Begin your holiday shopping at Shopee’s Sep 30 Payday Sale and keep these other tips from Jose Mari Chan

As we settle into the -ber months, it’s time to start thinking of your Christmas list. If you’re at a loss as to how to spread joy to your loved ones during the holidays amidst a pandemic, who better to ask for advice than one of the Philippines’ Christmas icons, Jose Mari Chan? 

 

The musician, who has been Shopee’s Christmas ambassador since 2018, shares that the important thing is to imbue the true spirit of Christmas. “This pandemic may have completely changed our shopping habits, but one thing remains the same—every chance you get to show kindness, do so. Whatever you give doesn't have to be a big amount.”

 

Begin your holiday shopping at Shopee’s Sep 30 Payday Sale and keep these other tips from Jose Mari Chan in mind: 

 

1. Take advantage of the convenience and accessibility of online shopping

 

Like plenty of Filipinos, Jose Mari Chan prefers to shop online these days, from gifts to basic necessities and healthcare products. “Instead of taking public transport or driving to a store, you can purchase from Shopee while staying at home.” Aside from enjoying the safety and convenience, he adds that users get to help out other Filipinos. “You're doing not only yourself a favor. You also continue to support small businesses, manufacturers, and delivery services.” 

 

2. Always check for free shipping and other promos to make shopping more worthwhile

 

Jose Mari Chan reminds users to keep an eye out for vouchers, especially during Shopee’s big sales. At the upcoming Sep 30 Payday Sale, for instance, users can enjoy free shipping with no minimum spend, 30% bills cashback, and 30% off vouchers. Stack vouchers for bigger discounts. Jose Mari Chan says, “What more can you ask for? I assure you, when you purchase on Shopee, you will always be able to get the best deal.” 

 

3. Go cashless for safe and convenient transactions

 

Start opting for contactless payment methods for safe and convenient payments. Use ShopeePay, Shopee’s all-in-one e-wallet, to Buy Load, Pay Bills & Scan to Pay. At Shopee’s Sep 30 Payday Sale, enjoy ShopeePay-exclusive promos such as up to 50% off on mobile load; 30% bills cashback from Meralco, Maynilad, PLDT, and over 60 other billers; and ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Potato Corner, Seaoil, and more.

 

For account security, Jose Mari Chan adds, “Change your ShopeePay PIN regularly and do not share it with anyone to prevent unauthorized purchases.”

 

4. It's better to plan ahead and organize your Christmas list early on

 

Jose Mari Chan shares that he and his wife are early birds when it comes to holiday shopping. He advises users to follow this principle and plan ahead. “List down some important people whom you want to cheer up, then browse online to see what items you can give. Do it early. If you leave it up to the last minute, you might make some impulse purchases or even overspend,” he says. 

 

5. Put more heart into picking gifts to make it more meaningful 

 

Feeling stumped about gift ideas? Here’s a piece of advice from Jose Mari Chan: try to come up with gifts that hold meaning for the recipient. “For the past years, my wife and I have been giving each other a common gift that we’d both agree on prior, such as items we need for the home. I would also ask special friends if they have a favorite charity, and I would donate in their name as a gift.” 

 

The musician concludes that as he gets older, he derives more pleasure from giving than receiving. “When you receive, it's just a moment's pleasure. When you give, it lasts longer. When you give out of kindness, love, charity, and generosity, the impact will last for many years.”

 

Get gift ideas at Shopee’s Sep 30 Payday Sale: https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale. 

 

Enjoy the Christmas festivities with Jose Mari Chan and watch his latest Shopee video via Facebook at https://shp.ee/5kkbwhh or YouTube at https://shp.ee/vtk84wr. 

 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

 

COMELEC had announced the voter registration is now extended from October 11 to 30,8am to 5pm from Mondays to Fridays

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) had announced today the voter registration is now extended from October 11 to 30,8am to 5pm from Mondays to Fridays (except for the last day, Oct. 30)  from the initial deadline of September 30 allowing more time for eligible Filipino voters to register for the 2022 national elections. Overseas voter registration is also extended for another 2 weeks, from October 1-14.

