Score Big Discounts: realme Offers Up to 58% Off This 9.9 Sale

realme makes smartphone upgrades more affordable this 9.9 sale

realme is set to make the 9.9 shopping season even more exciting with massive discounts of up

to 58% off on select smartphones, available exclusively via the official realme Shopee Store and

TikTok Shop.

Fans can score big savings on some of the brand’s best-selling devices, including the realme

C71, realme C75, realme Note 70, and the realme 9 Pro+ 5G.

Starting with the realme Note Series, the realme Note 70 is built for all-day endurance with a

massive 6300mAh battery, a smooth 90Hz display, and added durability for everyday use.

Designed to withstand everyday mishaps like drops or splashes, it’s a practical yet affordable choice for students and busy individuals – now available for only P4,184 on Shopee (from P4,399)

Moving to the C Series, the realme C71 [4GB+64GB] raises the bar for entry-level smartphones with its 6300mAh battery paired with 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging, a 50MP AI Camera, and durability features like shock and water resistance. It’s slim, stylish, and affordable – and during the sale, it drops to just P4,283 on Shopee (from P5,499).

For those who need more storage, the realme C71 [6GB+128GB] is also up for grabs at only

P4,913 (from P6,499).

Meanwhile, the realme C75 [8GB+256GB] is perfect for worry-free durability, complete with

water and dust protection. It packs a 6000mAh battery with fast charging for dependable

performance every day. This reliable all-rounder is now priced at just P8,468 on Shopee (from

P10,999).

To top it off, the realme 9 Pro+ 5G delivers a flagship-level photography experience at a more

accessible price. With advanced imaging features that make low-light shots clearer and more

vibrant, paired with smooth everyday performance, it’s an ideal choice for fans who love

capturing and sharing moments anytime. 

The Squad can snag the realme 9 Pro+ 5G for only

P9,990 on TikTok Shop, a 58% discount from its original price of P23,990.

Fans can catch the exclusive 9.9 deals on realme’s official Shopee store and TikTok Shop this

September 9, with more exciting discounts and promos happening all month long. 

From dependable entry-level options to feature-packed premium picks, realme makes sure there’s a smartphone that fits every lifestyle and budget.

To stay updated on realme sales and future promos, visit realme’s official website and

Facebook page.

Cheers to 135 Years: San Miguel Beer Rocks Okada with Oktoberfest Opener

 There is no party like a San Miguel Oktoberfest party. The most-anticipated alcoholic beer beverage event in the calendar is set kick off with a rock fest at Okada Manila. As San Miguel Beer celebrates its 135th year of serving great beers around the world, San Miguel Brewery Inc. (SMB) is bringing back the fiesta vibe that made the event an iconic spectacle.

From pulse-pounding music from a powerhouse lineup of top local acts to a feast of bar chow perfectly paired with your San Miguel Beer of choice, the two-day San Miguel Oktoberfest party from September 20 to 21, 2025 is set to offer an immersive experience along Okada Manila’s stunning Crystal Pavilion.

 

Meeting the 135th year milestone with glitz and glam, SMB will light up the famed integrated resort’s signature winding walkway with San Miguel’s award-winning and truly global beer. San Miguel Oktoberfest guests will be treated to complimentary beer samplers curated from San Miguel Beer’s global portfolio of brews. Revelers will also get to be the first to taste exciting new brews from San Miguel Beer with culinary creations from Cibo, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse, and Las Flores among others, Pop-up restaurants will bel set up at the venue to best pair with San Miguel’s range of brews that are guaranteed to catch any beer-drinker’s taste.

The San Miguel Oktoberfest party pops off as SMB brings on stage some of the country’s top acts including Rico Blanco, Lola Amour, December Avenue, Arthur Nery, Brownman Revival, The Dawn, Autotelic, The Juans, Over October, The Cohens, Paprika, DWTA, Carousel Casualties, It All Started in May, Magiliw Street – andmore!

 

Bringing more good vibes to the San Miguel Oktoberfestparty are the recently crowned PBA All-Filipino Cup Champions, the San Miguel Beermen, who will eagerly shoot hoops with Oktoberfest party goers. Billiardslegends Efren “Bata” Reyes and Francisco “Django” Bustamante will also be present to play an exhibition match and challenge revelers who dare to showcase their pool skills the table. 

 

San Miguel Oktoberfest party-goers can also take a piece of this remarkable event with plenty of limited-edition San Miguel merchandise to take home turning every item into a badge of Oktoberfest pride. It is not just a night of celebration; it is a memory-making spree where every sip and souvenir capture the spirit of San Miguel Beer. 

 

San Miguel Oktoberfest remains to be the largest fiesta in the country recognized by the Department of Tourism since 2005. Get your tickets now for the San Miguel Oktoberfest at Okada Manila on September 20 and 21, 2025 at Ticket2Me.net.

