realme’’s Periscope Breakthrough : Unlocking the Art of Masterful Portraiture

The launch of the realme 12 Pro+ 5G marked a significant milestone in realme's flagship photography journey. The latest smartphone carries a cutting-edge periscope telephoto technology that packs both a dedicated telephoto lens and a flagship-level sensor in one smartphone device.

This leap in camera technology from its predecessor was strongly driven by the needs of realme’s fans and community. Through this innovation, realme has made advanced photography more accessible for fans to explore and capture movie-like shots beyond the horizon.

The realme 12 Pro+ 5G guarantees helpful features for a true Portrait Expert to push the boundaries of portrait photography.

MasterShot Algorithm developed in collaboration with Qualcomm. This partnership introduces a RAW domain algorithm with a high level of imaging capabilities. It ensures lossless data integrity, accurate lighting, and detailed shadows with great clarity and dynamic range. This is possible through the use of the Qualcomm Snapdragon® 7s Gen 2 which offers flagship level performance and power efficiency, as well as the capacity to handle the high quality cameras placed on the realme12 Pro+ 5G. 

Cinematic Portraits in Collaboration with Oscar-Winning Cinematographer. Its Cinematic BokehAlgorithm can blur backgrounds, and make subjects look more dynamic and prevalent in the shot. This brings life and transforms portraits by showcasing natural, refined bokeh with a shallow depth of field and added emotion to every image. The cinematic portrait mode on the realme12 Pro+ 5G has a cropped focal length equivalent to 80mm that helps bring subjects to the foreground, highlighting their facial structures and allowing for a more true-to-life  portrait instead of a loosely captured close up.

realme worked with Claudio Miranda, an Oscar-winning cinematographer, to customize Master Camera Filters that are exclusively available to the realme 12 Series 5G. These camera filters are inspired by movies Life of Pi (Journey), Top Gun: Maverick (Maverick), and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (Memory).

Taking Mobile Photography To A Different Level With A Periscope Telephoto Lens. As a feature that’s usually only seen on more expensive models due to high costs and technical complexity, realme found a way to offer a periscope telephoto lens in a midrange device through the realme 12 Pro+ 5G. This is through the use of an OV64B Omnivision sensor with a 1/2" sensor size having a 64MP resolution - currently one of the highest among smartphones that use a dedicated telephoto lens. This ensures crisp, detailed images with noise control even in low light or zoomed in shots. 

The realme 12 Pro+ 5G comes in two colorways: Submarine Blue and Navigator Beige, retailing at P25,999. It is available in realme’s official offline stores and e-commerce platforms Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

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AirAsia Philippines Boosts Operations and Customer Support, Prioritizing Safety for Holy Week Travel Rush

AirAsia Senior Cabin Crew Anna Carmila Doctor extinguishes a power bank which caught fire during a fire drill simulation inside AirAsia Philippines aircraft.  MIn anticipation of the travel surge during Holy Week, AirAsia Philippines is gearing up to welcome an estimated 100,000 guests traveling to destinations outside Metro Manila. As excitement builds for this cultural celebration, the airline is reinforcing its commitment to safety and preparedness through its #AlwaysREADY ngayong Semana Santa campaign.

AirAsia has a robust set of guidelines for guests to prevent incidents involving unauthorized electronic devices. Having “Safety #1” as one of its core values, the airline demonstrated its expertise in handling these types of inflight emergencies through a fire drill. 

During the fire drill scenario, AirAsia Cabin Crew put out the fire from a power bank explosion by using a fire extinguisher. They then placed it inside a fire containment bag, doused it with water and secured it in the aft lavatory.

The world’s best low cost airline conducts fire drill training among its flight crew every year to ensure their competency and preparedness.

AirAsia Philippines CEO Ricky Isla said, “We pride ourselves on our highly competent crew who prioritizes the safety and comfort of our guests, regardless of whether it's peak travel season or off-season periods. However, ensuring safety is a collaborative effort; it requires the cooperation of both our team and our guests. As Filipinos embark on their travels during this time, we wish that everyone remains vigilant and cooperative in adhering to safety guidelines.”

