Find out what kind of listener you are and check out the best Spotify Premium Mini plan suited for your lifestyle

Whether it's an inspiring podcast to kickstart your week or a playlist of your favorite tracks for your run, nothing perks up anyone's mood like good audio content. Good news! PayMaya has teamed up with Spotify to offer the ability to directly purchase Premium and Premium Mini plans on the PayMaya mobile app. With Spotify’s recent launch of Premium Mini in the Philippines, PayMaya users can now conveniently access their everyday e-wallet to purchase its weekly and daily subscriptions for as low as PHP7/day and PHP26/week.  

And hello to listening to downloaded music while on the go! Spotify Premium Mini gives listeners a subset of their favorite Premium features, and the ability to pay for it by the day or by the week, paying for only when they need it.  

 

Looking to upgrade your listening experience? Find out what kind of listener you are and check out the best Spotify Premium Mini plan suited for your lifestyle:  

 

For the on-the-go listener. Your days are usually packed with a long list of tasks to tick off, and you’d like to kickstart your week with a motivational podcast from Superhuman with Wil Dasovich or an entertaining episode from Between Us Queens to get you going. You only want to enjoy ad-free listening for an entire day, Mondays specifically – to get you ready for the rest of the week. With the Spotify Premium Mini plan worth PHP7, you can do just that, available for purchase directly on the PayMaya app!  

 

For the holidaymakers at home. Reimagine a vacation at home with a few tweaks to make your house staycation ready. You’ve finally decided to take that well-deserved break, so disconnect from your emails and rearrange your space, maybe pick up that book you’ve been meaning to read, or even try out that recipe that’s burning in your mind. Spotify’s weekly Premium Mini plan will be the perfect audio companion during your break, from curated playlists to podcasts to inspire you. Simply purchase via the PayMaya app for just PHP26. 

 

For the fitness newbie. You've just started a new 30-day workout challenge, and you're determined to get fitter and stronger by the end of the month. Since gyms are not yet operational, you have to do all this while staying at home. Good thing, all you need is your yoga mat and a fun Spotify workout playlist to keep you pumped. You can conveniently purchase a Spotify Premium Plan good for 30 days for just PHP149!  

 

As a special launch offer, PayMaya users can access a 7-day Spotify Premium free trial on the PayMaya mobile app. To subscribe to Spotify Premium on PayMaya: 

·       Make sure that your PayMaya app is updated to the latest version, then tap the "Play" button on the PayMaya app homepage.  

·       On the “Music” tab, choose Spotify and the desired Premium Mini Plan. Choose between the monthly, weekly or daily subscription. 

·       Download and sign in to Spotify.  

·       Complete the purchase using your PayMaya wallet, and you're in!  

If you’re looking for that tamang timpla in your cup of coffee, try the NEW Great Taste Duo

Admit it, getting up in the morning can be one of the most challenging things you do in a day, especially with the weather getting a wee bit more relaxing lately. The temptation to have a slow and sluggish start to your day may get way too difficult to fight.

 

But being late to anything, whether to your morning ritual or to your work is never a good way to start the day. No matter how inviting it is to sleep in, you’ve got it in you to seize the morning and make it a great one.

 

And what better way to do just that than to have your perfect cup of coffee, right? Not only can it help give you the energy that you need, it can also put a smile on your face. 

If you’re looking for that tamang timpla in your cup of coffee, try the NEW Great Taste Duo — the first 2-in-1 coffee mix in the market. It’s got the bold coffee flavor you crave for in the morning, mixed with just the right amount of sugar to sweeten your days.

 

This innovative mix of dark roast coffee and brown sugar is perfect to make you feel energized and ready to conquer a busy day ahead. Since it’s also easy to prepare, you can enjoy this at any time of the day too. What’s best about it is it’s available both online and in your nearby sari-sari store for only Php 5.00 per sachet!

