Acer launches its first Copilot+PC with the Swift 14 AI laptop

Acer launched its first Copilot+ PC with the Swift 14 AI laptop, in collaborationwith Microsoft and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., ushering in a new AI era with brand new user experiences and AI capabilities on Windows 11. The Swift 14 AI has multiple device models, powered by Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus platforms[1], and both feature one of the world’s fastest NPUs for laptops to enable on-device AI processing. Users can streamline everyday tasks with smarter PC functions and tackle complex workloads more effectively. 

“Engineered for AI from the inside out, the Swift 14 AI is the first among many Acer Copilot+ PCs to come,” said Jerry Kao, COO, Acer Inc. “These next-generation AI PCssee significant leaps in AI processing power, unlocking brand new experiences that we know users will love.” 

“It’s exciting to collaborate with Acer to bring AI technology to its Windows PC range of devices from sleek ultrabooks to powerful gaming rigs. Our collaboration has been crucial in delivering productive and secure PCs that cater to a broad spectrum of customers while also balancing style and performance with affordability, making technology accessible to a wider audience while also focusing on sustainability. With Acer’s launch of its Copilot+ PC, the Swift 14 AI laptop, we will bring new AI experiences to life for customers, taking advantage of on-device and cloud AI to empower individuals and organizations to achieve more,” states Mark Linton, VP Device Partner Sales, Microsoft Corp.

"The Swift 14 AI is a remarkable device that demonstrates the power, performance and intelligence capabilities of the Snapdragon X Elite platform,” said Kedar Kondap, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Compute & Gaming, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “Powered by the world’s fastest NPU for laptops and high-performance CPU cores, the Swift 14 AI delivers groundbreaking AI, enhanced productivity and creativity, making Acer’s new device a game-changer in the world of AI-enabled laptops.”

Snapdragon X Series Platforms: Powering the Next-Generation AI PCs 

The Snapdragon® X Series processors are built for AI and are designed to be among the most powerful, intelligent, and power efficient processors created for Windows in its class today. The new Acer Swift 14 AI, powered by Snapdragon X Elite[1], features 12 high-performance CPUcores[1] on a 4nm process node, integrated Qualcomm Adreno™ GPU of 3.8 TFLOPS, and Qualcomm Hexagon™ NPU capable of 45 TOPS. It is also equipped with up to 32 GB LPDDR5X-8533 memory and up to 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD to enhance system performance and navigate demanding multi-tasking workloads across productivity, creativity, and immersive entertainment scenarios without sacrificing power. Paired with the hundreds of premium apps that are optimized for Arm-compatible architecture,Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus processors enable user experiences that run smoothly and efficiently.

A New AI Era Begins with Copilot+ PCs

The new Swift 14 AI has been optimized with powerful AI, unlocking new productivity, creativity, and communication experiences.

With Recall[], users can easily find anything they have seen on their PC by simply describing the clues they remember. With an explorable timeline, users can easily scroll across time to get back to apps, documents, or messages they previously used. Live Captions[2,] with live translations provides automatic speech captions and conducts translations in real-time of any live or pre-recorded video from 44 languages into English. 

To spark imagination and creative abilities, visual or written prompts can now be used to co-create AI images and texts on the device with Cocreator[2,3]. Auto Super Resolution[2] automatically upscales graphics resolution and frame refresh rates of games in real-time to deliver the visuals players crave without taking a hit on performance. For those who always want to look and sound their best while better engaging their audience in video calls, Windows Studio Effects[2,3] helps to automatically improvelighting conditions and cancel out unwanted noise. It can also be used to activate three artistic filters on any video platform via Quick settings, allowing users to express themselves in new and creative ways during video calls.And Copilot, the everyday AI companion, is accessible via a single click of the dedicated Copilot key.

Premium Design and Features 

As a reflection of its modern capabilities and usability, the Swift 14 AI sports a refined Copilot+ PC-exclusive design,highlighted by a unique AI icon stamped on the cover of the thin-and-light chassis and an Activity Indicator on the touchpad that illuminates when the device or Copilot is activated. The laptop features a 14.5-inch WQXGA (2560x1600) IPS display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and support for 100% sRGB color gamut. It is available with edge-to-edge touchscreen options and comes with TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe® Certification 2.0[1] to help minimize the effects of harmful blue light without sacrificing color accuracy. A 180-degree hinge design provides the flexibility of a different user mode and enables easy opening of the aluminum cover with one hand. 

