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Tuesday, August 24, 2021
In an effort to reduce travels and keep activities to only the essentials, GCash Padala allows senders to save time and effort from physically going to remittance centers, giving them the option to do all this through their mobile phones.
While GCash Padala boasts one of the lowest remittance rates, charging up to as low as a 1% remittance fee with a minimum send of P500, in an effort to extend much needed help and alleviate today’s Filipino of worrying to go out of their homes this ECQ, GCash is waiving all Padala fees until September 15, 2021.
“We hope our new service brings more Filipinos the ease and convenience of sending money during this ECQ,” said Winsley Bangit, GCash Chief Customer Officer. “GCash Padala aims to make everything Pinabilis, Pinamura, at Pinadali for users and recipients alike. Hopefully, this also encourages those who are still reluctant to use financial technology to download the GCash app and experience the convenience and ease it continues to bring many Filipinos here and around the world.”
For a recipient to claim the transaction, they just need to present one valid ID at any of the 17,000 GCash Padala partners located nationwide. These partners include Posible, Go VIP Center, Tambunting, Panalo Express, True Money, Express Pay, and local authorized “pera outlet” sari-sari stores too.The claiming process is made easier and more convenient to also prevent recipients from spending too much time outdoors.
To access the service, the sender logs into the GCash app, selects “Send Money,” and taps the “GCash Padala” option. A user interface pops up next where the sender will key in the intended recipient’s full name, mobile number, and the amount of money to be sent.
GCash Link: https://go.gcash.com/padala
GCash Website: https://www.gcash.com/services/padala
GCash List of Partners: https://www.gcash.com/partners/padala
Despite his age, Lolo Pops, a small business owner from Angeles City, still works hard to earn money. At 73 years old, Lolo Pops may be a bit weaker
and hard of hearing, but the sprightly man still insists on managing his shop. Together with his son Angelo, Lolo Pops runs a small online store selling pastillas, polvoron, and other local goods.
Lolo Pops, who is something of a local celebrity in Angeles City, was a former street vendor and enjoyed a steady stream of customers, thanks to residents who used to be sukis when they were school children. However, as the pandemic set in last year, business slowed down. Lolo Pops did not give up, citing his wife as his source of strength. With the help of one of his sukis, Lolo Pops and Angelo decided to take their business online to reach more customers.
Since onboarding on Shopee over a year ago, Lolo Pops was able to sell homemade goodies, including new products such as bagoong and chili garlic, to Filipinos nationwide. Although they initially struggled to adapt to new tools and technologies, Lolo Pops and Angelo found success. They also consider being able to take their business online a blessing since Lolo Pops is now too weak to go out too much, especially during the pandemic.
For the father-and-son duo, selling on Shopee has been a big help. They were able to leave their ramshackle house and start building a new one in Bulacan with their earnings, a far-off dream that Lolo Pops never thought would come true. “Hindi namin inakala na makakapagpatayo kami ng bahay sa ganitong panahon. Dati ay pangarap lang namin ito. Nagpapasalamat kami ngayong natutupad na ito dahil sa pag-asenso namin sa Shopee,” he shared.
Although it took a while since they also had to cover daily expenses, Lolo Pops made sure to save bit by bit for his dream house every few months. “Kung ano ang sobra, inilalaan namin sa pagpagawa ng bahay. May mga araw o linggo na hindi ganoon kalakas ang benta, pero nagtatabi talaga kami. Awa ng Diyos ay sana makalipat na kami bago matapos ang taon.” Now, as the construction nears completion, Lolo Pops remains in awe of how much his humble business has grown on Shopee and feels excited to finally see the fruits of his hard work.
Inspired by Lolo Pops’ story of hard work, Shopee partnered with Appliance Hub, Firefly, Gaviscon, Globe, Strepsils, Sustagen, and Unilab to surprise Lolo Pops and his family with a few gifts and essentials for their new home. They got a new laptop, phone, and router to use for the online shop; multivitamins and protective masks to keep the whole family safe and healthy; and a speed fan to keep their new home well-ventilated. To help the family as they try to save enough money to finish building the house, Shopee also donated biscuits, coffee, and other groceries.
“Malaking bagay ito para sa amin. Dahil sa Shopee, may sumusuporta sa akin, maraming tumutulong sa akin. Ngayong pandemic, marami tayong ika nga ay mga problema. Pero walang imposible kay Lord. Habang nabubuhay ang tao, tuloy ang pag-asa,” Lolo Pops said.
Watch Lolo Pops’ journey with Shopee over the past year here. Visit Shopee Philippines on Facebook and Youtube, and Shopee Cares on Facebook.
Support Lolo Pops’ small online business here: https://shopee.ph/lolopopsph.
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
Monday, August 23, 2021
In compliance with the IATF-EID guidelines for a safe dining experience, SM City Marilao makes dine in experience fun and convenient with Bike and Dine.
The new outdoor dining concept of the mall is a first in the province of Bulacan that allows cyclists to enjoy their favorite meals while their bikes are conveniently parked near them. Bike and Dine is equipped with customized bike racks that serve as dining tables for a hassle-free dine in experience that cyclists can enjoy.
