Fil-Am hip-hop artist Guapdad 4000 announces new album with PARADISE RISING

As the first-ever artist signed by PARADISE RISING, celebrated Filipino-American hip-hop sensation Guapdad 4000 has announced the upcoming launch of his new album, 1176 for the emerging new label. 

 

The follow up to his 2019 debut full-length Dior Deposits which no less than the New York Times hailed as one of the best albums of the year, 1176 chronicles the life and career to date of the Oakland-based rapper, from his Filipino upbringing, humble beginnings and eventual stardom. Executive produced by fellow Fil-Am !LLMIND, the album hones in on Guap telling his own story, with the help of some of his close friends Buddy, P-Lo and Tish Hyman.

1176 features the recently released carrier single and music video, “How Many,” which samples the legendary Alice DJ track "Better off Alone." Directed by Chris Simmons, the video is the perfect introduction to this new era of Guap's artistry, exploring pieces of his mind as he finds himself trapped inside a liquor bottle, trying his luck with falconry, and bringing his tattoos to life.

 

!LLMIND who has worked with A-list artists like Kanye West, Ariana Grande, Drake and Ludacris, among many others consider Guapdad as “literally one of the most talented artists” he has ever come across. 

 

“I know that sounds generic but there really is no better way to describe [Guapdad]. I also wish I was as good looking as him but at least I'm taller than him. Seriously though, I had such a blast working with him on this project and even though we're from opposite coasts, we are similar in so many ways. He brought the best out of me on this project and made my job easy. The music is crazy!" the acclaimed record producer further enthused.

 

Named "the secret weapon of the [Revenge of the Dreamers III] sessions" by Complex, Guapdad 4000 has been one to watch since the start. With a Grammy nomination, a slew of viral singles, and tours with P Lo, Earthgang (Dreamville) and Denzel Curry already under his belt, the Oakland rapper's talent, creativity and versatility are set to take him straight to becoming one of this year's brightest stars. 

 

The album comes out March 19th via 88rising's sister label PARADISE RISING, making Guap and !LLMIND the first artists to release a full-length project through the young label which is dedicated to uplifting artists of Filipino descent. 

 

In a statement, PARADISE RISING says the release "marks the first full-length artist project released under PARADISE RISING, 88rising's sister label that's focused on highlighting Filipino talent globally." 

 

“Guapdad 4000's upcoming album provides another bridge in commonalities between Asian & American culture, diving even deeper into those stories through his music," the record label’s statement concluded. 

 

PARADISE RISING is the result of a joint collaboration between the Philippines' telecommunications leader Globe,  and 88rising, a pioneering music and media collective synonymous with elevating Asian talent from East to West. 

 

The label will serve as a platform to establish a presence for Philippine artists in the West and globally through music distribution, music rights management, and artists development.

 

"We're thrilled to have Guapdad 4000 as the first signee of PARADISE RISING, and what makes this even more exciting is how he takes pride in his Filipino roots as told through his music. He is a testament of the promising Filipino talent that we're always on the lookout for and we can’t wait to highlight more of these artists through our platform," says Denise Seva, Head of Globe Live of Globe Telecom.

 

Listen to “How Many” at http://bit.ly/streamhowmany, and watch the music video here http://bit.ly/howmanymv. For more updates on Guapdad 4000 and 1176, stay tuned to Paradise Rising on Facebook at bit.ly/paradiserisingfacebook, Instagram at bit.ly/paradiserisinginstagram, and Twitter at bit.ly/paradiserisingtwitter.  

 

Shopee is officially launching Shopee Loyalty

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, is officially launching Shopee Loyalty, a brand new in-app program that delivers a more rewarding shopping experience for users. With Shopee Loyalty, users can enjoy a range of exclusive perks, vouchers, and deals every month when they shop more with Shopee. 

Highlights of Shopee Loyalty

 

Shopee Loyalty is an in-app program where users can earn and claim exciting rewards every month when they shop on Shopee. The membership is free and consists of four tiers. Shoppers can unlock higher tiers and enjoy bigger rewards by completing a certain number of orders within a month.

