What type of traveler are you?

Summer’s officially here! As travel restrictions start to ease, we’re seeing more people planning their vacations in local and international destinations. And of course, digital natives won’t leave their homes without bringing their phones.

 

Depending on what kind of traveler one is, phones can bring more entertainment to any getaway. They can take a multitude of photos and videos, catch up on shows while chilling by the beach, or even play mobile games with their buddies. 

 

One phone that can keep up with different travel personalities and activities is the vivo Y21T. Here’s how it can be used by 5 types of travelers:

Get into the summer mood and get more entertainment with vivo Y21T.

 

For the #OOTD models

Summer is that time of the year where feeds are filled with swimsuit OOTDs. For people who love having their photos taken, it’s important for them to have a lightweight phone they can bring everywhere and has camera settings, like the Y21T’s Bokeh Flare Portrait Mode, that will make them look good. The latter blurs out unwanted background elements to make the subject stand out. 

 

For those who are just here for the view

Some travelers love to bask in the view and take photos so they can relive them later on their Instagram feed. With a 50MP rear camera and 8MP front camera, they can certainly capture sceneries in highly detailed quality, so their followers can live vicariously through their photos.

 

For the night owls

Nighttime activities can equally be exciting. There are travelers who are into camping and gathering around a bonfire, while others thrive in the local nightlife. Preserving memories in vibrant quality is top priority, so a camera feature like Super Night Mode can bring photos to life, even under dimly-lit conditions. It also comes in four filters (Black and Gold, Green Orange, Cyberpunk, and Blue Ice) to give night photos a different vibe each and every time.

 

For the indoorsy types

For those who prefer to chill in their hotels, they can entertain themselves by streaming their favorite shows or movies. With the Y21T, they can get vivid HD+ pictures with vibrant colors courtesy of the 96% NTSC Color Gamut. They will feel like they’re in another world even if they’re just lounging in bed.

 

For the traveling gamers

The grind doesn't stop for these people because “gaming is life” – even on vacations. For those who love battling it out with their friends, the Y21T is built with the Multi-Turbo 5.0 for performance and saves the phone from overheating. It also has an Ultra Game Mode that temporarily mutes background notifications, so players won’t get disturbed especially when they’re in the zone. This can also be a fun bonding activity they can do in between itineraries. 

 

With these reliable features and specs, the vivo Y21T is the perfect summer companion that brings more entertainment to travelers wherever they are in the world. Experience this turbocharged gaming phone with stunning cameras, now available on Lazada and Shopee.

 

For updates, be sure to follow vivo Philippines’ official website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. For more details on the vivo Y21T, visit https://www.vivoglobal.ph/. 

Lazada celebrates 18 women eCommerce entrepreneurs across Southeast Asia

 

Held in conjunction with International Women’s Day, Lazada hosted the second edition of the Lazada Forward Women Awards 2022. Adding four new award categories this year, a total of 18 women entrepreneurs owning successful businesses on Lazada were recognised across seven award categories. 

 

This year, there were a total of seven award categories, as the Creative, Enterprising and Inspiring categories made a comeback, with the addition of Rising Star, Bricks to Clicks Tech Adopter, Social Star and the most prestigious Lazada Forward Woman of the Year Award. Top honours – the Lazada Forward Woman of the Year Award – were conferred to six sellers from each of the territories Lazada operates in. 

Clinching top honors for Philippines is Monalisa Gao as winner of the Lazada Forward Woman of the Year (Philippines) award while Elyse Juan received the Bricks to Clicks Tech Adopter award. Fellow Filipina Evan Maderazo was also recognized, bagging the runner-up place for the Inspiring award.

 

The award categories demonstrate the resilience and can-do spirit of women business owners pursuing and realising their entrepreneurial vision. Beyond achieving economic success, they are also role models, contributing back and creating impact within their local communities.

A replay of the livestream is available on Facebook.