 

Sometimes all you need is the ideal 2-in-1 coffee companion to put a smile on your face first thing in morning or in the middle of a challenging task. So, don’t forget to grab some when you go out to get buy your favorite pandesal and palaman breakfast combo.

 

For more information on this all-new 2-in-1 coffee mix, visit facebook.com/GreatTasteCoffeePH.

Smart launches the Signature Plans+, the first and only postpaid line-up in the country that features Unli 5G access

Leading mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continues to set the pace for 5G in the Philippines as it launches the Signature Plans+, the first and only postpaid line-up in the country that features Unli 5G access for subscribers.

 

Aside from Unli 5G access, the groundbreaking Signature Plans+ also come with other unlimited features for a truly worry-free postpaid experience. These include Unli Calls & Texts to All Networks, Unli Calls to All Landline Numbers, plus 12-month Netflix Mobile Plan subscription for unlimited enjoyment of thousands of award-winning shows, series, and more. 

 

The launch of the Signature Plans+ comes on the heels of Smart’s latest recognition from Ookla, the global leader in internet testing and analysis,  as the ‘Most Reliable 5G Mobile Operator in the Philippines.’* To clinch this award, Smart obtained the highest scores for 5G Consistency and 5G Availability in the country.

 

Ookla has also recently cited Smart as the Fastest 5G Mobile Network in the Philippines for Q1-Q2 2021,** with a Speed Score of 204.81 – twice the score of its closest rival – using real-world tests by subscribers.

Unlock unlimited possibilities with Unli 5G

 

“Our Signature Plan+ offers are in line with our strategic efforts to bring the game-changing benefits of Smart 5G to more Filipinos, “ said Jane J. Basas, SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business at Smart.

Jane J. Basas, Smart SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business

“Speed has always been vital in our increasingly digital world, and we believe that by offering an Unli 5G experience on our fastest 5G network we are enabling you to realize unlimited possibilities in your careers and passions. We’ve designed the Signature Plans+ to be simply unlimited for the unlimited you,” she added.

With Unli 5G on the Smart Signature Plans+, subscribers can upload and download heavy work files in seconds, make crystal-clear video calls, and stream virtual seminars and classes seamlessly. Customers can also post and share their passions with the rest of the world faster, and immerse in their choice of entertainment with seamless streaming and lag-free gaming anytime and anywhere.

The unlimited features of Signature Plans+ also make sure subscribers are worry-free especially when it comes to getting in touch with loved ones, checking in with friends and colleagues at work or business, as well as making important landline calls when necessary. 

Alfredo S. Panlilio, PLDT Inc. and Smart Communications President and CEO

Shing Dimagiba, Smart VP and Head of Postpaid Marketing

Enjoy simply unlimited plans starting at Php999 per month

Signature Plans+ come in four SIM-Only plans, which are all packed with bigger and better data allocation. 

For Plan XL+ at Php2,499 per month, subscribers can get true Unlimited 5G & 4G data throughout their contract. 

For the other plans, subscribers get Unlimited 5G data for six months plus big data allocations -- Plan S+ (Php999 per month) with 20GB, Plan M+ (Php1,499 per month) with 40GB and Plan L+ (Php1,999) with 60GB. 

On top of that, all these postpaid plans are packed with Unlimited Calls & Texts to All Networks, Unlimited Landline Calls to All Networks and a Netflix Mobile Plan subscription.

Smart will also soon provide options to pair Signature Plans+ with 5G devices through its partnerships with leading smartphone makers, including Apple, Huawei, OPPO, realme, Samsung, vivo, and Xiaomi, among others.

Smart Signature subscribers are also able to conveniently manage their digital life using the GigaLife App, a one-stop app that enables them to check their account details, monitor their subscription, as well as earn and accumulate GigaPoints for exclusive rewards and perks.

 

Make the Smart move now

The launch of Signature Plans+ reinforces Smart’s position as the pioneer of 5G in the Philippines. To date, Smart has fired up over 4,000 5G sites in more than 3,000 strategic locations across the nation, making it the first, fastest, and widest 5G network in the country.

