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Bayad seals partnership with BillEase for more convenient payment options

Bayad, the pioneer brand in the outsourced payment collection system, has partnered with BillEase, a top-rated consumer finance app, to enable customers to settle their bills in a more convenient way via installments. Under the partnership, users of the BillEase mobile app can now pay their bills through two cardless installment options namely Pay Later for expenses up to ₱1000, and Pay Monthly over a period of three, six, nine, or 12 months for tickets with interest rates up to 3.49%. “Our partnership with Bayad plays a pivotal role in the promotion of financial inclusion and digitalization in the country, as we enable accessible and convenient bills payment services that aim to help our customers manage all their finances in one app,” said Georg Steiger, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of BillEase. The new feature is due to the integration of the Bayad bills payment feature in the BillEase mobile app, enabling a one-stop-shop service solution for its customers since they ca

HUAWEI nova 11 Pro preview

More than a month after HUAWEI officially launched the HUAWEI nova 11 Series smartphones in the Philippines, the company sent us the top model of the series, the HUAWEI nova 11 Pro. HUAWEI introduced the nova 11 Pro along with its siblings, namely the HUAWEI nova 11 and the HUAWEI nova 11i. Let us take a quick look at what the prime member of the lineup has to offer. The most outstanding physical feature of the HUAWEI nova 11 Pro is its nova monogram vegan leather design on the back, which HUAWEI claims as the industry's first debossing process for vegan leather. Apart from the green color (the phone is also available in black), the nova 11 Pro exclaims eco-friendliness and sustainability with its use of vegan or faux leather, which means that the company harmed no animal in manufacturing the material. Besides providing the nova 11 Pro with a unique look, vegan leather enhances grip and maneuverability when handling the smartphone. On the front, the HUAWEI nova 11 Pro boasts a 6.78-i

Acer launches Acer Day 2023 campaign urging everyone to #AceYourWorld

The much-awaited annual Acer Day celebration has returned with a superior and more exciting lineup of activities. Alongside bigger promotions on Acer products, the brand has set bolder goals to provide innovative products that enhance productivity and elevate the digital experience. This year's theme, #AceYourWorld, is all about empowering and motivating individuals to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Whether you're a student, a gamer, a professional, or an entrepreneur, Acer Day 2023 encourages you to take charge of your destiny and make your mark in the world. This year's Acer Day holds a special significance as Acer Philippines celebrates its 20th anniversary in the country. Acer Philippines has been hosting this regional campaign for the past three years, aiming to provide individuals with resources and tools to develop new skills, build confidence, and break through barriers that may hold them back. Acer's goal is to create a movement of people committed to liv

With OPPO smartphones, everyone can take pictures like a pro

Camera and imaging technology have long been vital focuses for OPPO, where substantial investments in research and development on imaging technology have led to breakthroughs subsequently. In 2023, OPPO positioned imaging technology at the center of its development strategy. It solidified the company's commitment with a dedicated imaging team of over 1,000 professionals working with an annual R&D budget of over US$140 million. But even with such large investments, OPPO’s aim has never been to develop fringe camera features like night vision or hyper zoom lenses. Instead, OPPO is devoted to enhancing photography performance at the focal lengths most commonly used by smartphone users. OPPO strives to empower individuals to effortlessly capture the magic of each moment with a simple tap of a button. As part of these efforts, OPPO has established the Photography Insights Team composed primarily of professional photographers whose mission is to critically analyze the shortcomings or limit

Here's where you can get affordable, accessible dengue coverage for the whole family

39,947. These are the number of reported dengue cases in the Philippines as of April 2023, according to the World Health Organization. This figure is 43% higher compared to the same period last year. Just as we are recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, and along with the onset of the rainy season, diseases like dengue are gaining unwelcome traction. As we bounce back from the economic blow of the pandemic, the question is: are our family budgets enough to financially deal with dengue? For Pioneer Insurance, the answer is yes — for the price of only ₱350! Pioneer MediCash Dengue Insurance offers 12-month coverage and is available through a few clicks away anytime through insureshop.ph. Equivalent to less than ₱1 per day for a one-year cover, your mind will be at ease knowing that you have a financial safety net in case dengue gets you. “We want to disprove the myth that health insurance is expensive and complicated,” says Len Pozon, Pioneer FVP for Marketing. “We are doing this by

Packetworx spearheads The Internet of Things Conference 2023 in PH

June 26th marked the launch of the Internet of Things Conference 2023, a collaborative effort of Packetworx Inc, event and community partners, and the Department of Information Communications Technology (DICT), which is set to ignite the conversation on the importance of promoting, adopting, and developing IoT Technology across the Philippines. The alliance emphasizes the shared commitment to driving digital transformation and fostering innovation nationwide. DICT Undersecretary Jocelle Batapa-Sigue for ICT Industry and Development delivered the keynote address, sharing her expertise and insights on the role of IoT in shaping the future of the Philippines. In an increasingly interconnected world, the Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing industries and societies alike. From smart cities to precision agriculture, IoT applications have the potential to enhance efficiency, drive economic growth, and improve the quality of life for all Filipinos.

