Month-long realme Fan Fest ends strong with new realme C12, Buds Classic and Music Fan Fest

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Celebrate the Ber months with a smartphone that lets you make the most of your digital experiences. 

The realme C12 is yet another battery beast designed to complement the lifestyle of the digital-savvy. realme Philippines also introduces its newest audio accessory, the realme Buds Classic, which harnesses supreme bass power for even more memorable entertainment and bonding this holiday season. Both products were launched during the realme Music Fan Fest joined by Filipino artists Moira dela Torre, Krissha Viaje and December Avenue.

Be Ber-month ready with the realme C12 and realme Buds Classic

To keep the “merry” in this year’s Christmas season, the lifestyle partner of the youth offers its squad and fans more holiday treats, starting with the launch of the realme C12, the latest addition to the brand’s local C-series lineup, and the realme Buds Classic.

A powerful yet attainable all-around smartphone, the realme C12 is highly capable of handling multiple tasks to let you finish all projects during the busy Ber months. It packs a 6,000mAh mega battery to keep up with heavy digital activities.

The realme C12 also features a Helio G35 Processor for heavy functions such as gaming and entertainment. It is equipped with a 13MP AI triple-camera setup for quality snaps, a 5MP selfie camera for crystal-clear selfies and an immersive 6.5in extra-large screen for an excellent gaming and visual experience.

The realme Buds Classic delivers enhanced audio experience for Filipino music enthusiasts, movie buffs and mobile gamers. With its large 14.2mm bass boost driver, it delivers uncompromised audio fidelity, perfect for watching movies or listening to music. The accessory is made from premium nanoparticle composite PET material that makes the bass deeper and vocals clearer.

The realme C12 and realme Buds Classic will be available nationwide starting September 3. Purchasers of the realme C12 may choose between two colors: Marine Blue and Coral Red.

Available in a 3GB RAM+32GB storage configuration, the realme C12 is priced at Php5,990 while the realme Buds Classic will be available for Php590.

Surprises before leaving August

Before we completely bid farewell to August, realme Philippines invites customers to check out its ongoing offers and promos on both online and offline realme stores and official partners nationwide.

For the online promos, fans and supporters can score as much as 25 percent off on select realme devices at the Lazada Super Brand Day Sale. During the Crazy Flash Sale offers on Lazada happening successively throughout August 28, realme Philippines will also be offering more discounts. Purchasers can get realme accessories at 25 percent less during the Crazy Flash Sale.

realme squad and fans also have the chance to win an HP Desktop PC package and 10 realme C3 smartphones for every Php3,500 worth of realme purchase at Silicon Valley’s Back2School promo. Consumers are entitled to one (1) raffle entry only. The promo period runs from August 14 to 30, with the much-awaited raffle draw happening on August 31, 6pm.

realme Philippines will also be giving away free “Dare To Be” T-shirts to purchasers of both a realme smartphone and AIoT product at select realme stores. This promo applies to the first 10 customers per branch. The promo period runs from August 21 to 22 and August 28 to 29 in select NCR stores and from August 28 to 29 and September 4 to 5 in select regional stores.

Hello, August, Goodbye

The month of August flew by as it was jampacked with lots of realme activities. Capping off the month-long festivities was the realme Music Fan Fest, a night of music and Filipino artistry.

realme squad and fans gathered together on the official Facebook and YouTube accounts of realme Philippines for the livestream and sang along with Moira dela Torre, Krissha Viaje and December Avenue.

“It was a month full of surprises and exciting activities for the realme squad. It was our way of expressing our appreciation for the continuous support we have been receiving from our ever-supportive fans since our launch in the country. With the Ber months coming, realme Philippines is excited to offer our fans more activities and exciting surprises,” shared realme Philippines VP for Marketing Austine Huang.

For exclusive updates and announcements, visit the realme Philippines official Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts with the handle @realmePhilippines.

PHINMA Education, Globe enable flexible learning with mobile data for students

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PHINMA Education, a fast-growing network of schools in Southeast Asia, recently partnered with Globe Telecom to provide mobile data to selected schools in its system as part of its FlexLearning@PHINMAEd program. Students in PHINMA Araullo University in Nueva Ecija and PHINMA Cagayan de Oro College will benefit from the project.