 

Vote Pilipinas, the official voter registration information campaign of COMELEC, held the last stretch of its townhall series, #MagparehistroKa Grand Townhall a few days before the COMELEC’s announcement of extension for voter registration.  Streamed across various online platforms, the event gathered COMELEC officials, youth representatives and partner organizations to participate in an online forum and roundtable discussion to encourage more Filipinos eligible to vote to register for the upcoming 2022 national elections.

“As early as June, we already reached our initial target of registering 4 million new and reactivated voters. We now stand at almost 63 million registered voters for 2022. We want to thank Vote Pilipinas for playing a vital role in being the partner of the commission in campaigning for more people to register“ said Director James Jimenez from the Education and Information Department of COMELEC in a keynote speech. 

Several partner organizations also participated in the forum delivering each of their insights during the discussion. “Kailangan nating maibahagi sa ating mga kabataan na the right to vote is a right of passage for everyone. We want to raise a new generation of voters,na kikilatisin ang bawat boto at hindi magpapabili ng boto” said TOWNS Foundation Chair, Ces Orena Drilon. 

 

“Ito ang panahon kung saan tayo ay lahat pantay-pantay, to have a choice to choose their leaders. Kailangan lahat ng sectors ng society, kailangan mag participate, kailangan bumoto” said Ron Astillas, Chair of the LGBT Chamber of Commerce. “Grab the Vote is all about action, we’ve been trying to find ways to create awareness and education through our app and at the same time offering safe mobility  solutions for Filipinos who need to go to registration sites and express their civic duties” added Crisostomo Alcaraz Deputy Country Marketing Head of Grab. 

 

“We want to thank our campaign partners, who enabled us to push and share information on voter registration to every Filipino. With the extension, we hope to still encourage more Filipinos and it is never too late to register as we draw closer to the new deadline” says Ces Rondario, Impact Hub Manila’s co-founder and head of Vote Pilipinas.

 

Lastly, Vote Pilipinas encourage everyone to participate in the Magparehistro Ka! Challenge a social media campaign set to incentivize newly registered voters who are encouraged to post their selfies and captions detailing why it’s important for them to register to vote.

 

To participate in this challenge, newly registered voters simply need to post a photo of themselves on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, answering the question in their caption: “Bakit mahalagang magparehistro?” Participants must follow @votepilipinas, use the hashtags #MagpaRehistroKa, #VotePilipinas, #RegisteredtoVote, and #LiveSmartVoteSmart and send a photo of their registration stubs and proof of entries to the Vote Pilipinas account. To learn more, visit Vote Pilipinas on Facebook. 

Amaia Land is expanding its Amaia Scapes Bulacan project

For those looking out for a new home, you may consider Amaia Land. It is now expanding its Amaia Scapes Bulacan project, a 20.4-hectare development located along Sta. Maria-Pandi Road in Barangay Manggahan and Sta. Cruz, Bulacan. 

While millions of Filipinos long to return to their prepandemic lives, transitioning to normalcy continues to be an elusive prospect, especially with the more transmissible Delta variant causing a surge of new cases in the country.

Still, despite the uncertainties this engenders, trusted real estate brand Amaia Land remains constant in its goal to upgrade the lives and lifestyles of Filipinos with affordable high-quality housing all over the country. 

For one, Amaia Land is expanding its Amaia Scapes Bulacan project, a 20.4-hectare development located along Sta. Maria-Pandi Road in Barangay Manggahan and Sta. Cruz, Bulacan. The development currently comprises four sectors but an ongoing expansion, set to last until 2023, will make more Amaia Scapes dwellings available to a vast market of aspiring homeowners who want to escape from the congested metropolis and settle down in healthier environs like Bulacan.

Bulacan province, home to twenty-one municipalities and three component cities, has the fastest growing economy in Central Luzon. Considered the Gateway of the North because it is the first province that greets travelers on the North Luzon Expressway or NLEX, Bulacan also stands to benefit from the government’s infrastructure projects. Imagine reduced travel time between the province and Metro Manila, on one hand, and outlying provinces like Pampanga, on the other.

