Eric Xu, Huawei's Rotating Chairman, delivers a keynote speech at the 18th Global Analyst Summit

Huawei held its 18th Global Analyst Summit in Shenzhen today. More than 400 guests, including industry and financial analysts, key opinion leaders, and media representatives joined the event on-site, along with analysts and media representatives from around the world who attended online.

Eric Xu, Huawei's Rotating Chairman, delivers a keynote speech at the 18th Global Analyst Summit

 

Eric Xu, Huawei's Rotating Chairman, shared the company's business performance in 2020 as well as five strategic initiatives moving forward. According to Mr. Xu, Huawei will:

Ÿ   Optimize its portfolio to boost business resilience. As part of these efforts, Huawei will strengthen its software capabilities and invest more in businesses that are less reliant on advanced process techniques, as well as in components for intelligent vehicles.

Ÿ   Maximize 5G value and define 5.5G with industry peers to drive the evolution of mobile communications.

Ÿ   Provide a seamless, user-centric, and intelligent experience across all user scenarios.

Ÿ   Innovate to reduce energy consumption for a low-carbon world.

Ÿ   Address supply continuity challenges.

 

"Rebuilding trust and restoring collaboration across the global semiconductor supply chain is crucial to bringing the industry back on track," stressed Eric Xu.

 

"Moving forward, we will continue to find ourselves in a complex and volatile global environment. Resurgence of COVID-19 and geopolitical uncertainty will present ongoing challenges for every organization, business, and country. We believe deeply in the power of digital technology to provide fresh solutions to the problems we all face. So we will keep innovating and driving digital transformation forward with our customers and partners to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world."

 

William Xu, Director of the Board and President of Huawei's Institute of Strategic Research, began his keynote by discussing challenges that will affect social well-being over the next decade, including ageing populations and increasingly high energy consumption. He followed with Huawei's outlook on the intelligent world of 2030, including nine technological challenges and proposed directions for research efforts. These include:

 

1)      Defining 5.5G to support hundreds of billions of different kinds of connections

2)      Developing nanoscale optics for an exponential increase in fiber capacity

3)      Optimizing network protocols to connect all things

4)      Providing advanced computing power strong enough to support the intelligent world

5)      Extracting knowledge from massive amounts of data to drive breakthroughs in industrial AI

6)      Going beyond von Neumann architecture for 100x denser storage systems

7)      Combining computing and sensing for a hyper-reality, multi-modal experience

8)      Enabling people to more proactively manage their health through continuous self-monitoring of personal vital signs

9)      Building an intelligent Internet of Energy for the generation, storage, and consumption of greener electricity

 

"In the decade to come," said William Xu, "we can expect to see many great improvements in society. To promote these efforts, we hope to join forces with different industries, academia, research institutes, and application developers to address the universal challenges facing humanity. With a shared vision, we all have a role to play as we explore how to make connections stronger, computing faster, and energy greener. Together, let's march ahead towards an Intelligent World in 2030."

The first Huawei Global Analyst Summit took place in 2004, and has been held annually ever since. This year's summit, "Building a Fully Connected, Intelligent World", runs from April 12 to 14, with a number of breakout sessions where industry experts from around the world can share their unique insights and discuss future trends.

Safeguard Philippines partners with Mercury Drug Corporation to release 20,000 bottles of an all-new limited-edition liquid hand soap

Tough is an understatement to describe how the past year has been with the immense impact it brought to the daily lives and health of the Filipinos. The new normal has been challenging, and it has put significant pressure on our healthcare system. But tough can also be used for our frontliners, the first line of defense against increased cases of COVID-19.  They have been a symbol of strength, perseverance, and their dedication to do so makes them worthy of all the praises and gratitude.

To support Filipinos and more especially the nation’s healthcare frontline workers, Safeguard Philippines partnered with Mercury Drug Corporation to release 20,000 bottles of an all-new limited-edition liquid hand soap   an illustration of the modern-day medical frontliner. All sales profits from these bottles will be used to donate handwashing facilities in health centers in key cities at the center of the pandemic. This is a tribute of Safeguard to all medical frontliners, as one of the efforts under the #SAFEWash movement.

