Monday, September 9, 2024
Manila, Philippines – TCL Electronics, a leading consumer electronics brand and the world’s top two TV brand, today announces that it will bring a brand-new product lineup and one of its most comprehensive product displays to the upcoming IFA 2024 this September. During the show, TCL will raise the curtain on its plans for the near future with newly upgraded technologies designed to Inspire Greatness across products including QD-Mini LED TVs, TCL FreshIN air conditioners, TCL Free Built-in Series refrigerators, washing machines, mobile devices, AR glasses, commercial displays, soundbars, smart home energy solutions, an intelligent cockpit integration solution and more.
As the world’s second-largest TV brand, TCL will reveal the latest additions to its pioneering QD-Mini LED TV lineup this year, bringing consumers unparalleled audio-visual experiences in large sizes. The company will also showcase a new category in its TV series, including the debut of a new cutting-edge sound solution developed in collaboration with one of the world’s leading audio brands.
In the smartphone segment, TCL will unveil the newest products in its NXTPAPER series as it continues bringing users more natural and enhanced experiences with the award-winning display technology optimized for human eyes.
Alongside its technologies and products, TCL continues to inspire greatness for people around the world through collaborations with some of the world’s top sporting organizations, including official partnerships with the current champions of Europe – the Spanish National Football Team – and the national teams of Italy, Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovakia. In line with its environmental and social commitments, TCL will also showcase its achievements in ESG under the ONE TCL ESG banner for the first time, giving guests the opportunity to learn more about the company’s progress in green manufacturing and the creation of a green supply chain.
More details about TCL’s participation at IFA 2024 can be found below:
TCL IFA 2024 Global Press Conference
TCL IFA 2024 Booth
Date: September 6-10, 2024
Location: Hall 21A, Messedamm Berlin, Germany
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Grannies Day photo spot at the 2nd level of SM City Masinag
This Grandparents Day, SM Malls in the East Metro invites everyone to celebrate the wisdom, love, and joy of our grandparents with a series of exciting activities. From dance fitness sessions to busking with classic songs and family-friendly dining deals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Families visiting SM City Marikina, SM City Masinag, SM City San Mateo, and SM Center Antipolo Downtown will enjoy a weekend of spending time with their grandparents—shopping, dining, and participating in various activities in the mall.
Grannies Day 2024 official poster
SM City Marikina will host a dance fitness session on Sunday, September 8 that is open for grandparents and dance enthusiasts of all ages.
Spend a fun and meaningful weekend with your grannies at the nearest SM Mall in the East Metro
SM City San Mateo is hosting the Granny’s Apo Contest on Sunday, September 8, inviting shoppers to showcase their numerous grandkids and big family. Share heartwarming stories and create unforgettable memories together.
Flex your lola’s dancing swag at SM City Marikina’s Zumba session on Sunday, September 8
SM City Masinag will be graced by the talented saxophonist, Gerry Pineda, who will be playing classic tunes of yesteryear at the 2nd level of the mall.
Groove with grannies on Saturday, September 7 at SM City San Mateo’s Dynamic Wellness Session
Saxophonist Gerry Pineda will serenade grannies and their families on Sunday, September 8 at SM City Masinag
Don’t miss out on these exciting activities and make this Grandparents Day truly memorable. Visit your nearest SM mall in the East Metro and join the celebration!
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Leading global smart device brand OPPO is set to unveil its strongest and fastest A Series device yet this month. The new OPPO A3 will be available nationwide in all authorized OPPO stores starting September 13.
The OPPO A3 is another testament to the A Series’ standard-setting durability and reliability, proving to many Filipinos why #OPPOLangSakalam when it comes to great value for money and everyday use.
The OPPO A3 is engineered with Military-Grade Shock Resistance, ensuring it can withstand bumps of everyday life, including accidental falls from as high as 1.6 meters. The smartphone also received a 5-star rating from the performance test conducted by SGS, putting users’ minds at ease should their phones fall off their hands or pockets while going about their day.
Under the hood, the OPPO A3 is powered by the Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 1 Mobile Platform, designed to deliver a smooth and responsive gaming experience. Casual gamers will appreciate the lag-free performance, allowing them to enjoy their favorite games. Prompting attacks on your enemies and claiming victory is made possible with OPPO A3’s superb chipset that provides clear visuals and seamless gameplay.
