Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love, but this year, it’s extra special.

While every day is a chance to show affection, February 14 offers the perfect excuse to go the extra mile. And this time, lovebirds have more than just a day—it’s an entire weekend of romance, with Valentine’s falling on a Friday.

That means more time for sweet surprises, unforgettable dates, and moments that make hearts flutter. Whether it’s a candlelit dinner, a weekend getaway, or a simple gesture straight from the heart, this Valentine’s weekend is the perfect chance to make love last a little longer.

Ever thought about seeing the world from a whole new angle? The vivo X200 Pro lets you do just that by turning everyday moments into something extraordinary through macro photography.

Whether you dream of becoming a professional photographer or simply enjoy snapping shots for fun, there’s something truly captivating about zooming in on life’s tiny details. Macro photography offers an exciting gateway into this world, revealing beauty you might never have noticed before.

This approach isn’t just about capturing close-ups—it teaches patience, sharpens your attention to detail, and sparks creativity. Plus, it opens your eyes to the often-overlooked marvels around you, making everyday life feel a little more magical.

The best part? The vivo X200 Pro features a powerful camera system that will be your companion on this fun photography journey as you open your eyes to the world's hidden wonders!

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ZEISS-powered excellence in every shot

Co-engineered with ZEISS, the vivo X200 Pro redefines what you can expect from smartphone photography and more!

Equipped with industry's highest 200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto Camera, the vivo X200 Pro offers five innovative telephoto capabilities, including the Telephoto Macro mode, designed to capture intricate details with stunning clarity.

While lenses of this caliber usually come at a premium, the collaboration between vivo and ZEISS has made these specialized lenses and superior optics accessible to everyday consumers. 

Award-winning Filipino filmmaker Joseph Abello brings his climate advocacy to the screen using the vivo V40 in his latest short film, created for the Oscar M. Lopez Foundation’s Mga Kwento ng Klima (MKK) Short Films 2024. This annual competition invites storytellers to spotlight the Filipino experience of climate change and emphasize the urgent need for environmental action.

Known for acclaimed films What Home Feels Like and Double Twisting Double Back, Abello directed Water for Three Sisters to depict the impact of water interruptions in Cainta, Rizal, his hometown. Using the V40, he highlights the struggles of local communities, urging Filipinos to reflect on the pressing climate challenges affecting lives nationwide.

For photography enthusiasts, the vivo V40 Lite 5G offers a fresh way to capture stunning moments. This latest midrange smartphone from vivo features a 50MP main camera, a 32MP portrait camera, and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens with a 120° field of view, ensuring every shot stands out.

Equipped with advanced features like AI Aura Light, AI Erase, and AI Photo Enhance, the V40 Lite 5G empowers users to take vibrant, studio-quality photos anytime, anywhere, with precise control over every detail.

Unmatched camera setup for every photography style

The vivo V40 Lite 5G is equipped with a 50MP main camera for strikingly clear images, a 32MP portrait camera that excels in selfies, and an 8MP ultra wide-angle camera with a 120° field of view. The ultra-wide lens is ideal for capturing stunning group shots and panoramic landscapes, while vivo’s intelligent algorithms correct wide-angle distortion to deliver flawless images.

 

Once again, Becky proves she's the one to watch, leaving the internet in awe.

When it comes to fashion and posing, Thai superstar Rebecca Patricia 'Becky' Armstrong is one of the talented individuals who has honed her craft to perfection in front of the camera.

First seen in Vogue Thailand and now in vivo Philippines, Becky radiated with the vivo V40 5G in Sunglow Peach, effortlessly stunning with a sleek updo and fresh barely-there makeup look.

Her powerful online presence was on full display as her Filipino supporters rushed to the comment section, cheering on her stunning collaboration with vivo.

Becky’s latest choice is here to impress. Scroll ahead to explore why the vivo V40 5G is the perfect fusion of tech and style for every fashion lover.

Bringing fashion imagery closer to real life

Fashion speaks in visuals, and Becky, as a true fashionista, knows exactly how to command attention with eye-catching imagery on social media.

Elevate your feed to editorial standards. The vivo V40 5G’s trio of 50MP lenses crafted to ZEISS’ precise optical standards empowers you to capture professional-level portraits and perfect your signature online aesthetic in stunning, crisp detail.

