OPPO Pad Neo: The Bigger and Better Productivity Partner of the Reno11 Series 5G

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People today rely heavily on technology to efficiently accomplish daily tasks and activities. They require reliable and portable devices like tablets to assist them, whether it's organizing schedules and tasks for work or school, completing daily errands, or unwinding during free time. To fully maximize productivity and entertainment while on the go, a quality tablet should be accompanied by a dependable, high-performing smartphone.

After the launch of the new OPPO Reno11 Series 5G, OPPO now introduces the Pad Neo, a new feature-packed tablet designed to enhance user experiences for work and play.

Large Eye-friendly Screen

Featuring a large eye-friendly screen, the OPPO Pad Neo offers a 7:5 aspect ratio, providing nearly 7% additional screen area compared to conventional mid-range tablets with a 5:3 ratio. With an 11.4-inch eye-care display, hardware-level low blue light technology, and a Smart Color Temperature Adjustment mode, it ensures an immersive visual experience while being gentle on the eyes, perfect for extended use during work or leisure activities. It’s great to partner with the Reno11 Series 5G devices,  which already boast dynamic 120 Hz refresh rate displays, with bright colors, and generous screen-to-body ratios, for those times when a bigger screen makes all the difference. 

Massive Battery and Fast Charging Capabilities

Equipped with a long-lasting 8,000 mAh battery, the OPPO Pad Neo allows for non-stop, all-day usage, whether watching online modules, editing vlogs, or streaming videos. It's 33W SUPERVOOC fast charging feature enables a 10% charge in just 10 minutes, ideal for users who are constantly on the move. Similarly, the OPPO Reno11 Series 5G boasts a large 5000mAh battery with 67W SUPERVOOC fast charging, ensuring quick power-ups to keep users connected throughout the day.

Seamless Cross-Device Connectivity

With seamless cross-device connectivity, the OPPO Pad Neo facilitates effortless sharing of content and tasks between compatible devices, such as the OPPO Reno11 5G, Reno11 Pro 5G, and Reno11 F 5G. Powered by ColorOS 14, it offers features like File Dock, Smart Touch, and Smart Image Matting, enhancing user experience. Additionally, its Trinity Engine and MediaTek Helio G99 processor, paired with dual 8MP cameras, deliver smooth performance and versatile functionality for all-day usage.

Priced at PHP 15,999 and available in Space Gray colorway, the OPPO Pad Neo is the perfect companion for users seeking enhanced productivity and entertainment within the OPPO ecosystem.

For more information about the OPPO Pad Neo, OPPO Enco Buds 2 Pro, and OPPO Reno11 F 5G, please visit OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com.ph/ and Facebook page.

Eduk-Aksyon : The Great Equalizer

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In a world where opportunities often favor the privileged few, Jean Henri Lhuillier, Consul General of San Marino and President and CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier, stands as a beacon of hope for a more equitable society. His steadfast belief in the transformative power of education is embodied in his mantra, "Always Love Schooling," a testament to his conviction that education serves as the great equalizer in society.

Lhuillier's commitment to bridging the gap in the Philippines led to the inception of "San Marino Cares: Fun Learning through Eduk-Aksyon," an initiative aimed at empowering marginalized communities. Launched at A Home for the Angels, an organization dedicated to neglected children in Manila, the program offers reading and comprehension classes using an award-winning book on adoption. By equipping children with knowledge and skills, Lhuillier endeavors to break the cycle of inequality and pave the way for a brighter future.

Education, for Lhuillier, is more than just a means of acquiring knowledge; it is a catalyst for social change. Through initiatives like "San Marino Cares," he seeks to create a society where equal opportunities abound. Recognizing the widening gap between the rich and the poor, Lhuillier champions education as the cornerstone of progress, offering hope to those in marginalized communities.

"Education is the great equalizer, and through initiatives like 'San Marino Cares,' we are dedicated to empowering marginalized communities. By providing children with the tools they need to succeed, we aim to break the cycle of inequality and create a brighter future for all." - Jean Henri Lhuillier

In a country where access to quality education remains a challenge, Lhuillier's efforts are paramount. By providing children with opportunities to learn and engage, he ensures that no child is left behind. Understanding that education instills not only knowledge but also confidence, he empowers individuals to shape their own destinies.

