PLDT Home enables users of the Grab App to create simple acts of kindness by sharing a part of their orders to the riders’ families

The pandemic may have drastically changed the lives of many Filipinos and for some, this meant major adjustment and acceptance. Working from home has become the new norm while dining-in has become ordering online. But the heart of the Filipino remains the same, that is to thrive rather than just survive and likewise reach out to assist one another.

 

PLDT Home continuously offers unique opportunities to continue to support others in these trying times. With a few simple clicks while ordering your food online, customers can now help bring joy and happiness to other families with the Buy Two, Share One program.

 

Partnering with Grab Food, PLDT Home enables users of the Grab App to create simple acts of kindness by sharing a part of their orders to the riders’ families. Just by following the simple steps in the app, customers now have the option to avail of the Buy Two, Share One promo and provide the rider the same food item that was ordered. This way, the hardworking hands behind the hundreds, if not thousands of deliveries being made each day, will experience the genuine generosity of the customers they serve.

 

Paying it forward has more than just satisfaction as a reward. PLDT Home showcases the many exciting prizes that await every Grab user who avails of the promo. Surprise your Grab driver by ordering for them by simply logging in to your Grab app, click on the Food feature and select the “Share with your Rider” option. Every Grab user who successfully orders using the “Share with your Rider” feature from January 24 to February 7 will be entitled to a raffle entry for a chance to win special prizes from PLDT. Grab users can order as many times within the promo period to earn more raffle entries. 

 

Sharing is indeed caring and it is now easier to share, more than ever. Be one-step closer to not only winning but being a blessing to others as well. 

 

Watch how celebrity couple Isabel Oli and John Prats changed a life of a Grab driver in this heartwarming video with PLDT Home (Link here). 

 

Red Ribbon opens 500TH store in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu

Red Ribbon recently opened its 500^th store located along MV Patalinghug Jr. Avenue inside the Pueblo Verde Mactan Economic Zone II in Lapu-Lapu City, a testament to the burgeoning market that is Cebu and their strong love for the brand.

 

This 63-hectare PEZA-registered, mixed-used economic zone is home to 14,000 employees while playing host to 49 multinational firms as well as numerous retail stores, office spaces, and other key establishments. Red Ribbon is proud to expand its footprint in this dynamic hub for commerce and industry in the Visayas region.

“We’re very pleased to inaugurate our 500^th store here in Lapu-Lapu City, which is truly a momentous occasion during this unprecedented time,” says Rollen Inoncillo, Head of Visayas and Mindanao Store Operations. “We see continuous demand for Red Ribbon that is why the brand remains committed towards bringing more sweetness to our customers through opening of new branches to reach more customers.”

 

This new Red Ribbon branch in the Queen City of the South allows for those residing in and around the first-class City of Lapu-Lapu—known as a major tourist destination that’s recognized for its natural beauty—to savor and enjoy the many well-loved products that Red Ribbon has been known for: from its iconic Black Forest Cake to its bestselling Dedication Cakes, Triple Chocolate Roll, Chocolate Mousse, Butter Mamon, Taisan, and more. Boasting of an enticing facade with spacious interiors, the brand’s loyal patrons can be assured of strict health and safety protocols as well for their peace of mind and enjoyment.

 

“Red Ribbon is here to ensure that Filipino families continue to have more special, memorable celebrations, more so now during this pandemic where celebration of life and special moments with loved ones are more relevant than ever,” says Zinnia Rivera, President of Red Ribbon Philippines. “We know how our well-loved products through the years have brought smiles to many faces, and we’re absolutely delighted to do the same for the people of Cebu.”

 

Red Ribbon invites the Cebuano people to visit their newest branch inside the Pueblo Verde Mactan Economic Zone II in Lapu-Lapu City. 

 

UNIQLO x Ines dela Fressange Spring Summer 2021

Ines de la Fressange personifies Parisian chic and inspires women around the world. This latest collaboration line features wardrobe essentials embodying her belief in designing clothes that all women can wear with comfort to reveal their beauty. 

Returning to her origins 

The Spring/Summer 2021 collection takes you to Deauville, a refined seaside resort in northwestern France to which Parisians flock in summer. The late Coco Chanel chose this locale for her first fashion boutique in 1913. The town was a fashion center in the early 20th century, with ladies and gentlemen frequently parading their finery along the promenade and throughout the town. Deauville is a place of special remembrances for Ines. She holidayed there when very young with her grandmother, encountering high fashion for the first time. The immemorable sight of elegant women in long dresses instilled in her the meaning of sophistication and has informed her Spring/Summer 2021 collection. 

