display tailored data points and analytics, enhancing users’ decision-making and gaming experience.

Built across six blockchains, Aura has reached a significant milestone of onboarding over 250 Web3 games and listing 45 million NFTs, and continues to transform the gaming landscape through innovation, user-centric experiences, and active community involvement.

Players who are interested can find more information on Aura’s official X page, www.twitter.com/aura_commerce.


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