HP's new premium detachable, the Spectre x2, delivers the performance, design and innovation that empower today‘s generation

HP Philippines launches the detachable Spectre x2 on March 22 at Golden Ballroom 2, Okada Manila. The launch was hosted by Ms. Tessa Prieto Valdez and graced by celebrities Kenneth Cobonpue, Vern Enciso and media.


HP Philippines has debuted its most recent device that reinvents the way people design, collaborate and create.

HP's new premium detachable, the Spectre x2, delivers the performance, design and innovation that empower today‘s generation of digital creators to inspire the world like never before.

Every aspect of the Spectre x2 was designed to push creative boundaries and unlock new opportunities. reinforcing HP’s place at the forefront of reinvention.

Bold engineering and cutting-edge design decisions will delight a generation eager to use technology as a canvas for self-expression. The Spectre x2, HP’s first luxury detachable designed for Windows lnk‘, delivers it all, including a precise pen experience that was curated by the artist community and is sure to stun digital creators.

"HP Philippines understands the ever-changing lifestyle trends that influence how Filipinos consume and create different media," says Kris Seville, HP Philippines Business Unit Manager for PC. 

"With the latest innovation in the Spectre series, we are giving the digital creator the next-level companion for work and play. The Spectre x2 helps our users push their creative boundaries and tell their story, wherever they may be." 

The New S-ectre x2: Fueling Creative Aspirations 

The HP Spectre x2 brings the performance of 7th lntel  Core processors, durability of a stainless steel hinge and ability to create with Windows ink to a premium detachable PC.

Ink with precision in any mode: The Windows ink Certified pen is pressure sensitive so emerging artists and creators can produce a wide range of artistic effects, from varying line weights to creating subtle shading and coloring. Additionally. the U-shaped stainless steel kickstand with the ability to function flat and up to 165° degrees is Optimized for inking in any angle, and for any lifestyle, while providing exceptional durabilityto stand up to everyday use.

Reinforced design with premium materials: A CNC-machined aluminum chassis and dark ash with a copper kickstand provides more durability in each curve and contour for a refined design.

Bright, strong display: A brilliant 12.3” diagonal 3K2K (3000x2000) display with 6 million pixels bringing HD entertainment to the next level and providing a wider range of ambient light options, giving photographers or graphic artists better screen readability and visibility.

Durable detachable keyboard: Providing a strong magnetic force to stay attache full-sized keyboard and responsive glass trackpad.

High resolution cameras: Bringing a 13MP rear camera, 5MP WDR wide-view front camera and an IR camera for Windows Hello biometric authentication.

Long battery life with HP Fast Charge: Stay entertained and productive with up to 8-hours of battery life and HP Fast Charge technology moving from 0% battery life to 50 percent on a 30 minute charge

Spectre x2 Pricing and Availability° The HP Specter X2 is now available. starting at PHP 79,990.00.

Vivo welcomed newest endorsers Edward Barber and Ivan Dorschner

Vivo PH introduces its newest celebrity endorsers  Edward Barber and Ivan Dorschner at the launch of Vivo V9 held at City of Dreams on March 22. The newest celebrity endorsers were joined by Ms. Maymay Entrata and other celebrity endorsers.

Barber is the onscreen partner of young actress Maymay Entrata who also joined the event. Entrata was the first who joined Vivo in September 2017 during the launch of the V7+. His endorsement deal with Vivo is something MayWard fans have been patiently waiting for since the pair already worked together for the smartphone brand during their first Making Mega shoot in Germany last year. 

Dorschner, meanwhile, charmed the press with his good looks and charisma. He was one of Kuya’s guests in Pinoy Big Brother in 2010. Since then, he became one of GMA Network's top leading men after starring alongside young actress and fellow Vivo endorser Barbie Forteza in the primetime series "Meant To Be."

Aside from the launch of the new flagship smartphone V9,Vivo also introduced its newest endorsers, Ivan Dorschner and Edward Barber.

Barber, Entrata, and Dorschner also picked three lucky winners of the Vivo V9 during the raffle. They also joined the Vivo executives for a toast for the V9. Also with them onstage were other Vivo endorsers young pop soul singer Sassa Dagdag, acoustic singer-songwriter TJ Monterde, and balladeer Jason James Dy who closed the night with their performances.

Century Tuna Superbods vs Century Tuna Superbods Ageless in the Ultimate Challenge of the Year

I spent half of my day sight seeing at Inflatable Island in Subic Olongapo on March 19. This time with the Century Tuna Superbods Ageless fit and healthy finalists. With men and women, clad in their one piece customized swimsuits, trunks and leggings. Men in their defined super 6 pack abs and muscles. They were all ready to face the day's challenge.

