realme Philippines continues to dominate the local smartphone industry as it claims the no. 1 spot in the market!

realme Philippines continues to dominate the local smartphone industry as it claims the no. 1 spot in the market once again, according to international research firms IDC, Canalys, and Counterpoint Research in their respective Q2 2021 reports. 

With this milestone, the fast-growing tech and lifestyle brand has now managed to hold the top spot for two consecutive quarters—an impressive feat the brand attained in less than three years. The brand first held this position in Q3 of 2020, just less than two years since its entry to the Philippine market in November 2018.

According to Canalys, realme accounted for 26% of the local market share, besting four other smartphone brands in the category. It also reported a 51% year-over-year growth for the brand during this quarter.

The brand also ranked first in a separate report by Counterpoint Research, with a 21% market share. Similarly, realme also showed leadership in e-commerce channels. “realme continued to lead the Philippines online market with a 32% share”, according to the report. 

In addition, realme’s industry leadership for Q2 2021 is further validated by IDC as the research firm also reported a number 1 ranking for the brand.

“We are truly grateful for the continuous support of our Filipino fans because without them, this success would not have been possible. Achieving the top spot for two consecutive quarters is no easy feat for a young brand, but we managed to achieve this milestone because of the love and trust of our Squad. Rest assured, this only drives us to reach greater heights and dare to leap with trend-setting innovations and better services for our community,” shares Austine Huang, realme Philippines’ VP for Marketing.

realme reaches 100-million mark worldwide

On the global scale, realme also achieved a milestone of 100 million smartphones sold. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, realme still managed to become the fastest global smartphone brand to reach this milestone in three years, according to market research consultancy firm Strategy Analytics. In addition, realme is also the fastest growing major smartphone brand globally in Q2 2021 with a year-over-year growth rate of 149%, as data from research firm International Data Corporation (IDC) showed.

 

This achievement further validates realme’s sales and business strategies across the globe. Established only in 2018, realme is now the 7th largest smartphone brand with presence in 61 different markets worldwide. 

This 100-million milestone is the latest in line of realme’s spectacular global rise, as the company adds another ‘first’ to its name. “The past three years have really been about an entrepreneurial spirit and untamed growth for realme”, said realme’s CEO, Sky Li. “Thanks to the huge support from our young users, we have been able to reach our goal of shipping 100 million smartphones and have gained significant ground in the smartphone market. We will continue to provide young consumers around the world with products that have premium performance and trend-setting designs at affordable prices.”

Li added that realme's next goal is to achieve a dual-100 million target - shipping another 100 million handsets by the end of 2022 and completing the same milestone within the 2023 calendar year.

To achieve this, realme is counting on a comprehensive product development strategy that will see it expand its offerings in two ways. With the recent launch of its flagship GT Series devices, dubbed as ‘flagship-killer’ phone, realme is poised to compete at mid-to-high-end segments. The company is also evolving its vision of building out a full-fledged AIoT ecosystem for global users within the next five years. To this end, realme has unveiled its1+5+T strategy: 1 being the mobile phone, 5 for True Wireless Stereo earphones, wearables, TVs, tablets, laptops, and T stands for realme’s AIoT brand TechLife. realme believes in its ability to lead users to a technologically enhanced lifestyle in a way that is affordable and sustainable at the same time. 

With an audacious vision and courage to take on the world, realme is poised to break down barriers in a competitive environment. 

realme GT Master Edition Series to launch globally on August 18

In celebration of the brand’s recent achievements both locally and globally, realme will launch its 100M-milestone product: the realme GT Master Edition Series, along with new categories on August 18.

The realme GT Master Edition Series is designed by famous Japanese industrial designer Naoto Fukasawa, who explored new smartphone design elements in smartphone history. realme sees GT Master Edition Series as the most high-end flagship to celebrate its 100M sales achievement.

Apart from smartphones, realme is also set to announce its new product categories at the event, aiming to become the fastest-growing brand and disruptor in these new categories. These upcoming launches are a testament to realme’s mission of providing global young users with more trend-setting and leap-forward performance products.