Customers can apply for the new Signature Plans+ at all Smart Stores nationwide. There’s also no better time than now to switch and make the Smart move without changing your number through the Mobile Number Portability (MNP) facility. To know more about MNP, visit x.smart/switch.

You can also know the perfect Signature Plans+ offer that suits your unlimited lifestyle on the GigaLife App and at www.smart.com.ph/Signature.

 

 

*Most Reliable 5G Mobile Network based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® 5G Availability and 5G Consistency data in Philippines Q2 2021. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission. 

**Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data for Q1-Q2 2021. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission. 

PLDT Home is the official broadband partner of Miss Universe Philippines 2021

As the official broadband partner of Miss Universe Philippines (MUP) 2021, PLDT Home reignites its commitment in powering young Filipina queens on their quest to become an inspiration to the world.

 

The country’s leading telecommunications and digital services provider joins millions of Filipinos online this September 30 (Thursday), as 28 Miss Universe Philippines candidates get together at the Henann Resort Alona Beach, Bohol for the Grand Coronation night. What to expect: A showcase of beauty, talent, and heart that will altogether define what it means to be a #StrongerQueenWithin!

 

PLDT Home is coming off last year’s successful partnership with the much-anticipated local pageant, which then crowned Iloilo’s Rabiya Mateo as both Miss Universe Philippines and Miss PLDT Home.

Mateo, a top 21 finisher at the 69th Miss Universe Pageant in Hollywood, Florida last May, will also be present at the Miss Universe Philippines 2021 event to crown her Miss PLDT Home successor.

 

The Miss Universe Philippines 2021 coronation night will be streamed live via KTX on September 30, 7pm. It will be telecast via GMA 7 on October 3.

 

“We’re proud and delighted to have PLDT Home again as Miss Universe Philippines partner. We’re thankful for the brand joining and supporting our cause,” said MUP national director Shamcey Supsup-Lee.

 

“Together, we believe we can pave the way for queens to serve others and be an inspiration. Specifically, during this pandemic, it is through their strong and meaningful online connections that they become better, stronger, and more empowered women with a heart.”
 

The newly crowned Miss Universe Philippines will represent the Philippines in the international pageant, to be held in Eilat, Israel in December. 

 

As MUP’s official broadcast partner, PLDT Home seeks to power our young queens through their life in the new normal. By building powerful digital connections that bridge them to the rest of the world, the brand is able to help these beautifully confident Filipinas in their different advocacies and causes.

 

Follow the journey of Miss Universe Philippines 2021 and join the conversation online using the hashtags #StrongerQueenWithin and #InspireYou. Get the latest updates about PLDT Home through its social media pages on Facebook (www.facebook.com/pldthome), Instagram and Twitter (@pldthome). 

 

Begin your holiday shopping at Shopee’s Sep 30 Payday Sale and keep these other tips from Jose Mari Chan

As we settle into the -ber months, it’s time to start thinking of your Christmas list. If you’re at a loss as to how to spread joy to your loved ones during the holidays amidst a pandemic, who better to ask for advice than one of the Philippines’ Christmas icons, Jose Mari Chan? 

 

The musician, who has been Shopee’s Christmas ambassador since 2018, shares that the important thing is to imbue the true spirit of Christmas. “This pandemic may have completely changed our shopping habits, but one thing remains the same—every chance you get to show kindness, do so. Whatever you give doesn't have to be a big amount.”

 

Begin your holiday shopping at Shopee’s Sep 30 Payday Sale and keep these other tips from Jose Mari Chan in mind: 

 

1. Take advantage of the convenience and accessibility of online shopping

 

Like plenty of Filipinos, Jose Mari Chan prefers to shop online these days, from gifts to basic necessities and healthcare products. “Instead of taking public transport or driving to a store, you can purchase from Shopee while staying at home.” Aside from enjoying the safety and convenience, he adds that users get to help out other Filipinos. “You're doing not only yourself a favor. You also continue to support small businesses, manufacturers, and delivery services.” 

