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Ajinomoto SustainAbilidad Challenge dares Filipinos to have eco-friendlier homes

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC Group) recently hosted the Ajinomoto SustainAbilidad DIY Party via Facebook Live, featuring home improvements guru Engr. Jan Slater Young and Home Buddies founder Frances Lim Cabatuando as they launched the #AjinomotoSustainAbilidadChallenge. Netizens across the Philippines are invited to share their do it yourself (DIY) projects showcasing the 3Rs...

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Ajinomoto SustainAbilidad Challenge dares Filipinos to have eco-friendlier homes

Why Charlene Muhlach is always grateful for the gift of family

With the pandemic and the uncertainties happening in the world around us, it’s challenging to always stay calm and be positive. Sometimes it can feel hopeless even when you’re trying hard. But one thing stays unchanged: that our families will always be here to guide us, keep us sane and make us feel loved.

That’s why Jollibee ambassador Charlene Muhlach expresses a...

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Why Charlene Muhlach is always grateful for the gift of family

Santé welcomes Luis Manzano as official endorser of SweetVia

For over a decade, Santé has successfully positioned itself as a trusted industry leader in the Philippines, consistent in developing and distributing premier natural and organic health and wellness products and services. The company culminates the second quarter of 2021 as it formally welcomes Luis Manzano as the official endorser of SweetVia – a sweetener from a...

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Santé welcomes Luis Manzano as official endorser of SweetVia

Jollibee’s new Sweet Chili Chicken is now available!

Whether you identify as a millennial or as part of Gen Z, chances are your approach to food is the same: you like mouthwatering, exciting, and adventurous new experiences when it’s time to eat.

It’s in our culture, too—as Filipinos and as Asians, we absolutely love spices on our food. Dishes being spicy is a guaranteed way to inject a solid and thrilling kick to the...

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Jollibee’s new Sweet Chili Chicken is now available!

Up to P15M worth of prizes up for grabs at Shopee 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale TV special

Shopee invites everyone to enjoy exciting deals, prizes, and performances at the Shopee 6.6 7.7 Mid Year Sale TV Special, Shopee’s biggest TV Show to date. Filipinos can watch the fiesta themed celebration, broadcast live from Araneta Coliseum, by tuning in to GMA 7 and Shopee Live on June 6, 2:00 3:30 PM. Until July 7, users can also enjoy free shipping, daily ₱1 deals, up to 20%...

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Up to P15M worth of prizes up for grabs at Shopee 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale TV special

Sky Fiber subscribers get free 6-month access to AirConsole Hero

SKY and Swiss game developer, N Dream lets SKY Fiber subscribers nationwide add gaming to their entertainment choices for the family as they are now entitled to six months of free premium subscription to AirConsole Hero starting May 18, 2021.   

“SKY has decided to join AirConsole on its mission to bring happiness into every household. SKY, being an...

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Sky Fiber subscribers get free 6-month access to AirConsole Hero

Jack ‘n Jill’s Lush Candy: An enjoyable reason to always leave room for dessert

Raise your hand if you feel that a meal is never complete without dessert! It always feels right to end a hearty family lunch or merienda with something sweet to satisfy your tastebuds.

While this rings true for most people, some prefer sweets that they can munch on while working, studying, or playing games. Instead of enjoying a full plate, people can try out easy to eat sweets like...

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Jack ‘n Jill’s Lush Candy: An enjoyable reason to always leave room for dessert

Samsung Electronics expands its Galaxy upcycling program

Samsung Electronics has announced the expansion of its Galaxy Upcycling program with Galaxy Upcycling at Home, an initiative that gives new life to older Galaxy smartphones by converting them into a variety of IoT (Internet of Things) devices through a simple software update.

Samsung has implemented the beta service for Galaxy Upcycling at Home in the US, the UK, and Korea today. With...

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Samsung Electronics expands its Galaxy upcycling program

Pru Life UK underscores women's health with breast cancer protection

Life insurer Pru Life UK has launched its latest health protection product designed for the independent and empowered women in our lives, the PRUHealth Prime Select Breast Cancer, through Pulse, the company’s all in one health and wellness app.

“This protection product, designed for the women in our lives, be it our mother, sister, daughter, daughter in law, or...

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Pru Life UK underscores women's health with breast cancer protection

Samsung launches Neo QLED TV and expands Lifestyle TV lineup in PH

For decades, TVs were seen simply as a way to watch movies and shows. Today, TVs serve as home office or e learning devices, gaming hubs, and even fitness tools. Samsung, the world’s #1 TV brand for 15 consecutive years, leads the evolution by offering consumers richer viewing experiences with the launch of its technology driven Neo QLED line up and expanded Lifestyle TV line, all with...

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Samsung launches Neo QLED TV and expands Lifestyle TV lineup in PH

Globe empowers youth to connect the nation with #Globe5GHackathon

It’s been more than a year since the start of the pandemic and even the most forward thinking people were genuinely unprepared for the challenges of these unprecedented times. Globe believes that through technology, many people, especially the youth, have connected with others and even come up with innovative solutions to modern problems.

In partnership with Animo Labs of De La...

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Globe empowers youth to connect the nation with #Globe5GHackathon

Achieve health and financial wealth with Fola Global

The COVID 19 pandemic has brought about negative effects on the Philippine economy since its onset last year. With the government imposing restrictions to curb the spread of the viral disease, many businesses have been compelled to downsize operations, reduce workforce or, much worse, forced to fold down to prevent further losses.

Like many business owners out there, Filipino...

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Achieve health and financial wealth with Fola Global

Sky Fiber upgrades super speed plans for remote workers

Remote workers and online entrepreneurs will be able to heighten their productivity and efficiency as they achieve their daily goals when they equip themselves with SKY Fiber’s leveled up super speed plans.     

