Get First Dibs: The New iPhone 14

Future Ready for the new iPhone 14.

Upgrade to the new iPhone 14 and get the best deals only at Beyond the Box and Digital Walker.

Apple has once again rolled out its best line-up of phones-in the form of the iPhone 14 Series. And as always, Beyond the Box (BTB) and Digital Walker (DW) are right there to deliver the latest tech to enthusiasts and Apple fans in the Philippines. 

Get First Dibs.

From October 7 to 9, Beyond the Box and Digital Walker will launch the pre-order for the all-new iPhone 14. Customers interested can get ahead of the pack and secure their iPhones early at BTB Ermita, BTB Uptown, BTB Baguio, BTB Veranza, DW Podium, and DW Machines Trinoma, or via the BTB website https://beyondthebox.ph/   and  Beyond the Box Shopee Mall https://shopee.ph/beyondtheboxph

 

Customers who pre-order will receive exclusive Beyond the Box/ Digital Walker iPhone 14 Essentials Kit. The best iPhone 14 gadget accessories from premium brands Momax and Urbanears including the following:

Urbanears Alby True Wireless Earbuds (P3,990)

Q.Mag Power 9,5000 mAh Magnetic Wireless Battery Pack (P2,990)

Q.Mag 10W Magnetic Charger (P1,490)

ONEplug Mini USB-C PD 20W (P990)

Hybrid Lite Case Magnetic Protective Case (P990)

33mm screen protector (P390)

 

All these with a total value of P10,840 for every iPhone 14 pre-order.

 

On with the Countdown.

This year, we are bringing back the night of anticipation with the return of the BTB/DW midnight launch in BTB Uptown Mall,  DW Manila Bay and BTB Robinsons Ermita on October 13 leading towards October 14, 12:00MN. 

Join in the festivity as we celebrate the arrival of the new iPhone 14 in the Philippines. A party would not be complete without entertainment and exciting prizes, so watch out for fun games with Apple Arcade, a photography contest, and DJ sets. Your favorite tech-heads will also be present to unbox the freebies that will surely go hand-in-hand with the new phone.

To fully unlock the potential of the new iPhone, we are also hosting BoxTalks aimed at content creation, photography, and videography - topics that are essential in the content-driven present - courtesy of Jako De Leon from the Content Creator and Influencer Council of the Philippines, Carlo Mesina of the Philippine Center for Creative Imaging and Michael Holaschke of Making It Happen.

Even more perks await those who join us for the launch, with freebies worth P16,340 for every iPhone 14 purchase. Not only are they getting the previously listed Momax accessories, they will also get adidas RPT-01 wireless bluetooth headphones.

14 on 14. 

 

Purchase the new iPhone 14 on October 14 at the following branches :

Beyond The Box 

Uptown Mall

Robinsons Place Manila

SM Baguio

Veranza Mall

Resort World Manila

Nomo

Digital Walker

Glorietta

Mall of Asia

Podium

Machines Rockwell

Machines Trinoma

Also available at BTB website https://beyondthebox.ph/   and  Beyond the Box Shopee Mall https://shopee.ph/beyondtheboxph

Back to Bank Deals 

 

Avail of 0% interest up to 24 months via BPI, Citibank, Metrobank, PNB  and Eastwest Bank.

Get 3% OFF on straight charge payments exclusive with EastWest Bank credit cards.

Get Free1 month amortization on 24 months term via PNB. credit cards.

 

Also available via Home Credit at select branches. 

High Flex, High Reward.

 

Go ahead and flaunt your new iPhone on social media and get rewarded. Customers can win special prizes by simply tagging Beyond the Box and Digital Walker on their social media posts posts using #BeyondTheBoxPH #BTBxiPhone14 #DigitalWalkeriPhone14

HOW TO JOIN:

 

o Like and follow Beyond the Box’s Facebook and Instagram Pages

o Be one of the first to show your new iPhone and upload a photo/video of it.

o In the caption, tell us about what you love about your new iPhone and Beyond the Box.

Don’t forget to use the hashtags #BeyondTheBoxPH #BTBxiPhone14

o Mention your friends in your post! More reactions means better chances of winning.

o Make sure your photo/video is set to public.

o The Top 5 posts based on reactions will win major prizes and random 20 will win minor

Prizes.

