DonBelle and Maine Mendoza Join Lucky Smart Subscribers for a Special Group Date

 In line with Smart’s commitment to empower subscribers with amazing experiences that go beyond connectivity, select subscribers enjoyed some rare quality time getting to know Smart ambassadors Donny Pangilinan, Belle Mariano, and Maine Mendoza in a series of meet-and-greet sessions. 

Through Smart’s Holideals promo, Donny and Belle treated fans like family last February 15 while Maine had an extended bonding session with her supporters last February 22.

 

Group date with DonBelle

 

For DonBelle fans who joined the Smart Holideals Meet-and-Greet promo, there was no better way to spend the love month than with the country’s most-sought after on-screen loveteam.

 

Ten lucky fans—who also participated in getting-to-know games moderated by Rammy Bitong— went all out to prepare personalized gifts for DonBelle and even sang Happy Birthday for Donny who celebrated his birthday last February 10.

 

The event also saw DonBelle interacting with each subscriber, taking time to truly talk to each of them about their own personal experiences, and even making video calls for their friends. The winners did not just have their photos with DonBelle taken but were also able to share their stories with the loveteam, who in turn reminisced about their career and personal journey through the years.

“We really enjoyed spending time with you guys. Thank you for coming out here. We know marami rin kayongagenda sa buhay or pinagdadaanan but you still showed up for us," said Donny.

 

"Belle and I would not be here without you guys. We consider you guys family. We just hope we all could all continue to lift each other up and spread positivity. Thank you, guys. We love you so much. Thank you, Smart, for this opportunity,” he added.

 

For her part, Belle said, “It’s rare that we get to have this kind of interaction with you na talagang very intimate. You know so much about us so it’s really nice to have this opportunity for us to know more about you.”

 

She also echoed Donny’s sentiments by saying, “I agree with Donny na tayong lahat, marami tayongpinagdadaanan but despite all that, we have each other to lift each other up. We have different fan groups but it’s nice that we can create a community and grow together as a family and this event does just that. To our Smart family, thank you so much for doing this. We truly appreciate this!”

 

The supporters took time to do a group video about the event to collectively thank Smart: “We weren’t expecting this meet-and-greet to be this personal. Thank you so much to Smart!”

 

A trip down memory lane with Maine

 

On the other hand, Maine Mendoza immediately took off from her noontime show to surprise nine lucky Smart subscribers having lunch at a restaurant in Quezon City. The fans were in knee-deep conversation with P-Pop Daydream member Denise Silva, hosting the event and reminiscing about Maine’s colorful career.

 

Among them is 36-year-old Elvira Abad, who traveled all the way from Meycauayan, Bulacan to interact with her idol. Elvira has been a Smart subscriber since 2015. “Very relatable siya nung nag-start pa lang siya sa showbiz. As a fellow introvert, medyo naka-relate ako sa part na ‘yun,” Elvira shared.

 

Another lucky Smart subscriber for 21 years, 52-year-old Leonora Aquino from Navotas, said that like Maine, Smart makes her life easier, especially in her work at school. “As a teacher, ginagamit ko ‘yung PowerAll for my school presentations. Hindi ko na dinadala ang laptop ko; ini-screen mirror ko na lang siya kapag walang Wi-Fi sa school. Ginagamit ko ‘yung mobile data para magpanood ng educational YouTube videos sa klase,” Leonora shared.

 

Meanwhile, Mary Graze Oalog, a former OFW in Saudi Arabia said it was worth it going back home to meet Maine. “Actually, sumasali kami sa Smart promos dahilkay Maine. Nung nasa abroad ako, siya ‘yung stress reliever namin,” she recalled.

 

Maine, who is celebrating her 10th anniversary in the entertainment industry this year, also thanked the Smart subscribers for supporting her all this time.

“Ang dami nating firsts today! Ten years na kayongsupporters ko at ang dami pa nating nalalaman about each other. Kasi hindi talaga natin ito nagagawa. It’s always fast meetings and encounters. Today, sobrang dami kong nalaman na stories na ngayon ko lang narinig so thank you for sharing, thank you for letting me know, and thank you for the experience,” said Maine.

