HUAWEI Philippines introduces its first ever portable bluetooth speaker HUAWEI Sound Joy!

This May, HUAWEI Philippines introduces its first ever portable bluetooth speaker to the HUAWEI Audio family. Not only does the  boast compact, style, and portability designed for everyday use, it is also co-engineered with Devialet––bringing in top of the line audio technology. 

 

Premium design and build for when you’re on the go

The brand-new woven fabric design even offers IP67 rated dust and water resistance and an anti-slip surface, making the HUAWEI Sound Joy tough and durable across all scenarios. With a large-capacity built-in battery of 8,800 mAh supporting up to 26 hours of playtime and 40W fast charging support, the HUAWEI Sound Joy is the ideal speaker that will bring life to any outdoor party.

 

It definitely does not exaggerate portability because it only measures 202mm high and weights 680g with a diameter of 73mm. The HUAWEI Sound Joy is easy to carry around just like a water bottle, great for various occasions. From going on a picnic to hiking in a national park and cycling around the city, HUAWEI Sound Joy is a great companion that lets consumers bring their favorite tunes to any outdoor activity. To add, the new speaker even comes with a multi-colour ring for pleasing lighting effects too!

 

Huawei-Devialet joint design for immersive sound

The release of the HUAWEI Sound Joy combines Huawei and Devialet’s joint efforts, which is a top-three global audio brand well-known for its premium High-Fidelity products. Leveraging the Devialet SAM technology, the HUAWEI Sound Joy delivers more authentic audio experiences with minimized distortion. The iconic Push-Push passive radiator includes two diaphragms that are placed back to back to offset sound waves for clearer and distortion-free sounds.

 

The HUAWEI Sound Joy also adopts a 2-way speaker system to deliver loud high-frequencies and deep bass at a high volume. It includes one tweeter and one speaker unit dedicated for mids and lows and combined, they produce clearer and more penetrating audio. Even for buzzy locations or outdoor areas, the speaker never fails users with its loud and high quality music. 

  

Play smarter with HUAWEI Sound Joy

The HUAWEI Sound Joy comes with a collection of smart features that let users enjoy more in various occasions. Shake Stereo Link Up function lets two units of HUAWEI Sound Joy paired and connected to form a stereo system, delivering a more immersive and exciting audio experience, especially for parties. Thanks to One-Touch Transfer, users can easily connect their device to the speaker and instantly transfer the playing media on it. All they need is to place the device against the top of the HUAWEI Sound Joy. By pressing the Voice Assistant button, users can send requests to the voice assistant on their smartphone or tablet, even if it’s not a Huawei device, turning the HUAWEI Sound Joy into a smart assistant.

 

The HUAWEI Sound Joy is definitely an all-in-one package for every adventure seeker, dancer, and audiophile. It doesn’t need a cable or a specific device, making HUAWEI Sound Joy a great external speaker in office, home, and other locations. Order now and level up your enjoyment with the HUAWEI Sound Joy for only P6,999 through the HUAWEI Online Store, Lazada, and Shopee.

Ninja Van Philippines continues to celebrate the riders who are at the front and center of the company’s success

In the past two years, delivery riders have become a constant fixture in the daily lives of most Filipinos as e-commerce and online shopping gained popularity in the country. Everyday, they brave the roads to ensure that parcels are delivered on time and in best condition to its recipients, not minding the distance or the heat of the sun on their backs.

Tech-enabled logistics company Ninja Van Philippines recognizes and celebrates the invaluable role of its delivery riders in providing its Todo Hustle, No Hassle services to shippers and shoppers nationwide. Drivers and riders are among the many unsung heroes in the logistics sector and each of them embody the hard work, patience, and determination that goes into every story behind our parcels.

 

Working as a delivery rider for Ninja Van Philippines for three years, Joel Delfin has his fair share of experience handling irate customers, which are among the most common problems they face on duty, “It really requires a lot of patience but I always try to clarify the situation with the customer as best as I can. If it’s necessary, I connect them directly with the customer service team so their concern can be quickly resolved,” he said.

