Total ProtectER - Life insurance, HMO coverage, daily hospital benefits ALL-IN-ONE

Insular Life (InLife) and its HMO subsidiary, InLife Health Care (IHC) recently launched a total protection plan that combines term life insurance, hospital income, and health care solution. 

InLife, IHC offer 3-in-1 COVID-19 cover

Called “Total ProtectER,” it is a timely insurance package with three main benefits: six-month term life insurance, daily hospital income for six-months, and a one-time emergency care health plan. 

“While it is true that the government continues to foot hospital bills of COVID-19 patients through PhilHealth, there is a limit to these benefits. Therefore, if you are a breadwinner, self-employed, a freelancer, or someone who just started to work, it is advisable to get Total ProtectER as a safety precaution because COVID-19 is covered under the term insurance and hospital income benefit of this product,” said InLife Sr. Executive Vice President and Chief Distribution Officer Raoul Antonio E. Littaua.

For the emergency care element, although pandemic diseases such as COVID-19 are not coverable under standard insurance policies, IHC has taken this on under an ex-gratia basis at least until December 31, 2020.  

“I hope our kababayans will take advantage of this opportunity while it is still available. This is a good way to take charge of one’s health needs at a time like this,” added Littaua.

Total ProtectER provides life insurance benefits of P500,000 upon death due to natural or accidental causes, a P3,000 daily hospitalization income for up to 15 days if confinement is at least four days due to accidental injury or sickness (up to 15 days per hospital confinement, and a maximum of 90 days total hospitalization) within the six-month coverage period, and a one-time coverage of up to P100,000  on outpatient and inpatient care for emergency cases due to accidents, viral and bacterial illnesses, and specific conditions. 

The emergency care benefit is valid for one year or up until it is used, whichever comes first. Since no medical exams are required – just a health declaration – to purchase the product, customers may get it directly from IHC’s online store at https://shop.insularhealthcare.com.ph/total-protect-er.html.

There are two Total ProtectER premium rates to choose from: P11,750 or P12,450, with the latter including emergency care in Metro Manila’s top 6 hospitals. It is for individuals aged 18 to 64 years old. 

On its 110th anniversary, InLife continues to offer products and services that are relevant to its customers’ needs. 

For more information on Total ProtectER, interested parties may chat via https://shop.insularhealthcare.com.ph/ or  email support@insularhealthcare.com.ph

 

Shopee Outlines Three “Super” Commitments for 9.9 Super Shopping Day, in Line with the Growing Significance of E-commerce in the New Normal

Shopee aims to provide a super ecosystem, supercharge recovery for sellers and brands, and deliver a super collection of entertainment and deals at its largest annual 9.9 shopping event 

MANILA, AUGUST 18, 2020 - Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, announces the return of its signature annual shopping event, 9.9 Super Shopping Day. Shopee’s fifth 9.9 shopping event will feature four weeks of entertainment and shopping deals in all seven Shopee markets.

The 9.9 Super Shopping Day this year takes on greater significance as communities step up their recovery efforts and adapt to the new normal. Shopee outlines three commitments: provide a super ecosystem, supercharge recovery for sellers and brands, and deliver a super collection of entertainment and deals.

Terence Pang, Chief Operating Officer at Shopee, said, “9.9 Super Shopping Day has a special meaning for all of us at Shopee. We created 9.9 in 2016 to unlock the potential of e-commerce for our region, and it has become an annual celebration that brings millions of people together. It also holds greater importance than before, as consumers increasingly depend on e-commerce for their shopping needs, and more businesses go online to uncover growth opportunities amid the global pandemic. 9.9 Super Shopping Day reflects our commitment to support our communities. It will deliver the best shopping experience for users and provide a springboard for sellers and brands to increase their online sales.”

Shopee outlines three commitments for 9.9 Super Shopping Day:

1. Provide a super ecosystem

Ensuring quality and reliability with secure payments and logistics offerings

Consumers expect quality and reliability in e-commerce, as online shopping becomes the new normal. To meet these evolving needs, Shopee continues to enhance its logistics and payment infrastructure to make buying and selling online much more seamless.

In 2020, Shopee ramped up offerings for its integrated mobile wallet ShopeePay and partnered with leading payment providers for smooth and secure transactions. These have generated robust growth in the use of digital payments among users, brands, and sellers on Shopee.

Shopee also improved its logistics capabilities to support the increasing scale and frequency of online shopping. In preparation for 9.9 Super Shopping Day, Shopee is tightening integration with logistics partners and optimizing its warehouse operations in the region. These enable sellers and brands to fulfill orders more efficiently, allowing them to maximize sales and boost customer satisfaction even as shopping activity peaks.

2. Supercharge recovery for sellers and brands

Helping brands and sellers maximize sales growth with e-commerce

9.9 Super Shopping Day kicks off the year-end peak shopping season in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. It is the highlight of Shopee’s efforts to help businesses of all sizes to digitalize, recover, and succeed in the long run with e-commerce.

