Globe’s near-local roaming promo GoRoam expands to more destinations Now covers Japan, Canada, Vietnam, and Australia

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(Philippines) Making travel plans for the upcoming long weekend? Globe’s got some news that will keep you connected on your next trip in a simpler, more convenient way.

Globe has expanded the reach of its country-exclusive offers at never-before-seen rates to popular destinations including Japan, Canada, Vietnam, and Australia.

GoRoam’s expansion builds upon its successful “Roam Like A Local” promos earlier launched in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Indonesia, UAE, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States.

Now, Pinoy travelers can enjoy the convenience of using their Globe SIM in more countries while paying rates that rival local SIMs— a breakthrough in international roaming.

"This is a complete game-changer for Filipino travelers, saving them time, effort, and even money,” said Paula Rivera-Castillo, Globe's Head of International Business.

"We heard the call of our customers to expand GoRoam to their favorite destinations, and we listened. These -ber months, when you travel to Tokyo, Sydney, or Vancouver, you’ll immediately have access to data packages at prices within your reach without changing your Globe SIM. That's the power of GoRoam."

The new GoRoam offers include:

● Japan: 10GB for 30 days at Php 1,600

● Vietnam: 5GB for 10 days at Php 800

● Australia: 10GB for 30 days at Php 1,000

● Canada: 10GB for 30 days at Php 2,000

Globe has also supercharged existing GoRoam packages for the following destinations:

● Taiwan: 3GB for 5 days at Php 600

● Hong Kong: 5GB for 10 days at just Php 800

● UAE: 10GB for 30 days at Php 1,000

● USA: 20GB for 15 days at Php 2,000 or 30GB for 30 days at Php 3,000

GoRoam is also available in the following countries at current offers:

● Thailand: 15GB for 8 days at Php 800

● Indonesia: 25GB for 30 days at Php 600

● Malaysia: 5GB for 10 days at Php 800

● Singapore: 20GB for 30 days at Php 1,500

● South Korea 30GB for 10 days at Php 1,600

Activating GoRoam is a breeze through the GlobeOne app, with the option to subscribe up to a year in advance. Travelers can also easily track their data usage via GlobeOne, ensuring they stay connected.

GoRoam ensures that Globe customers can share their experiences, stay in touch with loved ones, and manage work responsibilities abroad.

With its unbeatable combination of close-to-local rates, generous data allocations, and the convenience of using one's existing number, GoRoam is poised to become the default choice for Filipino globe-trotters.

Looking forward to more trips this year? Good news: You can now conveniently book your data roaming offers up to 1 year ahead! Simply open the GlobeOne app, click Shop, and look for the Book in Advance banner to enter your country of destination, promo of choice and trip date. Even better is that you can cancel your booked promo for free, should trip plans change.

Download the GlobeOne and GCash apps to subscribe to GoRoam today. To learn more about Globe Roaming, visit glbe.co/roam.

PLDT Home WiFi Prepaid Offers Free Eat Bulaga Livestream Everyday

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Remember your childhood when you would spend noontimes watching your favorite TV show Eat Bulaga?

Well, Eat Bulaga! has gone digital now, livestreaming on Facebook and YouTube during their usual Monday to Saturday timeslot. Now, you don’t have to miss a single episode of the kulitan and tawanan, even if you’re not in front of a TV! PLDT HomeWiFi makes it easier too because now all its FamLoad All Access gives1GB of data for Eat Bulaga! live steam from Monday to Saturday 11:30AM to 2:30PM.

Of course, there’s more to these PLDT Home WiFi Prepaid perks! Here are five things you need to know:

1. You can get affordable internet for as low as P99

Fast internet at home is now more affordable and accessible! PLDT Home’s FamLoad data packs go for as low as P99 for up to 12GB of internet for three days. PLDT HomeWiFi’sFamload All Access offers give families to options to choose data packages up to 186GB that’s good for 30 days.

