Shopee partners with The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia for the 9.9 Super Shopping Day with the Disney Funtastic Bazaar

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, collaborates with The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia, to bring the well-loved Disney Funtastic Bazaar online at its 9.9 Super Shopping Day. This partnership demonstrates the efforts of Shopee and Disney to reach, engage, and capture a growing proportion of digital consumers in the region. From August to September, Shopee users across Southeast Asia can look forward to an exceptional line-up of exciting promotions at the Disney Funtastic Bazaar. In the Philippines, the campaign will take place until 30 August.

In the past few years, the number of digital consumers across Southeast Asia has grown rapidly and is estimated to continue flourishing to reach 310 million by 2025. Coupled with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic which has propelled shifts in lifestyles, even more consumers are turning to e-commerce to fulfil their shopping needs. This presents an immense opportunity for brands and retailers to venture into or expand their businesses online, in order to capture this growing proportion of online-first consumers and future-proof their operations. 

Ian Ho, Regional Managing Director, Shopee, said, “In the past few months, the growth of e-commerce has accelerated significantly. Today, e-commerce is no longer the exception but the norm. This is why we are excited to collaborate with Disney to bring the popular Disney Funtastic Bazaar on Shopee, which will feature exclusive Disney-themed content, in-app games, and live streams. By merging Disney’s fan-favourite characters and stories with Shopee’s wealth of insights on online shoppers, we strive to recreate the Disney experience that is loved by millions on Shopee, and to deliver a fun, engaging and an unforgettable experience for Disney and Shopee fans alike.” 

“We are committed to bringing the magic of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars to the daily lives of families and fans everywhere, and are excited to be working with Shopee to launch Disney Funtastic Bazaar across Southeast Asia. For the first time, the widest curated selection of Disney licensed merchandise will be available online, in one place, bringing convenience and fun to more fans in Southeast Asia with engaging virtual retail experiences,” said Dan Dossa, Vice President & General Manager, Consumer Products Commercialization, The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia, India, Middle East and North Africa.

From now until 30 August, Disney Funtastic Bazaar will feature a week of non-stop excitement including exclusive Disney-themed clothing apparel, bags, footwear, and more on Shopee in the Philippines. Here are some promotions and discounts featuring beloved stories and characters from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars, including:

●      Limited Edition Disney x Pandora Bracelet Raffle: A limited edition Disney themed Pandora Bracelet will be raffled off to two lucky shoppers. From August 29 to 30, users will need to spend a minimum of Php 5,000 from any of the licensed Disney stores. Winners will be announced on September 15, 2020 via Shopee’s Facebook post.

●      Exclusive Disney merchandise via the Disney Official Store: Shoppers across the region can now easily access a wide assortment of their favourite Disney merchandise via the Disney official store on Shopee. This includes Disney-themed clothing and accessories brands such as Havaianas, Kipling and toys from Lego and Crayola. 

Find out more about Disney Funtastic Bazaar at https://shopee.ph/m/mall-daily-offers.

Download the Shopee app for free on the App Store or Google Play Store.

Let us #StayStrongStayBeautiful while we wait for a cure to this pandemic

“Bawal Magkasakit” now more than ever, has that reminder been more important, since we can’t even go to the hospital for a checkup unless its really an emergency.

So its up to us to take care of ourselves and keep ourselves healthy while we wait for a cure to this pandemic.

Thats why i make sure to drop by @watsonsph to stock up on my daily vitamins like Fern C, Medguard wipes to sanitize things like door knobs and table tops before touching them and the new Safeguard Micellar bodywash Berries and Pear variant for personal hygiene.

Shop your essentials through Watsons Online or through their Call and Delivery Services. Watsons stores, on the other hand, will remain open to serve you!

Get 10% off on these Casio watches on Shopee’s Fashion Friday

If youre looking for the best fitness smartwatch for its highly accurate GPS and heart rate tracking. Look no more,  for Casio G-Shock is now available in Shopee.  

For that huge selection of watch faces, Get 10% off on these Casio watches during Shopee’s Fashion Friday on August 28. Check these out. 