The initiative addresses a pressing issue in the Philippines: the inequality of opportunity. As educational disparities persist, so do unequal circumstances and opportunities. Lhuillier recognizes that education is not only a fundamental human right but also a powerful tool for social mobility and change.

For many Filipino children, education represents more than just a pathway to success—it is a lifeline. By investing in education, Lhuillier invests in the future of the nation, laying the groundwork for a more just and prosperous society.

As Lhuillier continues to champion education as the great equalizer, he reminds us that every child deserves the chance to dream, to learn, and to succeed. Through his unwavering dedication and commitment, he paves the way for a brighter and more inclusive future for all.

A Redefined UNIQLO Mall of Asia store reopens on May 17

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Global apparel retailer UNIQLO has lined up big things for the much-anticipated reopening of its groundbreaking SM Mall of Asia (MOA) store on May 17, 2024 at the Level 2 & 3 of Mall of Asia’s North main mall.

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The pioneer store of UNIQLO Philippines is set to deliver new experiences, lifestyle, and more

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Redefined store

UNIQLO’s original MOA store is finally set to open its doors once more after major updates. The newly revamped store comes with a bigger space and larger offerings.

The branch opened in 2012 as the global brand’s very first store in the Philippines, introducing Filipinos to UNIQLO’s stylish and functional everyday clothing. With its sprawling 1,550 square meters at that time, the store served thousands of customers in the largest mall in the country and remained as one of the go-to hubs for LifeWear.

On May 17, the all-new UNIQLO MOA store promises to be even bigger with a doubled-up floor space of over 3,000 square meters spread across two floors. Loyal and new customers alike will surely enjoy the store’s new layout and latest presentations, as the space evolves with the new lifestyles of Filipinos.

Redefined experiences

Aside from featuring a vast selection of LifeWear pieces, the all-new UNIQLO MOA store will also redefine the retail experience where in-store and online shopping comes hand-in-hand. Store-driven efforts such as same-day Click & Collect are set to give customers an integrated shopping experience with UNIQLO.

The all-new UNIQLO MOA store will also be the second store in the country to have UNIQLO Coffee and UTMe! Originally only available at UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship Store in Glorietta 5, UNIQLO Coffee and UTme! is coming to the MOA store to delight coffee lovers and art lovers, respectively.

UNIQLO Coffee in the Philippines presents locally sourced, high-quality coffee beans from Mt. Apo, and features goods and pastries that mix Filipino and Japanese flavors.

Meanwhile, the UTme! service lets customers customize shirts and tote bags with various designs from its library or their own creations and images. To celebrate the new opening, UNIQLO is expanding its UTme! line-up with new designs in collaboration with partners from the local community.

Redefined lifestyles

The UNIQLO MOA store offers the brand’s complete LifeWear collection for men’s, women’s, kids, and babies. The all-new store spotlights essentials that are made for all, such as, the UNIQLO Core T and UNIQLO BraTop collection. Collaboration pieces with world renowned designers and pop culture brands will also be available.

Mark your calendars on May 17 and join the eventful re-opening of the UNIQLO MOA store at Level 2 to 3 of MOA’s North main mall, sure to be filled with exciting surprises with a redefined shopping experience like no other.

To learn more about #UniqloPH and #LifeWear, check out www.uniqlo.com/ph/en/ and follow UNIQLO Philippines on Facebook and @uniqlophofficial on Instagram and TikTok.

 

Confirmed: vivo Y100 officially arrives to Philippines this April 27

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Global smartphone brand, vivo, has officially announced the arrival of its latest addition to the Y Series lineup - the vivo Y100. Packed with cutting-edge features, this device boasts the fastest charging capability ever seen in the Y Series.

Scheduled for release on April 27, 2024, the vivo Y100 comes equipped with an 80W charger featuring a Super Charge Pump, ensuring lightning-fast charging times. Complementing this impressive charging speed is a sizable 5000mAh battery, providing users with long-lasting power to keep up with their busy lifestyles.

Photography enthusiasts will be delighted to discover vivo Y100's exceptional imaging system. The device features a versatile camera setup, including a 50MP main camera, a 2MP bokeh, and an 8MP selfie camera, allowing users to capture stunning photos and videos with ease.

In terms of performance, the vivo Y100 doesn't disappoint. Boasting 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, which can be expanded up to 1TB, this smartphone offers ample space for storing your favorite apps, photos, videos, and more.

