Pre-order the vivo V19 Neo, get free wireless earbuds or earphones

Smartphone enthusiasts who want to pursue their passions to “ignite your night” with the new vivo V19 Neo, can get more exciting experiences when they pre-order the latest flagship handset, online and in stores nationwide.

From June 13 to 19, customers who order the V19 Neo for P17,999, will get a P4,599-worth limited-edition gift of wireless noise cancelling premium earbuds and 6 months extended phone warranty. The freebie bundle package is exclusively available on vivo flagship stores in Shopee and Lazada until supplies last.

Meanwhile, those who will place an advance order on the V19 Neo at participating vivo concept stores nationwide will score a P3,000-worth limited-edition gift of wireless noise-cancelling premium earphones and 6 months extended phone warranty.

The V19 Neo has a 5-camera design that includes a 48MP AI quad camera and 32MP front camera. It has the Super Night Mode and Super Night Selfie features that are perfect for those who want to enjoy and share their nighttime passions through photography.

A 6.44-inch Super AMOLED FHD+ Ultra O Screen offers a new viewing experience as it accommodates the in-display front camera and fingerprint scanning technology.

The V19 Neo is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 AIE and has an 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM. It is powered by a 33W vivo FlashCharge 2.0 4500mAh battery in the V19, and a dual-engine fast charging 4500mAh battery in the V19 Neo.

Available in Admiral Blue and Crystal White themed colorways, the V19 Neo will be available starting June 13. To pre-order the latest flagship handset today, visit the official vivo Lazada and Shopee online stores. See posters and print ads for more details.

New realme tech lifestyle companions set to launch on June 18!

realme Philippines strengthens its AIoT game by launching the latest in its smart audio device and accessory lines – the realme Buds Air Neo and realme Powerbank 2. The fastest-growing smartphone brand is also bringing in the country the official realme Adventure Backpack. The launch of these products is happening on June 18, 12 noon, in a Facebook livestream on the official page of realme Philippines.

The realme Buds Air Neo promises super low-latency perfectly synced with the audio and visual of the user’s smartphone. The wireless experience is optimized by the Buds Air Neo’s R1 True Wireless Chip, which uses a new generation of dual-channel transmission technology. In terms of sound quality, the realme Buds Air Neo has a Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB) solution, allowing the device to unleash true bass potential and bring about the dynamism and layers of the bass. All of these features can be experienced by users for a promised total playback of 17 hours. 

realme Philippines is also bringing an upgraded version of its power accessory, the realme Powerbank 2. The realme Powerbank 2 can store 10,000mAh of juice at every full charge. Its size is well-complemented by an 18W Two-way Quick Charge. No realme fan shall be a wall-hugger any longer for the device is capable of charging multiple devices at a time. 

realme Philippines also adds the all-new realme Adventure Backpack to its local merchandise. The realme Adventure Backpack is intended to accompany the on-the-go young market of realme. It is designed to keep gadgets safe in a 32L Large Capacity storage. Its chic and trendy design can easily accentuate any casual fashion ensemble.

“The Filipino youth is full of vigor – always ready to do or create something. We at realme Philippines would like to support them by offering products that can serve as their tech lifestyle companions while they try to attain their goals. We hope to see you all during our livestream next week. There’s a good number of exciting surprises we have in store for you,” shares realme Philippines VP for Marketing Austine Huang. 

For more information on the launch and the array of products realme Philippines offers, customers are encouraged to follow the realme Philippines official Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts.

Emirates reaffirms its green commitment on World Environment Day

While people around the planet continue to grapple with the pandemic, there’s also a call to pause and reflect on another cause – Time for Nature, the theme of the United Nation’s World Environment Day on 5 June. 

Emirates, acutely aware of its role in the planet’s natural ecosystem, has continued to make progress in the attainment of its environmental goals. The airline showcased this environment performance in its annual financial report for 2019-20, painting a holistic picture and filling in the context of its achievements.

An important cause close to Emirates’ heart is keeping wildlife in the wild. The airline is committed to tackling the illegal trade in the sale of wild animals either as pets, or for their hides, tusks, or other body parts for use in food, medicine, exotic leathers, jewellery, and ornaments – all worth around US$ 20 billion every year.

Emirates is active across industry and international efforts, and is part of United for Wildlife, ROUTES (Reducing Opportunities for Unlawful Transport of Endangered Species), and the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).

Emirates has a zero tolerance on carrying banned species, hunting trophies, or any products associated with illegal wildlife activities. The airline’s ground-handling team is trained in the International Air Transport Association’s Live Animal Regulations and its internal policies, and more than 2,500 airport services employees were trained last year to recognize and report suspicious cargo. Employees have access to a dedicated reporting channel to stop illegal trade. Customer awareness was heightened through interviews, wildlife programs and films on Emirates’ inflight entertainment system, and its inflight magazine.

                                                                                                           

Emirates’ efforts in the areas of wildlife conservation are well-known. The airline has been helping protect Australia’s extraordinary flora and fauna for over 10 years at Emirates Wolgan Valley, the conservation-based resort in New South Wales. The resort worked closely with the local community to evacuate on-site animals as bushfires swept across the country last year. Involving guests who were keen to volunteer, the resort created a one million-plus seed bank, representing 25 local native species that will play a vital role in repopulating damaged areas. Native wildlife like kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, reptiles, and birdlife have already returned to the area.

Emirates’ 20-year partnership with the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) continued to build on its successful programmes to track, maintain and reintroduce native wildlife species, such as the Arabian oryx, Arabian gazelle, sand gazelle. In January, the reserve released 250 MacQueen’s bustards into its natural habitat – a remarkable achievement by any standard. The DDCR continues to be a regional leader in ecological research, actively collaborating with local and international universities. The reserve was accepted as a candidate for the International Union for Conservation of Nature Green List for Protected and Conserved Areas, a global standard for the world’s most effectively managed of protected areas, in 2018.

Reducing carbon emissions is central to Emirates’ environmental sustainability strategy, which is underpinned by its young, technologically advanced fleet with an average age of just 6.8 years. The airline’s comprehensive fuel efficiency program, which analyzes and implements ways to reduce unnecessary fuel burn and emissions wherever operationally feasible, delivered a 1.9% improvement in passenger fuel efficiency for the full year. The airline’s efforts to optimize flight plans and fuel uplift, while ensuring safety and operational integrity, alone saved an estimated 38,000 tonnes of fuel or around 120,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions. This was supported by data-driven methodologies and awareness programs for pilots.  

Emirates is committed to environmental stewardship, and uses the power of collaboration, consensus, and change right along its ecosystem – from framing internal policies to empowering employees and mandating standards with partners and vendors. Last year, the Emirates Group’s leadership team approved an updated Environmental Framework, and throughout the year, the airline took positive action, both big and small, to make impressive progress. 

For more information on Emirates’ environmental performance, click here.

vivo’s best-in-class stylish selfie flagship is designed to complement the lifestyles of young and fashion-savvy consumers

vivo today revealed the new V19 in the Philippines. Featuring a dual front 32MP + 8MP super wide-angle camera, and super AMOLED FHD+ Ultra O Screen design, V19 brings together extraordinary selfie capabilities, cutting-edge technology, and elegant fashion to deliver a truly innovative mobile experience for consumers. 

“vivo is committed to innovating with the consumer in mind, and V19 reflects our deep understanding of their needs. With industry-leading selfie technology, beautiful design, and strong performance, V19 is perfect for people who care about camera and entertainment features,” said Charisma Buan, vivo PR team lead. “V19 is a trendsetting smartphone that complements the lifestyles of selfie-loving Filipinos and make it possible for them to pursue night-time photography passions.”

Cutting-Edge Camera Technology Enables Beautiful Selfies

V19’s dual front camera with a 32MP main camera and an 8MP super wide-angle camera helps users capture their best selfie no matter the time or place. The front camera supports a wide-angle selfie of up to 105 degrees, with a built-in AI algorithm that can independently correct wide-angle distortion between foreground and background for authentic and dazzling shots. The front camera is also equipped with Ultra Stable Selfie Video, bringing a new level of stability to wide-angle selfie videos.

 V19 has a powerful AI Quad Camera at the rear, with a 48MP main camera, 8MP super wide-angle camera, 2MP macro camera, and 2MP bokeh camera. Along with Ultra Stable Video, V19 is packed with AI image and video features, including AI Video Filters, AI Video Editor, and AI Image Matting for professional yet easy editing. 

Both the front and rear cameras are equipped with special modes to capture stunning photos at night. The front camera’s Super Night Selfie mode—with Layer-Based Beautification, Spatial Merging Denoising, and Multiple Exposure—allows users to take clear and beautiful selfies set against the backdrop of a nighttime city skyline or the countryside’s starry sky. With the rear camera’s Super Night Portrait mode—with Multi-Frame Screening, Temporal Alignment, and Spatial Merging Denoising—users can capture high-resolution photos of all of life’s wonders, even at night.  

Innovative Display and Design for a Distinctive Style 

V19 features a sleek 6.44-inch Super AMOLED FHD+ Ultra O Screen, built from superior E3 OLED, and supports 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, which makes vibrant colors come to life. The display’s brightness auto-adjusts to suit ambient light levels and filters 42 percent more blue light than E2 OLED, creating a healthier user experience.

V19 is crafted for both comfort and style, reinforcing vivo’s commitment to user-centric design. With ergonomically designed 3D curves, V19 fits users’ palms to perfection, while the Corning Gorilla Glass 6 offers elegance and sophistication. 

Strong Performance Empowers All-Day Usage for Fast-Moving Consumers

In addition to industry-leading selfie capabilities and sleek design, V19 has elite performance and high battery efficiency. A super capacity 4500mAh battery provides long-lasting durability, while 33W vivo FlashCharge 2.0 technology enables a 0 to 54 percent charge in just 30 minutes, offering convenience for fast-moving consumers. 

Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 712 processor, V19 has a fast interface and top computing performance. To support the high energy consumption of its AI-powered camera capabilities, V19 is built with copper tube liquid cooling, which guarantees longer CPU life, more reliable phone performance, and smooth multitasking. V19 is equipped with 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM, letting users store everything they need for work, rest, and play.

V19 also delivers an advanced gaming experience, featuring Multi-Turbo 3.0 for optimizing touch control and FPS stability, as well as an Ultra Game Mode with functions like Fast Screen Capture, Screen Recording, and Game Vibration. 

The smartphone comes in two trendsetting color options – Sleek Silver & Gleam Black. 

vivo V19 handsets, LANY ‘ignite the night’ in all-digital launch

vivo has finally unveiled the V19 and V19 Neo via its first-ever, all-digital local launch “Ignite the Night”, giving fans and smartphone enthusiasts a look at how using its latest technology and handsets can lead to new night experiences.

The online event, which was livestreamed on vivo’s Facebook page, also set the stage for the introduction of the brand’s latest endorsers, the globally-successful pop band LANY whose music and style embody the ‘ignite the night’ attribute of the V19 series flagship smartphones.

Audiences who tuned in to the online event were treated to an exclusive premiere of LANY’s online commercial which showed band members Paul Jason Klein, Charles Leslie "Les" Priest, and Jake Clifford Goss taking a selfie using the vivo V19 series and encouraging their fans to “ignite your night”.

Taking cue from LANY’s challenge, the brand gave away three (3) brand-new V19 Neo smartphones to lucky fans who joined an online contest during the launch event. The audience also participated in a digital live polling which showed what they like most about the event and the V19 handsets.

Among the most-liked features of the flagship smartphones are its 48MP AI quad camera and 32MP front camera, which along with the super night selfie and super night photography features, lets users ignite and celebrate their nighttime passions.

“In today’s new normal, the V19 series represents a bold step into a new direction for vivo as we focus on empowering the younger market with not just technology-laden smartphones that would enhance their lifestyles, but also a means for them to pursue, enjoy, and share their passions and endeavors, especially at night,” noted Charisma Buan, vivo PR team lead.

The V19 and V19 Neo also offers a new viewing experience courtesy of a 6.44-inch Super AMOLED FHD+ Ultra O Screen which also houses the in-display front camera and fingerprint scanning technology.

During the event, tech gurus and bloggers also shared which among the smartphone features were most impressive as they talked about the technical functions and lifestyle-driven features of the V19 series.

The vivo V19 smartphones have a glossy finished body in Gleam Black and Sleek Silver night-time colorways. The V19 Neo retails for P17,999.

Interested buyers can already pre-order the vivo V19 Neo thru Home Credit to avail of a 0% interest for 6 months and 9 months, or via credit card to get 0% interest for 6 months and 12 months.

The vivo V19 series smartphones will soon be available at all vivo concept stores, kiosks and multi-brand stores nationwide.

DOT video pays tribute to 'Noypi' health workers around the world

As the world emerges from quarantine measures and more places are being declared safe from COVID-19, let us not forget the many Filipino health workers who have been risking their lives from the start of the pandemic, and who will continue to brave the front lines, thousands of miles away from home.

Following “Smile,” DOT’s inspirational tribute to Filipino frontliners, “Noypi” honors over 254,000 doctors, nurses, caregivers, hospital staff, and other healthcare workers who form part of the 10 million OFWs around the world. 

Originally performed by the band Bamboo, Noypi’s surging melody and rousing lyrics are made tender and poignant when sung by 16-year-old Katching Silvestre to a choir-like vocal arrangement by her father Monet Silvestre. 

We celebrate this Independence Day by standing with our frontliners. Your dedication to the profession has made an immense contribution to global recovery, and we are all deeply proud to say, “Hoy, Pinoy ako!”

Footage used in the video was crowdsourced, and all production was done remotely.

Video Link: https://www.facebook.com/DepartmentOfTourism/videos/732709327475623/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/p/CBUbeXkDW4e/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNLsVG3DMlo&feature=youtu.be

“Noypi” originally performed by Bamboo

Written by Bamboo Mañalac, Ira Cruz, Vic Mercado, and Nathan Azarcon

Musical arrangement and production by Malek Lopez

Vocal arrangement by Monet Silvestre

Sung by Katching Silvestre with Becca Silvestre and Patricia Brillantes-Silvestre 

Directed by Joel Limchoc

Produced by Steve Vesagas

Accelerate to the future with Globe’s 5G technology

As the Philippines adjusts to the new normal brought on by the community quarantine (GCQ), Globe is meeting the increasing demand for reliable internet with the expansion of its 5G coverage.

“The pandemic transformed how we do everything, from how we manage businesses to how we learn, how we take care of our health, how we socialize, how we entertain ourselves. A powerful internet connection is important at this time, and Globe is ready to enable our subscribers to succeed during these trying times with the rollout of this highly-anticipated technology,” says Albert De Larrazabal, Globe’s Chief Commercial Officer

Globe Platinum and Postpaid subscribers will get to experience the cutting-edge technology of 5G in select locations in Makati and Bonifacio Global City in  July 2020. It will be made progressively accessible to more areas in Metro Manila and to Prepaid customers.

5G is the next generation of wireless internet connectivity and has the potential to revolutionize the way Filipinos live. With 5G connectivity, customers can enjoy less lags when going online. They can load a webpage in a second, stream the latest movies and TV shows in ultra HD quality, play augmented reality online games with lower latency, and stay connected with loved ones through crystal clear calls and video chats. 

This technology can also pave the way for a highly digitized future with smart cities, intelligent homes, self-driving vehicles, and energy grids. This web of interlaced systems can empower Filipinos to do more with greater convenience, which can be fully achieved with an increased number of infrastructures to support 5G technology – given its narrower coverage that assures its optimum performance.

Customers will not be charged for connecting to the 5G network. Usage will be deducted from the customer’s Postpaid or Platinum plans data wallet allocation. Connecting to 5G is easy, subscribers just need a  5G-capable smartphone compatible with Globe and must be within the 5G covered area. They can use their current Globe LTE sims, which are already 5G-enabled---making the shift to this new technology quick and hassle-free. To date, Globe offers  a range of 5G capable devices such as Samsung S20, Huawei Mate 30 Pro 5G, Huawei P40 and Huawei P40 Pro. Globe is also expected to introduce more affordable 5G capable mobile phones soon. 

Globe is the first mobile operator to offer a commercial 5G network in Southeast Asia after it introduced AirFiber for its broadband customers last year. The connection allowed AirFiber subscribers to enjoy reliable and fiber-fast speeds of up to 100 Mbps. Earlier this year, Globe Platinum introduced the very first 5G-capable mobile phone. 

Globe is set to change the way Filipinos go online with first-world connectivity.

For more information, visit globe.com.ph/5G

BDO Foundation targets 100 rehabilitated health centers in 2020

Rural health units all over the Philippines have become increasingly important now that hospitals are overwhelmed with COVID-19 cases. The support of health centers and their medical frontliners has been instrumental in helping local government units conduct tests and provide patient care. To help health workers in the fight to contain COVID-19, BDO Foundation has sustained its efforts to rehabilitate rural health units across the country.

Slowly but surely, the foundation is inching closer to a major milestone. In a matter of months, the corporate social responsibility arm of BDO Unibank is set to rehabilitate its 100th rural health unit as part of efforts to help improve the healthcare delivery system in the Philippines. The initiative--which contributes to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal no. 3 to ensure healthy lives and promote the well-being of people of all ages--is critical as the country comes to grips with the pandemic.

Since the rehabilitation program's inception in 2012, BDO Foundation has been renovating rural health units particularly in economically disadvantaged and disaster-affected communities. To date, 89 rural health units have been successfully rehabilitated and turned over. The undertaking was made possible with the support of BDO and BDO Network Bank branches, whose officers recommend health centers that need support.

Most recently, the foundation completed the rehabilitation of two health centers: Magallanes Rural Health Unit in Agusan del Norte and Calatrava Rural Health Unit and Birthing Facility in Negros Occidental. Improvements included their layout and interior design, lobby and waiting areas, offices, clinics, consultation rooms, treatment rooms, facilities and spaces for health workers and patients. Play areas for children complete with books and toys as well as waiting lounges for the comfortable use of the elderly were also constructed.