 

Shopee Loyalty is easily accessible with a single tap from the Shopee home page. On the Shopee Loyalty page, users  can:

 

Track their Shopee Loyalty tier progress for the month

Discover various tier and reward milestones

Redeem eligible vouchers that are refreshed monthly, including free shipping vouchers and special birthday vouchers. 

 

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “We are excited to bring more joy and reward Shopee users better with Shopee Loyalty. Shopee has seen online shopping grow in importance for Filipinos in the past year, as more people turn to Shopee for their needs, from groceries to entertainment. Shopee Loyalty gives users more ways to save and have fun with Shopee as they shop online more, together with our in-app features, membership clubs, and shopping campaigns that users enjoy regularly. We look forward to helping users unlock more value with Shopee in the future.”

 

On February 15, Shopee users can also look out for exclusive free shipping vouchers from 12:00 MN to 2:00 AM and 12:00 NN to 2:00 PM for all purchases made with ShopeePay. 

 

To learn more about Shopee Loyalty, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-loyalty-education 

 

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

Send digital Ang Pao with PayMaya and be one of the Lucky 8 to win a brand-new Samsung Galaxy S21!

This Chinese New Year, good luck abounds as PayMaya gives away Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G phones to 8 lucky winners for its Send Money promo.  

 

Whether you’re sending digital Ang Pao to your loved ones or sending a payment to a seller, the more you give, the more luck you’ll receive as every P500 send money transaction gets you one raffle entry from now until February 15, 2021.

 

Sending money via PayMaya is free and it takes less than a minute. This convenient experience makes PayMaya the best option for your daily transactions. And now, your Send Money experience is made even better with the chance to win Samsung’s coveted flagship phone. 

 

To start sending money via PayMaya, all you need to do is upgrade your account by tapping ‘Upgrade for free’ on your app, and filling out the online form with the required details and documentary requirements. Once you get the confirmation that your upgrade is successful, you can already start sending money to other PayMaya account holders by tapping ‘Send Money’ on your PayMaya app.  

 

You can complete your send money transaction simply keying in the mobile number of your recipient and the amount to be sent. Once you hit the send button, they will already receive the funds in their PayMaya accounts real-time.  

 

Getting PayMaya, sending money, and paying for purchases using the app is very easy and safe for use, especially during this time. Just download the PayMaya app at https://official.pa​ymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133 and register an account to find out what it’s like to go cashless with the fastest, safest, and most rewarding way to pay for anything online and in stores. Remember, for your everyday needs, don’t pay cash. PayMaya!  

 

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country including "everyday" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants as well as government agencies and units.   

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides over 28 million Filipinos with access to financial services. Customers can conveniently pay, add money, cash out or remit through its over 200,000 digital touchpoints nationwide. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 37,000 partner agent touchpoints nationwide serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to digital services. To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

Get coached and find the Love Love Love of your life with Kris Aquino

Looking for new love or need love advice? Let the Queen of all Media and Shopee brand ambassador Kris Aquino help you! Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, invites all Filipinos to join its in-app Valentine’s Day festivities starting today until February 14.

 

Are you ready to find the ‘right one’ through Shopee? Here are three exciting activities on Shopee that users can look forward to during this Valentine’s Day Weekend: 

 

Get coached and find the Love Love Love of your life with Kris Aquino

Catch the 2-hour Shopee Live Valentine’s special, Love! Love! Love! With Kris Aquino, this February 12, 7:00-9:00PM. Kris Aquino herself will help people find their perfect match and give love advice to viewers. 

Kris Aquino and one lucky person will play Shopee Live’s special edition of Shopee Love! Love! Love!: Match & Win. She will help guide the contestant in finding their ultimate “match” as they go through a series of challenges. At the end of the virtual matchmaking, the winning couple will receive a love package for two containing gifts and vouchers from Klean Kanteen, Okada Manila, The Body Shop, Photobook and many more. Participants who are unsuccessful in finding love will receive P200 ShopeePay credits. 