2. You can get data packages that’s right for your family’s needs

The FamLoad data packages are super flexible, and you can subscribe to the ones that best fit your needs.

You can adjust to a budget and grab something manageable like FamLoad All Access 199 for 38GB for seven days if you just need to do some light browsing, streaming, or social media surfing. Or if you and the family have huge data demands for work, school, and play, then the FamLoad All Access 1149 package is the best for you! It has a total of 186GB allowing everyone to do what they need with 2GB all access every day, 1GB data for Eat Bulaga Live Stream and 100GB more data for worry-free internet use of the whole family. You choose and control how much data you spend at home.

3. You can use it to watch Eat Bulaga! every day

The great thing about FamLoad promos is that not only does it give you the data you need for work and school, but it also makes sure you don’t miss a single day of Eat Bulaga! Famload All Access gives 1GB data every day to livestream Eat Bulaga! from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Mondays to Saturdays, as long as your data pack is active.

4. You get free unlimited data for 15 days when you buy a new PLDT Home WiFi Prepaid device

For those who haven’t taken the plunge yet, PLDT Home WiFiLTE Advancedand 5G+ also make it enticing to get one: every new device comes with 15 days of unlimited data. That’s great value for your money right out of the box, meaning you and your family don’t have to wait to start enjoying fast and reliable internet at home! After the 15 days run out, you can then keep getting sulitinternet with the FamLoad All Access data packages.

5. It’s easy to subscribe to a FamLoad promo

You don’t have to run to any store to subscribe to a FamLoad promo every time you need to go online. While you can go to retail partners that have it available, you can also subscribe to a FamLoad promo anytime you need via the Smart App, as well as Maya and GCash, and other banking apps. It’s that easy!

To learn more about PLDT Home Prepaid Home WiFi, visit http://pldthome.com/homewifi.

Bullet Dumas, Shirebound, Dicta License, The Ridleys, Munimuni, Ena Mori and more to headline GNN Year-End Party

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The Manila-based events production caps off a great year in live music

GNN (Gabi Na Naman Productions), an events and multimedia company, wraps up 2024 with an inaugural party that celebrates a festive year in live music.

Aptly titled “Gabi Na Naman Year-End Party,” the annual mini music fest will take place at 123 Block in Mandaluyong City on November 29, 2024 (Friday), from 5 p.m. onwards.

This year’s edition not only commemorates the production company’s commitment to championing the Filipino creative spirit but also aims to uphold its mission of mounting concerts and events built on the foundation of community building and inclusivity.

OPM heavyweights Shirebound (formerly known as Shirebound & Busking), Bullet Dumas, and Dicta License will be the headlining Gabi Na Naman Year-End Party, along with indie favorites Ena Mori, Munimuni, The Ridleys, and DJ Jiggawho. The star-studded lineup will also feature breakthrough newcomers Pinkmen, Ysanyo, (e)motion engine, Amateurish, and ALYSON.

The show will be part of JDOS Playlist LIVE, a music-focused initiative by Jack Daniel’s Philippines. The series of live gigs, as expertly presented by the No. 1 US whiskey brand and its partner productions, will put a spotlight on next-generation artists who have shown immense potential in breaking out of the mold and elevating their craft as musicians.

Tickets to Gabi Na Naman Year End Party are available via bit.ly/gnnyep24 for PHP 600 only (early bird price) with a free Jack Coke!

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About GNN

GNN, most popularly known as Gabi Na Naman Productions, is a Filipino music events and multimedia company that brings memorable and one-of-a-kind experiences to a diverse spectrum of audiences. Founded in 2015, the music and entertainment-focused agency has produced shows, activations, events, concerts and festivals in several venues across the country, from the Philippine Arena to Circuit Makati, from New Frontier to Music Museum, and so much more.