Gian Yap, Brand Director of Safeguard Philippines, said, “Through the tireless efforts of our frontliners, Filipinos’ health has been safeguarded despite the current situation. Therefore, we dedicate this collaboration to them, the frontliners, who have served as the Safeguardians of the Philippines and continue to do so. With the proper facilities and resources, we aim to extend their efforts through proper handwashing.” 

“It is our honor to be a part of this collaboration as we express our gratitude to our frontliners who continue to keep us safeguarded through these challenging times. Your tireless efforts will not go unnoticed and will be championed with our commitment to serve Filipinos.” Mercury Drug Corporation shared through a representative.

Safeguard’s limited-edition liquid hand soap design is of a healthcare frontline worker with a mask. Through the design as well, they are tagged as the “Safeguardians of the Philippines.” 

As a sign of gratitude to our frontliners, the brand hopes to uplift, strengthen, and extend the efforts of frontliners through Safeguard’s power to eliminate 99.9% of germs, and arming Filipinos with proper handwashing education and facilities. 

Show your support to our frontliners and help provide access to handwashing facilities for Filipinos by purchasing the limited-edition bottles, available in Mercury Drugstore nationwide until supplies last.

realme C25 and the new AIoT devices will be launched on April 15!

realme Philippines, the country’s leading smart technology brand, is ready to disrupt the budget segment once again with the launch of the highly reliable  realme C25. This newest device from realme Philippines is set to bring a new standard of smartphone experience to every Filipino as they continue to shift to a highly digital lifestyle this year. The livestream launch will happen on April 15 at 6:00 p.m. on realme Philippines’ official Facebook page and YouTube channel. 

The realme C25 is the first smartphone in the world that was certified with high reliability and durability by the world-renowned authority in quality management, TÜV Rheinland. The realme C25 is equipped with a powerful set of features and specs for Filipinos’ all-day digital lifestyle experience. It packs a long-lasting battery life of 6,000 mAh, an 18W Type C quick-charge technology, a 48MP AI triple-camera setup and a trendy design.

“We are excited to announce that realme Philippines is launching a new powerful yet attainable device that will help Filipinos achieve a highly digital lifestyle this year. As the first smartphone certified with high reliability by TÜV Rheinland, the realme C25 is ready to match the daily hustle of Filipinos. Join us on April 15 as we announce the local availability of this powerful device, and as we welcome our newest highly competitive active noise-canceling earbuds, the realme Buds Air 2 Series,” shares realme Philippines Vice President for Marketing Austine Huang.

To be announced alongside the realme C25 is the availability of the realme Buds Air 2 Series. Touted as the best active noise-canceling earbuds in their respective price points, the realme Buds Air 2 and realme Buds Air 2 Neo support active noise cancellation up to 25dB, which monitors external noise through a feed-forward microphone.

realme fans and customers who will tune in to the live stream launch of the realme C25 and the new AIoT devices on April 15 will get the chance to win exciting prizes from realme Philippines! The realme team is also expected to make more thrilling announcements about their other product line-ups during the program. For more information on the realme C25 and other realme products, customers are encouraged to follow the realme Philippines' official Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts. 

DJ Loonyo's "Dance Under the Sun" is inspired by the micronesian dance trend on TikTok

What better way to deal with the scorching heat than to dance it away with DJ Loonyo’s brand new single "Dance Under The Sun"? The song aims to draw positivity and uplift spirits amidst the challenging times that we are facing. 

Inspired by the micronesian dance trend on TikTok, he had the perfect idea of creating our very own version of this trend.