 

Play Kris-ibig Tips for a chance to guest star at the ShopeeLive Valentine’s Day special

In need of relationship advice? Shopee has got you covered! From February 8-14, play Shopee Kris-ibig Tips on the app to generate tips on self-love and dating from Kris Aquino herself. Take a screenshot and post it on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter with your best witty caption. Make your post public, tag @shopeeph and use the hashtags #ShopeeKris-IbigTips #ValentinesWithShopee. Get a chance to be selected to be one of the four lucky winners to guest star in Kris Aquino’s Valentine’s Day Special on Shopee Live on February 12. Not to worry, 10 winners can still win other special prizes including ShopeePay vouchers, Xiaomi Redmi 7A smartphone, Huawei Band 4 smartwatch, and more! 

 

Share Your Own #LoveLoveLoveAdvice to win a Realme C11 smartphone

Starting today until February 14, you can re-post your most bonggang love advice using the hashtag #LoveLoveLoveAdvice. Don’t forget to tune in to Shopee Live Valentine’s special, Love! Love! Love! With Kris Aquino and you might just see how she reacts to your advice.

 

Look forward to the love-themed ShopeeLive episodes, in-app activities, and more at https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-love-love-love. 

 

Shoppers can also enjoy deals up to 90% off across all categories to purchase gifts for their loved ones or themselves at Shopee’s Valentine’s Day Sale. To learn more about it, visit 

https://shopee.ph/m/valentines-day-sale. 

 

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

 

Born To Be A Star: Who’s going to shine brighter and stand out from the rest?

The search for the next big star was marked by the return of Born To Be A Star which premiered last 30 January featuring a fresh set of talents and new judges that will make you look forward to watching the show on weekends. 

Produced by VIVA Entertainment for Cignal TV and TV5, the latest reality talent search puts a spotlight on aspiring and talented individuals from across the Philippines.  At stake is a P1 million cash prize and a recording and management contract under VIVA Entertainment. 

The singing reality show is hosted by breakthrough singer-actress Kim Molina and multi-talented actor Matteo Guidicelli, who both worked together  as judge detectives in the recently concluded program Masked Singer Pilipinas. The show also boasts of star-studded panel of judges (“Star Judges”) who will be deliberating the contestant’s progress throughout the show: Philippine Rap Legend Andrew E, Asia’s Vocal Supreme Katrina Velarde, OST Princess and former Born To Be A Star finalist Janine Tenoso, G-Force founder and choreographer Teacher Georcelle Sy, and multi-talented singer Sam Concepcion.

The audition process of the talent search is a lot different from the usual, given the current limitations brought about by the pandemic. Auditionees were asked to submit videos through Tiktok. Out of the hundreds who submitted, only 40 applicants were shortlisted for the TV try-outs. Contestants slayed the stage with their song and dance numbers to get three or more stars from the Star Judges so they can make it to the next round. 

 

The journey of each contestant to achieve the dream of becoming a star will not be a walk in the park. From 40 auditionees, only 21 of them will move on to the training camp where the program’s Star Mentors will be working with them to bring out their full star potential. The next two episodes  of the show are a must-see as the remaining contenders will undergo a boot camp training session with Thyro, Wency Cornejo, and Daryl Ong -- dynamic talents known for their expertise in singing, songwriting, and artistic performance. The mentors will be imparting their share of experiences and lessons learned to the finalists vying for the top title of being the next big thing in Philippine show business -- made even more desirable with the promise of new project opportunities and a sweet 1M cash prize. 

 

Who’s going to shine brighter and stand out from the rest? Follow the aspiring stars of Born To Be A Star every Saturday, 7 PM on TV5 and a catch-up airing every Sunday, 8 PM on Viva Entertainment’s SARI-SARI Channel on Cignal TV CH. 03. Also available on SatLite CH. 30 and on Cignal Play on Android and iOS and cignalplay.com.

 

Get the best deals in mobile and cashless shopping at the newly launched PayMaya Mall

Filipinos now have an easier way to shop for their everyday essentials and more and pay cashless for their purchases with the launch of the PayMaya Mall -- a one-stop shop for your mobile shopping needs all within your PayMaya app!

 

Whether you’re craving for your favorite meals at Jollibee or McDonald’s, looking to buy your groceries at Landers, or shopping for cool new sneakers at Nike, you can find everything you need and get the best deals at the PayMaya Mall. 

With your favorite brands housed inside this virtual mall in your PayMaya app, going cashless for your everyday needs is now easier than ever. 