Following the drill, Isla, personally inspected check-in counters to ensure operational efficiency and readiness. He emphasized that all counters are fully operational, with additional manpower and standby team deployed to accommodate the expected influx of tourists during this period.

Beyond safety, the airline is also focused on enhancing customer experience by partnering up with Locally PH. Hundreds of Locally products have been handed out to guests, adding a refreshing touch to their journeys.

In addition, a dedicated customer help desk has been established to provide additional assistance to travelers with rebooking and flight change concerns.

AirAsia CEO Ricky Isla, NAIA Terminal 2 Manager Sean Sunga, and AirAsia Head of Communications First Office Steve Dailisan checks on guests who will be flying to the provinces for the Holy Week break.

The World’s Best Low-Cost Airline also reminded its guests that the complimentary 7KG hand-carry baggage must only consist of a small bag (22 x 14 x 4 inches in dimension) and/or a laptop bag or a handbag. The airline also suggests that it would be better to pre-book up to 14KG cabin baggage should a guest need more baggage space. 

Guests are also encouraged to visit airasia official social media platforms on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok for updated travel information. For legitimate flight bookings, discounts and other travel needs, they are encouraged to download the airasia move on ios and android or log on to www.airasia.com.

Celebrate 28 Years of Cebu Pacific: Enjoy Discounts with Gokongwei Group of Hotels

Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ leading carrier, continues its birthday festivities as it offers 28% discounts on accommodation and meals through partnership with select Gokongwei hotels.

CEB passengers can avail themselves of a 28% discount on select rooms at participating GO Hotels and Summit Hotels until March 31. 

Go Hotels
Bacolod	Naga
Butuan	North Edsa
Dumaguete	Ortigas-Center
Ermita-Manila	Otis-Manila
Iligan	Puerto Princesa
Iloilo	Tacloban
Lanang-Davao	Timog
Mandaluyong	Tuguegarao
Manila Airport Road
Summit Hotels
Cebu
General Santos
Greenhills
Magnolia
Naga
Tacloban
Tagaytay

CEB passengers can also get 28% off on the Best Available Rate (BAR) for rooms in Fili, as well as on food and beverage in NuStar’s wide array of dining establishments until May 31. 

Those who wish to avail of the promo for their stay in Fili and NuStar are encouraged to book flights to Cebu during CEB’s Bigating Promo-versary seat sale happening until March 31. With a PHP 199 one-way base fare (exclusive of fees and surcharges) that covers the hotel promo period of April 1 to May 31, travelers can make their summer trips even more affordable with discounts at CEB’s partner hotels.

So, whether you’ve been looking to visit Cebu for your next beach adventure or stay in Dumaguete for a much-needed nature getaway, now is the perfect time to book your flights and make room reservations.

To avail of the exclusive offers, guests need to present their valid ID and boarding pass to CEB’s hotel partners upon their hotel check-in or entry at their chosen food outlet. Those who plan to stay in Fili need to book directly at NUSTAR.ph and use the promo code: CEBFIB24 upon reservation.

Passengers may use their existing Travel Funds to book flights and avail themselves of add-ons. CEB also offers multiple payment options, including payment centers, credit or debit cards, and e-wallets. 

For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/CEBxGGHotels.

 

Savor the Fusion of 7-Eleven and SPAM® in the Latest Snack Offerings from Japan and Korea

 

A single whiff of a golden brown-fried SPAM® can instantly bring nostalgia to any Filipino. This luncheon meat is a no-fail comfort food choice many of us reach for due to its savory flavor and because of how easy it is to prepare. But while the country has fallen in love with its rice and hot pandesal pairings, there are now more ways to savor it like the first time. Convenience go-to 7-Eleven takes it with a twist by joining hands with SPAM® for its newest delectable duo under the 7-Fresh line: SPAM® Egg and Cheese Onigirazu and  SPAM® Egg and Cheese Korean Egg Drop Sandwich.

