BDJ RENDEZVOUS: WOMEN IN ACTION

In its continued commitment to encourage women to reach their productivity goals,  Viviamo! Inc., makers of the Belle de Jour Power Planner and Navi: Your Life Navigator Journal, recently concluded its first BDJ Rendezvous for the year entitled ‘Women in Action’’.

BDJ Rendezvous is the community’s on-ground effort to connect and inspire Bellas through a series of inspiring talks and sessions. For this year, Women in Action aimed to help women to be productive, purposeful and active during summer and beyond.

Hosted by vlogger and professional makeup artist Genzel Habab, the event brought together women from different ages in an afternoon of fun and learning at the 2nd level of The Podium. Guests were treated to  four engaging talks from distinct individuals who shared their knowledge and expertise about health, wellness, and creative hobbies that they can pursue.

Calligrapher Nicole Sanchez shared her humble beginnings, inspirations, and taught the basics of Calligraphy. Bellas were provided with starter brush pens and worksheets where they tried their hand in calligraphy. Patricia Mirasol, on the other hand, stressed the importance of changing one’s mindset to achieve his/her health and fitness goals.

Business and fitness enthusiast Carla Piscoso related how she once battled with insecurities and low self-esteem back then. She then encouraged Bellas that in order to feel confident about how they look and feel, they should first start with themselves. “It all starts with you,”shared Patricia Mirasol. “The first person that can help you feel and look good is yourself. When you look in the mirror, don’t pinpoint your flaws. Look at yourself and say I am beautiful.”

Lastly, photographer and makeup artist Gorvachev Bernardo discussed about his tips and techniques about basic photography, photo editing and ways to achieve visually appealing photos using a smartphone. Bellas learned that in order to achieve feed goals, they should not overly edit their photos and refrain from zooming in to retain the photos’ quality.

Apart from the series of talks, bellas also enjoyed games that challenged their creativity, collaboration and communication. They were also given a great deal of prizes from both the raffles and games.

BDJ Rendezvous was made possible by its generous sponsors, such as Biore, Browhaus, Cinnabon, Elle, Goldilocks, KitchenAid, MegRhythm, Mystery Manila, Strip Manila, Serenitea, Style Genie and Zenutrients.

Brand partners included Ace Water Spa, Californila, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®, Celeteque, Chef Tony, Coleman, Cupcakes by Sonja, Delicious Diet, Don Henricos, Fitness Gourmet, Flawless, Frankie’s, Happy Skin, Le Garb, Lipault, McDonald’s, Nono’s, Oster, Parisian, Potato Corners, RedBox, Revlon, Scribe, Subic Grand Seas, Wacoal and Wingstop.

Inquirer Pop, Woman.ph and Wheninmanila.com also served as the event’s media partners.

For more information about the Belle De Jour community, visit ilovebdj.com or check out BDJ’s official Facebook and Instagram pages @BDJBuzz. You can also join in the community’s special groups for exclusive announcements and perks @thebellatribe and @bdjplanwithme.

POWER MAC CENTER GIVES YOU A CHANCE TO WIN A TRIP TO EL NIDO

Summer days are made for adventure and fun and luckily for us, the Philippines has no shortage of beautiful places to discover. This summer, Power Mac Center (PMC) is giving you a chance to explore one of the best islands in the world ─ El Nido, Palawan!

The premier Apple partner flew its brand ambassadors ahead to explore the amazing islands of El Nido to show how you can conquer new grounds and make unforgettable memories. Bringing their favorite summer adventure must-haves from Power Mac Center, Iza Calzado, Kaila Estrada, Daniel Matsunaga, Tommy Esguerra, Vanessa Matsunaga, and Ben Wintle were all out in their journey to escape the city and truly enjoyed a life without worries.