As an idyllic housing project, Amaia Scapes Bulacan features tastefully designed house and lot units that Filipino families would thrive in. Potential buyers should check out its newest house model, Single Home 80—a spaciously laid-out 3-bedroom unit with an average floor area of 80 sqms and lot area of 100 sqms.

These cozy and comfortable abodes enhance Amaia Scapes Bulacan’s status as a sleek and modern residential community that offers a safe and secure neighborhood; first-rate amenities such as a swimming pool, a basketball court, a village pavilion, and a play area; and a ‘walkable’ green environment made lush by trees and pleasant landscaping.

Such features encourage residents and families to lead active and holistic lifestyles as they await the ‘new normal’ and the resumption of a wholesome social life and prosperous economy.

Altogether, the expansion of Amaia Scapes Bulacan can only mean more options for more working class Filipinos at affordable and competitive prices. 

For inquiries about Amaia, visit https://www.amaialand.com or contact our Amaia real estate sales person. 

 

The realme GT Master Edition offers a premium all-around experience at an accessible price range

Coming off the successful launch of its latest innovations on September 23, realme, the country’s no. 1 smartphone brand as of Q2 2021, is set to indulge the Squad yet again with another wave of deals and promos this September 30. 

Dubbed as the real flagship disruptor, the realme GT Master Edition offers a premium all-around experience at an accessible price range. It comes in two stunning colors: the Voyager Grey, which sports the industry’s first vegan leather concave design inspired by the concept of travel and exploration by famed industrial designer Naoto Fukasawa; and the Daybreak Blue which takes inspiration from the colors of dawn with a reflective back panel. It also comes packed with a Snapdragon 778G 5G processor, 120Hz Super AMOLED display, 65W SuperDart Charge, and 64MP Primary Camera, among many other features. 

The realme GT Master Edition was a tremendous success among realme fans, having sold out on Lazada just a day after its reveal. This is why realme is set to offer another round of amazing deals as part of Lazada’s Sulit Sweldo Sale on September 30. During the sale, the smartphone will be available at P1,500 OFF (P17,490) for the 8+128GB variant, and P2,000 OFF (P19,990) for the 8+256GB variant. 

On the other hand, the realme Book is the brand’s first-ever laptop as it aims to disrupt the laptop segment.  It offers a premium yet powerful experience ideal for multi-faceted millennials, young professionals, and students looking to support their passions with innovative technology. 

It comes packed with impressive specs housed in a slim and lightweight package with premium aluminum alloy design that comes in two colors: Real Silver and Real Blue. It boasts a  14” screen with a high-resolution 2K Full-Vision Display, the 11^th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor in i3 and i5 variants, 54Wh large battery with 65W Super-Fast Charge technology, and Stereo Sound by DTS (Powerful Bass Sound by HARMAN).

On September 30, the realme Book will be available at P8,000 OFF for the i3 variant (P29,990) and P6,000 OFF for the i5 variant (P41,990) via the realme Official Store on Lazada.

Aside from the realme GT Master Edition and the realme Book, the realme Squad can also look forward to exciting deals of up to 50% OFF on other tech must-haves. Products and their flash sale prices include the realme Buds Air 2 (P1,790), the realme Watch (P1,690), the realme TechLife Air Purifier (P4,490), and the realme Smart TV 32” (P8,490) among many others.

 Get holiday deals of up to 50% OFF on Shopee’s Payday Sale this September 30

Get your shopping carts ready! realme is also offering deals of up to 50% OFF on its well-loved smartphones and TechLife products in time for your early holiday shopping during the Shopee Payday Sale, this September 30.

During the sale, the realme 8 5G (4+128GB) will be available for only P10,790. With industry-leading connectivity, impressive speed and performance, and no-compromise functionality, the realme 8 5G elevates the 5G experience within the category. Meanwhile, realme’s best-selling C-series products: the realme C21Y and the realme C25s will be offered for only P6,190 and P8,290 respectively. 

Those looking to upgrade their tech arsenal to support a full-circle digital lifestyle are also in for a treat with realme’s discounts on TechLife devices. These include the realme Buds Air 2 (P1,990), the realme Buds Q2 (P890), and the realme Watch 2 (P1,990), among many others.