The launch event will be held online on realme official social media platforms, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook. 

For more info and updates from the country’s no. 1 smartphone brand, be sure to follow realme on Facebook at facebook.com/realmePhilippines, @realme_PH on Twitter, and @realmephilippines on Instagram. #realmePH

Shopping for home appliances: Here are some tips to make sure you get the best value for your money

Shopping for appliances online can be very exciting, with so many choices and brands that you can buy with just a swipe of your finger. But before you start adding to your cart, do your research and familiarize yourself with the features that are now available, as well as the after-sales benefits you might need. 

Shopping online is not the same as shopping in an appliance store where a salesperson is on hand to demonstrate how to operate the product or answer your questions. So, to guide you in shopping for appliances online, Midea, the world’s largest manufacturer of home appliances offers some tips to make sure you get the best value for your money. 

Buy only from legit stores. Shopping online is very convenient, but sometimes it can be challenging to know if the website you’re visiting is legitimate. The best way to ensure you’re buying from a reliable source is to purchase items from the flagship stores on e-commerce sites. Check out the Midea Philippines official stores in Shopee and Lazada that are guaranteed to be 100% authentic. Make sure to look for the blue badge or blue check beside their store name that you can verify on both apps. You can also check out mideaph.com for the complete lineup of appliances and seasonal deals and promos. 

Check the product’s electrical frequency. This is an important consideration not many know about. When ordering appliances online, especially if it’s imported, occasionally, you will find appliances that run at 100-127 volts at 50 Hz that tends to run slower compared to local appliances which operate at 220-240 volts at 60 Hz. You might think that this is okay just because the appliance operates when you turned it on, but what you don’t know is that running an appliance using a voltage or frequency that's not designed for it can be dangerous. There is the risk of burning, fire, or even explosion. So always check the product specifications before you purchase or chat with a customer service officer if you are not sure. 

After-sales service and warranty. Authorized physical and online stores generally offer standard product warranty on parts, often with conditions. Always check what is covered under the warranty if your appliance is damaged, as well as the warranty period. It’s also useful to check the location of service centers so you know how far you need to travel in case the appliance malfunctions. Again, reach out to a customer service officer and don’t hesitate to ask these important questions to make sure you get the best after-sales service – email their customer support at customercare@midea.com.ph or call their Toll-Free Number 1-880-10-863-5522, Landline (02) 8863 55 22, or contact them through Viber/SMS (0917) 863 5522.

Collect discounts or free shipping vouchers. Who doesn’t love promos and discounts, right? Especially if you’re on a tight budget, discounts and vouchers will save your day! In case you’re not aware, flagship stores give out discounts or free shipping vouchers from time to time. Using these discount vouchers, you can buy more while spending less, and on top of that, you may get your items without having to pay the shipping fee!

Online shopping is just a breeze if you know just what stores you can rely on to get the best deals possible for you and your family. Spot flagship stores on Shopee and Lazada by looking for the “Shopee Mall” and “LazMall” badges or by filtering your search category to “mall” products only. You can get more information about Midea’s home appliance solutions or avail of exciting deals at www.mideaph.com.

Doctor consultations are free of charge and booking fees are waived through mWell!

Better healthcare access for Filipinos becomes a reality as mWell, the country’s first fully integrated health & wellness mobile app by Metro Pacific Health Tech, makes history with the first and largest nationwide virtual medical mission in the Philippines - the National mWellness Day. 

This two-day virtual event, an unprecedented first in the telehealth and healthcare industry, will be held on August 28-29, 2021. During the National mWellness Day, mWell app users anywhere in the country can avail of free online teleconsultations from a roster of specialized doctors including dermatologists, gastroenterologists, doctors of internal medicine, gynecologists, pediatrics, and psychiatrists, among others.

Doctor consultations are free of charge and booking fees are waived! mWell gives Filipinos a gift of wellness especially in this period of heightened restrictions, enabling users from all over the country to get much needed access to health professionals from the safety and comfort of their own homes. 

