PNP OLC Foundation expands reach, focusing on health, family support, and spreading hope across the nation ---- Mary Rose P. Marbil

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Ms. Mary Rose P. Marbil, wife of the PNP Chief and head of the PNP OLC Foundation, Inc. (PNP OLCFI) is making significant strides in supporting the welfare of police personnel and their families nationwide. Transitioning from her corporate career in December 2024, Ms. Marbil has been utilizing her organizational expertise in this new role and is persistently working towards the expansion of the foundation's reach and impact.

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Foundation expands reach, focusing on health, family support, and spreading hope across the nation 

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Under Ms. Marbil's indefatigable leadership, the PNP OLCFI, which evolved from a club, focuses on assisting active and retired PNP personnel (uniformed and non-uniformed) and their dependents. The foundation prioritizes those facing critical illnesses like Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and cancer—constituting about 80 percent of their beneficiaries.

Through the "LAB Virus Program" (Love And Blessings Virus), the foundation distributes cash aid and health kits provided by the PNP Health Service, aiming to spread hope to afflicted individuals across all 17 Police Regional Offices. Ms. Marbil reported recently completing visits to all regions, managing three regional visits per week to maximize outreach.

Recognizing the health challenges faced by officers due to stressful work and reliance on instant food options, Ms. Marbil has also championed advocacy for healthier lifestyles within the force. Beyond health, the foundation supports police families by helping hone the future of our ‘little heroes’. To start, the foundation worked with the Quezon City LGU for the reopening of the Child Development Center within Camp Crame, fulfilling requirements under the Early Childhood Care and Development Act.

Inspired by family traditions of giving back, Ms. Marbil emphasizes the importance of supporting police officers, especially those in remote areas or the "laylayan" who face significant risks and public criticism. "It's a circle of happiness," she explained, noting that supported officers are better positioned to serve the community effectively. She believes augmenting the PNP's budget and upgrading health facilities are crucial for their welfare.

As she focuses on ensuring the sustainability of these programs through potential partnerships with private foundations, Ms. Marbil hopes her successors will continue and enhance the foundation's vital work. Her commitment underscores a desire to ensure that those who serve and protect the nation are supported and valued.

The PNP OLC Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing support and assistance to the uniformed and non-uniformed personnel of the Philippine National Police and their dependents. Under the guidance of its National Adviser, Mary Rose Marbil, the foundation implements various programs focused on health, welfare, and sustainable livelihood to help improve the lives of the police community.

Beyond the algorithm: Championing responsible AI, empowering women in tech

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GCash AI Week 2025 gathers industry leaders, tech partners to discuss ethical AI, data-driven decision-making, and the future of intelligent automation

GCash, the Philippines’ leading finance super app, reaffirmed its commitment to AI-driven innovation and inclusivity through GCash AI Week 2025.

GCash AVP of automation center of excellence Michelle Santos highlighted the role of AI in daily workflows

The event gathered industry leaders, technology partners, and emerging innovators to explore artificial intelligence's (AI) transformative potential in fintech while emphasizing responsible AI practices and women's critical role in technology.

Guided by the theme “AI-CHIEVED: Explore, Empower, Elevate,” GCash AI Week provided a dynamic platform for thought leadership, collaboration, and hands-on learning. The event featured esteemed partners, including Apple, Google, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), and engaged employees, university students, and fintech professionals in discussions on ethical AI, data-driven decision-making, and the future of intelligent automation.

Kicking off the event, Pebbles Sy, chief technology and operations officer of Mynt, the holding company of GCash, underscored the company’s vision for AI as a force multiplier for innovation and efficiency: “AI Week is about building confidence in AI, understanding its real value, and making it a natural part of how we work. It goes beyond just automation, it’s about intelligent insights, better decisions, and unlocking new levels of innovation.”

Sy shared, “AI is already changing the way we work at GCash. Tools like Glean, Gemini, and Dev Copilots are making our processes faster, smarter, and more efficient, and this year, we’re taking it even further. AI is only as good as how we use it, and we’re making sure that AI is here to empower all of us.”

