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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania," is now showing in cinemas nationwide


 

 

Explore a secret world that goes beyond time and space, and meet a dangerous new multiversal threat in Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania," now showing in cinemas nationwide. The movie kicks off Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with a fast-paced big-screen adventure that features all the heart and humor that fans and more will love!

 

In the film, Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) and Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) continue to explore life as a superhero couple. They now live with their reunited family, which includes Hope’s parents Janet Van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer) and Hank Pym (Michael Douglas), as well as Scott’s daughter Cassie (Kathryn Newton). 

 

Cassie’s curiosity leads to an unexpected one-way trip to the mysterious Quantum Realm. They encounter strange new creatures, a stricken society, and a major new foe: a master of time whose nefarious mission has only just begun. With Scott and Cassie pulled away from Hope, Janet, and Hank, they must find their way back to each other and home again from a world of utter chaos.

 

Don’t miss a chance to catch the must-watch Marvel film of the season and witness the beginning of a new era in the MCU. Check the available showtimes here and book your tickets now!

 

For the latest news and promos, follow Marvel Studios Philippines on FacebookInstagramTwitter, and YouTube. Join the conversations online using #AntManandTheWaspPH and #QuantumaniaPH. 

 

For images, access film stills and behind-the-scenes images here.


Jollibee reminds us that with JolliSavers, you are guaranteed to get the deliciousness that you want and the value you need


 

With more people becoming price-conscious, they tend to be wary of how worthwhile a product or experience is. Prices are higher than they were years ago, which makes people naturally more hesitant about spending on a fancy restaurant or a trendy fitness class without being certain of what they get in return.

Luckily, there are some things that will definitely, consistently give you a bang for your buck. Through a fun new video ad, Jollibee reminds us that with JolliSavers, you are guaranteed to get the deliciousness that you want and the value you need.

 

[Watch the video here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=606071164686563]

 

“Time is also a valuable currency. Aside from getting your money’s worth, you also save a lot of time by choosing JolliSavers,” said (Jollibee spokesperson). “No more guessing how good something will be, and no more regrets if it doesn’t meet your expectations. JolliSavers are Jollibee’s bestsellers at affordable prices, so you can be sure na sulit-sarap!”

 

JolliSavers include the langhap-sarap Yumbuger (PHP 40.00), the crispy and savory Tuna Pie (PHP 49.00), the sweet-sarap Jolly Spaghetti (PHP 59.00), and the beefy-saucy 1-pc. Burger Steak (PHP 59.00).

 

Drop by your nearest Jollibee branch and get your fill of the delicious and affordable JolliSavers via dine-in, take-out, or drive-thru. You can also opt to have it safely delivered to you via the Jollibee delivery app, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and foodpanda!

 

For more information and updates on Jollibee’s products, like Jollibee on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Philippines on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

 

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Airbnb is giving ‘phans’ the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to follow in the footsteps of le Fantôme and book a night in the historic Palais Garnier Opera

‘The Music of the Night’ is returning to the place that inspired one of the world’s longest-running and most-loved musicals, The Phantom of the Opera. To celebrate the global phenomenon that will be performed in 15 countries in 2023, including a final bow on Broadway, ‘phans’ will be able to follow in the footsteps of le Fantôme and book a night in the mythical underworld where it all began – the historic Palais Garnier Opera in Paris.

For the first time, one of the most exclusive private viewing areas in the theater, the Box of Honour, has been transformed into a majestic bedroom, where guests will spend an exceptional night, befitting the mysteries and architectural splendor of the Palais Garnier. Guests will also get to ‘haunt’ the halls of the iconic building, including a visit to the real underground lake, home of the Phantom, featured in the famous novel.

The Host of the stay, Véronique Leroux, is the great-granddaughter of French novelist Gaston Leroux who created the world-famous phantom character. “My great-grandfather’s classic story has inspired so many people through the years,” Leroux said. “This is the perfect time to honor him and welcome ‘phans’ to the famous setting of his much-loved novel for a once-in-a-lifetime stay.” 

Airbnb’s commitment to heritage

This special night at Palais Garnier is the latest heritage offering from Airbnb following a series of measures and commitmentsby the platform to revitalize heritage tourism in Europe, including heritage donations to historical home organizations across Europe.

 

As part of this programme, Airbnb is offering its support to the restoration and enhancement of the Opera's heritage, including an ongoing project to restore the Palais Garnier boxes. Airbnb’s contribution will also fund the development of the Opera’s streaming platform, bringing together all of the Paris Opera's audiovisual content to a wide audience, all over the world.

 

About the stay

Guests will sleep in the largest opera box in the Palais Garnier - the Box of Honour - a room normally reserved for visiting dignitaries. The exquisite chamber has been transformed for an exclusive guest experience that includes:

      The best location in the house to take in the architectural beauty of the Palais Garnier and its stage.

      A tour of hidden areas in the Palais, rarely seen by the public, including the Opera’s incredible private archives and famous underground lake.

