The vivo V23 Series 5G surpassed the V21 5G’s first month sellout data by 88%!

The vivo V23 Series 5G, the first color-changing vlogging phone, reached a significant milestone: it surpassed the V21 5G’s first month sellout data by 88%!

 

Known as having the most powerful dual front camera in the market today, the V23 Series 5G makes striking a pose and capturing stunning vlogging moments more achievable. It’s no surprise that vivo sold out several units since launching in the Philippines in February 2022.

 

Take advantage of the V23 5G’s outstanding range of features, with professional-level photography and videography features in the palm of your hands.

 

Check out more details about the V23 Series 5G on https://www.vivoglobal.ph/phone/vivo-V23-5g/

 

For more updates about the V23 series, visit  vivo Philippines’ official website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram channels.

 

Pizza Hut rolled out several improvements for the order functions of its official website!

If you're a fan of Pizza Hut's fun, bold, and playful offerings, you're in for a treat! Now, you can have your favorite pizzas and side dishes delivered straight to your doorstep in a way that is even more convenient and hassle-free, as Pizza Hut recently rolled out several improvements for the order functions of its official website! 

Among the new improvements is the implementation of a dynamic localization widget, which ensures a smoother experience when ordering using the website! This widget allows first name personalization; prompts you to enable location services; enables store messages to be shown within the widget instead of a current pop up against a black background; and allows you to choose an alternative date if a store is closed for various reasons, among many others. It's an innovative way to help you satisfy your cravings!

Another new feature designed to provide added convenience when you use the website is the option of reordering a previous order, all with just a single tap. To do this, you must first log in to the website. Once you confirm your delivery address, your last order will be shown, and you will have the option of clicking the "Reorder" button. Upon clicking it, the order will be placed. To make it even more convenient, your previous delivery address and top 3 items ordered will be shown on the website's homepage. With this, you'll be able to enjoy your go-to sets in a way that's truly hassle-free!

Last but not least is an order tracker that is integrated into the website, which will allow you to easily track your delivery. The tracking process consists of five stages. First is "Order submitted" which indicates that the order has been placed and acknowledged. This is followed by "In progress/confirmation" which indicates that the order has been confirmed and email confirmation will be sent to you.

The third stage, "Order is being prepared," means that the order is being assembled by the store, while the fourth stage, "Order is being out for delivery," indicates that the rider is on the way to deliver the order. The last is "Completed," which means that the order has been delivered or the rider has arrived at the delivery address. With the real-time tracking feature, you'll be able to know exactly when your order will arrive, which will surely amp up the excitement! 

"For Pizza Hut, making it easy for pizza lovers to order their favorites is as important as providing good food that will satisfy their cravings every time," said Raymund Nobleza, Sr. Manager, Pizza Hut Marketing. This new set of improvements on our official website is just one of the many ways we are helping our customers experience the bold, fun, and flavorful offerings from Pizza Hut that they have come to know and love."

What are you waiting for!? Get that pizza party rolling by ordering your Pizza Hut favorites through the official website: www.pizzahut.com.ph!

Smart assembles top gamers for star-studded GIGA Arena video

 

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has pulled off an ambitious crossover moment as it brought together top gaming celebrities for a star-studded video for GIGA Arena, the first all-in-one esports platform for Filipino mobile gamers. 

 

The one-minute video features Alodia Gosiengfiao, Dexie Diaz, Christine Samson and Nix Gaming, who are among the most prominent Filipino streamers today. 

 

Alodia rose to international fame for her elaborate cosplays and streaming, and is now the co-founder of Tier One Entertainment, which aims to revolutionize the esports landscape in the country.

Like Alodia, Christine Samson is both a cosplayer and streamer, and dabbles into commercial modelling and a TV hosting.

 

On the other hand, both Dexie Diaz and Nix are among the country's top Mobile Legends streamers today with 6.6 million and 4 million Facebook followers, respectively.

 

In the video, these top gamers were transported to the various dimensions of the GIGA Arena and its featured tournaments for Call of Duty Mobile, PUBG, League of Legends: Wild Rift and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang to immerse in their favorite games and train for greatness together

 

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FpNkhsvGDA]

 

Like Alodia, Dexie, Christine, and Nix Gaming, Filipino gamers and esports enthusiasts looking to test their skills and train for greatness can step inside the Smart Giga Arena. 