 

Delivery scams have also become rampant recently as more Filipinos prefer to shop online for their needs. Jory Acerro, a rider since 2018, said handling these cases can be really challenging. When he comes across a scam or modus, he makes sure to explain the protocols and policies of Ninja Van Philippines on scam deliveries to the customer and assure them that there is a refund process in place.

From left to right - Joey Delfin and Jory Acerro

 

“Delivering parcels is a very challenging job that could potentially drain you physically, mentally, and emotionally. But I really value the trust that customers give me so I try to do my best at work every day,” said Oscar Riveza, a Ninja Van Philippines rider since 2018. Many of his fellow riders share Oscar’s sentiments—while being a delivery rider is never easy, at the end of the day, knowing that your line of work enables you to be of help to others is always a fulfilling thing. 

 

JC Galman who has been with the company for almost four years shared that seeing the happy faces of customers when they receive their parcels is one of the reasons why he finds joy in being a delivery rider. His dedication to his job has also led him to receive good standing in evaluations.

From left to right - Oscar Riveza and JC Galman

 

Similarly, fellow rider Jyrald Soria said he appreciated it the most when customers sincerely thank them for their hard work, sometimes even being generous enough to give small tokens of gratitude to them, which makes the job easier than it is. Because he’s saving up for his wedding next year, Jyrald continues to persevere everyday and make sure that all parcels assigned to him get delivered to their respective recipients without fail.

 

More than the parcel itself, riders bring happiness to the doorsteps of their customers by providing them fast and reliable delivery services. By building good relationships with their regular customers, they also become an important part of the communities they are serving.

 

Above all, these riders are motivated by the desire to support the needs of their families and reach their goals in life. For Percival Cesar, working at Ninja Van Philippines allowed him to maximize his earning potential since he was being paid more compared to his past jobs as a delivery man. The incentives provided by the company also helps him a lot when it comes to providing for his family, especially now that he has a new born daughter.

From left to right - Jyrald Soria and Percival Cesar

 

Ninja Van Philippines continues to celebrate the riders who are at the front and center of the company’s success by putting a spotlight on their contribution to ensuring service excellence and fast deliveries nationwide.

Junnie Boy is a testament of how Old Spice helps him be confident

If a man needs coffee pull himself together, the Old Spice man just needs a single shower with Old Spice to power him up for the day. You might be wondering, how does a single shower give the Old Spice man hat extra boost? Well man, if you haven’t watched the video from our pambansang payaman, Junnie Boy, you can watch it here, if you dare. 

 

The vlog of our pambansang payaman Junnie Boy is a testament of how Old Spice helps him be confident, be the greatest at what he does, and most importantly, how washing with Old Spice leaves him with #TheSmellThatNeverDies. From workouts to playing Airsoft to Korean Barbecue dates with his family, Junnie Boy proved that Old Spice will let him smell good through it all.

When you smell your best, you feel your best and do your best-- that is what Junnie Boy realized after putting the Old Spice Bars and Body Wash to the test. “’Di ako ma-perfume and shower lang talaga ang reason kung bakit hindi ako mabaho. Pero nung nag switch na ‘ko sa Old Spice, sabi ng tropa at of course, ng wife ko, na ang lagi na daw akong mabango!” says Junnie Boy.

 

Like our pambansang payaman, you can smell like a real man too and feel your best no matter what you do! Get your hands on the Old Spice Bars and Body Wash by shopping through our Lazada and Shopee stores!

Capture the feeling of an ultimate retreat in this Swiss-inspired luxury condo

Some of the hottest things in luxury residential buildings right now are outdoor yoga decks, private parks and tranquility gardens. This is because of people's focus on holistic wellness and mindfulness. 