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

 

o Contest runs from October 14 to 23

o Beyond the Box and Digital Walker  employees are not eligible to join the contest

o Entries will only be considered valid if you like our Facebook and Instagram pages and use

the official hashtags.

o Choosing and announcement of winners will be from October 26-28

o Winners will be contacted via direct message on Facebook to provide necessary information.

Winners must respond within 7 days.

QUICK SPECS about iPhone 14 

 

iPhone 14 Pro Max

 

• 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display2 featuring Always-On and ProMotion 

• Dynamic Island, a magical new way to interact with iPhone • 48MP Main camera for up to 4x greater resolution

• Cinematic mode now in 4K Dolby Vision up to 30 fps 

• Action mode for smooth, steady, handheld videos 

• Vital safety technology—Crash Detection,1 calls for help when you can’t 

• All-day battery life and up to 29 hours of video playback

• A16 Bionic, the ultimate smartphone chip. Superfast 5G cellular

• Industry-leading durability features with Ceramic Shield and water resistance

• iOS 16 offers even more ways to personalize, communicate, and share

• A16 Bionic, the ultimate smartphone chip. 5G capable

• A16 Bionic, the ultimate smartphone chip

  

iPhone 14 Pro

 

• 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display2 featuring Always-On and ProMotion 

• Dynamic Island, a magical new way to interact with iPhone

• 48MP Main camera for up to 4x greater resolution 

• Cinematic mode now in 4K Dolby Vision up to 30 fps 

• Action mode for smooth, steady, handheld videos

• Vital safety technology—Crash Detection,1 calls for help when you can’t 

• All-day battery life and up to 23 hours of video playback

• A16 Bionic, the ultimate smartphone chip. Superfast 5G cellular

• Industry-leading durability features with Ceramic Shield and water resistance

• iOS 16 offers even more ways to personalize, communicate, and share6 5G-Capable Alt 

• A16 Bionic, the ultimate smartphone chip. 5G capable4 Non-5G Alt 

• A16 Bionic, the ultimate smartphone chip

 

 

iPhone 14 Plus

 

• 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display

• Advanced camera system for better photos in any light 

• Cinematic mode now in 4K Dolby Vision up to 30 fps 

• Action mode for smooth, steady, handheld videos 

• Vital safety technology—Crash Detection3 calls for help when you can’t 

• All-day battery life and up to 26 hours of video playback

• A15 Bionic chip with 5-core GPU for lightning-fast performance. Superfast 5G cellular

• Industry-leading durability features with Ceramic Shield and water resistance

• iOS 16 offers even more ways to personalize, communicate, and share6 5G-Capable Alt 

• A15 Bionic chip with 5-core GPU for lightning-fast performance. 5G capable4 Non-5G Alt 

• A15 Bionic chip with 5-core GPU for lightning-fast performance

 

iPhone 14 

 

• 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display

• Advanced camera system for better photos in any light 

• Cinematic mode now in 4K Dolby Vision up to 30 fps 

• Action mode for smooth, steady, handheld videos 

• Vital safety technology—Crash Detection3 calls for help when you can’t 

• All-day battery life and up to 26 hours of video playback2 

• A15 Bionic chip with 5-core GPU for lightning-fast performance. Superfast 5G cellular4 

• Industry-leading durability features with Ceramic Shield and water resistance5 

• iOS 16 offers even more ways to personalize, communicate, and share6 5G-Capable Alt 

• A15 Bionic chip with 5-core GPU for lightning-fast performance. 5G capable4 Non-5G Alt 

• A15 Bionic chip with 5-core GPU for lightning-fast performance

 

Here’s how you can get a dedicated WiFi just for you!

Need your own WiFi so you won’t have to share your internet connection with the rest of your family at home? MyOwnWiFi, PLDT Home’s newest offer, solves just that. This first-of-its-kind add-on service allows existing Fiber customers to have a secondary internet connection with the same speeds as their Fiber base plan.

 

MyOwnWiFi allows solo heavy bandwidth users to get the maximum speed of their modem without worrying about hogging the connection for the rest of the family members at home. What’s more, MyOwnWiFi gives you the same speeds at half the price of your base plan.

