XTREME APPLIANCES ON 3.3 SHOPEE MEGA SHOPPING SALE AND LAZADA 3.3 BONGGANG BDAY FEST

March is going to be a month of shopping sprees for online shoppers as XTREME Appliances, the leading one-stop-shop appliance brand, joins two of the highly anticipated biggest campaigns of the year– Shopee 3.3 Mega Shopping Sale and Lazada 3.3 Bonggang Bday Fest! With a huge discount of up to 79% off, you can get your hands on high-quality and affordable home appliances from March 3 to March 7, 2024.

We all know that navigating through online shops during massive campaigns can sometimes become overwhelming so to give you a head start on your 3.3 shopping, here’s the list of best-selling items that you can add to your cart as early as now:

Shopee 3.3 Mega Shopping Sale

MODEL	SRP	SALE PRICE	SAVINGS
X-SERIES 32 inch LED TV Slim Bezel USB Port HDMI VGA Dynamic Sound HDR Quality (Black)	₱9,995.00	₱4,889.43	₱5,105.57
X-SERIES 1HP Split Type Aircon Energy Efficient with BIO Filter (White)	₱21,195.00	₱12,538.23	₱8,656.77
X-SERIES 350W One Way Portable Speaker System USB Micro SD FM Mic Input Guitar Input	₱9,095.00	₱5,315.61	₱3,779.39
X-SERIES 7KG Top Load Automatic Washing Machine w/ Spin Dry (Black Cover)	₱14,495.00	₱9,235.82	₱5,259.18
X-SERIES 24L Digital Air Fryer Digital Control with LED Display	₱6,195.00	₱4,337.57	₱1,857.43

 

Lazada 3.3 Bonggang Bday Fest

MODEL	SRP	SALE PRICE	SAVINGS
X-SERIES 0.5HP Energy Efficient Window Type Aircon with Silver Ion Filter	₱9,995.00	₱6,622.29	₱3,372.71
XTREME HOME 50cm Gas Range 4 Burner 55L Oven Freestanding Electric Ignition LPG Source	₱11,295.00	₱7,798.19	₱3,496.81
X-SERIES 90cm Slim Rangehood Wall-mount 1x65w Motor with 3 Speed Push Control (Black)	₱4,995.00	₱3,242.12	₱1,752.88
X-SERIES 12 CU.FT Double Door Inverter Refrigerator No Frost (Silver)	₱32,495.00	₱19,076.54	₱13,418.46
X-SERIES 43 inch Google TV Frameless Wi-Fi Netflix YouTube Google Play w/ Voice Control	₱22,495.00	₱10,497.88	₱11,997.12

To guarantee the absolute lowest prices online on March 3, 2024, the first customer to check out from each platform from 12:00 AM to 2:00 AM can purchase these SKUs for only P3,333! 

Shopee

MODEL	SRP	MIDNIGHT SALE	SAVINGS
X-SERIES 1HP Energy Efficient Window Type Aircon with Silver Ion Filter	₱14,195.00	₱3,333.00	₱10,862.00

Lazada

MODEL	SRP	MIDNIGHT SALE	SAVINGS
X-SERIES 32 inch Google TV Frameless Wi-Fi Netflix YouTube Google Play w/ Voice Control	₱15,995.00	₱3,333.00	₱12,662.00

Voucher lovers can look forward to using the following Lazada and Shopee vouchers at checkout to secure even lower prices: 

Shopee

• Free shipping capped at ₱50 

• Additional campaign vouchers

Lazada

• Free shipping max capped at ₱100

• Campaign vouchers

Low on cash? No need to fret! With Spaylater and LazadaLoan, shoppers can buy now and pay later with easy installment plans minus the credit card requirement. Make sure to shop XTREME Appliances on its official Flagship Store on Shopee and Lazada to steal these price drops from Shopee 3.3 Mega Shopping Sale and Lazada 3.3  Bonggang Bday Fest.

To know more about XTREME Appliances, visit us on Facebook, Lazada, Shopee, and XTREME Website. 

