New Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+ Deliver Revolutionary Camera Experiences, Day and Night

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled Galaxy S22 and S22+, two flagship devices that power creativity and self-expression. Galaxy S22 and S22+ introduce dynamic cameras with advanced intelligent image processing to make every moment epic. Built with a bold, sustainably conscious design, Galaxy S22 and S22+ are designed to be both beautiful and environmentally conscious. 

 

“Our smartphone cameras have transformed the way we create, share, and communicate. Through photos and videos, we express ourselves and connect with the people we care about,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Samsung Electronics’ MX (Mobile eXperience) Business. “That’s why we focused on designing our latest S series devices with groundbreaking camera capabilities that work day and night, powered by our best mobile performance yet.”  

 Create, capture, and share your best moments with pro-grade AI camera features on the latest Galaxy S series

Own the Night with Samsung’s Most Intelligent Camera Yet

Galaxy S22 and S22+ are designed to deliver next-level camera experiences, so people can connect and share wherever they are. With the Galaxy S22 series’ revolutionary new Nightography features – like the 23% larger sensor than S21 and S21+ and Adaptive Pixel technology – your camera is designed to let in more light, draw out details, and capture colors that make your content pop, even in the dark^[1]. Both Galaxy S22 and S22+ are built with a powerful 50MP main camera, 10MP tele-lens, and 12MP ultra-wide lens, so you always get the high quality shots. When you’re capturing videos with friends, the new Auto Framing^[2] feature detects and tracks up to 10 people and automatically adjusts the camera’s focus, so your camera captures everyone clearly. Both devices are powered by advanced VDIS technology which minimizes vibrations, so you get smooth, sharp footage even when you’re on the move.

 

Galaxy S22 and S22+ are also equipped with Samsung’s latest AI technology that takes your photos to the next level. It’s easy to take perfect Portrait Mode photos with the new AI Stereo Depth Map, and your subjects will look better than ever with even the smallest details appearing crisp and clear thanks to a sophisticated AI algorithm. The same works for your favorite furry friend: Galaxy S22/S22+’s new Portrait mode helps prevent pet hair from blending into the background, so you always get the best shot of your pet. 

 

Power and Performance that Keep up with Your Life

From work to home, Galaxy S22 and S22+ are designed to power you through even the busiest days with the first-ever 4nm processor on a Galaxy smartphone. It powers our most advanced AI and ML processing to date, delivering unrivaled performance for all your streaming and productivity needs. What’s more, network behavior analysis streamlines your app performance by automatically detecting which app you’re using and directing the most power there – so steaming, surfing the web, and navigating apps have never been smoother.

 

A lightning-fast processor demands power that can keep pace. Galaxy S22 is built with a robust all-day battery^[3]and 25W fast charging^[4] that never slows you down, and Galaxy S22+ features a super powerful battery that can last even longer than a day on a single charge. Galaxy S22+ also offers 45W super-fast charging, so you don’t have to wait when your power is running low.

 

Streaming a movie or your favorite show will look even better on Galaxy S22 and S22+’s beautiful displays. Both devices come equipped with a Dynamic AMOLED^[5] 2x adaptive 120Hz display, designed for the best in gaming and watching. Whether you choose Galaxy S22’s premium 6.1-inch display or Galaxy S22+’s 6.6-inch,^[6] each screen is built with intelligent Vision Booster technology that automatically adjusts the display to the lighting around you and enhances the color contrast, so you can enjoy the best possible view of your content. Plus, hardware performance enhancements have improved display brightness – S22 has a peak brightness of 1,300nit while S22+ features a peak 1,750nit.^[7]

 

S22 and S22+ will also ensure you can always stay connected and collaborative. Through our partnership with Google, you can enjoy Google Duo^[8] live sharing^[9] to view photos in Gallery with friends or write meeting notes with colleagues on Samsung Notes – even while you’re apart. 