Whether it’s the always-on-the-go, work-week warriors, or foodies who like all things trendy, 7-Eleven sure knows how to tickle everyone’s taste buds with its buck-saving and unique innovations. Just last year, the 7-Fresh line introduced its Beef Bulgogi Onigirazu and Korean Egg Drop Sandwich which both became hits. This time, customers can enjoy these goodies with another crowd favorite, SPAM®. 

 

One’s a snack and two’s a meal with SPAM® Egg and Cheese Onigirazu priced at only P79. This Japanese-originated treat is wrapped delicately with a nori sheet stuffed with fluffy eggs and mayo dressing. It’s a meaty double delight as customers can choose between SPAM® or beef bulgogi filling. A choice that is sure to solve one’s hankering for something savory.

Fans can also relish SPAM® through its Korean Egg Drop Sandwich form. Retailing for P99, the SPAM® and Cheese Egg Drop Sandwich is a popular food most often seen in K-Dramas that is filled with cheese, egg, and SPAM® in a soft, buttery brioche bread—an eggcellent symphony of Korean flavors made accessible. This, too, comes with another meat variant loaded with bacon and corn instead.

Industry-leading 7-Eleven is known as the paboritong kapitbahay primarily because of its creative food concepts that are easy on the pocket but big on the taste. Always exciting its  loyalists, Pinoys can now enjoy their comfort food in a can in a newer, foreign flair right at every corner of the neighborhood.

 

Take first dibs now and have a taste of SPAM® and Cheese Egg Drop Sandwich and SPAM® Egg and Cheese Onigirazu at select Luzon 7-Eleven stores.

 

Cheers to 40 years with 7-Eleven and like us on 7-Eleven Philippines Facebook, follow @711ph on Instagram, and @711philippines on Twitter and TikTok, and visit our website www.7-eleven.com.ph for more information.

LOLA AMOUR ANNOUNCES THEIR ALBUM CONCERT AND HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM

TICKETS HERE

 

After dominating the charts with ‘Raining in Manila’, eight-piece pop-funk band Lola Amour is ready to welcome sunny days in their new era. Lola Amour will have a two-stop album concert this April. The first stop will be at Circuit Event Grounds, Makati on April 13 with Cup of Joe, Any Name’s Okay and PLAYERTWO for the after-party. Followed by a trip to Draft Punk, Cebu on April 27 with surprise Cebuano acts.

STREAM ‘NAMIMISS KO NA’ SINGLE HERE

DOWNLOAD ASSETS HERE

Lola Amour also finally announced the release of their self-titled debut album coming out on April 10. A promise they made to fans in 2019, the group wholeheartedly shared that the album serves as a creative playground where they can fully express themselves with sonic creativity while taking inspiration from their experiences. The band revealed the album’s visual identity during the press event, with each of the member’s quirkiness in mind. “We just really wanted to portray joy, fun, and playfulness sa album art to bring out the band’s playful personalities,” they stated. 

Album tracklist:

1.         Umiinit

2.         Saan Kakapit

3.         This Ain’t Love

4.         Namimiss Ko Na

5.         I’ll Give My Heart

6.         If I Ever Come Back

7.         Raining In Manila

8.         Lost For Words

The band teases the upcoming album with their latest single ‘Namimiss Ko Na’- an ode to the fleeting past, and finding happiness in the inevitable. Overall, the 9-track album fully showcases the band’s musical and storytelling skills, wrapped in their signature lyricism and fun pop sound their fans love. 

 

WATCH ‘NAMIMISS KO NA’ LYRIC VIDEO HERE

Voices of Celebrated Women living life with a purpose

Iya Villania and Marian Rivera shares their take on what it’s like being a woman of today

When we were young, our Mom was whom we base our world around. But back then, when we could not really fathom that our Moms are a force for good to be reckoned with.  The things they do on a day-to-day basis make the world go round, and so much would not get done if not for them. 

 

Moms these days wear several hats, taking on many roles; and at times expectation can be high to have it all. Between businesses and parenting, moms have to balance so much, so here are two moms who have some of it figured out: Iya Villania- Arellano and Marian Rivera - Dantes!