SKY Fiber offers various plans suited to different remote work needs, which includes its best value plan 40Mbps at only P1,499/month, which is...

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Sky Fiber upgrades super speed plans for remote workers

Pru Life UK offers free COVID-19 protection with vaccine coverage via Pulse

Leading life insurer Pru Life UK continues to provide its customers protection from COVID 19, with the latest offering of its free PRUPersonal Accident insurance with COVID 19 and vaccine cover valid for one year through Pulse, the company’s all in one health and wealth app.

“With the resurgence of COVID 19 cases in the country, Pru Life UK would like to provide peace of...

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Pru Life UK offers free COVID-19 protection with vaccine coverage via Pulse

Celebrity mom Nikki Gil-Albert gives us a glimpse of her life at home

Nikki Gil opens up her home for the first time as she talks about how their life has changed during the pandemic. Not being able to go out to work and socialize, the celebrity mom shares how she rediscovered her home by turning quarantine time into quality time for her family. Take a closer look and of her home in this exclusive video.

A shared social space for home...

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Celebrity mom Nikki Gil-Albert gives us a glimpse of her life at home

Pru Life UK 25th Anniversary tile now live on Pulse app

The Pru Life UK 25th Anniversary tile is already live on the Pulse app! By simply downloading Pulse on your mobile phone, you can register for an account and automatically get a raffle coupon upon registering.

Tap the Pru Life UK 25th Anniversary tile and sign up. If the tile is not visible, you might need to update or reinstall the app on your phone.

You can also earn more...

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Pru Life UK 25th Anniversary tile now live on Pulse app

Exclusive discounts for Huawei members up for grabs until March 31

HUAWEI is ever thankful for the years of support and overwhelming love from its community and fans. Without them, HUAWEI would not be where it is today – given this, HUAWEI develops and offers the best when it comes to technology, whether it be exclusive smartphones, wearables, tablets and more.

HUAWEI Members and fans are now up for a treat! HUAWEI is now offering an exclusive...

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Exclusive discounts for Huawei members up for grabs until March 31

Globe reinvents customers' everyday experiences with innovative life-enabling offers

Filipinos are very agile, always ready to adapt to new experiences and face challenges head on. Despite the pandemic, many are able to stay afloat thanks to digital means which remain abuzz with new platforms, services, bundles and plans that reinvent how we live.

Globe recognizes the challenges its customers continue to face given the current state of the pandemic. To support them...

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Globe reinvents customers' everyday experiences with innovative life-enabling offers

HP reinvents customer experiences with its first virtual showroom in PH

HP Inc. recently announced the launch of its first virtual showroom in the Philippines. Part of a virtual experience for customers that spans six countries in Southeast Asia, the HP Virtual Showroom takes customers into a modern day virtual world of diverse technology experiences for different customers who live together under one roof.

Powered by Intel and in collaboration with...

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HP reinvents customer experiences with its first virtual showroom in PH

Globe Rewards lets you enjoy a more rewarding life with exclusive offers and deals

Globe Rewards, the best rewards application from telco giant Globe Telecom, brings to the table a treasure trove of wonderful treats and exclusive offers to Globe subscribers in the Philippines.

Open to Globe Prepaid, Globe Postpaid, TM, and Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi customers, Globe Rewards' point system is not only limited to Globe exclusive promos; it also gives access to other...

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Globe Rewards lets you enjoy a more rewarding life with exclusive offers and deals

Samsung Galaxy A32 promises to offer awesome streaming experience

Samsung officially launched the new Galaxy A32, a powerful mid range smartphone for all day work and play. Featuring a 64MP quad camera, stunning 6.4” FHD+ Super AMOLED screen with 90Hz refresh rates and a large 5,000mAh battery, the Galaxy A32 is designed for active individuals to capture moments on the go and enjoy entertainment anytime, anywhere.

“The all rounded Samsung...

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Samsung Galaxy A32 promises to offer awesome streaming experience

Pru Life UK launches 25-week bonanza to celebrate its 25th anniversary

Pru Life UK announces its We DO Health & Wealth: 25th Anniversary Celebration, which features a 25 week raffle bonanza. Starting March 29, 2021 until Pru Life UK’s 25th anniversary in September 2021, over P6 million worth of prizes will be given away to more than 600 winners. Participants will stand a chance to win the P2.5 million cash prize in the grand raffle draw, and iPhone 12s...

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Pru Life UK launches 25-week bonanza to celebrate its 25th anniversary

Shopee Kicks Off 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale with its Newest Brand Ambassador, Willie Revillame

Catch Willie Revillame on Shopee's TV specials and enjoy free shipping, 20% cashback, and ShopeePay ₱1 deals at Shopee Philippines’ first mega sale of the year

Shopee, the leading e commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, proudly introduces Willie Revillame as its newest brand ambassador for the 3.3 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale, its first mega sale...

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Shopee Kicks Off 3.3 - 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale with its Newest Brand Ambassador, Willie Revillame

Globe localizes digital care for customers via Viber Communities

Globe recognizes the growing needs of its customers in the new normal. As many Filipinos build more online communities, and transact and communicate even more on social media and messaging platforms, Globe has innovated localized Viber Communities to deliver a targeted and more focused servicing. This includes addressing queries, recommending self service channels, and offering products that...

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Globe localizes digital care for customers via Viber Communities

Want to spend V-Day with your favorite oppa-unnie duo? Bring them closer with with a Samsung Smart TV

Get 1 year Viu Premium subscription for free with select Samsung TVs

Staying in for Valentine’s Day? Wine, dine, and relax with a K drama marathon, whether it’s with your significant other or even by yourself.