 

Choreographed by DJ Loonyo himself, the full dance routine of ‘Dance Under The Sun’ can be seen in the official music video. Dance tutorials are also now available on his TikTok account, setting off a challenge that has kept audiences dancing since its official release. Winners of the ‘Dance Under The Sun’ TikTok dance challenge will be featured in a fan-powered music video. A fusion of moombahton and reggaeton with catchy and easy-to-recall lyrics, “Dance Under The Sun” could just be our next TikTok favorite and the newest summer dance craze we simply couldn’t stop listening to.

 

Following its official release, this latest dance craze has already hit the trending topics on Twitter here in the Philippines and in Hong Kong. It has also reached 61.6K views on its official launch on TikTok. Written by DJ Loonyo and produced by Solomon Star, “Dance Under the Sun” is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, and all digital stores worldwide under Universal Records. 

Watch the official music video directed by Miggy Tanchanco, shot in a famed local resort up North, and get ready to dance to every step of the newest summer dance anthem of the Philippines.

 

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Apple Music

Official Lyric Video

Official Music Video

OnePlus 8 Pro is now back in stock at Shopee and Lazada

“The OnePlus 8 series is the most powerful and beautiful flagship smartphone series we have ever created,” said Pete Lau, Founder and CEO of OnePlus. “The seamless immersive viewing experience provided by the OnePlus 8 Pro’s industry-leading 120Hz display, and the sleek design and compact form factor of the OnePlus 8, together deliver a burdenless, premium user experience like never before.”

OnePlus 8 Pro

The OnePlus 8 Pro is part of OnePlus’ ultra-premium flagship lineup. From the industry-leading AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate [DM3] [RF4] to the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, every aspect was carefully calibrated to meet the needs of the most discerning tech enthusiasts with a refined flagship experience.

120Hz Fluid Display, Boundless Beauty

The OnePlus 8 Pro boasts the industry’s most advanced 6.78” QHD+ Fluid Display with a smooth [DM5] [RF6] 120Hz refresh rate. Backed by breathtaking, unsurpassed color accuracy and industry-leading 1300 nits peak brightness, the display earned an A+ rating from DisplayMate, the professional display review institution, with 13 records set or matched, more than any other smartphone.

With 120 screen refreshes every second, animations and video playback unfold before you with absolute fluidity. OnePlus' unique optimization system, OnePlus Smooth Chain, has also added more than 280 enhancements to the display to make every tap, swipe, and transition more precise and responsive than ever.

Thanks to advanced motion estimation, motion compensation (MEMC) algorithms, videos can be viewed at an elevated frame rate of up to 120fps with reduced motion blur and crisper clarity.

Robust Performance

The OnePlus 8 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 865 with the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ X55 5G Modem-RF System, which enables staggering multi-gigabit 5G connectivity and advanced Wi-Fi 6 performance, professional-quality photography at Gigapixel speeds, desktop-level gaming with ultra-realistic graphics, and intuitive AI experiences. The OnePlus 8 Pro also features a large RAM configuration and dual-stereo speakers to help you handle even the most daunting tasks with ease.

The OnePlus 8 Pro comes equipped with up to 12GB of cutting-edge LPDDR5 RAM for up to 30% faster memory speed [DM7] [RF8] and improved power efficiency by up to 20%. Powered by Dolby Atmos®, OnePlus 8 Pro provides immersive sound via the set of booming dual-stereo speakers, and the new haptic vibration engine adds an extra layer of pounding tactility to your entertainment sessions.

Full Camera Kit

With a 48MP main camera featuring a custom-made Sony sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide lens[DM9]  with a full 120-degree field of view, a telephoto lens with 3x hybrid and 30x digital zoom[DM10] [VH11] [RF12] , and a distinctive color filter camera, the OnePlus 8 Pro features the company’s first quad-camera system to cater to the needs of even the most demanding photographers and videographers.

The 48 MP main camera on the OnePlus 8 Pro features an advanced Sony IMX689 sensor with a large 1/1.4" sensor size, enabling users to capture more light for brighter, clearer photos even under dim light settings. The camera also features advanced technology such as dual native ISO and a 2x2 on-chip lens, making easier than ever to get a perfectly balanced shot.