To learn more about Smart’s special promos and meet-and-greet rewards, load PowerAll 99 with the following inclusions: Unli Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram or Unli TikTok; 10 GB for all apps; unlimited calls; and unlimited texts—all valid for 7 days.

For more details, follow Smart’s Facebook (Smart Communications, Inc.) and @livesmart on Instagram, and X.  

Experience beauty enlightened with the Selfie Soft Light Band of the vivo Y15 Series

 It’s the most wonderful time of the year, therefore it’s expected that people would want to take  radiant selfies no matter the time of day or the kind of lighting--under the sun, under a glimmering Christmas tree, or during a Christmas lights show.

Taking the perfect selfie is an art. Angles, filters, and so many other elements have to come together for you to take that post-worthy shot and many would agree that one of the most important ingredients is lighting.

The new vivo Y15 Series features an 8-megapixel front camera that supports selfies in dark environments with a real-time preview of fill light effects. vivo’s sophisticated camera also comes with automatic adaptation to ambient cool and warm light. Combined with the vivo Y15 Series Softlight Band, users can say goodbye to the ring light and create photos where their natural charm is highlighted

With the vivo Y15 Series, smartphone users can experience “Beauty Enlightened” through its exciting technologies that allow your best features to shine. 

Designed to be just as stylish as its users, the vivo Y15 Series is the slimmest and lightest phone in its range and comes in two fresh, eye-catching colors: mystic blue and wave green.

The vivo Y15 Series also promises form and function with a powerful long-lasting battery that can handle hours of intensive playing and other mobile activities. It also has an innovative reverse charging feature that allows it to act as a power bank for other devices. All these features for a friendly price range of P5,000 to P7,500.

So if you’re on the lookout for that perfect holiday gift for yourself or a special person and want to equip them (or you) with a device that can take only beautiful photos, you really can’t go wrong with the vivo Y15 Series. Your brightest selfies are in the palm of your hand with the vivo Y15 Series now available in all vivo stores and kiosks nationwide and online via official stores in Shopee and Lazada. For more information on its features, visit https://www.vivoglobal.ph/ and vivo’s social media pages. 

 

Capture the best images with vivo X70

People have long been fascinated with photography as it freezes a special moment in time that evokes feelings and memories which is why people have also been looking for that smartphone that allows them to take the best images.

 

Enter the vivo X70 , the device that lets users master the Xceptional with its amazing camera technology co-engineered with leading German optics company, ZEISS.

 

Capture the best images no matter the situation

The vivo X70 combines flagship performance and photography technology in one sleek package. With its Ultra-Sensing Gimbal Camera together with the VIS 5-Axis Ultra Stable Video that reduces frame crop, users can take photos and videos even when they’re in the thick of the moment--whether they’re running, swimming, or just having the time of their lives--the stabilization features allows users to take stable images and videos. And with its custom Sony IMX766V sensor, users are assured that no detail will be missed when taking their shot.

 

Never worry if it’s too dark to take pictures as the device has Extreme Night Vision capabilities that provide users the flexibility to adjust brightness settings and even exposure intensity before taking the photo to ensure that they’re capturing the moment from simply hanging out with friends at night, or trying their hand at night time wildlife photography.

                          Master the Xceptional in everyday with the next level camera of vivo X70 

 

Unleashing the photographer in its users is at the crux of the development of X70. It empowers even the most amateur photographers with technology to help them get their start and take good photos, which is why the smartphone comes equipped with ZEISS optics and ZEISS Style Portraits (Distagon, Planar, Sonnar, and Biotar). These portrait styles help bring out the beauty of its subject and its surroundings and help bring out the creativity of the photographer in every photo they take.

 

Capture the best performance

With such amazing camera features under the X70 hood, it’s no surprise that it’s called the Next Imagery Master. But beyond being the phone that elevates mobile photography to the next level, the vivo X70 also contains top-notch features that ensure that it also has world-class performance.