 

“We give our customers tailor-fitted products to enable them to live extraordinarily better at home. MyOwnWiFi is one of our many innovations that answer the need of our customers for a dedicated, consistent, and fast connection so that they can excel at work, achieve more in school, and enjoy better digital experiences at home,” says Evert Chris Miranda, PLDT Home Vice President and Head of Digital Services.

 

A Secondary, Dedicated Fiber Connection 

For as low as P649, subscribers can experience the fastest speeds of up to 400 Mbps. New MyOwnWiFi subscribers will also be getting a WiFi Mesh device delivered for free so they can connect more devices.

 

*MSF – monthly service fee

**Fiber Plus Plans come with two (2) to three (3) Mesh WiFi Points

 

PLDT Home Fiber Plans come in two categories: Fiber Unli Plans and Fiber Plus Plans. While both plans give subscribers the fastest and most superior internet speeds optimized for connected homes, the latter is inclusive of Mesh WiFi devices perfect for big homes that need seamless whole-home WiFi coverage. 

 

DIY and hassle-free connection

The best part of MyOwnWiFi is that there’s no installation required. Upon successful subscription, subscribers can connect the MyOwnWiFi device to LAN Port 2 of their existing modem, and instantly get the additional same speeds as their current subscription. It’s as simple as plug, play, and enjoy their MyOwnWiFi connection.

 

The add-on will also be charged on top of their current subscription bill, providing a seamless and hassle-free payment service as they need not worry about multiple bills and separate billing cycles. 

 

MyOwnWiFi is the latest innovation from PLDT Home, which remains the fastest internet service provider in the Philippines for five consecutive years, according to the global benchmarking company Ookla.

 

Ookla is the global leader in internet testing and analysis providing reliable, consistent speed test experience across devices. 

 

To learn more about how to get your own MyOwnWiFi, watch this video or visit pldthome.com/MyOwnWiFi. 

Neutrogena offers amazing promos and deals for the big 10.10 blowout

 

As Filipinos welcomed the ber months last September, not only did the countdown to Christmas begin; so did the big double digit sale season! Truly, it is the beginning of a wonderful time for more budols and adding to cart some of our favorite items for home improvement, make-up, and most especially the holy grails for skincare. 

This October 10, Neutrogena offers amazing promos and deals as we celebrate the big 10.10 blowout. You can add to cart new and improved formulation of Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel for up to 44% off in Johnson & Johnson’s Philippines official Shopee online stores.

 

Start this season merry with youthful glass skin only with Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel. 

 

Don’t get left out and grab it now at a discount in Shopee on October 10, 2022. Also available in Lazada from October 10-14, 2022. 

 

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel 50g + FREE Hydro Boost Water Gel 15g x2

 

To get to know more about Neutrogena promos, follow Neutrogena on their social media pages @neutrogenaph.   

 

*Available while supplies last

**Available in participating leading retail stores

It’s your time to greet the last stretch of the year with awesome deals during the brand’s 10.10 Mega Sale

Good news, OPPO fans! It’s your time to greet the last stretch of the year with awesome deals during the brand’s 10.10 Mega Sale. Gear up for the exclusive vouchers, cashback, freebies, bundles, and other exciting perks when you buy OPPO devices via its official stores on Shopee and Lazada this coming October 10 to 14.

  

During OPPO’s 10.10 Mega Sale, you can enjoy up to 56% off on OPPO products when you purchase from OPPO Official Stores on Shopee and Lazada. Check out your favorite OPPO gadgets and get PhP200 off vouchers with a minimum spend of PhP9,999, or PhP400 off vouchers with a minimum purchase of PhP14,999.

 

For just a minimum spend of Php500, you’re already entitled to shipping vouchers worth Php50 on Shopee and Php55 on Lazada. You can also collect and redeem PhP50 off Lazada Bonus vouchers for every PhP500 spent.

 

The savings and discounts do not stop there as you can also score 10% off vouchers capped at PhP1,000. You can also get a free DITO sim for every smartphone purchase and a 10% cashback on each order you make.

 

Set your alarm clock during the OPPO 10.10 Mega Sale and shop every 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and every 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM to get freebies. These include a free 32GB SD Card for every OPPO A16 3GB purchase, a free TG113 Bluetooth speaker for every OPPO A55 purchase, a free G25 Bluetooth earphone for every OPPO A94 purchase, a free Neon Island desk pad for every OPPO Reno6 Series purchase, and a free Q9 Pro Smartwatch for every OPPO Reno8 Series purchase.

