Dragonpay and Oro China Share Online Selling Tips for Starters

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Everyone can easily start a business now, with just a click of a screen, but maintaining it is another challenge. Dragonpay and Oro China Jewelry share tips for e-commerce starters. 

The e-commerce industry is more important than everyone think it is. 

Last 2018, Statistica has reported that the Philippine e-commerce market revenue has shown massive value, amounting to $840 million or about P44 trillion It is without a doubt the most in-demand platform for Filipinos to communicate and transact goods and services.

Although everyone can conveniently enter e-commerce as fast as a click of a screen on mobile gadgets, it still requires the more traditional practices of maintaining a business.

A great advice by Dragonpay and Oro China Jewelry for e-commerce starters is to find a way to be engaging with your target consumers, and consistent at being so. 

Dragonpay, a pioneer and market leader in alternative payment solutions in the Philippines, has partnered up with the Cebu-based jewelry brand Oro China Jewelry to give advice to Filipinos wanting to develop their craft in e-commerce. 

Being in the business for over 50 years, Oro China Jewelry found their new success by expanding their brand online, at one point skyrocketing their monthly online sales to 7 figures.However, transitioning from a physical store to eventually, an online store in their website, have its own challenges. Oro China was unsure whether their jewelry items would be something that would pique interest to the online market given its price. 

“We decided that we wanted to be a pioneer in the jewelry e-commerce industry,” Oro China Jewelry Marketing Manager Jewel Jalandoni said. “Real gold jewelry is tricky to sell online because of its value. We analyzed our online market's interests first so we know what kind of items we can sell online.”

Having a secured and convenient payment gateway is the best way to build credibility to your online business. 

Here are Oro China’s useful tips for Filipino e-commerce starters:

The customer comes first.

As a provider of goods and/ or services, you must show high priority for customer satisfaction. Offer the best experience for them. You will be surprised to see them come back for more. 

Make sure to put some thought on your posts.

Marketing is an essential element in getting your company name out there, but the process in doing so requires a lot of creative juices, and most importantly, positioning your brand as a credible one. Double check your social media posts and do another round of proof-checking. 

By being error-free and extra-sure, you can avoid the most extreme of problems.

Engage your audience.

Listen to what they want. Listen harder to what they don’t want.Oro China has always put communication as a valuable rule of thumb in its processes. With this, you will have the chance to learn what you need to improve on your operation and offerings. 

If your first campaign flops, it’s okay.

The first few times are the best times to fail since you are still testing the waters with your audience. Every business, including Dragonpay and Oro China, have their failures at the start. But failures should not mean a discouragement, but an opportunity for development. 

Keep your goal in mind.

Everything you do in your business should be done to reach that goal. You can expand your horizons, but always remember to stay focused on what you are aiming for in the first place.

Most importantly, be consistent.

After running a couple of experiments, develop a strategic digital marketing plan and follow through in everything. On top of that, take care of your customers as they take care of the business. Sometimes, consistency in terms of quality of work trumps everything.

Build credibility by having a secured and convenient payment gateway

Jalandoni shared that like other entrepreneurs, they experienced challenges along the way.

Meet the The Oro China Women. Brand Ambassadors Iza Calzado and Chesca Garcia-Kramer pose together on Oro China Jewelry’s most recent campaign.

“Our big challenges were brand trust and payment gateway. We were pretty much unknown outside of the Visayas Mindanaoarea so customers, especially, from Manila were wary of us until we’ve proven that we were legit. Online customers were unsure to trust in sending us their hard-earned money. But all is well that ends well,” said Jalandoni.

Aside from accessibility, offering a convenient and reliable payment option is crucial to your online business. Oro China uses Dragonpay as one of their payment platforms for online transactions. With this, customers of Oro China can pay their orders through thousands of Dragonpay’s partner merchants across the country. 

Dragonpay boosts the brand trust for businesses like Oro China with their more secure procedure for every transaction. Once payment is accomplished by the buyer, the order will be shipped by the seller immediately, creating a trustworthy middle ground to the entire process. Having a platform sellers and buyers alike can entrust their payments on is essential, especially for Oro China, who ships items with their partner courier in several countries aside from the Philippines. 