The 48 MP ultra wide angle lens boasts a sweeping 120-degree field of view with a Sony IMX586 sensor. With the most megapixels in any smartphone ultra wide camera, the OnePlus 8 Pro is able to capture more details than ever before, even in low light.

The OnePlus 8 Pro also comes with more powerful video capability. It is equipped with hybrid image stabilization, combining optical (OIS) and electronic image stabilization (EIS) for much more stable videos. And with 3-HDR technology, the OnePlus 8 Pro has higher dynamic range, giving backlight shots clearer, more colorful details in both shadows and well-lit areas.

Warp Charge 30 Wireless

The OnePlus 8 Pro is the first OnePlus device with the new and powerful Warp Charge 30 Wireless charging solution, which can give the 4510mAh battery 50% power in just 30 minutes, making it one of the fastest wireless charging solutions in the industry. Warp Charge 30T, OnePlus’ unique fast-charging solution, can also charge the battery to 50% in just 23 minutes.

 Design

The OnePlus 8 Pro comes in three color options: Onyx Black, Ultramarine Blue and Glacial Green. The Ultramarine Blue and Glacial Green options sport OnePlus’ new generation of matte-frosted glass with a higher degree of haze, giving it an unprecedented smooth and fine texture.

Price and Availability

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OnePlus 8 Pro 8GB + 128GB

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NutriAsia earns impressive wins in the recent 18th Philippine Quill Awards for various marketing campaigns and corporate initiatives in 2020

NutriAsia, the Philippines’ leading distributor and manufacturer of condiments and sauces, earned impressive wins in the recent 18^th Philippine Quill Awards for various marketing campaigns and corporate initiatives in 2020.

The company won three Excellence Awards and one Merit Award in the online ceremony last March 25 by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Philippines.

NutriAsia’s Excellence Awards went to the Locally Superfruits and Locally #ImmUNITY campaigns, as well as the Bring Your Own Bote (BYOB) Zero-Waste initiative.

Locally Superfruits introduced locally sourced nutrient-dense and vitamin-filled fruit juices such as Mangosteen, Passion Fruit, and Dragon Fruit to the Filipino consumer base. Meanwhile, the #ImmUNITY campaign also promoted the personal and economic benefits of locally produced fruit juices. The two-pronged campaign successfully communicated the health benefits of drinking fruit juice while supporting the livelihood of local fruit farmers and communities, both especially relevant during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The BYOB campaign won the Excellence Award in the Corporate Social Responsibility category for allowing consumers to contribute to a zero waste system. Through the BYOB stores established in strategic areas in Metro Manila, people were able to purchase condiments and cooking oil by refilling reusable containers, reducing the amount of plastic waste generated.

NutriAsia also scored a Merit Award for the Boomer vs. Zoomer Mother’s Day campaign. One of the first advertising videos planned and executed remotely due to the 2020 Metro Manila ECQ quarantine restrictions, it paid tribute to both mothers and Filipino frontliners in a crucial and extraordinary time of the pandemic.

These achievements are a testament to NutriAsia’s vision of continuously creating and enhancing Masarap, Masaya moments for their customers, as they gear up to deliver even more  ground breaking campaigns that resonate with the Filipino market and beyond in the days to come. 

The Golden Shrines’ architecture memorializes those that have passed in a manner that stands the test of time

In these difficult times, buying your own cemetery plots is a wise decision. With our situation at the moment, making this purchase ahead of time has its advantages and it will save you a lot of money. Both for you and your loved ones. 

Few names have garnered as much respect and credibility in the deathcare industry as Golden Haven Memorial Parks, renowned developer of some of the most beautiful memorial parks across the country. Golden Haven touts impeccably designed memorial parks that combine elegant architecture with verdant greenery to create a tranquil haven for both the dearly departed and the families who come to visit. 