Feel all the kilig from your favorite oppa and unnie this season of love with Samsung and Viu. With every purchase of...

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Want to spend V-Day with your favorite oppa-unnie duo? Bring them closer with with a Samsung Smart TV

Globe At Home Prepaid WiFi LTE Advanced is the best gift this V-Day for 'Bae'

Looking for a special gift for “Bae” during this month of love?

If you’re still thinking of what to give your special someone on Valentine’s Day, consider the gift of a “reliable and dependable connectivity” with Globe At Home (GAH) Prepaid WiFi LTE Advanced.

Here are several reasons why having a GAH Prepaid WiFi LTE Advanced is a winner for...

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Globe At Home Prepaid WiFi LTE Advanced is the best gift this V-Day for 'Bae'

Make Valentine's Day More Meaningful for Friends and Family with these Sweet Gifts

Surprise loved ones who’ve always had your back with gifts from Shopee’s Valentine’s Day Sale

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romantic love. It’s also a time to recognize other equally important relationships—those we share with our family and friends.

Whether you’re celebrating the occasion with a significant other or...

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Make Valentine's Day More Meaningful for Friends and Family with these Sweet Gifts

RD Pawnshop marks 45th Anniversary: Pawnshop Giant excites Filipinos with “Magandang Bukas” campaign

RD Pawnshop, Inc., one of the country's leading pawnshop brands, marks another milestone as it celebrates its 45th anniversary of providing high quality services to Filipinos. 

Alma Pascual, the Business Unit Head of RD Pawnshop Inc., said that all its satisfied clientele could only expect more from the company as it stays true to its commitment to providing quality services to...

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RD Pawnshop marks 45th Anniversary: Pawnshop Giant excites Filipinos with “Magandang Bukas” campaign

GROWRICH: The first patented VCO capsule that's FDA-approved

There is no dispute about virgin coconut oil being the world's healthiest dietary oil. For many though, there are issues to drinking VCO in its original form. Some don't like the taste or texture of VCO. Exposure to air can also result in the oil having a rancid, making it unpalatable. In cold weather, the oil can harden or freeze.

Introducing GROWRICH Virgin Coconut Oil Capsules, the...

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GROWRICH: The first patented VCO capsule  that's FDA-approved

Make your child’s home learning more fun with these exciting snack recipes

To make snack time even more delightful, parents can get creative in preparing goodies for their kids who do home learning. Whether their little ones need a quick pick me up in between online classes, or something to much on to energize them as they do homework, here are yummy and easy to make snacks that are sure to fit the bill.

Delightful Fried Cream Os

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Make your child’s home learning more fun with these exciting snack recipes

New Year, New Me: Signs You’ve Embraced the Adult Life

Transitioning to adulthood is never easy. Even when you plan or think you’re ready for what’s to come, there will always be bumps along the way. That said, growing up can feel less overwhelming once you start achieving adulting milestones step by step.

Think you’ve mastered the art of adulting? Here are signs to look out for:

You have a steady...

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New Year, New Me: Signs You’ve Embraced the Adult Life

Be K-drama marathon-ready this year with a Samsung Smart TV

The New Year calls for new lists: resolutions, manifestations, and K drama marathons! But this 2021, say goodbye to the neck craning, eye straining struggle of watching on a mobile phone when you switch to viewing on a TV. Samsung has partnered with Viu to give free Viu Premium subscription for a year, so you can watch the latest shows ad free on a bigger screen.

Kick off the New Year...

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Be K-drama marathon-ready this year with a Samsung Smart TV

This fun, entertaining app will allow users to commemorate birthdays in a more rewarding way

Leveraging the available digital tools and platforms to bridge their services to more Filipinos, mostly those that are in the far flung areas, PCSO, in partnership with Minedomain, Inc., is set to launch 'Birthday Panalo,' a free and easy to use application with an entertaining game which will allow Filipinos to celebrate important dates in their lives, like anniversaries and birthdays, with...

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This fun, entertaining app will allow users to commemorate birthdays in a more rewarding way

Aspiring MVP Bossing Glenda Victorio of Brilliant Skin Essentials rises from crisis and thrives

PLDT Enterprise recently launched its MVP Bossing campaign, built on the vision to celebrate accomplished entrepreneurs, highlighting success stories, and inspiring fellow entrepreneurs with business models worth emulating.

The global health pandemic saw most business industries pivot and strengthen their digital landscape. The  campaign with the...

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Aspiring MVP Bossing Glenda Victorio of Brilliant Skin Essentials rises from crisis and thrives

2 Public Schools Bag Youth Health Patrol Awards

Youth Health sessions on student health and lifestyle under quarantine

The Philippines is the 10th country in the world and the 1st in Southeast Asia to launch Kids and Diabetes in Schools (KiDS). Co created by Sanofi and the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and other partners, the program aims to raise awareness about diabetes management to schools and...

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2 Public Schools Bag Youth Health Patrol Awards

Globe site builds prepare more regions for nationwide 4G LTE standards

New ways of working in urban areas demand for socially and physically distanced meetings, conference calls, consultations, transactions and purchases. On a lighter note but likewise heavy on the need for better internet is the obligatory catch up on movies, podcasts, and TV series to unwind; as well as school lessons and necessary downloads to fulfill school and work requirements. In rural...

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Globe site builds prepare more regions for nationwide 4G LTE standards

Globe lets more Pinoys enjoy the promise of 5G

Globe’s relentless modernization of its network has made it possible for its 5G technology to be available to more customers in more areas in the country.

Recent upgrades made in the last two months of 2020 have made the latest technology available in at least 848 sites in Metro Manila and Rizal and 183 locations in Visayas and Mindanao. Several parts of Cavite, Laguna and...