As a leading partner in Filipinos’ online payment needs, Dragonpay recently launched the SureTayo mobile app as a response to the growing need of the customers today especially those who rely their businesses on mobile phones. The mobile app is designed to cope with the demands of every transaction giving the sellers an opportunity to easily facilitate and manage customer payments. SureTayo App’s UI is straightforward, has no complicated processes, and provides the customers what they exactly need.

To know more about SureTayo, visit www.suretayo.ph or follow /SureTayoPH on Facebook. You can also download the SureTayo app in the App Store and Google Play.

Revel in the Rain with the LG Dual Inverter Heat Pump Dryer

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Whenever monsoon season arrives in the country, it brings along with it horrible traffic, deep floods, and of course, piles of clothes waiting for the sun to shine. Doing laundry with unpredictable weather is one of the most difficult things to do because if the weather doesn’t cooperate, you’re going to end up with damp clothes that everyone can smell from a mile away. The best solution for this problem is to invest in a dryer, which guarantees a significant lifestyle improvement.

LG’s Dual Inverter Heat Pump Dryer (RC09VHP2V) is one of the best dryer options in the market today since it gives you the flexibility to focus on energy efficiency or time. While drying a load, its advanced DUAL Inverter Heat Pump™ with Eco Hybrid technology provides you the choice of saving energy, or saving time, tailoring it specifically to your needs and lifestyle. Not to picky about the eco options? You can let it do its own thing, since it also has Sensor Dry technology which optimizes drying performance by detecting moisture on the clothes and automatically sets the drying time.

Shrinkage is a non-issue with the RC09VHP2V, as LG’s Dual Heat Pump Dryer technology uses a lower temperature than regular dryers, which smoothens creases and significantly reduces shrinkage. It’s also perfect for families with young children or those with allergies, as the Allergy Care Cycle reduces 99.9% allergens, such as house mites that can cause allergy or respiratory issues, improving your quality of life by keeping an allergen-free environment. The dryer is certified by the British Allergy Foundation (BAF).

Committed to the vision of a true smart home, LG also outfitted the RC09VHP2V with SmartThinQ technology, which makes it easy to interact with it together with your other LG home appliances. Using the app, you can operate and monitor your laundry from anywhere, track energy consumption, and download cycle presets. It also comes with a Smart Diagnosis function to quickly troubleshoot any minor issue before it becomes a problem. 

The LG Dual Inverter Heat Pump Dryer also scores style points. It has a sleek brushed steel finish, with a big chrome rim door and a hidden handle providing an uninterrupted silhouette. The door is also reversible, giving you the flexibility to maximize space and ergonomics. 

You never have to worry about aftersales as the LG Dual Inverter Heat Pump Dryer has a 10 Year Warranty – both the DUAL Inverter Compressor and the Inverter Motor has a 10 year warranty, giving you the guarantee that the dryer will always be hassle-free.

Century Park Hotel’s Deli Snack Is One of Manila’s Finest Breadery and Delicatessen

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Century Park Hotel (CPH), one of the finest hotels in Manila, is proud of its Deli Snack – a food outlet known for its wide array of breads, pastries, cakes and deli.

Breads and Pastries

Are you craving for soft breads with creamy butter? Do you have a penchant for French pastries? Or you just cannot help thinking about that chicken empanada for your merienda?

Deli Snack offers a wide array of treats and pastries from all over the world. Way back from the staples of the Medieval era of rye bread up to the modern-day rainbow bagels, we give customers an extensive range of breads and pastries to choose from. These universal comfort foods can be paired with coffee, hot chocolate, tea or any drink to suit your mood.

Our banana walnut loaves and raisin breads have generous servings of bananas and raisins for your delight. For the health-conscious, rye, kornpep, mini-French and farmhouse dark breads are available to fit one’s healthy lifestyle.