OPPO'S JOURNEY TO ULTIMATE SMOOTHNESS

Over the past ten years, OPPO has been working to perfect the balance between rapid responsiveness, rock-steady stability, and silky smoothness with each iteration of ColorOS. On the newly launched ColorOS 14, OPPO has included a series of upgraded features designed for users to enjoy a real sense of fluency and efficiency by delivering consistent and fluid operations across all types of applications and scenarios.  By constantly finding new ways to blend the best hardware with the most comprehensive and in-depth optimization of the underlying software, OPPO has elevated the concept of smoothness, and even entire perceptions of performance on Android smartphones, to ensure seamless user experiences in any situation.  'Visible' and 'invisible' smoothness  One of OPPO's first breakthroughs in delivering the ultimate smooth user experience came with the release of UI First in early 2020. By prioritizing active applications, UI First prevents background applications from over consuming system resources causing the drag down towards the overall performance. The result is a significant reduction in noticeable lag and the enhancement of "visible smoothness."  However, as computing resources were directed into supporting active applications, apps running in the background were being starved of resources and effectively killed. This in turn caused delays when switching between those apps. Meanwhile, The widespread adoption of 5G increased the consumption of high-data media, entering the so-called "rich media" era, has placed additional processing pressure on the system. To address this 'invisible' smoothness issues, OPPO began optimizing ColorOS for better temperature control, stable battery life, and a more continuous and uninterrupted experience.  OPPO's chip engineers have conducted enormous volumes of in-depth analysis into the computing power distribution of each task on different processing units on the chip, the company then established mathematical models to predict performance and power consumption and optimize the computing power distribution for each task to guarantee a better battery life without sacrificing performance capabilities.  At the same time, OPPO utilized improved memory compression technology to save more memory space for users, and breakpoint reading technology to ensure a more continuous and uninterrupted experience. Now, on ColorOS 14, the system's latest release, upgraded technologies in the OS's Trinity Engine make it possible for the phone to run as many as 28 applications on the back end for up to 72 hours.  These innovations enable ColorOS to make the most of any given smartphone hardware and deliver the best results when it comes to traditional stats used for measuring smooth performance, such as app launch speeds, game frame rates, and more. Thanks to hardware scheduling capabilities like these, ColorOS now consistently ranks among the top performers in major industry benchmarks.  More human, more consistent  As OPPO's engineers continued to push the boundaries of smoothness and ColorOS received increasing recognition from tech authorities with its top benchmark scores, the team gradually came to realize that high performance and ultimate speed do not necessarily translate into a more comfortable and "smoother" user experience in all scenarios.  The brand-new Aquamorphic Effects in ColorOS 14 showcase how this insight has been put into practice. Contrary to what might be expected, the animations of these new effects have actually been optimized by reducing the speed from 380 milliseconds to a more user-friendly 750 milliseconds. By refining the dynamic effect logic in ColorOS 14, every interaction has been made more intuitive and fluid.  This is just one example of how OPPO has introduced Human Factors Analysis into the design of the OS. This is a discipline that specializes in the study of human interaction with machines and environments in order to make machines or systems more adaptable to human physiological and psychological characteristics. Through Human Factor Analysis, Hong learned that the human eye can only detect changes at intervals of about 100-150 milliseconds or more. If changes occur in less than 100 milliseconds, most people simply cannot tell the difference. This means that, even if the hardware is capable of doing so, there is no reason to engineer system response times as low as 50 milliseconds.  At the same time, Hong also became aware of a concept in psychology known as 'negative bias', in which people tend to remember only specific negative moments, even if the overall experience is positive. For example, if you only encounter a single delay once in every one hundred times you start an application, you are still more likely to remember this one negative moment and perceive the overall experience as being negative on the whole. The implications of this are that it is stability and consistency, rather than occasional bursts of speed, that determine how smooth the user experience is perceived.  In order to provide this level of consistently smooth experience throughout the operating life of our mobile devices, OPPO has introduced Human Factors Analysis into multiple aspects of ColorOS. One of the decisions that came from this was to set the response speed of application launches to 135 milliseconds. Through millions of repeated tests, OPPO also identified and solved extremely low-likelihood consistency issues in areas like touch feedback, software concurrency, display delay, and more. The result is a consistent response time in the 100-150 millisecond range for all aspects of the UI with no perceivable fluctuations.  Embracing the possibilities of AI-generated content  Looking towards the future of smartphone and operating system experiences, the ColorOS team is mindful that the integration of AIGC (AI-generated content) is likely to place a high demand on mobile system resources, covering everything from memory and processing capabilities to battery life. Right now, OPPO is exploring and experimenting in related capabilities, for instance, on how to optimize memory use and power management techniques to cope with such high demands.  ColorOS 14's Trinity Engine exemplifies this forward-thinking approach with its advanced solutions for optimizing system smoothness and stability through fine-tuned management and scheduling of computing resources, memory, and storage at the microarchitecture instruction level.  The upgraded Trinity Engine contains three core technologies: ROM Vitalization, RAM Vitalization, and CPU Vitalization. ROM Vitalization frees up more memory space by compressing app data and merging duplicated files to address performance degradation issues caused by memory filling up over the long term. RAM Vitalization works by reconstructing Android's underlying RAM mechanism and employing specialized techniques to accelerate app launch speeds and improve the level of fluidity when switching between apps. Finally, CPU Vitalization uses a sophisticated computing power model that can precisely schedule power resources while determining the best balance between performance and power consumption.  In addition to the Trinity Engine, OPPO's Instantaneous Bandwidth Technology set to be included in the forthcoming ColorOS 14 update is another example of how the memory management system has been rewritten to improve operating smoothness. OPPO developed the technology more than 18 months ahead of the release of the Google Linux open-source design by modifying more than 50 thousand lines of code in the original kernel. With Instantaneous Bandwidth Technology, memory access performance is dynamically adjusted according to smartphone usage, enabling up to 16-times faster speeds (i.e. from 4K to 64K during the transfer process from DDRAM to CPU). As the data transfer bandwidth increases, the loss of read data falls significantly, which in turn helps to improve memory utilization and reduce latency while using the phone.  By further deepening the synergy between hardware and software, ColorOS 14 brings users an ultra-smooth experience across all scenarios that's guaranteed to stay smooth for up to 48 months. Drawing on the insights of over 600 million active monthly ColorOS users, OPPO continues to use its unique position to identify global user trends and unmet needs in order to further optimize the smooth and stable experience on OPPO devices.