It also has a ZEISS Multifocal Portrait with three popular focal lengths for portrait photography - 24mm, 35mm, and 50mm.

A good selfie needs a good snap of a camera. And with our situation with nothing much to do but have yourself with a good selfie, a day wouldn't be complete without a snap of a camera. But have you ever been in a situation wherein you’re “dressed to the nines” and fully made up for an epic night only to be disappointed because you can’t seem to capture a stunning selfie due to the lack of lighting? It’s a frustrating scenario to be in, especially now when you just want to look and feel good despite being stuck at home—that is unless you have proper lighting setups installed.

Luckily, with the vivo V19 Neo, you need not worry about proper lighting and perfect timing to capture the best version of yourself. With the midrange smartphone’s super night selfie, AI Makeup, and Pose master features, anytime is the perfect time to take a selfie.

Super Night mode
For the latest addition to their “V” series, leading global technology company, vivo, added a super night selfie mode which contains advanced noise reduction technology that helps maximize its high definition 32MP selfie camera in low-light settings. With the super night selfie mode, users can capture every detail to produce photos that fully embody their beauty, even when it’s already dark. 
If the v19 Neo can produce magnificent photos in low-light, what more if you decide to shoot with sunlight. Throw in the smartphone’s AI Makeup feature and you’re bound to look as if you’ve diligently been doing the “10 step Korean skin care routine” since the quarantine started.

And if you’re out of ideas, you can “pose easy” knowing that the smartphone’s AI Pose Master has got your back. The built-in camera feature helps you think of creative ways to take selfies and further highlight your style.

So what are you waiting for? Schedule your own private photoshoot any time of the day with the vivo V19 Neo, available in Crystal White and Admiral Blue colorways for only P17,999 at authorized vivo stores nationwide. To learn more, visit vivoglobal.ph

If you're playing mobile games, especially on your phones then this news from vivo is one news that you don't want to miss. So, this coming Friday, July 3, two professional gamers, Junnie Boy and Bianca Yao are set to a face-off and showcase their Mobile Legends: Bang Bang skills as they test the gaming features of the vivo V19 Neo. The Mobile Legends Live Stream event will also see the top vloggers captaining their respective teams.

The match will be livestreamed by vivo Philippines on its Facebook page on Friday, July 3 at 7 PM (PST). Junnie Boy and Bianca Yao will also host livestreams on their Facebook channels which have 2.65 million and 96,000 subscribers, respectively.

Two gamers can get a chance to play in the Mobile Legends Live Stream and win exciting prizes. They just have to “like” the vivo Philippines’ official Facebook page, take a selfie, comment why they want to be part of #TeamJunnieBoy or #TeamBianca on the post, and share this using the hashtags #IgniteYourNight, #vivoV19NeoMLLiveBattle.

The brand will also give away vivo merchandise, including a vivo S1 Pro Bluetooth headset, to lucky viewers who will tune in to the livestream. The winners will be announced after the online event.

Since its release in 2016, Mobile Legends has become popular in Southeast Asia and was among the games included in the first-ever esports competition at the 2019 Southeast Asian Games held in the Philippines.

A mobile multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game, Mobile Legends has been designed for smartphones with gaming features such as the new vivo V19 Neo.

The latest gaming flagship handset of vivo, the V19 Neo features an Ultra Game Mode which makes for totally undisturbed playing by blocking messages and alerts, for a fully immersive and engaging game. It is also equipped with AI Turbo, Center Turbo, Game Turbo, Net Turbo, Cooling Turbo, and ART++ Turbo. These are multi-turbo functions that offer an elevated and exciting gaming experience especially when playing Mobile Legends and other mobile games.

The midrange smartphone also has a dual-engine fast-charging 4500mAh battery that powers a Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 AIE and 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM, to enable users to play their favorite graphics-heavy mobile games for hours.

The V19 Neo also has a 6.44-inch Super AMOLED FHD+ Ultra O Screen which brings out the mobile games’ vibrant and authentic colors without causing eyestrain. Its low brightness anti-flicker technology also provides added eye protection, especially when playing at night.