The event showcased real-world AI applications, featuring sessions such as “Apple Intelligence: Unleash,” where participants learned how to maximize Apple’s AI-driven features on iPhones and MacBooks. The Amazon Quicksight Hackathon by AWS challenged teams to build AI-powered dashboards using Generative AI. Attendees also explored advanced AI capabilities, including large reasoning models with Deep Seek, enterprise AI with Glean, and next-level productivity tools with Google’s Gemini AI.

AI Week also highlighted the importance of AI literacy and upskilling across the organization. Michelle Santos, AVP of the Automation Center of Excellence at GCash, emphasized the necessity of integrating AI into everyday workflows: “AI Week is our way of equipping GCash employees with the skills to augment their daily tasks through AI tools and platforms. This is a critical capability for the future of work; using AI should become natural.”

Through hands-on workshops, hackathons, and expert-led sessions, GCash demonstrated its commitment to fostering an AI-ready workforce. Employees gained direct experience in leveraging AI for operational efficiency, customer engagement, and data-driven decision-making, reinforcing the company’s agile and innovation-driven culture.

GCash AI Week 2025 also placed a strong emphasis on responsible AI development, ethics, and diversity. As a woman-led company with a leadership team that includes trailblazers in fintech and AI, GCash continues to advocate for gender inclusivity in technology. The event honored the contributions of women in STEM, spotlighting female engineers, data scientists, and tech leaders who are shaping the fintech landscape.

GCash chief data officer Sara Venturina emphasized the critical role of ethics and diverse perspectives in AI development

“We must recognize that ethics, human insights, and diverse perspectives are essential to innovating AI,” said Sara Venturina, chief data officer of GCash. “AI teams need diversity in thought, background, and experience, as this directly impacts how AI applications operate. Will they show bias, or will they be fair?”

GCash’s approach to financial inclusion extends to tackling bias in AI development, ensuring that its data collection, labelling, and application processes are designed to serve all users equitably. By fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous learning, GCash aims to set industry standards for responsible AI adoption.

Through initiatives like GCash AI Week, the company continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in fintech. By embedding AI into its operations responsibly and equitably, GCash is not just driving innovation—it is shaping a future where AI serves as a catalyst for inclusion, empowerment, and financial progress.

As AI technology continues to evolve, GCash remains steadfast in its mission to democratize financial access, ensuring that no one is left behind in the digital economy

Work the Way You Play: Unlock Intelligent Versatility with the Galaxy Tab S10 FE Series, now in PH

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Boost multitasking and creative expression like a pro with Intelligent Features on the new Tab S10 FE additions

Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ in the Philippines, offering new entry points to the Galaxy ecosystem on a premium tablet design. Equipped with the largest screen yet on the Galaxy Tab S FE series and slimmer bezels that expand its display, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ provides a fun, immersive viewing experience for everything from entertainment to studying and day-to-day tasks. Samsung’s Intelligent Features empower users to get more done with ease, while a slimmer design helps users to achieve their creativity and productivity on the go.

“The new Galaxy Tab S10 FE series brings advanced mobile AI experience and Samsung’s connected ecosystem to even more tablet users, while still offering leading performance and design,” said Changtae Kim, EVP & Head of New Computing R&D Team, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “We’re confident that the slim bezels and expansive displays, in addition to a whole host of functional improvements, will inspire people to do more, create more, and discover more.”

Stunning Clarity on a Bigger, Vibrant Display

Combining the Galaxy Tab S series’ heritage design with slim bezels, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ 13.1-inch display offers immersive entertainment on a screen that’s almost 12% larger than the previous FE+. Smooth visuals enabled by a 90Hz refresh rate and new levels of visibility up to 800 nits HBM on the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series ensure an optimal viewing experience when watching videos and gaming. Vision Booster’s automatic adjustments enhance brightness and visibility even in ever-changing outdoor environments while blue-light emissions are safely reduced to minimize eye strain, meeting every unique viewing need.

Robust Performance in a Portable Design

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE series boosts productivity when working or studying, and delivers fast, smooth gameplay without interruption. Performance upgrades enable the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series to help users switch effortlessly between multiple apps when they are being creative, allowing for improved multitasking. And when capturing everyday moments in the classroom or in workspaces, a newly upgraded 13MP high resolution rear camera produces clear and vivid photos.

