Samsung’s newest Lifestyle TV – The Premiere: Home theater that actually feels like the theater

Bring the movie theater experience home with Samsung’s newest Lifestyle TV – The Premiere, now available in the Philippines. This Ultra Short Throw projector in 4K resolution is sure to bring cinematic viewing to the next level. Don’t miss out on Samsung’s special introductory premium offers from May 7 to 31, 2021. 

 

The Premiere comes in two models: The LSP9T with Triple Laser Technology and gives you up to a 130-inch projection, and the LSP7T with Single Laser Technology and goes up to 120-inches. 

Both models use Ultra Short Throw, which, unlike traditional projectors, provides spectacularly clear display from just a few inches away from your wall or screen. 

Home theater that actually feels like the theater

Watching during daytime is not a problem with The Premiere. The LSP9T features a bright 2,800 ANSI lumens, and the LSP7T features 2,200 ANSI lumens, providing image clarity even with ambient light in the room. 

The Premiere also boasts powerful built-in speakers and woofers, and Acoustic Beam[1] surround sound, providing one of the best cinema experiences of projectors on the market today. You won’t need additional equipment to set up a home theater that feels like an actual the cinema. 

 

Redefining the Smart “TV” 

The Premiere, in all its glory, provides the same Smart TV experience like every Samsung Smart TV. You can enjoy mobile connectivity features, such as Tap View for screen mirroring, connect to the web, and enjoy direct access to streaming content, such as like Netflix, Viu, and HBO Go. 

 

The Premiere may be a projector, but it comes with several connection ports that you’d expect from a TV. Both projector models come with three HDMIs, a USB port, a RF input, and an Ethernet port. The LSP9T carries a fully functioning digital TV tuner. 

 

Designed with style

The Premiere, with its gloss white finish and grey fabric that sits over the speakers, look and feel premium and will fit right in to your room décor. Its compact design and easy set-up make it a joy to unbox. 

 

Both projectors are available to order on Samsung’s website or at any authorized Samsung TV dealer nationwide. For a limited time only, you can receive a 130” motorized electric screen (worth Php 24,000) and a Samsung Q900T Soundbar (worth Php 56,999) with every purchase of The Premiere. 

 

The Premiere LSP9T is priced at Php 449,999 (Php 365,999 Net Cash) and the LSP7T is priced at Php 319,999 (Php 259,999 Net Cash)

 

Breaking boundaries of Smart TVs and projectors to let you experience #TVHowYouWantIt, The Premiere offers the excellent viewing experience that Samsung is known for, but in an innovative new display format - without the actual display. For more information, visit www.samsung.com/ph today.

 

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[1] Available on LSP9T only

Still haven’t decided on what to buy for your mom, here are some gift ideas that she would surely love

This coming Mother’s Day, finding the perfect gift for your mom from the comforts of your home is a breeze with the help of your trusted cashless payments app PayMaya. With PayMaya in hand, you can find thoughtful gift ideas from over 200 merchants inside its PayMaya Mall feature. On top of making your mom happy, it's also a safer way to shop, and with PayMaya's cashback and promos, it's also more rewarding.  

  

From the best food picks to specialty grocery items, health products, stylish kitchenware, and beauty finds, you can easily find a wide range of products that can suit your budget, all within your PayMaya app. And when you pay for your purchases using your PayMaya mobile number, you can even get up to 100% cashback of up to P500-- a sweet treat not just for your mom but for you as well! 

 

To start shopping for your Mother’s Day gifts and more, simply tap the Maya Mall icon on your PayMaya App and choose from over 200 merchants ranging from lifestyle brands, grocery stores, pharmaceuticals, restaurants, and many more. After choosing the items you’d like to purchase, just select PayMaya as your payment option, key in your PayMaya mobile number to pay, and enjoy exclusive PayMaya deals! 
 

If you still haven’t decided on what to buy for your mom, here are some thoughtful gift ideas that she would surely love. What's best is you don't even have to step out of the house because you can find them all in the PayMaya Mall!  