Mindfulness is a kind of energy that we generate when we bring our mind back to our body and get in touch with what is going on in the present moment, within us and around us. We become aware of our breathing and come home to our body, fully present for ourselves and whatever we are doing.

The energy of mindfulness helps us touch life deeply throughout the day, whether we’re brushing our teeth, washing the dishes, walking to work, eating a meal, or driving the car. We can be mindful while standing, walking or lying down or while speaking, listening, working, and playing.

Practicing mindfulness within oneself and with others in the community is one of the priorities of Brittany Corporation, the luxury residential arm of the country’s largest homebuilder Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. 

To capture the feeling of an ultimate retreat, Brittany promotes the mind-body-spirit connection and holistic wellness through Crosswinds, its 100-hectare exclusive enclave tucked away on the face of the lush, sweeping natural hills of Tagaytay.

Inspired by the natural beauty of Switzerland that shines just as bright, with verdant forests, and glistening mountain peaks, Crosswinds is a  world on its own that features lot-only properties and luxury homes and residential buildings in Swiss-chalet styles with large windows and balconies that unite the interior outside and allow the residents to enjoy the mountain soul of a typical Swiss-chalet architecture. 

Over the last years, Crosswinds has been revitalized through the development of new and unique retail concepts, luxury condominium buildings and a host of other facilities that have transformed the exclusive community into a year-round destination.

An Exclusive Swiss Condo Living Experience

Encompassing 2.8 hectares of Crosswinds is Alpine Villas, a charming enclave consisting of mid-rise towers in the style of Swiss chalets that are surrounded with charming European-inspired cafes and restaurants.

 

Inspired by the most beautiful Swiss chalet villages, Alpine Villas’ first three towers namely Bernese, Blanc and Brienz, are situated 540 meters above sea level and command an excellent view of Crosswinds' exclusive community, lush green foliage of pine trees, open green spaces, and the commercial strip. 

The latest tower to complete the first row of the Alpine Villas luxury condo development is Biel, a 9-storey tower that offers a total of 58 units with a mix of studio and one-bedroom with balcony with sizes ranging between 30 to 90 sqm. Prices will range from Php 9M to Php 31M.

Biel: An Immersion in Nature

Biel is inspired by the concept of bathing one’s senses in the forest atmosphere. At the heart of this concept is the idea of slowing down, practicing mindfulness, and reconnecting with nature - a pursuit that has become all the more meaningful since the pandemic unfolded. 

Built on the principles of nature-inspired, sustainable design, Biel is designed to reflect Crosswinds natural beauty, incorporating the elements of wood and other natural materials with thirty percent of the condominium development dedicated to green open spaces. 

In addition, Biel best represents Brittany’s prime development as it offers bigger unit sizes, more open spaces and upgraded features. With a height of 540 meters above sea level, Biel commands the best view of the exclusive Crosswinds community, with units facing the morning sun on the southeast side of the building. 

It is close to lifestyle hotspots within Crosswinds such as Ruined Project, Napa, Cafe Voila and Coffee Project, where one can enjoy a short walk to the commercial stretch in just around five minutes. Biel is also just a kilometer away from Crosswinds’ unique retail concepts and new attractions such as Windmill Lausanne, Cafe Yama, Dear Joe and Andersen’s Bakery. 

Biel will also offer an impressive list of amenities focused on increasing the residents’ sense of well-being. It will offer well-designed, space-efficient vertical residences with a mix of one- and two-bedroom balconies and equipped with 24/7 safety protocols including a CCTV system in all common areas, Wi-Fi, and building systems. The units were also designed with versatility in mind, another nod to the pandemic and how it has changed the property owners to utilize their living space, allowing them to create additional space and have more flexibility in their own unit. 

Moreover, Biel will offer passive and active spaces such as a straightforward exercise room and a curated gym, private park, kids’ outdoor play area, pet park, biking and jogging trails, function hall and tranquility garden. 