You too can take the first step to #FindingParadise by joining Power Mac Center’s ultimate summer giveaway! Simply visit Power Mac Center and purchase any of the featured products from participating lifestyle partners Catalyst (waterproof cases), DJI (drones), GoPro (action cameras), LACIE (external hard drives), Marley(wireless headphones), STM (laptop bags), and Thule (travel bags) to earn raffle entries.

It’s the perfect excuse to get those new accessories you’ve been eyeing. Whether it’s a fancy drone for capturing breathtaking sceneries, the latest action camera to record your inner daredevil, or perhaps a heavy-duty hard drive for when you just can’t leave work even when on holiday, there’s certainly something Power Mac Center can offer the digital nomad in you. Make sure your beloved iPhone or MacBook is protected from the elements so you can lounge all you want with a good book and some music to keep you company.

“These days, gadgets and accessories are part of our lifestyle. If summer to you means sun on your shoulders, sand in your toes, and the melodious crashing of the waves, then by all means, go ahead. Power Mac Center proves that you can take your favorite stylish tech accessories to any adventure ─ paradise included,” said Power Mac Center Marketing Director Joey Alvarez.

Three very lucky winners will get free roundtrip tickets for two (2) to El Nido, Palawan via AirSWIFT, plus hotel accommodations in Casa Kalaw at Lio Beach for 3 days and 2 nights. AirSWIFT is the only airline offering flights from Manila to El Nido, whereas Casa Kalaw is nestled within Lio Tourism Estate, the first eco-masterplanned development in the island. It’s indeed the ultimate dream vacation anyone can ask for!

Promo runs from May 1 to 31, 2018. For the full mechanics and contest details, visit Power Mac Center (@powermaccenter) on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, orYouTube.

Per DTI-FTEB Permit No. 4168. Series of 2018.

STARBUCKS GRANDE WEDNESDAY IS BACK

Start the month of May in a grand way, because Starbucks Grande Wednesday is back. Make sure to celebrate every wednesday with fun and refreshing Frappuccino® flavors to cool you down this summer. Starbucks Grande Wednesday prepared a set of beverages that will suit yourself with for only 100Php.

May 2
MATCHA HAZELNUT FRAPPUCCINO
Your favorite Green Tea Frappuccino® is infused with sweet and buttery Hazelnut syrup to create a popular combination of flavors! Whipped cream and a dash of matcha powder complete this drink.

May 9
ALMOND JELLY CREAM FRAPPUCCINO
Aromatic Almond syrup blended with milk and over our signature coffee jelly cubes make a light and refreshing Frappuccino® drink. This beverage is finished with whipped cream for just the right amount of creaminess.

May 16
STRAWBERRY CUPCAKE CREAM FRAPPUCCINO
Frappuccino® chips dense with chocolate and coffee taste are blended into Vanilla Frappuccino® then mixed with sweet-tangy strawberry sauce for the perfect pink indulgent beverage! Toppings of whipped cream and strawberry sauce make this an Instagram-ready drink.

May 23
BUTTERBEER FRAPPUCCINO
Caramel lovers, rejoice! Caramel and Toffee Nut syrup blended into coffee Frappuccino® make a delectable concoction. Buttery-sweet caramel drizzle toppings contrast beautifully with the vanilla notes of regular whipped cream.

May 30
CANDYMINT FRAPPUCCINO
You can never go wrong with chocolate, mint and coffee. Our classic Mocha Frappuccino® with extra chocolate flavor is infused with mint syrup for a splash of cool, complementing the intense coffee notes of this drink. Chocolate drizzle over regular whipped cream lend more chocolaty goodness to this beverage.

HAVE A SUMMER STRONG HAIR WITH LIMITED EDITION PANTENE UV RESCUE

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the country’s beautiful beaches, snorkel in its inviting waters, or go for a dive into a deep blue pool. It is also a great time to enjoy fun activities under the blazing sun, whether it is for outdoor water activities, weekend hikes, biking around or just relaxing sunbathing.