      A private ballet initiation with one of the Opera de Paris Ballet dancers.

      An exclusive recital performed by the artists of Paris Opera Academy, complete with champagne and hors d'oeuvres. 

      Dinner in the lavish Foyer de la Danse, a private and historic dancing rehearsal room behind the stage, used by dancers for warming up before a show.

      A tour of the private dance studios underneath the eaves of the iconic opera building where guests will enjoy picturesque views of the Paris skyline.

How to book

Phans may request to book the overnight stay on Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 from 6:00 PM CET (Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 from 1:00 AM PHT) at airbnb.com/opera. The stay will take place on Sunday, July 16th, 2023. This one-night stay will cost 37 euros (approx. Php 2,154)*, in honor of the Box of Honour’s number. Let the dream begin! 

 

To request to book, the booking guest must have a verified Airbnb profile, a good track record on the platform, and be aged 18+. Maximum occupancy is two persons. Guests are responsible for their own transportation to and from Paris, France. 

 

The Phantom of the Opera musical
Since opening in London in 1986, The Phantom of the Opera has played to over 145 million people in 183 cities in 17 languages The Phantom of the Opera has run for over 36 years in the West End and on Broadway. It is Broadway’s longest-running show and has received over 70 major theater awards, including seven Tony Awards and four Olivier awards. A Global Edition of the soundtrack was released in 2022, featuring Andrew Lloyd Webber’s beloved soundtrack in full in seven global languages, and a special eight compilation disc.  

 

The Phantom of the Opera will be performed in 15 countries, across 4 continents and in 7 languages in 2023. To book tickets and find out where Phantom is playing near you visit: www.thephantomoftheopera.com


*Plus taxes and fees. This one-night stay is not a contest. 

Maya shows that one way of embracing an empowered you is by taking hold of your financial well-being


Who said that the season of love is only about spending a moment with your significant other? In time for Valentine’s/single awareness day fever, your all-in-one digital bank, Maya, serves a timely reminder that self-love deserves equal attention and celebration.

 

Maya shows that one way of embracing an empowered you is by taking hold of your financial well-being. By breaking the mold in the banking scene, the country’s #1 digital bank and top-rated finance app makes money management easier through just one app, helping you become more financially confident.

 

Here, we break down three ways on how to foster self-love through Maya’s exciting deals and promos designed to give you more ways of having mastery over your own money.


 

  1. Personalize with love 

 

The best way to give yourself that much deserved love is taking care of yourself. And taking care of our financial needs and goals to get that much needed financial freedom is top of mind for most of us. Thanks to Maya, achieving those savings goals has never been this easy!

 

So, start saving for an emergency fund or for that much needed vacation, new wardrobe, or phone by opening Personal Goals at Maya Savings and enjoy up to 6% p.a.! 

 

With Maya, you can create as many as five goals simultaneously and have each goal personalized with your own preferred name and set it up for 180 days. The 6% p.a. guaranteed interest will definitely give you a serious boost with your money with deposits up to P1 Million.

 

And not just that—Maya also offers a sign-up and save promo. Simply sign up, upgrade your account, and start saving - and you will get as much as ₱60 (₱20 when you register, another ₱10 upon upgrade, plus an additional ₱40 for your first transaction.)

 

Here’s another way to personalize with Maya, use your name and create your unique @username when sending or receiving money. The first to bring this new, game-changing feature to the Philippines, Maya allows users to keep your personal data private, such as their account name and mobile number. Say goodbye to QR codes and long numbers, with Maya you can personalize your @username by simply following these steps:

 

1.     Open your Maya app

2.     Tap the “Profile” icon on the upper left corner

3.     Tap "Get Started" to create your @username

4.     Key in your preferred @username and hit "Confirm."  

5.     Finish off by keying in the One Time Password (OTP) sent via SMS.

 

A username is unique to each Maya account holder.   

 

You can also customize your Maya card with your new @username! Simply order a physical card on your app’s Cards section, personalize with your @username, and wait for it to be delivered to your doorstep! 

 

 

  1. Pick a store, any store

 

You deserve all your heart’s desires this season of love and beyond. With Maya, you can shop for what you want with the best deals and discounts.

 

For instance, you get a cashback when you pay with Maya at Robinsons until April 15. New users can get up to ₱200 cashback upon completing a transaction via Maya QR with a minimum spend of P1,000, while existing users get up ₱150.

 

If you scan to pay via Maya QR at SM Store until March 31 with a minimum spend of P1,000, you get one raffle entry for a chance to win exciting prizes. This includes ₱3,000 Maya Credits, Apple Airpods Pro 2, and Apple iPhone 14.

 

Eyeing a relaxing staycation? If you book now at Agoda until March 14, you will receive a 7% discount sitewide by paying with Maya at checkout and using the promo code “MAYA7JAN.”

 

You also get the best deals by paying with Maya at Flowerstore, Boozy, Edamama, Google Play, Codashop, Aipaz, Bills Pay, PLDT, MetroMart, Booking.com, Qatar Airways, and Mobile Protect.