Don’t miss out on these incredible holiday offers and more this September 30, on the realme Official Store on Shopee. 

If there’s anything you want or need from a powerful notebook laptop, the Huawei MateBook D 15 2021 has it and more!

Having a computer you can carry anywhere and not lose an ounce of productivity is one of technology’s modern miracles. So much so that young professionals and students have found notebook laptops pretty much mandatory equipment for work and/or studies. This necessity swelled the laptop market to new heights, with tech brand Huawei leading the charge with their innovative take on these productivity machines.

 

The HUAWEI MateBook D 15 i3 and i5 exemplify the high-performing, all-rounder laptop, featuring a combination of sleek design, powerful internals, and smart connectivity options. Read on to find out how the MateBook D15 checks all the must-have boxes in a modern notebook laptop.

Design: Ultra-slim and stylish exterior

Huawei devices are known for being unusually fashionable pieces of tech that combine sleek lines, premium materials, and ergonomic construction like no other. That brand-defining design DNA is present in the MateBook D 15 2021, which offers remarkable portability complemented by its metallic body’s streamlined aesthetic. 

It only weighs 1.56kg with a total thickness of 16.9mm when closed. There are also a lot of ports for the user’s convenience, two USB 2.0, USB-C, USB 3.0, HDMI and even an audio jack. These are all strategically placed on both sides of the unit. 

 

Display: FullView excellence

Opening up the MateBook D 15 is like discovering a window to a new world: vibrant and breathtaking. The 15.6” FullView Display with ultra-slim bezels at only 5.3mm, has a 16:9 aspect ratio with Full 1080p HD resolution that packs extraordinary amounts of detail and clarity. What’s more, the screen-to-body ratio is at 87%, offering immersion unlike any other. So whether you’re working on presentations, homework, or just chilling with your favorite flick, the FullView experience is unparalleled.

 

Find yourself on extended eye-time in front of the laptop? No worries there, as the MateBook D 15 display is TUV Rheinland-certified for Flicker Free and Reduced Blue Light, minimizing eye fatigue even during prolonged viewing.

 

Power in Performance

The HUAWEI MateBook D 15 2021 features a 10th Generation Intel® Core™ i3 processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD storage. This processor is paired with the integrated graphics card Intel® UHD Graphics 620. With these two combined, the PC delivers great power that enables users to increase productivity and efficiency. The 8GB RAM works well also with the overall performance of the MateBook D 15, most especially for school tasks like writing papers, creating presentations, and basic editing of projects or content on social media. 

 

This laptop is powered by a 42 Wh battery and charges through a 65W USB-C charger. It is designed in a light and compact way which users can easily slip in their pockets, or pack it with other school stuff without occupying too much space. Another plus is that this USB-C power charger can also work as a charger for Huawei smartphones, making it versatile most especially for all-Huawei users.   

 

Security Feature: Touch Login

Passwords can be a pain to keep track of, especially when you’re juggling multiple security codes for email, social media, banking apps, etc. The MateBook D 15 provides a welcome relief from remembering yet another password by combining the power-on and login functions in one button. Yes, there is a smartphone-esque convenience now available on a notebook, and the satisfaction of just pressing one button to wake up and log in is an awesome first for a Windows laptop.

Extra Functions: Multi-screen Collaboration 

One of the more standout features of Huawei devices is the ability to continuously work on tasks from one screen to another. The MateBook D 15 enables seamless data transfer from Huawei smartphones via Huawei Share, a wireless NFC application that opens up possibilities for cross-device functionality. You can even use multiple mobile apps on the MateBook D 15 side-by-side without hitch, drag/drop/edit files back and forth, and even take calls with the laptop. You’ll pretty much forget you have multiple devices running.

 

Conclusion 

The HUAWEI MateBook D 15 2021 has all the hallmarks of a game-changing productivity machine, offering a whole lot of cutting-edge tech in a sleek and elegant package. If there’s anything you want or need from a powerful notebook laptop, the MateBook D 15 2021 has it and more. 