Last April, Shopee introduced its Seller Support Package for sellers and SMEs,  to cushion the pandemic’s impact by lowering costs, offering capital support, and boosting sales. Shopee also simplified e-commerce for SMEs and sellers by upgrading its Seller Center, including a new Marketing Center that lets sellers customize store campaigns and product promotions more conveniently.

Local and international brands are turning to Shopee to grow their online businesses, with 70% more new brands opening Official Stores on Shopee Mall in 2020. Shopee has stepped up its efforts to help brands grow their online presence, highlighted by the launch of Google Ads with Shopee in partnership with Google. It is a first-of-its-kind marketing solution for brands to seamlessly create, manage, and monitor Google ads campaigns for their Official Stores on Shopee Mall.

9.9 Super Shopping Day is a major milestone for sellers and brands, as they will receive increased customer traffic and visibility on Shopee. They can build on this momentum by tapping on exclusive engagement tools such as Shopee Live and Shopee Feed to further attract users and boost sales, creating a springboard for continued growth.

3. Deliver a super collection of entertainment and deals

Curating a wide variety of in-app games, live streams, and promotions

Shopee will continue to surprise and delight shoppers at 9.9 Super Shopping Day. On September 9, users can shop countless deals from 10 million sellers and 15,000 brand partners across the region, while enjoying exclusive content and rewards on Shopee Live and Shopee’s in-app games. In the Philippines, 9.9 Super Shopping Day will run from August 19 to September 9. 

9.9 Super Shopping Day will feature all-day content on Shopee Live that entertains, inspires, and connects users with their favorite sellers, brands, and celebrities. In the Philippines, users can enjoy their favorite Shopee Livestreamers showcase their talents on Shopee Live’s Got Super Talent series during the peak of 9.9 Super Shopping Day. 

Users can also win endless rewards from a massive array of in-app games on Shopee, including popular game Shopee Farm, which is played 7 billion times across the region. A major highlight is Shopee Games Day, which offers 24 hours of upsized Shopee coins and exclusive prizes.

Pang closed, “9.9 Super Shopping Day has come a long way since it first started. Shopee’s spirit to grow together with our communities remains unchanged, even as we adapt to a global pandemic. As we kick off the year-end shopping season, we will continue to work hard for all our users, and we look forward to another unforgettable 9.9 Super Shopping Day.”

Find out more about 9.9 Super Shopping Day here https://shopee.ph/m/99. 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

About Shopee 

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. It was launched in 7 markets in 2015 to connect consumers, sellers, and businesses in the region.

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. It offers a wide product assortment, supported by integrated payments and logistics, as well as popular entertainment features tailored for each market. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.

 

Jollibee takes its delivery service another step further as it introduces the all-new Jollibee App. Giving Filipinos more convenient and faster ways to order, the country’s number one fast-food chain scales up its services across digital platforms, catering to more customers as they bring them their Jollibee favorites in the safety of their homes.

The new Jollibee App makes ordering your favorites faster and more convenient!

Featuring a user-friendly design and interface, the Jollibee App allows users to experience the joy and comfort of easily ordering their Jollibee favorites with just a few swipes from their mobile phones. Customers can download the app then create an account. They can save their addresses to make future deliveries faster and more convenient, and get notified of the exciting new offers from Jollibee. Heightening the experience, the Jollibee App also features a store locator so users can conveniently find the Jollibee outlet nearest them. On top of this, customers can also schedule their deliveries and enjoy exclusive deals with the promo coupons available in the app.

The Jollibee App also features the restaurant’s full menu, so everyone can order all their favorites in one convenient mobile app! They can enjoy the classic Jollibee Chickenjoy, Jolly Spaghetti, and Yumburger. If they’re in the mood for more, they can also opt for the Super Meals and get a taste of everything they love at Jollibee.

Users can as well choose from multiple payment options. They can pay in cash upon delivery or do online payments via PesoPay portal. Senior Citizens and PWDs can also avail their regular discounts when they order online through the Jollibee App.

“With Jollibee as a market leader in the QSR (quick service restaurant) industry, we are always exploring different solutions to suit the demands of an ever-evolving market. Now that technology plays a huge part in our lives, we’re making our services available across online channels to create a more joyful and convenient customer experience for Filipinos,” said Francis E. Flores, Jollibee Global Brand CMO and JFC Philippines Country Business Group and concurrent PH Marketing Head.

Aside from the mobile app, people can also take joy in this online experience as they order their favorites from Jollibee’s new and enhanced delivery website, www.JollibeeDelivery.com.

Download the new Jollibee App on Android and iOS.

You can now order Solane via FB chatbot

 

Now you can order Solane LPG via its new FB Messenger chatbot.

Meet, Sunny, Solane's new online chatbot that makes ordering LPG gas a lot easier especially amid the pandemic.