All you have to do is open your PayMaya app, tap PayMaya Mall and browse through over 100 of PayMaya's partner brands featured inside including Jollibee, McDonald's, Goldilocks, Rustan's, Park Outlet, Mercury Drug, Rose Pharmacy, Landers, AllHome and Boozy, among so many others.

 

And because you're transacting with PayMaya's trusted partner merchants, you can rest assured that you're only purchasing from legitimate sellers--whether it's a big lifestyle brand, a multinational merchant, or even local businesses.

 

“In the past year, PayMaya has enabled millions of Filipinos to utilize safe and convenient contactless payment for their everyday needs as we accelerated our push to build a 'Cashless Philippines'. With the launch of PayMaya Mall today, we’re taking this cashless convenience to the next level by bringing consumers the unique mall experience they have grown to love inside the PayMaya app. Now, on top of settling their bills or sending money to their loved ones, they can also pay for their groceries, order lunch, or shop for beauty products, all in one convenient mobile and cashless shopping experience,” said Mark Jason Dee, Head of Growth Marketing and Partnerships of PayMaya.  

Enjoy the best shopping deals at PayMaya Mall

 

Shopping at PayMaya Mall isn’t just convenient and safe—it’s also the most rewarding way to go cashless. Whatever item you want to purchase, you can find it at the PayMaya Mall and enjoy the best deals through PayMaya’s Balik Bayad promos and exclusive offers from partner merchants.

 

To kick off your rewarding PayMaya Mall experience, PayMaya is bringing in the good luck this Chinese New Year of the Ox as it offers up to P880 cashback for your purchases inside PayMaya Mall. For a minimum spend of P300 paid using your PayMaya mobile number, you can get a 20% cashback of up to P88 per transaction. You can enjoy this offer up to 10 times until March 15, 2021, or a total of P880 in Balik Bayad savings!

 

Availing of PayMaya's Balik Bayad offers at the PayMaya Mall is easy, all you have to do is shop at any of the brands featured at this virtual mall, choose the Pay with PayMaya option upon check out and key in your mobile number to complete your contactless payment transaction. 

 

On top of this Chinese New Year treat, you can also enjoy exclusive deals from your favorite brands at the PayMaya Mall. You can enjoy free delivery on your first Pick.A.Roo order (minimum of P500) just by entering the code PAYMAYAROO upon checkout; enjoy 12% off on your Rustans purchases, perfect for Valentine’s Day gifts; and even score a 5% discount on your Boozy haul for a chill Friday night at home.  

 

“At PayMaya Mall, we want to make sure that our users get the best cashless shopping experience, and that includes bringing them the best deals from the brands they love. With these exclusive promos and cashback offers, it’s easy to say that whatever you’re planning to buy – be it grocery items or your favorite fastfood meal – talagang mas sulit ‘yan sa PayMaya Mall!” Dee added.

 

Getting your own PayMaya account and enjoying the convenience of PayMaya Mall is very easy. Just download the PayMaya app at https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133 and register an account to find out what it’s like to go cashless with the fastest, safest, and most rewarding way to pay for anything online and in stores! Remember, for your everyday needs, don’t pay cash. PayMaya!  

 

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country including "everyday" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants as well as government agencies and units.   

 

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides over 28 million Filipinos with access to financial services. Customers can conveniently pay, add money, cash out or remit through its over 200,000 digital touchpoints nationwide. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 37,000 partner agent touchpoints nationwide serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to digital services. To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

Popeyes is bringing back one of its well-loved Valentine’s Day treats

Nothing says "I love you" quite like a hearty and comforting meal with the ones special to you and Valentine's Day just wouldn't be the same without the enjoyment of delicious and delightful food. 

 

Lucky for you, Popeyes is ready to add an extra touch of sweetness to your Valentine’s Day celebration. Along with its mouthwatering Popeyes Fried Chicken and other Cajun-inspired menu offerings, Popeyes is bringing back one of its well-loved Valentine’s Day treats.