Aside from all-day video consultations with doctors, users can access fitness and nutrition program, wellness, and parenting solutions from pregnancy to family health management. The mWell app’s online health shop includes over three thousand health and wellness products SKU’s ranging from food, baby products, to skin and body care.

mWell is a high-performance mobile app backed by a powerhouse of top names in the healthcare, wellness, and tech industries. CareSpan's Clinic in the Cloud integrates digital care tools and data for mWell doctors and patients. LotusFlare’s multi-awarded cloud-native, IT digital enablement platform ensures a seamless, end-to-end customer experience. Ping An's healthcare technologies enables mWell to address Covid-19 concerns, diagnosis, care, and treatments. TELUS, world-leading communications technology company and Canada’s leader in digital health technology. Philcare, a pioneer in the HMO industry and leader in digital service. Keralty, offering integrated, high quality and cost-effective medical care, and Paymaya for secure, hassle-free payment transactions, to name a few. 

mWell is calling all doctors nationwide to be part of the country’s first ever nationwide medical mission. By donating a few hours of their time on August 28-29, they can set up their virtual clinic on the mWell app and reach Filipinos who need them the most in these trying times. To be a volunteer doctor of the National mWellness Day, you may register through https://www.mwell.com.ph/partner-doctors

To be a part of mWell’s National mWellness Day, download the mWell app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. For more information, visit https://www.mWell.com.ph.

Tang launches the #UsapangTANGhalian filter (available on FB and IG) which suggests a question for parents to ask their kids!

Tang Philippines partnered with pioneer motherhood community Mommy Mundo and launched an online talk that encourages moms to make the most of time at home and get to know their kids. The talk entitled: Conscious Parenting: How to Build a Stronger Relationship with your child Through Meaningful Conversations engaged parents, with over 50,000 views and 872 comments. Tang encourages moms to make the most of lunch time at home as a moment to not only nourish, but also build stronger relationships with their kids. 

The speakers included certified conscious-parenting expert Kit Malvar-Llamas, mom guest Tina De Guzman and host Cerah Co; working moms who are looking to find a balance between work and family time. 

During the talk, Tina De Guzman echoed the struggle of all moms: “This pandemic has been very challenging. It feels like we’ve been on-call 24/7 during WFH. Our kids even have online classes and suddenly all moms have become homeschoolers! Unfortunately, the bonding takes a backseat because of how busy we all are.” Cerah Co shares: Lately I’ve been trying to find balance especially in being more intentional to spend time and bond with my kids” 

In fact, according to an online survey conducted by Mommy Mundo and Tang Philippines with 43 working parents, 41% of parents feel guilty for not taking time during the day to have a genuine conversation with their child while only 32% report making an effort on checking up on their kids. Now ask yourself, are you using this opportunity to bond with your kids at home?

Kit Llamas adds: “Despite all these challenges, spending time with your kids needs to be intentional: That we not only teach our kids, but learn from them too through daily conversations Tanghalian is set in the middle of the day and can be a great opportunity to bond, and it is up to us parents to foster an environment during this time where they can learn how to express themselves while feeling safe and secure with us.”

How parents can easily start their own #UsapangTANGhalian at home

Tang has launched the #UsapangTANGhalian filter (available on FB and IG) which suggests a question for parents to ask their kids! Get ready to be pleasantly surprised with their answers and spark that meaningful conversation with your child over lunch.

Tina shares her experience: “After trying out the #UsapangTANGhalian filter, I found out that my child wished the world didn’t have COVID-19,and it really melted my heart because I got to know how my son thinks. Now, I’m able to have a window that I can use to have a meaningful conversation with my child”. 

Learn more about your child and try out the #UsapangTANGhalian with your kids in just 4 easy steps:

1. Open the #UsapangTANGHalian Filter! (Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w3XBHE and Facebook https://bit.ly/3wjRgYK)
2. Ask the question to your kid and record the video!
3. Post on Stories, save the video and post on your feed! 
4. Invite other parents to have an #UsapangTANGhalian with their kids too!