  

1. For the hard working mom: Sleepy Body Lotion from Lush, SRP: P645  

 

Give your mom the gift of a relaxing sleep with this Lush Sleepy Body Lotion. Enriched with a gentle oatmeal infusion, calming lavender flower and comfortingly sweet tonka absolute, this dreamy concoction is designed to soothe her mind and skin, and help her get a good night’s sleep with ease.   

 

  

2. For the foodie mom: Kare-Kare Rekado Bundle ENGRANDE from Zari-Zari Store, SRP: P520.00 for 2-3 pax 

 

Give your mom a special treat, surprise her by cooking her favorite dish! This ready-to-cook Kare-Kare bundle comes complete with meat and vegetable ingredients plus condiments. All you have to do is follow the recipe available on the product page and enjoy a sumptuous Mother’s Day meal with your family.  

 
 

3. For the minimalist mom: Asahi Waffle and Panini Maker Wood design from AllHome, SRP: P2,159  

 

Let’s face it - ever since the quarantine has started, we’ve all been obsessed with redecorating our homes. This stylish waffle and panini maker is perfect for your mom's pinterest-worthy kitchen, and it’s also a great kitchen tool to experiment with new breakfast and merienda recipes as you bond with your mom at home!  

  

4. For the spa-loving mom: Infinitub Max Collapsible Bath Tub with Lid from Urban Essentials,  SRP: P5,200.00   

 

 

Moms care for our families 24/7 so give her the gift of relaxation on her special day with this portable and collapsible bath tub that she can use to have some much-needed ME-time. This is may be on the pricy side, but it’s definitely a useful gift that she can enjoy.  

  

5. For the ageless beauty mom:  The Claudette Collection from Nars: SRP: P1,850 - P3,000         

Inspired by inimitable mother and muse to Francois Nars, any item in this collection - from the limited edition lipstick, to the cheek duo - is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day. When you purchase from the collection or any product from NARS via PayMaya Mall, you can even enjoy a discount of P300 for a minimum of P1,500 purchase. Simply use the code NARSPAYMAYA upon checkout. A luxurious gift for mom, extra savings for you - definitely a win-win deal!

  

To start enjoying safe, convenient, and rewarding transactions for your everyday needs, just download the PayMaya app at https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133 and register an account. For your day-to-day transactions, 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 38,000 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.

Pru Life UK has launched its latest health protection product designed for the independent and empowered women in our lives

Leading life insurer Pru Life UK has launched its latest health protection product designed for the independent and empowered women in our lives, the PRUHealth Prime - Select Breast Cancer, through Pulse, the company’s all-in-one health and wellness app.

“This protection product, designed for the women in our lives, be it our mother, sister, daughter, daughter-in-law, or grandmother, goes a long way for less than Php 2 a day. With it Pru Life UK underscores women’s health by giving hardworking and caring Filipinas financial protection from breast cancer, currently the most common cancer among women in the Philippines and worldwide¹,” shared Pru Life UK Chief Customer Marketing Officer Allan Tumbaga.

 

PRUHealth Prime - Select Breast Cancer comes in two packages. A one-time premium of Php 150 provides a lump sum amount of Php 10,000 upon diagnosis, while a one-time premium of Php 425 offers a lump sum amount of Php 10,000 upon diagnosis and a guaranteed lump sum amount of Php 20,000 when undergoing Mastectomy or Lumpectomy. This is valid for one year.

PRUHealth Prime - Select Breast Cancer protection is the first cancer-specific product offered in the market. The protection is available for purchase through Pulse, which can be downloaded for free on any Android or iOS mobile device. To get this product, visit this link.

 

Last month, Pru Life UK also introduced two new optional supplemental critical illness (CI) benefits or riders, the Select Top 4² and Select 52³ Critical Illness riders to PRUHealth Prime, an insuravest plan with critical illness coverage against all forms of cancer.

 

The Select Top 4 Critical Illness Benefit provides for top 4 covered late-stage critical illness conditions, while the Select 52 Critical Illness Benefit provides for 52 covered late-stage critical illness conditions.