Here are my Top Picks: 

Casio G-Shock (GBD-H1000-8DR) Black Resin Strap GPS Heart Rate Bluetooth 200 Meter Solar Watch

Add to cart this beauty for only P23,750 and its free-shipping. 

The Casio G-Shock is made of resin band and is solar-powered. It has a display of distance, speed, pace and other calculated  values based on GPS, auto/manual lap times, Auto Pause, Auto Run Timing Start, target alert setting time for altitude, time and calories burned. It also measures heart rate, target heart rate setting, heart rate zone graphic indication, maximum heart rate and minimum heart rate. 

 
Casio G-Shock GA-2100-1ADR Black Resin Strap Shock Resistant 200 Meter Analog Digital Watch


Add to cart this Casio G-shock resistant for only Php7,130. 
Its free-shipping too. 

This solar powered watch has a carbon core guard structure and is waterproof at 200-meter water resistance. It has a double LED light. For the face,  it has super illuminator, selectable illumination duration is 1.5 seconds or 3 seconds. While its LED backlight for the digital display has a super illuminator, selectable illumination duration for 1.5 seconds or 3 seconds afterglow. It also has a built-in 31 time zones, daylight saving on/off.

Again, get these Casio G-Shock GPS smart watch here https://shopee.ph/casiophilippines

For more sale alerts and best deals download Shopee app now in your App store or Google Play.  

Experience a smarter viewing experience with Samsung’s NEW TU8000 Crystal UHD TVs

With most of the country still on community quarantine, a lot of families are spending their time watching their favorite tv shows, videos and online content, making quality entertainment devices such as smart TVs, an essential in Filipino homes.

Samsung, the Global No. 1 TV for 14 years, has been coming up with products that are laden with technology-driven features, to provide families with only the best entertainment possible.

Now, the brand is introducing its latest, feature-packed Samsung TU8000 Crystal UHD TV. Apart from providing colors for more vivid and crisp pictures through a stunning 4K UHD screen, the latest smart TV offers one of the most convenient viewing experiences with its Tap View, Bixby Voice Assistant and Ambient Mode, for crystal-clear entertainment with the entire family.

With the TU8000 Crystal UHD TV’s Tap View, one can easily cast images and videos from their smartphones with the rest of the family by simply tapping their phone on the smart TV.

A Bixby Voice Assistant function lets the family “talk” directly to the smart TV, enabling it to perform specific tasks through simple voice commands. This makes for a more enhanced entertainment experience as time spent navigating through menus is greatly minimized.

The Crystal UHD TV’s adaptive Ambient mode, on the other hand, enables the smart TV to seamlessly blend in with the surroundings and be a beautiful display when not in use. Ambient mode enables the family to add color and personality to their living space, even showcasing their favorite family photos as wallpaper.

Aside from these prime features, the Crystal UHD TV delivers an immersive real 4K UHD resolution for a powerful picture quality courtesy of an ultra-fast crystal processor 4K. Its slim, 3 side bezel-less design also makes for a truly immersive viewing experience because it lets the family see the picture and not the TV, drawing everyone into the screen, even from different angles.

For more exciting family-bonding activities, the Crystal UHD TV also features an auto game mode which readily optimizes the screen and minimizes input lag, giving dad and the kids a smooth gaming experience, and the best reasons to enjoy their favorite online games.

Rarin’ to let your family have the most convenient viewing experience? Now is the best time to get the latest Samsung TU8000 Crystal UHD TV!

The TU8000 Crystal UHD is now available at Samsung's authorized dealer stores nationwide. As of writing, the 43-inch model has an SRP of P27,999, the 50-inch at SRP P33,999 and the 55-inch model at SRP P41,999. 

Discounts are available for cash and straight card transactions.

Smart brings Ellie Goulding's The Brightest Blue Experience online concert to Filipino fans

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. makes it simpler for Filipinos to score tickets and watch Ellie Goulding’s The Brightest Blue Experience along with millions of fans around the world.

Smart has partnered with LIVENow, a pay-per-view service, which shall broadcast the British singer-songwriter’s one-off exclusive virtual concert live on August 27 from London’s iconic Victoria & Albert Museum.