Unfortunately, despite all the fun that the season brings, it can spell trouble for your hair. The intense heat from the sun can damages your hair, leaving it brittle and dry. The heat from the sun during summer season comes to its peak, with the Solar UV index regularly rising above average, especially in a tropical country like the Philippines. UV rays dehydrate the hair and break down its essential protein. If you go swimming, salt in beach waters as well as chlorine in swimming pools can cause further damage on your hair. We protect our skin from the UV, yet usually not our hair despite it being 3x more vulnerable to sun damage.

The NEW Limited Edition Pantene UV Rescue Shampoo and 3 Minute Miracle conditioner is your best partner to keep your Summer Strong with Hair Stronger Than The Sun! They can protect your hair from the sun, chlorine from swimming pool, and salt from beach water—elements that can severely damage your hair especially during the hottest season of the year. It also comes in a new and sunny packaging design inspired by the song, “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini.” You can keep your hair healthy and strong this summer with a shampoo and conditioner that is just as trendy as you!

 

How does Pantene UV Rescue work on your hair?

To address these summer hair aggressors, Pantene UV Rescue offers a three-phased approach to prepare your hair BEFORE contact with sun and heat stressors, shield damage DURING contact, and then repair, replenish and rehydrate hair AFTER sun exposure and contact with salt or chlorinated water.

Pantene UV Rescue shampoo with its Pro-V formula gives hair protection from root to tip. It provides optimum care that goes deep within the core of your hair, giving it the antioxidants and the hydration it needs for each strand to be strong. It is perfect with the Pantene UV Rescue 3 Minute Miracle conditioner that can repair 3 months’ worth of hair damage and infused with the power of an ampoule that can add further hydration to your hair and instantly boost its smoothness and shine. Pantene UV Rescue 3 Minute Miracle gives your hair deeper long-lasting moisture that is lightweight and without the greasy feel you hate. We recommend to use Pantene UV Rescue 3 Minute Miracle before swimming and after. Before swim application creates a layer of protection before the hair gets in contact with salt water or chlorine, keeping hair moisturized and smooth contrary to the sticky, dry and damaged feel we get after a long day of swimming under the sun. Then of course, after swim use provides deep moisture and repair.

Enjoy the sun and the sea without worrying about hair damage. Lazada is having their annual Birthday Sale from April 25 to 27, so make sure you visit  http://lazada.com.ph/pantene and find exciting promos that will make you #BeSummerStrong today!

Purchase Pantene UV Rescue shampoo in 12ml for 5 PHP, and 170ml, 340ml and 480ml for 115 PHP, 206 PHP and 285 PHP respectively at lazada.com.ph/pantene.

Purchase Pantene UV Rescue 3 Minute Miracle Conditioner in 9ml for 5 PHP, and 180ml and 340ml for 159 PHP, and 259 PHP at lazada.com.ph/pantene.

For more information about Pantene UV Rescue, visit www.pantene.com.ph and follow Pantene Philippines (@panteneph) on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

LIVE HAPPY, STAY HEALTHY WITH LG

Your home is more than just four walls and a roof—it is a living space, a sanctuary for resting and restoring the mind, a place for peace with your loved ones. But sometimes modern life has other ideas, filling up our precious time with endless chores. In between making sure our rooms are dust-free, seeing to it that the fridge is well-stocked with fresh produce, and trying to cook healthy food for our families to consume, most of us don’t really get to enjoy home as a space for optimal rest and relaxation.  

Good thing, innovative technology is slowly beginning to invade every corner of our residences, providing time-saving, user-friendly devices that are meeting the needs of consumers rather than simply serving as the latest techie gadgets. Home appliances are constantly evolving into nifty, consumer-centric machines that make our lives easier—and our homes considerably cleaner. From vacuuming to clearing the air of pollutants to helping you cook in the most efficient way, these intelligent gadgets allow you to automate time-consuming actions, freeing up time so you can do the things you really enjoy.