 

No matter what the game is, whether it’s Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, League of Legends: Wild Rift, PUBG Mobile, or Call of Duty Mobile, gamers can find top personalities slugging it out in the trenches with you as they train for greatness in the daily, weekly, and monthly tournaments.

 

The best part is interested players don’t even have to be the best or high-ranking to get a chance to play — the Smart GIGA Arena trains them to be the best and lets them hone their skills with others who may be more experienced with no discrimination. 

 

The more they play, the better they get, and they can even get chances at winning real cash prizes!

Participate in any tournaments at Smart GIGA Arena

 

To join Smart GIGA Arena, subscribers can simply go to gigaarena.smart and create an account using their Smart or TNT mobile number. To join ongoing tournaments, users need to use Giga Arena tickets, which they can earn and accumulate every time they register to GIGA Games data packs on the GigaLife App or by dialing *123#

 

Aside from enabling users to compete in live tournaments with real cash prizes, the all-in-one platform also comes with innovative features that allow mobile gamers to stream live competitions, play arcade games, purchase e-load, and conveniently link their e-wallet to secure their tournament winnings via GigaPay with PayMaya, among others.

 

Philippines Fastest 5G Mobile Network

 

Smart subscribers enjoy leveled-up gaming experiences powered by Smart, the Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence.

 

Ookla declared Smart as the country’s fastest 5G mobile network and the winner of its Speedtest Awards™ for Q3-Q4 2021 with a Speed Score of 201.95. Its closest competitor posted a Speed Score of 116.08.

 

Enter the Smart GIGA Arena, your training ground to greatness at gigaarena.smart.

 

Singlife Philippines gets 4.6/5 stars from Trustpilot

As a newcomer in the longstanding insurance industry in the Philippines, Singlife Philippines enlisted itself in Trustpilot to build trust and provide proof on how the company delivers on its promises to its customers. 

Trustpilot is an online review community that connects businesses and consumers through genuine feedback from customers about their buying and service experiences. Through the platform, consumers can give reviews without censorship and companies are able to respond to reviews given by their customers in real-time. 

Singlife has received a TrustScore of 4.6/5 stars, far above the life insurance average category of 3.8 stars. 

Transparency and accountability 

To live up to its mission to help customers protect themselves and secure their financial future on their own terms, Singlife proactively notifies both newly signed up and existing customers who have claimed against their policies to provide reviews on this platform so that potential new customers are able to see firsthand, feedback from actual customers of the Company. 

Topics that drove the Excellent rating of Singlife Philippines include ease of support from customer service, and fast and easy claims process– a concrete proof that despite being a challenger in the category, Singlife has made a mark in the industry. 

“Feedback is very important to Singlife Philippines. We know the importance of listening in to understand how we can further improve our services,” said Rien Hermans, CEO of Singlife Philippines.

A reliable partner

In the middle of a global public health crisis that has left many Filipinos scrambling for public health benefits and coverage, Singlife Philippines remained relentless in its service to its customers.

The company has paid out over 3,500 claims to its customers in these difficult times. These claims include test and confinement allowances, and medical reimbursements – a lifeline for a lot of its customers.

“Trust means fulfilling our commitments to our customers– to provide them with their money when they need it most. During the pandemic, we made sure to live up to our promise by making sure the reimbursements and allowances for medical bills are paid out at the soonest time possible. The Trustpilot reviews show that we were able to do just that – to pay out claims fast and make it hassle-free, and a few areas where we can do better,” Hermans added. 

Singlife Philippines remains steadfast in its commitment to make insurance more accessible and convenient for every Juan (and Maria). The Company uses mobile-first technology to improve customers’ experience in buying, managing their policies and, you can even claim through your mobile phone. The Company continues to develop more products that give people money when they need it: when faced with income loss, with high medical bills, and when saving up to reach their dreams and aspirations.  Singlife offers a better way to plan, save, and protect.

To see Singlife’s TrustPilot reviews, visit https://www.trustpilot.com/review/singlife.com.ph?page=2

Sarimax provides longer-lasting relief up to 12 hours

 

Our battle with the COVID-19 pandemic is far from over even with the recent shift to alert level 1. Just when we thought we had seen the worst with the Delta outbreak, along came the Omicron variant that set record high COVID cases in the country. Thousands of people particularly from NCR reported flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, and body pain, causing general alarm with demands for antigen tests and home care remedies reaching astronomical proportions.

 

Fortunately, the Omicron variant proved to be more manageable as most people were able to recover at home, but that doesn’t mean that we should let our guard down. Even with the lowering of COVID-19 alert level and lifting of restrictions, it is still best to practice minimum health and safety protocols such as wearing face mask and frequent hand washing or sanitizing.

Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) relieves headache and fever as well as general body pains and arthritis. It provides longer-lasting efficacy of up to 12 hours compared to plain ibuprofen and paracetamol. It is now available at leading drug stores and pharmacies nationwide and in Shopee and Lazada for P10 (SRP) for the 275mg variant. 

 

Health experts also advise taking medications to curb the risk of developing severe illness and avoid hospitalization. Good thing Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) is an over-the-counter medicine that can address flu-like symptoms such as headache, fever, and body pain associated with COVID-19 infection.  Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that offers relief for fever and pains. 

 

Taking Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) is advisable since its use had been studied and approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC). In a scientific brief released in April 2020, WHO stated that there is no evidence of severe adverse effects on the use of Naproxen and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in addressing COVID-19 symptoms. 

 

After the Omicron scare, the public was advised to stock up on medications to immediately address the onset of flu-like symptoms. It’s good to know that Bayer is making Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) readily available for Filipinos.

 

“We at Bayer are committed to helping everyone to have access to resources and care they need to lead a healthy life. By making Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) available to consumers, we can assure our kababayans that we can get through this crisis and be ready to face the new normal,” says Shaina Regina Darmawan, Country Division Head for Consumer Health Bayer Philippines Inc. 

 

Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) relieves headache and fever as well as general body pains and arthritis. It . One pill can provide up to 12 hours longer-lasting relief compared to plain ibuprofen and paracetamol. It is now available at leading drug stores and pharmacies nationwide and in Shopee and Lazada for P10 (SRP) for the 275mg variant. 

 

Naproxen Sodium is the generic name of Sarimax, If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

ASC Ref. No. B078P040822SS

What is Sarimax®? (Ano ang Sarimax?) 

“Sarimax is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) or pain killer  indicated for the following: 

1. Relief of musculoskeletal and joint disorders such as ankylosing  spondylitis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis including juvenile idiopathic  arthritis. (in short: body and muscle pain, arthritis at rayuma) 

2. Relief of pains such as dysmenorrhea, headache including migraine, post operative pain, soft tissue disorders, acute gout, and to reduce fever. 

“Ang Sarimax ay isang non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) or pain  killer: 

1. Para sa ginhawa laban sa musculoskeletal and joint disorders such as  ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis including  juvenile idiopathic arthritis. (sa madaling sabi: body and muscle pain,  arthritis at rayuma) 

2. Para sa ginhawa laban sa dysmenorrhea, sakit ng ulo pati migraine, sakit  dulot ng bagong opera, soft tissue disorders, acute gout at para  magpababa ng lagnat. 

2. CLAIMS

SARIMAX ensures that all its claims are supported by data and approved by  both the Philippine FDA and the ASC. Below is the only ASC-approved claims: a. Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) is an over-the-counter medicine that can  address flu-like symptoms such as headache, fever and body pain  associated with COVID-19 infection 

b. Naproxen Sodium (Sarimax) is a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug  that offers relief for fever and pains

April 18, 2022 

Bayer Consumer Health 

Bayer Philippines, Inc. 29th Floor 32nd Street BGC, Taguig 1634 Philippines 

Tel: +63 2 85485800 

 

Salamat sa Joy ng Muling Pagsasama!

For many Filipinos, Jollibee is a place that holds many joyful memories. From family celebrations, impromptu work lunch dates, thesis meet-ups after school, and even simple family lunch out on weekends, Jollibee has been witness to these countless memorable moments. 

 

These ordinary joys, however, were temporarily put on hold because of the pandemic and the restrictions that had to be set for everyone's safety. While Jollibee continued to serve its customers as they stayed home or experienced limited mobility, most still longed for the joy of getting together and eating out at their go-to happy place. 

 

Now, with the continuous vaccination roll-out and easing of quarantine restrictions, people are slowly having the confidence to enjoy their pre-pandemic activities again. After two years of lockdown, people have a newfound sense of joy and gratitude as they look forward to making more happy memories with their loved ones. 

Jollibee shares in the joy and excitement while still ensuring the safety of its customers as it releases its latest safety video – Salamat sa Joy ng Muling Pagsasama. Featuring a cover of the song “Salamat” originally sang by the Dawn, the video captures the experience of dining out in the new normal and the greater appreciation of being able to spend time again with family and friends. 