These versatile experiences, from powerful work to seamless play, accompany users everywhere they go. Now more than 4% lighter than its predecessor, Galaxy Tab S10 FE is even easier to carry around, while the Galaxy S10 Tab FE series offers hassle-free storage and mobility at home, on campus, in the workplace and elsewhere with its slim design. Engineered for resilience and durability to withstand the elements, the FE series also comes with the same IP68 rating as the newest Galaxy Tab S10 series.

Advanced Features Unleash Potential

Building on Samsung’s legacy of delivering premium experiences across the Galaxy ecosystem, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ and Galaxy Tab S10 FE are the first models in the FE series to come equipped with cutting-edge AI capabilities right out of the box, fueling user productivity.

Fan-favorite Circle to Search with Google allows you to search what you see on your tablet without switching apps. Quickly get the info you need, translate text on screen or get homework help with step-by-step explanations – all on one large screen.

Samsung Notes features like Solve Math for quick calculations of handwriting and text, and Handwriting Help to tidy up notes easily, make notetaking easier than ever so users can stay focused in the moment.

AI assistants are instantly launched with a single tap of the Galaxy AI Key on the Book Cover Keyboard. Plus, AI assistants can be customized based on users’ preferences for a more personalized experience.

An upgraded Object Eraser lets users effortlessly remove unwanted objects from photos, with automatic suggestions for quick and easy edits.

Newly introduced Best Face ensures perfect group photos by selecting and combining the best expressions and features.

Auto Trim brings cherished moments to life by sifting through multiple videos to seamlessly compile highlight reels.

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE series also serves as the perfect canvas for creativity with pre-loaded apps and tools including LumaFusion, Goodnotes, Clip Studio Paint and more, alongside other spotlight apps like Noteshelf 3, Sketchbook and Picsart.

For an even more intuitive AI experience, the FE series seamlessly integrates with other Samsung Galaxy devices. Similar to the Galaxy Tab S10 series, users can access a comprehensive overview of their home status with the Home Insight widget dashboard and 3D Map View feature. Summarized status updates of SmartThings-enabled devices give users peace of mind when out and about.

Security Your Way

As with any Galaxy device, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series is fortified by strong security, Samsung Knox, Samsung Galaxy’s defense-grade, multi-layer security platform built to safeguard critical information and protect against vulnerabilities with end-to-end hardware, real-time threat detection and collaborative protection.

Availability

The new Galaxy Tab S10 FE Wi-Fi is priced at P26,990, the 5G version at P31,990, and the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ 5G at P39,990—available in Gray and Blue. Get P4,000 off when you buy via the Samsung Online Store or Shop App until December 31, 2025, plus 50% off select accessories (Anti-reflective screen protector, Smart Book Cover, Book Cover Keyboard) until June 15, 2025.

Enjoy 35% off Galaxy Watch Ultra, Watch7/6 Classic Series, Watch FE, Fit3, Buds3 Series, and Buds FE when bundled with any Galaxy Tab S10 FE/+. Also, get 10% off select devices—including the Galaxy S25/S24 series, Z Flip6/Z Fold6, S24 FE, A56 5G, and A36 5G—with a Galaxy Tab S10 FE/FE+ purchase, valid until June 30, 2025.

Not only that! Buying select phones (Galaxy S24 FE, S23 FE, A56/A55 5G, A36/A35 5G) also gets you a 10% post-purchase discount voucher for the Galaxy Tab S10 FE/FE+, sent via email when you log in and opt in at Samsung.com/ph or the Shop App. Offer runs until July 31, 2025.

These limited-time offers provide an excellent opportunity to experience the latest in Samsung technology at a great value.

For more information about the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series, please visit: https://www.samsung.com/ph/tablets/all-tablets/

*DTI Fair Trade Permit Nos. FTEB--223698, 223470, 223786 Series of 2025

Perfect Back-to-School AI Tablet: HONOR Pad X9a is Now Available for Pre-order!

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HONOR Philippines is excited to announce the nationwide availability of the highly versatile AI Tablet HONOR Pad X9a – a device that effortlessly blends advanced technology, sleek design, and unbeatable value starting at Php 10,999 only!

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Comes with a FREE Camping Light Speaker when you claim it on 

May 31!

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“The HONOR Pad X9a embodies our commitment to bringing cutting-edge technology to Filipinos at accessible prices. This tablet offers the perfect blend of innovation and affordability.” Said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines.

