Xiaomi has now announced the availability of the most awaited Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G in the Philippines

Calling all Mi Fans! Following the successful launch of the Redmi Note 11, Xiaomi has now announced the availability of the most awaited Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G in the Philippines as it continues to push forward the legacy of the Redmi Note series.

 

The two new variants were announced on the Xiaomi Facebook via a livestream with Sparkle Sweethearts, Mavy Legaspi and Kyline Alcantara, together with their gamer friends Yvenne, KCBae, Mirmoooo, Fofi, Nukella, Mangobells, Beiii, and Newspade.

 

Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G rise to the challenge through offering stronger specs and features, with its powerful upgrades to the camera system, charging speed, display, and System on

Chip (SoC)—making flagship-level smartphone performance more accessible than before. Both phones will be available starting March 3, 2022 at participating Xiaomi Authorized stores and Online channels with prices starting at Php 12,999.

Market availability:

The Redmi Note 11S 8+128 will be available for Php 12,999 while the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G 8+128 will retail at Php 15,999. Both will be available for pre-order starting March 5 in Xiaomi’s official Lazada and Shopee stores as well as Authorized Xiaomi stores nationwide. 

Direct links for the Redmi Note 11S may be accessed here at Lazada and Shopee. For Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G version, you may access directly through these links Lazada and Shopee. 

Get a free Redmi Watch 2 Lite when you purchase the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G 8+128 in Xiaomi stores from March 5 to X, but hurry because stocks and availability for the freebie are limited!

Flagship-level camera setup to deliver outstanding photography

Raising up the flagship camera experience, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S once again feature 108MP primary sensors, allowing you to capture and share moments of your life in high resolution and true-to-life details. Utilizing the Samsung HM2 sensor with a large 1/1.52" sensor size, the main camera leverages 9-in-1 pixel binning technology as well as dual native ISO to deliver incredible images with higher dynamic range and colour performance, with excellent results even in dim light. The 8MP ultra-wide angle camera extends your perspective with a 118-degree viewing angle, and the 2MP macro camera captures fine details from up close. Additionally, the 2MP depth camera on Redmi Note 11S allows you to create a natural bokeh effect for your portrait shots. The front of Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S feature a 16MP front camera that can capture clear, natural-looking selfies.

FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay with up to 120Hz refresh rate & trendy flat-edge body

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G boasts a high refresh rate up to 120Hz and a touch sampling rate up to 360Hz while Redmi Note 11S reaches 90Hz and a touch sampling rate up to 180Hz. Both phones enhance your screen experience with smoother animations and lag-free transitions, while also registering more precise finger touches. With a screen size of 6.67-inch and 6.43-inch, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S respectively are equipped with a FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay featuring DCI-P3 wide color gamut, provides more vibrant colours and details, while also reaching as much as 1000 nits for Redmi Note 11S and 1200 nits for the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G to ensure the screen’s clarity even in bright daylight.

The beautiful display is packed into a trendy flat-edge body design. Plus, with dual super linear speakers located at the top and bottom of the phone, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11S offers a complete entertainment experience with immersive stereo sound for gaming or watching videos.

Speedy and powerful performance at all fonts

Raising up its performance, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is powered by the advanced octa-core processor Snapdragon^®695. This chipset offers 5G connectivity and superb performance, thanks to the flagship-level 6nm technology and clock speed up to 2.2 GHz. Redmi Note 11S rises to the challenge with advanced octa-core MediaTek Helio G96 processor and up to 8GB of RAM. Additionally, both phones equip you with a 5,000mAh large-capacity battery. Alongside this exceptional battery capacity is Xiaomi flagship-level 67W wired turbo charging in Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, which takes as fast as 15 minutes to fill 50% of battery*, while the Redmi Note 11S features 33W Pro fast charging, allowing you to charge to 100% in around an hour precisely 58 minutes*.