LG Electronics has recognized the changing landscape of our homes, and is providing ingeniously designed solutions that encourage you to pursue a healthier and more productive life. With their energy-efficient motors, intuitive add-ons and sophisticated design, today’s home appliances and kitchen gadgets fulfill almost any domestic wish and assure that you'll never have to see housework as a chore again. You have the LG Hom-Bot, a robotic vacuum that can clean your floors and carpets while you’re away, allowing you to come back to a dust-free home every day. Then there’s the LG DualCool airconditioner, a green home machine with an Auto Clean feature that prevents the growth of bacteria and mold, thus providing a cleaner and more pleasant home environment.

LG also understands that eating healthy is essential to a happy life, and has created inspirational yet practical appliances that help people enjoy fresh, homemade food that enhance their well-being. The LG InstaView Door-in-Door fridge has a mirrored glass panel that lights up with two quick knocks and allows you to see inside an easy access compartment without opening the door, reducing cold air loss to help keep food fresher longer. This kitchen keeper also has a FRESHBalancer feature that keeps your fruits and veggies in optimal condition by adjusting the right amount of humidity; a Moist Balance Crisper that maintains moisture levels; and HygieneFRESH+, a five-step air filter that eliminates up to 99.99 percent bacteria, as well as bad odor.

Cooking also becomes a more pleasurable task with LG’s smart ovens. These handy helpers are equipped with settings that cook food more efficiently, lock nutrients in, and keep unhealthy fats and sodium out. In addition, LG’s Lightwave Oven Technology offers a multi-heating system that allows you to prepare healthier, gourmet-standard food with the minimum amount of fuss.

The ultimate purpose of innovation is to help create a future where people can enjoy the best quality of life possible. As more and more technology is interwoven into LG’s products, these smart appliances will help create a great deal of synergy in your home, making life easy and comfortable, and allowing you to surround yourself and your loved ones with happiness.

PETRON TURBO DIESEL FIELD TEST DELIVERS OUTSTANDING RESULTS

As a fuel innovator, industry leader Petron Corporation is continuously looking for ways to provide Filipino motorists with the best possible products in the market. Having achieved recognition as the best gasoline in the country for its Petron Blaze 100 Euro 6, the company’s R&D team recently enhanced the formulation of its premium Petron Turbo Diesel to be the best diesel in the Philippines. Thus, last January, the Petron TriAction Performance Run – Diesel Edition took off from Manila to Baguio for a week-long series of tests on challenging mountain roads from Baguio to Ambuklao, and then from Baguio to Halsema, the highest elevation in the Philippine highway system, before finishing with a fuel economy run from Baguio back to Manila.

Outstanding Performance Across Vehicle Types

Faced with the challenge of measuring improvements in engine power, engine response, and acceleration, test drivers were asked to rate the performance of different diesel fuels in a stringent double blind procedure. Using a different diesel fuel each day for four days, the drivers drove the same winding, uphill-downhill route from Baguio City to Ambuklao Dam and back. All these while keenly observing whether there was an immediate engine response when going uphill after slowing down on a sharp curve, or if the engine does not feel strained when carrying a full load, or if the vehicle is able to accelerate smoothly even on long uphill climbs.

To ensure that Petron Turbo Diesel is able to deliver optimum performance across vehicle types, different vehicle categories and brands were included in the field test. The test vehicles consisted of a BMW X1, a European luxury subcompact crossover; a Toyota Innova, the market leading utility vehicle; a Honda CR-V Diesel, the 2017 Car of the Year-Philippines; a Nissan Urvan, a popular people-mover; a Ford Everest and Ford Ranger to represent the American brand; Isuzu mu-X and Isuzu D-MAX for the leader in commercial vehicles; and a Ssangyong Tivoli XLV, a Korean SUV model.

When asked to rank the test fuels—designated only by letter codes—in the daily runs, the consolidated results indicated that Petron Turbo Diesel was rated by the drivers as delivering the best performance in terms of power, engine response, and acceleration.

