Shopee partners with Cebu LGUs to help local MSMEs bring their businesses online

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Shopee Philippines Seller Coach Mik Baluyot, In Sweet J&J’s Jimmy Martinez, Ithra Jewelry shop owner Hilaire Labalan, Shopee Philippines Head of People Karen Perez, Mandaue City Vice Mayor’s office representative Trixie Mae Brigoli, and Cebu City Councilor Hon. Jaypee Labella at the Shopee University Roadshow in Cebu

Driven by its mission to make e-commerce for everyone, Shopee partners with local government units (LGUs) in Cebu to help micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the region for its second iteration of the Shopee University Roadshow and Shopee Kumustahan. These two events educated MSMEs on how to take their businesses online, and kickstart their venture into e-commerce.

Through its partnership with the cities of Mandaue, Cebu, Talisay, and Lapu-Lapu, Shopee aims to reach more Filipinos across the Philippines, and make the online selling and shopping experience easier, more convenient, and more seamless for everyone. As part of its efforts to push this objective forward, Shopee has also established more Shopee Xpress hubs within the region to expand its serviceable areas and provide local sellers with opportunities to reach more buyers nationwide.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said “We are grateful for our partnership with Mandaue City, Lapu-Lapu City, Talisay City, and Cebu City that has enabled us to reach even more MSMEs across the Philippines. Through more partnerships and hub expansions, we will continue to help digitize even more Cebuano MSMEs through more iterations of the Shopee University Roadshow and Shopee Kumustahan. We are committed to supporting local MSMEs as they bring their businesses online, wherever they may be.”

Shopee Philippines Seller Communications and Education Lead Mia Mendoza, Shopee Philippines Seller Coach Mik Baluyot, Ithra Jewelry shop owner Hilaire Labalan, and BigGrocer Food & Grocery shop owner Azela Jane Taladua at the Shopee Kumustahan event in Cebu

The Shopee University Roadshow is a masterclass that educates MSMEs nationwide on how to drive their businesses forward through e-commerce and onboard into Shopee. By equipping them with the right tools and knowledge, MSMEs learn how to generate more sales and grow their buyer base. To help sellers learn through mutual sharing of experiences, the Shopee Kumustahan engages Shopee sellers in a casual gathering for them to exchange personal insights, advice, and best practices. Through these seller-focused events, Shopee strengthens its commitment to support MSMEs and digitize all kinds of businesses in the most seamless way possible.

If you’re looking to grow your business online, Shopee invites you to start your online selling journey with them today. Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Minamahal Kita: The Art Of Filipino Love Songs (A Tribute To The 2022 National Artists) all set on September 15

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A crossover artist generally refers to an artist who has had substantial success in multiple genres of music. It’s been used particularly to refer to a handful who have marketed themselves as performers of the classical and pop repertoire.

One can make the argument, however, that most of them are simply pop artists who try to sing in a classically trained style.

Going by its definition, or at least by its generally agreed notion, a crossover artist must be someone who, let’s say, has professionally performed operatic roles or oratorio solos while concurrently rocking pop music establishments.

If we go by this definition, then Rogelio B. Peñaverde Jr. is a bonafide crossover artist par excellence.

Peñaverde is a homegrown Filipino who moved to the US to pursue a scholarship at the Manhattan School of Music in New York City for a Master’s Degree in Voice. After graduating, he carved a career in opera, sacred music and musical theater with critical acclaim.

The New York Times praised his “sweet sound” while Opera Magazine lauded him as an “incisive tenor”.

Some of his career highlights include the role of Ferrando from Cosi Fan Tutte (W. A. Mozart) with the Martina Arroyo Foundation, tenor solo in Missa Solemnis in C(L. Mozart) at the Saint Patrick’s Cathedral of New York, and the role of Basel in the Off-Broadway run of Figaro 90210 by Ragman Ventures.

He has also performed as a featured artist at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Carnegie Hall, the Manhattan Center, and the Cultural Center of the Philippines.

When the pandemic hit in 2020 and wiped away all his engagements, Peñaverde rediscovered his passion and gift for songwriting. While it began as an outlet for anxiety, it became a serious creative endeavor as he churned one pop song after another.

By 2021 he was sitting on 12 compositions that he collectively called the Pearl Drive Project. When Covid restrictions eased, he debuted selections at Pete’s Candy Store in Brooklyn, an institution in New York’s independent music scene.

It was so well-received that the show was picked up by the iconic Mercury Lounge in New York City, a hallowed ground of pop music that has featured the likes of Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and Ed Sheeran.

Performing as Ilustrado (his pop alter ego), Peñaverde became the first homegrown Filipino to play a full set of his compositions in this hall. He is scheduled for a repeat after the commercial release of 2 singles from the Pearl Drive Project this fall.

Catch the artistry of Rogelio B. Peñaverde Jr. as this consummate crossover musician visits home in a featured performance on September 15 (Thursday), 5:00 p.m. cocktail reception 6:30 p.m. show proper, at the Main Theater Lobby of the Cultural Center of the Philippines.