 

Design to Perfection and Built to Last

 

Both Galaxy S22 and S22+ feature the S series’ iconic, fan-favorite Contour-Cut design that blends the camera seamlessly into the housing. To create a sleeker and more refined look, Samsung built both devices with a distinctive flat display, complete with a luxurious glass and haze finish. Now, the S series camera housing is designed to match the color of the device’s body with a slim and symmetric metal frame for a seamless look. The result is a balanced, unified design that’s modern, fashionable, and sleek. Both the Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22+ are available in Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and Pink Gold.^[10]

 

And that stunning design is built to last: the Galaxy S22 Series presents Samsung’s most durable mobile devices yet. Galaxy S22 and S22+ are the first S series models made with Armor Aluminum – our  strongest aluminum frame, so you can take your phone anywhere with peace of mind. The Galaxy S22 series is also the first smartphones to feature new Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+. The S22 series devices are equipped with this tough glass on the front and back, so you can worry less about accidental drops.

 

But we know true durability is not just about hardware. As part of our commitment to giving users the best possible mobile performance and experience, the entire Galaxy S22 series will be supported by up to four generations of Android OS upgrades.^[11] Now millions of Galaxy users can take advantage of the latest security, productivity, and other exciting new features, for longer. Samsung will scale this effort across our product line-up to ensure you’re fully supported across your Galaxy ecosystem.

 

The Galaxy S series also makes it easy to make your phone your own. You can use Samsung’s clean and intuitive new One UI user interface to customize the look and feel of your home screen and widget. Tailor your icon colors, widgets, color palette, and more to your personal preferences, and create a mobile experience that reflects who you are. One UI also gives you easy access to a wealth of emojis, GIFs, and stickers directly on your keyboard, so you can instantly communicate exactly how you feel without typing a single word^[12].

 

Help Build a Sustainable Future through Galaxy for the Planet

 

As our most eco-conscious device ever, the Galaxy S22 series pioneers mobile technology while supporting our planet. Plastic pollution poses serious threats to our environment, and discarded fishing nets are especially harmful to marine life and our oceans. By collaborating with leading organizations, Samsung helps recover discarded fishing nets^[13] and transforms them into a high-performance material for our smartphones. This material – used in the Galaxy S22 series’ component, key bracket – contains 20% recycled ocean-bound plastic^[14] from discarded fishing nets. The Galaxy S22 series also incorporates post-consumer recycled material in its speaker module, as well as the inner parts of the power and volume keys.

 

In addition to ocean-bound plastics, we use 100% recycled paper for the Galaxy S22’s packaging and include a protective film made from recycled plastic. Every smartphone case is also designed with UL-certified, eco-conscious materials^[15] – such as recycled post-consumer plastics or bio-based substances. These purposeful innovations are the latest example of Samsung’s commitment to doing more with less as part of Galaxy for the Planet. 

 

Security You Can Trust 

The Galaxy S22 series is secured by Samsung’s powerful Knox Vault security platform, which includes a secure processor and memory that completely isolates sensitive data like your passwords, biometrics, or Blockchain keys from the phone’s main operating system. One UI's privacy dashboard and Indicator make it easy to see which apps are accessing your data and camera, so you can decide whether to grant or deny permission to each app. The Galaxy S22 series also introduces several new security features, including ARM micro architecture, which helps prevent cyberattacks that target your operating system and memory.

 

Stay Connected with the Galaxy Ecosystem

Alongside the new S22 series, Samsung is introducing an all-new line of tablets and a pack of updated features for Galaxy Watch4 so that Galaxy users can stay connected in every aspect of their lives. Built for a new era of connectivity, Galaxy Tab S8 series– including Tab S8 WiFi/5G, Tab S8+ 5G and Tab S8 Ultra 5G – is Samsung’s most versatile line of tablets ever, built and designed to meet the ever-changing needs of those who work, study, play and create. 

 

Price & Availability

Starting February 9, 2022 11:00 PM until March 3, 2022, customers who pre-order the Galaxy S22 and S22+ through Samsung.com, can get freebies and discounts worth up to PHP 13,200. Customers can enjoy a PHP 10,000 e-voucher which can be used to purchase select mobile products in the Samsung Online Store, a Silicone Case with Strap worth PHP 1,999 and a Lucky Box Strap worth PHP 1,299. 

 

Customers can also pre-order through Samsung Experience Stores, select Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com and MemoXpress Online from February 10 – March 3, 2022, to get as much as PHP 10,200 worth of freebies, including a pair of Galaxy Buds2 worth PHP 6,990, a Silicone Case with Strap worth PHP 1,999 and a Lucky Box Strap worth PHP 1,299.