A Year-Round Destination

Residents at Biel will be spoilt for choice in terms of nature-inspired activities. Beyond the breathtaking scenic views and  acre upon acre of land studded with thousands of pine trees, Brittany has invested heavily in developing the Crosswinds community with a promise of a stunning retreat no matter which time of the year.

Crosswinds offers a slew of outdoor recreation, from cycling and jogging paths to beautiful running and hiking trails. Other notable developments in Crosswinds include luxury hotel, The Crosswinds Suites as well as retail concepts that offer gorgeous scenery on top of sumptuous meals. 

Moreover, Biel will offer passive and active spaces such as a straightforward exercise room and a curated gym, private park, kids’ outdoor play area, pet park, biking and jogging trails, function hall and tranquility garden. 

A Year-Round Destination

 

Residents at Biel will be spoilt for choice in terms of nature-inspired activities. Beyond the breathtaking scenic views and  acre upon acre of land studded with thousands of pine trees, Brittany has invested heavily in developing the Crosswinds community with a promise of a stunning retreat no matter which time of the year.

 

Crosswinds offers a slew of outdoor recreation, from cycling and jogging paths to beautiful running and hiking trails. Other notable developments in Crosswinds include luxury hotel, The Crosswinds Suites as well as retail concepts that offer gorgeous scenery on top of sumptuous meals. 

More Than  Just an Investment

 

COVID-19 has brought about a shift in priorities - people have begun to focus more on enjoying life and living in the moment. This change in mindset extends to what properties people are choosing to invest in. For most property buyers, the most valuable luxury is time and convenience and being able to live their best lives. 

 

To that end, properties at Crosswinds hold great appeal. People can now understand that they are buying something to enjoy as well as a smart and stable investment. Crosswinds and its luxury condo development Alpine Villas  serve a growing number of curious homebuyers looking to push the boundaries of what will help them live the best of everything life has to offer. 

Crosswinds truly revels in the beauty of nature. With cold breezes, lush pine trees and magnificent flora year-round, one can practice meditation and mindfulness every day, informally outside in nature. It is indeed the ideal property for those who seek comfort, tranquility and mindfulness retreat away from the city. 

Brittany Corporation, the company behind this exclusive, nature-inspired enclave, also offers a fine selection of home designs, high-end condominiums and lot-only properties in excellent locations such as Portofino in Alabang, La Posada in Sucat and Georgia Club in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

For more information on Brittany Corporation’s collection of luxury properties, visit www.brittany.com.ph. You may also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. 

realme C35 Unboxing and First impressions: Chic and Classy in an entry level device

Chic and classy are not the usual terms used to describe an entry-level smartphone, but with the arrival of realme’s Philippines latest addition to its C-series lineup, those adjectives have never been more fitting.

There was a time when it was very easy to spot entry-level phones--they were bulky, plasticky and the design looked like something that arrived a few years too late.

In contrast, the realme C35, stands out with its modern, squared-off look, glasstic back and unique glow colorways.

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But is it more than just a fancy-looking phone? Here is our unboxing and first impressions of the realme C35. 

 

UNBOXING:

The phone comes in realme’s tradmark yellow box. Unlike the redesigned box of the realme 9 series,  it retains the same look as its predecessor.

Inside the box you’ll find the “Welcome to the realme family” greeting and the compartment which stores the  SIM ejector tool and some paper documentation. Underneath is the realme C35 unit, and at the bottom is a 18W charging adapter and USB-A to USB-C charging cable. The screen protector is already preinstalled on the unit.

Sadly, it doesnt include a pair of earphones or a silicone case--something you should really get.

 BUILD AND DESIGN

The phone is made of a combination two “glasstic” panels with a polycarbonate frame thats made to look like metal. The sides of the phone are flat with rounded edges. The glasstic back has a clear and reflective finish which makes it prone to fingerprints and smudges and can be quite slippery. This is why I suggest you get a case to protect your phone and make it a bit easier to hold.  The phone comes in a 8.1mm Ultra Slim Design, the thinnest and lightest in the C-Series as it weighs only 189 grams making it very easy to use with one hand.