You couldnt  help but wonder who will emerge as winners. So who are you rooting for? Are you for the Century Tuna Superbods or Century Tuna Superbods Ageless?

There were five different challenges they faced during that day: Inflatable Relay, Battle of the Generations, Island Cooking Dash, Hakot Cans and Selfie Challenge. 

Excitement and anticipation were high as 40 fit, sexy and healthy finalists of Century Tuna Superbods Ageless 2018 surpassed the Ultimate Challenge of the year!

Held at the Inflatable Island in Subic, Asia’s biggest floating playground which offers 3, 400 sqm of inflatable activities floating on water, the Century Tuna Superbods Ageless 2018 Ultimate Challenge tested the finalists’ mental and physical fitness. The challenge was divided into two different categories: the Superbods category, which consists of 20 finalists ages 18 to 37; and the Superbods Ageless category, which consists of 20 finalists ages 38 to 50.

The finalists 

The first challenge tested the finalists” agility and endurance. It featured an obstacle relay course consisted of trampoline, monkey vines, donut tires, wobbly bridges, high balance and Tarzan swing for the Superbods; and wobbly bridges, monkey vines, jungle bars, happy swing and rock climbing for the Superbods Ageless.

The second challenge was the battle between two generations where Superbods and Ageless finalists competed against each other in answering trivia questions. It tested their quick wit and teamwork.

Each successful pair then proceeded to the third challenge dubbed as the ‘lsland Cooking Dash’ where they were asked to prepare a special Century Tuna dish. This aimed to test their creativity and resourcefulness.

The next challenge was the ‘Hakot Cans,’ a test to their critical thinking by strategizing in collecting the most number of Century Tuna cans in 90 seconds.

And finally, for the social media challenge, the finalists needed to take a photo that answers the question, “WHY AM I THE NEXT CENTURY TUNA SUPERBODS/AGELESS?” Photos will be uploaded in the official account of Century Tuna Superbods.

This highly-anticipated event was hosted by two of the country's hottest. fittest and most multifaceted personalities, Sam Y6 and Amanda Fernandez.

Aside from the Ultimate Challenge, Century Tuna Superbods Ageless 2018 will also host Series of exciting events which includes a fashion show by Zalora that will feature the finalists On April 7 at Glorietta 3 Activity Center; the fun Underpants Run at Filinvest City in Alabang, Muntinlupa in the morning of April 8 and the Electric Spinning Party in BGC Amphitheater in the afternoon.

On April 12, 2018, the much-awaited grand Finals Night will be held at the Cove, Okada Manila.

The four winners of Century Tuna Superbods 2018 will each receive P500,000 in cash plus 1year supply of Century Tuna Products; an appliance showcase worth P250000 from lndesit, Mabe, and Philips; limited edition special gift pack from Tanduay; an editorial campaign contract from Zalora; a training contract from Star Magic; a 1-year unlimited elite membership at Gold‘s Gym; a May 2018 Mega Magazine supplement feature; P5,000 worth of Vansydical Sportswear; and P15,000 worth of salon services from Sir George Salon.

Cove Manila will also select its Cove Manila Ambassadors who will receive one VlP package to Diplo’s concert on May 11 worth Php 200,000. Included in this package is a VIP table for 10 with Php 100,000 consumable and a special meet-and-greet with DJ and Grammy Award winning producer Diplo himself. The Cove will also give an official Cove Manila Gold Card engraved with the winners’ names. This will entitle them to a VIP lifetime entry privilege (plus
one guest) to any Cove Manila event.

One lucky Superbods finalist will take home a brand-new Chevrolet Trax!

Special awards will also be given during the finals night: Superbod Beachbod, Superbod of the Night (Best in Runway), Superbods Challenge winners, People’s Choice, Photogenic award and Best in Congeniality.

Century Tuna Superbods Ageless 2018 is made possible with the support of Cove Manila, the official venue partner of Century Tuna Superbods Ageless Finals Night with major sponsors from lndesit, Mabe and Philips Domestic Appliances, minor sponsors from Tanduay Distillers; lnc., Zalora; Chevrolet; Gold's Gym; Star Magic; and Creamsilk.

Other participating sponsors are Vita Coco; Shakey’s; Quorn; Gardenia; Vansydical; Sir George Salon; Rebisco Fudgy Bar 100 Calorie pack; Belo Sun Expert; iDentista Asia; and Propan Fit.

For more details and updates on events, visit Century Tuna Superbods on Facebook: 

Make your summer vacation more exciting with great deals and discounts from UnionPay

Planning out your summer vacation trips? Make it even more exciting with great deals and discounts, brought to you by UnionPay. Here are a few suggestions to help you fix your vacation itinerary.