A 1440p QHD IR webcam with a triple microphone array[1]and privacy shutter supports Acer’s suite of AI-boosted conferencing tools in Acer PurifiedView™ 2.0 and Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0 to ensure users always look and sound their best. These can be swiftly calibrated thanks to Acer QuickPanel which intuitively appears when the device’s webcam or microphone has been switched on. A dedicated key directs users to the Red Dot Design Award-winning AcerSense™ app for device management and a library of AI features available on the device through the Experience Zone.

This Copilot+ PC comes with Windows Hello that supports biometric and facial recognition login for quick and secure access. Sustainability remains a vital pillar for Acer’s next-generation products, with the Swift 14 AI utilizing PCRplastic in the device, shipping with 100% recyclable packaging, and receiving the EPEAT Gold certification for its compliance with the highest EPEAT criteria. The device also boasts Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth™ 5.4 connectivity to deliver speeds of up to 5.8 Gbps and low network latency of under 2 ms, plus a host of generous port selectionsincluding two USB Type-C and two USB 3.2 Type-A ports for added flexibility.

Pricing and Availability

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.

Visit Acer’s Media Center for product images and specifications, or visit the Acer Press Room to see all announcements.

 

Specifications

Name	Acer Swift 14 AI
Model	SF14-11/ SF14-11T
Operating System	Windows 11 for ARM64
Processors	Snapdragon™ X Elite X1E-78-100 processor (12 cores up to 3.4 GHz, integrating Qualcomm Hexagon™ NPU AI Engine up to 45 TOPs)   Snapdragon™ X Plus X1P-64-100 processor (10 cores up to 3.4 GHz, integrating Qualcomm Hexagon™ NPU AI Engine up to 45 TOPs)
Graphics	Qualcomm® Adreno™, up to 3.8 TFLOPS
Screen	14.5" WQXGA (2560x1600) Display with IPS Technology, 120 Hz, 16:10 aspect ratio 100% sRGB, TÜV Rheinland Eyesafe® Certified 2.0[1], Touchscreen option
Memory	Up to 32 GB dual-channel LPDDR5X-8533 SDRAM
Storage	Up to 1 TB, PCIe Gen4, NVMe
Camera	1440p QHD IR camera, with Privacy Shutter and Triple-mic support
Audio	DTS® X Audio, dual speakers
Ports	Two USB Type-C (supporting DisplayPort, USB charging), Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, headphone/speaker jack
Battery	75 Wh 3-cell Li-ion battery, fast charging; provides battery life up to 18 hours web browsing and 26 hours video playback[4]
Wireless and Networking	Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 or above
Features	Microsoft Copilot+ Copilot Key, AcerSense™ + Experience Zone + AcerSense key, Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0, Acer PurifiedView™ 2.0, Activity Indicator, Backlit keyboard
Dimensions	322.6 (W) x 225.95 (D) x 10-17.95 (H) mm [12.7 (W) x 8.9 (D) x 0.39-0.7 (H) inches][5]
Weight	1.36 kg (2.99 lbs.)

 

realme Mobile Legends Cup Season 8 Returns!

RMC Season 8 on-ground qualifiers begin on May 25 at SM North Edsa Annex Event Center Known as the biggest and longest amateur Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournament in the country made possible by a smartphone brand, the realme Mobile Legends Cup (RMC) is back for its 8th season to continue its legacy of making legends.

 Registration is now open to teams interested in joining the national esports arena and proving their mobile gaming supremacy. To recap, realme closed Season 7 with an epic prize pool worth one million pesos. Z4 Esports Pegaxy and Smart Omega Empress were hailed as champions in their respective divisions. 

In contrast, Smart Omega Empress made history as the first-ever champion of the RMC’s inaugural Women’s League. realme further raised the stakes last season by becoming an official partner of the Philippine Esports Organization (PESO). As a partner tournament, the winning team joined the qualifiers for the International Esports Federation World’s Esports Championship in Romania. 