Aside from its award-winning concerts and landmark shows, GNN takes pride in its commitment to honing a safe space for music fans through concerts and events that champion the Filipino creative spirit. The Awit Award-nominated team has mounted specialized shows featuring some of the biggest acts in the Philippines, including Ben&Ben, BINI, Ely Buendia, Kyla, Jay-R, Zack Tabudlo, Lola Amour, Ebe Dancel, Kitchie Nadal, Barbie Almalbis, Mayonnaise, Gloc-9, UDD, Dong Abay, Orange & Lemons, Johnoy Danao, Bullet Dumas, Munimuni, Clara Benin, Ena Mori, Sugar Hiccup, and more. They’ve also brought international acts to the local shores: Indonesia’s Pamungkas and Reality Club, Thailand’s SCRUBB, Singapore’s Ysa Yaneza and Club Mild, Taiwan’s Elephant Gym, and Japan’s Hitsujibungaku.

As a company that specializes in end-to-end music marketing, publicity management, and events production, GNN has delivered creative solutions and innovative strategies tailored to the needs of the brand/client. The Filipino production group has also produced campaigns, launches, PR and marketing, and content creation management with brands such as Greenwich, TikTok, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music, Island Records Philippines, Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA), Home Buddies, National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), Philippine Popular Music Festival (PhilPop), Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), CloudStaff, Lampara Publishing, Precious Hearts Romances, Zark's Burgers, Globe Live, CDM Entertainment, ABS-CBN, TBA Studios, Def Jam Recordings Philippines, Linya Linya, Jack Daniel’s Philippines, Smirnoff Mule, Koolpals, and more.

Samsung Electronics Ranked as a Top 5 Global Brand for the Fifth Consecutive Year with $100.8 Billion in Brand Value

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Samsung was recognized for its AI leadership and enhanced connected experiences

Samsung Electronics today announced it has been recognized by Interbrand, a global brand consultancy, as a “Global Top 5” brand for the fifth year in a row. Interbrand releases its list of “Best Global Brands” each year, and on this year’s list, it was revealed that Samsung’s brand value reached $100.8 billion and grew by 10% year-on-year.

The significant increase in Samsung Electronics’ brand value was driven by growth in the AI industry, particularly its leadership in on-device AI and competitiveness in the semiconductor sector. Since its first top five ranking in 2020, Samsung Electronics has experienced an impressive 62% growth over four years and remains the only Asian business among the global top five brands.

“This year’s substantial brand growth is a direct result of our holistic approach to AI and efforts to put this powerful technology into the hands of Samsung users around the world,” said YH Lee, President and Head of the Global Marketing Office at Samsung Electronics. “Moving forward, we will lean even further into the qualities that our users have come to both love and expect.”

Company Recognized for On-Device AI, enhanced connected experiences and AI Leadership

According to Interbrand, Samsung Electronics’ evaluation was positively influenced by the following:

● Deployment of AI technologies in key products and leadership in the on-device AI market

● Enhanced connected experiences through AI-enabled platforms and products

● AI leadership based on its competitiveness in the semiconductor sector

● Implementing a consistent brand strategy in the global market

● Ongoing commitment to a more sustainable future.

This year, under the vision of AI for All, Samsung is expanding its portfolio of products infused with AI technologies to enhance customer experiences. With the release of the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung has been leading the mobile AI. It has also launched AI TVs equipped with AI processors and AI upscaling while introducing Bespoke AI appliances that empower users’ daily life.

The company is expanding the SmartThings ecosystem to provide a unified connectivity experience, enabling not just its own products, but also various third-party devices. This integration offers substantial benefits that go beyond more convenience, including energy conservation and family care.

As a leader in the semiconductor industry, Samsung is making bold investments in R&D to meet rising AI demand and — with innovative memory products like DDR5, GDDR7, HBM3E, LPDDR5X, 9th Gen V-NAND, Exynos SoC, high-resolution image sensor— is proactively addressing server and on-device AI needs.

As for brand strategy, the company has been recognized for delivering consistent brand values and building authentic relationships with customers.

