Score up to Php10,000 off and more deals at OPPO’s 9.9 Sale

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Been waiting for the right time to upgrade? OPPO’s 9.9 Sale might just be it. With discounts of up to PHP 10,000, exclusive gifts with purchase, and more limited-time offers, shoppers can score bigger savings on their next tech upgrade from September 1 to 11.

From a new smartphone you’ve had your eye on to a tablet for work and entertainment or audio gear for everyday listening, there’s something worth adding to your cart. The sale covers a wide range of OPPO devices, including everyday favorites, flagship models, tablets, and audio accessories.

Catch the deals across OPPO’s official stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop and make 9.9 the day you finally hit “checkout” on that upgrade.

Save up to Php10,000 on select OPPO devices

Customers can enjoy vouchers worth up to Php 10,000 on select OPPO devices throughout the campaign period. Whether you’re planning a smartphone upgrade or looking for a new tablet or pair of earbuds, there are savings available across several OPPO product categories.

On Lazada and TikTok Shop, available offers include:

●     Php 1,000 off: OPPO A6, OPPO Reno15 Series, OPPO Enco X3s, OPPO Enco Clip2, and OPPO A5

●     Php 2,000 off: OPPO A6s, OPPO A6t Pro, and OPPO Pad SE WiFi/LTE

●     Php 3,000 off: OPPO A6c and OPPO Bubble

●     Php 4,000 off: OPPO Find X9

●     Php 5,000 off: OPPO Reno16 Series

●     Php 6,000 off: OPPO Reno14 Pro

●     Php 10,000 off: OPPO Find X9 Ultra

Shopee shoppers can enjoy:

●     Php 1,000 off: OPPO A6, OPPO Enco X3s, OPPO Enco Clip2, and OPPO Pad 5

●     Php 2,000 off: OPPO A6s and OPPO Pad SE WiFi/LTE

●     Php 3,000 off: OPPO Bubble

●     Php 4,000 off: OPPO Find X9

●     Php 5,000 off: OPPO Reno16 Series

●     Php 10,000 off: OPPO Find X9 Ultra

 

Take home exclusive freebies with eligible purchases

Shoppers can get more from their 9.9 purchases with gifts available on select OPPO devices from September 1 to September 11 across OPPO’s official stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

Eligible purchases include:

●     OPPO Pad SE: Free OPPO Pad SE Case

●     OPPO Watch S: Free Watch S Strap in White, Black, or Yellow

●     OPPO Reno15 Series: Free Tango Jet 10,000mAh Powerbank in Black

●     OPPO Find X9s: Free Portable Power Gift Box

●     OPPO A6 and OPPO A6s: Free Tango Jet 5000mAh Powerbank

●   OPPO Reno16 Series: Free OPPO Reno16 Series x BABYMONSTER Photocards and Powerbank

●     OPPO Bubble: Free OPPO Reno16 Series x BABYMONSTER Photocards

●     OPPO Pad Neo: Free Keyboard Case

●     OPPO Pad 5: Free Stylus and Case

 

TikTok Shop customers purchasing the OPPO A6x can receive free Tango Jet Earbuds as an exclusive gift with purchase.

Make every checkout count during OPPO’s 9.9 Sale

Along with discounts and gifts with purchase, shoppers during the campaign period can get a chance to win one of nine OnePlus Nord Buds 2R in Blue, adding another perk to their 9.9 shopping experience.

OPPO’s 9.9 Sale runs from September 1 to September 11 across the brand’s official stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop. With savings of up to Php 10,000 and freebies available with select purchases, the campaign gives shoppers a timely opportunity to upgrade their everyday tech for less.

Know more about OPPO’s 9.9 Sale by visiting OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com/ph/ and Facebook page.

InLife wins 12 Philippine Quill Awards

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InLife wins 12 Quill Awards and Company of the Year – 2nd Runner-Up at the 22nd Philippine Quill Awards celebrating excellence in communication.

InLife, the country’s first and largest Filipino life insurance company, is cementing its position as the trusted life insurer that fosters love and empowers Filipinos across life stages.

InLife bagged 12 Philippine Quill Awards celebrating its programs and initiatives across marketing and brand communications, employee and customer experience, and sustainability. With this awards sweep, InLife was named Company of the Year - 2nd runner-up during the 22nd Philippine Quill Awards organized by International Association of Business Communicators – Philippines to honor outstanding communication programs and tools across industries.