The outlet's classic cream puffs and chocolate eclairs will surely tickle your taste buds and satisfy your sweet tooth! Make sure to reserve your share a day before your visit as these goodies are the crowd’s favorite!

Cakes and Chocolates

Special occasions call for heavenly Cream Cheese Cake and Red Velvet Cheese Cake. Savor the goodness of Supermoist Cake’s layers of chocolate ganache (in photo) or Torta Nocciole Di Cioccolato’s chocolate-covered coffee beans which are guaranteed to be the highlight of the party. These highly-pleasing sweets will keep you coming back for more!

One of the best homemade luscious sweets is the Crispy Bonbon, a milk chocolate with crunchy nut filling made of divine wafers and fine almonds. Cappuccino Praline is another sweet treat that tops the list: its dark Belgian chocolate and Tanduay rhum are blended into a smooth texture. Bonbons and pralines are prepared inside the Century Park Hotel’s chocolate room and can be purchased in boxes of six or twelve.

Cold Cuts and Sausages

Not to be outdone, Deli Snack’s original cold cuts such as: all-natural smoked bacon, black forest ham, luscious pastrami, choices of sausages, smoked salmon and selections of chorizo are carefully made by the hotel’s remarkable chefs and are readily-available at the outlet.

You can also buy packs that come in handy for your own home cooking or wine and cheese pairing.

A Taste of Nostalgia

Today’s loyal patrons recall accompanying their parents at the Deli Snack who were devoted customers themselves. They still remember the delicious smells of the ube cheese ensaymada and the tartness of Danish pastries. They now relive that memory with each visit.

From generation to generation, Deli Snack has become synonymous to providing baked goods and delis to complement any occasion. Its reasonable prices have also made the outlet a byword to its loyal patrons through the years.

From 8AM to 8PM, customers are welcome to drop by and purchase various treats. Incidentally, bread lovers can also avail of Deli Snack goodies at half the price from 7pm to 8pm daily.

Having the best deals do not always have to be expensive, sometimes it just starts from finding the right place in the heart of Manila.

“Deli Snack will always be one of Century Park Hotel’s greatest assets. Our pastries and cold cuts are specially crafted by our very own outstanding chefs,” said Anthony Tan, CPH’s General Manager. “These delights have been continuously enjoyed through the years,” he further added.

Launched in 1976, the Century Park Hotel remains as one of the finest hotels in Manila. It is owned and operated by Maranaw Hotels and Resort Corporation and enjoys a mix of local and international patrons. The renowned establishment has over 500 rooms in varied types and facilities for a complete dining and leisure experience. 

To know more about Century Park Hotel, visit www.centurypark.com or contact information@centurypark.com.ph and telephone number: (632) 528-8888.

OPPO Reno2 series, designed to bring out the creative storymaker in you, officially launches in PH

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The Reno2 series is a phone videography powerhouse that’s bound to take 

smartphone vlogging to the next level

World-leading smartphone brand OPPO takes on today's emergence of video content creation as a creative outlet with the grand launch of the Reno2 Series in the Philippines, which includes both the Reno2 and the Reno2 F. This latest iteration to the successful line of the Reno series is jam-packed with top-notch video-focused specs such as the Quad Rear Camera setup capable of up to 20x Digital Zoom, Ultra Steady Mode, Ultra Dark Mode, and more. These high-grade features allow users to create quality videos, and ultimately sparks creativity in sharing stories. With the OPPO Reno2, #AnyoneIsAStorymaker

The Reno Collective Embraces being Storymakers

The Reno Series values creativity and self-expression through the stories that make up our everyday lives, brought to life by storymakers that make up The Reno Collective. Alongside the Reno2 Series Launch, notable vloggers and content creators were introduced as the official brand ambassadors: Actors Gabbi Garcia and Mikael Daez, fashion and lifestyle personality Laureen Uy, and globe-trotting adventurer Daniel Marsh. These well known icons’ content may differ in theme, but they all share the same goal of creative self-expression in the form of videography, which then inspires others to embrace being a storymaker. The OPPO Reno2 Series’ newest innovation enables one to widen horizons, discover new possibilities, and express one’s self with no reservations.