 

Starting March 4, 2022, the Galaxy S22 and S22+ will be available in Samsung.com, Samsung Experience Stores, select Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com and MemoXpress Online, and telco partners. The Galaxy S22 will start at PHP 45,990 for the 128GB variant and PHP 49,990 for the 256GB variant, while the Galaxy S22+ will be priced at PHP 56,990 and PHP 60,990 for the 128GB and 256GB variant respectively, in Phantom White, Phantom Black, Pink Gold and Green.  

 

For more information about Galaxy S22 and S22+, please visit: http://www.samsungmobilepress.com, news.samsung.com/galaxy or https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-s22/.

 

 

Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22+
	Galaxy S22		Galaxy S22+
Display	6.1-inch FHD+  Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display  Super Smooth 120Hz refresh rate (10~120Hz)  240Hz Touch Sampling Rate in Game Mode  Vision Booster  Eye Comfort Shield with AI based blue light control		6.6-inch FHD+  Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display  Super Smooth 120Hz refresh rate (10~120Hz)  240Hz Touch Sampling Rate in Game Mode  Vision Booster  Eye Comfort Shield AI based blue light control
	*Measured diagonally, Galaxy S22's screen size is 6.1-inch in the full rectangle and 5.9-inch with accounting for the rounded corners, Galaxy S22+'s screen size is 6.6-inch in the full rectangle and 6.4-inch with accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
Security	Ultrasonic Fingerprint
Dimensions & Weight	70.6 x 146.0 x 7.6mm, 168g			75.8 x 157.4 x 7.6mm, 196g
Camera	12MP Ultra-Wide Camera  ●      F2.2, FOV 120˚   50 MP Wide Camera  ●      Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8, FOV 85˚    10MP Telephoto Camera  ●      3x Optical Zoom, OIS, F2.4, FOV 36˚    10MP Front Camera  ●      F2.2, FOV 80˚
AP	Advanced 4nm Processing
	*May differ by market and carrier
Memory	8 + 256GB   8 + 128GB
	*Actual storage space may vary by market, model, file size and format.
Battery	3,700mAh	4,500mAh
	*Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 3590mAh for Galaxy S22 and 4370mAh for Galaxy S22+. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging	25W Wired   15W Wireless   Wireless PowerShare USB-IF compliant	Up to 45W Wired   15W Wireless Wireless PowerShare  USB-IF compliant
	*Estimated against the usage profile of an average/typical user. Independently assessed by Strategy Analytics between 2021.12.08–12.20 in USA and UK with pre-release versions of SM-S901, SM-S906, SM-S908 under default setting using 5G Sub6 networks (NOT tested under 5G mmWave network). Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors.
	*25W Power Adapter, 45W Power Adapter and data cable sold separately. Using the original Samsung 45W Power Adapter and data cable is recommended for Galaxy S22+. Using the original Samsung 25W Power Adapter and data cable is recommended for Galaxy S22.
	*The USB Implementers Forum, Inc. (USB-IF) was established in 1995 to support and accelerate the market and consumer adoption of USB compliant devices. Galaxy S22 and S22+'s Super Fast Charging has been certified to be compliant to the USB standards which means your products have met the highest standards in the industry. This certification can be found on www.usb.org.
	* Limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy S22, S22+, S22 Ultra, Z Fold3 5G, Z Flip3 5G, S21 FE 5G, S21 5G, S21+ 5G, S21 Ultra 5G, Z Fold2, Note20, Note20 Ultra, S20 FE, S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, Z Flip, Note10, Note10+, S10e, S10, S10+, Fold, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE and Note5. Only available with certain Samsung Galaxy wearables such as Galaxy Buds2, Buds Pro, Buds Live, Watch4, Watch4 Classic, Watch3, Watch Active2, Watch Active, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds. If battery power is lower than 30% Wireless PowerShare may not function. May not work with certain accessories, covers, other brand devices or some Samsung wearables. May affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment.
OS	Android 12 One UI 4.1
Network and Connectivity
	5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E (Galaxy S22+) / Wi-Fi 6(Galaxy S22), Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth® v 5.2
	*5G services are only supported in 5G network enabled locations. Requires optimal 5G connection. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment. *Availability of LTE model varies by country and carrier. * Wi-Fi 6E network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment. Requires optimal connection. Will require a Wi-Fi 6E router. *Ultra Wide Band supported on Galaxy S22+
Sensors	Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Water Resistance	IP68
	* IP68 is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry if wet. Not advised for beach or pool use.