Driven by the pledge to continue providing a platform for elite gamers, the tournament is now open to all-male, all-female, or mixed-gender teams to shine with Season 8 of the RMC. This new edition promises to enter mythic proportions, with a partnership with SM Cyberzone Challenger Series 2024 to commence the season officially.

RMC Season 8 will begin with the on-ground qualifiers on May 25, 2024, from 10 AM to 1 PM at the SM North Edsa Annex Event Center. Teams must fight to the top and secure their spot for the quarter-finals bracket in June. Drop by for some fun booth activities, and don’t miss out on the opportunity to meet and greet Top MLBB Player John “H2WO” Salonga.

To qualify, teams must have five players who are 15 years old or older. During registration, all minors must provide written consent from their guardians. Additionally, all player teams qualified for the playoffs must adhere to the basic dress code of a shirt or jersey, pants, and closed shoes. Sleeveless tops, shorts, and slippers are strictly not allowed on stage. Teams must be available on May 25, 2024, and willing to participate in the qualifier match schedules set by the event organizers. realme calls on all gamers to prove and test their skills by registering for Season 8 of the RMC. Teams can sign up through bit.ly/RMCS8RegFormSMNE until May 25 at 1 PM only. 

Add to the excitement at the Season 8 of the RMC by participating in thrilling booth activities where the Squad can experience the brand’s latest products firsthand. Discover the cutting- edge features of the realme 12 Pro+ 5G, realme 12+ 5G, realme 12 5G, realme 11, realme C53, realme C51, and realme C30s. Plus, there will be an opportunity to purchase these amazing devices on the spot. 

Be part of the action and elevate the mobile experience with realme. For more news and all the latest updates on everything RMC, follow realme’s official Facebook page and join its growing online community. 

For  more information, please visit www.realme.com

W Express: Simplified Korean Visa Applications!

Backed by W Express’ nationwide network of over 100 branches, experience a simplified Korean Tourist Visa (C 3-9) processing, from application to delivery

(L-R) W Express Executive Vice President Emelita Alcid, W Express Chairman and President Dawn Feliciano, KVAC Managing Director Ahn Kyu Suk, KVAC General Manager Choi Yong Won

W Express is excited to announce its exclusive partnership with the Korean Visa Application Center (KVAC). This makes W Express the sole accredited courier service partner of KVAC for Korean tourist visa application processing and delivery services.

“This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for W Express. With our network of over 100 branches nationwide, we are thrilled to be of service to more Filipinos. By making this dream destination more accessible and convenient to reach, we are helping aspiring travelers and Korean culture enthusiasts turn their travel aspirations into reality. We are proud to play a part in enabling more Filipinos to experience the rich culture and beauty of Korea,” said Dawn Feliciano, Chairman/President of W Express.

   Ahn Kyu Suk, KVAC Managing Director, expressed, “Partnering with W Express brings us immense delight as we work towards enhancing the visa application experience for Filipino travelers. This collaboration perfectly aligns with our mission to simplify and streamline the process, allowing applicants to concentrate on planning their trips rather than the logistics of visa application. We couldn't think of a better partner for this endeavor."

Earlier this year, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea unveiled initiatives to streamline the visa application process. Through this collaboration, Filipino applicants can now conveniently submit their Tourist Visa (C 3-9) applications at any W Express branch, eliminating the requirement for in-person submissions. Meanwhile, non-Filipino applicants and those applying for different visa types are still required to submit their applications in person.

The application and delivery fee of P1,900 per person is payable on-site; delivery fee is subject to change depending on location. The entire process, from the submission of your application to W Express to the delivery of your passport, usually spans 14-16 working days.

With W Express, obtaining a Korean Tourist Visa is now easier than ever. Let our dedicated team at W Express assist you in simplifying your travel preparations 

KOREAN HITMAKER DVWN COMING FOR SPECIAL SHOW MANILA ON JULY 9

 

Korean singer-songwriter and hitmaker DVWN is coming to Manila for the first-time and for a special show DVWN 2024 ASIA TOUR <SEE THE SEA> on July 9 at the Samsung Hall (SM Aura). Tickets go on-sale Sunday, May 26 at 12PM via SMTickets.com and SMTickets outlets. Presented by Wilbros Live.