“InLife takes pride in its 115 years of uninterrupted service to Filipinos. These awards underscore that the customers and communities we serve remain at the center of everything we do, inspiring us to create programs and campaigns that create a meaningful impact in their lives,” InLife’s Chief Marketing Officer Gae Martinez said.

Four marketing initiatives won the Quill Excellence Award. These include: “Love In Life” audio visual assets inspiring Filipinos to take proactive steps in securing their loved ones’ future; and “Retire Without Worries” campaign encouraging Filipinos to plan their retirement early. To advance financial wellness across online and on-ground platforms, InLife’s Gen Free program helps Gen Zs and young millennials take charge of their financial future while Facebook community InLife Convo engages Filipinos through financial and health wellness conversations.

InLife’s programs supporting its employees’ continuous learning, career growth, and well-being received two Quill Excellence Awards. InLife University which spearheads learning and development initiatives for all employees also won the Philippine Quill’s Top Division Award for Communication Training and Education. InLife Employee Networks including Striders, Hiking Club, Safe Spaces, Hope InLife, The Good Pets Club, and Cycling Club, support the employees’ passions outside of work.

InLife’s corporate social responsibility arm InLife Foundation received a Quill Excellence Award for its Sustainability Program that provides educational assistance to public school students, college scholarship grants, and data science and livelihood skills training for women.

InLife’s 115th Anniversary Program and Special Events “A Lifetime For Good” and “115 Years of Good Going Round”; and “Love In Life” brand awareness program received Quill Merit Awards.

“Love In Life” earlier won a silver award in the 6th Marketing Excellence Awards which recognizes outstanding work in the Philippines' marketing industry, creative excellence, and measurable business impact.

“We share these awards to our customers, employees, financial advisors, distribution partners, and communities who inspire us to keep raising the bar in how we create meaningful experiences, make a positive impact, and help Filipinos lead a lifetime for good,” Martinez said.

PSA and GCash pioneer use of National ID for digital financial inclusion

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Financial technology has broadened access to payments and digital services across the Philippines, but bridging persistent gaps in inclusion and reach remains a pressing priority due to a lack of official documentation, a requisite for joining the digital economy.

A study by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) shows that 40 percent of adult Filipinos remain unbanked due to lack of documents, including IDs.[1] As such, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) and GCash teamed up to expand National ID registration nationwide, especially in underserved communities.

Through a joint effort between PSA Co-location and GCash Barangay Outposts, a mobile, on-demand initiative for ID and e-wallet registration, more than 2,000 Filipinos across over 25 barangays nationwide have been able to secure their National IDs and open verified GCash accounts.

"Dahil dito sa financial services ng GCash, pwede silang magka e-wallet. So dito mas maraming magre-register [para sa ID] kasi mas marami ang gustong mag-apply sa services ng GCash tulad sa e-wallet," said Ronnie Mallillin, a PSA registration officer in Cavite. (Because of the financial services in the GCash app, more people will register for an ID to access features like the e-wallet.)

With their National IDs, Filipinos can start their financial journey, access essential services, and build a secure, empowered future.

Financial services within reach

Danielle, 19, is among the National ID registrants assisted by the PSA and GCash. Forced to pause her studies to support her family, she worked as a street vendor to cover daily needs while saving for her eventual return to school.

Achieving her goals required access to digital financial services, but having no valid government ID prevented her from opening formal accounts. With her new National ID, Danielle can now open a GCash account, unlocking opportunities to grow her business, including loans for expansion.

Through the lending arm of GCash, Fuse Financing Inc., Filipinos can quickly access digital loans with flexible options and fair terms, covering expenses, investing in opportunities, or scaling small businesses. Fuse has disbursed ₱362 billion in loans to 10.5 million unique borrowers as of end-2025.

For now, Danielle focuses on helping her mother, who earns a living doing laundry, after her father passed away. She also hopes to enroll again by next year.

Building businesses with GCash

Just like Danielle, Alma is looking at GCash to boost her income. The housewife from Bulacan wants to build a business offering bill payment services in her neighborhood.