Filipinos who love to take photos every chance they get will find a lot to love with the OPPO A3’s 50MP Ultra-Clear Main Camera and 5MP Front Camera. This fantastic camera set-up will capture every detail with exceptional clarity, making it perfect for taking breathtaking landscapes or detailed close-ups.
Battery anxiety is a thing of the past with the OPPO A3’s powerful 5,100mAh Battery and 45W SUPERVOOC™️ Flash Charge technology. This feature allows you to quickly charge your device for as fast as 10 minutes for a 19% battery top up. Gamers will also feel the power of its battery when they realize how much time they’ve been playing – the robust battery of the OPPO A3 is able to be fully charged for just 85 minutes, providing continuous fun.
Prepare to experience the power of OPPO’s strongest and fastest A Series smartphone in just a few more days! On September 13, the OPPO A3 will be widely available in the Philippines in two colorways – Starry Purple and Sparkle Black at a starting price of Php 8,999 for the 6GB+128GB variant. The sleek Starlight White of the OPPO A3 is set to follow soon.
Those who can’t wait to get their hands on the OPPO A3 can now order via OPPO’s official Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok channels.
For more updates on the upcoming nationwide launch of the OPPO A3, visit OPPO’s official website at www.oppo.com.ph/ or OPPO Philippines’ official Facebook page.
And this was more evident during the Grand Finals of one of the longest running top notch singing and songwriting competition in the country, now in its fourth season, “Your Song of Excellence: Duo Legacy,” held today at Market! Market! in Taguig City, which was hosted by Nicole Asensio, herself a multi-awarded singer-songwriter, and an accomplished host and theater actress.
Unlike the previous seasons of “Your Song of Excellence,” this year’s format involved singing-songwriting duos battling it out with other pairs from all over the country, who gave their all during the audition, preliminaries, the semifinal stages and ultimately, the grand finale, where three duos were chosen.
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During the grand finals, each duo was given the herculean task of performing two full songs—a Taiwan Excellence Jingle and a Taiwan Excellence Core Value Song, with a maximum length of 3 minutes and 30 seconds.
The Taiwan Excellence Jingle should make use of the words “Taiwan Excellence” and the “The Best Made in Taiwan.” For the second song, the mentor-judges and their Duo Grand Finalist must choose one of the core values of Taiwan Excellence—innovation, interesting, sustainability, global quality—and make that core value as the theme for their song.
The competition leading up to the grand finals was tough and arduous. Finally, the Top 3 singing duos duked it out for one last time on August 31, 2024 to determine the winner. The task of choosing only one winner out of the three grand finalists proved to be even tougher for the judge-mentors, celebrity judges Yeng Constantino, the country’s pop rock royalty, multi-awarded singer-songwriter, Ice Seguerra, multi-awarded singer-songwriter, actor, TV host and producer, Paulo Zarate, multi-awarded music producer and songwriter, and Kean Cipriano, multi-awarded singer-songwriter, music producer, and the newest member of the judging and mentoring panel.
But there can only be one grand winner.
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When the smoke of battle had cleared, it was Mandarhyme Duo, composed of Rusty Loayon and Janine Loayon, who prevailed and won a whopping P300,000 as the Grand Winner.
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First Runner Up was Haranajeeb Duo, composed of Khen Aldovino and Nephtali Fajardo, who took home P200,000, while The Unexpected Duo, composed of Vench Larenas and Renz Salazar went home with P100,000 as the Second Runner Up.
But more importantly, the crowd that packed the venue, composed of supporters and weekend crowd, all cheered on each of the excellent performances of the grand finalists, proving once again that excellence in the art of singing is something that Filipinos and the Philippines can be truly proud of.
The “Your Song of Excellence: Duo Legacy” was made even more spectacular and meaningful with the presence of officials from event organizer Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) namely, Mr. Brian Lee, Executive Director of Strategic Marketing Department of TAITRA and Mr. Alex Lai, Director of Taiwan Trade Center Manila, and officials from the Taiwan Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in the Philippines, led by Mr. Wallace Chow, Ambassador of TECO in the Philippines, and Ms. Josephine Shun, Director of Economic Division, TECO Philippines.