This new and convenient chat service from the country's leading LPG brand is accessible via a few taps on FB Messenger.

To get started, visit Solane LPG's official Facebook page and send a private message. If it is your first time to send a message to Solane, you will be asked if it is okay to collect some personal information with the commitment that the company abides by data privacy guidelines. Then, just click "Yes" to proceed.

If you already have a chat history with Solane, just type your message to automatically activate the chat service.

Then, click "Place Order" and Sunny will ask you to provide the necessary information so they can process your order. After you have provided the required details, Sunny will connect you to a live agent for the final processing of your order. It’s that simple!

In addition to assisting with LPG orders, Sunny can also help with your inquiries and feedback. The chatbot is also ready to offer safety facts, free recipes, and many more. On top of that, if you’re interested in Solane business opportunities and earning extra income during the public health crisis, such as becoming an official Solane distributor, Sunny can also walk you through it.

Aside from the chatbot, you can also conveniently order a Solane LPG through the Hatid Bahay landline, 8887-5555; the nationwide text hotline, 0918-887-5555; or via Solane’s mobile app, which can be downloaded for free on the Google Play and App Store.

To know more, visit www.solane.com.ph or follow @solane.ph on Facebook.

Infinix, a premium online-driven smartphone brand designed for today’s young generation, has unveiled its newest smartphone model NOTE 7 targeting the mid-market segment seeking a high-performance yet affordable and stylish alternative. The launch also coincides with its comeback in the Philippine market and kicks off a series of exciting new product reveals in the coming months.

 Infinix Expands In Philippine Market; Rolls Out Latest Offering Note 7

Infinix, which has been focused on sales and distribution on e-commerce platforms since its first entry into the Philippine market in 2015, is banking on renewed optimism among Filipinos being one of the top Internet and social media natives around the world, and one of the most discerning smartphone consumers.

“We are very proud to launch NOTE 7 to global markets. NOTE 7 carries forward the DNA of Infinix by offering the most premium smartphone experience and powerful features through stylish designs, trendy technologies, and high-quality hardware to software experience. NOTE 7 is the device that combines Infinix’s technological innovation strength with our deep insights into our target consumers’ real needs to deliver an overall enhanced experience for all types of content consumption and user scenarios. We are confident that both our fans and new users will be amazed by the NOTE 7 when exploring and perusing unlimited new wonders with cutting-edge technology in the newest yet most price-friendly NOTE 7 in its price segment.” said Benjamin Jiang, Managing Director of Infinix Mobile.

The Infinix NOTE 7 comes in with a 6.95” HD Infinity-O display, the biggest punchhole display ever from Infinix; MediaTek Helio G70 CPU performance, ideal for elite mobile gamers; a 48MP Quad AI Camera, boasting the highest pixel count in its price range; industry-leading 18w super charge 3.0; and XOS 6.0 operating system based on the latest Android™ 10 system, elevating global users’ smartphone experience to a whole new level. Launching the Note 7 is a key milestone for Infinix’s NOTE series, bringing powerful, innovative and exciting enhancements to consumers by fulfilling a broad range of daily use scenarios from: non-stop picture taking, work, social, to gaming, movies, entertainment and more.

The new NOTE 7 comes in 3 mesmerizing color designs such as Forest Green, Aether Black and Bolivia Blue with subtle patterns in the reflective glass, all at a favorable the retail price of P7999 with a special launch price P7499.

The new NOTE 7 comes in 3 mesmerizing color designs such as Forest Green, Aether Black and Bolivia Blue with subtle patterns in the reflective glass, all at a favorable the retail price of P7999 with a special launch price P7499.

Fantastic Large Screen & Strong CPU to Seamlessly Bridge Work and Daily Life 

Smartphones have become an indispensable tool in people’s daily work and private life. A smartphone that allows people to switch between diversified needs and scenarios every day is ideal for modern consumers.

Packed with a 6.95’’ HD + Infinity-O display and MediaTek Helio G70 CPU performance, NOTE 7 makes for a well-rounded tool that seamlessly bridges daily work and play.

For those who want to be efficient during working hours, its high-definition Infinity-O display and strong CPU performance can offer a fantastic viewing experience and smooth multitasking capabilities for whenever users are video calling with business partners, checking emails, taking notes or browsing web pages for quick research.

For those who want fun and style during their leisure hours, NOTE 7 users can indulge and experience epic entertainment moments all from the palm of their hands; with awe-inspiring cinematic viewing effects, an incredible gaming experience, and smoother multimedia engagements made possible by the super large screen and a powerful CPU that optimizes performance. Especially, NOTE 7 with MediaTek Helio G70 makes it an ideal choice for game lovers to enjoy guaranteed nonstop gaming, faster response time and ultra-smooth gaming experience.