She was referring to the GCash Pera Outlet Plus, a separate app for nano, micro, small, and medium enterprises that allows them to provide cash-in and bill payment services in their communities. Through the app, they can serve both GCash users and unbanked customers with services like Send Money, Cash In, Cash Out, Bills Payment, and Buy Load.

This reflects the rising demand for digital financial services and the opportunities they create, highlighting the role of GCash in supporting and strengthening Filipino livelihoods.

Alma’s interest in opening a GCash account began during the pandemic. Many friends and relatives wanted to help her financially but could not because she lacked a valid government ID. With her new National ID, thanks to PSA, she is now ready to maximize financial opportunities.

Helping loved ones

GCash also aims to simplify sending money, a service often out of reach for those without a valid ID. This routine transaction can profoundly impact families separated by distance, as seen in the stories of Eldie and Mutya.

Eldie, a construction worker who suffered a stroke, would travel to stores to send funds to his family. With his own GCash account, he can now transfer money for his loved ones.

For Mutya, family is also a key motivation. The laundrywoman from Quezon regularly sends money to her mom in another town.

She notes that when it rains, it becomes a hassle to go to a store just to send money to her mother or pay for other transactions. Indeed, digital platforms now provide convenience for both sender and recipient.

Joining the digital economy

GCash continues to prioritize financial inclusion, helping more Filipinos access digital financial services and participate in the digital economy. This comes as digital payments now account for more than half of all retail transactions in the Philippines, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, which aims to raise this share to 60–70 percent by 2028.[2] "We want every Filipino to maximize the opportunities offered by the digital economy, and it all starts with having a valid ID. Accessing digital financial services opens doors to education, entrepreneurship, and better ways to manage their finances," said Ren-ren Reyes Jr., president and CEO of G-Xchange Inc., the mobile wallet operator of GCash

[1] Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. 2021 Financial Inclusion Survey. https://www.bsp.gov.ph/Inclusive%20Finance/Financial%20Inclusion%20Reports%20and%20Publications/2021/2021FISToplineReport.pdf

[2] Traversing New Heights: The Future is Digital. Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. (2023). https://www.bsp.gov.ph/PaymentAndSettlement/2023_Report_on_E-payments_Measurement.pdf

Samsung Showcases P7 Portable SSD Featuring USB4 at Gamescom 2026

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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a global leader in advanced memory technology, has unveiled its next-generation portable solid-state drives (SSDs), featuring the P7 as the world's first 8TB USB4 with speeds up to 4,000MB/s, combining high-speed, high-capacity storage with broad compatibility and proven durability.

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Samsung expands its portable SSD lineup with the versatile P7, featuring USB4 connectivity and doubled performance of up to 4,000MB/s for demanding workflows, including 12K direct recording.

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The new P Series were recently introduced at Gamescom 2026, the world's largest gaming event, held in Cologne, Germany from August 26 to 30. Designed to meet rapidly growing storage demands driven by ultra-high-resolution video, AI content and large-scale games, the P7 is designed for fast and convenient storage across everyday use cases.

"As AI-powered content creation and ultra-high-resolution video make large amounts of data part of everyday life, users increasingly expect faster and more reliable storage experiences," said Tommy Kwon, Vice President and Head of Brand Product Biz Team at Samsung Electronics. "With fast file storage and backup, the P Series is designed to provide professionals and everyday users alike with the performance they need to work efficiently across a wide range of applications."

Fast and Versatile Storage for Everyday Use

Powered by USB4 technology, the P7 is designed to provide fast and convenient storage across work, entertainment, and everyday use. It offers broad compatibility with a wide range of host devices, including desktops, laptops, smartphones, gaming consoles, and cameras. It has completed 2-meter drop testing as well as shock and vibration durability testing, helping users keep important data protected during travel, outdoor activities, and other mobile environments.

The Samsung P7 SSD will be available in 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, and 8TB capacities, with a global rollout beginning August 31. In the Philippines, the series will be available starting early November through Samsung’s official stores on Lazada and Shopee.

Learn more about the latest P Series and other Samsung storage devices, by following Samsung Storage’s official TikTok and YouTube channels, and visiting Samsung’s official website.

Skip the Guesswork and Unlock the City's Best Food Spots with Grab 5-Star Eats

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In partnership with FEATR, Grab 5-Star Eats spotlights restaurants that have earned foodies’ trust through experiences worth repeating.