With a mix of old and new storymakers onboarded, OPPO also launched the “100 Moments” digital campaign that gives a glimpse of 100 diverse stories, all creatively captured with the Reno2. Each distinct story is open for viewing online through the hashtag #AnyoneIsAStorymaker.

The Evolution of Phone Videography with the new OPPO Reno2

More people are seeing the vast potential behind videos as a form of expression nowadays. We also see this with the rise of popular platforms such as Youtube, Instagram, and TikTok, as well as the increased number of videos being churned out online. Videos speak volumes in creating stories, and with smartphones now being an extension to one’s lifestyle, people are more open to sharing stories and expressing creativity through videos seamlessly captured with their smartphones.

With the advent of the rise of video, the OPPO Reno2 takes things up a notch to better capture video content. The Reno2 series was especially designed to allow its users to help budding content creators become more effective storymakers. Thanks to the smartphone’s enhanced Quad Rear Camera consisting of a 48MP main camera, an 8MP wide angle lens, a 13MP telephoto lens, and a 2MP mono lens, supported by 5x Hybrid Zoom and up to 20x digital zoom and the Ultra Wide Angle lens. The Reno2 offers 116° Ultra-Wide Angle view, bringing your stories to life through boundless landscapes day or night. The series enables its users to capture long-distance scenarios in ultra-high quality imaging, whether it be taking videos of your favorite performers at a concert or capturing breathtaking scenery.

The Reno2’s Ultra Steady Mode feature is designed to guarantee stable and smooth videos in the midst of extremely shaky situations. The series is equipped with Optical Image Stabilization and a 60 fps frame rate to compensate for those shaky shots and enhance image stabilization, fluency, and overall image quality. A true testament of eliminating boundaries as you better express yourself.

The Reno2 is equipped with the Ultra Dark Mode, which produces crisp and clear shots even during low light conditions, capable of picking up details invisible to the human eye. 

Adding to the Reno2 camera’s roster of video-focused features are the Bokeh Effect Video that adds depth, the Background Noise Reduction feature that cuts out background noise to make the subject’s sounds more focused, and the Audio Zoom feature that allows one to amplify the sound of a subject while zooming in on it. 

The upgraded VOOC 3.0 flash charging technology and a large-capacity 4,000 mAh battery will enable its users to a more enjoyable and longer experience. It is also powered by Hyper Boost 2.0, Frame Boost, and Touch Boost to provide a smooth user experience while running on ColorOS 6.1 based on Android 9.0. You can enjoy the immersive video experience on the Reno2’s 6.5” AMOLED full screen made from durable 6th Generation Corning®Gorilla® Glass and the Dolby ATMOS feature to experience surround sound effects when using a headset.

The Reno2 series comes in colorways inspired by nature: options for Reno2 are Sunset Pink and Luminous Black, while Sky White and Lake Green for Reno2 F.

Reno2 F: the next generation of the OPPO F series

With the objective of boosting the OPPO F series’ features, the brand introduced the Reno2 F equipped with a 48MP Quad Rear camera that comes with the Ultra Night Mode 2.0, which offers greater adaptability to a wider range of lighting intensity and optimized night shooting. Amplifying this is the Atmosphere Light for an optimized experience when using the front camera to take selfies efficiently. The Reno2 F also utilizes Electronic Image Stabilization to guarantee image stabilization amidst high-action activities together with 119° Ultra Wide angleadaptability to enable you to capture wider perspectives.

Enhanced Auditory Experience with the new OPPO ENCO Q1

Alongside the Reno2 Series, OPPO has also launched in the Philippines its first wireless noise-cancelling headphones, the OPPO ENCO Q1. The noise-cancelling feature comes in handy in low-frequency noise environments when in transit such as in cars, airplanes, or trains. Designed by the OPPO acoustic team, it cancels out all external noise to enable uninterrupted auditory experience. It is equipped with massive 11.8 mm high-resolution dynamic driver units with PEEK+PU composite diaphragms, resulting in rich mid-range to crystal-clear treble.

