March 10, 2024

GCash, SB19 release new summer jingle and music video kicking off more rewarding season with up to P179M worth of prizes

GCash, the Philippines' top finance app, has teamed up with multi-awarded P-Pop boyband SB19 to launch a brand new summer anthem and music video.

The release of the upbeat "Tara, Summer Na" isn't just about making sure everyone's got a new summer anthem, but it's also an invitation to experience the best that the season has to offer in a new way with GCash.

Whether it’s going out on food trips, traveling out of town with friends, or going on a shopping spree for a new wardrobe for the season, GCash is adding an extra layer of excitement to everyone's favorite activities with the launch of the Shake It, Win It promo. With numerous prizes waiting to be won, GCash ensures that every moment this summer is truly worth it and more rewarding.

From March 4 to May 31, users have the chance to join the Shake It, Win It Raffle just by paying a minimum of Php 100 with GCash. Every payment unlocks a world of prizes worth 179M. Starting March 8, users can also enjoy over 50% off in partner deals!

Prizes to look forward to in the Shake It, Win It prize draw include GCash credits, discount vouchers to retail merchants, today’s hottest gadgets, new appliances, and even free flights. In addition, select lucky winners can also win free trips for 2 to top local summer destinations such as Cebu, Siargao and Boracay, while 5 grand prize winners will get the chance to jet off to Japan, China, South Korea or Thailand together with a companion!

To earn raffle entries, users simply need to pay with GCash a minimum of Php 100 through its different features and products on the GCash app. Whether it’s to Buy Load, Pay Bills, or avail any products on the GInsure or GLoan dashboard, transactions will earn users 1 raffle entry to play per day. They can also use the GCash Card locally or abroad and tap to pay, or Scan QR in all their favorite merchants for a chance to get more entries daily.

Here’s how to play the Shake It, Win It Game:

  1. After making a transaction worth a minimum of P100 with the eligible GCash services, click on your top banner in the GCash homepage
  2. Under the Shake It, Win It page, click the Shake It, Win It banner
  3. Users with a raffle entry will then be allowed to play by shaking or tapping their device
  4. Users will then see their prizes immediately!





Stream the new Tara, Summer Na track today and keep paying with GCash for a chance to join the Shake It, Win It game daily and experience Summer the GCash way – easy, fun, more rewarding.

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Tara, Summer Na. I-GCash mo! Download the GCash app today.

Planning the Best Holy Week Vacation: Top Picks and Safety Insights

Explore Prestone’s top picks for destinations and gain valuable safety insights to ensure a memorable and worry-free holiday


As Holy Week approaches, Filipinos eagerly anticipate memorable road trips with their families and friends. This period of relaxation and reflection is best enjoyed in a peaceful and stress-free manner, making the preparation of your vehicle essential before embarking on your journey.

If you're still in the process of planning your well-deserved holy week vacation, Prestone®, a renowned and trusted brand in Auto Care fluids since 1927, has curated a list of unique destinations, accompanied by practical car care tips to ensure a seamless and enjoyable travel experience for you and your loved ones.

Spend a night with nature through glamping in Zambales

Glamping, a combination of the words 'glam' and 'camping,' is the latest trend among those who want to experience a glamorous version of camping—perfect for those in need of a break from the bustling chaos of the city.

One of the famous sites you can visit is located in San Felipe, Zambales, called The Glamp. The glamping site features boho-themed tents, making it a top choice for those who appreciate the stylish aesthetic for their pictures. The site is also near the beach, which is a plus if you’re looking for more recreational activities aside from relaxing underneath the beautiful summer sky.

Seek solitude on an island in Pangasinan

If you seek solitude and tranquility on a secluded islet, then the beach at the heart of Pangasinan is perfect for you. Colibra Island in Dasol, Pangasinan, boasts clear white sands and rock formations that surround the island, providing a perfect view for relaxation.

The advantage of this island is it’s not well known among typical tourists, ensuring a lack of crowds even during peak seasons. Moreover, the place becomes even more enchanting at night, making it perfect for stargazing and appreciating the vastness of the open sky.

Experience a healing hike in the mountains of Sierra Madre

If you're seeking a unique and rewarding adventure, consider testing your strength and patience on a mountain hike. Fortunately, a beginner-friendly trail is accessible in the highlands of Tanay called Mt. Kulis. This mountain offers a scenic view at a height of 620 MASL and is well-known among outdoor enthusiasts.

One advantage of Mt. Kulis is that you can customize your hiking experience, and there's a cemented road leading to the jump-off point for easy parking. Once you start, the trail is easy, and you can also explore various attractions along the way, providing opportunities for aesthetic pictures.

Prepare yourself and your ride for the best holy week adventure

Why ruin the joy of vacations with stress over an unpleasant car ride? That is why Prestone urges everyone to perform a thorough check before embarking on your next adventure.