 

For the complete schedule of events, latest promos, andupdates, like and follow San Miguel Oktoberfest on Facebook (www.facebook.com/SanMiguelOktoberfest). 

 

Mister Loo Opens Flagship Luxury Toilet at SM Mall of Asia

Stepping up the mall experience, Mister Loo has officially opened its first-ever premium in-mall facility in the Philippines at SM Mall of Asia. Known as Southeast Asia’s leader in luxury public restrooms, Mister Loo brings wellness-forward amenities, world-class hygiene, and a touch of sophistication to one of the country’s busiest shopping destinations. 

The launch, graced by representatives from the Department of Tourism, the Swiss Embassy, SwissCham, SM MOA, and TOTO, marks a new era in how Filipinos experience comfort and convenience in public spaces—turning a quick bathroom break into a truly elevated moment. 

Mister Loo, Southeast Asia’s leading provider of premium public restrooms, has opened its flagship location inside the iconic SM Mall of Asia (MOA)—t

 

More Than Hygiene: A Lifestyle Destination

Purpose-built to go beyond traditional expectations, the SM Mall of Asia facility integrates wellness, convenience, and design in one space:

 

• TOTO washlets for a clean, comfortable, and design-forward restroom experience

• Hydration stations offering complimentary drinking water

• Nursery room fully equipped with stroller parking for parents and young children

• Beauty & make-up corners designed for personal care and grooming

• Chill-out sections providing relaxing lounge areas with a welcoming ambience

• Premium services tailored to modern customer expectations

 

“Opening our flagship at SM Mall of Asia is a pivotal moment for Mister Loo and for how we think about public sanitation in high-traffic venues,” said Andreas Wanner, Founder & CEO of Mister Loo. “We’re inspired by the early response: strong customer feedback confirms that combining comfort, well-being, and thoughtful services reshapes expectations of what a public restroom can be. We’ll keep innovating—adding technology, refining services, and bringing premium restroom and wellness experiences to more people across Southeast Asia.”

A Milestone Backed by Strong Partnerships

The grand opening was graced by representatives from the Department of Tourism, the Embassy of Switzerland, the Swiss Chamber of Commerce, SM Mall of Asia, and trusted supplier TOTO—a show of support that reflects the importance of raising sanitation standards through public–private collaboration and world-class partners.

 

Advancing a Regional Vision

The SM Mall of Asia flagship is a key step in Mister Loo’s development strategy for the Philippines and Southeast Asia. By coupling rigorous hygiene protocols with wellness-focused amenities and durable operations, Mister Loo aims to position premium restrooms as essential lifestyle destinations in malls, markets, transport hubs, and other high-traffic environments.

 

Alicia Silverstone Heats Up the Screen in Sexy Thriller Pretty Thing

 Every love story has risks — but some are more dangerous than others. In Pretty Thing, Alicia Silverstonesteps into a role that twists desire into something deadly. Coming soon to Lionsgate Play, the film is a slow-burn erotic thriller that shows how quickly passion can spiral into obsession.

Silverstone plays Sophie, a high-level pharmaceutical executive who has built her life on discipline and control. Her marriage is muted, her work consumes her time, and she rarely lets people in. When she begins an affair with Elliot (Karl Glusman), a younger man who seems eager to please, it feels like a decision she can manage. 

But what starts as an indulgence soon unravels into something darker, and her lover’s fascination morphs into a dangerous obsession. Soon, Sophie finds herself fighting to reclaim her life, her freedom, and her very sense of control.

Written by Jack Donnelly and directed by Justin Kelly, Pretty Thing doesn’t lean on explosive twists or genre clichés. Instead, it builds an atmosphere that keeps viewers on edge, slowly tightening its grip until every glance and gesture feels like a threat.

For Silverstone, the film also marks a full-circle moment. Her very first movie, The Crush (1993), also told a story of obsession, but with the roles reversed. Back then, she played the teenage stalker; in Pretty Thing, she is the one being stalked. The contrast highlights both how far she’s come and the new weight she brings to this kind of story.

On returning to the stalker thriller genre, Alicia Silverstone told UPI, “It's fun to revisit it. They're both in some kind of addictive game. She wants this to stop and he wants it to keep going. They're both equally determined… It's an erotic thriller and it starts like a romance. You think, 'Oh, this is like this really beautiful, romantic story' and then it takes a turn. I love that about it."

Experience the tension, the passion, and the danger when Pretty Thing starts streaming exclusively on Lionsgate Play on September 5 via PLDT Home, Smart and Cignal.

Building a Greener Future: LG Introduces Eco-Conscious Manufacturing for 4-Way System AC

 Serious About Sustainability, Company Introduces New Material and Production Process to Minimize Environmental Impact

LG Electronics (LG) is reducing plastic consumption and carbon emissions by adopting a new material and manufacturing process for its commercial 4-way system air conditioners. Aligned with the company’s Better Life for All ESG vision, these latest efforts demonstrate an unwavering commitment to minimizing environmental impacts.

