Tuesday, September 22, 2020

 




September 2020, Philippines - Global smart device brand OPPO recently launched their latest Reno4, alongside a collaboration with indie music label Careless Music Manila: a song entitled #ClearlyTheBestYou. The song and its accompanying music video with their artists Nadine Lustre, Astrokidd, KINGwAw, Massiah and Curtismith feature a catchy beat and lyrics encouraging Filipinos to confidently express themselves.


In line with this, OPPO Philippines and Careless Music Manila are giving lucky Tiktokers a chance to appear in a fan-submitted music video, win OPPO Enco W11 wireless earphones or take home an OPPO Reno4 as grand prize through the #ClearlyTheBestYouDanceChallenge. From September 21 to October 5, users can upload their own take on the fun track using the hashtag #ClearlyTheBestYouDanceChallenge, and show just how creative they are, with unique dance moves, additional props or costumes, and effects or gimmicks found on the app. The most eye-catching video will be handpicked by Careless Music Manila to bring home the new Reno4.


Mechanics:

  1. Follow @oppo.philippines on Tiktok

  2. Upload your video showing your best moves to “Clearly The Best You” by Careless Music Manila, with the hashtag #ClearlyTheBestYouDanceChallenge

  3. The most creative video will win the new OPPO Reno4, while other lucky winners will take home OPPO Enco W11 and appear in the fan-submitted music video for Clearly The Best You by Careless Music Manila.

So you can show off #ClearlyTheBestYou, the OPPO Reno4 is packed with the trendiest camera features to take portrait photography and videography to the next level, including the 32MP Dual Punch Hole Front Camera and the 48MP High Definition QuadCamera system. Ideal for content creation, the Reno4’s camera modes open up realms of possibilities with the AI Portrait Mode, which mutes the background into black and white while keeping the subject in real color, and the Night Flair Mode to upgrade your night photography with neon effects against a backdrop. Finally, with video platforms being all the rage, Reno4’s camera comes with an epic 960fps AI Slow Motion feature to capture impressive slow motion shots in the thick of the action, as well as the Ultra Steady Video 3.0 to enhance your videography experience.


The OPPO #ClearlyTheBestYou Tiktok challenge will run until October 5, 2020. For more information, follow @oppo.philippines on Tiktok and visit their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/OPPOPH/.









The zero-waste program introduced NutriAsia’s BYOB stores, where customers can refill condiments and cooking oil using reusable containers.









[MANILA, PHILIPPINES] – NutriAsia, the leading condiments manufacturer and distributor in the Philippines, was named as a Bronze Stevie® Award winner at the 17th Annual International Business Awards®.




The International Business Awards are the world’s premier business awards program. All individuals and organizations worldwide – public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large and small - are eligible to submit nominations. The 2020 IBAs received entries from organizations in 63 nations and territories.




More than 3,800 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of categories, including Company of the Year, Marketing Campaign of the Year, Best New Product or Service of the Year, Startup of the Year, Corporate Social Responsibility Program of the Year, and Executive of the Year, among others. This year’s competition also featured a number of free-to-enter categories to recognize organizations’ and individuals’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic.




NutriAsia entered its 2019 “Bring Your Own Bote” (BYOB) Campaign under the competition’s Corporate Responsibility Communications or PR Campaign/Program of the Year category. Launched on July 30, 2019, it pushed the company’s zero-waste advocacy by launching BYOB Stores in Metro Manila.




The first store was established at The Mind Museum in Bonifacio Global City. Explicitly designed to be an eco-friendly space, the BYOB Store was half-built with walls made of glass, so the public can see the refill process, while the other half is made out of eco-bricks which include shredded used plastic as a component.




Serving as both a refilling and selling station, the BYOB Store encouraged consumers to bring their own reusable containers to stock up on their condiments such as vinegar, soy sauce, catsup, and cooking oil. All products were sold at prices lower than packaged counterparts in the market. BYOB also served as a drop-off point for recyclable plastics, which will be repurposed into school furnishings for its beneficiary school.




The first BYOB Store was originally slated to end its operations in September 2019, but due to popular demand, it became a permanent set-up on the location and has since been officially made into the first
NutriAsia, the Philippines’ leading condiments manufacturer and distributor, is set to receive their Bronze Stevie® Award winner from the 17th Annual International Business Awards® this December. The brand’s 2019 campaign “Bring Your Own Bote” (BYOB) Campaign was recognized as one of the best Corporate Responsibility Communications or PR Campaigns/Programs in the world for its innovative take on reducing waste by refilling reusable bottles with condiments.