NOTE 7 with 6.95’’ HD + Infinity-O display

 Superior Camera Experience that Let Users Shoot Like A Pro

NOTE 7 boasts a 48MP Quad Camera, allowing users to create ultra-high-resolution photography under a diverse range of scenery conditions and different layout modes. No matter whether it is a beautiful sunset, a backlight street view, a selfie or even highlights from a nightout, the camera is able to capture it all—with crystal-clear clarity and lifelike beauty.

Shooting videos in low-light has never been this easy with NOTE 7’s outstanding low-light performance. With a 1080P low-light video camera recording at 30fps, pixel 2.8μm, it will be able to capture each detail and color even in the dark without the flash. The unique 1080P low-light video camerocamera allows NOTE 7 stand out among other mobile products within its target market segment. Meanwhile, powered by advanced AIS (AI Image Stabilization), users can also capture incredible blur-free, handheld shots even in low-light conditions using Night Mode.

NOTE 7 can accurately sense movement and stability as well as amplitude and eliminate it, creating super steady action shots; this enables users to effortlessly take high motion videos without the blur and shakiness, instantly immortalizing otherwise fleeting moments of fun. Furthermore, a 16MP front camera means that every selfie users take can be stunning, turning a selfie into a self-portrait in just one second. 

Powerful Performance to Unlock an Enjoyable and Ultra-Smooth User Experience

A smartphone’s sound quality is an important part of the device. The NOTE 7 packs a powerful punch with its dual stereo speakers featuring DTS and audio optimization to produce crisper, louder and more balanced sounds regardless of content format—movies, games, music and more)—providing the same great sound effects and experience with or without headphones.

The NOTE 7 houses a longer-lasting 5,000mAh battery and powerful fast-charging technology, reaching 18W charging speeds that gives users’ worry-free, full-day guarantee of capturing their day and night life on the move. It is also faster and more intuitive with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for unlocking the phone with a tap in an instant, upgrading the fluidity of the smartphone connection experience.

Equipped with the latest operating system of XOS 6.0 built upon Android™ 10 system, NOTE 7 also introduces a whole new user interface, with snappier performance and exciting new features. Users can customize their phones to suit their own tastes with the latest features, such as Dark Theme and Android 10 Gesture Navigation.

Availability

NOTE 7 will be available in the Philippine market starting Aug 13^th on e-commerce platform Shopee at P7,999. Early birds will be able to get special price of P7,499. For more information about NOTE 7, please visit https://www.infinixmobility.com/ph/

Specifications:

 

	NOTE 7
Network:	4G/3G/2G
OS Version:	Android™ 10
Processor:	G70
Display:	6.95-inch HD+ Infinity-O
Battery:	5000mAh
Selfie camera:	16MP FF with display flash light
Rear camera:	48MP+2MP+2MP+ Low light Video Camera with Quad Flash-Light (6GB + 128GB) 48MP+2MP+2MP+AI Lens (4GB + 64GB/4GB + 128GB)
Memory:	4GB RAM+64GB ROM / 4GB RAM+128GB ROM/ 6GB RAM+128GB ROM
Colors:	Forest Green, Aether Black, Bolivia Blue

 

The transition of the country to distance learning is a big adjustment not only for learners but for their parents as well. The usual routine of bringing and fetching their kids to and from school, preparing their lunch, and helping them with their homeworks has all changed. Now, parents have the responsibility to oversee and guide their children as they learn from home and navigate this new landscape of digital education.

Globe At Home to host free webinar for parents on online schooling

To assist them in the preparation for the start of classes and dealing with the challenges of online schooling, Globe At Home will be hosting Learn@Home: Parents’ Online Schooling Essentials webinar on August 15, 2020 at 10 AM.

The one-hour free webinar will be conducted by Teacher Gabby Limjoco, owner of Playworks Early Childhood Center, and celebrity mom and content creator Bianca Gonzalez-Intal. Through this session, parents can learn the essentials on how to make their homes a conducive learning environment for their children as well as useful tips and hacks to ease them in the new process.  Developing new habits to support online schooling needs and how to easily adjust to the new environment will be covered by the guest speakers.  The session will also tackle the importance of having a strong and reliable broadband connection and the appropriate tools and tech set-up at home for optimized learning.

Globe At Home customers who will register via bit.ly/LearnAtHome_GlobeAtHome will get VIP access to the webinar while a livestream will also be available via Globe At Home’s Facebook page for everyone who wants to learn a thing or two on how they can make online schooling fun and hassle-free for their children and everyone in the family.

As we move forward and embrace the changes brought by the new normal, Globe At Home is committed to provide a smooth and fast internet connection that will minimize learning disruptions and social challenges as students continue learning at home. Customers can avail or upgrade to UNLI Plan 2899 with speeds of up to 100 Mbps. The plan also comes with a pair of TP-Link Deco M5 WiFi Mesh devices which expand the WiFi coverage to more areas of your home so everyone can stay connected,  especially those who have turned their home into an office and learning space for kids. 