“Legacies are better built by strong partnerships. And the “Your Song of Excellence – Duo Legacy” is a perfect example of how partnerships can be life-changing. This competition not only showcases the incredible talent of Filipino singers and songwriters but also highlights the shared passion for music between the Philippines and Taiwan,” says Brian Lee, Executive Director of Strategic Marketing Department of TAITRA.
Lee also expressed pride in TAITRA's role in launching this event, adding, "We are particularly proud to have introduced this celebration of musical excellence to the Philippines. Alongside this, we are equally dedicated to promoting Taiwan's finest innovations through the Taiwan Excellence initiative, which represents the pinnacle of Taiwanese ingenuity. Just as music unites and inspires, Taiwan Excellence products aim to elevate everyday experiences, contributing to a legacy of innovation that we are eager to share with the world."
He also thanked Derma Angel, the event’s Premier Partner, and major partners Acer, Aorus, AOpen, Asus, DLink, Gigabyte, Kymco, MSI Gaming, PC Express, Republic of Gamers, Tatung, and Xyzel. “We are extremely grateful for your belief in our purpose.
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“The Taiwan Economic and Cultural Office is honored to be part of this day’s showcase of Filipino world-class talent and admirable passion for music. World-class and Passion -- two notable values that are evident in both the Filipinos and the Taiwanese. Knowing that to build a legacy of excellence on the global stage, there must be a harmony of hard work, discipline, care, and innovative thinking,” explains Wallace Chow, Ambassador of TECO in the Philippines.
Chow said the momentous event also presents the influential power of partnerships, making a duo legacy a better legacy. “Taiwan and the Philippines have been in a duo, creating and inspiring legacies for many generations in various aspects of social, economic, cultural, and environmental purposes. And that has to be celebrated in music filled with stories of strengthened collaborations,” adds Chow.
“We believe that this nationwide singing and songwriting contest is just one of the many ways of Taiwan Excellence, graciously mounted by TAITRA, that there will always be opportunities offered, to be taken, to work hard for, and to win,” Chow concluded.
“Your Song of Excellence: Duo Legacy” is presented by premier partner Derma Angel, together with major partners Acer, Aorus, AOpen, Asus, DLink, Gigabyte, Kymco, MSI Gaming, PC Express, Republic of Gamers, Tatung, and Xyzel.
Watch the livestream of “Your Song Of Excellence: Duo Legacy” right here https://www.facebook.com/share/v/6q5rmdn2uhwz5WTA/
Don’t forget to like and follow Taiwan Excellence page:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/TaiwanExcellence.ph
IG: @taiwanexcellence_ph
As the calendar flips to September, the Philippines starts to buzz with the early signs of the holiday season. Christmas carols play softly in the background, and festive decorations begin to emerge. At SM Foodcourt in SM City Grand Central, the holiday spirit comes alive with a delightful array of dishes that make every meal feel like a celebration. Whether it’s a casual catch-up with friends or a family reunion, SM Foodcourt is the perfect place to kickstart your holiday festivities.
Mr. Kimbob leads the way with its comforting Korean dishes. Their Classic Kimchi Beef Fried Rice is a must-try, offering a savory, tangy kick that warms you up from the inside out. Pair it with their famous bibimbap, a colorful and nutritious meal that is as visually pleasing as it is delicious.
For those who crave the taste of the ocean, Sea Shack delivers with its delightful seafood platters. The tasty tuna, tender squid, and other delights, all seasoned to perfection, bring the flavors of the sea straight to your plate, offering a festive way to enjoy fresh seafood with family and friends.
Nothing says ‘celebration’ quite like a sizzling hot plate of steak, and that is exactly what Sizzling Plate offers. Their juicy, tender steaks are cooked to perfection and served with a side of rice and buttered vegetables.
Meanwhile, Lechon Belly Kitchen brings a taste of Filipino fiesta right to your table with its perfectly roasted lechon belly. A taste of tradition that’s synonymous with celebration in every Filipino household, this dish promises to turn any meal into a grand feast. Shoppers may also try Kain’s famous Lechon Bagnet and Grilled Liempo, along with Angus Pares’ Mami. Don’t miss Natividad by Kamay Kainan’s must-try Fried Hito and Tilapia, available at SM Foodcourt.
Liberty Wings brings a fun twist with its flavorful chicken wings. Try their buffalo wings for a spicy kick, or opt for the honey garlic for a sweet and savory treat. Foodies can also explore the taste of Ramen Menzo, where traditional ramen dishes get a festive flair.