Available in two stylish colors - the eye-catching photochromic Breeze Green and the timeless Crystal Black - the vivo Y100 is sure to turn heads wherever you go.

For those eager to get their hands on the vivo Y100 ahead of its official release date, the smartphone is currently available for purchase on Shopee for Php 13,499. Be sure to mark your calendars for April 27, 2024, when the official price will be announced.

Stay updated on the latest news and updates about vivo Y100 by visiting the official vivo website and following the brand on social media platforms such as Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

Angel Investors Network Pushes for Advocacy and Intentionality in Empowering Filipina Entrepreneurs

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Navigating the capital-raising environment is especially challenging for women. But the investing community and the startup ecosystem can benefit from a two-pronged approach: advocacy and intentionality.

Tina Di Cicco, Chairperson of MAIN’s Gender Lens Investing Committee, discussing MAIN's Gender Lens Investing strategy.

This was the statement of Tina Nepomuceno-Di Cicco, the Gender Lens Investing Committee Chairperson of Manila Angel Investors Network (MAIN), the Philippine’s largest network of angel investors, in the recently concluded FoundHer Forum, organized by a Filipino-based women-led inclusion studio, Imaginable Impact at KMC One Ayala in line with Women’s Month.

 

In her keynote speech, Di Cicco highlighted that advocating for and intentionally supporting women-led businesses will encourage more women to succeed and attract and grow investments.

 

“Through advocacy, we communicate our vision and goals, as well as promote and support each other’s businesses. Intentionality, on the other hand, is when we turn our advocacy into action–it's when we put our resources into investing in women and helping make women-led businesses succeed,” Di Cicco said, sharing tips on how women can appear more investible. 

 

In addition, she noted that while the gender gap remains a pressing issue with only 2% of global venture capital funds going to women-led businesses, investments on women entrepreneurs are in fact growing in Southeast Asia with data indicating that female-led startups raised $1.41 billion in equity funding in 2023, which accounts for 18 percent of capital raised in the region. This is a 12.6 percent increase from the previous year.

 

Di Cicco also pointed out that the current trend indicates that more investors and networks are using Gender Lens Investing when considering startups to invest in and support. Gender Lens Investing (GLI) is a strategy that MAIN employs, through the support of the Australian Aid’s Investing in Women program, to maximize investment potential in women-led businesses. Through the GLI, MAIN provides extensive support to women-led startups, especially those at the early stage, in terms of capital allocation, training, and mentorship. To date, more than 40% of the startups that MAIN members have invested in are female-led.

 

“We are hearing investors prioritizing portfolio diversity, with many incorporating gender lens investing strategies. What we see across the board is a slow but steady increase in gender lens investing,” Di Cicco said, underscoring investors’ intent to address gender disparity through their investment choices.

 

“This is the time for women founders. We are being sought. We are more visible. There is no better time to be a woman than now,” Di Cicco added.

 

The FoundHer Forum is a signature event series elevating the conversation on investing in female founders, to bridge the capital gap for women in the startup ecosystem. Aside from MAIN, FoundHer Forum was made possible in partnership with KMC Solutions, a leading provider of flexible office space requirements and co-working space for emerging businesses in the Philippines.

 

Aside from supporting women-led businesses, MAIN, composed of more than 120 angel investors, aims to increase the number of female investors in the Philippines by diversifying their own membership. MAIN is also a member of the Gender Lens & Impact Investment Council (GIIC), a member-based industry body that seeks to build the gender lens and impact investment ecosystem in the Philippines.

 

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About Manila Angel Investors Network (MAIN)

MAIN is the largest committed private investors network in the Philippines that was formed to support the country’s startup ecosystem by connecting investors with promising early-stage companies. Apart from providing capital funding, it also mentors entrepreneurs, provides expertise support, and opens networking opportunities. This innovative startup ecosystem will benefit both MAIN members’ portfolio and overall growth of Filipino startups.

 

MAIN’s upcoming pitch nights are slated on April 30 (Q2), July 23 (Q3), and October 22 (Q4). The network also conducts seminars and training sessions semi-annually. This includes a StartupAcademy and MAINAcademy sessions this coming May, and a HardTalk session in June.

 

To learn more about these upcoming events, stay tuned to MAIN’s social media platforms (linkedin.com/company/manila-angel-investors-network/) for more details. For investors interested in joining MAIN, please contact invest@main.ph.