The V19 Neo is available in Crystal White and Admiral Blue colorways, for only P17,999 at authorized Vivo stores nationwide. To know more about the vivo V19 Neo, visit vivo Philippines’ website.

We're still in ECQ, meaning we still have limited movements and space to go to. So, we are still confined to our own houses. Even though that there are many ways on how people are coping with the feelings of anxiety, depression, boredom, and other ill-effects of an extended enhanced community quarantine, we still do our best to overcome any situation.  But of course, there, still, some ways that are not good for us like, stress-eating.

While understandable, such a lifestyle may not be sustainable in the long run--especially if one has not been exercising. Unfortunately, most gyms and sports facilities won’t be opening anytime soon, so there is really no better way to shed-off excess fat than by adopting exercise habits at home.

Don’t know where to start? Here are simple and easy ways to get your body moving and getting it back into tip-top shape.


Start with simple activities

It would be unwise to instantly go through rigorous exercises and programs without priming your body to go through them. Activate and engage your body through simple activities such as cleaning the house while listening to upbeat music. You can also try meditating just to make sure that your mind is in harmony with your body.

Download Workout apps

The vivo app store has workout apps that contain plenty of programs and exercises. Try apps that include High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) programs where you do a series of repetitions continuously with minimal rest time. While these apps promote quick workouts that last less than 10 minutes, do not be fooled--you will feel like you just ran a marathon.

Head to Facebook for live workout videos

If motivation is what gets you going when it comes to workouts, try doing it together with other online users. Facebook pages of different gyms around the metro now offer both free and paid live online workout classes like yoga and shadow boxing that are sure to shed off a few “quarantine pounds”. If you’re not to keen on working out with strangers, you can always gather your friends for a video call workout session. Just make sure you actually work out and not end up having an “e-numan”--you can always do that at a different time.

Try Tik-Tok dance challenges

If conventional workout routines and exercises aren’t your thing, you can always try creating TikTok videos. Try engaging in a “dance workout” by trying out all the dance challenges created by users in the platform. You will actually sweat buckets trying to perfect the challenges over and over again.

These home-based exercise methods may not be the same as “maxing out” in the gym, but these are great ways to maintain an active lifestyle and fight off the urge to stress-eat during these unprecedented times.

All it takes are a few clicks. You can download the Facebook app and plenty of workout apps using the vivo app store, pre-installed in all vivo mobile devices.

We have been quarantined and locked inside the house for more than a month already, so, I'm pretty sure that you're also having a problem with the activities to do with the family. So here are some fun activities for the family to enjoy during the extended enhanced community quarantine. It's six apps to be exact that you can enjoy with your loved ones to help rid of the boredom.

Spaceteam (Free)
This game involves teamwork, quick reading and listening skills, and lots of shouting. Spaceteam is a multiplayer game where 2-8 players operate a spaceship by following on-screen instructions to successfully traverse space-avoiding asteroids and wormholes in the process. The catch? While each player has a unique set of controls, time-sensitive instructions to your controls will only be directed to any of your teammate’s screens—hence the shouting.

Heads Up (Free, with in-app purchases)
“The Ellen Show” fans will undoubtedly be familiar with this guessing game she plays with celebrity guests. With several categories to choose from, players take turns holding their smartphones on their foreheads as the app flashes words that the beholder must guess. The player opposite the screen helps the other player guess the word by shouting clues, doing accents, or acting the word out.

Out of the Loop (Free, with in-app purchases)
Being left out has never been this fun! Out of the Loop is a 5-9 player game that presents a secret word to all but one participant—the one dubbed “out of the loop” by the app. All players then proceed to answer questions about the word, with a vigilant ear to try and guess who they think is out of the loop. The challenge is for the person left out to try their best not to be obvious and pretend to be in the know.

Monopoly (P199)
More of the board game type? Good news! Monopoly is available for mobile devices for only P199. The mobile version of the popular board game allows a maximum of 4 players to sharpen their business minds in an attempt to bankrupt each other.

Exploding Kittens (P99)
For just P99, the nerve-wracking, hostility-inducing card game is available for mobile devices as well. Gather around and enjoy a highly-strategic, kitty-powered version of Russian Roulette with the entire family as the game allows for a maximum of 5 players.