 

The full list of award recipients of the Lazada Forward Women Awards 2022 are:

 

Award Category	Award Winner
Lazada Forward Woman  of the Year Award (Indonesia)	Farica Edgina Yosafat Berry Baby Indonesia
Lazada Forward Woman  of the Year Award (Malaysia)	Kong Wai Theng  Big Care Mart Malaysia
Lazada Forward Woman  of the Year Award (Philippines)	Monalisa Gao Lucky HR Philippines
Lazada Forward Woman  of the Year Award (Singapore)	Liang Wee Ling 8miles Singapore
Lazada Forward Woman  of the Year Award (Thailand)	Pattiya Thanasrivanitchai Happi Cup Thailand
Lazada Forward Woman  of the Year Award (Vietnam)	Đoàn Trần Thùy Linh Light Coffee Vietnam
Rising Star Award	Nguyễn Thị Kim Oanh 1994food Vietnam   Malida Puji Ayu Lestari (Runner-up) Sintesa Furniture Indonesia
Bricks to Clicks Tech Adopter Award	Elyse Janina P. Juan Papemelroti Philippines   Pang Jie Hui (Runner-up) Healthy Baker Malaysia
Creative Award	Nurul Izzan Zamzuri Niz Craft Malaysia   Puthitorn Auethawornpipat (Runner-up) Kiki shoes online Thailand
Enterprising Award	Nadya Amatullah Nadjani Indonesia   Kelly Chan Jun Wen (Runner-up) Spreesuki Singapore
Inspiring Award	Pauline Ng Porcelain Singapore   Evan Marie Maderazo (Runner-up) Sundals Philippines
Social Star Award	Manassawee Suangkaew Loonnystore Thailand    Lưu Thị Thùy Dương (Runner-up) Momo Mart Vietnam

 

Please refer to Annexes 1 and 2 for more information on the award recipients.

 

Raymond Yang, Chief Operating Officer of Lazada Group, said: "It is incredible to witness the remarkable achievements of women sellers across Southeast Asia's digital commerce ecosystem. Our Lazada sellers have continued to innovate and adapt their businesses to the eCommerce environment, cater to their customers and enhance product offerings. We are proud to journey alongside these winners and create a world that is diverse and inclusive."

“Since starting Lucky HR in 2013, I would have never thought that I would reach this level of success. There have been many different challenges in this journey, but since going online and partnering with Lazada, I have witnessed a positive growth and the ability to scale the business. Thank you Lazada for continuing to support and guide [our business] to the right path, and for recognizing the leaps and bounds we made since onboarding. It truly is an honor to win this award, and our team will continue to look at this as an inspiration to do what we do and to keep on going,” said Monalisa Gao, owner of Lucky HR and Lazada Forward Woman of the Year for the Philippines. 

 

The awards ceremony was held at Lazada’s flagship office and Singapore headquarters, Lazada One, and broadcasted on the LazLive channel in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. It spotlighted the achievements of the award recipients who found their creative niche, challenged social norms and grew the success of their businesses through the Lazada platform. The Awards also featured guest performances by sound artist Weish, singer-songwriter Aisyah Aziz and alternative rock and shoegaze band, Coming up Roses.

Capture the light like a Pro with the realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro

realme, the PH’s no. 1 smartphone brand for 2021 (based on Canalys and IDC sell-in reports for Q1-Q4 2021), is set to launch its latest Number Series line-up: the realme 9 Pro Series, this coming March 15. Designed to empower Filipinos to #CaptureTheLight like a Pro, the realme 9 Pro Series consists of two innovative smartphones that take flagship-level features to the midrange segment. 

 

The realme 9 Pro+ is the brand’s latest photography powerhouse as it packs the industry-leading Sony IMX766 flagship sensor, along with a roster of impressive features such as the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G Processor, a 90Hz Super AMOLED Display, and a 4500mAh Battery with 60W SuperDart Charge. 

 

The realme 9 Pro, on the other hand, is another 5G-capable photography powerhouse that boasts a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor, a 64MP Nightscape Camera, and a 120Hz Ultra Smooth Display, among many other notable features. 