 

Quick Specs: 

	Redmi Note 11S	Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G
Display	90Hz 6.43” FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay	120Hz 6.67” FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay
Rear camera	108MP main camera 8MP ultra-wide camera 2MP macro camera 2MP depth camera	108MP main camera 8MP ultra-wide camera 2MP macro camera
Front camera	16MP in-display front camera
Dimension & Weight	159.87mm x 73.87mm x 8.09mm 179g	164.19mm x 76.1mm x 8.12mm 202g
Processor	MediaTek Helio G96	Snapdragon® 695
RAM+ROM	LPDDR4X UFS 2.2
Audio	Dual speakers 3.5mm headphone jack
Security	Side fingerprint sensor AI Face Unlock
Charging	5,000mAh (typ) battery Supports 33W wired Pro fast charging	5,000mAh (typ) battery Supports 67W wired turbo charging
Connectivity	Dual SIM + MicroSD NFC** IR blaster	SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD) NFC** IR blaster
Variant**	8GB+128GB
Available color**	Graphite Gray, Twilight Blue, Pearl White	Graphite Gray, Polar White, Atlantic Blue

 

Australian Government and Macquarie invest in Women SMEs in the Philippines

The Australian Government in partnership with the Macquarie Group Foundation, through the Investing in Women RISE Fund, supported 13 women-led small and medium-sized enterprises, sustaining over 1,000 jobs during the pandemic.

 

Economic disruptions caused by COVID-19 have disproportionately affected women. In April 2020, the Philippines registered a 17.7 per cent unemployment rate, with women being overrepresented in job losses. To address this, Investing in Women – an initiative of the Australian Government – and the Macquarie Group Foundation launched the Macquarie-Investing in Women RISE Fund (the Fund) to support women’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) adapt and respond to emerging business opportunities during the pandemic.

 

The Fund has enabled local partners: the Foundation for a Sustainable Society Incorporated and InBest Ventures provide investments to 13 women’s SMEs, across rural and urban markets in the Philippines, including agriculture, tech, and infrastructure. This helped sustained over 1,068 full-time, quality jobs and continues to expand new economic opportunities through business growth.

 

Australian Ambassador Steven J. Robinson AO and Mr. Eric Yaptangco, Division Director, Manila Technology and Office Head, Macquarie Group met with the initiative’s local partners and the women entrepreneurs to celebrate the achievements of the Fund.

 

“This Women’s Month, I pay tribute to women entrepreneurs who continue to drive the country’s economic recovery. Australia is committed to supporting women entrepreneurs and contributing to the resilience of local communities. The Macquarie-Investing in Women RISE Fund has highlighted the central role that women play in economic recovery from COVID-19,” explained Ambassador Robinson AO.

 

“The Macquarie-Investing in Women RISE Fund has been integral to our efforts to provide relief to COVID-19 affected communities in the Philippines. The Fund has expanded access to much needed capital for women’s SMEs, who contribute to a more resilient, inclusive, and broad-based economy. Working through impact investors, our support has helped businesses to restart economic activity in hard-hit areas of the Philippines,” said Susan Clear, Macquarie Group Foundation.

 

As part of its countless aid efforts for the Philippines, the Australian Government, in partnership with the Macquarie Group, spearheaded an event for the Macquarie Group Investing in Women RISE Fund last March 1 at the Manila Peninsula.

 

In attendance are (from left) David King Pangan, Co-founder of InBest Ventures; Dr. Julia Newton-Howes, CEO of Investing in Women; His Excellency Steven Robinson, Ambassador of Australia to the Philippines; Susan Clear, Director of the Macquarie Group Foundation Asia; Eric Yaptangco, Macquarie Group’s Division

Director of the Manila Technology and Office Head; and Christie Rowena Plantilla, Board of Trustee and Treasurer for the Foundation for a Sustainable Society Inc.

 

The Macquarie Investing in Women RISE Fund is just one of the many pandemic aid projects extended by the Australian Government. Just last year, the Australian Government increased its pandemic aid by Php 433 million, which adds to a total of Php 1.8 billion aid released by Australia to the Philippines. 

