Polaris Esports defeats Execration in All-Filipino Dota 2 Grand Finals

Championship Sunday was in full swing at the Asia Pacific Predator League 2022 Grand Finals at Link Forest in Tokyo, Japan. With a Filipino team already assured of the win in Dota 2, ArkAngel Predator had to play above expectations to make waves in the PUBG side after a middle-of-the-pack showing in the first two days.

In the All-Filipino finals of Dota 2, it was a brawl between Polaris Esports and Execration. A risky Position 4 Leshrac by Marvin “Xavius” Rushton didn’t pay off too much in the early game despite picking up an early Aghanim’s Shard. Jinn “Palos” Lamatao’s Pudge was hitting all the strides in Game 1 in a masterclass performance. Game 2, the Pudge was again the hero, this time in the hands of John “Natsumi” Vargas. Alongside Mc “Lelouch” Villanueva and his Leshrac, Polaris snowballed itself in Game 2 to force a decider. 

Game 3 promised to be a banger of a long game from the draft alone with Execration picking up Naga Siren while Medusa was the choice for Polaris Esports. But long game it was not, as Polaris managed to play a fast tempo game with an unchecked Broodmother pick. Polaris convincingly took the championship against Execration to take home the $75,000 prize and the illustrious Predator Shield. Execration brings home $30,000 prize money after taking second place while GrindSky Esports, who finished third, has $15,000 in earnings.

Sue Ong-Lim, Acer PH General Manager 

For PUBG, ArkAngel Predator kicked off the day with a middle-of-the-pack performance in Map 11. The Filipino squad had to bring in its A-game from Map 12 onward for any chance of a podium finish against the fierce competition from around the region. ArkAngel’s safe approach allowed the team to secure some much needed points as it finished strong with 11 kills in the map to move up in the standings.

ArkAngel Predator found its fire anew in Map 14 as the team managed to finish third in the crucial map which stabilized the team’s position at third overtaking Korean squad GNL. ArkAngel goes home after a hard fought campaign and will be bringing home $15,000 in prize money. In the end, it was still Vietnamese squad Genius Esports and its huge lead that took the championship and the $75,000 prize money while Korean team DWG KIA took  second place and $30,000. 

After the awarding ceremony, participating teams were honored and Intel MVP Awards were given to Attack All Around’s Escalucio and Yagon Galacticos’ ATee for PUBG and Dota 2 respectively. To cap the tournament off, Acer Philippines General Manager Sue Ong Lim, along with Predator Philippines brand ambassadors Alodia Gosiengfiao and Amara Ui, announced that the next Asia Pacific Predator League Grand Finals would take place in Manila, Philippines in 2024.

For more information regarding the Asia Pacific Predator League, follow Predator’s social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

 

You can now @UseYourName to send and receive money with Maya!

A safer and more personal way to send and receive money has arrived, and that's with your very own Maya @username.  

 

Maya, your all-in-one digital bank, rolls out a new, game-changing feature that lets you send and receive money with your very own username -- another first-of-its-kind feature from the leading digital bank and fintech in the country.

 

This gives you options for more personalized, convenient, and safer money transfer transactions. Much like how you tag your family/friends on social media, you can use your @username when requesting payments - no need to memorize and input 11-digit mobile numbers. If you're a small business owner, this feature can come in handy as you can easily set up your store name as your account username for an easier, hassle-free mode of payment! 

With Maya's username feature, you can also choose to keep your personal data private, such as your account name and mobile number. This feature is available for upgraded Maya app users - ensuring a secure experience for the Maya community. 

  

"We're excited to be the country's first digital bank to launch this feature as we continue to help Filipinos master their money and enable meaningful personalization. It's a game-changer for safety and making our experience with sending money more fun – especially when you attach a GIF to it!" said Pepe Torres, Chief Marketing Officer for Maya Philippines.  

 

Maya has also partnered with Giphy to help you add a personal touch to your Send Money transactions. To make your send money transaction even cooler, you can even throw some GIF action in there! With over 10 billion GIFs, you're sure to find one that can perfectly complement how you feel.  