 

Taking the perfect shot can be hard and it may require a lot of patience, which is why the newest entrant to the X series comes with a 4400mAh battery capable of 44W flash charge so users can have enough juice all day to get that shot. The device also comes with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, making it perfect for multitasking and storing large amounts of photos and videos, never compromising again on which stays and which will be deleted.

 

The combined expertise of vivo and ZEISS in the X70 showed that users can keep taking photos and videos of what matters to them and what catches their eyes all while having a device that can keep up with them.

 

The vivo X70 is now available for P34,999 in all vivo kiosks and branches nationwide as well as the vivo Official Stores in Lazada and Shopee. For more details, visit https://www.vivoglobal.ph/phone/vivo-X70/ or visit vivo Philippines on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Be like Maine and seize the Xceptional with the new vivo X70

The phone that will be changing the selfie game has finally arrived in the Philippines. Touting only the best-in-class mobile photography technology, the vivo X70 comes packed with so many features that taking a bad photo is practically impossible.

With its Ultra Sensing Gimbal technology, the vivo X70 allows users to not only reproduce but transcend what the eyes can see, making it perfect for amateur and professional photographers alike. It also pushes the boundaries of photography with the ZEISS T* Coating, a groundbreaking feature vivo and ZEISS worked on together. “T” stands for “Transmission Layer” that lets more to light pass through the lens--bringing you better and brighter photos sans the glare even in the most challenging photography situations.

Master the art of exceptional living with the new vivo X70, available in two new stunning colors: Cosmic Black (left) and Aurora Dawn (right)

Within its 6.56” body contains even more technology to allow you to push past your limits and seize the most extraordinary moments--including the ZEISS Superb Night Camera and AI Algorithm that allows users to get that perfect night shot. While the ZEISS trademark portrait styles: Biotar, Distagon, Planar, and Sonnar equips photographers with a variety of options and combinations so they will always get that money shot.

But what is a good mobile camera without equally top-notch performance? Which is why vivo X70 also comes with an amazing 12GB + 4GB extended RAM, alongside 256GB storage, 4400mAh, and an amazing 120Hz refresh rate with a 44W quick charge to ensure that you have enough juice, storage, and power to master exceptional living every day.

All of this is housed in a 181g, P34,999 device.

Be like Maine and seize the Xceptional with the new vivo X70, co-engineered with Zeiss

And to keep ball rolling, vivo held the X70 grand launch on Facebook headlined by multi-hyphenate star Maine Mendoza alongside tech content creator Vince Domingo of Unbox Diaries and lifestyle and tech content creator Mary Bautista. Together with Maine, Vince and Mary not only gushed about the newest addition to the X-series but also exemplified how one transcends ordinary and begins the exceptional by showing how the X70 is worthy of being called The Next Imagery Master. 

To keep viewers at the edge of their seats, the event also included engaging activities. In addition to the X70, vivo also launched the TWS 2e (P2,999) wireless earphones to help you indulge in your own world with its two external beamforming microphones, wind noise reduction, and overall high fidelity audio. In short, the TWS 2e has been carefully crafted for great sound that resonates with you.

And because it is the holiday season, vivo teased its grand Christmas promo that will give vivo fans the chance to get a home makeover or a travel experience of a lifetime! Watch out for the promo mechanics by November 2021 on the vivo Facebook page.

Learn more about the new vivo X70 at https://www.vivoglobal.ph/phone/vivo-X70/. Pre-order the smartphone starting October 9 or get it at any vivo store nationwide on October 16. You may also shop the vivo X70 on Lazada and Shopee. For more news and updates, follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Download the GigaLife app and earn gigapoints with PayMaya

Before her showbiz career took off six years ago this month, Maine Mendoza secretly desired to be an actress and just used the video-sharing app Dubsmash as her outlet.  

 

Her entertaining clips lip-synching iconic movie scenes went viral and landed her an audition for the noontime variety show Eat Bulaga, in which she clinched her life-changing role as ‘Yaya Dub.’ The rest, as they say, is history. 