For a limited time only, Popeyes will once again transform its delicious buttery and flaky biscuits into cute heart-shaped treats. Perfect for the day of hearts, these light and fluffy buttermilk biscuits are served with honey syrup – giving it that perfectly sweet and buttery taste in every bite. It doesn’t matter if you are taken or single this Valentine’s Day because they can be enjoyed by everyone as it comes in a single serving or a box of three. And if you want to share with more people, it’s also now available in a box of six!

 

Popeyes Heart Biscuits are best enjoyed when you share it with your loved ones, so set a date for any of the following Popeyes stores: Arcovia City, Alabang Town Center, NU Mall of Asia, SM San Lazaro, Kroma Tower, SM Southmall, SM Manila, Robinsons Place Galleria Ortigas, Ali Mall, Eastwood, Robinsons Place Manila, Eton Centris, and SM Mall of Asia. Health and safety protocols are in place to ensure your well-being.

 

You can also enjoy this special treat at home or send them to your loved ones when you order it for pick-up or delivery via www.centraldelivery.com, the GrabFood and Pick-a-roo app. Get exclusive deals on your Popeyes favorites when you download the Central Delivery app via the Google Play store and the Apple App Store.

 

For more information, visit www.popeyes.ph or follow @popeyesph on Facebook and Instagram.

Celebrate an #OXpiciousCNYatAyalaMalls in Market! Market!

The best of Chinatown is coming to Market! Market! this weekend, just in time for Chinese New Year. Celebrate auspicious beginnings, and welcome the Year of the Metal Ox with lucky charms, delicious treats, and a wealth of good fortune with these awesome activities and promos.

 

Shop at the Lucky Charms Kiosks

Bring more blessings into your life by shopping for lucky charms to attract good fortune all throughout the year. Check out the selection of charms to wear, display, or give as gifts, from the various kiosks located at the Ground Floor of the mall.

 

Enjoy Eng Bee Tin Hopia

Dine at Food Choices on February 12, and get a free Eng Bee Tin hopia to enjoy as a snack or dessert. Simply present single or accumulated receipts worth PHP150 from participating Food Choices merchants at the redemption booth to claim your hopia. Only receipts dated February 12, 2021 will be considered valid for redemption. Each customer may claim a maximum of two Eng Bee Tin hopias only.

 

Stroll through the Zodiac Walk

Visit the Zodiac Walk at the Ground Floor of the Serendra Wing to discover more about your Chinese Zodiac Sign. Learn what lies ahead for your sign in the Year of the Metal Ox, as well as your lucky colors, numbers, and months for the year.

 

Let ANA bring Chinese New Year to Your Home

Do you prefer to celebrate Chinese New Year at home? Ayala Malls Neighborhood Assistant (ANA) can bring the Chinatown experience to you. Order authentic Chinese dishes, purchase lucky charms, and stock up on other Lunar New Year essentials by messaging  m.me/ANAMarketMarketandSerendra.

 

 Join free Zoom webinars featuring Chef Sharwin Tee and Interior Designer Cyndi Fernandez-Beltran

Ayala Malls will be hosting two free Zoom webinars in partnership with Alveo. On February 13 at 4:00 PM, Chef Sharwin Tee will demonstrate how to prepare delicious dishes with Lee Kum Kee that are perfect for the Chinese New Year festivities. Those interested in the cooking webinar may click here to register for the session. 

 

Then, on February 27 at 4:00 PM, designer Cyndi Fernandez-Beltran from Moss Manila will discuss interior design trends for 2021, and how to welcome prosperity and wellness into your home. Click here to register for the free interior design webinar.

 

Celebrate an #OXpiciousCNYatAyalaMalls in Market! Market!, and look ahead towards a more prosperous 2021. For more information on mall activities, schedules, and promotions, like and follow Facebook.com/ayalamalls and @iloveayalamalls on Instagram or visit http://www.ayalamalls.com.ph.

Gong Xi Fa Cai! Enjoy the festivities at home with your family and loved ones while shopping on Shopee!

Chinese New Year is just around the corner! And while public gatherings and grand celebrations on the streets are not allowed, you can still enjoy the festivities at home. Here’s what you can do to celebrate the Chinese New Year even if you and your family are staying indoors:

 

Relax over the long weekend 

This 2021, the Chinese New Year falls on a Friday—which means you have three whole days to enjoy some well-deserved ‘me time’! You can opt to stay in and binge-watch your favorite shows since most festivities in Binondo are canceled due to safety precautions. 