 

To catch the livestream webinar and learn more information about Globe At Home, visit their official Facebook page. 

Careless Music Manila
Nadine Lustre (center), KINGwAw, Curtismith, Massiah, and Astrokidd

 

OPPO Officially Launches The Newest OPPO Reno4 With Careless Music Manila For  ClearlyTheBestYou

Reno4 is the trendiest smartphone that boasts new phoneography technologies built for creative content creation

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 14 AUGUST 2020 – OPPO, the leading global smart device brand, announces the launch of the latest OPPO Reno4 in the Philippines via Facebook livestream, alongside its endorsers, independent music label Careless Music Manila.

The new OPPO Reno 4 in Space Black and Galactic Blue 

Reno4 introduces fun and new ways to be in with the latest trends and fully express your creativity through OPPO’s innovative imaging technology. This means that Reno4 will make it easier to capture creative portraits at any moment or imaginative videos that are designed to give every user a chance to be #ClearlyTheBestYou. It also has touch-free interactions, powered by an AI-enhanced Smart Sensor and AI algorithm to secure your phone from peeping eyes, while allowing you to control your phone with a wave. 

“The Reno Series has always been one of the pioneers in smartphone camera technology. With the OPPO Reno4, we’re proud to continue innovating with new portrait shooting and videography features that empower our users to truly stand out,” said Xia. “We are thrilled to see how Filipinos can use the new technologies of the Reno4 to truly show #ClearlyTheBestYou,” Xia added.

Clearly the Best: Careless Music Manila x OPPO Reno4

As OPPO’s mid-premium line, the Reno Series, is set as the catalyst of creativity and content creation, the brand taps the country’s top independent music label, Careless Music Manila with its artists Nadine Lustre, KINGwAw, Curtismith, Massiah, and Astrokidd, young Filipino tastemakers and icons of authenticity in music and creative self-expression, to launch OPPO Reno4 in the Philippines.

“Careless Music Manila is thrilled to partner with a mobile brand for the first time. Through the Reno4 campaign with OPPO we hope to help inspire young Filipinos to continue pushing their creative envelopes to become the best version of themselves,” says Jeff Oh, Careless Music Manila CEO.

For this collaboration, Careless Music Manila wrote and produced a song titled “Clearly the Best You,” that highlights the importance of creative self-expression. A music video was also produced with snippets captured using the latest Reno4, showcasing its camera technology prowess that promises to deliver #ClearlyTheBestYou in photos and videos.

A Trendy Smartphone That You Need

Packed with innovative features, Reno4 still pushes the boundary by striking an exquisite balance between a slim and sleek design, in two colors: Galactic Blue and Space Black. Incorporated in the Galactic Blue edition is a brand-new design technique called “Reno Glow.” This innovative back cover design combines a matte fingerprint resistant texture with subtle glitter details giving the smartphone a vibrant and glossy look.

The new OPPO Reno 4 in Galactic Blue

With the rising trend to share creativity with the world, Reno4 continues to strengthen its foothold in the industry, with pioneering smartphone imaging technology and exceptional phoneography capabilities. The 32MP Front Camera captures impressive selfies, while Its rear camera features a 3 + 1 four-shot matrix: a 48MP Main Camera, 8MP Ultra Wide-angle Camera, a 2MP Macro Camera and a 2MP Mono Camera. 

Reno4 Galactic Blue Back 

Moreover, the latest handset produces brilliant night shots, as it can take amazing nighttime portraits with Night Flare Portrait. It automatically superimposes a mix of transparent and bright blurred light spots on the background and brightens the face of the subject of the portrait shot, to create a clear night portrait with vibrant bokeh effect. Additionally, Ultra Night Selfie Mode and Ultra Dark Mode dramatically improves nighttime photography allowing you to capture clearer and brighter night shots using both the front and rear cameras.

Reno4 Galactic Blue Front

Reno4 also enables you to capture epic slow-motion shots using 960fps Smart Slow Motion, while the Ultra Steady Video 3.0 offers three different stabilization modes, perfect for users interested in capturing high-intensity action shots like when running or skateboarding. For the first time, Reno4 brings an Electronic Image Stabilization algorithm to the front camera with Front Steady Video, enabling users to capture steady videos in full action front and back. 

With innovative imaging technology and convenient features that users can enjoy, all of this is backed by a phone that can keep up with your usage. Reno4 is packed with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G processor, supported by 8GB of RAM and 128GB of ROM. 

Equipped with 30W VOOC Flash Charge 4.0 and 4,015 mAh battery, Reno4 can be charged 50% within 20 minutes, and fully charged within 57 minutes. Moreover, Super Power Saving Mode gives Reno4 an extra kick to keep your phone running longer. It gets you 1.5 hours of messaging or calls for more than one hour with just 5% of battery. 