“Education must continue regardless of the situation and challenges that lie ahead. We believe that every Filipino student, especially those who have the determination to learn but don’t have the financial resources to do so, should have access to quality education,” shared Dr. Raymundo P. Reyes, PHINMA Education Philippines Country Head. “We’re thankful to have the support of Globe in helping our students succeed, allowing them to remain safe, and ensuring they have the tools they need to take charge of their future.”

From left to right: Martin Perez (PHINMA Araullo University Chief Operating Officer), Ramon R. del Rosario, Jr. (PHINMA Corporation President & CEO and PHINMA Education Chairman), Dr. Raymundo P. Reyes (PHINMA Education Philippines Country Head), Nikka Abes (Globe Business Director for Marketing Activations), Christopher A. Tan (PHINMA Education Chief Operating Officer), Ryza Martinez (PHINMA Education Learning Manager), Dr. Chito B. Salazar (PHINMA Education President & CEO), Albert de Larrazabal (Globe Telecom Chief Commercial Officer), Mark Macaventa (PHINMA Cagayan de Oro Chief Operating Officer), Peter Maquera (Globe Business Senior Vice President), Meanne Quiambao (Globe Business Vice President for Corporate and International Sales), Ernest Cu (Globe Telecom President & CEO)

While e-learning is the more popular option for schools in the country, PHINMA Education opted for a flexible learning structure that maximizes mobile data, often the primary means for students from underserved communities to access the internet. Each student will be given mobile data to access apps designed to make remote learning more efficient such as Hangouts, Viber, WhatsApp, Zoom, GSuite, Office 365, Canva, Canvas, and Course Hero. 

“With where education is heading in the long run, now is the right time to put digital solutions to work, and sustain the advantages it has to offer,” said Peter Maquera, Senior Vice President for Globe Business. “Our collaboration with PHINMA Education will not only allow us to showcase the power of connectivity and digital technologies, but will also create an opportunity for us to serve the Filipino youth and their families as they figure out how to navigate the complexities caused by the pandemic.”

Aside from mobile data, Globe is set to help PHINMA equip its Nueva Ecija and Cagayan de Oro campuses with internet connectivity and digital payment facilities. Upon the resumption of face-to-face classes, PHINMA Education will have already established its iLearn Zones powered by Globe internet hotspots through GoWiFi. The presence of GCash Scan to Pay QR Codes, ECPay, and Touchpay terminals will also make it easier for both students and parents to seamlessly complete enrollment, putting digitalization in full swing.

PHINMA Education Holdings, Inc. is the education services subsidiary of PHINMA Corporation, a Filipino-owned conglomerate with investments in education, property development, hospitality, and construction materials. The former owns and operates seven schools across the Philippines and manages one in Karawang, West Java, Indonesia.

Globe continues to work with schools such as PHINMA Education in assisting the industry through low-cost data plans and digital solutions. Beyond the education sector, Globe has also started implementing network enhancements and capacity builds with its USD1.2 billion CAPEX investment earlier this year. With this, Globe envisions connectivity strengthened by ICT infrastructure growth, network upgrades, and deployment of cellular towers so that more Filipinos will one day be able to experience #1stWorldInternetPH.

Reach more possibilities with reliable connectivity solutions and digital services. Get in touch with your Globe Business Account Manager to learn more. Check out our website for the latest products and services to help you build your school’s digital future.

Top Celebrities Catriona Gray, Ai-Ai delas Alas, and Rhian Ramos Joins Shopee’s Brand Ambassador Jose Mari Chan at the 9.9 Super Shopping Day TV Special on GMA News TV

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On September 9, viewers can look forward to star-studded live performances and stand a chance to win prizes worth over ₱4.7 Million.

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, invites everyone to watch the anticipated 9.9 Super Shopping Day TV Special happening on September 9 at 8:30 PM. 

The 2-hour-long show will be simulcast on both GMA News TV (GNTV) and Shopee Live to reach more Filipino audiences. Viewers can catch an outstanding performance and appearance by Shopee’s Brand Ambassador Jose Mari Chan with top Filipino celebrities such as Catriona Gray, Ai-Ai delas Alas, Rhian Ramos, Gabbi Garcia, and many more. 