 

Customers who are availing of PRUHealth Prime but would want to be covered against other critical conditions can purchase either of the two new critical illness riders during the new business application process and/or after policy issuances.  

 

 

¹ Breast cancer facts in the Philippines. November 2020. https://www.philstar.com/lifestyle/health-and-family/2020/11/08/2055031/breast-cancer-facts-philippines

² Heart Attack, Kidney Failure, Stroke, and Benign Brain Tumor

³ Terms and Conditions apply. See website for more details.

 

 

For more premium payment options and detailed product information, customers may refer to the Terms & Conditions on the Pru Life UK website or by booking an appointment with a Pru Life UK insurance agent.

Toshiba has got you covered with these gift ideas that will surely make Mom feel loved and cared for

Still on the lookout of what to give your mom this coming Mother's Day?

With Mother’s Day just a few days away, you definitely should be on the lookout for a fun or creative gift that will make the occasion more memorable for Mom. Why not surprise her with meaningful gifts that reflect just how much she means for the whole family? Toshiba has got you covered with these gift ideas that will surely make Mom - or any superwoman in your life - feel all the more loved and cared for.

 

The perfect companion for her everyday diet

Health is a top priority for everyone these days, especially for elderly loved ones, so a gift to remind Mom to eat healthier will absolutely be appreciated. The Toshiba Low Sugar Multi-Cooker (P11,995) is an innovative kitchen assistant that will help keep her sugar intake in check. 

Mom can finally enjoy tasty, well-cooked rice sans the guilt, as the Toshiba Low Sugar Multi-Cooker is designed with Starch (Amylopectin) Removal Technology that not only reduces the sugar content of rice by 35% to 41% but also aids in increasing the body’s resistance to starch by up to 58%. It also features the Japanese Binchotan non-stick charcoal coating inner pot that makes it durable, while ensuring that food particles won’t stick while cooking. 

 

This multi-cooker also offers a 9-menu function for a variety of cooking options: healthy rice, quick cook, steam, congee, white rice, brown rice, gaba brown, soup, and mixed rice. With its 3D heating induction technology, she can make sure that all her dishes are cooked evenly and consistently to perfection. 

A smart solution to ease kitchen chores

Mom deserves more “me” time, so gifting her with the Toshiba Mini Dishwasher (P19,995) so she can get all dishwashing chores done, and have more time for herself and for the whole family. Designed to be a smart kitchen solution, this dishwasher is just what she needs to quickly yet thoroughly wash dinnerware.

 

The wide range of wash options - 360 Wash, Rapid Wash, and Fruit Wash - is a nifty feature that Mom will find particularly useful for when she needs to delicately wash her china and her favorite fruits, while ensuring that they are cleaned from the inside out. The 360° washing efficiency, in particular, will give her peace of mind knowing that every nook and cranny of the items being washed are thoroughly and expertly cleaned with the pressurized water it delivers. Meanwhile, its hot water wash function ensures well-sanitized dinnerware and produce, helping keep the family healthy and protected against germs. 

 

Doing dishes is not all the Toshiba Mini Dishwasher can do.  Its Fruit and Vegetable Wash function gently cleans a variety of fresh produce, without damage.  It comes with a portable design, too, which means Mom can save as much space as she wants to give room for more items in the kitchen.

 

The gift of comfort

With the many things she juggles every day, Mom definitely looks forward to her break periods when she can just relax, sit back, and reenergize herself. The Toshiba Remote-Controlled Digital Stand Fan (P3,495) allows her to do just that, thanks to its 4 wind mode options that allow her to customize the level of cool and comfort to suit her preference. Plus, she will be able to save on electricity  as it comes with a 12-hour on and off timer that can be set according to her preferred schedule.

With these thoughtful gift suggestions, you can let Mom know she is valued each and every day. To know more about these products or to browse and shop for more gifts that matter, visit https://toshibaph.com/.   