Here are three items to make your binge-watching more pleasant: 

 

Popcorn Maker

What’s a movie without popcorn? Make your own favorite popcorn with this Popcorn Maker from Russell Hobbs Fiesta. 

 

Smart TV

Immerse yourself with the movies with a wide, high-definition screen from ACE. 

 

Inflatable lounge chair and ottoman

Whether you’re watching alone or with a significant other, finding the perfect spot is the best way to spend the weekend. 

 

Celebrate with your favorite Chinese New Year treats and delicacies at home

 

Just because celebrations are canceled doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the holiday. Instead of risking your health by dining out, you can order in some Chinese take-out. Better yet, prepare a home-cooked Chinese New Year meal with your family—fun and inexpensive! Here are three products that will come in handy in the kitchen: 

 

Wok

Perfect your pancit canton and fried rice recipes with this durable wok pan from Tefal. The exclusive titanium hard base makes it an ideal investment for the aspiring chef. 

 

Air fryer

Tempted to make dumplings this Chinese New Year? Opt for the healthier cooking option with the Kyowa Air Fryer. 

 

Tikoy

 What’s Chinese New Year without a dessert as delicious as tikoy? Grab yours from Polland now, just in time for the celebrations! 

 

Preserve the tradition of giving ‘ang pao’ 

On top of the festive food and drinks, superb dragon dances, and the last-minute shopping for new clothes, the Chinese also look forward to receiving red packets, or ang paos, during house visits and reunions with relatives. The giving of ang paos during Chinese New Year is a meaningful gesture, with the red colour of the envelope symbolizing energy, happiness, and good luck. These are traditionally handled out by married couples to the younger generation, as a sign of goodwill and a symbol of good fortune.

 

Although big gatherings are currently banned, you can still digitally send ang paos to your loved ones via ShopeePay! ShopeePay is Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet that lets you pay for your online purchases, utility bills, NBI clearance, and radio-frequency identification (RFID) stickers. 

Here’s how you can digitally send money to friends and relatives: 

 

 

For more information about the money transfers, check out https://help.shopee.ph/ph/s/article/How-can-I-transfer-my-ShopeePay-balance

 

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

Enjoy Red Ribbon’s newest offering, the New Mango Sunrise Cake and new Chocolate Bread Rolls

It’s no secret that people all over the world have never been this excited to welcome a new year. With all the challenges that 2020 has brought, the beginning of 2021 brings in new hope and an opportunity for a fresh start. 

 

This year of fresh starts gives us a chance to remind ourselves again of the things that make us special, to reunite with those we’ve missed the most, and to revisit important moments – all made sweeter and more special with Red Ribbon’s newest offering, the New Mango Sunrise Cake! With this refreshingly mango-creamy treat from Red Ribbon, people can celebrate important milestones with a dessert creation that truly evokes feelings of hope and happiness.

The all-new Red Ribbon Mango Sunrise is made with delightfully soft chiffon cake, layered and topped with delicious mango cream and real mango chunks. It also features a design that greatly resembles the sun dawning from the sky, with the mango chunks and syrup right at the center of the cake, enclosed in white icing that mimics soft, fluffy clouds on a sunny day. In addition, Red Ribbon’s Mango Sunrise cake bears Pantone’s color pick for the year, Illuminating (bright yellow), making it a burst of sunshine and happiness for your celebrations this year.

 

Moreover, you can look forward to new mornings with Red Ribbon’s new delectable Bread Rolls in Chocolate, Raisin, and Classic flavors!

The new Chocolate Bread Rolls are made with Red Ribbon’s signature chocolate chunks while the new Raisin Bread Rolls are made with delightfully sweet raisins. Meanwhile, the new Classic Bread Rolls are baked so soft and delicious – you can eat on its own, enjoy it with any spread, or pair it with your favorite beverage.

 

Surely, a new year may not exactly mean a magic reset button, but as people honor the possibility of positive change, restored hope, and the end of one chapter and beginning of a next, they can remind themselves that every day is one step closer to brighter days.