The star-studded show will also feature various performances from celebrity house-hold names like Lani Misalucha, Marcelito Pomoy, and Christian Bautista. Viewers can look forward to exceptional dance performances from super dance idols Rayver Cruz, DJ Loonyo, Mark Herras, and Rodjun Cruz. Also, top comedians such as Kakai Bautista, Rita Daniela, Betong, Jak Roberto, and Boobay, will make special appearances. 

Martin Yu, Associate Director, Shopee Philippines, said, “We are very excited to celebrate the 9.9 Super Shopping Day peak with the highly anticipated 9.9 Super Shopping Day TV Special. This year has been a challenge to the Filipino community because of the pandemic, and we hope through this TV special we can deepen our engagement with our users by providing them an entertaining production where they can see their favorite stars and win amazing prizes. This initiative is part of our 9.9 regional commitment to deliver a “Super” experience to our users, and we invite everyone to join us at the peak of our signature annual shopping event.”

Key highlights of 9.9 Super Shopping Day on GNTV and Shopee Live: 

On September 9, in addition to star-studded performances from leading celebrities, viewers can enjoy an upsized pool of rewards from various in-app games, including Shopee Catch, Shopee Shake, and Shopee Quiz. Key highlights include: 

● Win exciting cash prizes and giveaways with Shopee Shake: One lucky winner can stand a chance to take home ₱250,000 worth of cash prize, while another winner can win ₱1M cash prize and a house and lot from Lumina Homes. To participate, shoppers simply need to tune in at 8:45 PM and 10:00 PM for the Shopee Shake sessions. 

● Walk away with exclusive prizes with Shopee Catch and Shopee Quiz: Viewers can stand a chance to win over ₱1.5 million worth of prizes for Shopee Catch and Shopee Quiz. To participate in Shopee Catch, users simply have to move their heads to catch an item with a bag, the player with the most items wins. For Shopee Quiz, viewers have to answer five questions and can only advance to the next round if they get all questions right. 

● Exclusive promos from leading brands: Users can also enjoy exclusive offers and discounts of up to 50% off on leading brands such as Globe Telecom, Havaianas, Huggies, Nestle, P&G Beauty + Olay, Maybelline, Unilever Home and Food, Xiaomi Poco Phone Exclusive, and Lactum Enfagrow. 

Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day

The Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day will run until September 9, 2020. It will feature exciting promos like free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend, daily flash deals for as low as ₱9, and huge discounts when shoppers use ShopeePay. Consumers will also get exclusive discounts up to 90% off on leading brands, win exciting prizes via in-app games and many more.

For more information on the Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day, please visit https://shopee.ph/m/99.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Get twice the perks when you Pay with PayMaya! PayMaya and Jollibee Foods Corporation double up your rewards when you order your favorite meals via Facebook Messenger

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Ordering from your favorite food brands for your meals while quarantined at home has become the norm for most. But to make your ordering experience not just convenient but also rewarding, PayMaya is offering double cashback when you order from select food brands via the Facebook Messenger chatbot and pay using your PayMaya account. 

From now until September 30, 2020, you get two chances of getting up to 100% cashback when you order your favorite meals and cakes from Mang Inasal, Burger King, Red Ribbon, Greenwich, and Chowking--just some of the food brands of Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC), which has earlier partnered with PayMaya to revolutionize "conversational commerce" in the Philippines. 

With this Messenger ordering option, not only are you able to satisfy your cravings while remaining at home during quarantine, you’re also making the transaction safer for you and the delivery personnel by reducing cash handling through contactless transaction. 

To get this sweet double deal, simply start a chat with the said food brands on Facebook Messenger by typing #order to place your order via the chatbot. Once the conversation is started, choose self pick-up or delivery, select the meal/cakes and other food options you want to order, and pay by clicking “PayMaya.” When prompted, type in your PayMaya-registered mobile number and confirm the payment. That’s it—with a minimum order of P500, you now get two chances of enjoying up to 100% cashback or up to P1,000 for your purchase. 

Getting PayMaya for safe, convenient, and rewarding transactions especially during quarantine is easy. Simply download the PayMaya app for Android or iOS at https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133, and register an account. Once done, you can now use contactless payment options for your daily essentials or even your cravings. 

Remember, for your favorite food deliveries and a whole lot more, don’t pay cash, PayMaya. 