LG introduces the new LG Instaview with UVnano technology

As we are slowly finding our footing in the new normal due to the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on safety and cleanliness is still the most important thing to do. People must remain careful and vigilant – masks must be worn at all times, hands thoroughly washed, social distancing enforced, and stay at home as much as possible. However, one facet that isn’t focused on as much is equally important – the food we eat. 

LG seeks to assuage these fears with their new LG Instaview refrigerator fitted with groundbreaking UVnano technology. The newest model from the popular Instaview line incorporates UVnano technology in its built-in water dispenser. It operates once every hour to remove "up to 99.9 percent of bacteria" such as E. coli, staph, and pseudomonas aeruginosa (which can cause pneumonia) on the refrigerator's dispenser tap. You can also activate UVnano whenever you want with the press of a button for peace of mind. With it, you can always feel confident that the water you drink is always pure and clean down to the very last drop.

Aside from the addition of UVnano, the new Instaview is also slimmer and more compact than the usual Instaview. It sports a sleek and premium design with LG Matte Black, providing a modern, upscale look. The panels inside are made of stainless steel to reflect the modern look while helping maintain cold temperatures at the same time. With it, you can knock twice to see what’s inside without opening the door, preventing cold air loss. Linear Cooling reduces temperature fluctuations inside the refrigerator, keeping food at the peak of freshness for up to 7 days. Door Cooling cools rapidly and evenly from front to back evenly. Hygiene Fresh minimizes odor through a carbon filtration system, keeping the air inside fresh at all times. LG ThinQ allows you to remotely manage key features of your fridge with Wi-Fi. It even notifies users when the door is left open.

LG’s Instaview refrigerators use an Inverter Linear Compressor that utilizes streamlined components which has less friction points, thereby lessening the risk of breaking down. It also saves up to 32% more energy than a conventional compressor. Moreover, LG’s compressor is backed by a 10 year warranty that gives you peace of mind with your investment. 

This new LG Instaview with UVnano technology will be available in stores by May 2021. Keep visiting the LG Philippines’ Facebook page for more updates.  

PLDT Home introduces a new video series tackling real stories of parents who continue to overcome parent-shaming

There are a lot of struggles for being a parent in these difficult times. We only want the best for our kids, and managing the holistic well-being of our kids is our top priority.

Parents only want the best home for their families. But what if the home that they tirelessly build is constantly challenged by criticisms and judgments? In a new video series, PLDT Home reveals the most pressing issues that many parents face today and calls on families to speak up, connect, and celebrate each other’s uniqueness. 

 

A perfect home is not defined by the bigness of its structure, intricate interiors, art-decorated walls, and the sturdiest roof one can buy. Ultimately, the home is a place where people build relationships and make meaningful memories with their loved ones. But for many parents, there has always been a constant challenge of being at the receiving end of unwanted remarks and shaming for the way they raise their families.  

Starting this month of May, PLDT Home introduces a new video series tackling real stories of parents who continue to overcome parent-shaming, the struggles of parent guilt, and the challenges of raising young children in this pandemic. Frontlining the series are parents and content creators Andi Manzano-Reyes, Camille Co, and media personality Marie Lozano.  

 

For Andi Manzano-Reyes, a mother of two girls (Olivia and Amelia), while pandemic parenting has been tough, the solid support system of her loved ones helped her get through and overcome parent guilt. “Stop second-guessing yourself, go by it daily and be focused. I’m thankful for the support system I have at home: the whole pandemic has made me realize the core people I need in my life,” she said.

 

Media personality Marie Lozano shares, “Pre-pandemic, I was out a lot for work and I missed out on a lot of things with my son. This situation where we are now has made me realize what really matters. We have such high expectations for ourselves in how we parent but what matters most is we show or remind our children that we love them.”

 

As a new mom, Camille Co reveals that there’s a whole lot more about parenting that people don’t see on social media. She says, “Being able to grow a human inside you and sustain the baby once you give birth is the most special thing that a mother can experience. But it’s not all peaches and cream. Sometimes you get so sad and frustrated and it’s okay. We need to trust the process and enjoy this experience as parents.” 