 

“We know how passionate consumers are when it comes to mobile photography so we wanted to bring the best in camera technology within the midrange segment. With this in mind, realme designed its newest Number Series smartphones to cater to content creators and photography enthusiasts and professional photographers, so they may hone their craft and expand their creativity when taking pro-level content,” shares Austine Huang, realme Philippines’ VP for Marketing. “We can’t wait for our Filipino Squad to #CaptureTheLight like a Pro with the realme 9 Pro Series,” adds Huang. 

 

Elevating photography with the flagship-level camera capabilities

 

Low-light photography is a key area that realme focused on with its most advanced Number Series smartphone. Coming from the success of last year’s 108MP-equipped realme 8 Pro, the brand set out to create a camera feature that captures excellent photos in low-light, while staying within a mid-range price point. This is why the brand introduced Pro-Light Imaging Technology for the realme 9 Pro+. 

This handy feature brings both software and hardware working together to address the most crucial considerations when taking low-light photos: camera sensor size, lighting conditions, and stability. With the 50MP Sony IMX 766 rear camera of the realme 9 Pro+, the device is able to capture more light thus translating to better photos even in the least ideal locations. In addition, the realme 9 Pro+ also comes with a Dual Stabilization System that comprises Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) to make sure shots turn out well despite shaky or unpredictable movements. Lastly, to further enhance images taken by the realme 9 Pro+, the integration of AI Noise Reduction Engine 3.0 is also applied to every image taken with the main camera.

 

Meanwhile, the realme 9 Pro is equally capable of producing sharp and vivid photos as it packs a 64MP Nightscape Camera that has been fine-tuned to capture high resolution snaps in various lighting conditions. 

 

Both the realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro are also integrated with the Street Photography 2.0,  which has the addition of Smart Long Exposure feature which makes taking long-exposure shots hassle-free with various creative modes. Other features that have been in this functionality include a new 90’s Pop Filter that evokes vintage hues from photos in the 90’s, and Peak and Zoom that gives more control over your creations when shooting on the streets. 

 

Exploring the powerful possibilities of 5G

 

Another feature that the Squad can look forward to in the realme 9 Pro Series is its 5G-ready capabilities. The realme 9 Pro+ runs on the Mediatek Dimensity 920, a power-efficient 6nm octa-core processor that enables flagship level performance and Dual-5G connectivity. The realme 9 Pro is no slouch either as it packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor under its hood. 

 

With these powerful chipsets, overheating is not a problem with both the realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro as cooling systems are also in place to ensure optimal temperatures for better battery health. 

 

In addition to these features, the realme 9 Pro Series also comes with Dynamic RAM Expansion (DRE) technology that allows the device to use up to 5GB of the phone’s internal storage as virtual RAM to enable smoother multi-tasking especially when running heavy apps. 

 

Pushing the boundaries of product design

 

Another top-notch innovation present in the realme 9 Pro Series is its Light Shift Design. Developed by the realme Design Studio, the Sunrise Blue variant of both the realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro makes use of three photochromic layers that allows it to change colors from blue to red hues when exposed to direct sunlight. To top it off, the brand went with the addition of a dazzling hybrid stardust layering as a finish on the back of the phone to give it the iridescent shimmer. 

 

The realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro also come in an Aurora Green colorway for those who prefer a dark and sleek panel. 

 

The realme 9 Pro Series will be launched via livestream event on March 15, 6PM, on the realme Philippines Facebook page.

 

To know more about realme’s latest updates, follow the realme PH Facebook page at http://facebook.com/realmePhilippines or visit the official realme website at https://www.realme.com/ph/.

 

The Galaxy S21 FE 5G sports epic camera features to level up content creation!

 

The growth of smartphone cameras has been constantly creating an immense change in the professional industry, and everyone aspires to be a pro when it comes to content creation. With the Galaxy S21 FE 5G, they can capture moments and express their creativity through with its epic camera features. Here are ways on how to make every content epic:

 

1. Be keen on details. Fans love to capture their moments anytime, anywhere. But it can be challenging when the almost-perfect photo has an unwanted person or object in the background. A tiny object in a photo can mess up the entire composition. The Object Eraser feature can easily remove unwanted people, objects, light reflections, etc., from a photo. This makes the output more seamless and eye-catching, allowing one to focus on the subject without any unnecessary noise from the background.
   