Additionally, Samsung focuses on implementing environmentally conscious activities and initiatives by adopting various recycled materials across a wide range of product categories. It has participated in global initiatives and collaborated with industry leaders with a focus on goals such as reducing carbon emissions associated with device usage. Samsung Electronics’ sustainability efforts as well as fostering a diverse corporate culture have also received positive evaluations.

Samsung’s Recognized Efforts in Each Business Division

Mobile

● Leading the mobile AI era with Galaxy AI following the release of the Galaxy S24 series

● Making the new Galaxy AI up leveled by the unique Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 foldable experience

● Strengthening leadership in the health AI with the release of the Galaxy Ring and the new Galaxy Watch series

Networks

● Strengthening leadership in virtualized Radio Access Network (vRAN) and Open RAN

● Leading the technical standardization of 6G

● Consistently innovating technologies to support various 5G use cases, including streaming and gaming

● Enhancing partnerships with customer companies and communicating the sustainability aspects of Samsung’s network technology

Visual Display

● Solidifying global leadership in the TV and soundbar markets

● Consistently innovating with products like AI TVs, MICRO LED displays and the Music Frame

● Innovating the viewing experience with cutting-edge technologies, including AI upscaling and Active Voice Amplifier Pro

● Positioning itself as a core gaming partner through various partnerships

● Strengthening security and privacy through Samsung Knox

Digital Appliances

● Maintaining global leadership in categories such as refrigerators and washing machines through consistent product innovation and advanced AI capabilities

● Providing customer-centered value and experience through Bespoke AI appliances

● Enhancing accessibility with Auto Open Door and the upgraded Bixby voice control

● Offering substantial benefits — such as energy efficiency through SmartThings AI Energy Mode — and the expansion of SmartThings connectivity experience worldwide

Semiconductor

● Delivering the industry’s first GDDR7 DRAM, HBM3E DRAM, LPDDR5X DRAM and 9th Gen V-NAND as well as solidifying market leadership for the AI era

● Consistently advancing AI technologies such as ISOCELL Auto 1H1 sensors, optimized for the development of autonomous vehicles

● Exceeding customer expectations with the consistent rollout of exceptional B2C SSD products like 990 EVO and SSD T9

Interbrand’s Best Global Brands are listed according to the evaluation of each brand value, which is a result of comprehensive analysis of the financial performance of the company, the influence of the brand on customer purchases and brand competitiveness (strategy, empathy, differentiation, customer engagement, consistency, trust, etc.). It is a brand value evaluation with one of the longest histories in the world and is widely recognized for its credibility.

Spooky Treats for Halloween at The Manila Hotel

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The Manila Hotel presents its hauntingly good Halloween-themed cookies and cocktails just in time for the spookiest night of the year.

Spooktacular Bites

Get into Halloween spirit with our frightfully delicious cookies—ghosts, bats, and jack-o-lanterns—baked to perfection and a touch of spooky flair. These limited-edition treats are the perfect addition to any Halloween celebration. Enjoy a set of 6 pieces for Php 225 nett or 12 pieces for Php 350 nett, available at the Delicatessen until November 5, 2024.

Creepy Concoctions to Sip if You Dare

For those who like their thrills shaken or stirred, The Manila Hotel’s Halloween cocktails are a must-try. Sip on bewitching blends inspired by haunted tales. The Goblin offers a wicked mix of rum, melon-flavored liqueur, coconut-flavored liqueur, and pineapple juice; while the Bacardi Zombie unleashes one’s adventurous side with a mix of rum, lime, orange, and cherry. Both priced at Php 390 nett each, these spellbinding concoctions are sure to cast a delightful spell. Available at the Lobby Lounge, Tap Room, and Pool Bar until October 31, 2024.

Special Treats for the Kids

To add sweetness to the Halloween dining experience, junior guests will receive complimentary candy treats during dinner time from 6:00PM to 10:00PM on October 31, 2024. All restaurants will be open and fully operational during the Halloween weekend, including November 1, All Saints’ Day.

For inquiries, call +632 8527 0011 or +632 5301 5500, or email restaurantrsvn@themanilahotel.com.