 

 

From left: Carmina Bayombong, CEO and Co-founder of InvestEd.ph, a consumer lending fintech enterprise; Virginia Andrada, Chief Products Creator and Owner of JustGoLowCarb Bakery and Product Shop; Elreca Fe Pacamalan-Varga, Acting Manager of People Sustainable Consumer Cooperative (PSCC); and Maria Teresa A. Geniston, General Manager of Fatima Multi-Purpose Cooperative (FMPS) share their insights on the journey of these women enterprises in a panel discussion moderated by Eric Yaptangco, Division Director, Manila Technology and Office Head

 

UNIQLO and JW ANDERSON 2022 Spring/Summer Collection

UNIQLO today announces that it will launch the UNIQLO and JW ANDERSON 2022 Spring/Summer collection on Friday, March 18. The collection is part of an ongoing collaboration with the London-based brand that has revolutionized contemporary fashion. The rich heritage of Britain’s sailing and seaside culture inspires this season’s concept of At Home with the Sea. The collection combines the evolving simplicity and quality of LifeWear with JW ANDERSON’s playful craftsmanship.

Designer Jonathan Anderson says that, “The sea has been integral to my life ever since I was a child. It inspired this collection, and I hope people enjoy incorporating this maritime styling in their wardrobes.

 

The lineup features shirts, caps, and socks with embroidered sailboats in playful hues, as well as a knot dress and yacht parkas that look great against the blue backdrops of the sea and sky. Combining water repellency, mesh fabrics, and other functional elements typical of UNIQLO with such signature JW ANDERSON elements as patchwork and asymmetry delivers comfort and design. 

 

Color blocking and borders add a touch of contrast and feature hues from nature, including oceanic blues, beige from the shores, and vivid reds and greens, for a relaxing seaside look.

 

Collection

The lineup includes 12 items for women, 10 items for men and 4 accessories.

 

Note for select items that are available in ALL Stores: Women’s UNIQLO x JW Anderson Linen Blend Belted Sleeveless Lapel Dress, UNIQLO x W Anderson Roll-Up Shorts, UNIQLO x JW Anderson Oversized Work Short Sleeve Shirt, and UNIQLO JW Anderson Socks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item	Pricing	Item	Pricing
Outerwear	Php 1,990 - Php 3,990	Bottoms	Php 1,490 - Php 2,490
Dresses	Php 1,990 - Php 2,490	Shirts	Php 1,490 - Php 1,990
Cut & sewn items	Php 990 - Php 1,990	Accessories	Php 990 - Php 1,990

 

UNIQLO and JW ANDERSON special site

https://www.uniqlo.com/ph/en/contents/collaboration/jwanderson/22ss/

 

About UNIQLO and JW ANDERSON

The line was developed on the theme of British classics: designed for life today. This LifeWear offering combines the innovative designs that JW ANDERSON brings to Britain’s traditional apparel with UNIQLO’s commitment to fit, materials, and functionality.

 

About JW ANDERSON

Northern Irish designer Jonathan Anderson established JW ANDERSON in 2008. At first an elaborate collection of accessories, it quickly attracted attention and enabled the fledgling label to show on-schedule during the 2008 London Fashion Week season. The success of this debut collection earned both critical acclaim and commercial success for Anderson, whose label is now regarded as one of London’s most innovative and forward-thinking brands. UNIQLO and JW ANDERSON first launched in Fall/Winter 2017.

  

JW ANDERSON has evolved into an internationally renowned and award-winning brand, receiving these awards:

 

2012 British Fashion Awards for Emerging Talent, Ready-to-Wear

2013 The New Establishment Award

2014 Menswear Designer of the Year 

2015 British Fashion Awards for Menswear and Womenswear Designer of the Year

2017 British Fashion Awards for Womenswear Designer of the Year

 

 

Teleperformance Philippines has launched the Cloud Campus Jeepney

 

To showcase its Cloud Campus work-at-home solution, Teleperformance Philippines has launched the Cloud Campus Jeepney, a mobile cloud connected workstation that simulates a fully enabled work-at-home experience.

Introduced at the Sunlife Amphitheatre, the Cloud Campus Jeepney is a functioning mobile workstation connected to the cloud that will allow people to work and stay fully connected even on the road. It showcases the digital capabilities of the TP Cloud Campus solutions, giving visitors a fully connected work-at-home experience. The Jeepney will be parked at the amphitheater until March 6, 2022 and will soon go to various locations around Metro Manila.