Build a stronger relationship with your child by transforming lunches into bonding moments with an #UsapangTANGhalian and a glass of Tang packed with 100% Vitamin C of 2 oranges everyday! 

Check out this How To Guide to start your #UsapangTANGhalian at home: https://www.facebook.com/TangPhilippines/posts/1811203559051376

 

The Great Cartoon Network Workout starts on Saturday, August 21

With quarantine measures extended and kids continuing to stay home, parents are looking for new creative ways to entice their younger ones to get moving. The good news is The Great Cartoon Network Workout starts on Saturday, August 21. 

 

Through the initiative, families can sign up for a month filled with themed weekly events with topics on health and fitness. On top of that, kids can enjoy various activities alongside friends from their favorite shows like We Bare Bears, The Amazing World of Gumball, Teen Titans Go!, and many others.

 

A Fun-Filled Competition

Is your family up for the challenge? Fitness Coaches Melissa Gohing, Enzo Bonoan, Jo Sebastian, and Eileen Ramos will lead the challenges through Toon Challenge Zones that will get both kids and kids-at-heart to get moving, so make sure you do your stretches and get ready to sweat!

 

For those who are feeling a little more competitive, you can enter as a Fit Fam Challenger and upload your videos for a chance to win awesome prizes! Don’t worry, if you aren’t the competitive type, you can still watch the uploaded videos weekly and interact with the website’s other features like the photobooth.

 

Cartoon Network has also partnered with schools in the Philippines to make this an exhilarating school activity for kids. Look forward to getting active if you’re a student of Southfields International Christian Academe Centrum (SICAC), Jose Rizal University, Saint Jude Catholic School, Elizabeth Seton School, St. Mary of the Woods, Xavier School, Childlink Learning Center and Childlink High School, and others!

 

Get your pump on to win prizes!

 

Families don't just get their muscles moving, but they also get a chance to win exciting prizes during the awarding ceremony. Each week, the top three Fit Fam Challengers with the highest points will be selected as the weekly winners and win prizes from Cartoon Network. 

 

The Grand Prize goes to the top fit fam who rises highest in the challenges will win their very own Cartoon Network home learning package.

We know you’re excited to get your sweat on, but don’t forget to stretch! Pre-register now through www.GreatCNWorkout.com to see if you’ve got what it takes to be Cartoon Network’s Fit Fam Champion. 

Here’s a look at the program:

WEEK ONE - SUPER TITAN WORKOUT with Melissa Gohing

For our opening week, Fit Fam Challengers will take part in a Super Titan Workout Challenge accompanied by the Teen Titans and DC’s Super Hero Girls. This challenge will consist of a simple HIIT workout that the whole family can participate in.

 

WEEK TWO - HEALTHY MONSTER MEALS with Jo Sebastian

Our second week is all about health and nutrition. Fit Fam challengers must prepare a Healthy Monster Meal for the family within a 20-minute time limit. This meal must be nutritious and named after or fully inspired by one of the Monster Beach characters.

 

WEEK THREE - AMAZING WORLD OF EXERCISE with Enzo Bonoan

Our third week will focus on The Amazing World of Exercise, where Fit Fam Challengers must choose five different muscle groups found in their body (i.e. triceps, biceps, etc) and film exercises that tap into those muscle groups.

 

WEEK FOUR - FLOW OF THE BEAR with Eileen Ramos

Fit Fam Teams looking to gain a bonus badge in order to boost their status before the awarding ceremony can participate in our Flow of The Bear Challenge: post a video of you participating in a calming animal flow or yoga session, with poses and movements based on our three bros from We Bare Bears.

 

The Great Cartoon Network Workout is brought to you by Executive Optical. In cooperation with Dutchmill, with special thanks to Playdoh and Frootees.