 

Setting up your Maya @username is easy. You simply need to:  

1. Tap the "Profile" icon on the upper-left corner and tap "Get Started."  
2. Key in your preferred @username and hit "Confirm."  
3. Finish off by keying in the One Time Password (OTP) sent via SMS.  

  

Once you've registered your preferred @username, your friends can now use this to send money to your account with these easy steps:  

1. Tap "Send Money" on the Maya app  
2. Key in the recipient's @username, input the amount to send, and tap "Continue."  
3. Review the "Send Money" transaction details and tap "Send."  
4. Wait for Maya's confirmation via SMS.

 

A username is unique to each Maya account holder, so choose well! You can have the option to present your username or your mobile number registered to your Maya account whenever you want to receive money through Maya. In general, registration of usernames is on a first-come, first-served basis, and to ensure protection, Maya has provided guidelines for username registration here. 

  

"Sending money via @username is just one of the innovative features which make money management with Maya more fun and rewarding. With up to 6% savings interest rate and free bitcoin or cashback offers, Maya is easily the most engaging and rewarding payments and banking platform for your money," Torres added.   

  

Maya packs a feature-rich e-wallet, an inclusive digital bank, and everything else you need to save, spend, grow, and manage your money—right from your smartphone.  

  

Want to flex your Maya @username to your friends and family? Register to Maya now and get a joining bonus of P20 plus an additional P40 when you upgrade and do your first transaction until November 30, 2022.  

  

For more information and updates from the country's all-in-one money platform, visit maya.ph

 

Zone V Camera Club and PLDT Home visit students of ERDA SaBaNa in Tondo

A premier club of photographers, Zone V Camera Club and PLDT Home continue with their mission of building online learning hubs for underprivileged youth with students of ERDA SaBaNa (Educational Research and Development Assistance, Samahan ng mga Batang Nananambakan) in Tondo, Manila as the latest beneficiary.

To empower the students to do better in school and in life, Zone V Camera Club donated computers while PLDT Home provided a 400 Mbps broadband connection for the next two years. Jointly, Zone V Camera Club and PLDT Home have refurbished ERDA’s computer room to make it more conducive for learning, while the walls and tables have also been repainted. A mural on one wall was painted to depict the modern-day life of the students in Tondo, Manila, and how they cope with digital learning.   

Beneficiary ERDA SaBaNa Foundation in Tondo has been providing educational assistance including school supplies, bags and uniforms, tutorials and workshops, and leadership and life skills training for disadvantaged children to experience holistic education. ERDA has so far assisted more than 800,000 children in their school and real-life education since 1974.

These kids belong to the generation of digital natives, but they don’t have access to computers at home or the physical space to concentrate on researching for their class assignments. PLDT Home’s connections mean they now have a wealth of information at their fingertips to aid them in their school education, so that they may satisfy their curious minds and their thirst for knowledge about the world around them. This will also give them access to educational videos without lag and download or upload faster.

Last year, Zone V Camera Club chose Assumption Development Foundation (ADF) in Sapang Palay, Bulacan as the first beneficiary of their flagship project, Images of H.O.P.E (Helping Others Prosper and Excel). Zone V sells printed photos taken by its members to raise funds and build more online learning hubs for underprivileged Filipino students while PLDT Home provides the broadband connection.Zone V Camera Club was founded in 1978 through the help of the late professional photographer Vic Valenciano. Club members are composed of professional photographers and enthusiasts who won in various local and international photography competitions. 

HONOR to open kiosks in select SM malls

 

HONOR has recently announced that starting November 15, HONOR fans can already experience its latest products up close as it officially opens its new kiosks in select SM malls in the country. 

After its HONOR 70 5G, HONOR Pad 8, and HONOR X6 Grand Launch last October and its first exhibit kiosk in SM Megamall last Oct. 28 to Nov. 2, the leading global provider of smart devices, is now ready to serve more customers who have been waiting for the latest products to arrive in the stores near them.

HONOR will now be finally present at SM Rosales, Pampanga; SM Baliuag, Bulacan; SM Center Dagupan, Pangasinan; and, SM Butuan, Agusan del Norte.

  

“Since we started reestablishing the brand again last September, we are very happy to share that we’ve already reached 80% of our target in opening stores nationwide for Q4.  This expansion will continue in 2023 as we also grow the brand and business,” Stephen Cheng, VP of HONOR Philippines, said.