 

Awesome bundle deals will also be available during the sale period, such as OPPO Band and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP1,999; OPPO A55 and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP9,499; OPPO A94 and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP11,999, OPPO Reno5 and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP15,999; and OPPO Reno5 5G and OPPO Enco Buds for PhP18,999.

  

Finally, be sure to catch OPPO Official Stores’ livestreams on Shopee and Lazada to get limited discount store vouchers, such as PhP100 off with a minimum spend of PhP4,999. You can also get a chance to win a mobile phone holder, an electric toothbrush, and more by tuning in!

 

Indeed, super-mega-awesome treats await you during the OPPO 10.10 Mega Sale! So, what are you waiting for? Add to your cart now, and don’t miss the chance to check out your favorite OPPO devices on Shopee and Lazadafrom October 10 to 14. Meanwhile, OPPO devices are now also available on OPPO Philippines’ TikTok Shop.

  

For updates and detailed promotion mechanics about the sale, visit OPPO’s official website at https://www.oppo.com/ph/ or its official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines. You can also check OPPO Official Stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok.

 

 

RCBC Credit Card promises to offer stronger and more exciting financial services that will allow cardholders to live life unlimited

RCBC Bankard, the beloved credit card that aims to make its cardholders lives better, is now RCBC Credit Card! And with this new name, RCBC Credit Card promises to offer stronger and more exciting financial services and perks that will allow cardholders to live life unlimited.

The rebranded RCBC Credit Card focuses on giving great customer experience and value with its array of “Unlimited” lifestyle perks.  Partnered with the RCBC Digital App, it is poised to provide strong digital solutions that will allow users to be on top of their spending and finances.

According to Ma. Angela C. Mirasol, RCBC Bankard Services Corp. First Vice President and Marketing Group Head, the new RCBC Credit Card is created for people who want to live life to the fullest.

“If there is one thing that the pandemic has taught us, it is to have a zest for life. For the past two years, everything was at a standstill. But now, we have a chance to jumpstart our lives. We have a chance to live life to the fullest. It’s time for us to Live Life Unlimited. And with this, we are offering the new RCBC Credit Card, the credit card that can help you live an unlimited life and gain new experiences with its amazing shopping, traveling, and dining perks. Partnered with the RCBC Digital app, it will allow you to manage your budget and transactions anytime, anywhere, with just a few taps”

RCBC Credit Cards users have access to the award-winning RCBC Digital app, which provides cardholders up-to-date information on their credit card usage—such as their credit limit, outstanding balance, due dates, last payment amount, reward points and recent transactions, among others. The app also provides cardholders with a summary of their purchases—listed per category on a month and year-to-date basis—to help them analyze and manage their spending.

The RCBC Credit Card also offers UNLI 0% installment, which allows cardholders to convert their straight purchases made anywhere to three months 0% installment or up to 36 months installment with minimal interest. Meanwhile, the app’s Fast BillsPay feature allows cardholders to pay bills either on-demand or recurring/auto charge basis. And with its UnliPay benefit, cardholders can pay anyone, anytime via real-time fund transfers using their card’s available limit.

While being on top of their finances, cardholders also get to enjoy exciting promotions, with amazing, flexible rewards that will allow them to get the most from their purchases. RCBC Bankard Services Corp. President & CEO Arniel Vincent B. Ong emphasized their commitment to the cardholders of providing more relevant, engaging, and personalized offers.  “We make sure that we use data and technology to better understand our cardholders and serve their needs based on their interests and life stage.  The exceptional growth in card usages and receivables reflect our deepening relationship with our cardholders.  We are sincerely grateful for our cardholders never-ending trust and we would like the RCBC Credit Card to be their indispensable partner as they dine and shop with their loved ones, or when they travel the world and enjoy fresh experiences.”

With RCBC Credit Card’s Unlimited Travel Adventure perks, cardholders get access to airport lounges, free international travel insurance, and free purchase protection.  With its Unlimited Shopping Experience, cardholders enjoy deals from partner establishments while earning rewards points which they can exchange for cash rebates, airline miles, gift certificates, bank deposit, payment to your card bill, or even as a donation to their preferred non-government organization!