Given that these listed destinations involve substantial driving, it's crucial to conduct comprehensive research on your route, considering traffic hotspots and rest stops. Additionally, ensure your RFID sticker is in working order for seamless and secure transactions during toll payments, promising a more convenient travel experience. Don't forget to securely stick your RFID sticker to avoid non-detection and register it under the vehicle owner's name for accountability.

Check the necessary fluids of your car

Road trips can take a toll on your vehicle, so careful preparation is key to avoiding trouble. Prevent overheating on the road by using Prestone Car-Specific Coolant for superior protection. This convenient, high-quality, prediluted coolant is ideal for emergency refills and is equipped with Prestone Cor-Guard Anti-Corrosion technology, offering 5X more effective corrosion protection.

For added safety, equip your ride with a powerful brake fluid like Prestone Brake Fluid DOT 3. Formulated for safe, dependable, and consistent performance in the hydraulic brake system, it helps protect your brakes against overheating, brake fade, and performance decline.

Use high-quality and genuine car care products

During a holy week road trip, ensuring your vehicle is in its tip-top condition is crucial, and this won't happen if you use subpar or counterfeit car products.

“If you aim to protect your car and withstand unforeseen accidents or costly repairs, Prestone emphasizes the importance of using genuine products designed specifically to meet your vehicle’s needs,” said Monique Gonzalez, Marketing Manager for Clorox Southeast Asia.

Here are the 3Ps you should note for your protection:

·        Packaging: Detecting counterfeit products can be tricky as they often mimic the appearance of the genuine item at first glance. Here is a quick guide on fake vs genuine that you can refer to:

·        Price: Significantly cheaper products are likely fake compared to genuine Prestone products. If they are marketed as discounts, please double-check if Prestone is having a promotional sale. If not, it's probably fake.

·        Place: Purchase only from official Prestone partner stores like Blade, Ace, Handyman, TrueValue and auto-supply shops nationwide. 

These reminders not only save potential costs but also save lives. Para sa totoong proteksyon, use genuine Prestone products only.

The best Holy Week vacation begins with meticulous planning and maintaining your car in optimal condition. By considering these Holy Week destinations, along with these safety tips, you will not only guarantee a delightful journey but also elevate your driving experience.

To learn more about Prestone and its products, visit its website at https://www.prestone.com.ph/.  You can also visit the official Prestone Facebook page for valuable insights on identifying genuine Prestone products.

March 9, 2024

Mark your calendars! The Oscars are streaming on Disney+ this March 11



Catch all the stars and watch them shine in the 96th Academy Awards!

Disney+ is set to exclusively livestream the 96th Academy Awards on March 11, bringing the biggest night for film in Hollywood closer to Filipinos. Broadcasting live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Disney+ will stream the pre-show red carpet at 6:30 and the award show at 7:00 . Late-night host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel is hosting the ceremony for the fourth time.

Oscar-nominated titles that are available on Disney+ include:
The Creator: Best Visual Effects and Best Sound
Bobi Wine: The People’s President, – Documentary Feature Film
Elemental – Best Animated Film

Flamin’ Hot: Best Original Song for The Fire Inside
Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3 – Best Visual Effects
The Last Repair Shop: Best Documentary Short Film
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny – Best Original Score
Nai Nai & Wài Pó: Best Documentary Short Film



The replay of the 96th Academy Awards will be available on Disney+ immediately after the live streaming.


For more updates, visit:

X: @DisneyPlusPH 

Instagram: @DisneyPlusPH 

Facebook: @DisneyPlusPH 

TikTok: @DisneyPlusPH 

Hashtag: #DisneyPlusPH #Oscars2024onDisneyPlusPH



realme achieves highest sales during 3.3 on TikTok, Lazada, and Shopee

realme concludes 3.3 sale with impressive selling performance and announces temporary price drop on realme C53 starting March 11

realme Philippines maintains its strong industry presence after achieving another milestone in the e-commerce scene. The smartphone brand concluded the recent 3.3 sale on a high note, hailed as one of the top-performing brands in the Mobile category on TikTok, Lazada, and Shopee.

The realme Note 50 proved to be a crowd favorite as more and more Filipinos got their very own Long-lasting Value Companion. Since its launch in January, the first release under realme’s Note Series instantly became the most sought-after product, which was evident during the whole duration of the realme 3.3 sale. In fact, realme clinched rank 1 in Mobile on TikTok Shop from February 27 until March 3 with sales mostly driven by realme Note 50 in both storage variants and the realme 11.

On Lazada, realme achieved Rank 3 in the Mobile category from the start of the 3.3 Sale until March 4. Meanwhile, realme also wrapped up the Shopee 3.3 sale at Rank 7 in the Mobile category. Joining the realme Note 50 as the best performing products on Lazada and Shopee 3.3 sale campaigns is the realme C Series: realme C51, realme C53, realme C55, and realme C67.