Entitled MINAMAHAL KITA: THE ART OF FILIPINO LOVE SONGS (A TRIBUTE TO THE 2022 NATIONAL ARTISTS), the show was conceptualized by Peñaverde and produced by the Friends for Cultural Concerns of the Philippines (FCCP) under the leadership of its current president, Martin Lopez.

It will also feature the following guest artists, most of whom are FCCP Scholars:

• Athena Macatangay (Soprano),
• Giuseppe Diestro (Cello)
• Kris Gonzales (Baritone)
• Lance Capitan (Guitar)
• Madeline Jane Banta (Piano)
• Myramae T. Meneses (Soprano)
• Nathan Gemina (Piano)

Directed by Manolet Garcia, the ensemble will be performing Filipino love songs from both the classical and contemporary repertoire.

The gala is part of Peñaverde’s advocacy to present quality performances of Philippine music here and abroad that educate as much as they entertain.

Proceeds will go towards funding the tuition or travel expenses of the 26 FCCP scholars studying in local and foreign schools.

For more information, or to buy tickets, please visit the Facebook page of the Friends for Cultural Concerns of the Philippines or call Angie Godoy at +63927-2292128.

Get Excited for POCO’s New All-In Fun M5 and M5s: While POCO M5 brings next-level mobile gaming and a smoother digital lifestyle, POCO M5s delivers endless fun with awesome audio-visual experiences

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POCO, a popular technology brand among the world's young techies, introduced two new smartphones of choice for entertainment-hungry users, who can now choose between the POCO M5 and POCO M5s all-in fun devices. The POCO M5 powerhouse is imagined for those that enjoy every day gaming, the POCO M5s offers an all-around entertainment experience perfectly balancing camera, audio-visual, and battery needs.

POCO never fails to pack outstanding experiences for their growing pool of young techies, but with amazing value in mind, and the POCO M5 and POCO M5s are no different. This spirit is best captured by Angus Ng, Head of Product Marketing at POCO Global, "Our POCO M5 and POCO M5s break the stereotype that a value phone can't support a brilliant gaming or audio-visual experience. It is a true testament to our team’s unwavering efforts to deliver the most exciting creations for tech enthusiasts at industry-leading price levels."

POCO M5: Game on with a flagship-level 6nm processor and a dynamic display

Powered by the advanced MediaTek Helio G99 chipset, the POCO M5 offers an incredibly smooth gaming experience. Built on a flagship-level 6nm manufacturing process, the powerful chipset includes an octa-core CPU, with two high-performance Cortex-A76 clocking up to 2.2GHz, along with an Arm Mali G57 GPU for advanced 3D graphics — an unprecedented full system for snappier gaming performance in a value phone. The Game Turbo 5.0 intelligently controls and optimizes the CPU, GPU, and memory to support steady gameplay even in heavy-loading games. The system can judiciously recognize if you are in the middle of a game, and act so that a sudden message will not disconnect you by popping up a sub-window.

Coming with a 90Hz DynamicSwitch display, the POCO M5 can dynamically switch the display refresh rate. When playing games, it adapts to a very fast refresh rate for high-frame gaming titles, while it can switch to slow down for video playback. This saves power as well as ensures sustained and longer gameplay with maximized battery life.

With a 6.58-inch Full HD+ DotDrop display, the POCO M5 delivers vibrant color accuracy and crisp graphics. Along with its 240Hz touch sampling rate, the POCO M5 speeds up the overall experience and helps significantly in fast-paced games with quicker touch response. The POCO M5 also comes with practical features like Sunlight display, which allows you to carry on outdoors, and enjoy your game comfortably in the park or by the pool.

Beyond gameplay, POCO M5 is also perfect for those who want to live life to the fullest and capture its most memorable moments. It is fitted with a triple-back camera array comprised of a 50MP main camera, a 2MP depth sensor for real-time depth detection, and a 2MP macro camera for incredible close-ups. Whether you want to capture the excitement of sea surfing or take the perfect close-up of street artwork, the POCO M5 will not let you down.

To top it all up, the POCO M5’s high-capacity 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging won’t leave you hanging [1]. There’s no need for low-battery anxiety throughout the day, as you play your favorite game on the go while handling all your everyday tasks too.

POCO M5s: The powerful entertainment hub to embrace magic fun

When it comes to capturing photo and video content, the POCO M5s' quad rear camera system can record stunning 4K videos at 30 frames per second, for catching unexpected street sports moments. It includes a 64MP primary camera, and an 8MP ultra-wide angle camera to capture beautiful city skyline shots, or mountain scenery if you enjoy nature. It also has two 2MP sensors for depth detection or taking detailed close-ups of watercolor to embrace your inner artist. A 13MP front camera tops it all up for great selfies and sharp video chat quality with friends and family.

What’s more, you have your creative studio, with a host of intelligent and user-friendly photography and film-making features to express yourself. For example, you can take great photos at night, capture stunning portraits with a bokeh effect, and produce professional time-lapse or slow-motion videos with the help of AI.