Charging time completes within 2 hours and can last up to 15 hours of music play time, 10.5 hours of communication, and 22 hours standby. It is also built with Bluetooth 5.0 that allows stronger connection between the phone and earphones up to 10 meters. The OPPO ENCO Q1 comes with premium design that exhibits elegance and beauty, available in color variants Midnight Black and Sunny Orange.

Get your OPPO Reno2, Reno2 F, and OPPO ENCO Q1 soon!

The new OPPO Reno2 will retail at PHP 28,990 with Muse Bluetooth Speaker worth PHP2,499 as a freebie, while the Reno2 F will retail at PHP 19,990 with O1 Bluetooth Headphone worth PHP2,499 as a freebie. Both will run pre-order period from October 18 to 24, and will be officially be available nationwide on October 25 in OPPO concept stores, authorized dealers, and online via Lazada, Shopee, Akulaku, Argomall, Abenson and Memoxpress.

The Reno2 series will be available in partner operators Globe and Smart. For Globe, the Reno2 will be available on Plan 1,799 online and offline with no cash out starting October 24, while for Smart, the Reno2 will be available on Smart Signature Plan M 1,499 with Php7,500 cash out starting November 8. 

You can enjoy the auditory experience as well with wireless noise-cancelling earphones OPPO ENCO Q1 for onlyPHP4,990 starting October 25 in all OPPO concept stores and authorized dealers nationwide. It is also available via Home Credit for 6 months installment with 0% interest.

To know more about the new OPPO’s latest products, visit the website www.oppo.com/ph or check the official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/OPPOPH.

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#AnyoneIsAStorymaker

Wear and Care: The Electrolux Guide to Keeping Clothes looking newer for longer

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Wear it well without wearing it out! That is the fashion philosophy shared by Electrolux, a leading global appliance company from Sweden, when it comes to clothes. You don’t need a lot of clothes to look stylish – just give them some TLC, especially when doing your laundry.

To help keep your clothes in the best shape, check out these tips from Electrolux FashionCare Ambassador Rajo Laurel, along with the FashionCare Council members Amina Aranaz-Alunan and Bianca King. From washing to storing, these practical hacks will help keep your clothes looking new for longer. 

1. Check the Label 

Acclaimed fashion designer Rajo Laurel shared that his number one rule when it comes to caring for clothes is to check the care label, which teaches you everything from the temperature, the kind of cycle and even instructions on drying, bleaching and ironing. And if those laundry symbols look like hieroglyphics to you? Executive director and teacher of SoFA Design Institute, and Creative Director of fashion accessories and bag label ARANÁZ Amina Aranaz-Alunan’s practical tip: print out a guide that explains the symbols for laundry instructions.

2. Caring for White Shirts and Tops

A staple in anyone’s wardrobe, the classic white tee is a great piece to build your wardrobe around. It’s easy to dress up and down, going from casual to business-chic. To keep your white shirt looking new, before washing, unbutton your shirt including its cuffs and collar. Check the label recommendations for care guidelines. Use a laundry detergent that contains bleach to really make your whites, white.

And if your white shirt or polo gets wrinkled easily, check if your washing machine has a Steam or Vapour Care setting - this relaxes the fibres and removes odours to bring back that soft, fresh feel to your white top.

UltimateCare™ 900 Washing Machine 

3. Caring for Colours

Having coloured pieces is a great way to make a look pop but they are also prone to fading faster than dark or white clothing. To help make sure your colouredgarments don’t lose their vibrance, sort your garments by colour before doing the laundry. Bright clothes such as purples, reds and oranges can be washed together, so can bright blues and greens. If a colour stands out on its own, consider washing it alone. Then check the garment for stains and apply a small amount of liquid detergent to the stain and shake gently in water. Turn your garments inside out to minimize rubbing of fibres. Choose a low temperature and avoid hot settings that can cause fading. You can also use a gentle wash cycle.