 

“My story attests to the importance of pursuing and sharing your passions online. I realized that you really need to put yourself out there because it’s the easiest way to be found by people who share your passion, appreciate what you can offer, or can lead you to an opportunity or path you’ve been searching for,” said Maine, who has since assumed many roles and dabbled into being a host, singer, author, and entrepreneur, among other things.  

 

Maine’s latest role however is being the face of GigaPay, an innovative collaboration between Smart and PayMaya for seamless payments on the GigaLife App.  GigaPay with PayMaya makes it so much simpler and easier for subscribers of Smart Prepaid, Smart Postpaid, Smart Bro, Prepaid Home WiFi, and TNT to buy load and subscribe to promos so they can stay connected online anytime and anywhere.  

 

"We've all run out of data while doing something important, and we know it's such a big hassle.  GigaPay addresses that so nothing gets in the way of your passions," said the 26-year old actress who constantly reaches out to her fans on social media.  

 

“There are more platforms today than when I started six years ago, which means there are more ways to discover what you’re good at, try different hobbies, and improve your craft online. You just need to be connected all the time - and you can now rely on the GigaLife App for that,” she said.  

 

Smarter Way to Pay 

 

During the launch of GigaPay with PayMaya, Smart SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business Jane J. Basas explained why Maine is the perfect endorser for the new GigaLife App service: “Maine has really come a long way. She has inspired many content creators with her journey, and we know that she can urge more Filipinos to harness the power of the Internet and social media when it comes to pursuing their dreams.” 

 

“Smart’s value brand TNT was one of my first endorsements when I started in 2015. It was such a big deal for me to get the trust of the biggest telco brand in the country at that time. Now, I’m so happy to be back to promote a smarter way to pay and proudly say, ‘Simple, Smart Ako,’ Maine said. 

 

Download the GigaLife App now 

 

To stay connected online using GigaPay with PayMaya, subscribers must first download or update the GigaLife App on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Upon logging in to the app, simply tap the GigaPay icon to link your existing PayMaya account as your payment source. If you still don't have a PayMaya account, you may easily create a new one and just link to GigaPay without having to leave the GigaLife App. 

Once GigaPay has been activated, adding load and buying promo on the GigaLife App can be as easy as clicking your preferred promo, and swiping across your screen to confirm your purchase. You also earn GigaPoints, which you can exchange for data rewards and exclusive perks when using this feature.    

Download the GigaLife App now and always stay connected powered by Smart, the country’s fastest mobile data network as reported by third-party analytics firms like Ookla and Opensignal. Know more about GigaPay at https://smart.com.ph/Pages/gigapay and by following Smart’s official accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. # 

 

vivo launches a social media contest — the Club 21:00 Self-Portrait

It’s a popular belief that the world is made for morning people. Everyone has heard it all before — “early to bed, early to rise,” “the early bird catches the worm,” “nothing good happens after 2 AM,” and so on and so forth. But for those people whose circadian rhythms beat to embrace the night, the late hours could mean better concentration and mental alertness, and a peaceful opportunity to be closer to themselves.

 A woman of many passions, Club 21:00 member Maine Mendoza dedicates her evenings to her creative endeavors.

 

Inspiring a community of young Filipinos for whom the nighttime holds special significance, global smartphone brand vivo dawns the “Club 21:00”. Club 21:00 stems from the idea that 9 PM is usually the prime hour when night owls check out from their tasks for the day, and checks in to bring their dreams and passions to life. 

 

With this, vivo launches a social media contest — the Club 21:00 Self-Portrait — to encourage the evening people to seize the night and capture their most creative moments. All they have to do is “check in” by sharing a post of their 21:00 pursuit on Instagram and tag @vivo_philippines and @viceasia. They should also include the hashtag #CheckInToClub2100. The contest will choose 21 best entries and award a winner to receive a brand-new vivo smartphone. 