TÜV Rheinland, a global testing and certification organization, recently confirmed that LG’s newly instituted production process has lowered carbon emissions from the manufacturing of its 4-way system air conditioners to 14.85 kilograms of CO₂ equivalents* per unit. Along with the shift in manufacturing method, the primary driver of this reduction is the introduction of a new material used for the air conditioners’ exterior panels.

Moving away from conventional plastic manufacturing techniques, LG employs a foaming injection molding process whereby nitrogen gas is injected into the mold to create bubbles within the material. This innovative approach reduces plastic use by approximately 900 grams per unit. Additionally, LG has replaced the use of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) with Polypropylene (PP), which has a lower carbon footprint.

These improvements are expected to cut plastic consumption by roughly 270 tons annually and CO₂ equivalent carbon emissions by over 4,400 tons each year – a reduction comparable to the carbon absorbed in one year by a 30-year-old pine forest covering more than 580 soccer fields.

LG began applying its foaming injection molding method to 4-way system air conditioners in June and plans to gradually expand it to other residential and commercial models.

In pursuit of carbon neutrality, LG aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 54.6 percent by 2030 compared to 2017 levels, as outlined in its Sustainability Report. To reach this target, the company is integrating high-efficiency equipment into its manufacturing processes and adopting renewable energy sources to produce high-efficiency appliances leveraging its proprietary Core Tech.

“The new material and manufacturing process we’ve introduced for our 4-way system air conditioner underscores our efforts to minimizing environmental impacts,” said Bae Cheung-hyun, head of the System Air Conditioners Business at the LG ES Company. “LG will continue to leverage innovative technologies to develop eco-conscious air conditioners for a healthier planet.”

Life isn’t just about having the latest technology—it’s about the meaningful experiences it creates and the impact it brings to our everyday lives. Discover more at www.lg.com/ph and stay connected by following LG Philippines (@lgphilippines) on https://www.linkedin.com/company/lg-electronics-philippines-inc/, www.facebook.com/LGPhilippines/, www.instagram.com/lgphilippines/ and www.tiktok.com/@lgphilippines.  

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Secure the Future: Why Filipinos Must Talk About Inheritance Today

 In many Filipino households, love is expressed through quiet sacrifice:  years of hard work, remittances sent from abroad, businesses sustained across generations, and a home built brick by brick. These are more than financial assets; they are symbols of dedication and legacy.

But what happens when the one holding the reins is no longer around?   

That’s the hard truth behind estate planning. It’s not about wealth for wealth’s sake. It’s the key to ensure that everything you worked for continues to benefit future generations, without confusion, conflict, or unnecessary loss. To put it more simply, it’s a way to protect the people you love long after you’re gone.               

Estate Planning Is Not Just for the Wealthy

While often seen as a topic reserved for the ultra-wealthy, estate planning should be a conversation for every Filipino. If you own a home, run a small business, or simply want to secure your children’s future, you already have that inheritance worth protecting and passing on.

Planning ahead ensures that your assets, no matter the size, are transferred smoothly to your heirs. It prevents delays in accessing funds, avoids unnecessary taxes, and keeps family relationships intact. More importantly, it gives you peace of mind knowing that your loved ones won’t be burdened by legal complications or financial uncertainty when you’re no longer there.

A Powerful Tool for Estate Planning   
One of the most overlooked yet effective tools in estate planning is insurance. It provides immediate financial support to your beneficiaries, helping them cover expenses like estate taxes, legal fees, or even replacing lost income.            

One insurance product that can offer these benefits is Asset Master from AXA Philippines, a single-pay insurance and investment plan designed to support both wealth preservation and smooth inheritance. It provides life insurance coverage of at least 125% of your one-time premium payment or equivalent to your account value, whichever is higher, giving your heirs a financial cushion during a time of transition. It can also be topped up as your wealth grows, ensuring your protection keeps pace with your lifestyle.  

In simple terms, this kind of plan allows you to pass on your legacy — not your liabilities.

The True Value of Planning Ahead

Inheritance isn’t just about what you leave behind. It’s also about how you leave it. Beyond money or property, it’s also important to ensure passing on your values and vision with care. 

Filipino cultural values like utang na loob (debt of gratitude), bayanihan (community spirit), and pamana(inheritance) are rooted in love and a deep desire to care for the next generation. With the right guidance from financial advisors to well-structured insurance products, these values can be translated into practical plans that protect and empower.

Start Your Legacy Today        
Estate planning isn’t about expecting the worst—it’s about being prepared. Whether your goal is to safeguard your property, protect your family business, or simply ensure your children have financial stability, now is the time to act. 

With expert advisors and flexible solutions like Asset Master, you can take control of your legacy with clarity and confidence.       

Because when it comes to your family’s future, don’t leave it to chance. Know you can protect what matters with love, with intention, and with a plan.   

Learn more about how AXA Philippines can help secure your legacy here.