 

“Much has changed in the past two years, but one thing that remains constant is the joy that Jollibee offers families and friends whenever they dine in our stores. We’re grateful that our stores are now at 100% capacity and our store teams are fully vaccinated, and our goal is to keep offering our customers the same ‘Alagang Jollibee’ customer service that they’ve known to trust. This way they can continue having joyful moments safely as we embrace the new normal,” shared Francis Flores, Jollibee Global and Jollibee Philippines Marketing Head. 

Since the start of the pandemic, the country’s leading fast-food chain has strictly adhered to COVID-19 protocols. Specific safety measures have also been implemented for Dine In, Take Out, Drive-Thru, and Delivery operations to safeguard the well-being of both employees and customers as they enjoy their Jollibee favorites.

 

What are you waiting for? Invite your friends and family to the nearest Jollibee store to experience the joy of eating out once again. If you’d like to find out what to expect, watch the latest Jollibee safety ad on the brand’s YouTube and Facebook pages. 

 

Your Jollibee favorites are also available via Take Out, Drive-Thru, and Delivery through JollibeeDelivery.com, Jollibee App, #87000, GrabFood or Foodpanda.

 

You can now pay your government bills, including SSS and Pag-IBIG through Shopeepay

Many of us need to pay fees to government agencies for employment, travel, and business requirements. At times, we spend almost half a day or more finishing our transactions—from physically going to the offices, banks or payment centers to filling out forms and lining up. The good news is that ShopeePay, Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet, has made paying government bills more convenient and rewarding .

If you’re a member of SSS and Pag-IBIG, chances are you contribute and pay dues to these agencies on a regular basis. With ShopeePay, you can now conveniently pay your government bills, including SSS and Pag-IBIG, from the comfort of your homes and avoid the long lines at government offices or payment centers. On top of the convenience and security that digital payments provide, you also get up to 25% cashback when you pay government billers with ShopeePay. With this cashback offer, you can reduce the cost associated with your bills and add the amount to your savings. 

 

Aside from SSS and Pag-IBIG, you can also use ShopeePay to pay your dues to other major government agencies such as the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), Maritime Industry Authority (Marina), and Manila Local Government Unit.

●      SSS - Membership Contributions

●      Pag-IBIG - Membership Savings, Housing Loan, and MP2

●      NBI - Clearance

●      TIEZA - Travel Tax

●      Marina -  Seaman's Book, Seaman Certificate

●      Manila LGU - eCedula, eBirth, eHealth, Real Property Tax, Business Permit

 

In just a few taps, you can easily pay your government bills and receive instant cashback. Simply open your Shopee app, tap on "Load, Bills & Travel," select the government agency, and key in your account number or reference number and the amount. Click here for more details on how to pay bills via ShopeePay. 

 

To learn more about ShopeePay, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay. Download Shopee for free through the App Store or Google Play.

 

Lazada celebrates Earth Day with the launch of LazEarth

 Lazada launches a LazEarth campaign as part of the company’s commitment to support sustainable practices in the digital commerce ecosystem. The campaign will initially focus on plastic waste reduction in product and packaging, given that Southeast Asia generates an estimate of over 31 million tonnes of plastic waste each year^[1], with 91% of consumers stating that they are concerned about plastic waste issues in the region². 

 

Lazada will work with LazMall brands and partners to make eco-friendly products easily assessible and identifiable to consumers. Under this campaign, Lazada will recognize and feature more than 70 brands and 5,000 items across mainly fashion and FMCG product categories that are made, packed, or shipped with reduced or better plastics. 

 

“As digital commerce continues to be one of the key growth drivers in Southeast Asia, it is crucial for companies to place sustainability at the core of their strategies to build stronger and greener economies,” said Magnus Ekbom, Chief Strategy Officer, Lazada Group. “The LazEarth campaign is part of Lazada’s ongoing efforts to address plastic waste and help our buyers make informed decisions about sustainable products.”

Since 2021, Lazada started offering greener parcels made from alternative sustainable packaging materials through its Fulfilment by Lazada (FBL) service for partnering brands. The green parcels use FSC-certified carton boxes filled with recycled shredded paper instead of plastic fillers. 

 

Apart from addressing plastic waste, Lazada has put in place partnerships and social initiatives aimed at building a sustainable digital commerce ecosystem in Southeast Asia. In the Philippines, Lazada has partnered with Basic Environmental Systems & Technologies, Inc. (B.E.S.T.)'s Trash to provide Cashback for LazGoGreen, Lazada Philippines’ package recycling program. Customers can simply compile their Lazada packages at home, drop off their recyclables at the nearest MBE-C-Center site (available in Metro Manila and Cagayan de Oro), and convert the environment points they receive from their packaging waste to earn Lazada Wallet Credits.