 

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[1] Adaptive Pixel only works with high resolution photos, not at basic resolution.

[2] Auto Framing only available in Video mode. Auto Framing must be enabled before recording. Certain resolutions and ratios may not be supported. Certain functions may not be available when Auto Framing is on. Only people can be recognized, and there is a limit to how many people may be recognized. Available on Samsung Camera, BlueJeans, Google Duo, Meta Messenger, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex Meet, and Zoom. Auto-framing available on select lenses.

[3] Estimated against the usage profile of an average/typical user. Independently assessed by Strategy Analytics between 2021.12.08–12.20 in USA and UK with pre-release versions of SM-S901, SM-S906, SM-S908 under default setting using 5G Sub6 networks (NOT tested under 5G mmWave network). Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors.

[4]Wall charger sold separately; use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. To avoid injury or damage to your device, do not use incompatible, worn or damaged batteries, chargers or cables.  

[5] The Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with Vision Booster on Galaxy S22 and S22+ received a certification from VDE Germany for 100 percent Mobile Color Volume in the DCI-P3 color range, which means your images aren’t washed out and you’ll get unbelievably vivid colors regardless of differing levels of brightness. The display can achieve peak brightness of up to 1750 nits on Galaxy S22+ and 1300 nits on Galaxy S22 improving the contrast between dark and light aspects of digital content for a more brilliant picture quality, with a 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio on Galaxy S22+ and a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio on Galaxy S22 to make your mobile experience more immersive.

[6] Display measurements are diagonal; the actual viewable area is smaller due to rounded corners and camera hole.

[7] The High Brightness Mode reaches to 900nit and up to 1,300nits under direct sunlight for Galaxy S22. The High Brightness Mode reaches to 1,200nits and up to 1,750nits under direct sunlight for Galaxy S22+.

[8] Current sharable apps during Google Duo video calls are Google Arts & Culture, Google Maps, JamBoard, Samsung Notes, Samsung Gallery, and YouTube.

[9] Google Duo is a trademark of Google LLC.  Live sharing host is available to Galaxy S22 series and Galaxy Tab S8 series users at time of launch and will be provided to other Galaxy device users with Android 12 at a later date. Participants may need to upgrade to the latest Google Duo app to use live sharing. Google Duo app availability may vary by market. Requires optimal network connection.

[10] Availability may vary by market

[11] Availability and timing of Android OS upgrades and features may vary by device model and market. Devices eligible for four generations of Android OS upgrades currently include Galaxy S22 series (S22/S22+/S22 Ultra), S21 series (S21/S21+/S21 Ultra/S21 FE), Z Fold3, Z Flip3, and Tab S8 series (Tab S8/Tab S8+/Tab S8 Ultra).

[12] Some may cost extra money.

[13] Discarded fishing nets are purchased through Samsung's partner that works with local fishermen who collect them from the Indian Ocean and neighboring coastal areas. Samsung does not directly recover fishing nets from the ocean.

[14] Ocean-bound plastic is abandoned plastic waste of all sizes (micro-plastics, mezzo-plastics and macro-plastics) that are located within 50km of shores in communities or areas where waste management is inexistent or very inefficient.

[15] Sold separately.

ROCK HARDER WITH LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD AND MORE THIS VALENTINE AT HARD ROCK CAFE!

 

Set the tone to what can be an amazing Valentine, complete with live entertainment, great food and loads of fun at Hard Rock Cafe!

 

On February 14 at 7 pm, Hard  Rock Cafe Manila at Conrad S’Maison, will rock harder to the music of Highway 54 as they play 80s retro sound, nicest of the 90s plus other music genres.  To book a table, contact (02) 89909809 or visit bit.ly/TheBistroGroupTableReservation

Over at Hard Rock Cafe Makati in Glorietta 3, The Spirit Reclassified, (formerly Spirit of 67) makes a comeback with your fave tunes from the 80s plus a bit of pop. To book a table, contact (02) 79003310 or visit bit.ly/TheBistroGroupTableReservation

 

Fee is P 1295 per head (P 1000 consumable on food and beverages)

 

Immerse yourself in awesome music, iconic memorabilia plus delicious food and bring home a Hard Rock Cafe memorabilia as a memento of your visit.  It promises to be one special Valentine’s date!