Inspired by refined 1920s styling

Offerings this season take us back to the 1920s, when Deauville was flourishing. An elongated silhouette replaces oversizing in this collection, which features long, straight-lined skirts and dresses. The color palette is soft and composed, its grayish pastels reminiscent of Deauville’s sea and sky. The collection incorporates a rich variety of the shirts that are essential to Parisian wardrobes, enhancing enjoyment for all occasions. The range extends from casual 100% linen items to soutien collar twill shirts in translucent and silk shirts with fine details

#PowerUp with the new Redmi 9T

Xiaomi Philippines today announced the addition of a new Redmi smartphone: Redmi 9T. Redmi 9T was designed to deliver the exceptional performance and multi-day battery life that users crave without compromising on photography capabilities and overall design.

The fun launch event played with Redmi 9T’s tagline, #PowerUp. In addition to leveled up games and promos that highlighted the phone’s noteworthy features, the evening also featured a powerful performance from Filipino parkour athletes.

Redmi 9T  

Develop cinematic photos, spend less time editing

Redmi 9T is a photography powerhouse with its 48MP AI quad rear-camera. The device’s 8MP ultra-wide angle camera accommodates large group photos and wide landscape shots without cropping, while its 2MP macro lens and 2MP depth sensor enable stunning close-up shots with professional-level bokeh. Redmi 9T is also equipped with a new movie frame feature that gives photos a more cinematic look and feel without editing. It also sports a new time-lapse feature which offers various speed and duration values for shooting so users can capture creative time-lapse photos without tapping a DSLR or other professional camera.  

Performance shines through with powerful chipset and high-capacity battery

Despite its lightweight design, Redmi 9T packs a punch with its 6,000mAh (typ) battery and Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 662 chipset. Combined with its 11nm energy-efficient processor, Redmi 9T delivers higher performance with less heat production and lower power consumption than previous generations. Moreover, MIUI battery saving mode and reverse wired charging capabilities help maximize all-day, and even multi-day usage.  

The Redmi 9T comes with 18W fast charging and an in-box 22.5W charger.  

 

Durability and comfort join forces for a superior smartphone experience

Redmi 9T features a modern and minimalistic design with its rounded corners and an anti-fingerprint textured back. Its 6.53” FHD+ Dot Drop display with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 offers a crisp and clear viewing experience and strong protection against cracks and scratches. 

Redmi 9T also comes with Widevine L1 and TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certifications for a more enjoyable viewing experience. The device is available in four delightful color variants: Carbon Gray, Twilight Blue, Sunrise Orange, and Ocean Green. 

More to love with expandable storage  

Complete with Dual SIM and microSD expandable storage, Redmi 9T offers expandable storage of up to 512GB so users can keep their favorite apps, games, photos and videos all on one device. Infrared blaster support would come in handy on your Redmi 9T.  

Price and Availability

Redmi 9T will be available in  4GB + 64GB at a price of PHP 6,990.00. Meanwhile, the 6GB + 128GB version will be available at PHP 7,990.00. Both of Redmi 9T’s versions will be on sale at the Xiaomi Philippines Flagship Store on on Lazada and Shopee on January 29, 2021. There will be a special offering of PHP500 off for the 4+64GB variant for 24 hours.

The new Redmi 9T will also be available with exclusive freebies at Authorized Mi Stores and resellers only during the official sale.

For product images please refer to Redmi 9T. 