Finding a new place to eat is easy. Deciding whether it’s actually worth your time and hard-earned money? That’s the real challenge. Today’s diners want more than just aesthetic photos or fleeting social media hype. They want to be assured of quality before taking a bite.

To help diners find the perfect meal to be delivered, Grab created 5-Star Eats, an in-app food guide that eliminates guesswork and points foodies to highly rated spots guaranteed to satisfy their cravings. Instead of relying on a single critic, an influencer, or a viral food trend, this curated collection reflects what everyday diners are actually choosing.

With real ratings, reviews, and repeat orders from millions of Grab users, 5-Star Eats establishments see a 30% average year-on-year increase in orders—proof that consistent, high-quality food and service at these spots not only attract new fans, but also retain loyal customers who order time and again.

To bring these stories to life, Grab partnered with digital channel FEATR for a two-part video series exploring some of these highly-rated gems. The premiere episode spotlights three Makati restaurants and their most loyal fans, revealing unique stories and top menu picks that have earned Grab diners' trust.

When asked about these culinary spots’ origin stories, the founders had clear, simple goals that point to a shared philosophy: delivering unwavering consistency, exceptional quality, and unbeatable value with every single order.

The Anatomy of a Crafted Burger: Sweet Ecstasy

What founder Al Galang started at Cubao Expo in 2012 as a humble milk-and-cookie café has evolved into a burger heavyweight. Whether customers order their classic Cheeseburger, The Steamburger, or The Seriously Good Burger (their version of a Smash Burger), Galang's goal remains the same: every bite must match the customer's expectations and give them a reason to keep coming back. "We put so much effort into consistency and quality. That's what we live for: to make sure that once you come to us, you keep wanting to come back," he said. This commitment translates flawlessly from dine-in to delivery, making "Sweet X" a staple for at-home cravings as well.

The Taste of Celebration: Sugarbee

Sugarbee’s founder, Jenny Silayan, started with just three baked goods at local bazaars in 2003. Today, her Salted Caramel Chocolate Cake, Dulce de Leche Chocolate Cake, and decadent mini cupcakes are the centerpieces of birthdays, office parties, and even quiet celebrations after a long day, elevating ordinary moments into special ones. Silayan adheres to one simple, uncompromising standard: serving customers the food she would be proud to serve her own family. "We want to serve the best and yummiest—something I myself and my kids enjoy eating—by maintaining the quality of ingredients," Silayan added.

Dependable Value and Flavor: 101 Hawker Food House

Drawing from his time in Singapore, founder Rexmond Chua opened 101 Hawker Food House in 2010 to offer authentic, generous, and affordable Southeast Asian comfort food. With scratch-made sauces and spice pastes, dishes like their Nasi Goreng set meal, rich Laksa, and Hainanese Chicken consistently transport diners straight to a bustling Singaporean hawker center. "Our main objective is to make it affordable—’yung sulit siya talaga,” Chua noted, emphasizing their commitment to filling, reasonably-priced meals. This spot proves that a 5-Star experience doesn't require a 5-Star price tag, especially when it can also be delivered straight to your door.

More 5-Star Stories to Come

As the FEATR series continues, viewers will get a peek into other top-rated spots that keep foodies coming back for more. The next episode will uncover the 15-year secret behind Gino’s Brick Oven Pizza's success, highlighting bestsellers like its Four Cheese pizza topped with fresh, house-made mozzarella. Viewers will also see how Vito’s BBQ grew from a homegrown pandemic passion project into 11 branches, driven by its fan-favorite Chicken Barbecue Skewers. Finally, the series will reveal how Tinuhog ni Benny, a humble barbecue joint near Taft Avenue, built fierce loyalty through budget-friendly student meals and active listening to customers.

What keeps diners coming back can take different forms—a nostalgic recipe, a celebratory slice of cake, or undeniable value. But the common thread is trust. Grab 5-Star Eats takes the collective experiences of millions and puts them at your fingertips, ensuring your next food discovery is a certified hit.

Ready to taste what the hype is all about? Open the Grab app, head to the GrabFood section, and tap the 5-Star Eats tile to discover your neighborhood's most loved restaurants.

Catch the second episode of the Grab 5-Star Eats x FEATR series on September 17 for more top-rated discoveries.