“As we restart our lives, it’s only fitting to rebrand our credit card to suit the new needs of our customers. The RCBC Credit Card is both a financial service and a lifestyle tool that will help our cardholders live the life they want and the chance to enjoy unlimited experiences,” said RCBC President and CEO Eugene S. Acevedo.

RCBC Credit Card is being issued by the Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) and is being managed by RCBC Bankard Services Corporation. RCBC Credit Card brings with it a trail of awards from well-respected international award-giving bodies.  For this year alone, it has been acclaimed as the Best Credit Card Initiative by the Retail Banker International Asia Trailblazer Awards 2022.  Its Digital Loan product, which is available through the credit card, has been adjudged Outstanding Digital CX - Loans by the Digital CX Awards 2022.

To apply for an RCBC Credit Card, visit any RCBC Branch or go to rcbccredit.com.

Logitech G’s reinvented iconic G502 X gaming mouse and make new epic records in the gaming scene!

Be the first to grab Logitech G’s reinvented iconic G502 X gaming mouse and make new epic records in the gaming scene! 

 

The perfect choice for better gaming experience, the G502 X gaming mouse is the reinvented version of the world’s most popular gaming mouse, combining the iconic performance legacy of the G502 with advanced gaming technologies to give Filipino gamers the best play experience possible. 

The G502 X maintains the spirit and iconic features of the G502, reimagined with the latest innovations in gaming technology. Experience unrivaled gaming performance with LIGHTFORCE hybrid switches, and enhanced comfort across a variety of hand sizes and grip styles.

 

Next generation features

The G502 X features a LIGHTFORCE Hybrid Switch. The all new hybrid optical switches have incredible speed and reliability, as well as precise actuation with crisp response. LIGHTFORCE is a revolutionary microswitch technology that combines the performance and durability benefits of optical switches with the important actuation feel of mechanical switches that gamers love. 

Another feature is the Hyperfast Scroll Wheel. Spin the lightened wheel freely in hyperfast mode, or switch with a click to ratcheted mode for precise scrolling. Plus, tilt left and right for two additional, fully programmable controls.

 

The new DPI-Shift Button is an added option for the perfect fit to accommodate a variety of hand sizes and grip styles.

 

The G502 X can glide while maintaining control. PTFE feet provide glide with optimized surface area, and are balanced for a frictionless feel and total control, including low friction while still offering control.

 

The G502 X uses the high-precision gaming HERO 25K Sensor tracking. It has a 1:1 accuracy at sub-micron levels and zero smoothing, filtering or acceleration, and has up to 5 preferred sensitivities with G HUB software.

Along with activity and performance without the wire and, when combined with LIGHTFORCE, features response times 68 percent faster than the previous generation. The LIGHTSPEED wireless protocol update also allows gamers to connect two LIGHTSPEED devices to one receiver using the Device Pairing Tool in G HUB.  Players can choose to operate G502 X with the same receiver as their Logitech G915, G915 TKL, or G715 gaming keyboards.

 

In addition, the G502 X line is compatible with Logitech G POWERPLAY wireless charging mats for unlimited battery life without wires.

Lightweight but powerful

 

The G502 X comes in black and white colors. It has a reduced weight at 89 grams (3.14 oz), with its thin-wall exoskeleton for minimum material and maximum rigidity, lightened scroll wheel, and more.

 

The G502 X is available in the Philippines from September and is selling at a retail price of PhP4,699. While G502 X Lightspeed is priced competitively at PhP8,499 and G502 X Plus at PhP9,999

Available online and at local shops

The G502 X is available at the Logitech G Official Store in Shopee, Logitech G Flagship Store in Lazada, and also available at partner outlets, PC Express, Silicon Valley, DataBlitz, iTech, Techwarez, GameXtreme, TTI, GameOne and Gameline, Visit the Logitech website and official Facebook Page to learn more.

 

Loadan na ang iyong beep card mula sa ShopeePay!

 

MAS MARAMING PARAAN PARA MAG-LOAD. Maaari na ngayong mag-load ng beep™ card sa pamamagitan ng ShopeePay wallet. Nagpirmahan kamakailan ang mga opisyal ng dalawang kumpanya kabilang sina Martin Yu, Director ng Shopee Philippines; Jonathan Juan Moreno, Presidente at CEO ng AF Payments Inc.; at Sharon Fong, Chief Commercial Officer ng AF Payments Inc.