NutriAsia BYOB branch. Following social distancing protocols for COVID-19 prevention, the NutriAsia BYOB Store in BGC has added new innovations to better serve customers during this time. An online order form via https://cdn.jotfor.ms/nai.byob/orderform as well as cashless payments via GCash and BPI are currently in place to reduce physical contact during transactions.





In February 2020, a second branch in Quezon City was set up in partnership with the local government unit (LGU).




So far, as of March 2020, the BYOB campaign has already refilled more than 2,000 bottles of condiments and collected 1,000 kilos of plastics for repurposing. NutriAsia says it is receiving more inquiries from other local government units and private entities that want to put up their own BYOB stores.




As the ongoing COVID-19 crisis will prevent winners from receiving their awards on stage during a traditional gala IBA banquet, winners will be celebrated instead during a virtual ceremony on Tuesday, 1 December.












Tanauan, Batangas—September 21,2020— While motorists are all expected to follow standard traffic rules and regulations, such as following traffic signs, obeying traffic lights, driving while intoxicated, texting and driving, to name a few, there are many unwritten dos and don'ts of the road that drivers are expected to be familiar with such as practicing road courtesy, slowing down when approaching intersections and pedestrian crossings even if there is no one crossing. These are standard road safety precautions drivers and even non-drivers must know.




On the other hand, for motorcycle riders, road rules may apply differently and may have different rules and regulations for them exclusively. These unwritten road rules are not specific laws requiring bikers to follow but habits that they need to integrate to improve riding practices to stay safe.




These unwritten rules also show motorcycle riders' culture and practices that show their respect for their community and their love for motorcycles. Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the No.1 motorcycle manufacturer in the country, shares some unwritten motorcycle road rules for riders to create better experiences1.




Know Your Motorcycle Language. When riding, riders cannot talk to their passenger since they need to wear full-face helmets and, in these times, face masks as well. Through the years, motorcycle riders began developing their form of sign language to communicate with each other while riding or at stoplights.



If you are a first-time rider, you may notice other riders in front of you waving to get ahead or giving you a thumbs up or a peace sign at stoplights to say hello. Other riders pointing to your side stand means you forgot to disengage your side stand before moving off, which may cause serious accident. This form of communication helps riders signal each other and an excellent way to form camaraderie, as well.



Road Courtesy is for Everyone – Even Bikers. Always practice defensive driving and make sure other cars and motorcycles have plenty of room to ride on the road. Do not hesitate to signal them to get ahead of you or only letting them pass by. Despite the tempting speed and enjoyment motorcycles offer, always remember that you are not the only rider on the road.



Do Not Drive Angry or in a Hurry. Safety first should always be your concern. Driving when emotional or upset or in a hurry, puts you and others at risk. One of the most tempting factors when riding motorcycles is the speed and adrenaline it gives to the riders. Avoid the temptation of indulging that adrenaline rush. It is always better to be safe than sorry.




Leave Enough Room When Parking. Motorcycles are not like cars that occupy a great deal of space on a parking slot. Still, parking it improperly can be inconsiderate to others. When you park your bike, make sure that you leave other riders enough space to park next to you or room to mount on their motorbikes. One of the motorcycle community's unique things is that riders respect and understand each other's needs. Hence, they work together to satisfy it.




See A Rider Needing Assistance? Stop. Motorcycle riders pride themselves on being a community that shares the joy of mobility that their motorcycles give them. When you see a motorcycle rider at the side of the street needing help on his bike, give him the kindness of sparing some of your time to fix his bike and get back on the road.




One day, you will be the one on the side of the road, looking for help from a fellow rider. No one knows motorcycles better than bikers themselves. Do not let the joy of mobility stop on your end, and make sure that everyone who wants a piece of that passion gets their share.




These unwritten rules are only five of the many more that give riders an unforgettable riding experience. What better way to experience the joy of mobility provided by motorcycles than with a bike that not only makes you stand out on the road with innovative features but also lets you experience the camaraderie of the community.




The All-New AirBlade150 is a stylish motorcycle that boasts of its powerful 150cc SOHC liquid-cooled engine for prime acceleration superiority in stop-and-go situations.




The All-New AirBlade150 also has Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) which prevent wheels from locking up, All-LED Lighting System including headlight, position light and tail light for excellent road illumination, and Smart Key with Answer Back System & Anti-Theft Alarm.




It also includes a spacious 22.7L Utility Box that can accommodate helmet with enough room for personal belongings with a Power Socket and LED Lamp inside. It also has a Digital Meter Panel that keeps track of your riding with an easy-to-read display system, Park Brake Lock that gives added safety and convenience when on a standstill, and it has a fuel efficiency rating of 47 kilometers per liter.