 

Redmi 9T quick specs:

 

Camera	48MP AI quad rear camera 48MP main camera: 1/2” sensor size, 1.6μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel, 0.8μm pixel size, f/1.79, 6P lens, AF 8MP ultra-wide angle camera :FOV 120°, f/2.2 2MP macro camera: 1.75μm pixel size, f/2.4, FF 2MP depth sensor: 1.75μm pixel size, f/2.4 8MP selfie camera: 1.12μm pixel size, f/2.05
Display	6.53" FHD+ Dot Drop display Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 front Brightness: 400 nits (typ) Color temperature adjustment Sunlight mode, Standard mode, Reading mode 2.0 TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification L1 Widevine certified
Design	Anti-fingerprint texture back Available colors: Carbon Gray, Twilight Blue, Sunrise Orange, Ocean Green Dimensions: 162.3mm x 77.3mm x 9.6mm Weight: 198g
Performance	Qualcomm®️ Snapdragon™ 662 mobile platform Qualcomm®️ Kryo™ 260, oct-core CPU, up to 2.0GHz Qualcomm® Adreno™ 610 GPU 11nm manufacturing process 3rd gen Qualcomm® AI Engine   UFS 2.1 (64GB)/UFS 2.2(128GB) storage Dual speakers, dust blaster, Hi-Res Audio Certified
Battery and Charging	6,000mAh (typ) battery 18W fast charging: In-box charger 22.5W, reverse wired charging* USB-C port
Connectivity**	Dual SIM + microSD: Expandable storage up to 512GB Bands: 2G: GSM: B2/3/5/8 3G: WCDMA: B1/2/4/5/8 4G: TDD-LTE: B38/40/41(2535-2655MHz) 4G: FDD-LTE: B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/20/28 Wireless Network: 2.4GHz/5GHz WIFI Bluetooth 5.0 IR Blaster FM radio (with headphones)
Storage variants	4GB+64GB 6GB+128GB

 

* No reverse wired charging cable included in the box

** Connectivity varies in different markets

 

For more information on Xiaomi Philippines, please visit Xiaomi’s official website and information portal at https://www.mi.com/ph, or follow their official Facebook or Instagram for other exciting updates.

 

PCIEERD partners with TikTok

Filipino TikTok users will now learn more Filipino scientific achievements and developments as the Department of Science and Technology Research and Development – Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) partnered with TikTok to boost promotion of Filipino-made technologies.  

 

During the virtual launch, DOST-PCIEERD inked a Memorandum of Understanding with TikTok to promote Filipino technologies through its science communication TikTok account @pinoyscience.  

 

DOST PCIEERD Executive Director Dr. Enrico Paringit said this collaboration is a big boost for the scientific community as it continues to reach out to Filipino netizens and garner support to innovations developed by Filipino researchers. 

 

"Communicating science to the public has always been a challenge for our researchers. As a leader and partner in enabling innovations, we are excited with this collaboration with TikTok as a new avenue for us to share distinctly pinoy innovations through this social media platform," he said.  

 

DOST-PCIEERD's account on TikTok

 

This partnership with TikTok is a six-month collaboration where TikTok will be providing training for researchers on how to use the platform for science communication, promotion of Filipino technologies, and conduct contests for the Filipino TikTok community.  

 

The first contest is through the #PinoyInnovator hashtag challenge which intends to show how creative and resourceful Filipinos are. Through this challenge, common household items will be creatively used to develop a nifty innovation. The winners of the challenge will be hailed as the "Pinoy Science Innovator 2021." They will be announced in April 2021. 

 

Another contest that will be launched is the #PinoyScience hashtag challenge which challenges TikTok users to explain the science behind DOST PCIEERD's supported scientific projects.  

 

The #PinoyScience hashtag challenge will run from April to July 2021. Three winners will be announced every month starting May 2021.  

"We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with the DOST PCIEERD to help promote awareness and understanding for science and innovation, as well as inspire the Filipino youth to discover their creativity and talents. Inspiring creativity and bringing joy is at the heart of what we do at TikTok," said Kristoffer Rada, TikTok Head for Public Policy.  

 

"TikTok is committed to helping facilitate education and learning in the Philippines. Through our #LearnOnTikTok series, we will be working with creators to produce more educational content on the platform," he added.  

 

Follow DOST-PCIEERD at https://www.tiktok.com/@pinoyscience. For inquiries on this partnership or request for collaborations, send an email to pinoyscience.dostpcieerd@gmail.com. (30)

 

Jewel Cee is highly effective in boosting immune system

During the first months of the lockdown, you may have noticed the vitamin C aisle in the groceries looking bare after claims on social media that it could help protect you from COVID-19.

 

While there’s still no proof if that is indeed true, vitamin C has long been known to help boost our immune system which in turn protects and helps us fight cold and flu.