It is this enduring vision that drives constant innovation at Golden Haven. With an eye on beautifully designed locations nationwide, Golden Haven continues to create new and better concepts for the industry it serves. It is, in fact, the first and only memorial park chain to offer the Golden Shrines, its recently launched Mausoleum Collection.

The Golden Shrines’ architecture memorializes those that have passed in a manner that stands the test of time.

Crafted by the country’s most reputable memorial park architects and designers, the Golden Shrines’ masterfully designed architectural plans are complimentary offerings to all Family Estate buyers who may choose the designs that best express their families’ legacies. The architecture memorializes those that have passed in a manner that stands the test of time, a concept that aligns with Golden Haven’s belief that building mausoleums, after all, is a sophisticated form of storytelling.

 

With the Golden Shrines collection, family estate buyers are assured of the highest quality of design. A great level of care and thought goes into ensuring that each family estate provides a comfortable place to reminisce and celebrate the lives of their dearly departed. 

The Golden Shrines not only provides elegant and meaningful resting places but also practical benefits as well. By availing of a family estate from the Golden Shrines collection, buyers can save anywhere between P50,000 to P150,000 in architectural and perspective costs. 

Benefitting from this thoughtful new offering from Golden Havens is also easy and convenient. The entire transaction process is supported by the official Golden Haven Memorial Parks website. One can browse through the various designs on offer and complete the purchase online, further encouraging Overseas Filipino Workers who are looking to invest in Golden Haven memorial lots in the locations of their choice. 

 

Red Rosales, COO of Golden Haven, expresses great excitement about the Golden Shrines collection. “Beauty and joy can go hand in hand with the dignity and deference with which we treat those who have gone ahead of us,” he says. “Golden Shrines’ mausoleums are then the ideal choice for families who want to ‘enshrine’, so to speak, memories of their departed loved ones.” 

Golden Haven Memorial Park is a subsidiary company of publicly listed, Villar-owned Golden MV Holdings Inc., currently positioned as one of the largest real estate companies in the country. Golden Haven offers premium death care services and prime memorial lots—dubbed as the most lucrative real estate investment with an average of 20% annual value appreciation.

 

realme partners with TÜV Rheinland in creating a new quality standard for smartphones with the TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High-Reliability Certification

The TÜV Rheinland Certification, serves as the new quality standard for smartphones in major markets worldwide. The good thing is, realme C21 and realme C25 are the first two smartphones from realme that obtained the TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High-Reliability Certification.

 

Staying true to its promise of offering high-quality smartphones with cutting-edge features and trendsetting design for the youth, the fastest-growing smartphone brand realme collaborates with the world-renowned authority in quality management TÜV Rheinland in creating a new quality standard for smartphones with the TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High-Reliability Certification.

 

realme is the first smartphone brand in the world to get certified with high reliability and quality by the leading technical services provider, with realme C25 and realme C21 obtaining the certification. This is a testament to the brand’s commitment to bringing more quality products with trendsetting designs powered by leap-forward technology for its main consumers -- the youth.

 

Ensuring the best quality of its smartphones

realme believes that all high-quality products start from excellent design. With this, the brand has to follow an established set of principles and criteria when designing and producing products for its consumers. It is why all realme smartphones are designed with quality in mind first and then incorporating with trendsetting designs powered by leap-forward technology. When processed accordingly, it will be produced through rigorous quality control.

 

To bring the quality control procedures of its smartphones to the next level, realme collaborates with TÜV Rheinland to create standard procedures that will be used for quality control and testing across all realme smartphones.

 

Setting a higher quality standard with TÜV Rheinland

Last year, realme has started working with TÜV Rheinland to improve the quality of its smartphones by designing the next generation of quality standards. realme and TÜV Rheinland aim to improve the standards currently used in the industry and raise the quality of entry-level models to flagship standards. Both leading authorities also hope to improve the smartphone experience during its initial 3-year life cycle.

 

The TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High-Reliability Certification process encompasses 23 major tests, including 10 daily use test scenarios, such as drop, wear, and tear; seven extreme environment test scenarios, including super extreme temperature, extreme humidity, voltage fluctuation, button life, static electricity, air pressure; and six component reliability test scenarios. 