Improved Fuel Economy

Following the test protocol of the Department of Energy (DOE) Fuel Economy Run, the vehicles traversed some 230.7-kilometers from the Petron station on Kisad Road, Baguio City, going through the relatively busy Marcos Highway, then on to the Tarlac-Pangasian-La Union Expressway (TPLEX), the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX), the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), ending at Petron NLEX Southbound in Bocaue, Bulacan.

All vehicles delivered outstanding results, averaging 20% better than the official Fuel Efficiency Ratings (FER) posted in the 2017 DOE Fuel Economy Run. For example, the BMW X1 achieved 34.08km/L, which is 43% better than the 23.88km/L recorded in the DOE Run. The Honda CR-V’s fuel consumption improved by 19% to 28.52km/L from 23.96km/L. The fuel efficiency results were similarly impressive for the other vehicles, as follows: Ford Everest – 27.21km/L; Toyota Innova – 23.4km/L; Ssangyong Tivoli XLV – 22.6km/L; Isuzu mu-X – 19.97km/L; Isuzu D=MAX – 18.44km/L; Nissan Urvan – 17.22km/L; and Ford Ranger – 17.08km/L.

The Petron TriAction Performance Run – Diesel Edition was observed and certified by representatives from Department of Energy (DOE), Automobile Association of the Philippines (AAP), and the Car Awards Group Inc. (CAGI).

Enhanced Diesel Formulation

Petron Turbo Diesel has been further enhanced as a high-performance, technologically-advanced fuel. With robust multi-functional additives in its improved formulation, this superior diesel fuel has been designed to unleash the full power and optimum performance of the most advanced and sophisticated diesel engines. Petron Turbo Diesel has high ignition quality and combustibility that maximize fuel energy conversion for maximum engine power and efficiency. It has the ability to effectively clean up and keep clean the fuel injection system to deliver exceptional protection and sustained optimum performance. 

Like all other Petron fuels, the enhanced formulation of Petron Turbo Diesel allows motorists to enjoy greater benefits from Petron’s TriAction Advantage which are: (1) better engine protection for longer engine life; (2) better mileage for longer drives; and (3) better power. 

In real world driving conditions, through the most challenging uphill-downhill and winding terrains, Petron Turbo Diesel has proven that Filipino motorists can enjoy more savings on maintenance and fuel consumption while getting the best driving experience from their vehicle.

BEAT THE SUMMER HEAT WITH HEAD & SHOULDERS

Summer is all about fun and excitement. It is the best time to enjoy your days outdoors, book a trip to the beach, and take a refreshing dip in the cool waters as you soak up the warm sunshine. However, summer is also the peak season when people become more prone to itching and dandruff. Moreover, the summer heat can be harsh to your scalp and even cause excessive sweating, which leaves you feeling irritable and uncool.

If you’ve been scratching your head wondering how you can deal with dandruff and itching even while under the blazing sun, just read on to find out how some of the coolest online stars get to #KeepACoolHead this summer.

Athletes Nico Bolzico, Jeron Teng, and Kianna Dy; travelers An Estrada, En Estrada, Chie Filomeno, Janina Manipol, and Cha Ocampo; plus vloggers Michelle Dy and Haley Dasovich; all share a common secret to staying cool in this sizzling weather—they are proud Head & Shoulders ambassadors that swear by the limited edition summer variants that let them keep cool this season.

Chie Filomeno, a local TV personality and an avid traveler, is one to go the extra mile to embrace those chill summer days. “I’m always on the go, whether it be for work or for leisure, and I always make it a point to bring my trusty travel essentials that keep me feeling cool and refreshed. When the sun’s high up, I keep the energy up too with a burst of freshness thanks to Head & Shoulders Apple Fresh on some days, and Head & Shoulders Lemon Fresh on other days,” shares Chie.