The showcase will see Ellie perform tracks from her new album for the first time as well as some fan favorites, accompanied by a special ensemble of live musicians and a very special guest.

Smart subscribers can buy their ticket and conveniently charge this to their postpaid bill. To do this, subscribers only need to sign up at https://www.live-now.com,  select Pay Your Phone, then choose Smart as mode of payment. Smart Prepaid customers can also conveniently buy their concert pass using their prepaid load.

Digital concerts in the new normal

As the world continues to deal with the pandemic situation, online concerts have become a huge source of entertainment for the quarantined public. 

Through this, Smart continues to bring subscribers closer to their passions, in this case music, by giving them easy access to world-class talents amid the new normal.

Ellie Goulding's The Brightest Blue Experience adds to the string of local and international artists that Smart has brought closer to Filipino fans through exclusive experiences and elevated lifestyle perks.

Country's fastest mobile data network

Smart subscribers can enjoy the concert seamlessly powered by the country's fastest mobile data network, as recognized by third-party analytics firms, such as Ookla and Opensignal.

Ookla, the global leader in internet testing and analysis, recently named Smart as the country’s fastest mobile data network in the first half of 2020 after it achieved a Speed Score™ of 18.33, with average speeds of 15.94 Mbps for download and 7.57 Mbps for upload, based on 2,810,963 user-initiated tests taken with Speedtest®.    

On the other hand, Opensignal, an independent mobile analytics firm, reported in its April 2020 Mobile Network Experience Report* for the Philippines that Smart remained ahead of the competition in terms of Video Experience, Upload, and Download Speed Experience, Voice App Experience, Games Experience, and 4G Availability.  

To know more about The Brightest Blue Experience concert, visit https://smart.com.ph/Pages/smartEllieGoulding. 

McDonald’s continues to re-assure customers with its safety protocols

As the country adapts to the new normal, McDonald’s Philippines continues to re-assure its customers of its steadfast commitment to safety through its protocols and facilities. 

Quality, service, safety, cleanliness and value have always been inherent in McDonald’s operating culture. Aside from complying with government guidelines, the company leverages on global standards on safety to better protect its people and safely serve its customers. 

McDonald’s has already implemented various measures in their stores and different ordering channels through its M Safe program. Each store has a dedicated safety manager to ensure all protocols are followed by employees such as wearing of masks and/or face shields, use of gloves, daily submission of health check forms, temperature checks before and after every shift, and increased hand washing frequency to every 30 minutes, among others. The safety managers also ensure that customers are properly guided on the protocols in the store.

In addition, McDonald’s ensures customers that it uses fresh air ventilation and air conditioning mechanism in all its stores. Its fresh air supply system is certified by the Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (Mandaluyong Chapter).

With its design, McDonald’s stores are equipped with the following, ensuring a safer environment in the store: 

●      centralized air conditioners that are equipped with higher filtration systems

●      low air velocity for lower risk of the spread of airborne contaminants

●      proper air humidity and comfortable temperature where contaminants are less active

●      efficient utilization of outdoor fresh air for better ventilation

“We understand that consumers remain to be wary of their safety in shared spaces. Part of our commitment is to ensure that from our protocols to our facilities, we have the best systems in place for the safety of everyone, especially inside our stores,” said Kenneth S. Yang, President and Chief Executive Officer of McDonald’s Philippines. “With these measures in place, employees are safe and customers can enjoy their favorite World Famous Fries or Best-Tasting Chicken McDo worry-free in any McDonald’s branch in the country.” Yang added.

“We commend McDonald’s for their continuous efforts not just in implementing preventive measures for their customers and employees, but also in ensuring that their stores are in the safest conditions to operate,” DTI Secretary Ramon Lopez said. 

McDonald’s encourages customers to send their feedback to msafe@ph.mcd.com.

Enjoy the month-long Acer Day 2020 with exclusive deals and discounts

Every year, fans gather to enjoy everything Acer has to offer.

The annual Acer Day pushes through but will be extra special this year. 

Acer Philippines is throwing a month-long event "Acer Day: Feel the Vibe" that would allow fans and consumers to get exclusive deals and treats.