 

In Vietnam, Lazada partnered with the National Trade Promotion Program to offer lychees from farmers in Hai Duong on the platform during the pandemic. This enabled Vietnam’s rural farmers to reap the benefits from participating in digital commerce and ensured the long-term growth of the agricultural sector in the digital era. In Indonesia, together with PT Smoot Motor Indonesia, Lazada Logistics introduced the Blue Vehicle, a practical and environmentally-friendly package delivery fleet for Lazada’s frontliners in the country.

 

James Chang, Chief Business Officer, Lazada Group, said “As part of our commitment to build a lasting digital commerce business in Southeast Asia, we recognize that sustainability and value creation will become increasingly important to our long-term success. With the launch of LazEarth, we look forward to forging more collaborative partnerships and green initiatives that will empower our brands, partners and consumers to collectively create responsible and sustainable shopping and consumption habits."

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[1] ASEAN Regional Action Plan for Combating Marine Debris  in the ASEAN Member States (2021-2025), 28 May 2021

² Perceptions on Plastic Waste Report

Do Good for the Planet and Score Good Deals at Watsons’ Earth Week Sale

 

Do Good for the planet and score good deals on your favorite sustainable health, wellness and beauty products as Watsons holds the Earth Week Sale from April 18-25 as part of its efforts for the community and the planet.

 

At Watsons, health, wellness and beauty and sustainability go hand in hand because doing good and taking care of yourself can make you feel beautiful and confident.

During the Earth Week Sale, Customers can enjoy deals like Buy 1 Take 1 on selected products and up to 70% off on over 1,200 Sustainable Choices SKUs, which help provide customers with better options, including Clean Beauty, the use of Better Ingredients, Better Packaging and Refills. This initiative is part of Watsons’ long-term commitment to protecting the environment anchored on four pillars—Community, People, Customers and Planet.

 

On Earth Day, April 22, from 8am – 9pm, all Watsons stores will be reducing their power consumption by 50%.

Here are some ways customers can Do Good when they shop at Watsons:

 

For shopping wisely, Sa Watsons Ako

 

It’s always good to watch out for special promos on your favorite products so you can stock up or share with others. Watsons Buy 1 Take 1 promos for Earth Week Sale from brands like Dove (bath products and deodorant) and Nlighten Kojic Soap. Get Buy 2 Take 1 on Pantene conditioners and Buy 2 Get 20% off deals from Hair Treats Double Active Keratin and Watsons Goatmilk Scented Cream Hand Wash  and select Watsons brand hand washes and oral and hair care products.

 

For shopping responsibly, Sa Watsons Ako

 

Sales are not meant for you to shop mindlessly. Rather, they’re opportunities for you to shop mindfully and responsibly by just picking out what you need. Get up to 70% off from brands like Aveeno, Neutrogena, Johnson and Johnsons, Happy Skin, Ellana Cosmetics, Curls, Fresh, Luxe Organix, Oilatum, Squad, Quickfix and select Watsons brand products.

 

For shopping sustainably, Sa Watsons Ako

 

Watsons continues to encourage customers to use eco bags when they shop. Through its sustainability efforts, Watsons hopes to educate customers about the impact of plastic to the environment, and provide more sustainable choices to customers by promoting refills and products with eco-friendly packaging in stores. Watsons’ collaboration with Plastic Bank has helped reduce the amount of plastic that goes into the ocean and also provided a means of livelihood for people in disadvantaged communities. By purchasing Sustainable Choices products, you help prevent 2.5 million plastic bottles from entering the ocean!

 

Watsons, in partnership with SM Cares, the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, will give their customers access to exclusive discounts in exchange for their empty packaging of health and beauty products through SM’s Trash to Cash recycling market.

 

Customers may bring their empty plastic packaging of health and beauty products at designated drop-off areas during the “Trash to Cash” of participating malls on May 6 and 7 from 10am to 2pm.

 

The Watsons Earth Week Sale will take place at Watsons 900+ branches nationwide and all online channels.

 

You can shop all your favorite essentials safely at home through the Watsons mobile app bit.ly/WatsonsMobileApp or visit their online store bit.ly/WatsonsPHOnline

Get your Watsons orders in 4 hours or less via Watsons Express Delivery!