 

TECNO Mobile celebrates and honors everyday heroes from the three pillars of the community - the local government, civic groups, and the church

Premium smartphone brand, TECNO Mobile recently completed its first CSR campaign in the Philippines, as a way to give back to the community following the successful release of several new mobile phone models in the country, including the Spark 7 Series, Pova 2 gaming phone, and most recently, the CAMON 17 Series. Through this show of support for the community, TECNO Mobile has become part of the nation’s journey in rising up from life’s challenges, and learning to see the best in every situation. At the same time, the selection of local heroes as beneficiaries for this campaign aligns perfectly with the reel- and real-life heroism of TECNO Mobile’s CAMON 17 brand ambassador, actor Chris Evans.

TECNO Mobile executives with Manila City Mayor during handing over of donations. From left, RJ Decilio (Channel Sales Director), Ian Ouyang (CEO, QStar Mobile Inc), Mayor Isko Moreno, Lindsay Guan (CEO for Philippines, TECNO Mobile), Jason Liang (Brand Director)

Three partner beneficiaries representing different pillars of the community were the recipients of donations made by TECNO Mobile for this CSR campaign - Ina ng Lupang Pangako Parish, Project Malasakit, and the City of Manila through the Office of Mayor Isko Moreno. Separate handover ceremonies were held for each of the beneficiaries, the first of which was held on July 13th, at the Ina ng Lupang Pangako Parish Area.

 

In the middle of Bgy. Payatas, an area deemed a hazardous place to live due to its proximity to an open area for solid waste disposal, you will find the Ina ng Lupang Pangako Parish. This church’s leaders and volunteers provide educational and livelihood opportunities for the urban poor community living in Payatas, funded by donations from different entities. For its own CSR campaign, TECNO Mobile, represented by TECNO Mobile Limited’s Brand Marketing Director for Philippines, Jason Liang, donated Php 100,000 to the parish, along with 10 smartphones to be shared with hardworking parish volunteers, who tirelessly organize and facilitate activities such as community pantries, counseling, webinars, and online masses. The donations were received by Rev. Fr. Peter Hequillan,CM.

The second handover ceremony also took place on July 13th, at the Tikme Dine restaurant in Quezon City, this time with Project Malasakit as the beneficiary. Project Malasakit is a scholarship program whose mission is to bridge the gap between Filipinos who want to help, and Filipino children who need the assistance. Its goal is to provide these children with proper education, enabling them to change their own lives for a better future. 30 TECNO Mobile smartphones, plus Php 100,000 were given to Project Malasakit by TECNO Mobile Limited’s Brand Marketing Director for Philippines, Jason Liang, graciously received by its founder, Kara David, together with two of her scholars, Lilian Ambrocio and Mauwe Liwanag . 

 

Project Malasakit receiving donations from TECNO Mobile. From left, Jason Liang TECNO Mobile Brand Director, Mauwe Liwanag, Kara David - Project Malasakit Founder, and Lilian Ambrocio.

TECNO Mobile Brand Director, Jason Liang with Project Malasakit Scholar, Mauwe Liwanag

 

Project Malasakit Scholar, Lilian Ambrocio

 

The final donation handover took place on August 6th at the Office of Manila City Mayor, Isko Moreno. Mayor Isko is known for his service to the local community, aided by his team of volunteer workers who man community hotlines, respond to reports, handle coordination for projects such as the recent vaccine rollout, and work at the local public school as teachers. For these community heroes, TECNO Mobile has donated 50 smartphones, and Php 200,000 through the mayor’s office. The donation was handed over by the TECNO Mobile Limited executives for the Philippines, headed by Lindsay Guan, CEO, and received by Manila City Mayor, Isko Moreno.

TECNO Mobile’s CSR campaign was kicked-off with an online photo exhibit, which featured thought-provoking images that capture the beauty of life, taken by top local photographers using CAMON 17 smartphones. A selfie advocacy campaign was also launched, encouraging the online community to get involved by sharing their own selfies for a cause. Anyone can join by simply posting a selfie on Facebook, which features their advocacy. The photo must include a caption with a brief description of the advocacy, along with the hashtags #TECNOMobileCares, #CtheBestofYou, and #SelfieAdvocacy. The best photo and caption will be selected by TECNO Mobile representatives, and the winner will be awarded a CAMON 17 smartphone. 