Jung Da-woon, better known as DVWN, is a singer-songwriter from South Korea and was behind the hits “Last”, “Insomia”, “fairy”, “No Problem” (The Uncanny Counter OST), “I’m in Paris” (Yumi’s Cells OST), “What A Wonderful Day” (Rookie Cops OST) and many more. He made his debut in 2018 from the extended play, Panorama. He has also written and composed songs for various artists including Kangta, NCT Dream, Young K and Kang Daniel.

 

Tickets to DVWN’s special show in Manila are at affordable prices: P3,000 for VIP Standing and P2,000 for Balcony (plus SM Tickets charge). Special VIP upgrade (limited only) are also available at P4,000, which includes Meet & Greet with DVWN (solo photo with DVWN), early venue access, VIP ID and lanyard, and a souvenir item.

Artwork, Seat Map: DVWN - Manila Artworks

DOLE MIMAROPA and Palawan Group: Empowering Unbanked Beneficiaries Across the Region

The historic partnership ensures that the beneficiaries under the various programs of the Department of Labor and Employment will get the funds that they need hassle-free, secure, and on time.

As part of its commitment to making digital financial services available to all sectors, especially the marginalized and vulnerable, the Palawan Group of Companies has partnered with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) MIMAROPA Region.

Palawan’s partnership with DOLE MIMAROPA has significantly improved and simplified the department’s disbursement processes for releasing stipends and salaries to the many beneficiaries of its various programs, such as Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD), the Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES), and the Government Internship Program (GIP).

Since 2019, this collaboration has benefited over 37,000 DOLE beneficiaries, including marginalized workers, financially challenged but deserving students, out-of-school youth, and other underserved communities. Because of this development, beneficiaries can now conveniently visit Palawan Pawnshop and Palawan Express Pera Padala branches in MIMAROPA or anywhere in the Philippines to cash out their disbursements via Palawan's e-wallet app, PalawanPay. This eliminates the need for long waits to claim their funds.

Rosemarie Hupanda, the chief of the Internal Management and Services Division of the DOLE MIMAROPA Region, sees the partnership as an efficient way of keeping their beneficiaries’ funds safe and secure. She said, "With Palawan Pawnshop and Palawan Express Pera Padala as our trusted partner in processing payments to beneficiaries of Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD), Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES), and Government Internship Program (GIP), we experience seamless and hassle-free transactions, ensuring that funds reach their intended recipients promptly. Huge thanks to Palawan Pawnshop and Palawan Express Pera Padala for being our partner in providing meaningful assistance to our clients."

Naomi Lyn C. Abellana, the regional director of the DOLE MIMAROPA Region, is optimistic that their beneficiaries, some of whom had never had proper access to a regular bank's financial services, will enjoy Palawan's efficient and dependable “mura, mabilis, at walang kuskos balungos” brand of service. "I extend my sincerest appreciation to Palawan Pawnshop and Palawan Express Pera Padala for being our partner as a remittance service provider in facilitating financial transactions for various programs under DOLE. Your support has been invaluable in the successful implementation of our programs aimed at uplifting disadvantaged workers and empowering the youth through employment opportunities.” She added, "Palawan Pawnshop and Palawan Express Pera Padala’s reliable services have been instrumental in ensuring smooth and speedy disbursement of funds for our programs. Tunay ngang ang inyong serbisyo ay “mura, mabilis, at walang kuskos balungos. May our partnership continue to flourish in the coming years to benefit workers in the MIMAROPA region.”

Users who have yet to try PalawanPay's services, are encouraged to download the app and experience for themselves the ease and convenience of navigating and using the app to pay for their bills, transfer funds online, buy mobile load, and do pawn renewals and other services with just a few taps on their mobile phones — it’s a win-win situation for everyone! To date, PalawanPay has more than 18 million downloads on the Google Play Store.

Download PalawanPay App now and be a verified user to enjoy an increased monthly transaction limit of up to P250,000, seamless and instant fund transfers to other banks and e-wallets, and no account expiration. 

TNT won the Best Branding Campaign gold award

TNT, the value brand of mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has won the Best Branding Campaign gold award for its TNT Petmaloop Challenge in the first-ever TikTok Ad Awards Philippines.