 

I’ve been taking vitamin C supplements as far as I could remember, as studies have shown that regular intake of Vitamin C has lots of health benefits. It helps form and maintain bones, and blood vessels and can protect you against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, and other health problems. For those who are having problems with cardiovascular health, studies have shown that Vitamin C’s antioxidant properties can help widen blood vessels and improve nitrict oxide production.

 

Remember how our parents would tell us to take Vitamin C when you have colds or feel a flu coming? That’s because it can strengthen our immunity system so that it could fight off the cold virus. People who regularly take their Vitamin C supplements are said to experience colds with milder symptoms.

 

But beyond all that, I regularly take Vitamin C for its skin and beauty benefits.

 

When it comes to skincare , Vitamin c is said to be the gold standard of beauty ingredients. It can help fade away dark spots, boost collagen production and also can help make you glow or brighten your complexion. I’m a believer of Vitamin C in skincare. 

 

Along with boasting some major health benefits, medical experts say that vitamin C is also good for your skin. Vitamin C not only helps repair free radical damage, but it brightens the skin and helps fade dark spots. Vitamin C also “stimulates collagen production, improving the skin’s texture and quality.

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Using vitamin C regularly can help prevent the effects of sun damage and pollution from showing up on your skin, too. The antioxidant helps defend against hyperpigmentation by inhibiting an enzyme called tyrosinase, which is responsible for converting tyrosine into melanin in the skin.

 

And unlike other buzzworthy skin care ingredients, the best thing about vitamin C is that it doesn’t come with a long list of precautions. Vitamin C is generally safe, gentle and effective when used in skin care.

 

Vitamin C also has benefits for your hair as the ingredient is a necessary component to create the protein known as collagen, which then promotes good hair health. Vitamin C also helps your body absorb non-heme iron, a necessary mineral for hair growth.

 

In these difficult times, we all need the vitamins that we can get to help us strengthen our immunity two vitamins that we need to take are Vitamin C, and Zinc.

 

The good thing is, you can find buy your Vitamin C with Zinc at an affordable price with this brand Jewel-Cee 562.43mg Capsule and Jewel-Zee Plus 500 mg Capsule. These are available at Mercury Drug Store for only P4/caps for Jewel-Cee and P5/caps for Jewel-Zee Plus. 

 

Jewel Cee and Jewel Zee are manufactured by COMPACT PHARMACEUTICALS, CORP (CPC), a 45 years old manufacturing company in the Philippines and  is distributed by ZEUS RESOURCES, INC (ZRI). 

You can follow Jewel Cee at their FB Page https://www.facebook.com/Jewel.Cee.Superbrand

realme Philippines offers another wave of exciting deals and promos for its Filipino squad this month of February at Shopee’s 2.2 Cashback Sale on February 2!

realme Philippines, the country’s top 1 smartphone brand, offers another wave of exciting deals and promos for its Filipino squad this month of February at Shopee’s 2.2 Cashback Sale happening on February 2.

 

Starting 12 midnight during the said date, the realme squad could get up to 25 percent worth of discounts on select realme smartphones and AIoT devices during Shopee’s successive flash sales. Among the devices to receive discounts are the powerful midrange line-up realme 7 Series, the best round smartwatch realme Watch S, and the highly competitive noise-canceling earbuds realme Buds Air Pro.

 

“One of the many plans of realme Philippines this 2021 is to make its smartphones and AIoT devices become the digital companions of every Filipino. It is why we at realme Philippines are keen to look out for opportunities and partnerships where we could offer our products at much attainable prices. This incoming 2.2 sale, we are partnering yet again with Shopee to make our products much accessible to more Filipinos. We hope this could help the squad achieve their goals and have fun experiences this year,” shares realme VP for Marketing Austine Huang.

 

During the flash sale on February 2, the 65W SuperDart Charge smartphone realme 7 Pro 8GB + 128GB storage variant that can charge from 0 to 100 in just 34 minutes will be made more affordable at Php17,290. At a discounted price of Php13,290, gamers gunning for the championship can also purchase the midrange champ realme 7 8GB + 128GB that packs the world’s first MediaTek Helio G95 Gaming Processor.

 

Squad members who are on the lookout for affordable smart wearables to gift their loved ones this Valentine’s day could also take advantage of realme’s special discounts on its AIoT devices this 2.2 online sale. With a Php1000 discount, realme Philippines is offering the realme Buds Air Pro and realme Watch S for a discounted price of Php3,990.