 

 

2. Restore and enhance the photo. Restoring an old photo and bringing back its vivid memories to life can be tricky and acquire advanced skills in photo editing. But thanks to the AI Photo Remaster feature, users can bring clarity and enhance any old photo to its natural color. This makes the photo look like it was newly taken again. 

 

3. Be both the actor and the director. Capturing moments in the video makes the storytelling better. Fans can take control of capturing epic moments from front to back with the Galaxy S21 FE 5G’s Dual Recording feature. It allows the user to switch between cameras while filming, or catch the action and take OMG reactions in one take for upload-ready footage, instantly. Simply choose between the Split View or the Picture-in-picture View when recording. Fans can now film their own reactions and capture any scene without the need to edit.  

 

4. Look good, studio-grade good. Fans can be picky when taking their selfies— lighting must be perfect, hair must look beautifully smooth, and photo must be taken like a studio-grade portrait. No filter? No fear! All these must-haves are possible with the Galaxy S21 FE 5G’s Portrait Mode feature. It can capture selfies ready for posting, powered by its impressive pro-grade camera. Plus, it has a variety of effects from blur, high-key mono, low-key mono, backdrop, and color-point. These features can take every fan’s selfies slay and glam ready with studio quality shots.
   

5. Achieve crisp-clear photos from a distance. Some find it difficult to capture a moment from afar since the outcome might not look as clear as they want it to be. But with the Galaxy S21 FE 5G’s 30x Space Zoom, fans can explore the wonders of photography without compromising the picture quality. Apart from the zooming capabilities of the feature, it also sports a stabilization mode to capture steady shots even on the go.

 

Galaxy S21 FE 5G’s pro-grade camera delivers like-worthy content effortlessly, shooting incredibly realistic photos and videos with superior levels of detail. Fans can now express their creativity in many ways and produce epic content every day.

 

Start capturing epic moments with the Galaxy S21 FE 5G for as low as PHP 38,990 SRP, in Graphite, White, Lavender, and Olive.  Get yours now via Samsung.com, Samsung Experience Stores and Authorized Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com, and MemoXpress Online. 

For flexible payment terms, pay as low as PHP 1,624.58/mo at 0% interest for up to 24 months in participating Authorized Samsung Stores.^[1] Get the first-month installment for FREE when you pay at 0% for 24 months using a PNB credit card in select Samsung Experience Stores.^[2]

Fans can also enjoy a PHP 3,000 off when they purchase the Galaxy S21 FE 5G in Samsung.com, Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com, and MemoXpress Online. Promo runs until April 30, 2022 only. ^[3]

Know more about the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G at samsung.com/ph.

 

Safe Samsung Shopping

Health and safety protocols are strictly followed in Samsung Experience Stores to keep consumers and employees safe. Adhering to the guidelines set by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Samsung has implemented the mandatory use of face masks, and performs frequent sanitation in all stores. 

 

Samsung Experience Stores also has unique QR health declaration codes to promote a safe and contactless contact tracing process. Product demonstrations are done side-by-side instead of face-to-face while keeping the required safe distance of one (1) meter to make sure everyone is socially distanced.

 

To find the nearest Samsung Experience Store, visit samsung.com/ph/samsung-experience-store/locations.

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[1] DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-133569 Series of 2021

[2] DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-133888 Series of 2021

[3] DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-137636 Series of 2022

Huawei Philippines is set to release a new nova smartphone

Huawei Philippines is set to release a new nova smartphone to big fanfare this March 16, 2022. Designed for young millennial and Gen-Z content creators and vloggers, the mid-range smartphone would democratize access to the most advanced and powerful technologies for mobile content creation at some of the most affordable prices in the market. It’s the ideal smartphone that will surely open many doors for aspiring creatives on a budget!

 

Such a device could only have been conceived within the nova smartphone line. The series has always been designed with the evolving passions of the youth in mind, blending technological innovation with a joyful and curious spirit. With the Filipino youth’s increasing desire to engage with social issues and influence the world’s direction for the better, the new nova enables any one of them to indulge and explore their interests with confidence and quality equipment. Every young voice deserves to be nurtured and heard.