 

Quality designed for young leapers

There is a 6-stage smartphone design process on how smartphones are designed, developed, and tested in realme’s facility. The Quality Control team is 100 percent involved in every step of quality checking.  If the product fails to meet the set standards, the Quality Control team has the prerogative to redesign the product from scratch.

 

Aside from setting a good benchmark for creating high-quality products, realme wants to bring its product quality standard to the next level by understanding exactly how digital natives use smartphones. The brand has been reaching out to customers and fans to conduct product experience surveys and getting feedback during the mid-product life cycle. realme deep dives into the results to design high-quality smartphones that fit into the lifestyles of its consumers.

 

Based on young users’ scenarios, such as travel and outdoor extreme outdoor sports, realme has done more vigorous tests set in environmental settings. To withstand accident drops in popular outdoor sports such as skateboarding and parkour, the products go through more aggressive drop tests at a height up to 1.8 meters at multiple sides on different surface materials. realme also simulates extreme temperature from negative 40 degrees Celsius to 75 degrees Celsius in an outdoor environmental setting to make sure all realme products can remain to function well.

Aiming to be fully automated in the future

realme has been investing in a smart factory that aims to be fully automated in the future. Through it, realme can improve the efficiency and precision of its complex manufacturing processes. One such automation example is the SMT production line, responsible for putting components onto the PCB motherboard. The current automation rate in the smart factory is 87.5 percent, which is already way above industry standard. With the AI automation capability, the current realme AI smart factory can produce 60 million devices every year. 

 

First realme smartphones certified by TÜV Rheinland

The C-Series is a powerful smartphone line-up from realme packed with well-rounded features, capable of handling the digital-heavy lifestyles of users. The realme C21 and realme C25 are the first two smartphones from realme that obtained the TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High-Reliability Certification.

 

The leading smart technology brand realme Philippines is excited to introduce its latest addition to the local C-Series line-up this April. realme squad and fans are encouraged to tune in on realme Philippines’ official Facebook, Twitter, and Instagramaccounts for more details about this announcement.

Save Ralph, calls for an end to cosmetic testing on animals around the world

Hollywood filmmakers and movie stars have joined forces with Humane Society International (HSI) to produce a powerful stop-motion animated short film, Save Ralph, calling for an end to cosmetic testing on animals around the world. Although banned in 40 countries, the practice is still perfectly legal in most of the world, including the Philippines, and is even making a comeback in some regions, subjecting untold thousands of animals to needless suffering and death.

 

Taika Waititi, Ricky Gervais, Zac Efron, Olivia Munn, Pom Klementieff, Tricia Helfer and others have come together to help HSI change that by providing the voices for the Save Ralph film, which aims to shine a light on the suffering animals endure and engage consumers and policy makers in HSI’s mission to ban it. 

Writer and director Spencer Susser(Hesher, The Greatest Showman) and producer Jeff Vespa (Voices of Parkland)teamed up with the Arch Model studio of puppet maker supreme Andy Gent on the production to bring Ralph to life. The film is also being launched in Portuguese, Spanish, French and Vietnamese with Rodrigo Santoro, Gad Elmelah, Denis Villeneuve, George Lopez and others voicing the characters in those languages, and Maggie Qproviding a video message of support.

 

Find the short film and educational materials on the current status of animal testing and how you can help at hsi.org/Ralph

 

Jeffrey Flocken, Humane Society International’s president, says: “Save Ralph is a wake-up call that animals are still suffering for cosmetics, and now is the time for us to come together to ban it globally. Today we have an abundance of reliable, animal-free approaches for product safety assurance, so there’s no excuse for making animals like Ralph suffer to test cosmetics or their ingredients.”