 

 

Iya Villania - Arellano is an actress, singer, model, and TV presenter (what can’t she do?) Known for her work as a VJ on Myx, this multi-talented multi-hyphenate is a mother of four. She somehow finds time to be a parent on top of everything she does.

 

Iya gets her strength from her children. She says: these days, their opinions matter more than anything else. he wants her children and her children’s children to experience Mother Earth in all her beauty. That’s why she tirelessly pursue sustainable living so her children can live in a better world.  In her advocacy, she found a reliable and like-minded partner in Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation.  The company has launched in the market the first-ever seasoning product in paper packaging, the AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning 45g which is made from natural and renewable paper material that can be planted, grown, harvested, and replanted

 

She believes that women’s month is more than just about celebrating women’s beauty and strength, but also their voices. She is using hers to build a better world for her children. She’s not the only one who is giving her all for what she believes in. Another mom to highlight is Marian Rivera-Dantes!

 

Marian Rivera-Dantes needs little introduction. This celebrity powerhouse wows us again and again with acting, modeling, hosting, and running a business! On top of all that, she’s even a mother of two. Becoming a mom has made Marian hyper-aware of her children’s health, and she knows that other women all over the Philippines are just as concerned about their children. 

 

She is big on education and explaining. She gently and patiently includes her own kids in her cooking. She talks to them about how to incorporate veggies rather than fighting with them about it. According to her, it’s not just about telling them not to eat sweets; it's about incorporating them into the cooking. We should be teaching them what ingredients are for and how flavors interact. She’s been involved with nutrition education advocacy, and she lives it every day.  She and Zia leads the “I Love Veggie-Licious” campaign introducing new era of cooking for kids to enjoy vegetables made delicious with Aji-Ginisa® Flavor Seasoning Mix.

 

 

Both these women are a shining example of creating a positive impact with their passion and influence, and Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation has been a long-time partner of these two Moms as  “Eat Well, Live Well” ambassadors.

 

They are a powerful force with platforms to reach millions, and they use that to do as much good as they can, not just for themselves but for the children who will take over after us.

 

Marian and Iya both understand what Mom used to make. It’s not just the dishes that make us feel comfortable; it's not just the lessons she taught us. It’s also the change moms make in the world. Moms make change by teaching us how to be good citizens and they start by modeling how to live well, and eat well. 

 

Let’s celebrate women this women’s month, not just the literal moms but all the dog moms and the aunties and all women. Let’s join them in making a change and making the world better, everyone doing their part. Marian and Iya are doing theirs, what can you do?

 

The All-New HONOR Pad 9, Now Available from Just Php 15,999!

HONOR introduces the feature-packed HONOR Pad 9 with advanced audiovisual capabilities and robust hardware performance at your fingertips

 

 

Global technology brand HONOR today announced the launch of the HONOR Pad 9, the latest addition to its tablet lineup. Boasting an impressive 12.1-inch 2.5K HONOR FullView Display with a 120Hz refresh rate, an eight-speaker audio system that incorporates HONOR Histen sound tuning technology, and a powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 6 Gen 1 chipset, the HONOR Pad 9 is a feature-packed tablet that offers exceptional user experience and a distinctive design. For only Php 15,999 you can already get the HONOR Pad 9 and if you want the HONOR Magic Keyboard, you can get it in a bundle for only Php 17,999!  

Immersive Display Incorporates with Advanced Eye Protection Technology

Featuring a 12.1-inch HONOR FullView display with a screen-to-body ratio of 88%, the HONOR Pad 9 supports a resolution of 2560x1600 pixels and 1.07 billion colors, delivering breathtaking detail and true-to-life colors for an immersive entertainment experience. The HONOR Pad 9 also offers an adjustable refresh rate of up to 120Hz, delivering buttery smooth visuals on select apps and optimizing battery life when using less demanding applications, bringing a more intuitive and flexible user experience.