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Globe lets more Pinoys enjoy the promise of 5G

New Year, New Rediscoveries: PLDT Home’s new video gives us a renewed hope and meaningful connections for 2021

The year 2020 was a challenging one but it also made Filipinos realize the most important and meaningful constant in life – FAMILY and HOME. As the nation looks forward to a hopeful start of new year, PLDT Home wraps up 2020 with a collection of inspiring narratives that attested to the strength of Filipino families and the learning experiences that prepared each one for a better year...

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New Year, New Rediscoveries: PLDT Home’s new video gives us a renewed hope and meaningful connections for 2021

Samsung Introduces Latest Innovations for a Better Normal at CES 2021

Samsung enhances the home experience with products like Samsung Bespoke 4 Door Flex, 110 inch MICRO LED, and JetBot 90 AI+. Continuing sustainability efforts, Samsung announces Galaxy Upcycling at Home and expansion of eco packaging for TV products in 2021

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shared its vision for the future at the 2021 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The company...

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Samsung Introduces Latest Innovations for a Better Normal at CES 2021

Samsung’s New AI-Powered Robotic Vacuum and Laundry Products Automate Home Cleaning

The JetBot 90 AI+ cleans your floors with innovative navigation technology, while Samsung’s washer dryer pair take the guesswork out of laundry.

Today at CES 2021, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. introduces innovative new home appliances that can help automate daily tasks. The new JetBot 90 AI+ features smart technologies that optimize its cleaning route and respond to its...

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Samsung’s New AI-Powered Robotic Vacuum and Laundry Products Automate Home Cleaning

Globe transforms customer support with outbound calls

It’s the customer who usually calls when assistance is needed, but Globe is transforming the way it serves its customers by being the one to call when they have concerns that would need help from a customer service agent.

Globe has accelerated its shift to digital platforms to continue to support the needs of customers in the new normal. It has developed GlobeOne, Globe At Home...

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Globe transforms customer support with outbound calls

The HOPELINE mental health support is now available in HealthNow app

As mental health issues rise due to isolation, fear, and worries that accompany the current pandemic, it becomes necessary to make it easier for the public to access mental health support services whenever and wherever they need them.

Thus, HOPELINE, the 24/7 suicide prevention and crisis support desk of New Good Feelings (NGF) Mindstrong, partnered with telehealth service integrator...

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The HOPELINE mental health support is now available in HealthNow app

PH's content leader for news and entertainment on YouTube: ABS-CBN SOLIDIFIES DIGITAL LEADERSHIP WITH TWO DIAMOND CREATOR AWAR

ABS CBN solidifies its stature as the Philippines’ leading content producer for both news and entertainment on digital after receiving its second Diamond Creator Award from YouTube.

ABS CBN News received last November a diamond play button, which is given to creators that reached 10 million subscribers. It hit the mark last August and now has 11 million subscribers and over 6.7...

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PH's content leader for news and entertainment on YouTube: ABS-CBN SOLIDIFIES DIGITAL LEADERSHIP WITH TWO DIAMOND CREATOR AWAR

GoWiFi gives frontline heroes the gift of connection this Christmas season

This Yuletide season, GoWiFi shows its support for medical frontliners by giving free unlimited internet access to different hospitals nationwide, providing the hardworking staff the opportunity to connect with loved ones and to stay energized and positive throughout their long days and nights.

Designed to help the modern day heroes #StayConnected with their family and friends and...

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GoWiFi gives frontline heroes the gift of connection this Christmas season

Smart and Shopee Launch Online Bayanihan for Children

Following the campaign’s success for frontliners, leading mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) and Shopee, the leading e commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, are teaming up for Shopee Bayanihan: Pamaskong Pambata for CRIBS Foundation.

“We are happy to support this Pamaskong Pambata effort with Shopee, to help...

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Smart and Shopee Launch Online Bayanihan for Children

New programs, movies coming to multiple media platforms: ABS-CBN UNVEILS 2021 OFFERINGS IN TRENDING ABS-CBN CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

ABS CBN will remain “together as one” in offering light and joy to Filipinos all over the world in 2021 through the new shows, movies, music, and concerts it will produce and release next year on multiple media platforms, as revealed in last Sunday's (December 20) trending “Ikaw Ang Liwanag at Ligaya: The ABS CBN Christmas Special 2020.”

Among the new programs...

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New programs, movies coming to multiple media platforms: ABS-CBN UNVEILS 2021 OFFERINGS IN TRENDING ABS-CBN CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

Microsoft Announces 2020 Philippines Partner Awards Winners

Partners were recognized for their innovative solutions that positively transform customer experience​ and solve business challenges

Last week, Microsoft Philippines held its 2020 Partner Awards, as part of a global circuit that recognizes Microsoft’s partners for their outstanding, innovative efforts to positively impact customers every year. This year’s awardees...

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Microsoft Announces 2020 Philippines Partner Awards Winners

UNICEF Needs Your Help for Every Filipino Child’s Future: Gary V and Ryan Cayabyab Collaborate for Basket of Hope

This Christmas, UNICEF Philippines’ Goodwill Ambassador, Gary Valenciano, and National Artist for Music, Ryan Cayabyab, are coming together to invite everyone to help more children by donating to the UNICEF Basket of Hope.

To show his support for the campaign, Cayabyab gave permission to use excerpts of the Christmas song “Paskong Walang Hanggan” co written with Jose...

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UNICEF Needs Your Help for Every Filipino Child’s Future: Gary V and Ryan Cayabyab Collaborate for Basket of Hope

NVIDIA’s Latest GAN Learns to Make Art from 1,500 Images

NVIDIA researchers have achieved a data augmentation breakthrough, enabling their AI model to emulate artwork from a small dataset from the Metropolitan Museum of Art — and opening up new potential applications in fields like healthcare — helping to create cancer histology images to train other AI models.