 

The realme C35 comes with a screen-to-body ratio of 90.7%, with an almost bezel-less design. Paired with the aesthetics of the Dynamic Glowing Design, which gives off an effect when reflected on by light, the realme C35 allows for a visual experience.

It comes in two colors; Glowing Black, and the one we have is the Glowing Green which more like “mint” and it is unlike any color we’ve seen in a smartphone. It will also be available in two variants 4GB+64GB and 4GB+128GB variants.

Exploring the ports and button placements, on the right you’ll find the power button, which also acts as a fingerprint scanner. Located on the left is the SIM tray (two nanoSIM cards and a microSD card slot) and volume rocker, while on the bottom is the USB-C charging port, along with the speaker grille, microphone, and 3.5mm headphone jack. To guarantee its quality the phone has undergone and passed the rigorous TÜV Rheinland Smartphone High-Reliability Certification.

FEATURED SPECS

Now let’s look at the main highlights of the this smartphone.

The realme C35 is the first in the C Series to feature a 6.6" FHD+ Large Display and a resolution of 2408x1080 pixels. It also supports a touch-sampling rate of 180Hz for a more responsive experience.

The LCD IPS display has a notch and a slim earpiece on top. The bezels are quite thin except for the bottom chin. Besides the FHD+ resolution it  maxes at up to 480 nits of brightness in normal lighting conditions, and up to 600 nits on auto under direct sunlight making it a standout feature at this price point and the screen should still be quite readable even in daylight.

For its cameras, the realme C35 has a triple camera setup with a 50MP primary shooter a f/2.8 B&W

for portrait shots and a f/2.4 macro lens from up to 4cm. So far our initial test shots proved to be quite unexpected--in a good way. It seems realme  has found a refined balance of tuning camera hardware to the processor along with overall software optimization resulting in  much better photos than other smartphones in the segment.

Selfie lovers should also be excited with the realme C35’s 8MP Sony IMX355 front camera that provides clearer images and good level of detail. Now you don’t have to worry about turning on your video for those livestreams or video calls.

Running things is a Unisoc T616 Processor, a  powerful and efficient 12nm octa-core processor that houses two Cortex-A75, six Cortex-A55 cores  and a Mali G57 GPU that allows for easier processing and transitions between one task to another. So far its been running smoothly in my usual daily usage of watching videos playing games and the usual multitasking apps for social media and blogging.

The realme C35 supports expandability of up to 256GB via microSD card.

Powering this smartphone is a 5000mAh Battery with 18W Quick Charge making the phone last for 39 days on standby and can charge from 0% to 100% much quicker than most smartphones in its price category.  

Initial impressions: With a starting price Php8,499 for the 4GB + 64GB variant and PHP9,499 for the 4GB+128GB option, the realme C35 faces a lot of competition, but so far we were impressed by how it looks, the photos taken by its 50MP camera and we never had to bring a powerbank becasue of its 5000mAh battery. But we will still be testing it in the next few days and will have our full review out soon!

 realme C35 Specs
Dimensions: 164.4 x 75.6 x 8.1 mm
Weight: 189 g
Display: 6.6-inch LCD (IPS) screen FHD+ 2408 x 1080 resolution at 400 ppi (w/ 180Hz touch sampling rate)
CPU: 12nm 2.0GHz UNISOC T616 octa-core processor GPU: Mali-G57
RAM: 4GB LPDDR4X
ROM: 64GB/128GB UFS 2.2 expandable via microSD card slot up to 1TB (dedicated)
Rear Camera: 50MP f/1.8 w/ PDAF + 2MP f/2.4 4cm Macro Lens + 2MP f/2.8 B&W Lens + LED flash
Selfie Camera: 8MP f/2.0 Sony IMX355
Battery: 5,000mAh w/ 18W Quick ChargeOS: Android 11.0 w/ realme UI R Edition

Price: PHP 8,499 (4GB./64GB), PHP 9,499 (4GB/128GB)

The realme C35 is now available via the realme Official Store  on Lazada and Shopee, and all realme  stores and partner dealers nationwide.