 

Indeed, there is no one-size-fits-all in parenting. And to honor parents for their relentless efforts and unique ways to raise their children the best way they can, PLDT Home fosters a movement that inspires them to embrace their own parenting styles and support one another to do the same. 

 

As the country’s fastest fixed network, PLDT Home enables families to enjoy the strongest connections that allow them to do all things better and together at home. PLDT Senior Vice President and Head of Home Business Butch G. Jimenez shares, “Digital connectivity has always been at the core of every home. PLDT continues to innovate and provide the most reliable digital services so that families can stay strongly connected and do better at home with our fastest home broadband.”  

 

In the new video series, PLDT Home emphasizes that “there’s no time like this and there’s no parent like you.” Watch the latest heartwarming digital video series in this link: PLDT HOME and join the movement by posting online with the hashtag #NoMomLikeYou. 

The Huawei Vision S brings the Filipinos’ smart tv experience into the future

This global health challenge has significantly changed the nuts and bolts of every aspect of society. One notable adjustment that has been brought by the new reality is the need to stay indoors. Filipinos were compelled to recalibrate their usual routine outdoors and shift to arrangements inside their homes in lieu of safety. Subsequently, plans for authentic connection and meaningful moments with people they hold dear were shelved. Filipinos have been isolated not just from their families but from awesome avenues of building connections and strengthening social relationships. 

 

To help Filipinos adapt to the changing reality, Huawei Philippines has been in full steam in launching an array of smart devices that enhance the Filipinos’ now digital-heavy lifestyle. Opportunities to connect, bond, and have special moments have been brought inside and online. Filipinos get to experience a more seamless and intelligent interconnectivity of products and software through Huawei’s 1+8+N strategy. 

 

The latest to join the Huawei ecosystem is its very first Future TV -- the Huawei Vision S. The Huawei Vision S brings the Filipinos’ smart tv experience into the future with features that are yet to be seen in the local market. With the Huawei Vision S, Filipinos will not only enjoy high-quality entertainment but will also revel in new platforms of connection with loved ones and peers they have sorely missed over the past year. 

 

 

Stay Connected with just one TV Call Away from Families and Friends

Overcoming the unprecedented challenges Filipinos need to face daily is no walk in the park. But what alleviates the weight of the hurdles they need to conquer is knowing they have people right beside them -- whether physically or digitally. A quick call or simple catch-up session with loved ones can easily provide respite for anyone trying to make it through the day. 

 

Huawei Vision S breaks down the limitations of isolation with its video-calling capability through a 1080P MeeTime Video Call. This enables users to make and field phone calls from the big screen, and have them rendered in full 1920 x 1080 splendor. Callers can enjoy connecting with friends and family in immersive audiovisual communications at any time. Huawei Vision S is the sole TV in its price point with its own video calling capability. With the Vision S MeeTime video calls, Filipinos will no longer be missing celebrations -- from beloved seasonals like Mother’s Day to huge parties like 18th birthdays. The Future TV’s 13MP Magnetic Camera also ensures the hi-res quality of video calls. It also allows the Huawei Vision S to store footage with a stunning 1080p clarity. 

 

Bringing Life Back to the Living Room

 

Smartphones have been playing a crucial part in the everyday life of humanity since their introduction in the market over a decade ago. There is one area that smartphone technology can improve on though -- the promotion of healthy human connection built upon shared experiences. 

 

The Filipino TV experience has long been a driver of Filipino culture, gathering and entertaining families with the most iconic characters and storylines. With the Huawei Vision S, Huawei Philippines aims to help Filipino families reconnect and enjoy meaningful moments without having to go outside. The Huawei Vision S comes equipped with a 120Hz display to provide users with a new level of immersive viewing entertainment. The Filipinos can now watch their favorite digital content without the residual shadow, resolving the longstanding issues of ghosting and vision fatigue. With the Huawei Vision S 120Hz display, everything is rendered more smoothly and with optimal stability. The future TV also causes no discomfort to the eye for it is TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light and TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free eye care certified. 