FASTEST GROWING IN PH: GLOBALLY ACCEPTED MAYA CARDS SETS NEW INDUSTRY RECORD

The Maya Card, powered by the #1 Digital Bank App Maya, is the Philippine's fastest-growing prepaid card due to its unmatched ease of use, convenience, safety, and worldwide acceptance. 

Visa, a world leader in digital payments, presented Maya with an award for being the top prepaid card issuer in the country, marking its third consecutive accolade from 2021 to 2023. 

This distinction is a testament to Maya's sustained year-on-year growth and its highest prepaid payment volumes.

 

 

The Ultimate in Convenience and Flexibility 

Getting a Maya Card is very easy, reflecting Maya's commitment to user convenience. Customers with an upgraded account can obtain a virtual and physical card through the app without the need for additional documents and link it seamlessly to their wallets. Users simply need to navigate to the “Cards” section within the Maya app to place their order. 

 

The virtual card instantly opens a world of online shopping and the physical card doubles as an ATM card, enabling effortless payments for daily needs. Its broad compatibility across both online shops and brick-and-mortar stores demonstrates its unmatched versatility. 

 

Designed with a minimalist and secure aesthetic, the Maya Card features the user's unique @username instead of the full name and card number, adding a personal touch without compromising security. 

 

Global Acceptance 

Once activated and linked to the user's wallet, the Maya Card is accepted worldwide, offering a seamless payment solution both in the Philippines and abroad. This global acceptance proves invaluable especially for freelancers and travelers, facilitating easy access to funds. 

 

The Maya Card unlocks global shopping at over 80 million merchants and ATM access, with instant international activation – no call to customer support is needed. Wherever they are in the world. users are kept informed and in charge with real-time transaction alerts directly through the Maya app.  

 

Rewarding Personalized Experience   

The Maya Card’s unique strength also lies in its rewarding digital banking services. Using it for everyday payments allows customers to earn up to 14% interest rate per annum, credited daily to their savings accounts.  

 

Moreover, frequent card usage also strengthens the user's financial footprint, leading to better opportunities for instant borrowing and higher credit limits within the app.   

   

Innovating further, Maya provides personalized card options offering co-branded editions, such as the FIFA Women's World Cup and Mobile Legends, alongside the all-in-one student ID of Ateneo De Manila University.  

   

Maya is the #1 Fintech Ecosystem in the Philippines, with Maya, the #1 Digital Bank, and Maya Business, the #1 Omni-Channel Payment Processor. More information about Maya is available at maya.ph and mayabank.ph. Keep posted on news and updates by following @mayaiseverything on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. 