The Smarter Choice that is the Best for You

Specifically developed to keep up with the personality and style of young trendsetters, the Reno4 is equipped with an AI-enhanced Smart Sensor to perform functions like Smart Spying Prevention, Smart AirControl, and Smart Always-on Display that turns your phone into a personal life assistant. 

In rapidly growing metropolitan areas, smartphones are the primary means of connecting so it’s no surprise that smartphone privacy topped the user’s wishlist. The Smart Spying Prevention, the AI-enhanced Smart Sensor can leverage a smart recognition algorithm and automatically detect whether the owner and only the owner of the phone is viewing the phone. A notification pops up as a stranger is peeking at the phone, the detailed content in the notification, including drop-down notification drawers and banner notifications, will be hidden.

The AI-enhanced Smart Sensor offers an intuitive way to control your phone touch-free. With Smart AirControl, you can pick up a phone call or scroll through social media apps like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok all with just a wave of your hand.

With Smart Always-on Display the AI-enhanced Smart Sensor can detect whether you’re looking at your phone and keeps the screen “On” so you won’t be interrupted while you’re browsing your phone.

Reno4 also comes with the latest android 10 based operating system ColorOS 7.2. In this updated version of ColorOS, which promises a more user-friendly experience, functions and interface. 

Grab Yours Now

Retailing at PHP18,990, the pre-order of the OPPO Reno4 will start from August 15-21. During this period, you can score a free Rock Space EB100 True Wireless Stereo Earbuds worth PHP2,899. Starting August 22, the latest handset will be available in all OPPO concept stores nationwide, dealer partners, and e-commerce partners Shopee and Lazada.

The new OPPO Reno4 will also be available via Globe Postpaid, free at ThePlan 1499 with free Rock Space EB100 Stereo Earbuds starting August 22. To maximize your mobile experience,  ThePLAN 1499 comes with 11 GB Mobile Data, Unli All-Net Text, Unli calls to Globe/TM, 50 mins All-Net calls and 1GB data allocation for Facebook. You’ll also get a free subscription to Amazon Prime Video (for 6 months) and iflix VIP (for 3 months).

Enjoy 0% interest for up to 12 months with OPPO’s official credit card bank partners Metrobank, PNB, and Citibank. Additionally, you can also purchase OPPO Reno4 at 0% interest installment with Home Credit, with a 20% down payment requirement for any of the 9-month, 12-month, 15-month, and 18-month installment plans.

To know more about the latest OPPO Reno4, visit OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com/ph or its official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines. 

Enjoy the new standard of home broadband with upgraded speeds, whole home WiFi, and entertainment content

PLDT Home unveils all-new Fibr Plus Plans 

MANILA, Philippines – PLDT Home, the Philippines’ fastest fixed network as certified by Ookla, has advanced the standard of Filipinos for home broadband with its all-new Fibr Plus Plans that offer new postpaid variants with higher speeds and stronger connectivity through an intelligent wifi system bundled with entertainment content from Cignal TV. 

The new PLDT Home Fibr Plus plans come with unlimited internet, whole home WiFi TP-Link pucks, and Cignal TV channels. The Fibr Plus Plans’ whole home WiFi system replaces a collection of routers and range extenders with a smart mesh technology that eliminates deadspots anywhere at home for a seamless and uninterrupted connectivity. Designed for every type of house, the whole home WiFi system maintains a single unified network that lets the whole family conveniently connect to the internet whenever and wherever at home. It also comes with a mobile app for easy installation and network management for a secured connection.  

Families can also conveniently enjoy a variety of entertainment content because the new Fibr Plus Plans come bundled with 55 SD and 8 HD Cignal TV channels such as Fox Movies, Fox Sports, HBO, Discovery Channel, Cartoon Network and more. With this bundle, subscribers get to stay up-to-date on current news and events while staying at home and also enjoy the convenience of settling the monthly fees of their home essentials, such as cable and internet subscriptions, in one billing. 

More families are now rediscovering ways to fulfill their work, studies, and enjoyment as they stay more time at home in the new normal. Families can enjoy the strongest and most reliable internet connection that will give them the best of home online experiences with the new Fibr Plus plans. 

Subscribers can now get everything they need at home with the new Fibr Plus Plans that come with at least 50 Mbps for only P2499. They may also opt for Fibr Plus Plans 3099 with speeds of up to 100 Mbps, Plan 4099 with speeds of up to 150 Mbps, or Plan 6099 with speeds of up to 300 Mbps. All plans come with 3 mesh WiFi units and 63 Cignal TV channels. 

To further give subscribers a stronger and more reliable internet connectivity at home, PLDT Home Fibr also modifies its existing broadband-only plans. Now subscribers have the option to upgrade their PLDT Home plans to Unli Fibr 1299 with speeds of up to 10 Mbps, Unli Fibr 1699 with speeds of up to 25 Mbps, Unli Fibr 2399 with speeds of up to 50 Mbps, and Unli Fibr 2999 with speeds of up to 100 Mbps. 