 

The film features HSI’s campaign spokesbunny Ralph, voiced by Taika Waititi, being interviewed as he goes through his daily routine as a “tester” in a toxicology lab. HSI’s #SaveRalph campaign tackles the disturbing issue of animal testing in an original and unexpected way—using the story of one bunny to shine a light on the plight of countless rabbits and other animals suffering at this very moment in laboratories around the world. It engages viewers to help ban animal testing of cosmetics once and for all.

 

Director Spencer Susser says: “Animals in cosmetic testing labs don’t have a choice and it’s our responsibility to do something about it. When the opportunity came up to create a new campaign for Humane Society International, I felt that stop motion was the perfect way to deliver the message. When you see the horrifying reality of the way animals are treated, you can’t help but look away. What I was hoping to do with this film was create something that delivers a message without being too heavy handed. I hope that audiences fall in love with Ralph and want to fight for him and other animals like him, so we can ban animal testing once and for all.”

 

Aduane Joseph Alcantara, Humane Society International’s ASEAN campaign manager, says: “Consumer support for ending cosmetics testing on animals is growing. A 2019 Ipsos poll commissioned by Humane Society International found 93% of people in the Philippines and an average of 87% of citizens across the ASEAN region, support a ban. The #SaveRalph public advocacy and awareness campaign aims to show the terrible suffering that animals endure in testing. It is also a reminder to lawmakers that we need robust animal testing bans in place because no animal should suffer and die in the name of beauty. We urge everyone to be an advocate for Ralph by sharing our film with friends and family. Together we can put an end to this outdated practice.”

 

Troy Seidle, HSI’s vice president for research and toxicology, says: “It’s easy to assume that companies are the problem, but the truth is they are a vital part of the solution. It’s laws that need to be changed, and industry leaders like Lush, Unilever, P&G, L’Oréal and Avon are working with us to secure meaningful animal testing bans in many of the world’s most influential beauty markets. We’ve recruited Ralph as our spokesbunny to help get these laws over the finish line.”

 

Actor Maggie Q says: “I believe in people. I feel if they knew about the enormous suffering caused to animals in the name of beauty- they would demand differently. Animal testing for cosmetics is still legal in many places around the world, including Southeast Asia. I encourage consumers in this region to think twice about where they put their dollars. For me, I know I don’t need cruel products to be beautiful. And neither do you! Let’s make a statement together!!”

 

The campaign is focused on 16 countries including Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico, South Africa, and 10 Southeast Asian nations, with partner organizations, the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society Legislative Fund, focused on legislation in the U.S. HSI is also standing up for bans that are already in place, like in Europe where authorities are attempting to exploit a legal loophole by demanding new animal testing of cosmetic ingredients under chemical law. #SaveRalph will shine a spotlight on all these countries, driving them toward the cruelty-free future that the public and consumers expect.

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Stay comfortable this summer with UNIQLO's collection of T-Shirts

Its summer and the heat is on! Check out UNIQLO's T-shirts made from Supima Cotton. Below are UNIQLO’s T-Shirts line-up that everyone can enjoy this summer. 

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO is offering a way to stay comfortable this summer with its collection of T-Shirts. The high-quality apparel comes in a wide range of colors and designs and can be enjoyed in any situation indoors and outdoors.

 

“UNIQLO’s T-Shirts address our customers’ need for everyday wear that is both versatile and stylish. These t-shirts are a testament to our commitment to LifeWear, our high-quality and timeless apparel made for everyone, everywhere. They are universal in design and comfort and are innovated with unique technologies to make them a closet essential,” says Masayoshi Nakamura, Chief Operation Officer of UNIQLO Philippines. 

 

Technologies and materials of high-quality that give lightness and better comfort

AIRism is woven with special fibers that diffuse moisture and release heat, alleviating that sweaty feeling. Apart from quickly absorbing and evaporating moisture, AIRism neutralizes odors caused by sweat. The fabric is highly breathable and is cool and smooth to the touch. 

 

Select T-Shirts are also made from Supima cotton. This superior and super-soft fiber has been dubbed the “cashmere of cotton” and represents less than 1% of all cotton grown worldwide. 