 

They will also get a chance to be featured on the i-D.com website, along with a few other celebrities and artists. The lineup includes vivo Selfie Portrait Master Maine Mendoza, celebrity and beauty queen Megan Young, musician Kean Cipriano, local photographers Artu Nepomuceno, Je Villaroman, and Inez Moro.

 

By sharing their stories and the ideas that keep them up at night, evening people can take advantage of vivo’s special prize and capture their best selfies using the 44 MP front camera installed in the V21 smartphone. It also has an optical image stabilizer (OIS) technology, which helps the phone take clear and sharp photos even in low light. No need to worry about the dim lighting during the night as the phone does the work inside and out.

 

Another feature everyone can take advantage of is the vivo V21’s extended RAM. By incorporating a virtual 3 GB memory on top of its built-in RAM of 8 GB, vivo allows its users to have the fastest user experience with a memory that supports data from multiple apps. This way, night owls can remain productive as they pursue passions and activities that feel personal to them.

 

Share the night stories that bring you closer to yourself by joining vivo’s Club 21:00 Self-Portrait photo contest. Just post your 21:00/9 PM “check-in” selfie on Instagram with the hashtag #CheckInClub2100.

 

Additional details on the vivo V21 series can be found on vivo’s Philippines on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages. For vivo V21 5G, you also check out https://www.vivoglobal.ph/phone-orig/vivo-V21-5g/. For vivo V21e, please visit https://www.vivoglobal.ph/phone/vivo-V21e/.

The vivo V21 is Maine Mendoza’s smartphone choice for the on-the-go digital lifestyle she has

For many students and workers, smartphones have been a vital extension of their remote work setup. It enables them to have the mobility they need as they cater to their day-to-day tasks. But while it offers the benefit of flexibility, it’s pretty common that users experience lags and crashes on their smartphones — especially when they run multiple apps. 

 

Living an on-the-go digital lifestyle means relying on a device that performs at par with one’s level of productivity. This is why people choose a smartphone that is packed with all the features that can help one power through their workday.

The vivo V21 is Maine Mendoza’s smartphone choice for the on-the-go digital lifestyle she has

 

One of the world’s leading smartphone manufacturers, vivo, introduces the V21 series which incorporates virtual RAM. RAM or Random Access Memory serves as data storage for the apps running on your phone. The vivo V21 series has a built-in 8GB RAM, but to allow for better productivity for its users, it also integrates a virtual 3GB RAM. This allows the device to “borrow” an extra 3GB from its internal storage when the 8GB is already used up by multiple apps. Think of the 8GB RAM as your bag, and the virtual 3GB as its compartments — it gives you more space to set things in without the need for another suitcase.

 

This extended RAM feature in the V21 series makes the smartphone work with a total memory of 11GB. So, even if you use multiple apps for work, it paves the way for a smooth and lag-free user experience. No need to worry about your device crashing when you’re working on a live doc while also tuned in on a virtual meeting.

 

While the vivo V21 series backs up productivity, it also has the best features for all the fun things one can do on a smartphone. Its front camera comes with an impressive 44MP display and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) feature, so users can have the best well-lit selfies even if they shoot at night time. The rear camera, on the other hand, supports a 64MP resolution with an Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) feature. This technology minimizes unnecessary motion so photos and videos are captured in a steady frame. Surely, with these stunning camera features in the vivo V21, users can take fun breaks between work and shoot ‘Gram-worthy snaps every time.

 

New Selfie Portrait Master Maine Mendoza shows that beyond work, the vivo V21 caters to your fun break moments.

 

Another factor that people can take pride in this flagship series is its battery’s ability to last for a long time. With a 4000mAh battery and 33W FlashCharge properties, they can perform their work throughout the whole day with just a single full charge.

 

These exciting features in the vivo V21 are all within the phone’s 7.29mm ultra-slim design. Its artistic look and feather-light weight can make a user feel that they got power and grip as they tend to their work tasks.

 

The vivo V21 is available in all vivo kiosks and stores, as well as the brand’s official Lazada and Shopee pages. It starts at an SRP of PHP 16,999. To know more about the V21 series, follow vivo’s Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages.