realme Philippines introduces additional AIoT devices for Filipino tech lifestyle

The COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent quarantines have driven everyone to adopt a more digital lifestyle. With protocols like work-from-home and distance learning being set in place, realme Philippines adds new products to its current line-up to complement the digital lifestyle of its young fans. The arrival of the realme Buds Air Neo, Powerbank 2 and Adventure Backpack follows a string of successful smartphone and AIoT product launches, allowing the squad to complete the 360° realme experience. 

In the first five months of 2020, realme Philippines has launched five smartphones, a fitness band and smart audio devices. This vigorous launch of products is a testament to the commitment of the fastest growing smartphone brand to offer a much more holistic realme experience. “Digitalization and technology are what would spell the new normal in the post-pandemic era. This is the reason why we at realme remain aggressive in making more quality and affordable devices available in the Philippines. We are glad that we can support young Filipinos in their adoption of a highly digital lifestyle,” shares realme Philippines VP for Marketing Austine Huang. 

SUPER LOW LATENCY FOR SUPERIOR AUDIO EXPERIENCE

True Wireless Sound can now be experienced by the youth without having to worry about a costly price tag. The realme Buds Air Neo offers the first Super Low Latency 119.2ms Gaming Mode in the sub-1,500 segment. The Buds Air Neo also intelligently pairs with the user’s smartphone, a feature made possible by its R1 True Wireless Chip, which also comes with dual-channel transmission technology. Gamers, video streamers and movie buffs can also enjoy a rich audio experience with the Buds Air Neo’s 13mm Bass Boost Driver, which unleashes true bass potential and brings about the dynamism and layers of the bass. The smart audio device has an assured 17hours of playback. The realme Buds Air Neo will initially be available in Pop White, but the other colorways Punk Green and Rock Red would be available in the market soon. 

Users are encouraged to download the realme Link App to optimize the overall experience for realme AIoT products. The app is available for all Android smartphones and can be downloaded through this link: https://bit.ly/2zE7nci. 

SPEEDY POWER FOR THOSE ON THE GO

A digital lifestyle of downloads, uploads and streaming can exhaust any device. To help the youth have a smooth digital experience, realme Philippines also launches the upgraded version of its power accessory, the realme Powerbank 2. The powerbank’s 10,000mAh power is enhanced by an 18W two-way Quick Charge capability. To ensure the safety of AIoT devices while charging up, the realme Powerbank 2 has a low-current charging feature that can be enabled through a double tap on the power button.  With a 13-layer Circuit Protection and high-grade safety features, the power device will not incur capacity degradation even after 500 charges. It has USB-A and Type-C charging ports. 

The realme Powerbank 2 sports a new micro stripes design. It will be available in black and yellow colors. 

STYLE, QUALITY AND CAPACITY FOR NEW ADVENTURES

As everybody prepares for adventures apropos of the new normal, realme Philippines brings the latest addition to its branded merchandise --  the realme Adventure Backpack. The backpack has a large 32L capacity storage. Users may store devices in it safely as well as it has a 4-level splash resistance treatment, a separate laptop sleeve that can hold a 17-inch notebook, and a safety buckle. It also comes with features that promote user convenience such as easy-access side pockets and zippers, a multifunctional band, an extra-padded silk handle, thick pearl cotton straps, and a trolley strap. It is made of a 650D high-density British Oxford Cotton, a high-grade combed cotton fabric, for durability. 

PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

The realme Buds Air Neo, Powerbank 2 and Adventure Backpack come with a regular SRP of Php 1,990, Php 1,190 and Php 1,490, respectively. 

Lazada customers will enjoy a Php 200 discount on each of the new products during a special initial offering promo on June 19, which starts at 12 midnight. On the same date, Shopee users can also avail a special discounted price of Php 1,737 and Php 961 for the realme Buds Air Neo and Powerbank 2 from 12 midnight to 8:59 a.m. and from 12 noon to 11:59 p.m.

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

GOT7’s Park Jin Young Joins Globe Kmmunity PH For Virtual Hangout

Despite majority of concerts getting cancelled this year, Globe continues to find ways to treat its loyal subscribers with special surprises.

GOT7’s Park Jin Young, more commonly known as Jinyoung, will be joining Globe’s Kmmunity PH Facebook group for an exclusive online meet and greet this coming June 19. 

Jinyoung is a South Korean singer, songwriter and actor who made his acting debut in the drama Dream High 2 in 2012. He also appeared in K-dramas like Legend of the Blue Sea, He is My Love and, When a Man Falls in Love.  His most recent work is the fantasy romance drama He is Psychometric where Jinyoung plays the main character. 

Jinyoung already expressed his excitement in meeting his loyal Filipino fans.

To give Filipino K-Pop fans an even sweeter chance to meet their idols for free, Globe will be hosting a virtual hangout right in the Facebook group they created for hallyu fans of all kinds.

In a video sent by the Korean pop star himself, Jinyoung greeted his fans with an excited “Mabuhay! Kamusta kayo?”. He then proceeded to invite all his Filipino fans to an exclusive e-meet to be hosted on Globe’s K-mmunity PH Facebook Group on June 19 at 7 p.m.

“Thank you Globe for giving me the chance to meet all of my fans from the Philippines,” said the star.

To top off the sweet message, Jinyoung flashed his signature finger hearts and exclaimed a sincere “Mahal ko kayo! Ingat!”.

To watch the e-meet and greet with Jinyoung, fans can stream the event via Globe’s Kmmunity PH group. For super fans who want to be part of the virtual hangout and interact with the GOT7 members, they have a chance to win a few select spots by joining Globe’s Ultimate Stan contest.

Fans who get a slot to be part of the E-Meet and Greet can expect a night full of fun activities and games as well as enjoy special performances and interviews with Jinyoung. 

Join the Kmmunity PH Facebook group now to get the newest Kpop updates and to win special prizes and exclusive invites to fun K-culture activities.

To make sure that you do not miss out on anything during the virtual hangout, you may subscribe to Globe’s Go50 which give you up to 5GB data for all sites that is valid for 3 days, combined with GoKorean10 booster for an additional 1GB for K-apps that is valid for 1 day. 

Globe at Home subscribers may subscribe to HomeWatch199 that gives them up to 6GB data for all sites and 4GB daily data allocation for video with 7 days validity. 

BISTRO GROUP RE-OPENS SOME BRANCHES FOR DINE-IN GUESTS

  As lockdowns start to ease, The Bistro Group opened some of its restaurants for dine-in guests starting June 15, while strictly following  protocols  and regulations set by government  agencies to ensure the health  and safety of  the customers and their staff.

Those who have missed eating inside Bistro restaurants can now do so at the following branches:  

Re-unite with your comfort food (think burgers, ribs) at TGIFRIDAYS:

            Bonifacio High Street

            Alabang Town Center

            SM MOA

            Glorietta

            Evia

            Store Hours:  10 am to 6 pm

    Cebu (opening soon, 10 am to 6pm)

Missed those hearty Italian-American pastas, pizzas and mains?   Revisit ITALIANNI’S at:

            BGC

            Ayala North Exchange

            Greenbelt

            Glorietta          

            Eastwood

            Evia

            Midtown

            Alabang Town Center

            Vista Mall Sta. Rosa.

Store Hours:   10 am to 6 pm(except Vista Mall -  from 11 am to 6pm and 

            Midtown from 11 am to 7 pm)

            

 Enjoy your favorite slams, all-day breakfasts and more at DENNY’S branches at Uptown Parade Midtown, Eastwood, Vista Mall

Store Hours:  8 am to 6pm (except Vista Mall from 11 am to 8 pm)

            

       Legendary steaks and fall-off-the-bone ribs are yours to enjoy again at 

TEXAS ROADHOUSE  branches in 

                        Greenbelt

                        Inside Italianni’s Evia Lifestyle Center

                        Store Hours:  10 am to 6 pm

You can feast again on taste of home-cooked, comforting Shanghainese cuisine at these MODERN SHANGHAI branches:

                        Evia Lifestyle Center 

                        NOMO  (Vista North of Molino)

                        Store Hours:  10 am to 6 pm

‘Sushi’ you at WATAMI while practicing social distancing.  Enjoy sushi, aburi, and other great-tasting Japanese dishes at these branches:

Greenbelt

                        Watami Ayala North Exchange

                        Inside TGIFridays Glorietta

 Inside TGIFridays Bonifacio High Street

                        Inside TGIFridays SM MOA

                        Inside TGIFridays Alabang Town Center

Inside TGIFridays Evia 

NOMO  (Vista North of Molino – opening soon)

Store hours: 10am to 6pm

Meanwhile, BUFFALO WILD WINGS  offers take-out and delivery service  inside Denny’s Vista Mall and Denny’s Uptown 

Want more for Father’s Day? Choose the Taco Bell Party Pack for you!

Make your Father’s Day celebration memorable by throwing a taco party for dad with Taco Bell’s new Father’s Day Bundle for 4! The whole family can enjoy all their Taco Bell favorites in one pack! Get four crunchy or soft Tacos, 2 Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes, and a Cheese Quesadilla all for just P550. The bundle is available until June 30 so you can celebrate Father’s Day every day this month of June! Available for take-out, and delivery through GrabFood, Foodpanda, and their new hotline 8911-11-11.

Want more for Father’s Day? Choose the Taco Bell Party Pack for you! Order a Party Pack of Tacos, Burritos, and Quesadillas and so much more. Party Packs start at Php399.

 “We all love to show our appreciation for our fathers on their special day. Through the Father’s Day bundle plus the Party Packs, you can make your dad feel special by giving him his Taco Bell favorites,” Angela Cruz, Marketing Manager for Taco Bell said.

For more information about this offer and to keep updated about Taco Bell, follow them on Facebook and Instagram. 

Five Dad-approved meals perfect for Father’s Day

Father’s Day is coming up this weekend, and while the current public health situation means we can’t go out and celebrate as we used to, it won’t stop us from enjoying our family’s company. 

Celebrating Father’s Day under the New Normal entails that we have to be more mindful about physical distancing, including staying at home as much as possible. So if you’re looking for ways to honor Dad this coming Sunday, having a nice family lunch or dinner with great food from his favorite restaurants is a great idea. 

You can easily organize Father's Day celebrations from the comfort of your own home as most restaurants today already accept online transactions. And with PayMaya, paying for your orders is not only much easier, it is also more rewarding. 

Pay for your meals using only the mobile number registered to your PayMaya account for an added layer of convenience and security. With this payment option from PayMaya, you no longer have to input your card details on the website which makes paying much quicker and easier. By paying online, you also avoid the risk caused by cash handling. And when you pay with PayMaya, you can even enjoy 1%, 10%, or 100% BalikBayad on your order.  

Here are five Dad-approved restaurants you can conveniently order from and pay with your PayMaya mobile number: 

1.     Frankie’s New York Buffalo Wings (https://frankiesnywings.com/) 

Everybody loves chicken wings, and the best part about Frankie’s New York Buffalo Wings is that you can mix and match as many flavors as you want. Share and bond over dozens of Dad’s and the whole family’s favorite wing flavors to your heart’s desire—and if you haven’t tried Frankie’s yet, you should start off with the Frankie’s Classic Buffalo and Garlic Parmesan flavors, and pair it with their onion rings! 

2.     Army Navy (https://armynavy.com.ph/) 

If Dad’s in the mood for burgers or burritos, then you can’t go wrong with ordering from Army Navy, which is now available for delivery. Get him a California Burger, and throw in an extra patty for a double if he’s got a big appetite. And if he wants a burrito, how about ordering a steak or sisig burrito for good measure? The possibilities are limitless! 

3.     Central Delivery (https://centraldelivery.ph/) 

Central Delivery is the hub of all your favorite food - from Popeyes’ famous fried chicken and biscuits to Kuya J’s crispy pata and halo-halo, along with your favorites at Landers Central, Da Gianni, and Dough & Co. Whatever cuisine your family members are craving for, you can easily order them at Central Delivery.  
 

4.     Soban K-Town Grill (http://www.soban.ph/) 

Who hasn’t missed Korean samgyupsal buffets during the quarantine? Fortunately, Soban K-Town Grill is able to deliver their famed barbecue meats straight to your home. If you miss the samgyupsal experience, go for their BBQ Sets—either the Mega Meat or Favorite Feast BBQ Sets will satisfy your Korean barbecue craving. You can also order the barbecue meats a la carte if everyone wants more! 

5.     Boozy (https://boozy.ph/) 

What’s a Father’s Day celebration without drinks? Celebrate the company of family with Dad’s favorite liquor; no matter what it is, you can find it and have it delivered to your home through Boozy. Or if you’d prefer, you can suggest something new for him to appreciate—how about trying a smooth and easy drink like Hennessy VS? 

For your daily cravings, you can also use your PayMaya mobile number to pay for your online orders at McDonald’s, Goldilocks, and Domino’s Pizza. If you’re looking for a quick fastfood fix, checkout Jollibee, Burger King, Chowking, Mang Inasal, and Red Ribbon on Facebook and order your favorite meals via Facebook Messenger. Don't forget to pay with PayMaya!

Paying with your PayMaya mobile number is easy. All you have to do is follow these simple steps: 

1. Order your meals at the website of your chosen restaurant. 
2. Proceed to checkout and choose the online payment/credit card option.
3. You will be redirected to the PayMaya Checkout page. Here, click the Pay with PayMaya button. 
4. Log in using your PayMaya mobile number and password. 
5. An SMS with the One-Time Pin (OTP) will be sent to your mobile number. Key in the OTP on the webpage to verify your transaction. 
6. Wait for the SMS from PayMaya to confirm your payment. 

All that’s left to do is wait for your order and enjoy a nice family meal with Dad. Basta food deliveries, don't pay cash. PayMaya! 

If you don’t have your own PayMaya account yet, it’s easy to sign up in time for Father’s Day! Just download the PayMaya app for Android or iOS (https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133), register your own account, and start shopping with the fastest, safest, and most rewarding way to pay for anything both online and in stores! To make the most out of your PayMaya account, check out https://www.paymaya.com/quick-guide.  

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, and government. Aside from providing payments acceptance for the largest e-Commerce, food, retail and gas merchants in the Philippines, PayMaya enables national and social services agencies as well as local government units with digital payments and disbursement services.   

Through its PayMaya app and wallet, it provides millions of Filipinos with the fastest way to own a financial account with over 40,000 Add Money touchpoints nationwide, more than double the total number of traditional bank branches in the Philippines combined.  Its remittance service, Smart Padala by PayMaya, has a network of over 30,000 partner agents nationwide that serves as last mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to services. To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

RYAN AGONCILLO WILL RALLY TALENTED FILIPINOS THROUGH BANGON TALENTADONG PINOY

During this pandemic, more and more Filipinos are turning to their many skills and talents to bounce back. Just as we weathered many typhoons, earthquakes, even volcanic eruptions, Filipinos always find a way around whatever crisis – oftentimes even with smiles on their faces. For us, resilience is not just a trait, it’s a talent. And now, there is a digital and television program that celebrates the many ways Filipinos are proving this: BANGON TALENTADONG PINOY hosted by Ryan Agoncillo.

Based on the #1 hit program Talentadong Pinoy that dominated TV ratings from 2008-2014, BANGON TALENTADONG PINOY will again showcase the wide diversity of Filipino talent. And this time, boasting a total cash prize of P2.8 Million, a larger number of contestants can win anywhere from P2,000 to P5,000 to P50,000 even up to P250,000!

Original Talentadong Pinoy host Ryan Agoncillo returns to host the program – which will now be seen both online and on television via Cignal’s new free-to-air channel, OneTV! “Now, more than ever, people need a show like this,” Ryan explained. “At first I wasn’t keen on doing something that I have already done before, but I was convinced when I heard the new concept for the show and the goal of bringing hope and financial reward to people at a time when they need it most.”

To join, contestants just need to like the BANGON TALENTADONG PINOY Facebook page, then through a private message to the page, they can send their videos of their performance – be it a solo, duo or group performance. If the video is too big, they can also send links of their videos. If they are shortlisted by the Selection Committee, they will be contacted and be given further details.

BANGON TALENTADONG PINOY will be produced by Cignal TV through The IdeaFirst Company. The original team of Talentadong Pinoy will return: from director Rich Ilustre, writer Paolo

 

 

Bustamante and producers Perci Intalan, Malou Escio-Gascon and Dacky Dacanay. But this time creative direction will come from acclaimed filmmaker Jun Robles Lana. BANGON TALENTADONG PINOY is currently screening contestants and will go into production this July.

Westendorp de Brias paintings and religious art are top sellers at Casa de Memoria auctions

Exquisite oil paintings by revered Spanish artist Betsy Westendorp de Brias titled, "Crystal Palace,"  and “Summer Nights,” fetched a total price of over Php3 million at Casa de Memoria's inaugural online sale, titled Primero and Segundo. The successful two-day virtual event marked the auction house's fourth anniversary and was held for the benefit of Sta. Ana Hospital to help COVID-19 patients.

Aside from the inspired paintings, religious iconographies were also among the top-selling lots during the auction, with four lots collectively raking in over Php 1.3 million. Some highlights among the ecclesiastical art at the auctions were a painting of Our Lady of Guadalupe, another painting titled, "Adoration of The Magi," a Peruvian portable altarpiece, and a 19th-century oil painting showing the circumcision of Jesus Christ as an infant.

The auction also featured Casa de Memoria’s unrivaled curated selection of antiquities and heirlooms including furniture, jewelry, sculptures, and centerpieces, among many other Euro-Filipino objets d’art.

With these remarkable pieces and more, Casa de Memoria’s Primero and Segundo auctions were truly a celebration of art and charity. Part of the proceeds of the auctions went toward the construction of the Emergency Quarantine Facility (EQF) at the Sta. Ana Hospital, Manila. The EQF, designed by WTA Architecture & Design, will help care for COVID-19 patients.

For more updates, visit www.casadememoria

Go for More with Globe Prepaid's Newest and Biggest Promo

Get yourself new normal ready with Globe Prepaid's newset Go promos with the biggest GB's for all sites and apps!

The new Go promos allow you to surf any of your favorite apps without holding back – giving you the flexibility and freedom that you need. Now, you can choose from different Go promos with the biggest GBs, unlimited texts to all networks, and more. Choose from Go50, Go90, Go120, and Go140,  

At the same time, you can further amplify your internet connectivity with the GoBOOSTER add-ons. You can choose to boost your GoWATCH, GoPLAY, GoSHARE, GoSHOP and GoKOREANempowering you to live your lifestyle – from getting more GBs, more access to your favorite apps or even longer validity. 

These promos were made to help everyone ease into the new normal without the worry of running out of data and being limited by a list of apps. With Globe Prepaid, everyone is equipped to continue living their best lives.

Go register to the new Go promos via the GlobeOne App at http://glbe.co/globe-one!

Enjoy your favorite Kuya J dish with a delicious Halo-halo

What's a better way to enjoy Kuya J's mouthwatering delights? How about pairing it with Halo-halo for dessert?

You're in luck because Kuya J is now offering the Bida Bundles where you can get a 50% discount on select Kuya J meals that comes with a serving of either their Original or Ube Halo-halo. Meals included in the Bida Bundles promo are the succulent Beef Pares (now only 245 Php), the flavorful Chicken BBQ (now only 250 Php), the festive Palabok (now only 173 Php), the savory Lumpia Presko (now only 178 Php) and Kuya J's new must-try addition, the Filipino-style spaghetti (now only 159 Php).

The special promo is available until June 21, 2020 for delivery and pickup via www.centraldelivery.ph and takeout via the following branches: Kuya J Otis, SM Megamall, SM San Lazaro, Festival Mall, SM Southmall, SM Cubao, Waltermart North EDSA, Paseo de Magallanes, Robinsons Place Manila, and Eastwood. 

To know more about the Bida Bundles and Kuya J’s other promos, visit www.kuyaj.ph or follow @KuyaJResto on Facebook and Instagram.