 

Nagsanib-puwersa kamakailan ang AF Payments Inc. at ShopeePay para mapadali pa ang pagre-reload ng beep™ card. Sa pamamagitan ng e-wallet na ShopeePay, maeenjoy ng mga komyuter ang pag-load direkta mula sa kanilang telepono at maaari pang makakuha ng diskuwento o cashback kapag may espesyal na promosyon.

“Prayoridad ng beep™ na magbigay ng kaginhawahan sa mga pasahero. Sa pamamagitan ng pakikipagtulungan sa Shopee, na sikat na online shopping platform sa Pilipinas, nakakapagbigay kami ng maraming opsyon sa aming users para patuloy nilang gamitin ang kanilang card. Sisiguraduhin naming maparami pa ang partners upang makapagbigay ng pinakamahusay na serbisyo sa mga mananakay at lahat ng Pilipinong konsyumer,” sabi ni Sharon Fong, Chief Commercial Officer ng AF Payments Inc.

Madaling mag-reload sa pamamagitan ng ShopeePay. Buksan lang ang iyong Shopee app at i-tap ang “Load, Bills & Travel.” Sa kategoryang Travel, piliin ang “BEEP CARD.” Ilagay ang 16-digit na numero na makikita sa likod ng beep™ card na gusto mong loadan at piliin ang halagang ilalagay. Maaari itong P20, P50, P100, P200, P300, P500, at P1,000. May kaunting convenience fee na karagdagan sa bawat transaksyon. I-tap ang Checkout.

Piliin ang ShopeePay bilang opsyon sa pagbabayad, pagkatapos ay i-tap ang “Pay Now” at ilagay ang iyong ShopeePay PIN. Upang kumpletuhin ang proseso, i-tap ang beep™ card sa anumang E-load Station na matatagpuan sa LRT-1, LRT-2, at MRT-3, at piling P2P Bus Terminals.

Ang ShopeePay ay ang integrated mobile wallet ng Shopee, ang nangungunang libre at pinagkakatiwalaang paraan upang bumili at magbenta online sa Timog-Silangang Asya at Taiwan. Gamit ang ShopeePay, maaaringmagpadala ng pera, magbayad ng mga bayarin, at mag load ng beep-card sa Shopee app. Para magamit ang ShopeePay at mga feature nito kagaya ng vouchers, discounts, at cashback, i-download ang Shopee app sa App Store, Google Play Store, at Huawei App Gallery, gumawa ng account, at i-activate ang ShopeePay. 

“Simula nang ipinakilala namin ang ShopeePay sa Pilipinas, ang hangad namin ay mabigyan ng pagkakataon ang mga Pilipino na makapag transaksyon online nang madalian at may seguridad. Sa pakikipagtulungan na ito sa beep™, ma-ibabahagi namin ang aming serbisyo pati na rin ang mga feature na tinatangkilik ng mga gumagamit ng ShopeePay sa mga cardholder ng beep™” sabi ni Martin Yu, Director ng Shopee Philippines.

Ang beep™ ay isang stored value card na ginagamit upang magbayad ng pamasahe sa tatlong linya ng tren (LRT-1, LRT-2, at MRT-3), mga piling bus, at PUV sa buong bansa, at sa mga kasosyong retail merchant. Para sa iba pang katanungan, makipag-ugnayan sa beep™ sa pamamagitan ng landline sa (02) 87379600, Globe Line sa 09175121319, o Smart Line sa 09985819675.

Para laging updated sa balita at mga promo, sundan ang beep™ sa Facebook <fb.com/beepcardph>, Twitter<twitter.com/beep_card>, at Instagram <instagram.com/beep_card>. Maaari ring bumisita sa website<www.beeptopay.com>.

 

World Vision's emergency response to children and families affected by the Super Typhoon Karding

In the aftermath of Super Typhoon Karding (international name Noru), which affected over 640,963 individuals across the Philippines, World Vision mobilizes its responding teams to the landfall sites and the hardest-hit provinces of Aurora and Quezon.

The Super Typhoon Karding has recently affected seven regions in the country, namely Regions 1, 2, 3, and 5, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, and CAR.