 

Upholding its dedication to human-centric technology, the HONOR Pad 9 incorporates industry-leading eye comfort features such as Dynamic Dimming that simulates ciliary muscle activity and reduces eye fatigue, ensuring optimal comfort for the human eye. It also comes with HONOR’s Circadian Night Display technology, automatically adjusting the display into warmer colors to reduce the amount of blue light, promoting the secretion of melatonin and ultimately enhancing users’ sleep quality. Earned both TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) Certification and TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, the HONOR Pad 9 provides a comfortable viewing experience, making it the ideal choice for the tech-savvy generation.

 

Incredible Audio Experience with Eight Speakers

Offering an incredible audio experience, the all-new HONOR Pad 9 is surrounded by eight speakers, with two being positioned at the bottom, delivering immersive sound from multiple directions. With amplified volume levels and a deeper, richer bass, users can reveal in a more powerful and well-balanced sound, enjoying a full-range stereo effects that enhances their audio enjoyment, whether they are at home or on the go. Featuring the HONOR Histen sound tuning technology, the HONOR Pad 9 generates vibrant and dynamic 360° audio, taking any listening experience to new heights. The two bottom speakers are also designed to fire downwards and bounce off surfaces, creating a more cinematic surround sound experience for listeners.

 

In addition, the HONOR Pad 9 supports Bidirectional Vocal Enhancement technology, delivering precise sound reproduction that enhances the clarity of the human voice and reduces background noise, elevating the overall sound quality. Whether it’s audio calls or online meetings, users can expect a superb audio experience with exceptional clarity.

 

Smooth User Experience Powered by Enhanced Hardware

Powered by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 6 Gen 1 Mobile Platform at its core, the HONOR Pad 9 offers exceptional capabilities. This powerful processor delivers a notable 35% increase in GPU performance and a 40% increase in CPU efficiency, always ensuring smooth and seamless productivity and entertainment.

 

To further enhance its performance, the HONOR Pad 9 features an 8GB memory and large 256GB storage drive, which can hold 57,000 pictures, 23,000 songs or 226 HD videos locally. Additionally, the HONOR Pad 9 features the innovative HONOR RAM Turbo (8GB+8GB), which leverages a portion of the flash memory as RAM. It means that the 8GB RAM can effectively be expanded to 16GB, providing users with even more storage space for their multimedia collections and ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient performance.

 

The HONOR Pad 9 is also equipped with a high capacity 8300mAh battery, providing long-lasting connectivity for users throughout the day. With a single charge cycle, the HONOR Pad 9 delivers up to 11 hours of video streaming, 11 hours of social media browsing or 15 hours of music streaming, making it the perfect companion for users who are constantly on the go. Thanks to its 35W Wired HONOR SuperCharge technology, the HONOR Pad 9 enables users to quickly charge their device to usable levels within several minutes using the provided charger, swiftly powering up their tablet for an uninterrupted music and video streaming experience while on the move.

 

Sleek Design, Smart Experience

Featuring a premium design crafted from lightweight aluminum alloy, the HONOR Pad 9 weighs just 555g and measures a mere 6.96mm in thickness, offering a comfortable and ergonomic feel when held in users’ hands. The tablet's aesthetic appeal is further enhanced by its curved edges and exquisite frosted finish, providing a smooth touch and exuding a premium look and feel.

 

Running the latest MagicOS 7.2 based on Android 13, the HONOR Pad 9 offers users access to a wide range of upgraded and personalized smart features, including HONOR Connect, HONOR Notes, and Multi-screen collaboration16. With these intelligent capabilities, the HONOR Pad 9 takes the smart user experience to a new level, making remote working more convenient and efficient than ever before.

 

Pricing and Availability

HONOR Pad 9 is available starting March 22 for only Php 15,999 and Php 17,999 with an HONOR Smart Keyboard Bundle! Head on now to your nearest HONOR Experience and Partner Stores or shop online via Shopee (https://bit.ly/Shop_Pad9_PR), Lazada (https://bit.ly/Laz_Pad9_PR) and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/TikTok_Pad9_PR)!

 

To know the complete specs of HONOR X7b, head on to HONOR’s website: https://bit.ly/Web_Pad9_PR. For more exciting announcements, you may visit HONOR's social media platforms: Facebook(Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok Shop: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.