 

 

Visit any of Huawei Experience Stores or flagship stores online to get your HUAWEI MateBook D 15 2021 i5, MateBook D 15 2021 i3 and many more. For further details, please see below: 

 

●      HUAWEI MateBook D 15 2021 i3 (10th Gen, 8GB RAM, 256GB) at P31,999 with free HUAWEI Wifi AX3 worth P1,599 and Moon Night Lamp worth P999

○      Huawei Online Store

○      Lazada

○      Shopee

●      HUAWEI MateBook D 15 2021 i5 (10th Gen, 8GB RAM, 512GB) at P39,999 with free HUAWEI Wifi AX3 worth P1,599

○      Huawei Online Store

○      Lazada

○      Shopee

●      HUAWEI MateBook D 15 2021 i5 (11th Gen, 8GB RAM, 512GB) at P46,999 with free HUAWEI Wifi AX3 worth P1,599

○      Huawei Online Store 

○      Lazada

○      Shopee 

 

Learn more about the back-to-school promo by visiting https://consumer.huawei.com/ph/laptops/

 

Shopee introduces its newest brand ambassador, Kim Chiu, alongside the launch of the 10.10 Brands Festival

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, introduces its newest brand ambassador, Kim Chiu, alongside the launch of the 10.10 Brands Festival, its biggest brands sale of the year. The famous actress, dubbed the Princess of Philippine Movies and TV, will feature in Shopee’s new TV commercial and many exciting in-app activities. 

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Shopee Philippines is happy to welcome one of the country's top entertainers into the Shopee family, Kim Chiu. Kim's bubbly, charming personality and love for online shopping both resonate with millions of Filipinos who find joy and excitement on Shopee. This 10.10 Brands Festival, we hope to bring the best brand deals and so much more with our valued and trusted brand partners.”

 

Users can look forward to these from Shopee brand ambassador Kim Chiu:

 

●      Kim Chiu’s new Shopee TV commercial: Kim Chiu gives the viral “Proof of Delivery” trend her own spin. Fans can look out for the TV commercial on local TV networks and on Shopee’s official Facebook and YouTube accounts.

●      Kim Chiu for Shopee Prizes: Users can find Kim Chiu on in-app games such as Spin & Win and Guess It Right, which they can play to win rewards such as coins and vouchers. 

●      Mini-games and contests with Kim Chiu: This October, users can join the #10BrandFaves contest featuring Kim Chiu for a chance to win 1,000 Shopee coins.

 

Fans can look forward to more Kim Chiu content such as behind-the-scenes videos on Shopee’s official YouTube and TikTok channels, and Kim Chiu-themed Instagram stickers. Users can also interact with the actress herself during her Twitter takeover on Shopee's official Twitter account this October 9.

 

Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival

 

Until October 10, shoppers can enjoy free shipping with no minimum spend, big brand giveaways, and up to ₱1,000 off brand vouchers at Shopee’s 10.10 Brands Festival. 

 

Lucky shoppers can win ₱430,000 worth of prizes, such as vouchers, bundles, newly launched items, and even a lifetime supply of products, from over 30 participating brands. 

Leading up to 10.10, shoppers can also look forward to Nestle, Deerma, GoMO!, Lactum, Colgate Palmolive, Shigetsu, P&G Beauty, Garnier, and Belo Brand Days on Shopee Mall, where they can get discounts up to 80% off, branded items as low as ₱179, and a free gift with every purchase.

Starting October 1, shoppers can check out different themed sales on Shopee including the Groceries Fair on October 1, Fashion Fair on October 2-3, Mom & Baby Fair on October 4, Work From Home Fair on October 5, Gadgets and Gizmo Fair on October 6-7, and Beauty and Wellness Fair on October 8-9.

At the 10.10 Brands Festival, shoppers can use ShopeePay to buy load, pay bills, and scan to pay. They can activate their ShopeePay wallet and top up through online banking, debit card, and over-the-counter partners to get up to 50% discount on load from Globe, Smart, Sun, and TNT; 50% cashback from Maynilad, PLDT, and a growing list of partner billers; and ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Ultramega Supermarket, Potato Corner, and other partner merchants.

 For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/.

 Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.