 

The Huawei Vision S also packs cutting-edge sound enhancement technology and the latest and most advanced audio processing algorithm, combined with psychoacoustic and auditory perception models, to fine-tune its immersive audio performance. 

 

Endless Content for Enjoyment and Productivity

Filipinos can also enjoy their all-time favorite content and bonding activities through pre-installed apps in the Huawei Vision S such as Platinum Karaoke, PBA Basketball Slam, and Wish 107.5 App. Users can also access various apps and content unto the Vision S through the use of Huawei’s very own Petal Search Widget or through external sources like Android Smart Box or even Apple TV Boxes which give you access to all your livestream sites such as Netflix, YouTube, Amazon, Google Services and all your favorite apps even for productivity like Zoom for your work and learning needs, right from the big screen.

 

The audio and display features of the Huawei Vision S make it an ideal device for families to create special moments together even in simple activities like movie marathons, KTV nights, or even series binge-watching -- all without leaving the comfort and safety of their homes. 

 

A Capital of Collaboration

 

The Huawei Vision S also improves overall home productivity with several smart features. Running on the all-new HarmonyOS operating system, the Huawei Vision S brings an intelligent voice assistant and unique cross-device collaborative capabilities to Filipinos -- connecting individuals, devices, and objects in truly unprecedented ways. In order to provide users with cross-screen, all-scenario services, HUAWEI Vision S devices are capable of connecting with smartphones via the Vision App and One-Hop Projection. 

 

The Huawei Vision touch remote control includes a built-in NFC tag, which means that it doesn't need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network or be manually paired. Regardless of whether it's a short video, news program, or movie, users can send it over to the Vision S with a single tap for a hassle-free viewing on a whole new scale. It’s also great that this feature on the Huawei Vision S Series is also available for Non-Huawei smartphones as well! Users just need to use an Android phone running on Android 8.0 or later and they need to simply download the Huawei Vision Home App to get a glimpse of all these cool and new smart features! The Huawei Vision S Series can also support iPhone users through third-party apps which can make features such as projection and screen-share available on iOs. The distributed technology in HarmonyOS that's built into the HUAWEI Vision S devices also makes it easier to play mobile games on an expansive display, allowing gamers to share their gaming experience live with everyone in the room.  

 

As the world changes its dynamics due to the new reality, the needs of people in terms of human connection also change. The Huawei Vision S goes beyond TV for it offers more than just entertainment. It shows what a Future TV should be: a device for connection, a tool for meaningful moments, and a platform of collaboration. With the Huawei Vision S, no Filipino can feel alone in the age of isolation.

The Huawei Vision S’ 55-inch model is priced starting at pre-order price of only  Php 32, 999 for cash/straight with purchase which comes with a bundle containing a FREE Smart Box that houses your favorite apps such as Netflix,Youtube, Google Services  and   one (1) Wireless Mic worth PHP 6, 998!  For those who are looking for a wider and bigger screen, the Huawei Vision S 65-inch model is priced starting at Php 49, 999  for cash/straight and comes with a FREE Smart Box, two (2) Wireless Mics as well worth Php 9,997! Experience the Future of TV and get all these freebies exclusive for pre-order from May 7- 21 only. Aside from these exclusive freebies, every purchase of the Huawei Vision S Series is nominated for FREE home delivery up until May 31. 

 

You can purchase your very own Future TV through Huawei Concept Stores, major Home Appliance Stores such as Abenson and AllHome nationwide. Interested consumers can also purchase these online via  the Huawei Store, Lazada, or Shopee!

 

Users are also up for a treat as you can experience ordering your very own unit through the HUAWEI Easy Buy Experience which offers extraordinary perks! This purchase experience allows users to reserve their very own unit online and head to any of our stores to checkout your purchase and enjoy Huawei’s in-store exclusive installment plans and store deals while having easy access to other Huawei products!  Learn more about this through this link.