TikTok (Free)
Those who want to shed off some quarantine-induced weight, showcase their talents, and simply have fun with the family can try TikTok, the latest and top destination for short-form creative videos. Family members can use the app to show off their dance moves, acting skills, humor, and creativity. They can also follow @vivo_philippines to check out exciting videos from the smartphone brand.

So, what are you waiting for? Strategize, laugh, dance, and bond with the family by downloading these apps through the Vivo app store which is pre-installed in all Vivo smartphone models.

A small gesture of encouragement and strength as vivo Philippiens helped in boosting the morale of frontliners and further ensure their protection, vivo Philippines has given out appreciation letters and thousands of surgical masks to select hospitals through the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and other local government offices.


The handwritten letters of gratitude and encouragement, and masks were turned over to the OVP for distribution to the Philippine General hospital, and the Bonifacio Global City administration office for distribution to St. Luke’s Medical Center – Global City. vivo directly handed similar donations to The Medical City Ortigas.


“With their valiant efforts, our medical frontliners are truly the heroes in this battle we are waging, but we also understand they are also human and can be physically and emotionally exhausted,” said Charisma Buan, vivo Philippines PR Lead.

While most of the letters were addressed to frontliners, some were also directed to COVID-19 patients to give them hope.


“Along with providing much-needed support, we also want to instill hope during this pandemic, especially to the victims and their families. With our modest contribution, we hope to help our medical frontliners in flattening the curve soon.”

Well, just recently or rather yesterday, Vivo one of the leading smartphone brand in the country now, has finally and officially introduced their latest celebrity endorser. During the Vivo V15 Mall Show happened in SM Megamall's Activity Center, it was officially introduced to the crowd and naming Maine Mendoza as their newest celebrity brand ambassador.


During the event, fans and followers of Maine Mendoza where all excited to witness the brand endorser and of course to have a glimpse of star. Also, those who have purchased their Vivo V15 was given a chance to have a meet and greet with the queen of dubs, Maine.

Few of the highlights of the events where capture by yours truly Toto which can be watch on our YouTube channel Kwento Ni Toto or you can simply have it watch below.

The time Maine Mendoza was introduced....


Of course Maine and the fans had their fun as well with the prepared two (2) games.






Later on executives presents during the event took time to have a photo opportunity with Maine Mendoza.

One specific date of the year where everyone is busy buying flowers, chocolates and gifts and most of all the romance and the gooey-eyed couples together in a very romantic place. But make sure not to spoil that romantic view .

Whether you are out and about painting the town red or enjoying a home-cooked meal for Valentine’s Day, it’s about making the most out of the grandest or simplest moments. Aside from the memories you will create, a photo with your loved one is one of the most poignant souvenirs during your V-date.

Vivo, one of the leading smartphone brands in the world, introduced its flagship V7+ that has a 24-megapixel front camera to make sure that you and your SO can relive the romantic night with a clearer selfie. The 24-MP selfie camera is raved for allowing users to take good photos even in low light—perfect for capturing a fun night out or a candlelit dinner at home.

“Capture your best selfie with your Valentine using the 24 mp front camera of V7+”

Photo too dark? Don’t worry. Vivo V7+ also has a built-in soft light flash for selfies for your convenience. You also do not need a separate photo editor to enhance your selfies. The V7+ comes with the innovative Face Beauty 7.0 to even out your complexion and reduce the appearance of blemishes.

“Fresher and brighter skin complemented by a variety of filters with the Face Beauty 7.0”
The V7+ allows you to change the aperture focus of the front camera with its Portrait Mode for a bokeh effect that can minimize a noisy background, putting you and your better half in the spotlight.

“Bokeh effect that puts you in the spotlight when you take a selfie”
This phone also has 5.99-inch all-screen display that allows you to see every detail of the photo so you can make sure it’s flawless before sharing the romance online. With its 84.4% screen-to-body ratio, no need to zoom in to check your selfie before posting!

The V7+ comes in Matte Black color and Crown Gold for only Php Php17,990. It is available at Lazada, Argomall, and all Vivo concept stores and kiosks.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at www.vivo.com/ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VivoPhil/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivophil/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.