To know more visit:

Facebook.com/hardrockcafemakati

Facebook.com/hardrockcafemanila

 

Express your love in vivo’s Valentine’s V Love You PHOTO CHALLENGE

This love month, vivo invites all the tech-savvy lovers, partners, and sweethearts out there to show some love to their significant other -- in the most talented yet heartfelt way they can -- with the Valentine’s V Love You PHOTO CHALLENGE.

When they purchase any vivo V23 Series, V21 Series or Y76 5G smartphone at any offline vivo stores nationwide from February 05 to February 20, 2022, participating customers are encouraged to strut their stuff and show their talents to please their girlfriend or boyfriend -- belt out a romantic song, display your dance moves, recite poetry, or whatever it is they do best! 

All participating customers are also required to take a picture holding the store’s V23 5G LDU with the “I ♥ You” written on its Photochromic Glass and upload it on their Facebook or Instagram account with the caption “I love you and vivo XXX Model (they purchased)” with the official hashtags #VLoveYou2022 #HappyVdayWithVivo #vivoV23Series5GLaunchPH #VlogWithStyle

Once successful, among the prizes up for grabs include:

1.   For V21 Series and Y76 5G Customers: exclusive vivo Merch, subject to store’s availability.

2.   For V23 5G Customers: A Wireless Bluetooth Speaker with Alarm Clock.

3.   For V23e 5G Customers: TWS Wireless Earbuds.

A special VDay Prize Gift also awaits in the form of a Premium Necklace and Blue Rose Gift Box. For non-participating customers, meanwhile, an assigned gift also awaits based on the model they purchased, with one set of gift giveaway per phone purchase.

So, this season of love, express yourself and celebrate it with your special someone through vivo’s Valentine’s V Love You PHOTO CHALLENGE. For more details visit vivo Philippines’ official website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram channels.

Shoppers and partners of The SM Store give back to communities

Sharing the gift of learning. The SM Store’s Donate-A-Book gathered more than 130,000 books in 2021 from customers and partner organizations. The books were distributed to over 100 public schools and community organizations nationwide. 

 

Through the generosity of its shoppers and partners, The SM Store was able to gather more than 130,000 books and 45,000 toys through its Donate-A-Book and Share-A-Toy programs in 2021. The SM Store gave shoppers a Php 100 discount coupon for each toy or book that they donated. Along with the books and toys, The SM Store also donated backpacks and school supplies.

The community programs were implemented in partnership with SM Foundation for children in public schools, orphanages, pediatric hospitals, health centers, Christian- and Muslim-run charitable institutions, non-government institutions, and Indigenous People communities. Each of the 68 branches of The SM Store identified two or more community beneficiaries for the donation drive. A list of beneficiaries can be found at www.thesmstore.com.

“We are grateful for the overwhelming support of our shoppers for our Donate-A-Book and Share-A-Toy. Our shoppers are looking for ways to give back, especially during challenging times, and we at The SM Store are happy to share this mission with them,” said Chelo Monasterio, President of The SM Store. 

She added that last years’ programs were special because aside from the generous shoppers of The SM Store, academic institutions, private companies, and non-government organizations took part in the initiative and donated books and toys for the communities. 

 

Schools, publications, and NGOs mobilized communities to share the joy of learning

For Donate-A-Book, the Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations of the Philippines (COCOPEA); Philippine Association of Private Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAPSCU); and the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) mobilized their members to donate quality books and reference materials that will help rebuild and enrich the collections of community and public school libraries.

Olivia Camatog, principal of De La Salle Zobel in Alabang, a member school of PAPSCU and COCOPEA, said the books they donated came from their library collection, some of which have multiple copies. Through this program with SM, Camatog expressed their happiness in giving a meaningful contribution toto rebuilding other schools' libraries.

Publishing companies like Learning Is Fun WS Publication, one of the business partners of The SM Store Stationery, donated reference and activity books. Trailblazing Publishing from the PAPSCU network also shared brand new K to 12 books for public schools.

Representatives from Learning is Fun WS Publication turned over its book donations to The SM Store and SM Foundation through an online event. The donated books were given to children from hospitals, health centers and charitable institutions. 