No holiday feast would be complete without a taste of traditional Chinese cuisine. David’s Tea House Express brings the authentic taste of Chinese cuisines to the table. Their dim sum, dumplings, buns, and rolls offer a little bit of everything. Don’t miss their fried squid with salt and pepper—a standout dish you must try.
So, as the first notes of “Jingle Bells” start to play, remember that the true joy of the holiday season begins with great food and even greater company. Celebrate at SM Foodcourt, where every meal is a reason to smile and every bite is a taste of happiness.
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Luminisce, the leader in skin care and wellness, proudly introduces the Teoxane Glowing Lift to its array of advanced aesthetic treatments. This revolutionary dermal filler, developed by the renowned Teoxane Laboratories, offers a non-surgical solution for facelift and contour enhancement, restoring youthful radiance and lifting facial contours with cutting-edge hyaluronic acid technology.
(L-R) GCash data privacy officer Atty. Rob Real, chief transformation officer Ron Testa, head of data enablement Marah Dimasupil, guest speaker Dr. Ben Teehankee, GCash analytics steward on AI ethics Jannelle Molina.
Building trust in fintech through ethical AI and responsible innovation highlighted in GCash’s AI Ethics roadshow
As artificial intelligence (AI) takes the world by storm, its widespread use has brought about questions on ethics, transparency, and existential risk, especially in the financial technology landscape. To create safe and secure AI products, fintech institutions are urged to address the urgent demand to implement ethical considerations and responsible AI systems. This means requiring thoughtful, human-centered design to enhance data privacy and security, transparency, accountability, human oversight, and fairness at the forefront of AI advancement.
With responsible finance at its core, GCash underscores the importance of upholding these values as it revolutionizes the financial sector through the launch of its AI Ethics roadshow as part of its GCash Good Data for Good initiative. In line with its mission to champion inclusive finance, this initiative is aimed at effectively utilizing AI within its organization and across the fintech space to create a financial future that fosters an ethical climate along with inclusivity and security, ultimately fostering a collaborative ripple of positive change for millions of Filipinos.
“AI is a valuable tool for financial innovation, but it must be developed and implemented with fairness, transparency, and robust data security measures in place. This initiative is one of GCash’s conscious efforts to align AI with a moral compass, human values, fairness, transparency, and accountability, which we treat as an urgent matter that impacts human lives, society, and the environment,” says GCash chief data officer Sara Venturina.
To further embrace the AI revolution, lead with vision and integrity, and confidently navigate the future of fintech, the roadshow consisted of a series of talks and online training sessions for GCash employees and its partners who play significant roles in achieving its financial inclusion pursuit. Moreover, this program ensures workforce development, nurturing a culture of ethical excellence, adaptability, resilience, and innovation.
As part of its commitment to promoting ethical AI practices, GCash is a proud member of the AI Verify Foundation, a global community that convenes AI owners, solution providers, users, and policymakers to build trustworthy AI systems. This membership underscores GCash’s dedication to Responsible AI, allowing the company to benchmark its efforts against global standards and further solidify its stance on ethical AI integration.
In addition, the GCash Data for Good also reflects the organization’s commitment to promoting an ethical data-driven climate within the fintech community. This includes bolstering its credibility in data management and advancing the integration of AI into GCash’s AI-powered in-app features including its newest innovations such as GScore AI calculates users’ creditworthiness and loan eligibility based on their daily app usage, removing the need for forms or additional documents, Hyper-personalized ads, and GCoach AI which is an in-app guide that uses generative AI to educate users on spending, saving, and growing their money.
Likewise, through this initiative, GCash enhances not only its transparent AI decision-making process, coupled with human oversight to ensure they are steeped in ethical considerations that prioritize the welfare of its users but also its risk management by proactively mitigating potential future risks stemming from data mishandling or the deployment of biased AI models.
“At GCash, we see the rise of AI as an opportunity to explore this next great frontier where the boundaries between business growth and higher purpose are merging into one, where doing good really is good for business,” says GCash head for data enablement Marah Dimasupil.
As the largest digital ecosystem in the country, GCash continues to stand at the forefront of responsible, fair, and ethical AI usage to help build the financial progress of Filipinos through secure, accessible, and innovative financial solutions.
For more information, visit https://www.gcash.com
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