• SEE JAPAN’S FAMOUS CHERRY BLOSSOMS. If you’re looking for a change of scenery, fly out to Japan to catch the bloom of the cherry blossoms and grab some great discounts along the way with the help of your UnionPay Card!

While roaming the busy city streets of Tokyo, have a meal at JG Tokyo at Roppongi to receive one complimentary glass of champagne, and maybe even a special greeting from Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten himself, exclusive for UnionPay Diamond and Platinum Cardholders.

Take a train to Shinjuku to begin your cherry blossom pilgrimage at the famous Shinjuku Gyoen on the end of March and early April! The park houses a mix of early to late blooming trees so don’t be too worried about missing the sakura in full bloom! Another famous location for viewing cherry blossoms is Ueno Park, located in Central Tokyo. It is one of the most famous viewing spots so don’t skip it on your cherry blossom pilgrimage!

• GO ON A DAVAO GETAWAY. Take a flight to Mindanao and enjoy the beautiful sights of Davao. See the breathtaking view of Mt. Apo, or visit nature parks like the Philippine Eagle Centre to learn more about the Philippines’ national bird, the Crocodile Park for a thrilling wildlife experience, or Eden Nature Park for a relaxing refuge away from the city.

Stop by Café Marco during your sightseeing to taste local flavors and cuisine from all around the globe, with 10% off of your bill when you use your UnionPay Card. You can then unwind after a long day at the Lazuli Spa with an exclusive 10% discount for UnionPay Cardholders.

• HAVE A STAYCATION. For a quick reprieve from the scorching summer heat, have a staycation here in Metro Manila! UnionPay cardholders get discounts and freebies in Pan Pacific Manila, Ramada Manila, Crowne Plaza Manila, and Holiday Inn, so you have plenty of options on where to stay.

• DO SOME SUMMER SHOPPING. Gear up for the summer and buy yourself bright and sunny summer outfits! Your UnionPay Card is accepted at many major stores like H&M, Forever 21, Uniqlo, The Body Shop and more, so you can go all out without the hassle!.

Check out the complete list of UnionPay promos in the Philippines at http://bit.ly/2AUPTap. 

UnionPay International is a global payment network that covers 168 countries and regions. In the Philippines, a range of UnionPay Prepaid, Debit and Credit Cards are issued by BDO, BOC, Omnipay, PNB and RCBC Bankard. UnionPay Cards are accepted at major retail, lifestyle and F&B outlets.

Shop, Dine & Travel Your Way with UnionPay! For more information on all of UnionPay’s latest promotions, visit http://bit.ly/2t89kVH.

Canon's newest range of products from DSLR,mirrorless camera to digital camera offers next-level experience of making the best moments of your life immortal

When you are a blogger like me, you need to up your game by investing on a quality camera. When your readers see good and crisp pictures with the right story, they are most likely to engage. Expect followers and more likes to your social media platforms and of course real time engagements as well. As of this writing, I am using an iPhone to capture pictures. Im saving up though for a new mirrorless Canon camera in the future.

Canon’s unparalleled superior technology and newest range of products offers next-level experience of making the best moments of your life immortal.

True to its brand promise, Canon provides advanced technological products and services that continue to delight the Filipino market. Recognizing the evolving needs of its stakeholders when it comes to capturing the most important moments in their lives, Canon makes their search for the perfect partner simpler and easier while catering to different levels of expertise with its newest imaging products.

“Today marks a milestone for Canon Philippines as we launch a powerhouse selection of imaging products ranging from DSLR cameras, mirrorless cameras, to digital cameras. Stemming from our mission to continuously delight our customers all over the world, our Filipino users can rely on Canon to provide the best arsenal of products for their specific digital imaging needs,” shared Benny Yu, CMPI Head of Consumer Imaging and Information Division. “Whether it’s to start their journey with photography, broaden their passions and hobbies, or to move forward with their professional photography careers, Canon is here for them every step of the way enabling them with unparalleled imaging technology.” 

Canon introduced its newest camera lineup at an interactive grand launch called The Moment Itself. The digital imaging brand showcased the various upgraded features of the Canon EOS 3000D, EOS 1500D digital SLRs, EOS M50 mirrorless camera, and the PowerShot G1X Mark III digital camera.


Beginner’s Best: EOS 3000D & EOS 1500D

 
           
The newest entry-level digital SLR from Canon, it functions best for casual and entry-level camera users especially for those who are used to capturing images through their smartphones. Not falling short on features, the EOS 3000D & 1500D come with Scene Intelligent Auto mode with fun, creative filters, on top of its standard shooting modes, to make their output Instagram-ready. With its seamless connectivity through Wi-Fi, beginners can easily up their social media game with Canon’s DSLR cameras that doesn’t break the bank.
'Capturing True-to-Life Moments: Canon EOS M50

With the Canon EOS M50, Canon enters the mirrorless camera arena with this game-changing product capable to shoot in stunning true-to-life imagery with its Ultra HD 4K quality video. Along with the latest DIGIC 8 processor, the EOS M50 comes also equipped with electronic viewfinder (EVF) and vari-angle, flappable touchscreen monitor which makes it ultra user-friendly and the perfect gadget for vloggers.