Made especially for those who want to keep things cool in the hot weather this summer, Head & Shoulders released variants that will keep you feeling AND smelling fresh all day. There’s Head & Shoulders Apple Fresh for that refreshing scent, Head & Shoulders Lemon Fresh for that citrusy lemon blast, and Head & Shoulders Cool Menthol for that minty cooling sensation after every wash. These are available for a limited time only, suited especially for those hot summer days.

With Head & Shoulders, you can go ahead and enjoy the bright and fun days of summer without having to deal with the stress that goes along with the heat, sweat, and grime. Whether you are commuting in the hot city, dressing up for a BBQ with friends, or chasing the sun with some pool-side lounging, there is a Head & Shoulders summer pick for you! You too can #KeepACoolHead all summer long despite the extreme summer environments with Head & Shoulders’ icy menthol and refreshing apple and lemon blasts.

As a cool treat, lucky users who purchased a bottle of shampoo from Lazada were selected through a random draw to meet & greet some of the online personalities that are also proud Head & Shoulders ambassadors! These lucky winners definitely got to #KeepACoolHead, as they spent the day chilling with the likes of Nico Bolzico, An Estrada, En Estrada, Chie Filomeno, Janina Manipol, and Michelle Dy.

It’s time to break the ice: discover how to have the coolest summer yet by experiencing Head & Shoulders Apple Fresh, Head & Shoulders Lemon Fresh, and Head & Shoulders Cool Menthol. Each is priced at Php125.00 for every 170ML shampoo bottle, and they are now available at major supermarkets, sari-sari stores, drugstores, and convenience stores nationwide, as well as in e-commerce. In celebration of the Lazada 6th Birthday Sale from April 25-27, Head & Shoulders will have exciting promos, bundles, and discounts for everyone to get cool summer deals. Keep an eye out on those by visiting https://www.lazada.com.ph/head-and-shoulders-official-store/.

OPPO PHILIPPINES INTRODUCES NEW OPPO F7 WITH ENDORSERS JOSHLIA

OPPO Philippines’ endorsers Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto, officially launched the all-new OPPO F7 smartphone. With a summer vibe themed launch in ABS-CBN’s Sunday entertainment show ASAP, the all-new OPPO F7 took centerstage flaunting its new 25MP front-facing camera with A.I. Beauty Technology 2.0 for more natural looking selfies. 

Highest 25MP Selfie Camera 

The OPPO F7 is the latest smartphone from OPPO, equipped with the highest front facing camera of 25 megapixels with the improved A.I. Beauty Technology 2.0 that can target 296 facial recognition spots for a more precise personalized beauty. It can also now customize up to 4 faces whether male or female, to deliver unique beautification for every person in a frame. 

Additionally, the OPPO F7 features real-time hardware HDR Technology to take a superior range of luminance levels when shot in bright or shaded environments. Selfies are more fun with dedicated augmented reality stickers and a cover shot bokeh effect that blurs the background to highlight the subject further. 

Furthermore, embedded A.I beautification preferences of the user, based on the regular edits made to images in the photo album, and automatically creates similar adjustments on subsequent photos taken on the phone. 

Super Full Screen with Multi-Tasking 

The OPPO F7 embodies a 6.23” Super Full-Screen display with a Full HD+ resolution of 2280x1080 for an enjoyable viewing experience. OPPO maximized the notch screen area with a dedicated multi-tasking toggle to quickly reply to messages or send text messages, users can also quickly take a screenshot or even screen capture to record your gameplay and share immediately. 

New Generation of Performance 

With a new 12mm Octa-Core processor with dedicated A.I. chips, the OPPO F7 is 80% faster than its predecessor, with multi-tasking intended for heavy users thanks to its 4GB RAM. Storage is also upgraded to 64GB with options to expand with its dedicated MicroSD card. 

“The OPPO F7 is our latest offering to our customers, we continue to change the selfie smartphone industry with our ground-breaking technologies such as the A.I. Beauty Technology. With our highest front facing 25MP Selfie Camera, improved performance, screen, and a body to admire, the OPPO F7 will surely be a hit just like any other F series models.” said Eason de Guzman, OPPO Philippines’ Public Relations Manager.