The Philippine Commission on Women and the National Council of Women of the Philippines also shared books they gathered from partner NGOs. “Through the distribution network of The SM Store and their presence all over the country, we are happy to partner with them so that our book collection will reach more girls and boys in far flung communities,” said Sandy Montano, Chairwoman of the Philippine Commission on Women.

Donate-A-Book was implemented in select branches of The SM Store from August 15 to September 30, 2021. Books were donated to more than 100 public schools and community organizations.

 

Trade partners and private firms shared toys to make kids happy

The SM Store and the Toy Kingdom teamed up for Share-A-Toy from December 1 to 31, 2021 in all branches of The SM Store and Toy Kingdom nationwide. 

HSBC Global Service Center Philippines adopted the Share-A-Toy program as part of its employee engagement activity. HSBC employees shared 4,000 new toys and educational materials. 

Sharing joy through toys. The SM Store and Toy Kingdom’s Share A Toy collected around 45,000 toys in 2021. The SM Store branches nationwide are currently rolling out the distribution to the selected communities.

 

The SM Store is currently rolling out the distribution of donations to the selected communities. The SM Store branches already distributed a portion of the donated toysto children from remote Aeta communities in Guimaras and Antique; Jalaud Elementary School in Iloilo; Bahay ni San Jose orphanage; Benguet General Hospital and Medical Center; Philippine General Hospital; Mary the Queen Parish in Quezon City; and San Mateo Elementary School and Guitnang Bayan Elementary School in Rizal.

This year, The SM Store started its donation drive with Share Your Extras to benefit communities impacted by Typhoon Odette. SM shoppers were encouraged to donate old and new clothes. Collections from Metro Manila and Luzon branches will be distributed to typhoon-hit areas in the Visayas and Mindanao. Share Your Extras will run from January 15 to February 15, 2021, for Metro Manila branches and February 1 to February 28 for north and south Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao branches. For every donation, shoppers will receive a Php 100 discount voucher valid for their next purchase. 

Sharing clothes for Odette-hit communities. Share Your Extras is currently accepting clothing donations in participating The SM Store branches nationwide until February 28.

 

The Freestyle Makes a Global Splash Following January Launch

The Freestyle, Samsung’s all-new portable screen and entertainment device that displays a crystal-clear image of up to 100 inches in size, is proving a hit in markets that include North America, Latin America and South Korea.

Samsung Electronics started taking preorders for The Freestyle in the U.S. on January 4, followed by Korea, Latin America, Southeast Asia and Europe. Preorders for the product exceeded 10,000 units within the first month of its global launch.

“The Freestyle offers new levels of functionality, and reflects how users are spending their time by allowing them to enjoy high-quality viewing wherever they are, regardless of spatial limitations,” said Executive Vice President Simon Sung from Samsung’s Visual Display Business. “We plan to continue introducing innovative lifestyle displays like The Freestyle to meet the demands of users who want stellar viewing experiences that are also flexible and convenient.”

 

The Freestyle is gaining attention for its host of innovative features. These include the fact that it weighs in at just 830 grams, is portable enough to carry in one hand, and has the ability to rotate 180 degrees. The Freestyle also offers Smart TV features that are available on Samsung Smart TVs, with built-in streaming services and mirroring and casting features that are compatible with both Android and iOS mobile devices. When it’s not being used to display content, The Freestyle is also able to provide a mood lighting effect with its ambient mode and translucent lens cap.

 

The Freestyle is also a smart speaker that is capable of analyzing music to pair it with visual effects that can be projected onto walls, floors and anywhere else. What’s more, its 360-degree sound radiation allows customers to enjoy a cinema-quality sound experience no matter where they are. As far as charging, The Freestyle is compatible with external batteries¹ that support USB-PD and 50W/20V output or above. This allows users to take it with them anywhere – whether they are on the move, on a camping trip, or otherwise out and about.

 

With the ever-changing times, The Freestyle lets users control how they watch TV wherever and whenever they want, and Filipinos will get to experience it in their own homes very soon. For more updates and information on The Freestyle, www.samsung.com.ph.