Temporary Price Drop Offer

realme continues its dedication to making well-rounded smartphones accessible to the Squad. To celebrate its 3.3 sale milestones, realme announced a temporary price drop for both storage variants of the realme C53. This promo will run for a limited time only starting March 11 across all official realme offline stores and online via the realme TikTok Shop, Lazada, and Shopee.

       realme C53 (6GB+128GB): From P7,999 to P7,499 (P500 OFF)

       realme (8GB+256GB): From P8,999 to P7,999 (P1,000 OFF)

To make the celebration even better, realme has extended the 3.3 sale on Shopee until March 15 to offer more treats for the Squad. There will be platform vouchers that fans can redeem during the sale to get additional discounts on top of the price cut for realme C53. Check out the offers during the extended sale to score the realme C53 (6GB+128GB) for only P5,599 and the realme C53 (8GB+256GB) for only P5,899.

More discounts are coming on the Midmonth Payday Sale

From March 14-16, the Squad can head over to realme TikTok Shop and grab the realme C51 (4GB+128GB) at up to P1,980 OFF. During this sale period, the realme C51 will be available for only P4,519.

For those looking into purchasing the realme Pad 2, both storage variants will be up for grabs at an amazing discounted price starting today, March 8 until March 15 on Shopee. The Squad can get up to P3,400 OFF on the realme Pad 2 LTE (6GB+128GB) and up to P3,600 OFF for the realme Pad 2 LTE (8GB+256GB).

Don’t miss out on the exclusive offers and great deals on select realme products during this midmonth payday sale. For more information about realme promos, visit the realme official Facebook page.

Stars collide on new Apl.De.Ap, Sandara Park single ‘2 Proud’

Superstars collide as Black Eyed Peas legend APL.DE.AP and 2NE1 K-Pop icon SANDARA PARK join forces on brand new collaboration ‘2 Proud’out March 8th on all digital streaming platforms.


Produced by long-time BEP music director Keith Harris, ‘2 Proud’ is an instant earworm, an infectious slice of pop infused with gentle hip-hop perfectly primed for global playlists. Speaking about the new music and working with SANDARA PARK, APL.DE.AP said: “It’s been a long time coming for SANDARA and I. Both of us grew up partly in the Philippines so to have been able to connect for the first time was a kind of magic. SANDARA was amazing on this track. We had made it during the pandemic but she was a star through everything. The song is a bit of a departure from a lot of what you’d expect from a Black Eyed Peas’ member, but I listen to a lot of different kinds of music. I hope you enjoy it too.”

 

SANDARA PARK commented: “APL.DE.AP and I have known each other for many years; w

e both have cherished memories of the Philippines, which bonds us over. As a huge fan of his music, working on this project was filled with excitement and joy. Even though we had to do everything far off separately due to the pandemic, we finally made it and the song came out super great. I hope you also enjoy our first collaboration and one day, I wish we could perform it live in front of the fans.”


 OFFICIAL SINGLE VIDEO


The track’s official video is directed by Ben Mor, who has also been behind the camera for Beyoncé, Coldplay and the Black Eyed Peas. The ‘50s vibe video sees APL.DE.AP lounging poolside, soaked in soft Californian sunshine, SANDARA PARK channelled via a TV set indicative of the era. The easy feel and delicate palette of the video perfectly complement the track’s lilting, featherweight production, highlighting APL.DE.AP and SANDARA’s vocals as the standout elements.

 

The pair originally met in 2011 when 2NE1 collaborated with APL.DE.AP’s band member Will.i.am on original new music and have kept in contact ever since. South Korean SANDARA PARK grew up in the Philippines and speaks fluent Tagalog; American-Filipino APL.DE.AP is one of South East Asia’s biggest and most successful musical exports. As one third of legendary pop supergroup Black Eyed Peas, over a career spanning 36 years, APL.DE.AP has dominated global charts, secured multiple GRAMMY, AMA, MTV, BET, Billboard, NRJ and Soul Train awards, and performing to billions of fans worldwide. Already a platinum-selling music star and acclaimed actress in the Philippines, it was in 2009 as ‘SANDARA PARK’ – alongside Bom, CL and Minzy – that SANDARA PARK  achieved worldwide acclaim as K-Pop’s original girl band sensation 2NE1, still one of the best-selling girl bands in the world.

 

With more new solo music from APL.DE.AP rumoured to be on the horizon, and his regular schedule of major global tour dates as part of Black Eyed Peas, 2024 looks set to be one of the biggest years yet for this international music superstar.

 

APL.DE.AP & SANDARA PARK ‘2 PROUD’ IS RELEASED MARCH 8TH 2024 VIA ALL DSPS AND DOWNLOAD SITES VIA VYDIA.

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