All-New TV Commercial

OPPO F7’s latest TV commercial acknowledges the dilemma of online-bashing, it starts with OPPO endorser Julia receiving derogative statements, which netizens usually comment to anyone and especially to celebrities. But with a real capture of herself, all defamatory statements are overpowered with the acknowledgment of Julia’s celebrity couple, Joshua Garcia.

With a statement “The one who knows you best, sees your true beauty”, OPPO encourages everyone to find and capture their real self for everyone to see. Check out the new TV commercial in the OPPO official Facebook page.

Pre-Order Details

Starting April 12, the OPPO F7 will be available for pre-order in all OPPO authorized resellers until April 20, 2018, customers who will avail within the duration will get a free Olike Magic Music Lamp. Customers who will avail the pre-order are required to deposit Php1,000 in any OPPO authorized store and claim their unit starting April 21, 2018. The OPPO F7 can be availed with the official price of Php17,990 in Solar Red and Moonlight Silver.

Exciting Promos and Freebies

Customers are also encouraged to check out the OPPO Philippines official Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OPPOPH/­ for special promos and upcoming roadshow schedules about the new OPPO F7.

OPPO F7 official specifications

Operating System Color OS 5.0, based on Android 8.1

Processor Helio P60 Octa-Core P60

GPU ARM Mali-G72

RAM 4 GB

Storage 64 GB (Support microSD card up to 256 GB)

Battery 3400mAh

Display

Size 6.23 inches, 19:9 Aspect Ratio

Resolution 2280x1080

Display type IPS

Colors 16 million colors

Camera

Front sensor 25MP with Hardware Sensor HDR + A.I. Beauty Technology 2.0

Aperture Front: 2.0

Rear Camera 16MP with Expert Mode

Aperture Rear: 1.8

Video Mode: 1080P, 720P

Others Portrait Mode, AR Stickers, Vivid Mode

Connectivity

Bluetooth Yes

Wireless 2.4GHz, 5.0GHz

Cellular 2G,3G,4G

SIM Card Type Two 4G LTE slots

Security

Face Unlock As fast as 0.08s

Fingerprint Yes

Pattern, PIN Yes

Color Solar Red, Moonlight Silver

STARBUCKS LAUNCHES MOBILE APP IN THE PHILIPPINES

Starbucks Philippines today announced the expansion of the company’s industry-leading digital ecosystem with the launch of the Starbucks PH® App, a mobile app providing a fast and convenient payment method for customers at more than 300 stores across the market.

The first coffee retailer to offer this innovation in the Philippines, the Starbucks® PH App integrates the popular Starbucks Card payment method and My Starbucks Rewards® on customers’ mobile devices.

Extending the Third Place

A feature called “Shake to Pay” allows customers to shake their phones to bring up a barcode within the app that can be scanned to pay and redeem. The app is linked to their My Starbucks Rewards® account so balances are automatically updated whenever the app is used.

The Starbucks® PH App keeps customers in the loop, making sure they are the first to know the newest product offerings and promos.  Customers are notified whenever new messages are received on the app. Starbucks® PH App users are also in for a treat as they receive special offers and event invitations straight into their app inboxes. As an added bonus, users can also share these offers with friends through email and social media accounts.

Register to a My Starbucks Rewards® account and easily track your Stars and rewards on your phone with the Starbucks® PH App. Pool your Starbucks Cards into one account and deactivate a lost Starbucks Card within the app. Users can even view past transactions and track their balance real time. A feature called “Shake to Pay” allows customers to shake their phones to bring up a barcode within the app that can be scanned to pay and redeem. The app is linked to their My Starbucks Rewards® account so balances are automatically updated whenever the app is used.