 

Share sweet moments with loved ones over a delicious slice of the all-new Red Ribbon Mango Sunrise. Price starts at P490 for the Junior Size and P700 for the Regular Size, now available in all outlets nationwide. 

 

Enjoy Red Ribbon’s deliciousness everyday with Chocolate and Raisin Bread Rolls, each priced at P65 per 8-pc. pack, and the Classic Bread Rolls priced at P70 per 16-pc. pack, now available in all stores nationwide.  

 

You can order as well via Red Ribbon’s #87777 Hotline, by chatting for your order with RIA on Facebook Messenger (m.me/redribbonbakeshop), or by ordering though the GrabFood and Foodpanda apps.

realme strengthens collaboration with top gaming influencers

realme, the no.1 smartphone brand in the Philippines, further cements its position in the local mobile gaming scene with the onboarding of the country’s top gamers, shoutcasters and gaming influencers. realme Philippines welcomed Ako si Dogie, Nexplay Solid members Renejay, H2WO, Yawi, Jeymz, Exort; Nexplay Liquid member Sumpak; and shoutcasters Sh1nboo, Manjean, Butters, Wolf and Rob Luna into the realme family on Monday, February 08. 

 

The World Economic Forum reported that gaming across different devices significantly rose amid global lockdowns. According to recent studies, 9 out of 10 individuals aged 16 to 34 played video games last year. realme Philippines, confident in the gaming skills of Filipinos, is bent to rally on more aspiring local mobile gamers this 2021. With its new squad of mobile gaming titans, realme is ready to roll out various campaigns on mobile gaming this year aimed at inspiring and empowering more Filipinos to take their gaming experience further. 

 

“realme Philippines is steadfast in creating opportunities that will enable a new generation of Filipino mobile gamers to pursue their passion. Our strong relationship with some of the most valued gamers and gaming influencers gives us a solid grip on how we can be an active supporter of the local mobile gaming industry. We are glad to grow our realme family with Filipino gaming giants. With this, expect that some exciting events are on the horizon! We look forward to welcoming new champions this 2021,” shares realme Philippines VP for Marketing Austine Huang. 

realme strengthens collaboration with top gaming influencers

realme Philippines is committed to propelling the local gaming industry’s growth with both its array of powerful gaming devices and its roster of events that present opportunities for Filipino mobile gamers. realme’s 2021 mission is to be a partner of gamers in attaining championship. 

 

Kickstarting realme’s efforts for local mobile gaming in 2021 is the strengthening of its collaboration with key gaming leaders. Ako si Dogie, when asked what he appreciates the most about realme as a collaborator, remarked, “realme is super open sa lahat ng bagay. Nakikinig sila sa content creator. Ayun talaga ang kinagandahan kasi open na open sila sa mga suggestions ng tao.” realme went against the odds in 2020 to make a much-awaited match between Ako si Doggie and Choox, and Cong TV happen. The views of the game’s live stream peaked at a staggering 460,000. 

 

Shoutcaster Shinboo, like Ako si Dogie, has been a member of the realme family since 2019. Early on in their collaboration, Shinboo witnessed realme’s commitment to rolling out various efforts in aid of mobile gamers, no matter how daring. “They really dared and fully committed to their projects. They gambled in gaming and in cluster community engagement. Sabi ko, with this kind of formula, this will be a no.1 brand -- and it happened. Ang sarap sa feeling na you’re working with a brand that you genuinely promote, you genuinely believe in,” Shinboo shares. 

 

realme also ensured that its team of gamers received support during the onslaught of the global health crisis last year. Shoutcaster Butters noted how the company’s continuous care and seeding of products helped him and fellow gaming influencers move forward in the new normal. realme geared its gaming partners last year with the latest devices it launched in the market such as its midrange powerhouse, the realme 7 series. The country’s number one smartphone brand is bound to broadening and reinforcing its partnership with key gaming leaders this 2021. 

 

In the Philippines, mobile devices remain the platform of choice for games, with 74 percent of the country’s online population playing games on smartphones and tablets, according to Newzoo. However, not all aspiring gamers have access to highly capable technology. realme reiterates its commitment to launching powerful gaming devices that do not break the bank and to building opportunities where young gamers can thrive.