HONOR will now be finally present at SM Rosales, Pampanga; SM Baliuag, Bulacan; SM Center Dagupan, Pangasinan; and, SM Butuan, Agusan del Norte.

Purchase HONOR via Online Stores

Don’t miss the chance because HONOR has great deals and offers this 11.11 Mega Sale of Shopee and Lazada. Avid HONOR fans can purchase the #BestVloggingPhone HONOR 70 5G, HONOR Magic4 Pro, HONOR X6, HONOR X7, HONOR X8, and HONOR X9 through HONOR’s physical stores, Lazada, and Shopee apps.

 

HONOR fans can snag selected products at its retail price and get exclusive deals such as free shipping, free shop voucher, flash sale, and JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth speaker worth PHP 6,999 for FREE during Lazada’s Biggest Sale and Shopee’s Mega Pamasko Sale! 

    

Mang Inasal, the country's Grill Expert, has a new fan -- Miss Earth Australia 2022 Sheridan Mortlock!

In one of her recent posts on her Instagram Story, Mortlock shared with fans her excitement over getting to try Mang Inasal for the first time.

 

“We’re eating good tonight”, she gushed in one post, where she can be seen holding Mang Inasal’s latest offering, the Mang Inasal Family Fiesta.

 

She invited fans to join her on Kumu, where she livestreamed her Mang Inasal mukbang. Sheridan evidently enjoyed her meal and thanked Mang Inasal for the delicious treat.

“(I was) so excited to try such an iconic local foodery and I was not disappointed. Definitely going back for round 2,” Mortlock happily shared on her Facebook post.

 

The Family Fiesta is the latest offering of Mang Inasal. Starting at Php 709 for takeout, the Family Fiesta comes in four different bundles, complete with a platter of Java Rice. The bundles are good for 4 to 6 people.

Order the Mang Inasal Family Fiesta now through takeout or by visiting http://manginasaldelivery.com.ph/. You can also place an order via the Mang Inasal Delivery App, or through other food delivery apps like GrabFood and foodpanda.

Want more Mang Inasal exclusives NOW? Visit www.manginasal.com for the latest updates, https://manginasaldelivery.com.ph for delivery deals, and follow Mang Inasal on social media!

Shop for the best value-for-money all throughout the Shopee 11.11 Mega Pamasko sale until November 13!

With Christmas quickly approaching, Filipinos turned to Shopee for irresistible deals and exciting rewards during this year’s 11.11 Mega Pamasko Sale. Local sellers and brands were eager to give shoppers much to look forward to as they offered over 150 million deals on the platform.  

Local shopping trends early into the 11.11 Mega Pamasko Sale:

●      Filipinos jumped at exclusive mas mura deals for their favorite Mobile Gadgets, Home & Living, and Health & Personal essentials just in time for the holiday season. 

●      In the first two hours, local sellers found success during the highly-anticipated sale with 15x uplift in items sold as compared to a regular day with one local seller completing almost 40,000 orders of face masks. 

●      Residents from Metro Manila, Cavite, and Bulacan were especially eager to take advantage of the best deals this 11.11. 

Filipinos can look forward to even more exciting deals with the best value-for-money all throughout the 11.11 Mega Pamasko sale until November 13. For more details on the sale, visit Shopee’s Mega Pamasko Sale. 

Content Creators unlock success, new goals with Lazada's #LazAffiliates

In making things work against all odds and seizing every opportunity to turn it into success, Filipinos take deep pride in being resourceful or “madiskarte”. 

 

Lazada's newly launched LazAffiliate app provides access to features that enable content creators to easily identify trending products that resonate with their audience, so they can focus on generating engaging content to grow a community while also earning commissions. LazAffiliate partners can also track generated orders and earnings through the app.

"Lazada continuously works towards opening up more opportunities in the digital ecosystem and encouraging creativity. With the new LazAffiliate app and revamped program, our goal is to enable existing and aspiring content creators to generate income while creating more personalized and meaningful content to connect with their audiences.” says Ricardo Ortuoste, Head of User Growth at Lazada Philippines. 