To know more, read the articles through these links below:

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NVIDIA’s Latest GAN Learns to Make Art from 1,500 Images

Connectivity is the best gift this Christmas with Globe At Home WiFi

As Filipinos face a largely different Christmas season this year, it doesn’t mean that we celebrate the Yuletide season with less enthusiasm, hope and optimism. Despite the challenges of the pandemic and its impact on our daily lives, Filipinos will always find a way to be with the family, loved ones, friends and colleagues whether just across the streets, in the provinces or on the...

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Connectivity is the best gift this Christmas with Globe At Home WiFi

Globe's strong connectivity in Marikina spells better disaster preparedness for its residents

More network builds and site upgrades are underway as Globe pursues its ambition to build a #FirstWorldNetwork.

In Marikina, Globe installed two new cell sites and 146 sites were upgraded to fulfill the telco's commitment to have 4G everywhere.

Digital connectivity is the way to cope, better yet, prepare for disasters in this often hit area. Marlon Llamson of Barangay Tumana...

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Globe's strong connectivity in Marikina spells better disaster preparedness for its residents

917Ventures, Puregold partner for an easier online grocery shopping experience with PureGo

The holidays are just right around the corner, which means everyone is gearing up to buy their yuletide staples. Fortunately, stocking up on essentials is now easier and affordable, with PureGo, a new online grocery shopping platform created with 917Ventures, the largest corporate incubator in the Philippines, and Puregold, one of the leading supermarket chains in the country.

With...

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917Ventures, Puregold partner for an easier online grocery shopping experience with PureGo

Shopee Celebrates Record-Breaking 12.12 with 12 million Items Sold within the first 24 Minutes

Users eagerly snapped up deals, peaking at 1 million items sold in a minute

Shopee, the leading e commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, wraps up the year end shopping season with a record breaking 12.12. On December 12, 12 million items were sold in the first 24 minutes and at its peak, one million...

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Shopee Celebrates Record-Breaking 12.12 with 12 million Items Sold within the first 24 Minutes

Globe uses global best practice for customer service

“Hi, I’d like to check my data usage.”

“As of December 11, 2020, you have 9.2 GB left out of your 10.0 GB data allowance. Your data allowance will refresh on December 31. Is there anything else I can help you with?”

Most of the time, customer support inquiries are directed to live agents. Today, chatbots are reshaping the way...

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Globe uses global best practice for customer service

Twitter Unveils #BestofTweets 2020 Philippines Award Winners

Celebrating the brands worth remembering from a year we’ll never forget

2020 has been a year of disruption and disconnect across economies, industries, and communities. For marketers, 2020 proved to be a more challenging year as disconnect is a rampant theme all throughout. Campaigns, events, and creative shoots had to be moved online, postponed, or cancelled, setting...

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Twitter Unveils #BestofTweets 2020 Philippines Award Winners

Recreate the way you learn with Globe’s Prepaid Wifi Internet Kit for Education

The start of the academic school year proved challenging for students, parents, and educators. After years of face to face interactions in classrooms, everyone had to adjust by going online. This has placed great pressure on everyone involved, especially when connectivity issues begin to impact the overall learning experience. To address this crisis, a growing list of learning institutions...

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Recreate the way you learn with Globe’s Prepaid Wifi Internet Kit for Education

SKY CALLS ON SUBSCRIBERS TO SHARE IDEAS ON HOW TO SPARK HOPE AND JOY THIS SEASON

2020 has been a challenging year for all of us, but now more than ever, we need to feel the spirit of Christmas in our hearts. Now is the season to kindle the warmth of caring, friendship, kindness and concern to those around us.

This Christmas, SKY invites its subscribers to share ideas on how they can #BeTheSpark of hope and joy to others, and bring inspiration, light and love this...

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SKY CALLS ON SUBSCRIBERS TO SHARE IDEAS ON HOW TO SPARK HOPE AND JOY THIS SEASON

ABS-CBN News launches Viber sticker pack: ABS-CBN CURRENT AFFAIRS SHOWS GET SECOND RUN ON DIGITAL

ABS CBN’s well loved and award winning current affairs programs are back for a second run, this time to serve the digital audience via the ABS CBN News website (news.abs cbn.com).

ABS CBN News recently launched “Current Affairs Throwback,” a new section on the website that features episodes from various ABS CBN current affairs shows. The videos are posted for viewing...

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ABS-CBN News launches Viber sticker pack: ABS-CBN CURRENT AFFAIRS SHOWS GET SECOND RUN ON DIGITAL

The Philippines spent 2020 together on Twitter

Filipinos came to Twitter to find connectivity and togetherness in a year like no other

Whether it’s working from home, learning remotely, or social distancing, everybody’s life has changed in 2020 and people have looked for comfort wherever they could find it. People come to Twitter for a sense of connectivity, togetherness, and encouragement; and in 2020, this...

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The Philippines spent 2020 together on Twitter

Elevate e-learning and productivity with Samsung Galaxy Tablets

These days, it’s not just the right ambiance and a stable internet connection that are needed to be productive and efficient. The importance in investing in reliable and powerful devices is also essential for today’s various learning needs. Whether it’s learning from a distance, connecting from afar, or pushing the limits of multitasking, Samsung’s line up of Galaxy...

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Elevate e-learning and productivity with Samsung Galaxy Tablets

MINESKI PHILIPPINES AND AYALA MALLS GAMIFY LIFESTYLE EVENTS WITH NEW ONLINE SHOW

Catch Ayala Malls S.T.A.G. (Stylish Trends for Ayala Malls Gents) on Facebook!