Get to know the secret and understand how, as one of the newest brand make its way to the limelight of the smartphone industry. There was just no stopping Vivo in 2017. The global smartphone brand proved to be the fastest growing in terms of popularity amongst the young and the hip crowd in the Philippines, settling itself on the third spot in the market beyond brands Apple, Huawei, LG, and Asus. To date, Vivo has at least 1.1 million users and 5,200 stores in the Philippines.

But before finding fame in the Philippines in early 2016, Vivo has already been named as one of the top 5 global smartphone brands and observed the highest year-over-year growth of 32% in global shipments. Vivo’s success remains unprecedented with 200 million Vivo global users and 19 overseas markets in 2017.

What made Vivo successful?

Vivo cares about its users, pushing the brand to constantly innovate and improve user experience. Vivo maintains six research and development centers and continuously improves their products. In order to ensure its top position in the technology and mobile phone arena, Vivo established a technical partnership and patent sharing with leading telecommunications equipment company Qualcomm.

In an aim to provide its users—mostly the young, selfie-centric generation, Vivo launched the world-leading 24MP front camera—one of the industry’s firsts with a special selfie soft light to cater to constant need to document one’s experiences anytime, anywhere, even in dimly lit environments.
Vivo took Sports marketing seriously in 2017

Vivo signed up NBA superstar Stephen Curry in mid 2017 to represent its equally first-rate brand. Likewise, the big-ticket brand became the official sponsor of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia which it heavily advertised in the entirety of 2017. In the Philippines, Vivo supported various sports events as co-presenter and sponsor of ABS-CBN NBA Philippines Season 2016 and 2017 and Season 2017 and 2018 of the NCAA Men’s Basketball and UAAP Men’s Basketball Season 80.

Curry video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMiOo9od0a0&feature=youtu.be

Entertainment, lifestyle, and fashion were a spotlight for Vivo in 2017

Vivo’s entrance into the entertainment, lifestyle, and fashion scene were quite eventful in 2017. During the grand launch of the Vivo V7+, the biggest celebrities were formally introduced as the ambassadors for the brand with Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, and Julie Anne San Jose headlining the roster of these star influencers. All in all, Vivo Philippines launched 25 local brand endorsers: Maymay Entrata, BOYBANDPH, Kisses Delavin, Chienna Filomeno, Darren Espanto, Tony Labrusca, Inigo Pascual, Ashley Rivera, Barbie Forteza, Maris Racal, Kira Balinger, Loisa Andalio, Paul Salas, KZ Tandingan, Andrea Brillantes, TJ Monterde, Sassa Dagdag, McCoy, De Leon, Sue Ramirez, Verniece Enciso, Joyce Pring, and Jason Dy.
Vivo also served as co-presenter of the 2018 Mega Fashion Week Spring Summer with their brand influencers Kathryn Bernardo and Kisses Delavin headlining the stylish event.

In order to reach out to more of the younger populace, Vivo mall and school tours were also in abundance with 59 mall tours nationwide featuring the Vivo brand influencers and 19 school tours in various colleges and universities in and out of Manila featuring the best bands and music artists.

Vivo helps, heals, and cares

In December 2017, Vivo launched a touching tribute video for the freedom fighters of Marawi which garnered a total of 2.2 million views on the official Vivo Philippines Facebook page and 91,000 interactions. To follow through with their gratitude for the selfless heroism of the soldiers, Vivo paid tribute by way of a pre-Christmas CSR activity at the AFP Hospital. Vivo Philippines volunteers and Vivo brand influencers dropped by to spend time with the wounded soldiers of Marawi to give moral support. The Vivo group offered simple tokens and a bit of entertainment to the delight of the soldiers and their families.

Video link: https://www.facebook.com/VivoPhil/videos/525331654510639/?id=296173570575105&brand_redir=296173570575105
Vivo, indeed, maintained its momentum in the top tier of the mobile phone industry. This success can be attributed to the brands accurate consumer insight and creative marketing strategy. Vivo is relatable to the global young and hip consumers and is a reachable and serviceable brand anytime, anywhere.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at www.vivo.com/ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VivoPhil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivophil/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.