 

2. Always check for free shipping and other promos to make shopping more worthwhile

 

Jose Mari Chan reminds users to keep an eye out for vouchers, especially during Shopee’s big sales. At the upcoming Sep 30 Payday Sale, for instance, users can enjoy free shipping with no minimum spend, 30% bills cashback, and 30% off vouchers. Stack vouchers for bigger discounts. Jose Mari Chan says, “What more can you ask for? I assure you, when you purchase on Shopee, you will always be able to get the best deal.” 

 

3. Go cashless for safe and convenient transactions

 

Start opting for contactless payment methods for safe and convenient payments. Use ShopeePay, Shopee’s all-in-one e-wallet, to Buy Load, Pay Bills & Scan to Pay. At Shopee’s Sep 30 Payday Sale, enjoy ShopeePay-exclusive promos such as up to 50% off on mobile load; 30% bills cashback from Meralco, Maynilad, PLDT, and over 60 other billers; and ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Potato Corner, Seaoil, and more.

 

For account security, Jose Mari Chan adds, “Change your ShopeePay PIN regularly and do not share it with anyone to prevent unauthorized purchases.”

 

4. It's better to plan ahead and organize your Christmas list early on

 

Jose Mari Chan shares that he and his wife are early birds when it comes to holiday shopping. He advises users to follow this principle and plan ahead. “List down some important people whom you want to cheer up, then browse online to see what items you can give. Do it early. If you leave it up to the last minute, you might make some impulse purchases or even overspend,” he says. 

 

5. Put more heart into picking gifts to make it more meaningful 

 

Feeling stumped about gift ideas? Here’s a piece of advice from Jose Mari Chan: try to come up with gifts that hold meaning for the recipient. “For the past years, my wife and I have been giving each other a common gift that we’d both agree on prior, such as items we need for the home. I would also ask special friends if they have a favorite charity, and I would donate in their name as a gift.” 

 

The musician concludes that as he gets older, he derives more pleasure from giving than receiving. “When you receive, it's just a moment's pleasure. When you give, it lasts longer. When you give out of kindness, love, charity, and generosity, the impact will last for many years.”

 

Get gift ideas at Shopee’s Sep 30 Payday Sale: https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale. 

 

Enjoy the Christmas festivities with Jose Mari Chan and watch his latest Shopee video via Facebook at https://shp.ee/5kkbwhh or YouTube at https://shp.ee/vtk84wr. 

 

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

 

COMELEC had announced the voter registration is now extended from October 11 to 30,8am to 5pm from Mondays to Fridays

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) had announced today the voter registration is now extended from October 11 to 30,8am to 5pm from Mondays to Fridays (except for the last day, Oct. 30)  from the initial deadline of September 30 allowing more time for eligible Filipino voters to register for the 2022 national elections. Overseas voter registration is also extended for another 2 weeks, from October 1-14.

 

Vote Pilipinas, the official voter registration information campaign of COMELEC, held the last stretch of its townhall series, #MagparehistroKa Grand Townhall a few days before the COMELEC’s announcement of extension for voter registration.  Streamed across various online platforms, the event gathered COMELEC officials, youth representatives and partner organizations to participate in an online forum and roundtable discussion to encourage more Filipinos eligible to vote to register for the upcoming 2022 national elections.

“As early as June, we already reached our initial target of registering 4 million new and reactivated voters. We now stand at almost 63 million registered voters for 2022. We want to thank Vote Pilipinas for playing a vital role in being the partner of the commission in campaigning for more people to register“ said Director James Jimenez from the Education and Information Department of COMELEC in a keynote speech. 

Several partner organizations also participated in the forum delivering each of their insights during the discussion. “Kailangan nating maibahagi sa ating mga kabataan na the right to vote is a right of passage for everyone. We want to raise a new generation of voters,na kikilatisin ang bawat boto at hindi magpapabili ng boto” said TOWNS Foundation Chair, Ces Orena Drilon. 