 

Successfully monetizing their creativity and social reach through the LazAffiliate program, which now offers increased commissions for LazAffiliate partners, are content creators Nins Po, also known as “Mommy Nins”, and David Guison.

 

Mommy Nins, a makeup artist turned mom-influencer, has been a LazAffiliate since 2019.  She shares that LazAffiliate allows her to build a brighter future for her child. At the same time, it lets her help small brands thrive by recommending their products to her followers. According to Mommy Nins, the LazAffiliate program is an easy way to earn some side income.

 

“I get a lot of questions from moms, asking if I earn from the simple affiliate links ko sa bio. I tell them yes, and I also teach them how to become a LazAffiliate as well. Lalo na ngayon na may app na, it’s so much easier,” Mommy Nins says, adding that her very first Lazada Affiliate link created in 2019 continues to bring in commissions for her today. “Even if you’re a full-time mom, it’s made simpler now kaya easy to earn more with LazAffiliate.”

 

Meanwhile, David, a lifestyle and fashion influencer, credits the program for reigniting his passion for content creation, while helping him make extra income. “I can definitely say that it really helped me bring back the fire in content creating,” David says. “And now it’s made even simpler, especially with the new LazAffiliate app. This is a huge motivation for me, and I’m sure it will be for other content creators as well.”

 

Anyone can participate in the LazAffiliate program and kickstart their affiliate journey with Lazada. Simply select from thousands of brands and MSMEs offering a wide and trendy assortment, and generate unique Lazada affiliate links to include in your content posts sharing #LazadaFinds with friends, family, and followers on your favorite social platforms. A portion of every successful purchase made using the links you promote is then granted as commission. 

The LazAffiliate app was launched in the Philippines this October at Kondwi Makati, Manila. Close to 200 guests were taken back to the 90s and early-2000s, as everyone dressed up in their best 90s- and Y2K-inspired fits and enjoyed the era’s defining music. Aside from David and Mommy Nins, the event was attended by some of the most prominent content creators including Laureen Uy, Camille Co, Bella Racelis, Marj Maroket, and Janina Vela. Lazada Philippines CEO, Carlos Barrera, officially opened the first-ever LazAffiliate in-person event, which was followed by an exciting party with KatDJ spinning tracks to hype the crowd. The event also served as Lazada’s expression of gratitude to its loyal affiliates and an opportunity to meet newer members of the growing LazAffiliates community.

 

The LazAffiliate app is currently available for android users. It will be available for IOS in November 2022.

 

Sign up now on lzd.co/LAZAFFSIGNUP and become a LazAffiliate today! For more information, visit lzd.co/LAZAFFPROGRAM, or click on the LazAffiliates icon found in the Lazada app Account section.

 

#AddToCartAddToLife by shopping on #LazadaPH at https://www.lazada.com.ph/. 

 

LBC supports IKEA online store expansion

Global home furnishing brand IKEA expands the reach of its online store to more areas in Luzon together with the announcement of its 11.11 promo. Fulfillment of deliveries will be done by its partner LBC, one of the most preferred logistics companies in the Philippines.

 

IKEA online shoppers can enjoy 50% off on parcel delivery fees when checking out their online carts from IKEA Philippines (www.ikea.ph) this Friday, November 11, 2022.

Online shoppers can choose their Parcel and Parcel Max deliveries at the discounted rate under the 11.11 promo. These deliveries are a service LBC has been providing to the IKEA online store since September 2021.

In photo are IKEA Store Manager Georg Platzer and LBC SVP for Corporate Sales Jerome S. Santos
 

“LBC has established a strong partnership with IKEA, one of the most popular brands in the world. We are honored to be able to serve as bridge between IKEA and their many customers and to do this by ensuring that we deliver on time and with utmost care,” Jerome S. Santos, SVP Corporate Sales.

 

Santos also expressed his excitement over IKEA’s planned expansion to more areas in Luzon, promising that LBC will provide the same level of service to this new customer base.

 

“By working closely with its business partners, LBC continues with its mandate of helping businesses move it faster and better, all in helping grow the economy. The company is already poised to service other geographical areas in the country soon as IKEA expands its parcel delivery services in the near future,” he added.

 

Those who are interested to know more about LBC’s business solutions can visit: https://www.lbcexpress.com/business-solutions.