With these projects completed, doctors, nurses and midwives are now better equipped to provide primary healthcare services more effectively to their constituents. The corporate citizenship initiative is expected to help improve the health and well-being of more than 104,000 people from the 48 barangays of Magallanes and Calatrava.

The newly renovated Magallanes Rural Health Unit and Calatrava Rural Health Unit were turned over to local government officials by BDO Foundation president Mario Deriquito, BDO Foundation program director Rose Espinosa, BDO Negros Occidental-San Carlos branch head Karen Maypa and BDO Butuan-J.C. Aquino Avenue branch head Janice Arapan. The facilities were graciously accepted by local health officials.

"Our patients benefit from the new areas constructed in the rural health unit--the senior citizens' area, kids' area, pharmacy, breastfeeding station and midwives' office, among many others," said Calatrava municipal health officer Dr. Karl Bonifacio. "Also, the expanded floor area of the laboratory can now qualify for Department of Health accreditation. On behalf of the people of Calatrava, I would like to thank BDO Foundation. Your support helps us improve the quality of our services especially for the poor and vulnerable members of our community."

It’s better at home with Samsung’s exciting new offers

These days, more and more people are starting to realize the value of improving one’s home. During this stay-at-home period, Samsung Philippines understands the need for families to experience better entertainment and connectivity, and is offering new and exciting promos on its Smart TVs and Soundbars this month.

Families may now upgrade to a bigger-sized Smart TV for a more enjoyable viewing and gaming experience. Customers can get a Samsung 49” Smart TV (49J5250) for only P 18,999, or a 43” UHD Smart TV for just P 19,999 through Samsung authorized dealer shops nationwide and their online stores. These offers are only available until June 30, 2020.

All Samsung Smart TVs, including QLED and UHD TVs, feature the Samsung Smart Hub, which provides access to all content sources, from streaming entertainment sites such as Netflix, to social media apps, web browser, gaming consoles, live TV, and set-top box in one place.

The home entertainment experience can be further upgraded with cinema-quality sound from Samsung Soundbars, which can be connected to the TV, or used to stream music by connecting the phone via Bluetooth. Both the TV and soundbar can be operated by using the same Samsung One remote. Samsung Soundbars come with cash or straight credit card discounts of over 25 percent on select models.

There is no better time for families to have better immersive entertainment at home, and no other brand can deliver this than Samsung, the world’s no. 1 TV for 14 straight years.

Visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/offer/ to see all promos on TV models available nationwide. 

Promo offers for Samsung TVs and Soundbars featured here are in accordance with DTI Permit numbers FTEB-100291 and FTEB-06122, Series of 2020.

Enjoy 50% discount on Dulce de Leche by Dough & Co

If you are looking for freshly baked goodies, you will surely enjoy the moist and delicious Dulce de Leche Cake from Dough and Co, the must-try pastry and bread shop located at Landers Superstore. A perfect afternoon snack or an after-meal dessert, the Dulce de Leche Cake is a soft and milky delight with the right amount of sweetness and richness. 

You can enjoy them at 50% off, bringing the price down to just 160 PHP, when you order from www.centraldelivery.ph until June 17.

For the latest promos and great deals, make sure to follow Landers Superstore on Facebook and Instagram: @LandersPH.

Looking for the best and affordable fitness band: Get the realme band in Shopee

It has been 3 months since my "walking exercise". It made me lose 10 lbs for 3 consecutive months. It was never easy but I swear I have learned to love it as months passed by. It made me perspire a lot,  lose bulges in proper places and help me burn calories everyday. As we all know, moderate physical activity is a great immune booster against illness and viruses.  

I have been doing the walking workouts with my partner. I noticed that he's been using a realme band sports tracker from day one. The realme band supports 9 sport modes such as walking, running, yoga, and more.

It also has a Real-time heart monitor to measure your  heart rate every 5 minutes, allowing you to keep a close watch on your health. The best thing is it can also track and analyze sleep quality and generate a report which helps you know more about your sleeping pattern. I needed that, since I have been staying up late at night.

It features an Idle Alert which automatically remind you to move or take a walk if you have been sitting  for a long time. It can also help you drink water at regular intervals, keeping you hydrated and healthy.

 I looked it up in Shopee, realme Official Store.  It comes in 3 colors, (black, green and yellow.)

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You can shop your favorite realme band here for only P1390

 https://shopee.ph/realmeofficialstore 

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