Mineski Philippines, the largest esports company in the country, is now working with Ayala Malls to bring a fun online experience to mall loving bachelors and gamers through S.T.A.G. (Stylish Trends for Ayala Malls Gents)!

S.T.A.G. is a two hour live show hosted on...

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MINESKI PHILIPPINES AND AYALA MALLS GAMIFY  LIFESTYLE EVENTS WITH NEW ONLINE SHOW

#TeamGalaxy Hideo Muraoka shares how to be limitless with the SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch3 and Galaxy Buds Live

Limitless Life Series EPISODE 1: https://www.instagram.com/p/CF3Er48gBXH/

#TeamGalaxy ambassador Hideo Muraoka ensures that his health and productivity are prioritized even at home. Through the “Limitless Life” series, he shares how he keeps in shape, while still managing to stay productive. Here are some of his...

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#TeamGalaxy Hideo Muraoka shares how to be limitless with the SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch3 and Galaxy Buds Live

Fun games, recipe ideas and prizes await visitors of Vitasoy’s virtual town

In the spirit of staying at home and staying healthy, Vitasoy recently launched Vitasoy Milky Town, an online hub where you can discover entertaining and informative content about Vitasoy Plus Milky. Visitors can enjoy a milky adventure with the website’s various recipe tutorial videos and fun games, and even win prizes in the weekly raffle draws.

Engage with celebrities...

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Fun games, recipe ideas and prizes await visitors of Vitasoy’s virtual town

Take your K-drama viewing experience to the next level with a Samsung TV

Can’t get enough of K drama but hate the struggle of watching on your mobile? With Samsung’s latest partnership with Viu, never miss any detail and swoon over your favorite oppas on a bigger screen.

Starting December 1, 2020, every purchase of select Samsung Smart TVs comes with a free 1 year premium subscription to Viu, the country’s top provider of K drama shows.

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Take your K-drama viewing experience to the next level with a Samsung TV

Cake Creations: The Heart of Special Celebrations

Heart Evangelista shares with us how we can make our loved ones’ important moments more special despite the pandemic

Heart Evangelista. With her many talents and all that she has accomplished in and out of showbiz, perhaps unknown to many is that she’s also quite down to earth, with a sweet and soft spot for her loved ones. Even with all the uncertainties that we...

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Cake Creations: The Heart of Special Celebrations

MONAI Imaging Framework Fast-Tracked to Production to Accelerate AI in Healthcare

DKFZ, King’s College London, Mass General, NVIDIA, Stanford and Vanderbilt adopt MONAI open source AI framework for imaging.

the Medical Open Network for AI, a domain optimized, open source framework for healthcare — is now ready for production with the upcoming release of the NVIDIA Clara application framework for AI powered...

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MONAI Imaging Framework Fast-Tracked to Production to Accelerate AI in Healthcare

NVIDIA Launches Inception Alliance with GE Healthcare and Nuance to Accelerate Medical Imaging AI Startups

Just over 125 years ago, on Nov. 8, 1895, the world’s first X ray image was captured. It was a breakthrough that set the stage for the modern medical imaging industry.

Over the decades, an entire ecosystem of medical imaging hardware and software came to be, with AI startups now playing a key role within it.

Today we’re announcing the NVIDIA Inception Alliance for...

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NVIDIA Launches Inception Alliance with GE Healthcare and Nuance to Accelerate Medical Imaging AI Startups

Globe recreates Christmas for all Filipinos in this year's fully digital Wonderful World of Globe

Christmas is fast approaching and yet, the realities of celebrating the holidays with a pandemic can be difficult for most Filipino families today. Despite this, the desire to enjoy our usual holiday activities and observe cherished local traditions remain strong in many of us. After all, the true spirit of Christmas is about hope, joy, and the eternal anticipation of good tidings.

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Globe recreates Christmas for all Filipinos in this year's fully digital Wonderful World of Globe

Pru Life UK continues its health dialogue series on telemedicine with partners from the government and health sector

Pru Life UK reaffirmed its commitment to digital health with the webinar Telemedicine: Accelerating Access of Filipinos to Quality Universal Health Care. Held on November 24, the second installment of the Healthscape PH Dialogue Series under PRUWise Webinars brought together key stakeholders to discuss the latest developments in digital and mobile health, telemedicine, the Universal...

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Pru Life UK continues its health dialogue series on telemedicine with partners from the government and health sector

8 Best Practices while Working from Home

Since the start of lockdowns and community quarantine, organizations across all sectors saw the need to keep their employees safe from contracting COVID 19 while ensuring business continuity. This led to the adoption of new, flexible working setups, such as working from home, as part of the ‘new normal.’

Adapting work from home protocols, however, can be a challenge...

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8 Best Practices while Working from Home

PREPARE PLAN B FOR YOUR INTERNET ACCESS EMERGENCIES WITH SKY FIBER

Having a back up internet plan is a way to avert the costs of sudden loss of internet connectivity of one’s primary internet plan. This is the basic entrepreneurial advice that Chinkee Tan, a financial coach, author, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur, lives by.  

“As an entrepreneur or homemaker, we cannot afford to lose our internet since we cannot miss...

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PREPARE PLAN B FOR YOUR INTERNET ACCESS EMERGENCIES WITH SKY FIBER

Pru Life UK spearheads discussions on Telemedicine at PRUWise Webinar’s Healthscape PH

Pru Life UK, in partnership with the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) and the British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (BCCP), is set to conduct the latest edition of PRUWise Webinar’s Healthscape PH on November 24, 2020 at 10 am via Zoom.