Among the priority needs identified and expressed by the typhoon-stricken population are food, emergency shelter support, livelihood, and assistance for learning continuity children. A lot of schools in the area have been damaged and rendered not safe for teachers and students to hold classes. The agricultural provinces of Aurora, Quezon including towns Nakar and Burdeos, and other areas in Central Luzon have also experienced massive flooding due to the typhoon, damaging major crops including rice which could been harvested this month of October.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the communities affected by Typhoon Karding. World Vision is committed to support and complement the ongoing efforts of the government and the humanitarian community, especially in ensuring the well-being of children and the most vulnerable. Let us also continue to pray for our responding staff, for wisdom and protection as they engage on-ground,” shares Mr. Rommel V. Fuerte, World Vision National Director in the Philippines.

World Vision’s emergency response in Aurora and Quezon aims to provide for the immediate life-saving needs of more than 2,000 families through provision of emergency shelter and non-food items, including family blankets, mosquito nets and mats. The team also looks into the special needs of children as they cope from the calamity in the area, as well as other affected provinces soon.

For more information and how you can support World Vision’s Emergency Response, please visit https://wvph.co/KARDINGPH or follow World Vision’s official social media pages /worldvisionph on Facebook, @worldvisionphl on Instagram, and @worldvisionph on Twitter.

UNIQLO announces the donation of 145,314,300 yen of funds

 

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO today announces the donation of 145,314,300 yen of funds (as a reference only, US $1,007,173 when calculated using the September 20, 2022 exchange rate of of $1 = 143.23 yen) raised from the global sales of T-shirts through the PEACE FOR ALL charity project. The calculation period for the donation is from launch on June 17 through August 31, 2022. Presented on September 20, 2022, the amount of the donation was proportioned to three organizations that provide humanitarian aid to those affected by poverty, discrimination, violence, conflict, and natural disasters.

PEACE FOR ALL enlists support from prominent world-renowned leaders in the areas of art, design, literature, science, and sport who are aligned with the project’s aim and sells T-shirts with their unique designs expressing a desire for peace. The first collection of five charity T-shirts, part of the UT (UNIQLO T-shirt) brand that allows wearers to express their individuality, were released worldwide from June and purchased by many people. Ten new designs were launched one month later, with more designs to follow. UNIQLO would like to express its sincere appreciation to everyone who has so far purchased a T-shirt and for their warm encouragement.

Koji Yanai, Fast Retailing Group Senior Executive Officer, and executive in-charge of Sustainability, presenting the donation to Japan-based representatives of the three organizations connected with the project at UNIQLO CITY TOKYO office on September 20

Going forward, UNIQLO will continue to actively engage with persons who support the creation of charity T-shirts, and to sell those T-shirts worldwide. T-shirts are wonderful items that allow wearers to express and share their ideas with others. At the same time, UNIQLO will continue to offer donations in order to change the world in some small way for the better and realize a peaceful future in which all people are able to lead safe and secure lives.

 

Messages from Donation Recipients

 

UNHCR 

“We appreciate everyone’s support for PEACE FOR ALL. The donations will be used to help UNHCR continue to provide protection, shelter and other forms of assistance, and advocacy on behalf of displaced and stateless people worldwide. UNHCR’s lifesaving support also includes access to health care, safe and clean water, education for children and young people, and livelihood opportunities. With more than 100 million people forced to flee their homes, this support is crucial so UNHCR can respond to humanitarian emergencies in Ukraine, Pakistan, Ethiopia, Burkina Faso, Myanmar, Nigeria, Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and beyond. Thank you to UNIQLO and the supporters.”

 

Save the Children

“We wish to express our gratitude to UNIQLO and to everyone who has purchased a charity T-shirt. We will use the donation to support children in need who are in difficult situations in Ukraine and its neighboring countries, as well as countries such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Turkey, Lebanon, and Mozambique. It will be used for a wide range of responses and activities, including establishing “Child Friendly Spaces” to provide opportunities for children to restore their normalcy, providing mental health and psychosocial support, ensuring learning opportunities, protecting children who have been separated from their families, and supporting livelihoods of families in difficult situations.”

 

Plan International

“We would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to UNIQLO for allowing us to take part in this wonderful project, and for the generous donation. The funds received will be used to help girls under 18 years of age who are forced to marry against their will, deprived of educational and other opportunities, or subject to violence or abuse, and to prevent early (child) marriage.”