To find out even more about all the exclusive deals you can avail of with your PayMaya account, visit www.paymaya.com/deals or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, and government. Aside from providing payments acceptance for the largest e-Commerce, food, retail and gas merchants in the Philippines, PayMaya enables national and social services agencies as well as local government units with digital payments and disbursement services. 

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides millions of Filipinos with the fastest way to own a financial account with over 40,000 Add Money touchpoints nationwide, more than double the total number of traditional bank branches in the Philippines combined. 

Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 30,000 partner touchpoints nationwide serves as last mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to services. 

To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

‘For Your SweetHeart’ campaign heightens awareness on diabetes-heart disease link, cautions patients amid a pandemic

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The critical link between diabetes and heart disease -- is now more than ever, an important topic of discussion. Knowing the link can save your life.

The “For Your SweetHeart” campaign, spearheaded by Boehringer Ingelheim (Philippines), Inc. in partnership with medical societies and patient groups, urges Filipinos diagnosed with diabetes to be aware of the link between diabetes and cardiovascular disease and how to manage the condition properly. In addition, diabetes, with the presence of its complications, has been identified as a risk factor for increased severity of COVID-19 and poor outcome. 

One of the long-term complications of diabetes is cardiovascular disease. According to a follow-up study among patients who participated in the World Health Organization (WHO) Multinational Study of Vascular Disease in Diabetes, a staggering 52% of deaths in Type 2 Diabetes patients are due to cardiovascular disease—confirming that Type 2 Diabetes is a cardiovascular disease equivalent. Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death for patients with diabetes. 

Patients with diabetes are two to four times more likely to develop heart disease. Over time, uncontrolled high blood sugar can damage blood vessels and nerves, leading to the heart and ultimately raise blood pressure levels. Diabetes also increases the level of bad cholesterol. All of these factors increase the risk of heart disease in patients with diabetes. The three types of heart disease that patients with diabetes commonly develop are coronary heart disease, heart failure, and diabetic cardiomyopathy.

According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), as of May 2020, there are nearly four (4) million reported cases of diabetes in the Philippines. Alarmingly, many living with diabetes do not know of their increased risk for heart diseases.

The “For Your SweetHeart” campaign aims to change that by raising awareness about this link, with the help of TV personality Kim “Kuya Kim” Atienza as the official campaign advocate. 

“The campaign is relevant to me because my grandparents had diabetes, and so does my mother. Like many Filipinos, I can relate to how we always want what is best for the health and well-being of our loved ones. I always check up on my mother and make sure she’s leading a healthy lifestyle,” Kuya Kim stated.

Supported by health experts and patient organizations, the campaign will focus on not only patients but also the caregivers. 

“It comes naturally for Filipinos to care for our loved ones. The campaign doesn’t just speak to those diagnosed with diabetes but also to the loved ones taking care of them,” said Dr. Greta Cortez, Boehringer Ingelheim (Philippines), Inc.’s Head of Medicine.

“Boehringer Ingelheim has always believed in empowering and equipping both the patients and their loved ones with important information so they can make the best decisions together for their health and well-being,” she continued.

Knowing the link between diabetes and cardiovascular disease can help patients and those taking care of them to determine meaningful and necessary life-changing steps.

“There are ways to minimize the risk of cardiovascular disease for those with diabetes. Being aware of the impact of diabetes on heart health is a critical first step as well as consulting your doctor, so you know the best medical options to manage the disease,” said Dr. Orly Bugarin, President of the Philippine Heart Association and a cardiologist at Twin Hearts Medical Clinic in Balanga, Bataan.

For more information about the connection between diabetes and cardiovascular disease, visit www.foryoursweetheart.ph. 

The website includes an assessment tool based on the Framingham 10-year Heart Disease Risk Test , which requires details of the patient’s total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and systolic blood pressure. 

The “For Your SweetHeart” campaign is supported by the Philippine Heart Association (PHA), Institute for Studies on Diabetes Foundation Inc. (ISDFI), American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE), Philippine Society of Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism (PSEDM), Diabetes Philippines (DP), Philippine Association of Diabetes Educators (PADE), Association of Diabetes Nurse Educators of the Philippines, Inc. (ADNEP), and Philippine Alliance of Patient Organizations (PAPO).