Launched in early 2021, the Cloud Campus solution is the revolutionary and innovative new global operating model of Teleperformance, specifically designed to enable a socially enriched work-at-home environment, allowing brands to easily expand their business and deliver superior customer experiences through Teleperformance’s unique, cloud-centric solution. 

 

Home-based interaction experts can work from anywhere and remain connected to their Teleperformance team through the Cloud Campus hubs, which come with innovative features to help employees stay engaged and connected, while maintaining operational efficiency.

 

Currently, there are two main Teleperformance Cloud Campus hubs located at TP Fairview, Quezon City and at TP Aura, Taguig City and multiple smaller kiosks which serve as the operational command center of virtual teams. 

 

TP Cloud Campus comes at a time of disruption when there are calls for fresh solutions for companies to digitalize their work and operations. Teleperformance Philippines Chief Operations Officer Joey Marquez shared, “TP Cloud Campus enables Teleperformance Philippines to bridge people with their favorite brands around the world 24/7. Designed to harmonize onsite and remote work environments, TP Cloud Campus encompasses virtual talent acquisition, training, learning and development, quality control, data security, as well as workforce performance management.”

 

The new Teleperformance “Campus Culture” supports the employee’s physical and mental well-being, assisted by bespoke Technology, Analytics, and Process Excellence (T.A.P.^TM) solutions that harness human insights, fun, teamwork, friendly competition, and continuous learning. This includes solutions such as training simulations, gamification, operational remote management platforms and collaboration platforms, for optimized Virtual Training Rooms, Digital Whiteboards and Wallboards to generate real-time productivity, performance, workload technology monitoring reports, and chat bot TP Digital Floorwalker, built with machine learning and analytics capabilities enabling more First Call Resolutions and reduced Average Handling Time.

 

For Teleperformance’s client-partners, the TP Cloud Campus and T.A.P.^TM innovation engines equip them with high-tech, high-touch solutions built on a keen understanding of people’s interaction history and sentiments. 

 

Teleperformance leaders with DOLE Secretary Silvestre H. Bello III and celebrity DJ Markki Stroem. (L-R) Executive Vice President for Business Development, Ritesh Bhatia; Vice President for CTSS Learning and Quality Analytics, Pierre Berube; Senior Vice President for Human Capital Resource Management, Jeffrey Johnson; DOLE Secretary, Silvestre H. Bello III; celebrity DJ, Markki Stroem; Chief Operations Officer, Joey Marquez; and Senior Director for Communication and Marketing, Marilyn Ventenilla.

Most importantly, keeping important information safe and confidential is pivotal so Teleperformance stores data in remote environments to ensure no client or customer data is stored locally.  The company’s layers of security include PCI-certified architecture, multi-factor authentication, device lockdown, and TP Protect – an integrated data security solution that allows real-time monitoring and alerts to prevent fraudulent activities. 

 

“It is energizing to witness and now be at the helm of an organization driving digital business and transformation solutions. Guided by our Core Values of Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, Innovation, and Commitment, I believe that we will continue to build career opportunities for people where they can work wherever they live, and live wherever they love,” added Joey. 

 

To learn more about TP Cloud Campus, visit the Teleperformance website at www.teleperformance.com.
 

Encourages everyJuan to unpause travel plans through 5-day sale

The Philippines’ leading airline Cebu Pacific (CEB) is bringing back its trademark P1SO Sale this 3.3 as part of its month-long #CEBSuperSeatFest as it celebrates 26 years of enabling everyJuan to fly.  

 

From now until March 7, 2022, everyJuan can book flights for as low as P1 base fare to all domestic and international destinations on sale. Travel period is from August 1, 2022, all the way up until January 31, 2023.  

 

“We’ve seen how excited Filipinos are to travel again and we’re very excited to welcome all of them on board, especially now that a lot of destinations have eased travel restrictions – not only within our country, but even a few international ones. We want to urge passengers to take advantage of this sale to finally book all those postponed travel plans these past two years,” said Candice Iyog, Cebu Pacific Vice President for Marketing & Customer Experience.  