 

“The TNT Petmaloop Challenge bested over 150 submissions from various consumer brands to win gold in the Best Branding Campaign category,” said Paolo David, Country Head for Brand Growth and Partnerships at TikTok, who earlier said that the awards aim to “recognize brands for their remarkable endeavors in crafting entertaining campaigns that resonate with communities, inspiring them to take meaningful action."

Launched in October 2023, the TNT Petmaloop Challenge urged content creators nationwide to feature interesting highlights about their communities and regions that give them ‘saya’ or joy and upload them on TikTok. As part of the challenge, the participants could only use one TNT-powered smartphone, which they passed from one user to another in a relay.

 

The brand took everything to a whole new level by enabling the participants to livestream their journey from Bulacan to Manila on the video-sharing app without interruption, a feat that successfully set the Guinness World Record for the Longest Travel Livestream for a total of 26 hours, 15 minutes, and 29 seconds.

 

To mount the nationwide campaign, TNT worked closely with its partner agencies Ace Saatchi and Saatchi, Wavemaker Philippines, and CTV Inc.

 

“We thank TikTok Philippines for this prestigious award, which is a testament to the creativity, ingenuity, and passion of our internal teams and agency partners in creating a groundbreaking campaign that fostered a sense of pride among Filipinos,” said Alex O. Caeg, Head of Smart Consumer Wireless Business.

 

“We dedicate this award to our subscribers, whose trust and loyalty inspire us every day to fulfill our mission of bringing ‘saya’ to Filipinos not just through our value-packed services but also through fun and meaningful campaigns, true to the essence of our brand,” said Lloyd R. Manaloto, Head of Prepaid at Smart.

 

"Our subscribers can look forward to more affordable offers that keep them connected and happy, powered by our widest network coverage," said Erika Apostol, Head of TNT.

 

TNT’s Best Branding Campaign award from TikTok  is the latest in a string of local and international recognitions that the brand received for its memorable and viral campaigns.

 

TNT is set to receive a gold award under the Innovation in Content Marketing/Branded Editorial category of the upcoming 11th annual Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards for its PetmaloopChallenge.

 

On the other hand, its SIM Registration campaign, which consists of a series of public service reminders encouraging subscribers to register their SIM, not only earned millions of views and viral engagement, but also earned awards at the 16th Kidlat Awards, AdFest 2024, Boomerang 2023 Awards, Korea’s MAD Stars 2023, and a gold Stevie Award under the Cause-Related Videos category.  

Former Watsons Employees Dedicate Days Off to Community Service

It takes a village to mount a Watsons Alagang Pangkalusugan medical mission. There are volunteer doctors, nurses, and other medical personnel. Watsons also invites supplier partners to donate medicines and medical supplies and witness the work being done in the communities. Then there are the Watsons employee volunteers who use their days off to give back instead of resting and spending time with their families. 

A number of these Watsons volunteers are mothers. Patience and leadership skills are traits that many good volunteers have and if there is one person who has these traits and more, it’s a mother. 

For Watsons moms who volunteer for Alagang Pangkalusugan medical missions, volunteerism is a commitment. Since 2013, Alagang Pangkalusugan has benefited over 6,500 Filipinos. Watsons is very proud to be a partner of Filipino families in their journey to good health.

Editha “Meg” Aguila has been a Watsons employee for eight years. She started volunteering for a medical mission last year.

“It is my 2nd year this year in Watsons with MNDC Metro Naga Development Council but in my store, we already conducted simple community services to the elderly way back in 2017.  We would share our time and help provide the elderly with essential needs and also gave them food from our Christmas caroling fund,” said Aguila, a Watsons store manager and mother of three.

One of Aguila’s most memorable experiences as a volunteer was when the medical mission went to her hometown of Libmanan. But for Aguila, it’s even more special and poignant when they work with children.

“I am a mother too, I felt the same pain and anxiety of the mother's patient. I will lead them to the attending doctor and if ever they need my advice on how to interpret the prescription, I will help them so they may be guided correctly.” 

Eden Valenzuela, a Watsons employee for over 13 years now and a pharmacy manager, also considers it a privilege to be working with children. 

“I am sad that because of poverty,  they cannot have regular check-ups for their kids. Their kids are malnourished. I always tell them to take care of their children and give them proper care. I also remind them about giving the kids healthy food and vitamins,” said the mother of three.