 

The brand opens its doors to content creators, gamers, and professionals to give them the option to upgrade or to discover something new that would help them elevate their work. This year, the celebration is bigger and utilizes the most resilient enabler during the lockdowns: technology.

"Acer Day is a tradition that we cannot cancel," said Sue Ong-Lim, Acer’s General Manager. "By going online, we believe that we will be able to reach more consumers and fans will have all the time they need to choose the right work or play laptop for them. This will also enable us to keep them safe in their homes but still have fun pairing and comparing from the list of our exclusive deals."

Acer Day is Acer’s biggest annual brand event of the year and it will be launched simultaneously across seven countries.

Now that companies have accelerated digital transformation, it's time to upgrade and level up the digital life experience with brand new Acer laptops. 

Telecommuting workers can avail themselves of the new Acer Swift 3 which runs on Intel Core i5 or i7, and consumers score a free Microsoft Office 2019. These essentials for working from home setup will enable every worker to perform their tasks effectively and seamlessly.

To consumers who often use video for communications can preorder an Acer Aspire 5 so they get a free Smart Bro LTE Pocket WiFi or an Acer Folding Work Desk. Graduate from the dining table as a work desk and grab this steal during the "Acer Day: Feel the Vibe" month-long event.

While Acer Swift 5 and Acer Swift 7 are already right on the budget, Acer is still giving away up to 25% off on select models for every order of the two sleek and light laptops at the Acer PH Online Store (https://store.acer.com/en-ph). 

There is no excuse for missing this exciting event. Don't miss out on the exclusive deals and discounts on the leading personal computing brand. 

Visit Acer’s Official Social Media Pages for more details: Facebook – @AcerPH, Instagram – @acerph, Twitter – @acerphils, www.acer.com.

Five Practical Tips to Prepare Parents for their Kids’ New Normal Schooling

Most parents are now worried more than ever. Aside from thinking of ways on how to keep their family tight and safe during the pandemic, mom and dads are probably stressing on the many changes in the ‘new normal’, including their work set-up, new socialization activities with friends and family, and most importantly, their kids’ online schooling. In this feature, Huawei shares five practical tips to help parents prepare for their kids this academic year.  

Getting ahead and setting expectations 

Since parents are expected to work closely with children this year to provide learning guidance, it is important for them to be ahead in knowing what kind of program the school will be implementing. Be involved in orientations and ask important questions so you can easily answer your child when he or she asks for your support. 

Before the start of the school year, have an honest and open communication with your child regarding this new study set-up. Set goals and practice good learning routines so they can adapt easily and enjoy this new journey. 

Do a tech check on your kids’ online learning needs 

Most of the schools will have their own list of homeschooling requirements for their students, including traditional art and school supplies, modules, books, a specified bandwidth for Internet connection, and a decent laptop.

For remote learning, a decent laptop means having to blend well with a good connection and can handle day-to-day tasks of your children. HUAWEI MateBook D Series is known for that. On top of it being lightweight and ultra slim-profiled, it also has powerful computing hardware so you won’t have to worry about your child’s lag complaints. Huawei MateBook D14 and D15 have a feature that will protect your children from harmful radiation. These laptops win the competition of having the best screen display in the market while taking care of users eyes through TUV Rheinland eye-protection features. 

These laptops also have Huawei Share, an advanced file-sharing and multitasking features to get their schoolwork done faster. Huawei Share lets users transfer files from Huawei phone to MateBook and vice versa, in just one hop. Click this link to learn more about this cool feature.

MateBook D Series comes with a free router. This will power your child to get more things done because of fast internet connectivity.When you purchase any of these laptops, you will get a backpack that is also convenient for them if they want to move to new workspace with their tools and school supplies.

Make sure they are comfortable with their space

Studying at home can also mean more ways for children to get distracted. They may get too comfortable thinking their toys and their own bed are within reach. This is why it is important to have a designated workspace where they can be productive or simply relax with a spacious study table and a comfortable chair. 