LUNADIRA STUNS WITH DEBUT ALBUM

Malaysian singer-songwriter Lunadira releases her highly-anticipated debut album 'i'll be alright, right?' via TONGTONG Asia. The slow, scintillating reveal of the album's first four singles ("OVERTHINKING" & "GO SLOW", title track "i'll be alright, right?", and "crying over nothing (wah wah)") offered a sneak peek into the artist's labyrinthine emotions, navigating the tumultuous waters of life, love, and self-discovery. Fans can listen to the album here: symphony.to/lunadira/ibar-album

Renowned for her saccharine vocals and lyrical brilliance, Lunadira tells stories that unfold like delicate flower petals, blending vulnerability, joy, and introspection. In 'i'll be alright, right?' she bears a weariness with a thin veil of hope, streaked with familiar melancholia that’s heavy to feel but so easy to bop to. Balancing on this tightrope exemplifies how deft she has become as an artist since her salad days. From R’n’B to garage and grunge, she shapeshifts through a spectrum of genres and moods that constitute the pop of our times – eclectic and moving; fun and sultry.

She explains, "'i'll be alright, right?' as an album is a returning to one's self. It is not a celebration but an observation of the uncertainty of life and dealing with that ungracefully, and accepting that there is grace in uncertainty." Collaborating with longtime musical partner Reddi Rocket on the project, Lunadira explores new musical territories, emphasising authenticity over conventionality in their production process.

Having retreated into a creative cocoon after the release of her last project 'Tangerine' in 2020, Lunadira has been re-discovering her sonic identity on the journey of completing her new album, honing in on and refining her craft – ever-evolving and boundless – to reflect her lived experiences in its truest form through her songwriting and sound.

The release of 'i'll be alright, right?' follows her recently-announced debut appearance at Joyland Bali 2024, where she will be playing alongside artists including James Blake, Kings of Convenience, and The Walters.

START YOUR DAY WITH FOODPANDA'S PLATTER MEALS EXTRAVAGANZA

Get unlimited food options as foodpanda is packed with big group meals that satisfy your cravings and level up your group bonding into something extraordinary. A touch of a little indulgence won’t hurt - we say “deserve!”

 

For office meetings or catch-ups

 

A big yay, with BIG Guys! Pizza or maybe cheers, with CoCo’s milk tea selection for your office meetings or milestones! Sip and bite a burst of energy into the office vibe. Use the voucher code EATNA for a ₱100 discount on food delivery, making your office experience even more satisfying.

 

(Photo from https://cocobubbletea.com/)

(Photo from facebook.com/bigguyspizzaph)

 

For the festive feels 

 

Enjoy the festive tastes of Mang Inasal with your ka-barangays and kapitbahay. Come together in a fiesta atmosphere, indulging in the savory delights of Mang Inasal's Fiesta Group Meals. Good food like this can turn ordinary days into festive celebrations. As an exclusive treat, use the voucher code MIDEL to enjoy a delightful ₱100 off on your food delivery order. Don't miss this chance for an extra touch of savings!

 

(Photo from https://www.foodpanda.ph/restaurant/a78h/mang-inasal-palawan)

 

For when you need a study break

 

Heading for a group project or study session? Swing by the store for some coffee to treat your groupmates or study buddies. Check out the cool drinks at Pick-up Coffee. Just go to the foodpanda app, select pick-up, and snag a sweet ₱120 off with the exclusive voucher code PICKUPNA. Sip, share, and ace that project or test!

 

(Photo from facebook.com/pickupcoffeeph)

 

For home-y family celebrations 

 

Shifting the spirit of gathering towards familiar tastes and childhood nostalgia, celebrate anniversaries and birthdays with Manam's Super Benta Box and Lydia’s Lechon Family Boxes - because what’s a family celebration without homemade meals and special lechon? 

 

Timing matters for your handaan! Make your celebration even more special with ₱100 off. Use code MERIENDA for food delivery or DINNER for pick-up orders. Cheers to love, laughter, and unforgettable moments! Cheers!

 

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For a sponty hangout sesh

 

When friends unite for a casual get-together, Potato Corner is always the go-to. Flavored Fries Tera becomes the centerpiece of laughter-filled conversations. An ode to friendship, transforming a simple gathering into a feast of flavors and shared moments. Use the exclusive voucher code PANDAPICK to enjoy a generous ₱120 off your food delivery order for a more delightful encounter.

 

(Photo from facebook.com/PotatoCorner)

 

So, why settle for an ordinary meal when foodpanda's platter meals await, promising a food  adventure that spans the diverse landscapes of taste? It's not just about ordering; it's about crafting moments, strengthening bonds, and creating memories one delicious platter at a time. Dive into the feast – your extraordinary meal experience is just a click away on the foodpanda app!

 

For more information about foodpanda and the incredible offers available, visit the official website at https://www.foodpanda.ph. Also like and follow the official social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok and Youtube.