 

To stay updated on the latest news about the CAMON 17 series, as well as exclusive deals and promos from TECNO Mobile, be sure to like and follow TECNO Mobile Philippines. Visit www.tecno-mobile.com/ph to learn more about your favorite smartphones and gadgets.

Check out Shopee every akinse to enjoy exclusive deals on must-haves for pursuing your passion!

Thinking of turning your passion into a career? It’s an exciting but challenging path. You’ll have to invest your time, energy, and money with no guarantee it’ll all succeed. Then again, doing what you love can feel rewarding in itself. If you’re unsure, start pursuing it on the side to gain experience and build a portfolio. Should you choose to pursue your passion from there, a truly fulfilling career journey awaits! 

For those considering following their passions, read on to get motivated by Shopee collaborators Elize Mariano, Mary Grace Khu, Patty Marabut, and Angelo Casimiro, who all managed to turn their dreams into full-blown careers.

 

Elize Mariano

Content creator Elize Mariano may be young, but her ambitions were set in stone early on. Elize was exposed to the spotlight frequently as a performer, and growing up, she fell in love with the industry. “At an early age, I started thinking about how I could achieve my desired career. I fixed my social media accounts and became active with engaging with my followers.”

 

Her tip for those hesitant about pursuing their passions is, simply, to give it a try. “Never doubt yourself when it comes to pursuing something your heart and soul desires. You can always start small and build on that, little by little.”

 

For aspiring content creators, stable, higher-quality videos is key. Elize strongly advises creators to invest in a Tripod. “This purchase made me realize the importance of having high-quality technical equipment in this field, especially now that we are in a pandemic.”

 

Mary Grace Khu

Mary Grace Khu’s passion lies in creating meaningful connections, which is why she chose to pursue a career as an events host. MG started hosting professionally a decade ago, but her passion for being onstage dates back to her childhood. At a young age, she realized she loved bringing joy to her audience and that this was what she wanted to make a living out of. 

She shares that it’s important to hold on to personal values when pursuing one’s passion in such a fast-paced industry. “Don’t forget to stay grounded. Stay humble and build a healthy working relationship with others. Learn from whatever mistakes that brought you to where you are. And most importantly, have a grateful heart.”

 

For MG, would-be hosts who want to pursue gigs from home should get a Boya Lapel Mic, which ensures quality audio output to satisfy potential clients. 

 

Patty Marabut

Like most of us, Patty Marabut’s true passion had nothing to do with the course she took in college. An engineering graduate, Patty found herself starting a business due to her passion for food and her innate entrepreneurial drive. She is currently the co-owner and VP of marketing at The Lost Bread, and also the owner of Royal Harness and The Kind. 

 

Patty and her partner initially found it difficult to entice customers, which is why she encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to think things through before taking the plunge. “It’s still important to run numbers and assess the risks before starting. Not every passion can be turned into a career, but with proper planning and the right people behind you, it’s possible.”

 

Patty also believes that for one’s business to succeed, aspiring entrepreneurs should invest in their employees’ well-being. “The number one driver in pursuing our passion individually and as a team is the people behind us. Initially we started with simple plastic chairs for our employees, but when Christmas 2019 came, we decided to gift them all with comfortable Swivel Chairs from Shopee.” 

 

Angelo Casimiro

He’s still in school, but college student Angelo Casimiro has already built a thriving career in innovation. Angelo’s interest in the subject developed at just four years old, when his grandfather, a retired mechanical engineer, taught him to build homebrew wind turbines and remote control cars. Angelo went on to win robotics competitions and even became the first Filipino awardee at Google Science Fair competition. Now, he also shares DIY electronics projects and tutorials on social media. 

 

Turning one’s passion into their career doesn’t happen overnight, but Angelo assures aspiring inventors that their drive will sustain them. “Just remember to stay curious everyday and never give up on your goals. And never forget to pass your knowledge to others who are also eager to learn.”