In line with the company’s advocacy on mobile health, the webinar, themed “Telemedicine Accelerating...

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Pru Life UK spearheads discussions on Telemedicine at PRUWise Webinar’s Healthscape PH

ABS-CBN FUSES iWANT AND TFC.tv, LAUNCHES NEW STREAMING SERVICE “iWANTTFC” FOR FILIPINOS WORLDWIDE

ABS CBN has merged its two streaming platforms to provide entertainment, news, and information to Filipinos wherever they are in the world as it launches the bigger and better iWantTFC, the first Filipino subscription based streaming service available globally.

iWantTFC, which is available through the web on iwanttfc.com and on iOS and Android apps, allows users to choose from...

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ABS-CBN FUSES iWANT AND TFC.tv, LAUNCHES NEW STREAMING SERVICE “iWANTTFC” FOR FILIPINOS WORLDWIDE

Tuloy Pa Rin ang Pasko: TM FunPasko Brings the Joys of Pinoy Christmas Traditions Online

A typical Pinoy Christmas is not complete without two things: family and traditions. While this year’s celebration may be different from what we are used to, as long as the family is together, tuloy pa rin ang Pasko ng mga Pilipino. Traditions such as yearly gift giving, caroling, and movie marathons, on the other hand, have to be done in new ways due to current limitations.

To...

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Tuloy Pa Rin ang Pasko: TM FunPasko Brings the Joys of Pinoy Christmas Traditions Online

Gearing up for the new era of Telehealth: Is your facility keeping up with the rising demands for Virtual Health?

The current global health crisis has highlighted the value of virtual health through telehealth, telemedicine, or remote patient monitoring. Due to lockdowns and community quarantines, healthcare organizations, ranging from large hospitals to small independent physicians, are now adopting telehealth systems to continue providing services to their patients.

Recognizing the advantages of...

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Gearing up for the new era of Telehealth: Is your facility keeping up with the rising demands for Virtual Health?

Globe announces “People's Champ” Manny Pacquiao as newest Brand Ambassador

Globe announced that it has partnered with twelve time, eight division world champion, Manny Pacquiao, as its brand ambassador. The partnership is in line with the telco's position to stay closer to its customers who are reeling from the impact of the pandemic and the current economic downturn.

“Manny is the epitome of a true global Filipino, a homegrown talent who rises above...

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Globe announces “People's Champ” Manny Pacquiao as newest Brand Ambassador

Globe At Home Powers Digital Learning for Public Schools with WiFi2TEACH Program

With the recent opening of classes for public schools, the shift to distance learning poses a challenge for both teachers and students. Aside from navigating this new way of learning, they also have to think about where to get devices such as laptops and tablets they can use for classes, and of course, access to a reliable home internet connection.

Under its WiFi2TEACH program in...

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Globe At Home Powers Digital Learning for Public Schools with WiFi2TEACH Program

HP Smart: A best-in-class productivity app to power remote working and learning

With the advent of technology, people have taken their schools and businesses across different devices. Whether they are back in the office or continuing to telecommute, work fluidity is of great importance for people as they explore convenient and efficient ways to fulfill their day to day tasks.

One of the most pivotal things when it comes to work operations is having access to a...

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HP Smart: A best-in-class productivity app to power remote working and learning

Why online grocery shopping is for smart buyers like you

Thanks to technology—our silver lining amidst this global pandemic—we were able to digitize everyday activities to manage our lifestyle shift.

Now, even the most mundane yet essential tasks such as grocery shopping have transitioned online to service the needs of every household in the easiest and safest way possible. MetroMart, the leading grocery shopping app in the...

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Why online grocery shopping is for smart buyers like you

Landmark is now on MetroMart

Two retail giants are working hand in hand to provide a convenient and safer shopping experience for Filipinos.

The global health crisis might have altered our lifestyles and adjusted even the simplest of our day to day routines, but online platforms have been rapidly innovating to improve the quality of life during these unusual times. One key platform is MetroMart, the leading online...

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Landmark is now on MetroMart

ANC and TeleRadyo programs to reach more Filipinos around the globe

“TV PATROL,” NOW STREAMING WORLDWIDE ON YT & FB, LIVE AND ON DEMAND

Filipinos worldwide will now have free access to “TV Patrol” and other ABS CBN news programs on YouTube, Facebook, and various ABS CBN digital platforms.

ABS CBN’s flagship newscast anchored by “Kabayan” Noli de Castro, Bernadette Sembrano, and...

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ANC and TeleRadyo programs to reach more Filipinos around the globe

We hope you are safe! #OneGlobe Response for #UlyssesPH

Extending help to our customers, families and communities affected by Typhoon #UlyssesPH. Here are the ways #OneGlobe is providing relief and response.

Special product offers will also be extended to our affected customers.

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We hope you are safe! #OneGlobe Response for #UlyssesPH

Join the 100 Steps Challenge for 'Pantawid ng Pag-Ibig': SKY PARTNERS WITH RUNRIO FOR VIRTUAL RUN

Runners now have a chance to quench their thirst to complete a marathon even in the new normal sans the crowds and throng of other runners as SKY presents the third and final leg of the RUNRIO Trilogy Run Asia Virtual Run happening from November 28 to December 12.

In a virtual run, participants can run the distance they registered within their neighborhood or even on a treadmill at...

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Join the 100 Steps Challenge for 'Pantawid ng Pag-Ibig': SKY PARTNERS WITH RUNRIO FOR VIRTUAL RUN

Converge ICT Helps Create More Jobs for BPOs in the Philippines

Converge ICT Solutions, Inc., the country’s fastest growing pure end to end fiber internet service provider, continues to ramp up its customer support services through outsourcing from FBC Asia Pacific and Pilipinas Teleserv, Inc, among its partners. Despite the challenges the pandemic has brought many industries, Converge ICT continues to forge ahead in its expansion. Along with it is...