4. Caring for Jeans

Denim is durable but to make them last longer, especially the coloured and printed denims or anything with a deep indigo wash, you need to give them extra special care. The key to a long life is to wash at a low temperature and avoid over washing. First off, be sure to wear your jeans for as long as possible before they are first washed to give them a comfortable shape and a natural fade. Separate your jeans from white or other brightly coloured clothes because they might bleed colour. Turn them inside out before washing as well. 

5. Dealing with Stains

The FashionCare Council members all share that it’s best to deal with stains immediately. Soak or try to wash them off right away. For food and wine stains, Laurel shares that he uses salt and soda water on the stains before washing as these help to lift the stains. 

Here are some other helpful tips to remove common stains. For ink stains, blot the stained area with alcohol using a clean cloth and rinse thoroughly. For coffee stains, first try using cold water through the back of the stain for 10-15 minutes. If the stain is not fully removed, use liquid laundry detergent and a little cold water, or try using dish washing liquid. Gently rub the liquid detergent or dish washing liquid with your thumb to loosen the stain for about five minutes. 

6. Proper Storage 

The FashionCare Council members also shared that storage can play a role in keeping clothes looking their best. Model and actress, Bianca King advised people to keep their closets neat so you have a full account of everything you own and to know which items should be hung or folded (if it’s a knit or weave). And speaking of hanging, Laurel and Aranz-Alunan both mentioned the importance of using proper hangers - Laurel mentioned avoiding those without foam defense as they could ruin the shape of clothes. 

Another advantage of keeping a closet organized is it could help you plan your wardrobe – you can rotate your pieces, as shared by Laurel, to help prolong their life. 

UltimateCare™ 900 Washer Dryer

7. Find the Right Washing Machine

When asked about effective and reliable ways of caring for clothes, the FashionCare Council agreed that the right washing machine can also help extend the life of your clothes – like the Electrolux UltimateCare™ 900 Front Load Washing Machine, which comes with innovative features that help keep your favourites looking new for longer, even up to 1 year later. It comes with SensorWash™ which detects dirt and adjusts cycle times to ensure that clothes receive the perfect wash, and UltraMix™ technology that activates detergents so that you can wash at lower temperatures to reduce colour fading*. It also comes with Vapour Care, which finishes the wash cycle with a soft spray of vapour to remove up to 99.9% of allergens and germs**

The UltimateCare™ 900 is also WiFi-connected and through the Electrolux Life App, you can remotely control your appliance, allowing you to choose wash or dry programs and receive notifications on the go. The Care Advisor also provides intuitive guidance to assist you in expertly cleaning up to 48 fabrics and 40 of the most common stains.

King, who wanted a washing machine smart enough to help her decide how to wash her laundry, talked about how her Electrolux UltimateCare™ Front Load Washing Machine “makes my life simpler and actually makes me look forward to doing my laundry!” 

Meanwhile Aranaz-Alunan enthused, “I love the features, especially that I can oversee the washing process even when I’m not at home.”

Laurel, who has been using the UltimateCare™ Washing Machine for over a year, said that, “Ever since I invested in my Electrolux UltimateCare™ Washing Machine, my clothes really last longer, and I feel better about it. My clothes are also a big part of my investment, my character and my personality and this has helped me improve a lot and made me so much happier!”

For more information on Electrolux and its products, visit www.electrolux.com.ph and follow @ElectroluxPhilippines on Facebook and Instagram.

*In comparison between previous model as endorsed by Intertek.

** EFF902BQWA with vapour compared to same model without vapour

Electrolux shapes living for the better by reinventing taste, care and wellbeing experiences, making life more enjoyable and sustainable for millions of people. As a leading global appliance company, we place the consumer at the heart of everything we do. Through our brands, including Electrolux, White-Westinghouse, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell more than 60 million household and professional products in more than 150 markets every year. In 2018, Electrolux had sales of SEK 124 billion and employed 54,000 people around the world. For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.ph.