 

Below are UNIQLO’s T-Shirts line-up that everyone can enjoy this summer. 

Men’s and Women’s Uniqlo U Crew Neck T-Shirt

The basic T-shirt has been perfected by Uniqlo U, led by our Artistic Director and UNIQLO Research & Development Team in Paris. Uniqlo U Crew Neck T-shirt is designed to be durable, thanks to a sturdy heavy cotton material made from low-count yarn with a compact knit. Its binding specifications help keep the garment in shape, so it doesn’t stretch out. It also comes with a trendy, relaxed silhouette in a wide range of casual and sophisticated colors.

Php 590.00

 

Men’s, Women’s and Kids’ Uniqlo U AIRism Cotton Oversized Crew Neck T-Shirt

The apparel may look like a normal cotton t-shirt, but it comes with AIRism technology to make it lightweight, breathable – with a smooth and dry touch. Its relaxed cut makes it an ideal choice for casual wear, while its elegant, muted colors can dress the look up. Its easy-care design means the t-shirt does not wrinkle after washing.

Php 790.00

 

Men’s Uniqlo U Oversized Crew Neck T-Shirt

Men’s Uniqlo U Oversized Crew Neck T-Shirt

This T-Shirt is made with compact 100% cotton and a boxy cut with a drop shoulder for a breezy and comfortable fit. 

Php 790.00

  

Women’s Smooth Cotton French Sleeve T-Shirt

UNIQLO added a thick new cotton fabric this season, with a soft and silky-smooth touch and just the right amount of drape. Its relaxed cut with a slightly longer body length and French sleeves make it perfect for dressing up in elegant looks.

Php 590.00

Men’s SUPIMA Cotton Crew Neck T-Shirt

The cotton crew neck t-shirt is made from 100% Supima© cotton, designed with a special spinning method to give it a high-quality texture. This season, UNIQLO updated the garment with a looser fit so it drapes beautifully towards the hem. Despite the update, the shirt’s clean and simple design still looks timeliness. 

Php 590.00

 

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BDO and its partner American Express, are coming together to support local businesses

BDO partners with American Express to support local businesses; those hit hardest by the pandemic. American Express is bringing its global Shop Small movement to the Philippines.

American Express cares deeply about thriving communities and believes small businesses are at the core of every thriving neighborhood. That's why — inthe midst of the recession in 2010 American Express created Small Business Saturday on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to encouragepeople to Shop Small and bring more holiday shopping to small businesses.

To encourage shoppers to show their love for local businesses, BDO and American Express are launching a special Shop Small offer of 5x Rewards* for purchases made at participating Shop Small merchants using BDO-issued American Express Cards from March 15 to June 30, 2021.

With over 1,000 merchant locations, ranging from retail shops, restaurants and specialty stores, reward points earned can be used to redeem a reward of choice from a selection of gift certificates, gadgets, appliance, air miles and more.

“Together with BDO, we are bringing Shop Small to the Philippines to lend our support to local businesses. They are such an important part of our lives, and they have been particularly affected by the pandemic,” said Sanjiv Malhotra, Vice President and General Manager, Global Network Services, South East Asia and South Pacific, American Express. “We want to play our part to support them and we hope our Shop Small movement encourages everyone to support their local businesses.”

Started in 2010 in the United States, American Express’ Shop Small is a movement to celebrate the contributions local businesses make to their communities and the economy, and to encourage shoppers to support them. Since then, it has been introduced in countries around the world including Singapore, Australia, the UK, India and Japan.

“Shop Small is one of the ways we can support local businesses in the country,” said Ma. Nannette R. Regala, BDO Senior Vice President and Consumer Banking Marketing Head. “With this initiative, we’re encouraging Filipino shoppers to do their share and help small and medium enterprises bounce back. Every spend can help make a difference.”

To learn more about the Shop Small movement and view the complete list of partner merchants, visit americanexpress.com.ph/shopsmall