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Converge ICT Helps Create More Jobs for BPOs in the Philippines

87% of Filipinos who were polled increase use of digital payments during pandemic—PayPal

New survey reveals that online consumers prefer cashless in the new normal

  • 93% of Filipino consumers surveyed preferred digital payments over cash during pandemic.
  • From May to August this year, 61% of survey respondents said they had bought from online stores based overseas.
  • 7 of 10 Filipinos who were surveyed expect to shop more from international...

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87% of Filipinos who were polled increase use of digital payments during pandemic—PayPal

Twitter Insights: Retail Therapy during COVID-19 Lockdown

The #StayAtHome period made 78% of Filipinos on Twitter go online to purchase products

Twitter, as the go to place for #WhatsHappening in the Philippines, is a hotspot for conversations around the latest buys and online shopping sprees. Along with this is the evolution of how consumers behave and what they openly share regarding their buying habits. These insights can help...

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Twitter Insights: Retail Therapy during COVID-19 Lockdown

Globe provides free unli call, text to all Globe Prepaid and TM customers in Catanduanes, Albay, Camarines Sur

Globe is giving free unlimited calls and texts to Globe/TM for three days to all its prepaid customers in Catanduanes, Albay and Camarines Sur to help them get in touch with their loved ones. The three provinces are among the hardest hit by Typhoon Rolly.

Globe Prepaid customers will also get 50MB for surfing while TM users can enjoy 50 texts to all networks. Likewise, Globe Prepaid/TM...

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Globe provides free unli call, text to all Globe Prepaid and TM customers in Catanduanes, Albay, Camarines Sur

UP-CLOSE: The SAMSUNG Galaxy Z Fold2 5G's Multifaceted Design

Samsung crafted the Galaxy Z Fold2 5G to empower users to be just as determined, flexible, and confident as the smartphone itself. The latest premium device unfolds more ways to juggle different roles now more than ever.

Built for Broadening Horizons

The Galaxy Z Fold2 5G’s delicately refined UI elevates the overall user experience quality. When folded...

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UP-CLOSE: The SAMSUNG Galaxy Z Fold2 5G's Multifaceted Design

Ways to power work and play according to SAMSUNG Galaxy Note20 ambassadors

The Galaxy Note20 Series is crafted for multi hyphenates who want to be on top of their game. For these individuals, being able to seamlessly switch between work and play means being able to control and optimize their lives.

Galaxy Note20 Series ambassadors Catriona Gray, Erwan Heussaff, Bianca Gonzalez, and Gino Quillamor believe that there are numerous ways to power through work and...

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Ways to power work and play according to SAMSUNG Galaxy Note20 ambassadors

SAMSUNG Air Conditioners introduce innovations to help businesses adapt to the new normal workplace

Samsung recently partnered with Rockwell Land to launch the Samsung WindFree™ 4Way Cassette with air purifying panel, across Rockwell workspaces in Metro Manila.

This new air conditioning system is the first in the Philippines to use WindFree™ technology in the workplace. Now equipped with air purifying panel, the Samsung WindFree™ 4Way Cassette System is designed to...

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SAMSUNG Air Conditioners introduce innovations to help businesses adapt to the new normal workplace

The HP Smart Tank 515 All-in-One Wireless Printer: Your best and smartest companion for your home printing needs

Contrary to what others may think, today’s “new normal” when it comes to learning and working from home is not just about choosing the right computer or the fastest internet connection.

There is still the need to print since Learning from Home (LFH) or Working from Home (WFH) is not entirely and purely 100% digital or virtual.

For students, there are learning...

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The HP Smart Tank 515 All-in-One Wireless Printer: Your best and smartest companion for your home printing needs

Google and Lazada Provide Free Digital Skills Training to Online Sellers

Training courses now available to all merchants on the Lazada University portal and small businesses in Southeast Asia on the Grow with Google website

Google and Lazada today announced free training courses for online sellers that will equip them with digital skills and help their businesses grow. Ahead of the busy holiday shopping season, the partnership aims to provide small...

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Google and Lazada Provide Free Digital Skills Training to Online Sellers

ABS-CBN FILMS STARTS RELEASE OF NEW MOVIES STRAIGHT TO STREAMING

Kicking off with Kim Chiu’s “U Turn”

ABS CBN Films allows Filipino moviegoers worldwide to finally watch newly produced local movies on digital, cable, and satellite TV in the safety of their homes while most cinemas remain closed due to the pandemic risk. 

It has partnered with streaming platform iWantTFC and digital site KTX.ph to reach Filipino...

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ABS-CBN FILMS STARTS RELEASE OF NEW MOVIES STRAIGHT TO STREAMING

This Halloween, there's no reason to be scared to go cashless!: Four ways to safely celebrate Halloween at home with PayMaya 

Even though there aren’t any real Halloween parties this year, that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate the spookiest holiday at home! For those who still want to make the most of Halloween, there’s always a way to have fun at home—especially with the help of digital tools like PayMaya. 
 
Here’s how you can still have a good Halloween...

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This Halloween, there's no reason to be scared to go cashless!: Four ways to safely celebrate Halloween at home with PayMaya 

A look into education’s new normal: DepEd shares insights on the first weeks of classes

Various industries in the Philippines are already on their slow but steady path to recovery and that includes the education sector. Despite the compromises and major changes made in the educational system to navigate through the now normal, the Department of Education (DepEd) has successfully opened classes for SY 2020 2021.

“DepEd recognizes the challenges of the school year...

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A look into education’s new normal: DepEd shares insights on the first weeks of classes

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