Smart and Dark League Studios join forces to further grow esports in the Philippines

PLDT wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has teamed up with Esports event management and production team, Dark League Studios (DLS) to further advance Esports and empower aspiring gamers from the grassroots to level up to the pro leagues and become national athletes. Smart and DLS will also work together to bring more exciting and immersive gaming experiences through the Smart GIGA Arena, the country's first all-in-one Esports platform that offers tournament experience to amateur players of popular games including Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Call of Duty Mobile, Player’s Unknown Battleground, and League of Legends Wild Rift. The partnership will allow Smart to further grow GIGA Arena in terms of the number of tournaments, onboarding of game developers, and provide consumer centric activities within the platform. Since its launch in 2022, Smart GIGA Arena has hosted over 2 million users in nearly 1,000 tournaments, offering more than PHP 4.2 million in prizes. Thr

Eastern Communications amplifies high tech and high touch initiatives

Philippine premier telecommunications company Eastern Communications continues to champion its high-tech and high-touch promise, as it fortifies its offerings with up-to-date digital essentials and a more personalized customer experience. With the rise of digital operations in various sectors, Eastern Communications amps up its wide array of cybersecurity and cloud services to assist organizations in achieving efficient and secure digitalization. Based on the telco’s research, several industries such as the supply chain, finance, tourism, and public sector are in need of cybersecurity and cloud solutions to solve some of their pain points. With this, Eastern identified key business essentials that industries need to help them move forward in their digital transformation journey. The “Evolve Every Day Essentials'' include Eastern Cloud, Eastern SASE, and Eastern cybersecurity services. For instance, the public sector’s implementation of eGov apps requires sophisticated digital securi

Cebuana Lhuillier Academy: A testimony of commitment to learning and development

PJ Lhuillier, Inc. (PJLI)’s commitment to continuous learning and development is best symbolized by the Cebuana Lhuillier Academy, a four-hectare facility located at the heart of Antipolo City, dedicated exclusively for the use of its more than 9,000-strong workforce. The company behind micro financial services giant Cebuana Lhuillier, established the Academy more than fifteen years ago to provide a dedicated space where its employees—from senior level executives to customer-facing frontliners—can attend and learn from the many seminars, workshops, and even team-building activities offered for free to its employees. With multiple classrooms that can accommodate small classes to a training hall that can fit more than a hundred attendees, its own swimming pool, an open space steeped in greenery, and its very own lodging facility that can comfortably accommodate close to 500 attendees at any given time, the facility serves as a haven for learning for Ka-Cebuanas nationwide. Jean Henri L

Celebrate the mid-year with realme 6.6 Mega Sale

realme Philippines welcomes the middle of 2023 with a mid-year 6.6 sale on Shopee and Lazada, giving away vouchers and freebies besides irresistible discounts for everyone. The realme 6.6 Mega Sale is the perfect excuse for an upgrade or to reward oneself after a buzzing first half of the year! From June 6-8, realme is offering up to 59% OFF during the Shopee 6.6 Mid-Year Sale on the realme C-Series and realme 10 (8GB + 128GB). Every purchase of select smartphones comes with a FREE Globe SIM card. Meanwhile, customers who buy the realme 10 Pro+ 5G (12GB + 256GB) get a FREE TechLife Power Bank 100000mAh along with a FREE TechLife Portable Blender 40W. Customers can also get 15% OFF vouchers for a much sweeter deal and SPayLater for more flexible payment terms! On the flip side, realme is giving up to 64% OFF on select devices from June 6-8 during Sulitipid Sale. Free shipping and cashback are even added to the bargain. Similarly, customers get a FREE Globe SIM card for every purchase

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Bayad seals partnership with BillEase for more convenient payment options

HUAWEI nova 11 Pro preview

Acer launches Acer Day 2023 campaign urging everyone to #AceYourWorld

With OPPO smartphones, everyone can take pictures like a pro

Here's where you can get affordable, accessible dengue coverage for the whole family

Packetworx spearheads The Internet of Things Conference 2023 in PH

Smart and Dark League Studios join forces to further grow esports in the Philippines

Eastern Communications amplifies high tech and high touch initiatives

Cebuana Lhuillier Academy: A testimony of commitment to learning and development

Celebrate the mid-year with realme 6.6 Mega Sale