You also have to make sure that this designated space is free from external noise. Apart from placing their study table in a quiet area, it will also help if your child uses a wireless earphone like the HUAWEI FreeBuds 3i. These can help your children focus more on their lessons and assignments because of its Active Noise Cancellation technology for unparalleled audio immersion, smart touch-based controls and fast pairing convenience. HUAWEI FreeBuds 3i is very afforadble at PHP 5990 and comes with a cool nova designed case and a beautiful steel bottle that will entice them to drink more water. With this, there will be no need for them to get up and get water during their online classes.

Don’t get stuck on virtual life 

Spending more hours in front of a computer can be physically and emotionally exhausting. Parents should take charge and monitor their kids’ online activities and encourage them take time off the screen. This can mean more play time, art activities, or doing exercise together.

To accompany you and your child in these activities, you may try the new HUAWEI Watch GT2. 

Featuring 100 + exercise and workout modes (indoor & outdoor), with heart rate, oxygen, and stress monitoring features, built-in music player, and calorie tracker, the Watch GT 2e ensures that every workout session is down to science. It is also encased in a sleek yet durable steel frame that you can wear even up to 50-deep underwater. Battery lasts for 2 weeks so students could play more and study on without having the need to charge their smartwatch from time to time. They can even pair this to their android phones: https://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/content/en-us00737012/

It is okay to ask to for help  

You won't always know how to help your kid and it’s okay. If you are not too techy or really having a hard time balancing your work and supporting your child’s online schooling, think about who could help fill in the gaps. Lok to family, friends, teachers, and others for help

Communicate with the school about how things are going, leading with positives first. Everyone's doing their best, and it's important for teachers to know what's working and not working for your kid so they can get the help they need.

Embarking to new normal may not be easy for all, especially for parents trying to solve the pre- distance learning hurdles for their kids. Just remember that we have the power to come out stronger from this experience, as we learn to adapt our lives and face these shared challenges.

Huawei’s Back-to-School Promotion

With the incoming school season migrating to cyberspace, from students to teachers to administrators and everyone in between - deserves an upgraded online education experience offered by Huawei’s Back to School suite of tech solutions.

You can visit the stores from this link to get the promo bundles now: https://consumer.huawei.com/ph/press/news/2020/huawei-back-to-school-offer-in-aug/

Join can also join Huawei Community for more perks and benefits - https://tinyurl.com/yxnyft39

realme PH culminates month-long Fanfest on August 28 with a music festival and a Lazada sale

Buckle up as realme Philippines brings in loads of exciting offers and surprises on August 28 during the Super Brand Day event on Lazada. From great discounts to amazing musical performances, realme fans can expect to enjoy a fun-filled day celebrated in culmination of the month-long realme Fanfest. 

The realme Fanfest is the smartphone brand’s initiative to stay connected with its community and customers amidst the new normal. Its cadence of activities includes partnerships with Angkas, TikTok and Forever21, 8.8 online sale events, the realme Mobile Legends Cup Season 3 and the launch of the realme C15. The fastest-growing smartphone brand is now ready to cap off the month-long festivity on a high note with all the promos and events happening on August 28. 

Dare to enjoy retail therapy during realme Super Brand Day on Lazada

With the moderate start of virtual classes and the huge shift of consumers to a highly digital lifestyle, a reliable tech partner is indeed a must-have for everyone. This is why realme is keen on offering its superb devices at more attainable price points. Fans and supporters can score as much as 30% off on select realme devices through realme's LazMall flagship store.

Happening during the Brand Mega Offer from 12 am to 2 am on August 28, fans can catch exclusive discounts for some of the brand’s recently launched top-notch devices such as the realme X3 SuperZoom and the realme C15. Its entry-level contenders realme 5i (3+32GB) and realme 6i (3+64GB) are available at 5% off, priced at only Php 6,190.00 and Php 7,590.00, respectively. Those ready for a top-tier midrange experience can enjoy a Php 500 discount on the realme 6 (8+128) and a Php 700 discount on the realme 6 Pro (8+128). The brand’s first flagship device in the Philippines, the realme X3 SuperZoom (12+256), can be purchased for only Php 24,790.00. The realme Watch, tagged as the user’s personal health companion, can also be availed for a discounted price of Php 2,990.00. 