From May 15 to May 30, you can finally pre-order HONOR Pad X9a at any HONOR Experience and Partner stores or online via Shopee (https://bit.ly/Shop_PadX9a_PR), Lazada (https://bit.ly/Laz_PadX9a_PR), and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/TikTok_PadX9a_PR)

• Php 10,999 for the tablet (Unit Only)
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• Php 11,999 for the bundle with a Smart Bluetooth Keyboard

Elevate Productivity and Entertainment

Designed for professionals, students, and tech lovers, the HONOR Pad X9a offers superior AI-powered features to enhance daily activities. From managing tasks and attending virtual meetings to streaming favorite shows, this tablet is built to handle it all.

Premium Features at a Budget-Friendly Price

The HONOR Pad X9a boasts a stunning 2K FullView Display and immersive audio capabilities, ensuring an unparalleled multimedia experience. With robust battery life and cutting-edge AI integrations, it’s a reliable partner for work and play, delivering exceptional value for its price.

Making Technology Accessible for All

HONOR’s commitment to accessibility shines through with the Pad X9a, enabling more Filipinos to enjoy the benefits of advanced technology. Whether you’re an aspiring professional, a student, or someone who values seamless connectivity, this tablet caters to your lifestyle needs without breaking the bank.

For more information about the HONOR Pad X9a, visit https://bit.ly/Web_PadX9a_PR and for exciting announcements, follow HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: 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/.

Tired of Messy Floors and Costly Cleanups? Here’s a Smarter Way to Clean Your Home

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With work, family, and everything in between, keeping a clean home can feel like a full-time job. Add pets, kids, or shared spaces, and the mess multiplies. Professional-level cleaning sounds great, but it often comes with a less-than-friendly price tag.

Fortunately, smarter, more budget-friendly cleaning tools, designed to take the stress out of everyday chores, are now within reach. Imagine a vacuum that adjusts itself based on the mess, cleans corners effortlessly, and doesn’t get tangled up in pet hair or long strands. Sounds like something from the future, right?

Today’s cleaning tech does more than just suck up dirt. Features like self-adjusting suction, anti-tangle brush heads, and oversized tanks make cleaning faster and more efficient. You spend less time stopping to empty bins or detangle hair and more time enjoying a cleaner space.

This May, Tineco—a global brand known for its intelligent home appliances—introduces a new line of vacuum cleaners in the Philippines. Built for modern, fast-paced lifestyles, these vacuums bring smart features to everyday homes without the premium price tag.

Here’s what sets them apart:

Anti-Tangle Technology keeps brushes clean, no scissors required. This feature prevents hair and fur from wrapping around the brush, so you won’t need to pause mid-clean to pull out a tangled mess.

iLoop™ Smart Sensors detect dirt levels and adjust automatically. That means stronger cleaning when there’s more mess and energy saving when there’s less, without you having to lift a finger.

EdgeSense knows when you’re near a corner, and boosts the vacuum’s power to pick up dust and debris that typically get missed.

Larger tanks and bins mean fewer interruptions. You can clean more of your home in one go with fewer stops to empty the bin, saving time.

The lineup includes five models: Floor One S7 Stretch, Floor One S6 Stretch Pro, iFloor Y2, Pure One A50S Pet, and Pure One A30S Pet. Each model is thoughtfully designed for specific needs.

Starting May 25, these models will be available exclusively on Tineco PH’s official Shopee and Lazada stores, complete with:

Launch discounts of up to 60% off

Free shipping and hassle-free returns on Shopee and Lazada

Two-year warranty

Freebies (cleaning solution for wet and dry vacuums, free brush roller, free cleaning brush for dry vacuums)

Exclusive vouchers

A clean home shouldn’t be a luxury—it’s a necessity. With Tineco, it’s now more accessible and affordable.

About Tineco

Founded in 1998, Tineco is a high-tech company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of ECOVACS Group (SHA: 603486). Dedicated to innovation, Tineco has consistently delivered smart home cleaning solutions that redefine convenience and efficiency. Tineco had secured “World No.1” sales in the wet & dry vacuum category in 2024. With the launch of the Young series, Tineco continues to lead the way in creating products that make everyday life easier and more enjoyable.