Joan Pacio, a pharmacy manager who has been with Watsons for 21 years, said her civic duty and faith in the common good are what motivate her to volunteer.

“Helping other people is a life fulfilling duty. It is also fulfilling to help meet the health needs of the less privileged especially in far-flung barangays,” said the mother of two.

For Meg Aguila, her motivation is to help others and make an impact on the lives of the beneficiaries.

Eden Valenzuela said she is happy to see the happy faces of people when they have free check-ups and medication.

“We have been seeing a rise in employee participation in support of  Alagang Pangkalusugan in each area as more and more patients benefit from this initiative. We’re very happy that our employees are taking part in this,” said Sharon Decapia, Watsons Senior AVP for Marketing, PR & Sustainability

Watsons’ social purpose tagline "Look Good Do Good Feel Great" has been guiding the company in inspiring its employees and customers on their sustainability goals. This social purpose is in the company’s DNA. The spirit of doing good is deeply ingrained in the Watsons' culture. In 1841, A.S. Watsons founder Alexander Skirving Watson provided free medicine to the needy in the first dispensary.

You can help support Watsons medical missions by visiting any Watsons store near you or shop online via Watsons App.

For more information, follow @watsonsph on Instagram, like @WatsonsPH on Facebook, and follow @watsonsphilippines on TikTok.

AirAsia Philippines welcomes new batch of Air Force Reservists

 

A new set of nine Allstars was officially inducted as reservists of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) after completing the Basic Citizen Military Training. This marks the 5th batch of AirAsia Philippines personnel to finish the program, solidifying the partnership with the PAF and commitment to supporting community service. AirAsia has been affiliated with the PAF as a 1st Airlift Wing Reserve unit since 2019.

Culture of readiness

“The dedication of our Allstar reservists to community service is deeply rooted in AirAsia Philippines’ commitment to readiness in responding to national crises, emergencies, rescue operations, humanitarian efforts, and medical missions. We have always cultivated a culture of readiness through CSR programs like alwaysREADY: anytime, anywhere, aiming to support disaster relief efforts in communities regardless of time and location,” AirAsia Philippines CEO Ricky Isla shared.

To date, AirAsia has 65 reservists, supporting community service through the 1st Airlift Wing, earning recognition as the Best Reserve Unit nationwide by the PAF. Oftentimes, Allstar reservists were also tapped to augment government relief efforts to typhoon stricken areas in far-flung provinces. 

New Allstar PAF Reservists, including John Christopher Y. Elizon (Head of Quality Management), John Brandon C. Bunag (Cabin Crew), Katherine E. Santonia (Executive - Culture), Angelica S. Gabriel (Cabin Crew & A-Team Member), Kathelene Zenas T. Padilla, M.D. (Occupational Health Physician/Longevity Physician), Maria Estrella B. Panganiban, R.N. (Healthcare Nurse), Jessie Kid P. Tan (Head of ICT), Reginald G. Mendoza (Cabin Crew), and Frederick F. Macapagal (Asst. Manager - Operational Quality Assurance), attended the graduation ceremony at the Philippine Air Force Gym, Villamor Air Force Base, in Pasay City.

Dedicated Allstars

Throughout their journey, Allstars reservists underwent a 30-day Basic Citizen’s Military Training with eight weeks of theoretical learning coupled with three days of field training.

AirAsia Philippines Wing Commander, 1st Airlift Wing Reserve LTCOL Gomer Monreal, expressed his pride, saying, “In a testament to our commitment to national service, we proudly welcome the newest Allstar reservists now part of the esteemed PAF - Air Force Reserve Center.”

This initiative has been especially meaningful for AirAsia Allstars like ICT Head Jessie Kid Tan, the only Marksmanship Awardee among the whole class, who shared, “I’m honored to be part of this opportunity as it allows me to express my love for the country, while also developing valuable skills in leadership and teamwork. All these I apply in my line of work in AirAsia.”

Allstar Air Force Reservists also have the option to undergo Professional Military Education or PME courses should they seek promotion or active positions in the service.

AirAsia has been actively supporting uniformed personnel by providing specialized discounts and promo offering to all uniformed personnel. 