Check out these links

Lazada - https://bit.ly/realmeC35PR
Shopee - https://bit.ly/realmeC35PRSHP

 

Here are some of the measures you can do today to prepare for the upcoming flu season

  

Just like that, summer is over, which could only mean one thing: flu season is just around the corner.

 

As COVID-19 lockdown restrictions continue to loosen up, people are taking the opportunity to go out more often. Many have gone back to work. There are even schools in some areas that have returned to face-to-face classes. 

 

While we are currently feeling the heat of summer, the rainy season will soon take over. It has been observed that during this wet period the highest cases of flu are being recorded. [1]

 

“After going through waves of a grueling pandemic, taking millions of people by surprise, the last thing we need is to head on to a flu season unarmed. As early as now, we must be ready and prepare for any and all eventuality,” said Dr. Donald Josue, Vaccines Medical Director at GSK.

To make sure the flu virus doesn’t catch you off guard, here are some of the measures you can do today to prepare for the upcoming flu season:

 

Update your flu vaccines

Making sure you get your updated flu vaccines significantly lowers the risk of contracting the virus. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) a flu shot is recommended annually to ensure individuals are protected from the latest flu virus strains. [2]

 

Be mindful of social distancing

Because of much relaxed restrictions, it’s easy to forget that we are still very much in the middle of a pandemic. This means we should continue practicing social distancing whenever possible. Just like the virus that causes COVID-19, wearing face masks, keeping a distance from other people, or avoiding going to crowded places are few of the easiest, simplest ways to lessen the chances of catching the flu virus.

 

Keep your immune system in shape with a healthy diet 

According to the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI), you can boost your resistance by having a balanced diet and maintaining an active lifestyle. By giving your body the right nutrients and exercising regularly, you allow your immune system to perform at peak physical condition. This, in turn, enables your body to resist any symptoms that may arise.[3]

 

Flu vs COVID-19 symptoms

The flu and COVID-19 share many similar symptoms, which makes it easy to confuse the both of them. First thing to do should you feel anything untoward is to not panic. Both flu and COVID-19 can have fever, colds, and cough as symptoms. But the latter can also cause fatigue, loss of smell, and loss of taste.[4] Always consult with a medical professional to make sure you get the proper diagnosis and treatment. 

 

This flu season, make sure you’ve got the leg up against the flu virus. Remember to wash your hands regularly, boost your immune system, avoid large crowds, and get that flu vaccine as soon as possible,[5] because keeping yourself safe is the first step to making sure your loved ones and the community you live in are safe too.

 

 

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[1] “Flu in the Philippines Insights into Perception and Action on Vaccination”, Bravo L, et al., IPSOS, last modified Jan 13, 2020, https://www.ipsos.com/sites/default/files/ct/publication/documents/2020-02/ph_whitepaper.pdf

[2] "Influenza Fact Sheet," World Health Organization, last modified November 6, 2018 https://www.who.int/en/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/influenza-(seasonal).

[3] “Nutritional Guidelines for Filipinos” , Food and Nutrition Research Institute Department of Science and Technology, last modified 2012, https://www.fnri.dost.gov.ph/images/images/standardtools/NGF-2012.pdf

[4] “Similarities and differences between flu and COVID 19”, Centers for Disease Control, About Flu, last modified January 18, 2022, https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/flu-vs-covid19.htm

[5] “Five simple steps to protect against flu”, World Health Organization, last modified November 13, 2022, https://www.who.int/news-room/feature-stories/detail/five-simple-steps-to-protect-against-flu