The 4GB + 64GB variant of newly launched battery beast realme C15 is also up for grabs for only Php 6,690.00. Consequently, realme is giving an extra Php 300.00 voucher to the first 100 purchasers of the realme C15 3GB+64GB variant during the Super Brand Day Sale.

realme Philippines will also be offering more device discounts at the Crazy Flash Sale Offers on Lazada, happening successively throughout August 28. Shop from Home, Shop Safely on Lazada.

 To complete the ultimate realme experience, users can also avail the realme accessories with up to 25% discount during the Crazy Flash Sale Offer

Dare to sing the night away at the realme Music Fanfest

realme Philippines last hurrah for August is the realme Music Fanfest, a virtual concert headlined by Moira dela Torre, Krissha Viaje, and December Avenue. The free virtual concert will start at 5 p.m. via livestream on realme Philippines’ official Facebook page and YouTube channel. 

“We are excited to bring in this string of activities on August 28. This is our way of expressing gratitude to our ever-supportive fans. You can expect more great things from realme Philippines as we are committed to bringing you nothing but the best of the tech partners you need,” shared realme Philippines VP for Marketing Austine Huang. 

For exclusive updates and announcement, visit the realme Philippines' official Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts with the handle @realmePhilippines. 

HealthNow all-in-one health app launched by 917 Ventures & AC Health

Consulting with a licensed doctor, getting a prescription, buying medicines, and securing laboratory appointments can now be done at home with just a few taps on your mobile phone.

Powered by 917 Ventures, a wholly-owned corporate incubator by Globe, and Vigos Health, a subsidiary of AC Health, HealthNow delivers a hassle free experience by providing patients with the healthcare services that they need. Available in Google Play for Android and the App Store for iOS, anyone can register using their mobile phone number, email address, or even their Facebook account. 

The app provides freedom of choice and flexibility, as users are provided with the options to consult with a doctor anytime, anywhere using video calls. Patients can also ask for an e-prescription and have medicine and vitamins delivered to their homes. Finally, they can also easily book appointments for face-to-face consultations and diagnostic tests and even have their lab results interpreted online.

“In 917 Ventures, we want to go beyond telecommunications by helping solve day-to-day problems in the country using pioneering digital solutions in the areas of health, education, and financial technology, among others. By giving the public convenient access to primary care needs, HealthNow is able to alleviate pain points that Filipinos experience today with the healthcare system. Ultimately, we envision HealthNow to be the healthcare companion that patients can rely on to get better and to stay healthy and well,” said Issa Guevarra-Cabreira, 917Ventures Managing Partner.

"Vigos Health invests in healthtech businesses that have the potential to disrupt the healthcare industry and give added value to our network. We are excited to launch HealthNow, and we have worked in collaboration with patients, doctors, and other medical professions to ensure our platform is convenient and easy to use. It will definitely be a game-changer to the way Filipinos approach health," Christian Besler, CEO of Vigos ventures also mentioned.

To promote continuity of care and break the silos in healthcare, HealthNow is supported by KonsultaMD, FamilyDOC, Healthway, and Generika, which are all assets under 917Ventures and AC Health. KonsultaMD, which also has its own 24/7 telemedicine hotline and app, lends the services of its licensed physicians to further augment HealthNow’s roster of doctors. FamilyDoc and Healthway provide the same assistance while Generika handles medicine delivery.

“At AC Health, our vision has always been to create an integrated healthcare ecosystem, providing care whenever or wherever our patients need us. With HealthNow, patients can access teleconsults from our Healthway and FamilyDOC physicians, book lab appointments, and avail of medicine delivery from our Generika drugstores. Ultimately, we believe that health technology is a key enabler to our network, and that it will play an even more critical role during this pandemic," said Paolo Borromeo President and CEO of AC Health.

Doctors who need to meet with their patients but cannot do so due to various reasons, may also join Healthnow to extend their patient care online.

To know more about HealthNow, visit https://healthnow.ph/. Android users may also download the app through https://bit.ly/DownloadHNAndroid. For iOS users, they may download via https://apple.co/3glK4TL.