“More and more Filipino commuters have turned to biking as mode of transportation during pandemic” shares SM City Marilao Mall Manager Engr. Emmanuel Gatmaitan. “With our Bike and Dine, customer have one less thing to worry about when it comes to bike parking and outdoor dine-in safety” Engr. Gatmaitan added.
Apart from the new outdoor dining concept, SM City Marilao’s Bike and Dine is also equipped with a mobile repair station that included bike pump and tools necessary to perform basic bike repairs and maintenance, from changing flat tire to adjusting brakes and derailleurs.
Bike riding customers who wish to visit are strictly advised to follow health protocols by wearing face masks, and face shields, and practicing social distancing.
DITO Telecommunity, the newest telco player in the country, supports the Philippines’ growing mobile gaming community as the official telco partner of realme Mobile Legends Cup Season 4.
The realme Cup (RMC), one of the country’s largest e-sports tournaments, has been attracting thousands of players from all over the country since it was first launched in 2018. Established to provide a venue for amateur gamers to develop their skills, this year’s tournament offers up to ₱500,000 worth of prizes.
“DITO Telecommunity is excited to be part of this year’s realme Cup. We have seen the competition get bigger each year, which reflects how much the local gaming telecommunity continues to expand. With the goal of empowering Filipinos through stronger connectivity, DITO continues to support different telecommunities in pursuing their passions. By empowering our Filipino gamers, we can continue to see the country become a key gaming hub in Southeast Asia,” said Jasper Evangelista, DITO’s Brand and Marketing Director.
The preliminary games started earlier in June, and also featured various schools competing for the first RMC Campus Invasion ML Cup, where the grand prize winners will receive ₱50,000 cash prize, while the second and third prize winners will get ₱20,000 and ₱10,000 worth of prizes.
The championship games will be held on August 26, with surprise guests competing in a celebrity showdown. To watch the livestream of the competitions, visit realme’s Facebook page . Get more inside scoops about the cup at the DITO Telecommunity Facebook page.
Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, invites all Filipinos to enjoy the start of the year-end shopping season and the best entertainment at the action-packed 9.9 Super Shopping Day TV Special. This September 9, 9:30 PM, viewers can tune in to GMA 7 and Shopee Live to catch exclusive performances from K-Pop girl group TWICE!
TWICE is one of South Korea’s most successful K-Pop acts today, with hits such as Alcohol-Free, Feel Special, and What is Love. Members of ONCE, the official TWICE fandom, can look forward to seeing their favorite idols’ stunning visuals. Even non-fans will enjoy the group’s perfectly choreographed performances.
Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines said, “We’re thrilled to have the popular K-Pop group TWICE on board as our headline performer at the Shopee 9.9 Super Shopping Day TV Special. We’ve prepared a truly action-packed program, so we invite all Filipinos to look forward with joy and excitement as TWICE joins Shopee in celebrating the start of the year-end shopping season. We also encourage users to add to cart while watching, so they don’t miss out on all the great deals.”
Aside from much-anticipated song and dance numbers from the group, here are a couple of exciting teasers on what to expect during the 9.9 Super Shopping Day TV Special:
Shopee Brand Ambassador Kris Aquino returns to host Shopee Quiz
After her stint as the game master of Shopee Quiz during the 8.8 Mega Flash Sale TV Special, Shopee brand ambassador Kris Aquino returns for another thrilling round of the game with fans.
Millions worth of prizes and other giveaways
Users can tune in for several chances to win millions worth of cash prizes and giveaways. Two lucky viewers each get to win a house and lot.
Viewers should stay tuned for more announcements in the coming weeks. Find out more about 9.9 Super Shopping Day here: https://shopee.ph/m/99.
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
Friday, August 20, 2021
Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, encourages more Filipinos to get vaccinated through its #FullyVaxxed initiatives. To further encourage the community to get both doses of the vaccine, Shopee is offering an exclusive discount to those who are not yet Shopee users. New Shopee users* can enjoy a 100% discount** on their first online purchase with the code: FULLYVAXXED, and fully vaccinated individuals can look forward to an exclusive digital bundle when they sign up on the #FullyVaxxed microsite.
During the first half of the year, many Filipinos were hesitant to get vaccinated due to several factors. Still, recent reports show a rise in the number of Filipinos getting vaccinated, with over 28 million doses given. Through Shopee Bayanihan, Shopee launched several vaccination-related initiatives such as Resbakuna: Kasangga ng Bida education campaign in partnership with the Department of Health and Shopee Vaccination Center Support with select local government units.
New To Shopee?
Until September 26, 2021, new Shopee users can use the voucher code FULLYVAXXED to enjoy 100% off, ₱50 cap, minimum spend of ₱50. Here are the steps on how to use the FULLYVAXXED voucher:
Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
Sign up for a Shopee account.
Input the code FULLYVAXXED on the checkout page of your first purchase.
#FullyVaxxed Package
Fully Vaxxed users can get even more exclusive discounts with the #FullyVaxxed Package. The exclusive digital package includes free shipping and discount vouchers from Shopee and discount vouchers from brands such as Hygienix, Maxi-Peel, SkinWhite, Splash Personal Care, Johnson & Johnson, SC Johnson, Airqueen Philippines, Colgate-Palmolive, New Balance, and Sakura Filters. To avail of the Shopee #FullyVaxxed Package, visit the microsite (https://shopee.ph/m/
Shop, load, and pay bills with ShopeePay. Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
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