Those looking for white sandy beaches can travel to Bantayan Island in Cebu, which also has a food park where people can enjoy local cuisine. A must-visit hidden gem is Quinale Beach in Anda, Bohol, which is known as a beautiful “blue lagoon” and can be a jump-off point to go to the Mystical Islands nearby. 

 

For the outdoorsy types, they can book their adventures at Mapawa Nature Park in Cagayan De Oro, where they can hike, trek, and go on a zipline. Travelers can also see and marvel at the 1,400 species of plants and animals while trekking the Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary in Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental. 

 

People looking to go on a food trip, can go on a walking tour of Iloilo City to find popular restaurants and hole-in-the-wall spots to satiate their cravings. This is also a great opportunity to appreciate the city’s old-school architecture. 

 

Those who missed exploring places outside the Philippines may now go fly to Bangkok, Dubai, and Singapore as all these destinations have reopened their doors to tourists again, subject to a number of requirements. Ho Chi Minh and Taiwan are also top leisure international destinations – whether you’re a foodie, shopper, or adrenaline-junkie.  

 

These are just some of the spots and activities passengers can finally visit and do. On top of these affordable fares, the airline will also be offering 26% off CEB GoEasy fare bundles (versus standalone add-on prices) - enabling everyJuan to get that preferred seat and needed baggage allowance for less 

 

With Cebu Pacific's 3.3 P1SO Sale, everyJuan can surely explore more of the Philippines and beyond to re-experience the joy and thrill travel brings about. This month-long sale provides guests with existing Travel Funds to the perfect opportunity to use them to book flights and add-ons, before they expire. 

Apart from Travel Fund, other payment options may also be used, such as payment centers, credit/debit cards, and e-wallets.  

 

Kaya, 1Tuloy na ‘yan! Make 2022 the year you unpause all your travel plans to finally make them a reality! Book flights now via cebupacificair.com. 

Hard Rock Cafe announces the global launch of its brand-new menu item – the Messi Burger

Hard Rock Cafe announces the global launch of its brand-new menu item – the Messi Burger – as the latest innovation in Hard Rock International’s “LIVE GREATNESS" campaign in partnership with global soccer legend Lionel Messi. Starting March1, this culinary delight, crafted by Messi himself, is now available for fans to order at Hard Rock Cafe locations in the Philippines.

As part of Hard Rock International’s ongoing partnership with Lionel Messi, Hard Rock Cafe is proud to introduce a namesake burger inspired by the soccer legend himself, paying tribute to Messi’s ideal burger components. 

The Messi Burger includes ten flavorful ingredients for a game-changing take on Hard Rock’s Legendary Steak Burger. As Hard Rock and Messi fans bite into the burger, they’ll taste a juicy double stack of the finest ground beef patties, seasoned, and seared to perfection. Tastebuds score big with the burger’s winning combination of toppings: provolone cheese, sliced chorizo, caramelized red onion, and Hard Rock’s signature, spicy, smoky sauce served on a toasted brioche bun with shredded romaine lettuce and vine-ripened tomato. 

“It is an honor to take our partnership with world-renowned soccer star, Lionel Messi, and the LIVE GREATNESS campaign to the next level with his very own take on Hard Rock Cafe’s Legendary Steak Burger,” said Jon Lucas, COO of Hard Rock International. “We are excited to welcome Hard Rock and Messi fans to our turf to try the burger inspired by Messi’s very own favorites for a unique and unforgettable experience.”

Hard Rock Cafe is an internationally recognized, world-class hospitality brand that operates cafes around the world, which are visited by millions of guests annually. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened in London, England in 1971. From there the brand has expanded to major cities such as New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Paris, Sydney and more. Hard Rock Cafe offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience with a commitment to serving fresh, high-quality ingredients. To satisfy the consumer's ever-changing palate, Hard Rock continually updates its menu with limited-time offerings including burger pairings, innovative cocktails and more.

To know more about Hard Rock Cafe in the Philippines visit www.hardrockcafe.com or follow:

Hard Rock Cafe Manila

Facebook.com/HardRockCafeManila

Instagram: @hardrockcafemanila

 

Hard Rock Cafe Makati

Facebook.com/HardRockCafeMakati

Instagram: @hardrockcafemakati