The All-New AirBlade150 comes in three awesome colors: Matte Galaxy Black Metallic, Candy Caribbean Blue Sea, and Candy Ross Red. It is available at all of Honda's dealerships with a suggested retail price of PHP109,000.



There is nothing to fear when entering into the new adventure of riding, especially with HPI's The All-New AirBlade150 being only one of its variety of motorcycles that's in line with their "ONE DREAM" campaign, which aims to fulfill the dreams of Filipino riders through the joy of mobility.




Explore more from Honda and its wide array of motorcycles. For more details about Honda products and promos, visit our website www.hondaph.com and follow our Facebook page, Honda Philippines, Inc. and Instagram, @hondaph_mc. You can also contact us through our landline number, (02)-8581-6700 to 6799 and mobile number, 0917-884-6632.



Looking to experience the motorcycle community and joy of mobility for the first time but cannot find the best bike for you? Watch out for our next article about the best motorbikes for beginners.

Monday, September 21, 2020






 [Sept. 21, 2020] Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. is about to transform every subscriber’s digital routine into a simple, easy, and smart experience with the launch of the new GigaLife App.


Now downloadable for free on Google Play and the App Store, the GigaLife App is available to Smart Prepaid and TNT subscribers, and will soon be available to Smart Postpaid users.


“Since we launched the ‘Simple, Smart Ako’ campaign this year, our approach has been about simplifying things for our customers. The new GigaLife App is a major component to achieve a simpler, easier, and smarter life as we navigate the new normal and become even more dependent on technology for our daily needs,” said Alfredo S. Panlilio, Smart President and CEO and PLDT Chief Revenue Officer.


“The GigaLife App is a portal for our subscribers to experience the GIGA life. It’s a door that opens to an enhanced digital experience with just a few taps on their smartphone,” added Jane J. Basas, SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business at Smart.

 

Simple, Easy, and Smart

 

As mobile users rely on their smartphone to help them in their daily life, the GigaLife App aims to gives subscribers a simple, easy, and smart way to manage their digital activities through convenient features —from balance and account details inquiry, promo and add-on registration, account reloading, viewing of billing statement, bills payment, and reward points redemption.


The app also sports a user-friendly dashboard that enables subscribers to monitor data usage, manage consumption, quick and hassle-free login with the option to use biometrics, the ability to link and manage multiple Smart accounts, app-exclusive promos and discounts, and convenient reloading and payments through debit, credit cards, and PayMaya. Aside from these features, Smart users may also expect more enhancements, exclusive offers, and perks soon.

 

Smart GigaFest Virtual Concert on Sept. 26


The unveiling of GigaLife App coincides with the month-long Smart GigaFest celebrations to to give back to subscribers all over the country.



To celebrate the new the GigaLife App, Smart is bringing together some of the country’s top performers including Nadine Lustre, James Reid, KZ Tandingan, and Curtismith for the Smart GigaFest Virtual Concert to be streamed on Smart’s Facebook and YouTube channel on Sept. 26, Saturday, starting at 6:30 p.m.

 

Also part of the concert are insightful and entertaining side shows including ‘Workout Sessions’ with Katarina Rodriguez and Vince Velasco; ‘Relax, You Got This’ with Macoy Dubs and Dr. RJ Naguit; ‘In Style’ with Aaron Black and Kim Cruz; and ‘Smartees Play’ with Angelique Manto, Erika Rabara, John Manalo, Rammy Bitong, and Synjin Reyes.


Smart subscribers also get a chance to win the latest gadgets and other exciting prizes throughout the show.

 

Powered by the country’s fastest mobile data network


The GigaLife App is the latest innovation in Smart’s thrust to bring about life-changing experiences for subscribers, such as making mobile phones accessible to more Filipinos and pioneering groundbreaking products like Smart Load and Pasaload, and democratizing mobile Internet along with its massive 3G and 4G network expansion in the Philippines.


The GigaLife App is powered by Smart LTE, the country’s fastest mobile data network, as certified by third-party mobile internet analytics firms such as Ookla and Opensignal. Smart has also fired up its superfast Smart 5G network in key business districts of Metro Manila and Luzon to pave the way for the next generation of wireless technology in the Philippines.


For more details on Smart GigaFest and the latest Smart offers, follow Smart’s official accounts on Facebook (www.fb.com/SmartCommunications), Twitter, and Instagram (@LiveSmart).

Sunday, September 20, 2020




Viviamo Inc., maker of the Belle de Jour Power Planner, launches its 2021 products to help you journey out of this pandemic courageously.