 

“Ito ang panahon kung saan tayo ay lahat pantay-pantay, to have a choice to choose their leaders. Kailangan lahat ng sectors ng society, kailangan mag participate, kailangan bumoto” said Ron Astillas, Chair of the LGBT Chamber of Commerce. “Grab the Vote is all about action, we’ve been trying to find ways to create awareness and education through our app and at the same time offering safe mobility  solutions for Filipinos who need to go to registration sites and express their civic duties” added Crisostomo Alcaraz Deputy Country Marketing Head of Grab. 

 

“We want to thank our campaign partners, who enabled us to push and share information on voter registration to every Filipino. With the extension, we hope to still encourage more Filipinos and it is never too late to register as we draw closer to the new deadline” says Ces Rondario, Impact Hub Manila’s co-founder and head of Vote Pilipinas.

 

Lastly, Vote Pilipinas encourage everyone to participate in the Magparehistro Ka! Challenge a social media campaign set to incentivize newly registered voters who are encouraged to post their selfies and captions detailing why it’s important for them to register to vote.

 

To participate in this challenge, newly registered voters simply need to post a photo of themselves on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, answering the question in their caption: “Bakit mahalagang magparehistro?” Participants must follow @votepilipinas, use the hashtags #MagpaRehistroKa, #VotePilipinas, #RegisteredtoVote, and #LiveSmartVoteSmart and send a photo of their registration stubs and proof of entries to the Vote Pilipinas account. To learn more, visit Vote Pilipinas on Facebook. 

Amaia Land is expanding its Amaia Scapes Bulacan project

For those looking out for a new home, you may consider Amaia Land. It is now expanding its Amaia Scapes Bulacan project, a 20.4-hectare development located along Sta. Maria-Pandi Road in Barangay Manggahan and Sta. Cruz, Bulacan. 

While millions of Filipinos long to return to their prepandemic lives, transitioning to normalcy continues to be an elusive prospect, especially with the more transmissible Delta variant causing a surge of new cases in the country.

Still, despite the uncertainties this engenders, trusted real estate brand Amaia Land remains constant in its goal to upgrade the lives and lifestyles of Filipinos with affordable high-quality housing all over the country. 

For one, Amaia Land is expanding its Amaia Scapes Bulacan project, a 20.4-hectare development located along Sta. Maria-Pandi Road in Barangay Manggahan and Sta. Cruz, Bulacan. The development currently comprises four sectors but an ongoing expansion, set to last until 2023, will make more Amaia Scapes dwellings available to a vast market of aspiring homeowners who want to escape from the congested metropolis and settle down in healthier environs like Bulacan.

Bulacan province, home to twenty-one municipalities and three component cities, has the fastest growing economy in Central Luzon. Considered the Gateway of the North because it is the first province that greets travelers on the North Luzon Expressway or NLEX, Bulacan also stands to benefit from the government’s infrastructure projects. Imagine reduced travel time between the province and Metro Manila, on one hand, and outlying provinces like Pampanga, on the other.

As an idyllic housing project, Amaia Scapes Bulacan features tastefully designed house and lot units that Filipino families would thrive in. Potential buyers should check out its newest house model, Single Home 80—a spaciously laid-out 3-bedroom unit with an average floor area of 80 sqms and lot area of 100 sqms.

These cozy and comfortable abodes enhance Amaia Scapes Bulacan’s status as a sleek and modern residential community that offers a safe and secure neighborhood; first-rate amenities such as a swimming pool, a basketball court, a village pavilion, and a play area; and a ‘walkable’ green environment made lush by trees and pleasant landscaping.

Such features encourage residents and families to lead active and holistic lifestyles as they await the ‘new normal’ and the resumption of a wholesome social life and prosperous economy.

Altogether, the expansion of Amaia Scapes Bulacan can only mean more options for more working class Filipinos at affordable and competitive prices. 

For inquiries about Amaia, visit https://www.amaialand.com or contact our Amaia real estate sales person.