 

The brand’s partnership with one of the biggest online shopping platforms in the Philippines Shopee is one of its many efforts to show its commitment to making quality smartphones much more accessible to Filipinos this 2021.

 

Get real-time updates on other promos and announcements from realme Philippines through its official Facebook and Instagram accounts.

VeMoBro: Worry-free shopping with leveled-up shipping

Now that everything can be order online this pandemic, there's no need for you to visit the physical store. That is if youre still afraid to go out. All you have to do is download the e-commerce platform and shop at your own convenience. 

VeMoBro, a homegrown e-commerce platform, officially joins the country’s e-commerce sector today, guaranteeing businesses and customers convenience and efficiency to deliver today’s “new essentials” with speed.

 

Launching at a time when Filipino consumers need more e-commerce options, this proudly all-Filipino brand puts emphasis on providing superior services to both online customers and sellers through its unique take on digital shopping and on the most critical aspect of e-commerce, which is logistics. Furthermore, VeMoBro commits itself to empowering Filipino retailers of all sizes, with focus on micro, small and medium-sized enterprises.

Worry-free shopping with leveled-up shipping

Aware of the proliferation of fake products and online scams as online shopping gains more popularity, VeMoBro ensures the legitimacy of the products on its marketplace to protect both consumers and sellers. VeMoBro adopts fail-safe features to filter out fake sellers and implements a system that regulates and ensures accurate, easy-to-read product descriptions to deliver peace of mind while shopping.

 

VeMoBro Founder and CEO Engr. Vergil Bargola says, “VeMoBro’s utmost mission is to create a platform that puts high value on consumer trust. By carefully filtering out, investing in and supporting legitimate sellers, we assure our customers that our platform does not only attend to their essential needs but also provides a safe e-commerce space.”

 

The platform offers a wide array of “new essentials” comprising food and grocery items, home essentials, tech gadgets and accessories, and automotive products. VeMoBro’s easy-to-use and clutter-free digital platform lets customers track their purchases in real-time.

 

With its strong logistics system, VeMoBro guarantees a standard 48-hour delivery, putting it ahead of the competition. Customers may even opt for same-day delivery with just a simple scroll and click with VeMoBro’s wide range of partner delivery service providers. 

 

Moreover, VeMoBro’s flexible payment method provides customers with several payment options. They can opt for cash-on-delivery, online banking or e-wallet payment through GCash, GrabPay, Coins.ph and Dragonpay. 

 

Another thing that sets VeMoBro’s platform apart is its campaign for fair use between customers and sellers. Both parties in the transaction can rate each other on the site. While the review of sellers has been a long-known feature on online shopping sites, VeMoBro’s platform encourages sellers to appeal and report faulty product reviews. Additionally, sellers can give reviews of customers so other merchants can be made aware of fraudulent customers or transactions.

 

E-commerce with the local community at its core

VeMoBro was created with the local community’s needs at its core. As the Philippine economy rebounds from the pandemic, VeMoBro aims to empower local entrepreneurs by providing them with a platform where they can grow their business.

 

With this in mind, VeMoBro provides merchants with a seamless onboarding system, enhanced delivery service and efficient customer service. Moreover, business owners can navigate the VeMoBro site smoothly while selling products, managing inventories and getting sales analysis reports right at their fingertips. 

 

Co-founder and COO Rain Ibajo

shared, “One of our goals is to be a platform for growth. We understand how the pandemic took its toll on Filipino businesses, and we are here to work with them to achieve recovery. Whether you’re an established brand or an aspiring start-up, you are welcome to join our growing list of partner merchants as we work together to succeed in this industry.”

 

Amid a competitive industry, VeMoBro hopes to be a symbol of hope for Filipino consumers and businesses alike by providing a safe and secure e-commerce platform where consumers can have a quality online shopping experience and businesses can thrive and serve their customers.

 

Experience VeMoBro’s “level up” promise by visiting https://vemobro.com.ph/ today. VeMoBro’s mobile application will also be available on the Google Play Store very soon.

 

First time “suki” may also avail VeMoBro’s special welcome deal promo. From January 27 until June 30, new customers will be entitled to a Php100 off on their first orders with a minimum spend of Php1,000. Customers will be provided with the promo code upon signing up on VeMoBro’s website or mobile application.