Feature-packed Compact Camera: Canon PowerShot G1X Mark III

The most compact camera in the roster, professional photographers rediscover photography through the PowerShot G1X Mark III digital camera. Not to be deceived by its compact size coming in with dimensions at 115.0 x 77.9 x 51.44 mm and 399g (including battery pack and memory card) in weight, this is Canon’s first fixed-lens digital camera that matches the caliber of Canon’s premium line of professional cameras. Equipped with Dual Pixel CMOS AF, among Canon’s other unsurpassed camera technologies, avid photography buffs will find the PowerShot G1X Mark III an excellent choice for their photography ventures.

The EOS 3000D, EOS 1500D, EOS M50, and PowerShot G1X Mark III come equipped with the latest of Canon technologies—DAF CMOS, seamless connectivity through Wi-Fi and NFC capabilities, and remarkable display. Its ease of interchangeability of lenses, also makes it easier for avid photographers find the perfect match among Canon’s wide range of over 70 lenses for an enhanced camera game and experience.

With its newest lineup of cameras, Canon delivers superb imaging products to empower Filipino camera junkies to capture moments of delight with unmatched clarity and vivid imagery, bringing next-level photography experience like no other.

For more information about the new EOS 3000D & 1500D, EOS M50, and PowerShot G1X Mark III cameras, visit www.canon.com.ph. 

HOOQ Filmmakers Guild premieres 5 original selected screenplays from all over South East Asia

HOOQ – the largest Video on Demand service in South-East Asia – premieres 5 original selected screenplays as pilot episodes to on the platform today. This is part of the inaugural HOOQ Filmmakers Guild wherein the best of these 5 pilots will be commissioned into a full series on the platform.

The 5 pilots are: Bhak (India),Haunt Me (Singapore), How To Be A Good Girl (Singapore), Aliansi (Indonesia) and Heaven and Hell (Indonesia).  The 5 were selected from over 500 submissions received by HOOQ, over a 2-month period, from all over South East Asia.They comprise a mix of genres, from sci-fi comedy to action-thriller and even supernatural-horror.

Peter Bithos, CEO of HOOQ, said, “We at HOOQ are so proud of the pilots, which the HOOQ Filmmakers Guild has produced. These pilots are proof of the quality of filmmakers and unique stories across Southeast Asia.It will be a very difficult decision to commission just one series!  The success of the HOOQ Filmmakers Guild is just the beginning of many great things for the Guild’s filmmakers. HOOQ is committed to support the talented filmmakers across Asia in 2018 and beyond as we continue to push boundaries to develop unique stories from an Asian perspective to keep our subscribers HOOQ’d month after month!”

Launched in June 2017, the HOOQ Filmmakers Guild is an annual initiative designed to seek out film talents in Asia that have great ideas but lack the opportunity to bring them to life on screen.Each of the above 6 screenplays received USD 30,000 to produce the pilot episode.

The pilots will now undergo judging from 5 esteemed filmmakers from Asia, namely Indonesia’s Mouly Surya and Nicholas Saputra, Philippines’ Erik Matti, as well as Thailand’s Wasin Pokpong, and Puttipong Promasakha Na Sakolnakorn. In addition to professional judging, viewership numbers will also be taken into consideration and will also be factored in before the winner is selected.

Award-winning Filipino filmmaker and competition judge, Erik Matti, commented, “Coming in, I had high expectations for this initiative knowing that there is a vast landscape of untapped talent across Asia. True enough, my expectations were met by the sheer amount of fresh and unique talent that stepped up to the plate. And now, I can't wait for these chosen filmmakers to finally be able showcase their work. Regardless of who wins, I have no doubt that these pilots will not disappoint”.


HOOQ’s Chief Content Officer, Jennifer Batty, said, “This is the moment we’ve all been waiting for since we embarked on this journey in 2017.  As a champion of Asian original content, we knew that there was a wealth of untapped potential in our Asian markets. We are incredibly proud of this talented batch of filmmakers who have worked tirelessly to bring their singular vision to life. May the best pilot win!”

HOW TO GET HOOQ
It’s easy to get HOOQ’d. Customers can simply download the HOOQ app from Apple Store or Google Play, sign up or log in, to access HOOQ’s extensive library of Hollywood and Asian hits.  Globe customers can get to try HOOQ for up to 60 days on selected mobile and broadband plans. Find out more and sign up today for a complimentary trial at www.hooq.tv.