This a year everyone will remember. As we’ve been locked in our homes, every day balancing fear and anxiety over the uncertainties brought about by a global pandemic, we hear a quiet rebellion, with some of us saying--oh this year doesn’t count, this year is cancelled, my planner is a waste. Yet in this time of great pause we really cannot deny: we are also given the choice to simply be, to get to know ourselves again, to journey deep in that space within where all is well.

Though many of our plans seem to have turned upside down, does that mean we should stop going after our goals and passions? What if we are given this pause to recalibrate, to course-correct, to redesign ourselves? And to help Filipinos continue to journey through life courageously, Viviamo, maker of the Belle de Jour (BDJ) Power Planner, launches its 2021 planner and journal collection on September 19-20, at the First Planning and Journaling Online Summit: #YouGotThis.

#YouGotThis was created because now more than ever, this message needs to be felt, and heard, and passed around. At a time when we must distance ourselves from each other to survive, we can’t ignore the human yearning to still connect--and isn’t it that the most important connection we can make, is with our Inner Selves? When we are forced to strip down to the barest of essentials, we journey deeper within, and with the help of pen and paper we begin to acknowledge our emotions, start to power through anxiety, again remember our dreams, then recommit to our goals, and in the process, rediscover the strength and power of our innermost Selves.

It is our hope that with #YouGotThis, we can help every Filipino strengthen that spark of hope within, so we can all journey on, past this pandemic, as stronger and better persons. Our hope for each Filipino is to feel and to believe that #YouGotThis. For this is the year we choose courage over fear. This is the year we choose to trust that we are still worthy of our dreams, and that with an open mind, open heart and open will--we are limitless.

And whatever your space, whatever your psyche, whatever your journaling or planning style, you want a journal or planner that can be a witness to your life. Viviamo promises a 2021 collection like no other; thoughtfully, intuitively and beautifully designed products to help you achieve whatever you desire and journey courageously through life.

Balance dreams and responsibilities with the 2021 Belle de Jour Power Planner

Viviamo’s flagship offering, the Belle de Jour Power Planner, inspires you to “Grow with the Earth”. As we experience change and chaos in the present, and even when things aren’t going to plan, there is always a silver lining—that all will eventually be well, and we are in the process of becoming whole again. Now on its 15th year, BDJ recommits to growth with a logo refresh.
The 2021 BDJ Planner features monthly narratives and worksheets to help you stay focused and connected to yourself, and motivated on your goals. Meanwhile, the weekly spreads provide enough space for your priorities, schedules, and self-care mantras.

With four beautifully designed covers, the 2021 BDJ planner is the perfect companion for whatever life phase you are going through. Whether you are in for a pause or you are slowing down, remember to journey on with your dreams and keep planning to live a meaningful life!

Live in the now with 2021 Navi Planner

Amid very trying times, we hold on to our moral compass, and we search for light. What if that light is already within? NAVI: Your Life Navigator 2021 is inspired by the steadfast beacon of light from the world’s most beautiful Lighthouses. Significant to seafarers who spend the darkest nights at sea, the lighthouse is an icon of safety, a glorious sight, as though affirming: this is the way; trust that wherever you are is where you need to be.

With travel plans on pause globally, NAVI 2021 makes it possible for travel lovers with a virtual “around the world” edition page. When wanderlust strikes, just flip through the pages of NAVI 2021 that features lighthouses from 12 different countries and the stories behind them. This will include checklists and writing prompts related to traveling.

Let NAVI 2021 inspire you to celebrate how far you’ve come, and shine the light on how much farther you want to go.

Trust and Allow life’s possibilities with 2021 Everything is Possible Planner

Feeling stuck? It happens to the best of us. The 2021 Everything is Possible Planner is the perfect reminder that right when we feel we can’t handle any more of the mess and the madness of life, when we truly commit to the journey, we will experience the breakthrough we’ve all been yearning for. And that is when we realize: each one of us is in the middle of becoming who we are meant to be.

The shards of broken glass on the cover of the 2021 Everything is Possible Planner shows us the beauty of breakthroughs. Transformation only happens when you embrace vulnerability and allow yourself to first be broken. The life you’ve always wanted is just waiting for you outside of the glass walls you built yourself. All you need is to trust and to be open to possibilities.

Find your center with 2021 Focus Journal

The Focus 2021 Journal is all about creating positive changes within yourself. These changes are meant to prepare you for life’s inevitable challenges. Quite significantly, each page of the journal is decorated with the icosahedron, a three-dimensional figure that is made of 20 triangle-shaped sides. This structure is believed to represent change and the movement and flow it creates. Said to be connected to the water—an element that adapts to the shape of the container and is both destructive and life-giving—the icosahedron channels your life force or chakra to help balance your emotions, allowing you to generate and heal.