To know more about the new PLDT Home Fibr Plans, visit www.pldthome.com.

Jollibee brings joy to homes with new Jolly Kiddie Meal

‘The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run’ Jolly Kiddie Meal toys are available in all Jollibee stores until September 30, 2020 only. Collect all six and make your kid’s play and study time more fun by ordering via JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, foodpanda, and LalaFood from 7am to 7pm. Also available via Drive-Thru and Take Out.

This August, Jolly kids can have more fun playtime indoors with their family and enjoy the new Jolly Kiddie Meal toys featuring fun characters from the upcoming adventure comedy film, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run!

Jollibee brings joy to homes with new Jolly Kiddie Meal featuring The SpongeBob Movie toys

With this new set of toys from the country’s leading fast-food chain, kids can collect all Bikini Bottom characters and have fun adventures with SpongeBob SquarePants and friends. Each toy also has features kids can use for study time, making them ideal for both play and learning at home, all while enjoying their well-loved Jollibee favorites.

Jolly Kids can help SpongeBob SquarePants catch jellyfish by moving his hat up and down to move his net. They can also draw and measure lines with a handy rule by unfolding his hat. Kids can have creative playtimes with the help of Patrick Star as they watch his hands flap every time they use the stamp to decorate paper or use Gary the Snail’s adhesive tape on his back.

Kids can also help Mr. Krabs greet new Krusty Krab customers by rotating his left arm and use the eraser stored inside. Making their Bikini Bottom adventure even more fun, Jolly Kids can make Sandy Cheeks do a karate chop every time they sharpen their pencils or they can use the pen attached to Squidward and use the circular base as their guide in drawing circular motions to form spirograph art.

Collect and connect all six (6) Jolly Kiddie Meal toys featuring the characters from ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run’ with every purchase of a Yumburger (P80), Yumburger Meal with Drink (P100), Jolly Spaghetti (P95), Jolly Spaghetti Meal with Drink (P105), 1-pc. Burger Steak (P95), 1-pc. Burger Steak Meal with Drink (P105), 1-pc. Chickenjoy with Rice (P127), or 1-pc. Chickenjoy Meal with Drink (P142), each with its own Jolly Joy Box. Kids can also enjoy the entire set of toys with a 6-pc. Chickenjoy Bucket (P649).

‘The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run’ Jolly Kiddie Meal toys are available in all Jollibee stores until September 30, 2020 only. Collect all six and make your kid’s play and study time more fun by ordering via JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, foodpanda, and LalaFood from 7am to 7pm. Also available via Drive-Thru and Take Out.

Avignon Clinic now open in Quezon City

Avignon Clinic President Benedict Sy and Julia Montes (Celebrity  Ambassador)

 

Flagship Avignon Clinic now open in Quezon City

To help boost wellness and promote self-care especially during the pandemic, Avignon Clinic has opened its newest branch in Quezon City. A full service dermatology and aesthetic center of excellence, the flagship clinic features five-star hotel-like amenities and services, complemented by board-certified medical experts and state-of-the-art skin and beauty treatments. Additionally, Avignon has implemented standard protocols to protect everyone from the COVID-19 such as limiting clients in the clinic; all medical and aesthetic staff are fully equipped with Level 4 personal protective suits, and practicing social distancing. 

Avignon has also added its own hygiene measures. Found in the suites are UVC sterilizers, 8-stage air purifiers with HEPA filters, negative exhaust ventilation and vacuum. Joining Avignon Clinic president Benedict Sy (left) during the opening is Avignon’s newest endorser Julia Montes.

Clinic Address:

58 Sgt. Esguerra Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, 1101 Metro Manila

Business Hours: 

Open ⋅ Closes 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Contact Number: 0917 656 6988

Now showing: Country's first-ever drive-in cinema

SM Pampanga Drive In Cinema

 

As people adopt new habits apt for the changing times, businesses are also compelled to innovate and deliver new ways for everyone to experience the activities they have always enjoyed. One of these is recapturing the essence and joy of watching a film inside the halls of a cinema.

 

While movie theaters still have yet to open, SM Cinema gives its patrons the perfect opportunity to see upcoming films through its newest out-of-home entertainment experience, the "SM Cinema Drive-in: Movies at Sundown".

 

Now showing: Country's first-ever drive-in cinema

A throwback to the good old days of drive-in theaters, SM Cinema relives this experience for a new generation to enjoy, bringing them a fresh avenue for a #SafeAndFunMovieWatching crusade from the comfort of their cars.

 

Opening at SM City Pampanga Amphitheater, SM Cinema’s “Movies at Sundown” allows guests to watch movies on the big screen while observing social distancing rules set by the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF). Starting today, Friday, July 31, 2020, it will open to the general public featuring the movies’ “Train to Busan 2: Peninsula” and “My Spy.