 

Get started on electronics projects with this Physics Electrical Package from e-Gizmo, Angelo’s go-to Shopee store.

 

Check out Shopee every akinse to enjoy exclusive deals on must-haves for pursuing your passion! At Shopee’s Aug 15 Payday Sale, get free shipping with no minimum spend, ₱150 off vouchers, and up to 50% Bills Cashback. 

 

To discover more deals, visit https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale. 

 

Stay safe at home this akinse by going cashless with ShopeePay, your all-in-one e-wallet which you can use to Buy Load, Pay Bills, and Scan to Pay at multiple merchants nationwide. Top up your ShopeePay wallet through your debit card and online banking to enjoy exclusive ShopeePay promos such as up to 50% Bills Cashback when you pay for Meralco, Maynilad, and more; discounted load up to 50% off; ₱10 mobile data for only ₱1; and ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Seaoil, Potato Corner, and more. 

 

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

 

RCBC dominated the Global Business Review Magazine Awards 2021

Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) continues to gain international recognition for its outstanding initiatives in digital banking.

 

RCBC dominated the Global Business Review Magazine Awards 2021, bagging three awards for categories in the Philippines, including Most Innovative Internet Banking Service Provider, Excellence in Digital Banking Service Provider, and Excellence in Digital Bank. 

 

RCBC bested competitors and was awarded along with at least 11 other financial and academic institutions in the Philippines. The United Arab Emirates-based magazine honors and rewards companies across all sectors including banking, finance, insurance, real estate, leadership, and technology. 

“We are one with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and the Filipino people in building a nation where digital transformation and financial inclusion is the standard. We continue to do our best to make it possible. The recognition from the Global Business Review Magazine Awards strengthens our resolve to remain committed in providing only the best digital banking experience to our customers,” said Eugene Acevedo, President and CEO of RCBC.

“This recognition affirms that digital banking in the Philippines can be world-class. We thank our industry partners for helping us create a digital ecosystem Filipinos can greatly benefit from. With the cooperation of other industry players, we continue to make digital banking in the Philippines more resilient,” said Lito Villanueva, Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer of RCBC.

In the last few months, amid the pandemic, RCBC was able to achieve several milestones, including covering 90 percent of the countries provinces with 85 percent classified as poorest local government units via ATM Go. RCBC also became the first local universal bank to have the most extensive reach. The bank’s RCBC Mobile and DiskarTech apps have registered customers from across all 81 provinces in the Philippines.

RCBC is one of the leading universal banks accelerating digital transformation in the Philippines. It was judged as the Philippines’ best retail bank in the 2021 Global Banking and Finance Review Awards. It is also the best digital bank for Business Tabloid in 2021, by the Asiamoney in 2020, and by the Alpha Southeast Asia for 2020 and 2021, among other global and regional recognitions. It is also the first local universal bank to have the most extensive reach with registered customers from across all 81 provinces nationwide through its mobile apps RCBC Mobile and DiskarTech. Its digital products include RCBC mobile and online banking, handheld ATM Go mobile point-of-sale terminals, and DiskarTech, among others. DiskarTech was recognized as the 2020 breakout finance app in the country by App Annie, a global data analytics firm covering all mobile applications worldwide.

realme celebrates Dare To Be You Global Fan Fest this month

The realme Squad is in for an amazing treat as the country’s no. 1 smartphone for Q1 and Q2 2021 continues its highly anticipated Global Fan Fest celebration this whole month of August. With an exciting roster of events, promo campaigns, and other initiatives, realme aims to show its gratitude for the continuous support and loyalty it has received from its Filipino audience.

Since its entry to the local market in 2018, realme has undeniably gone on to become the fastest-growing smartphone brand in the Philippines. The brand has achieved tremendous year-over-year growth and continues to disrupt the industry with its impressive lineup of smartphones and AIOT products. This year, realme further cemented its position as the no. 1 smartphone brand in the country as it emerged as the top smartphone vendor for two consecutive quarters according to separate reports from marketing research firms Canalys and Counterpoint Research. 