 

While roses and chocolates may be the popular gifts for couples this Valentine’s Day, give yourself added wealth minus the charges by topping up with Maya.

 

Maya allows you to cash-in for free in several ways. One option is via linked banks and OTC channels up to ₱8,000 per month. You can also cash in directly for free, with no limit via BPI, RCBC, UnionBank, and Chinabank. If you’re cashing in from other banks, you can get your InstaPay fee as cashback of up to P25 when you cash in a minimum of P1,500. Another option is via Maya Centers, with lower cash-in service fee of 1%, while you receive a 100% cashback on the fee, capped at ₱150 per customer. The offer runs until February 28, 2023.

 

  1. Spread the value of self-love

 

What’s more? Spread the love and stay connected with close friends and family here and abroad by loading with any network using Maya.

 

You can get 5% cashback (Php25) for every 500 accumulated load spend until February 28. If you are a Smart or TNT subscriber, you receive 20% cashback at a maximum of  50 per user.

 

Completely free to download and register, Maya packs a feature-rich money app, an inclusive digital bank, and everything else you need to manage your money–save, borrow, spend, invest and more, right from your smartphone. 

 

Maya’s digital banking services are powered by Maya Bank, Inc., a digital bank supervised by the BSP. Deposits are insured by the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) for up to PHP500,000 per depositor. To learn more, visit maya.ph and mayabank.ph. Follow Maya at @mayaiseverything on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok and @mayaofficialph on Twitter.

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

OnePlus partners with multi-awarded film music composer Hans Zimmer


Global technology company OnePlus has notched another feather on its cap by cinching a collaboration with multi-awarded film music composer Hans Zimmer. Through this partnership, OnePlus and Zimmer will tune the Master EQ of the upcoming OnePlus Buds Pro 2 in a quest to deliver the highest quality for users’ listening pleasure.

 

Hans Zimmer – the man behind the unforgettable soundtrack of a diverse range of blockbuster movies such as Dune, Top Gun: Maverick, and The Dark Knight trilogy – is known for pushing the boundaries of sound so that music helps move the film narrative forward in extraordinary, sometimes unconventional, ways.

 

“Music is basically having a conversation. It is about setting moods and conveying emotions. To experience its full impact and to hear the nuance of every note, you need a listening device that delivers studio-quality audio,” said Zimmer. “I am pleased to work with OnePlus to ensure its second-generation earbuds allow you to be fully immersed into the music and to be transported into a whole new world.”


 

A Master EQ, Soundscape

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are equipped with a Master EQ tuned by the legendary Hollywood music composer himself. Named “Soundscape,” the customized EQ has fewer low frequencies than the default setting, as well as a brighter and wider sound field that allows users to enjoy the full orchestral sound of a classical symphony and multidimensional sound of an action film. They will hear the complex and delicate nuances of film scores in their full glory and be able to feel more fully the emotional impact of the music.

 

An EQ is a tool that allows users to adjust the sound signature of their earphones or speakers. It lets them tune the audio to their taste by changing the balance of different frequency components in an audio signal. They can enhance the deep rumble of the lower frequencies by boosting the bass and tweak the higher frequencies so that the treble comes out with extra lightness.

 

A Musical Gift

Under the collaboration with OnePlus, Hans Zimmer has rearranged “Lost but Won,” from the original soundtrack for the movie Rush, to integrate spatial audio characteristics into the music. By deploying a range of sound playback technologies, spatial audio enables listeners to distinguish sound all around them without the need for any specific multiple speaker setup.

 

“Spatial audio changes the way we create music and listen to music,” said Zimmer. “I love the spatial audio experience of the OnePlus Buds Pro 2. The extremely immersive sound feels like you’re in a front-row seat at a live concert.”

 

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 is one of the first TWS earbuds to adopt Google’s signature spatial audio function developed on Android 13. By integrating Google’s spatial audio framework, the rendering algorithm and OnePlus’ advanced stereo up-mixing algorithm, theOnePlus Buds Pro 2 offers a customized spatial audio experience through a wide sound field and clear vocals that heightens the cinematic atmosphere while watching videos. When playing music, users get a clear and natural sound – as well as an immersive listening experience of a live concert particularly when the earbuds are paired with the OnePlus 11 5G smartphone.

 

“OnePlus brings audiophile-grade sound to wireless earbuds with its latest OnePlus Buds Pro 2. The sound resolution – with its dual-driver system – is simply incredible. The bass is booming and vocals are quite pristine,” Zimmer said.

 

Zimmer’s rearranged “Lost But Won” soundtrack will enable customers to test their OnePlus Buds Pro 2’s spatial audio feature and to ensure it is set at optimal level. The re-arranged soundtrack is hoped to set the industry-benchmark on how spatial audio should sound.

 

With the Master EQ and spatial audio-oriented soundtrack, Hans Zimmer gives a valuable gift to customers of OnePlus Buds Pro 2.

 

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