 

Give love this Valentine’s Day through Red Ribbon’s Valentine Black Forest cake

 Love is a wonderful journey of discovery. With time, people come to know new things to love about their loved ones — making them find more reasons to celebrate love each day. While every year presents a different set of challenges, it also inspires people to go further lengths in making their loved ones feel special.

 

This month of love, another perfect opportunity comes upon everyone to express their thoughtfulness and give love in the sincerest ways they can — from sending care packages to writing sweet tributes to planning a Valentine celebration (together or apart). And what better way to complement their efforts and show their love than with a Red Ribbon Valentine Black Forest Cake: an elegant, heart-shaped creation that marks a true expression of a love most sincere.

 

Red Ribbon’s Valentine Black Forest is a luscious chocolate fudge cake that comes in a limited edition heart-shaped design. It is topped with rich chocolate shavings and drizzles of Ruby chocolate — which is the world’s fourth kind of chocolate following milk, dark, and white — that offers that hint of fruitiness to elevate one’s black forest taste experience. To add to the romantic, luxurious look of the Valentine Black Forest cake, Red Ribbon finishes it with real Maraschino Cherries that are sure to swoon the hearts (and tastebuds) of many.

 

“The Valentine season is a very important celebration because it is a time when people are unapologetically sweet & expressive in showing their love and care for family, friends, or to their special someone. Red Ribbon carries its penchant for taste and quality through the carefully-concocted Valentine Black Forest Cake — which is a delightful and luxurious cake made with love in mind,” said Cathleen Capati, Head of Marketing for Red Ribbon.

 

Give love this Valentine’s Day through Red Ribbon’s Valentine Black Forest cake that is sure to make every moment sweeter and more special. The heart-shaped cake is a Valentine’s Day exclusive and available only for a limited time, from February 12 to 14, 2022. The price starts at P650 for the regular size and P450 for the junior size.

 

Win the hearts of your loved ones by ordering the limited-edition Red Ribbon Valentine Black Forest cake, available in Red Ribbon stores, redribbondelivery.com.ph, Red Ribbon RIA on Facebook Messenger, and Red Ribbon Delivery Hotline #87777.

 

You can also order via the Red Ribbon app, GrabFood, or Foodpanda.

 

Get them mesmerized with Dairy Queen Heart Blizzard Cake

Valentine's Day is upon us once again! Have you finally decided on what you want to give your SO to show them how much they mean to you? If you still don't know what gift to surprise them with, then you'll never go wrong with these two new offers from Dairy Queen, available for a limited time only!

First is the Dairy Queen Heart Blizzard Cake. Get them mesmerized with its beautiful and intricate rose and shell piping, and then show them how sweet you can be with 100 real ice cream cake underneath—truly a feast for both the eyes and taste buds. Plus, it's cake and flowers in one package!

If you want to give them something simpler yet equally sweet, you can also go for the Nutty Heart Dilly Bar. A satisfyingly snappy chocolate shell, made even more crunchier with generous sprinklings of crushed roasted peanuts, coats a rich vanilla soft serve pop, a cold dessert that can melt even the coldest of hearts.

The Dairy Queen Heart Blizzard Cake is available in 6" round cakes and is priced starting at P599. The Nutty Heart Dilly Bar, on the other hand, is priced at P64 for a single serving (available for dine in and take out only), and starting at P384 for a box of 6.

The limited-edition Dairy Queen Heart Blizzard Cake and Nutty Dilly Bar are both available until February 21, 2022 only. Whether buying sweet treats on Valentine's Day for that special someone in your life, or even just for yourself, order now so you won't miss these offers!

You can always enjoy your favorite desserts anytime by visiting your nearest Dairy Queen branch for dine in and take out orders, or by calling the 8911-1111 hotline and logging on to www.dairyqueen.com.ph so you can have them delivered straight to your doorstep. You can also order with a tap on your smartphone through Dairy Queen's official delivery partners GrabFood, foodpanda, and Pickaroo.

Stay updated with the latest promos and offers from Dairy Queen by following and giving the brand a like on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, or by visiting the official website at www.dairyqueen.com.ph.

The realme 9 Pro+ went head-to-head with other flagship devices in the brand’s first-ever Camera Lab experiment

realme, the PH’s no. 1 smartphone brand for 2021 (based on Canalys sell-in data Q1-Q4 2021), recently launched the first-of-its-kind Camera Lab microsite to showcase the photography capabilities of the upcoming realme 9 Pro+.