These initiatives are more than just an expression of gratitude to the selfless service of uniformed personnel. They signify the airline's commitment to honoring their dedication and love for their country.

"100 Years of the Art of Living Well' with INAX

The Japanese have long been known for their minimalistic design principles that carefully consider the harmony between people and nature. This principle is evident in the output of the Japanese creative process – from space-planning and interior designs to their furniture and fixtures – which seamlessly integrate natural light and materials to honor nature and their surrounding environment.

This is the same design philosophy that INAX has been following in manufacturing their products for a century now. As the brand which started sanitaryware production in 1945 and introduced Japan’s first advanced toilet and self-powered automatic faucet, INAX marks this milestone with the theme, 100 years of Thoughtfulness, reflecting an enduring commitment to create products that enable users to live well. 

A great example is the shower toilet designed not just to be comfortable and odor-free but is designed without a tank to leave more space around the toilet. This unique bathroom fixture, known as SATIS, was designed following a “human-centric” technology that put careful consideration on the everyday life of its users.  

Over the years, INAX has also added a complete range of bathroom products ranging from shower toilets, washbasins & mixers, and shower systems found in the S600 Line which brings about a deeper level of relaxation and tranquillity; as well as the S400 Line whose products were designed to reflect the masterful use of light and shadow in the bathroom. 

Undoubtedly, the sanitaryware and manufacturing tile brand has come a long way, going through many developments and innovations since it was founded by a family of potters 100 years ago. 

Once committed to just producing decorative tiles for the Imperial Hotel designed by renowned Architect Frank Lloyd Wright, INAX has since then expanded to ceramic plumbing fixtures and Sanitarina, the first made-in-Japan shower toilet. These products were produced with the biggest consideration of users in mind. For the Japanese, this means highlighting the significance of water in their lives as they view water as something spiritual, and at the same time, very close and familiar. 

So as INAX reaches its 100-year milestone, the leading Japanese sanitaryware brand will offer products with controls that can be used with ease by users with special needs.

While the company has certainly grown over the century, its distinguishable qualities of beauty and unparalleled craftsmanship have remained consistent, and will continue to do so for many years to come to enable everyone to live well.  

For more updates on INAX, visit www.inax.com.ph and follow @INAXPhilippines on Facebook and @inax.philippines on Instagram.

Philippine Food Quiz Night a Hit Among Filipino Youths in Spain: Celebrating Gastronomy and Traditions

Philippine Food Quiz Night – a hit among the Filipino youths in Spain who attend event on Filipino gastronomy and traditions 

A total of 6 teams participated in the Philippine Food Quiz Night held at Kaboodle restaurant in Madridn

In celebration of the National Food month, the Philippine Embassy conducted a Philippine Food Quiz Night which proved to be a hit among the Filipino youths. Several teams joined the event to test their knowledge on Filipino gastronomy and traditions on 26 April 2024 using online Kahoot app and Jeopardy games. 

A total of 6 vying teams: Pinoy Ako team, Kare-Kare Four, Sini-gang, Team Namit, BBQ-ties and The Mighty Runners joined the fun event with lots of laughter and joyful spirit of camaraderie at Kaboodle Madrid restaurant (Calle Garellano, 11, Madrid) where everyone, despite their competitiveness, ended the program with such high emotions of happiness and are looking forward to another round of the quiz night very soon.

 A variety of sumptuous Filipino dishes were served after to the delight of the participants.

Consul General Mark Francis Hamoy, Quiz Master of the Philippine food quiz night, poses with the winning team Pinoy Ako.

“Namit guid! (really yummy!)” as one of the members of Team Namit shows the Italian sign for delicious food

This group of runners also joined the fun food trivia event

Two former auxiliares language assistants, who helped create the virtual Jose Rizal Walking Tour video, brought along their Spanish boyfriends as participants to the game, which won them second prize

The Pinoy Ako team won first prize. This cheerful group composed of Dulce, Shan, Jeona and Gio, has been very proactive in supporting many Embassy activities. Fourth from right is Richard Advincula, Filipino participant to the top Spanish culinary competition program “MasterChef España”, now works in a top restaurant for one of the program´s show host.

Team Namit is composed of participants from Iloilo