With all these milestones, the brand is committed to giving back to the realme community by dedicating a month-long celebration jam-packed with initiatives that are sure to delight the Squad. 

“In just less than three years, realme has managed to achieve unimaginable success in the Philippines, and we could not have done this without the incredible support of our fans and community. Knowing that we have the realme Squad with us every step of the way pushes us to outdo ourselves and reach greater heights”, shares Austine Huang, realme Philippines’ VP for Marketing. “We are truly grateful for your loyalty, and we hope that our Global Fan Fest this month will spread joy and optimism amid these challenging times,” adds Huang. 

 

With the theme Dare To Be You, this year’s Global Fan Fest serves as a reminder to today’s youth to be unapologetically real despite the noises that surround us. With this in mind, realme is set to roll out various initiatives and events this month that the Squad can look forward to. 

 

Dare To Experience: Extended 8.8 Sale on Shopee and Lazada

 

To kickstart the month-long celebration, realme recently launched its 8.8 Sale on Lazada and Shopee with massive discounts of up to 40% OFF on smartphones and TechLife devices. Products such as the recently launched TechLife Air Purifier and Cobble Bluetooth Speaker, along with other well-loved offerings like the realme 8 Series, the realme C25S, and the realme Watch 2 Series, are available at special discounted prices until August 10 on Shopee, and August 12 on Lazada.

Dare To Represent: Search for realme’s next brand ambassador

 

In line with its commitment to be a champion for today’s youth, realme is looking for new authentic voices to represent and collaborate with the brand through the second installment of Dare To Represent, the online search for realme’s next brand ambassador. Two winners will get to take home a P50,000 cash prize, 1-year contract as brand influencer, and other content collaboration opportunities. 

 

To join, interested participants are tasked to upload a short video explaining how they encourage themselves to stay unapologetically real despite what other people may say. Entries will be accepted until August 20, and the announcement of winners will be on August 26. For the full set of mechanics, visit this link and the realme Philippines Facebook page.

 

Dare To Be You: A social media movement

 

True to its mission of empowering the youth to be unapologetically real, realme is also set to amplify stories of inspiration through the Dare To Be You social media movement. Happening on August 11, this online roadblock aims to highlight what it means to turn negative external noise into opportunities for one’s growth and self-improvement. 

 

For the campaign, realme partnered with notable Filipino personalities with rich stories of success in their chosen industries. Included in the roster are top fashion model Reins Mika Melitante, shoutcaster and gaming analyst Caisam “Wolf” Nopueto, globally renowned fashion designer Carl Jan Cruz, drag artist Prince Martell, and creative director Ryuji Shiomitsu, among many others. Through their stories, realme aims to give hope to today’s youth and spread awareness on the importance of staying true to one’s passion despite challenges.

Dare to Be Trendsetting: realme Super Brand Day Sale on Shopee

As part of the month-long celebration, the realme Squad can also look forward to exciting discounts and offers on their favorite realme smartphones and TechLife products during realme’s Super Brand Day Sale on Shopee on August 26 to 28.Special prizes will also be given away during the brand’s livestream series on the Shopee app during the sale. 

Dare to Celebrate: realme Mobile Legends Cup Season 4 Grand Finals

The realme Global Fan Fest culminates on August 26 with the much-awaited grand finals tournament of the multi-awarded realme Mobile Legends Cup, where the remaining teams will battle it out for Mobile Legends supremacy and the chance to bring home up to P500,000 worth of prizes. 

As a special treat for the realme Squad, the brand also enlisted top local music acts to join in on the celebration, making it a one-of-a-kind event where gaming and music will come together. The RMC Season 4 Grand Finals will happen on August 26 at the realme Philippines Facebook page. 

With all these initiatives and more, the realme Global Fan Fest will definitely be one for the books! For more info, updates, and other surprises, be sure to follow realme on Facebook at facebook.com/realmePhilippines, @realme_PH on Twitter, and @realmephilippines on Instagram. #DareToBeYou #realmePH