POCO M5s come with an impressive 6.43-inch Full HD+ AMOLED DotDisplay to watch sports, show videos to your friends or play music. Paired with dual speakers, it was engineered to provide a fully immersive audio-visual experience, amping up the fun of playing your favorite artist’s new music video release or getting lost in a cyberpunk sci-fi movie. In the meantime, let yourself be amazed by the POCO M5s’ smooth visuals and excellent color performance. It even packs premium features to enhance user comfort, like DC Dimming and 360° ambient light sensors to adjust the screen brightness so you can enjoy an entire live stream without eye strain.

Equipped with a MediaTek Helio G95 chipset, the POCO M5s has all the power you need to bring you the magic fun in the audio-visual world. The pairing of smooth graphics performance and efficiency enables immersive augmented reality, brilliant camera shooting, and seamless streaming experiences. It also sports a high-capacity 5,000mAh battery, providing up to 12 hours of uninterrupted immersive fun, or one and a half days of non-stop voice calls [2]. It could even last a month in standby mode if you wanted to [3]!

Product Availability

POCO M5 will come in three colors: Black, Green, and Yellow. In the Philippines, it will also be available in two variants: 4GB+64GB and 6GB+128GB. 4GB+64GB: Recommended retail price at Php 9,499 via official e-commerce channels.

6GB+128GB: Recommended retail price at Php 10,499 via official e-commerce channels.

POCO M5 will be available for purchase at an early bird price of Php 7,399 and Php 8,799 respectively from September 7 via Lazada.

POCO M5s will come in three colors: Grey, White, and Blue. It will also be available in three variants: 4GB+64GB and 6GB+128GB. 4GB+64GB: Recommended retail price at Php 9,999 via official e-commerce channels.

6GB+128GB: Recommended retail price at Php 10,899 via official e-commerce channels.

POCO M5 will be available for purchase at an early bird price of Php 8,599 and Php 9,999 respectively from September 7 via Shopee.

Sip through the cold with the Cherry Coffee Maker Deluxe

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Nothing beats a hot cup of coffee during the rainy days. Going out to your nearest café or even ordering in during a heavy downpour aren’t very practical. Our solution? The Cherry Coffee Maker Deluxe. 

Get your fix anytime you need without leaving the comfort of your home with this compact kitchen wonder. Tickle your tastebuds with whatever pod your craving for the day using the four adapters that come with this tiny machine. They are compatible with N Capsule, DG Capsule, Coffee Powder, and K-Cup.

The size of your drink is also not a problem. Whether you need a huge cup to keep you warm or just the right amount to keep you energized for the day, this coffee maker has two modes, espresso and lungo, to fill your small (60mL) and big (140mL) cups of coffee respectively.

It is also designed to keep your coffee nook neat and extra elegant with its glossy black and red finish and an easy drip tray maintenance. Beat the rainy days and take this is your sign to be your own barista at home. Get your own Cherry Coffee Maker Deluxe now for only P5,500. 

For more information, visit:

Cherry Shop PH: www.cherryshop.com.ph

Join the Celebration of MR.DIY’s Proudly Made in the Philippines Campaign this September

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This whole month of September, MR.DIY’s “Proudly Made in the Philippines” is having a comeback. From September 1 to 30, exciting deals and discounts of up to 30% awaits customers in MR.DIY’s stores nationwide. These local products and essentials are perfect for everyday needs.

Must-have household cleaning essentials

Keeping the house safe and clean is one of the top priorities during these times to stay protected against possible germs and viruses. MR.DIY offers sanitation and disinfecting products from local brands such as Guardian alcohols, Kleen-It dishwashing liquids & hand soaps, Sanicare wet wipes, Cheers garbage bags and many more!

Do-it-yourself car cleaning essentials

For car owners, finding the best cleaning material is important to keep the auto shiny, clean and protected. Microtex Sun Shield protectant and moisturizing tire lotions can be spotted in MR.DIY stores to make car cleaning sessions quick and easy.

Let us care for your pet!

Pets are like babies for fur parents. As the saying goes, “They are not just a pet. They are family.”

With this, MR.DIY offers Filipino brands such as Carbaryls and Happy Pets shampoo and powder to keep pets safe and free of fleas, ticks, and lice. These affordable items are perfect for every fur parent looking for high-quality and value for money pet supplies.

The Proudly Made in the Philippines campaign by MR.DIY is a month-long celebration to recognize and celebrate Filipino brands, support their businesses, and encourage Filipinos to do the same. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-148906 Series of 2022.

MR.DIY remains committed to their “Always Low Prices” motto – offering a variety products and essentials that aims to meet the daily needs and demands of its consumers.

Join the Proudly Made in the Philippines campaign and receive exciting discounts by visiting the MR.DIY store near you!

To learn more about MR.DIY and its products, visit www.mrdiy.com/ph. You may also follow /mrdiyPH on Facebook, and @mrdiy.philippines on Instagram and Tiktok for updates and upcoming promos.