The Starbucks ® PH App also helps Starbucks lovers enjoy their favorite beverages anytime, anywhere with its store locator feature. Here, they can be directed to the nearest store along with a list of other recommendations in the vicinity as they search by store name, Starbucks Reserve^® store, drive-thru store, or stores open at the moment.

The app also includes a menu of beverages, food options, packaged whole bean coffee, as well as seasonal offers and a newsfeed with the latest merchandise that Starbucks customers can easily explore.

Download the Starbucks ® PH App on App Store or Google Play Store for access to a wider range of experiences and connect to an exciting network of flavors, rewards, and conveniences right at your fingertips.

IVO WATER PURIFIER ASSURES WATER QUALITY

Owning a purifier, directly attached to the tap, saves a family or office so many pesos a month, ensures their security from strangers, assures water quality that is of the highest purity standard and spares the home or office precious space, otherwise used for storing 5-gallon containers and operating water dispensers. Also, your drinking water would no longer have to be handled and delivered by a third party whose compliance to health and sanitation is hugely unknown. 

One great advantage is that for the environment. Consumers don’t need to buy and throw away water PET bottles, thereby reducing household wastes that otherwise go to the landfills or oceans.

Water purifiers are gaining traction in the local market because of these advantages, plus the fact that there is a wide array of brands and origins to choose from.

A wholly-Japanese technology faucet-mounted water purifier—introduced two years ago in the Philippine market under the original brand name of Torayvino (produced by Toray Industries of Japan, the leader of faucet-mounted water purifiers in the highly-discriminating Japanese market)—is being re-launched in the country this April. 

The re-launch is more of a marketing strategy for the Philippine market to make the name more relatable and have an easier recall. Hence, it is being re-branded as IVO (short for Innovation and Evolution).

Important to stress here is that in just two years, Moduvi Inc., the exclusive distributor of Torayvino in the country, has earned the full trust and confidence of Toray Japan when it was allowed to change the name of Torayvino to IVO for the Philippines.

Torayvino is the dominant water purifier in the Japanese market with easily 66 percent of that market pie. Worldwide, Torayvino has already sold over 1 billion units of these water purifiers.

Toray Industries of Japan was founded in 1926 and has consolidated sales of more than 2 trillion yen and employees of over 45,000 worldwide. Its businesses are in fiber and textiles (those used by Uniqlo’s Airism and Heattech lines), plastics and chemicals, IT-related products, carbon fiber composite materials (like those used in aircrafts), environment and engineering, and life science (such as hollow fiber membrane filters used in Toray’s dialysis machines, artificial kidneys, and Torayvino water purifiers).

The 0.1 micron filtration of Torayvino, or IVO in the Philippines, ensures 99.99 percent bacteria-free water without unduly sacrificing water flow or pressure. The filter is able to remove disease causing microorganisms in water—such as Amoeba, Salmonella Typhi (Typhoid Fever), Vibrio Cholerae (Cholera), E. Coli—up to the 0.1 micron unit.

It also removes residual chlorine, harmful chemicals, bad odor, rust, sand, sediments, and other impurities.

IVO has three selections: filtered spray (for drinking); unfiltered spray (recommended for washing vegetables and dishes) and unfiltered straight (for other regular kitchen activities). The unfiltered spray also gives you 30% water savings because it has more area coverage than unfiltered straight which is perfect for washing your dishes.

IVO filters are easy to install (no plumbing required) and eco-friendly (no electricity needed).

Moduvi’s General Manager Donna Yan said the company is bringing IVO to North America and other Asian countries.

Yan said Moduvi will continue in aggressively promoting IVO filtration systems in condominiums, where space is limited and water delivery can be time-consuming and troublesome. This is apart from its marketing tie-up with O Shopping (TV) and outlets of True Value and All Home.

A filtration unit costs P1,980 with a cartridge that has a capacity of 1,500 liters or about 79 pieces of 5- gallon containers. A typical family of 3 to 5, with an average consumption of 15L per day, can use the filter for three months.