 

Hosted on February 7, the one-day interactive experiment allowed users around the world to test out the realme 9 Pro+’s camera in comparison to other brands’ flagship offerings. Through the platform, they were able to virtually use these smartphones and take photos in different scenarios, remotely and in real time. 

 

The experiment aims to show how the realme 9 Pro+ brings flagship-level camera capabilities within the mid-range segment. The site generated clear and sharp photos taken by the realme 9 Pro+ even in low-light, which are at par with other brands’ flagship devices.

Officially launching globally on February 16, the realme 9 Pro+ is the first-ever Number Series offering which is equipped with a Sony IMX766 OIS Camera that allows it to shoot flagship-level high-quality photos. It also features realme’s self-developed ProLight imaging technology to take more clear and pure nightscapes. 

 

Currently, there’s no word on the availability of the realme 9 Pro+ in the Philippines. In the meantime, you can know more about realme’s latest innovations by staying tuned at the realme PH Facebook page at http://facebook.com/realmePhilippines or visiting the official realme website at https://www.realme.com/ph/.

7-Eleven partners with Lugang Cafe to provide a convenient solution to Asian cuisine cravings

Gone are the days when specialty restaurants were viewed as a high-priced, one-time experience only. 7-Eleven, the leading convenience retailer in the Philippines, has consistently gained a reputation for making restaurant-quality dishes more affordable and accessible for everyone. With them bringing in a new Chef Creations collaboration with world-renowned Chinese restaurant Lugang Cafe, it further underscores its commitment to provide a convenient solution to Asian cuisine cravings and meal prep woes of on-the-go and work-from-home individuals. 

Customers can choose from two variants to take home or to baon: the Three Cup Chicken (P99) and all its tender chicken goodness cooked in a sweet and savory glaze of sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice wine and the Sweet & Sour Chicken (P105), 7-Eleven’s take on crunchy fried chicken strips coated with Lugang Cafe’s signature sweet and sour sauce. Both are served with steamed white rice. 

Three Cup Chicken (P99)

7-Eleven Chef Creations x Lugang Cafe

These single-serve, microwaveable versions of Lugang Cafe’s best-selling dishes are available for purchase in select 1,600 7-Eleven Luzon stores, beginning February 9. 

Sweet & Sour Chicken (P105) 7-Eleven

Eager customers ready to try these new offers are reminded to wear a face mask, observe physical distancing, and follow safety protocols inside the store. Contactless payment methods like CLiQQ e-wallet and GCash are also encouraged for safety.

 

Christian Bautista and Julie Anne San Jose Release “Everybody Hurts” Music Video with Kapuso Stars Allen Ansay and Sofia Pablo

 

Two of the most sought after young Kapuso stars Allen Ansay and Sofia Pablo were able to grace the official music video of “Everybody Hurts,” the latest collaboration of Christian Bautista and Julie Anne San Jose.

During the music video release party which happened on Facebook Live, both Allen and Sofia shared that they were both nervous in doing their graceful contemporary dance scenes to complement the uplifting song. It’s also their first guest appearance ever in a music video.

The Asia's Limitless Star had nothing but good words for the two young stars. “Kasi napanood din namin ‘yung preview eh. Ang ganda ng performance niyo ni Sofia, you did very good. Tsaka syempre ‘yung ‘Everybody Hurts’ is alam mo ‘yun may hugot nang kaunti, full of hope and nakita namin doon lahat ‘yung emotions Ninyo,” Julie Anne shares.

“Heartfelt. Very heartfelt,” Christian adds.

Directed by Treb Monteras, the music video opens on a minimalistic and dramatic narrative, showing how Allen and Sofia wash away all the hurt through remarkably inspiring contemporary dance choreography. Montreras is also the director of Julie Anne and Christian’s musical drama series 'Still' streaming on Viu.

The iconic singers also announced an exclusive promo on Instagram to further promote their latest collaboration. In order to join, their followers must post a video on IG and put a caption to explain their favorite lyrics from the song, along with the official hashtag #EverybodyHurtsPromo. 10 lucky followers will win special gifts from both Christian and Julie Anne. 

The official music video of “Everybody Hurts” is now out on Universal Records’ official YouTube channel.