The 2021 Focus dividers highlight powerful words that are significant to change.


Start anew with the 2021 Essentials Planner

The great thing about a new year is that you are given the chance to start with a clean slate. With the 2021 Essentials Planner you can do just that with its clean and unstructured pages specifically designated for bullet journaling or creative journaling. This year, the cover designs are influenced by Art Deco which is popular in the field of architecture. The intention of the design is to have a sleek and elegant feel.

Plan anywhere with the 2021 Petit Planner

For the on-the-go, the 2021 Petit Planner is just the perfect companion. Portable and handy, this planner allows you to give a quick overview of your plans and schedules. The neon minimalist typography on the cover is a modern and unisex.

This year, Viviamo also journeys toward sustainability. All 2021 Viviamo Planners are all Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified which means that products are made with sustainably sourced paper that were produced with responsible forestry in mind.

The Viviamo 2021 Planner Collection is here. Our circumstances may have changed, but the future belongs to all of us who journey on. Continue your courageous journey by journaling with the new collection of Viviamo available at https://go.crazyaboutpaper.com/viviamoplanners and in all major bookstores nationwide.

Saturday, September 19, 2020

 





“Smiles are always in fashion.” But clothes aren’t and it may define who you are, may make you look younger or older; obsolete or trendy. People will stare, so make it worth their while. Above all, fashion has to reflect who you are. 




Forever21 is the authority on fashion & the go-to retailer for the latest trends, styles & the hottest deals. With hundreds of branches worldwide, it has catered to the clothing needs of women around the globe through the years. And now purchasing their latest line is much more convenient through e-commerce such as Shopee.




Here are some of their hottest finds available on the platform: 








Women's Basic Cropped Hoodie can be purchased for Php 499 from its regular price of Php 929. 

Faux shearling hoodie with faux shearling lining, mineral effect, long sleeves and ribbed edges.


- Outer: 84% cotton, 16% polyester

- Lining: 100% polyester









Women's Plaid Crop Top (Cream)on other hand is available for the discounted price of Php 299 from the original Php 805 price tag. 


A woven top featuring a spaghetti strap with adjustable straps, a plaiddesign and a cropped fit.




Type: Crop Top

Sleeves: Spaghetti Strap

Features: Check/Plaid

-Material: Linen











Another steal is Women's Active Surplice Crop Top (Heather Grey) that’s slashed from Php 995 to Php 499. 


A heathered, ribbed knit athletic crop top featuring a surplice neckline, wicking fabric, and long sleeves.




Type: Tops

Sleeves: Long Sleeves

Neckline: Surplice Neck

Features: Heather

-Material: 89% polyester, 11% spandex





On most days, nothing’s more comfortable than a tee such as the Women's San Francisco Embroidered Graphic Tee (Yellow).

that’s 57% off from the regular price of Php 695. 




A knit tee featuring an embroidered "San Francisco" text chest graphic, short sleeves, and a crew neck.

100% cotton




Type: T-shirt

Sleeves: Short Sleeves

Neckline: Crew Neck

Features: Logo

-Material: 100% cotton








You better believe it. Women's Striped Flounce Crop Top (Cream)is sold at 45% off and now priced at Php499 from Php915. 


A linen crop top in a variegated stripe pattern, featuring a button-front placket, a sweetheart neckline with flirty flounce trim, shoulder straps, princess seams, and a smocked back panel. Matching bottoms available.



Shell: 100% linen 

Lining: 100% cotton 

Type: Crop Top

Features: Stripe

-Material: Linen




Better take advantage of their big discounts from their clearance sale! Visit the official Forever 21 page from the app for more exciting offers. 


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



Friday, September 18, 2020

 




ADP Pharma Corporation is celebrating its 10th year anniversary.


Milestones video: https://bit.ly/3hA7GF7


The company established its position in the pharma industry through successful endeavors in all aspects of operations. Its ambition to give Filipinos with the best helped ADP cap off each year with new product developments and partnerships.


ADP is a team of driven & passionate people, who keep themselves abreast with recent trends in the pharma industry, set with a major advantage in addressing current & future market needs in an era where value-creation for consumers is a must. 


 

Leading up to where they are now -- Ambition, Drive, and Passion are what makes them and these are what gave them a decade of rewarding their team as they reward the Filipinos with a wealth of health. 


Read more: https://bit.ly/2Hct4DX

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