The “SM Cinema Drive-in: Movies at Sundown” experience

A first in the Philippines, SM Cinema’s drive-in theater takes Filipino viewers to a new horizon of movie-watching.

 

Guests will be assigned their own parking spots to be guided by traffic marshalls. Once settled, spectators can see the film of their choice on a 20m x 8m screen raised 3-feet above the ground, and will be asked to tune in to a specific frequency on their car’s FM radio to broadcast the audio straight into their vehicles.

 

Guests can also choose the 6:30PM or 8:50PM schedules from July 31 to August 2. In the succeeding weeks, schedules will be every Thursday to Sundays at 6:45PM. And what’s a drive-in cinema without movie snacks? For a ticket price of only P400 per person, this gives viewers the chance to relish in a new cinematic experience paired with a free Regular Popcorn, Bottled Water, and Beef Franks from SnackTime.

 

A #SafeAndFunMovieWatching for Filipinos

Optimizing the best view for all guests, two (2) persons can be inside the car and a maximum of four (4) guests will be allowed. Attendees must also be between the ages 21 and 59, pursuant to the safety guidelines set by the IATF. For added safety, viewers will also be asked to stay inside their vehicles with their masks on and practice social distancing all throughout the duration of the movie.

Tickets for SM Cinema’s “Movies at Sundown” must be purchased online in advance at www.smtickets.com to ensure an uninterrupted viewing experience. No tickets will be sold at the venue, and viewers are advised to arrive at least 30 minutes before their scheduled screening.

 

“At SM Cinema, we have always explored new dimensions in film screenings to give our viewers the best movie-watching experience they deserve. Now that new norms have come to us, we do our best to meet our audience where they’re at, all while presenting a safe and innovative movie entertainment setup that’s a first in the country,” said Ruby Ann Reyes, SM Cinema’s Vice President for Marketing.

 

As a household name in film screening, SM Cinema brings back to its audience the joy of seeing movies on screen as they introduce a new way for people to catch their blockbuster favorites. Now available at SM City Pampanga—and soon in five other branches nationwide— catch the next big titles at the “SM Cinema Drive-in: Movies at Sundown" starting today, Friday, July 31, 2020 at SM City Pampanga. Purchase your tickets online via www.smtickets.com. 

5 eco-friendly cooking tips by Solane

Make your time in the kitchen more environmentally friendly with Solane

For many, life in quarantine has been an endless repetitive routine of cooking and cleaning. Since the kitchen consumes a lot of energy and food is a major contributor to carbon footprint, a lot of people have become more conscious about conserving food, energy, and other resources. Truly, a change in mindset and lifestyle can have a significant impact on the environment.

5 eco-friendly cooking tips

 

So, if you want to take your efforts up a notch and make your time in the kitchen more environmentally friendly, Solane, a leading LPG in the country, offers five simple tips for you to try.

Get sustainable cookware. 

One way to be environmentally responsible in the kitchen is to get rid of plastic cooking tools. It is best to have wooden spoons and spatulas instead. Not only are they sustainable and can prevent scratch marks on your pans, they also don’t melt, unlike plastic utensils. Also, non-stick Teflon pans may be the convenient choice for cookware, but they can be easily damaged and are known for releasing toxic chemicals. Try switching to heavy duty and long-lasting alternatives like cast-iron pans or ceramic Dutch ovens.

Save water. 

Water conservation has been a long-standing environmental concern. One way you can help with this problem in the kitchen is by investing in a low-flow faucet. When cooking, you can also rinse your produce in a container, instead of washing them under running water. Once you are done, that “rinse water” can be reused to water plants outdoors. Another tip: Defrost frozen food in the fridge in advance since defrosting under running water can be wasteful. Lastly, try steaming vegetables rather than boiling them because it uses less water and is generally healthier too.

Segregate waste. 

When you are cooking, a lot of trash is disposed of from food scraps to plastic packaging. Make sure you have multiple trash bins in your kitchen to separate biodegradable wastes from non-biodegradable trash. Do a quick search on the internet on which items falls into which category and print out signs to be placed by the garbage cans so you, your family, and household staff can easily familiarize yourselves with proper disposal. This practice also helps with the reduction of waste in landfills.  

Support local produce. 

Buying products from local businesses and farmers helps both the environment and the economy. Supporting local also contributes to the conservation of fuel and energy since local products do not have to be transported long distances. Also, many of these items are grown organically which is healthier for your body, a must amid the pandemic.

Use a trusted LPG brand. 

Liquefied petroleum gas is better for the environment than other fuels as it is known to release less carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. With this, it is best to choose a brand that has been used and trusted by many households in the country, like Solane, which also provides a cleaner, healthier, and safer fuel that will make every meal better for you, your family, and Mother Nature.

For more information, visit https://www.solane.com.ph or follow @solane.ph on Facebook.