 

The new nova smartphone promises to be the best photography and vlogging tool available to the masses, given the following:

 

Success of past nova products

The nova line has always blazed a trail of innovation. A series tailored for young consumers, nova has always kept pace with the whirlwind of new thoughts and ideas shaping the world. More than that, nova products set the trends: with an eye to the future, each product anticipates the new zeitgeist and promises the youth the perfect tool to participate in it. This new nova smartphone will enable the youth to engage with social media creatively and provocatively, with highly anticipated camera and vlogging features that will change the game for many aspiring creatives.

 

Huawei’s commitment to creating for the youth

It almost goes without saying that the nova line is Huawei’s gift to the youth, who have inspired many Huawei innovations and successes. With the new nova smartphone and the line’s continued affordability in spite of its popularity, Huawei reaffirms its commitment to empowering the youth to keep learning and keep engaging. Every youth deserves the chance to explore their interests and aspire to excellence at an accessible price, and every nova smartphone is designed perfectly to do that. The new nova smartphone promises to be the biggest effort yet to deliver quality affordably.

 

Lots of nova users and nova stars in PH

In fact, many Filipino stars credit much of their success to being nova users. With every camera and vlogging technology innovation in the nova line, more and more people are able to penetrate the content creator and influencer spheres beyond their wildest dreams. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from — the nova line delivers the latest technology to you, at a price point designed to open doors rather than close them. With the continued loyalty of these big names and rising stars, Huawei has proven that products for a cause can compete with products purely for profit — and win.

 

With all we know, the new mid-range nova smartphone promises to empower any young creatives to express themselves beautifully. As it has been designed, the device will be a reliable and intuitive tool for wide-eyed adventurers as they explore the world for stories. And with a beautiful display, its future users will always be inspired to excellence. Be inspired this March 16, 2022. Be nova.

 

Find out more by following #SupernovaSuperCamera for updates! You can also check updates for this smartphone via this link.

 

Visit Huawei Philippines’ official pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, to stay updated on the latest promos and devices. 

Xiaomi opens Exclusive Service Center in Manila

Global technology leader Xiaomi inaugurated its second exclusive service center in the Philippines last March 5, 2022, as part of its initiative to provide premium after-sales service to its customers.

Located on the ground floor of SM City Manila beside the Manila City Hall, the Xiaomi Exclusive Service Center aims to provide a harmonious experience and luxurious treatment for its consumers, following the opening of the first Xiaomi exclusive service center last December 2021 in Bonifacio Global City. Xiaomi fans can expect end-to-end service from product purchase up to after-sales support for the gadgets. 

“The constant support of Xiaomi fans has been critical to our success. So, when it comes to their product concerns and service needs, Xiaomi strives to give the best possible experience to our devoted customers. The inauguration of our 2nd Exclusive Support Center brings to life our promise to provide excellent customer service to the Xiaomi community and that our fans can expect more branches to open in more key cities and extend this exclusive customer service experience to more Xiaomi fans nationwide,” shared Xiaomi Philippines Service Manager, Joel Salera. 

Xiaomi announced last year that part of its goals for 2022 will be ramping up its after-sales service in the country. Earlier in 2021, Xiaomi increased its after-sales touchpoints by growing from 10 to 20 service locations across the country, as well as adding 10 additional authorized service centers to serve Xiaomi TV products. A Xiaomi Contact Center was also established to support customers in the Philippines and the Americas. 

Aside from enhanced customer service, Xiaomi fans may enjoy the benefits of Xiaomi's second exclusive service center promo, which offers a 50% discount on out-of-warranty labor fees.

For more details about Xiaomi and concerns, customers can get in touch with the Xiaomi Toll-free Contact Center at 1-800-1312-0048 for PLDT/SMART or 1-800-8386-5529 for GLOBE. You may also email them at service.ph@xiaomi.com or mi-phfeedback@xiaomi.com or check the official website at mi.com/ph/service/repair.