2023/01/30

Uratex Monoblock Leads the Charge in Durable and Safe Plastic Furnishings with the "Bawal ang Marupok" Campaign

1/30/2023 12:01:00 AM

 

When you are furnishing your home, workplace, or establishment, plastic chairs, tables, and drawers are a must-have! These versatile essentials have proven their worth time and time again by transforming any space into a functional and inviting haven that can easily redesigned as needed.

But with so many brands producing plastic home furnishings, specifically monobloc chairs, how do you know which ones are worth your money? The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Bureau of Philippine Standards (DTI-BPS), has got your back! They've implemented strict guidelines and standards to ensure the quality and safety of monobloc chairs and stools, requiring all manufacturers to apply for the mandatory Philippine Standard (PS) mark - proof that the product passed the DTI-BPS's rigorous standards.


 

Enter Uratex Monoblock - the plastic furniture brand that's taking the market by storm! By adhering to the DTI-BPS's standards, Uratex Monoblock has become the first brand in the Philippines to pass the highest plastic furniture standard in the country - the Level 5 of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) - ISO 7173. With its mission to provide top-notch products and cater to consumers' desire for durable, value-for-money items, Uratex Monoblock is a clear choice for those who want to make their home, workplace, or establishment as stylish and functional as possible!


 

Why Bawal Ang Marupok?
Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the brand launched the Bawal ang Marupok campaign with the goal to educate and equip the market on how to be keen and discerning when it comes to investing in plastic chairs and to avoid marupok or brittle ones that can potentially harm them. One of the ways that the brand emphasized is to check the warning label to see if the chair has PS certification and recommended seat load capacity for safety and assurance.

Moreover, the campaign aims to highlight the brand’s ongoing thrust and purpose to nurture and protect its consumers by providing top-notch quality products that are not just ergonomic in its design but also durable and will stand the test of time.

 


In the recently held campaign media launch at Eton Centris, on January 17, 2023, Uratex Monoblock conducted a forum led by Uratex Monoblock Business Unit Director Dindo Medina, Department of Trade & Industry-Bureau of Philippine Standards (DTI-BPS) Assistant Director Ferdinand L. Manfoste and Department of Science & Technology - Forest Products Research & Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) Deputy Director Rico Cabangon as part of the panel. During the panel discussion, Mr. Medina explained the objective, rationale, and inspiration behind the Bawal Ang Marupok campaign. As for Mr. Ferdinand Manfoste and Mr. Rico Cabangon they explained why Uratex Monoblock chairs easily pass, if not exceed industry's standards. Both industry experts shared their insights on the safety and durability of Uratex Monoblock chairs.

 

“Uratex Monoblock’s passion has always been to provide our consumers with quality items,” Mr. Medina shared. “With the Bawal ang Marupok campaign, we aim to further communicate Uratex Monoblock’s standard for excellent craftsmanship, as well as to educate consumers to be more discerning of the quality and durability of plastic chairs as they value the safety of their family.”


 


Apart from industry experts, Mommy celebrities, Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio and Camille Prats Yambao graced the event to share their thoughts and actual experiences – highlighting their role as a mom to be alert and well-informed with regards to buying quality household items for the home.

“For me, my family’s safety always comes first,” Rica shared. “Whenever I purchase items for our home, I always consider how the item can serve our family. Is it safe? Is it durable? Can it last for a long time?” “Monobloc chairs have been a Filipino household staple, but I agree that not all are made the same,” Camille said. “I really agree with Uratex Monoblock’s campaign, bawal talaga ang marupok. It’s really an invitation for every Filipino home to give importance to products that are safe and durable,” she added.


 

Media invitees were also given a short walk-through of how Uratex Monoblock chairs are being tested before they go out to the market. They also got to participate in various strength tests that ensure the durability of Uratex Monoblock chairs. This is what I think is called the stress test.

Uratex Monoblock chairs come in various designs and styles and are both BPS and ISO Level 5 certified. They are guaranteed safe and durable, can withstand time, and can hold up to 200 kilos. With its recent campaign launch, Uratex Monoblock is a living proof that quality and durability matters – Bawal ang Marupok!


 

To learn more about Uratex Monoblock and its products, visit uratex.com.ph/collections/monoblocks. You may also follow/uratexmonoblockchairs on Facebook, and @uratexmonoblock on Instagram for updates and upcoming promos.

2023/01/29

Dinagyang Festival's Comeback Exceeds Expectations: A Complete Success with Impressive Choreography and Striking Costumes

1/29/2023 12:36:00 PM

 

Mayor Jerry P. Treñas of Iloilo City was over the moon with the return of the Dinagyang Festival to the city's streets, describing it as a "complete success." With thousands of domestic and foreign visitors flocking to the festival's various activities, the Mayor said everyone wanted a strong comeback and it was a triumph, showing that Dinagyang and their Sto. Niño are beyond politics.

“Everyone wanted a strong comeback…It was a complete success and this showed that Dinagyang and our Sto. Niño are beyond politics,” added Treñas. Dinagyang Festival is known far and wide for its participants’ impressive choreography and striking costumes that reflect Ilonggo ingenuity, craftsmanship and artistry.

Conversation over Batchoy with Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Trenas, SM Supermalls president Steven Tan, lifestyle columnist and philanthropist Tessa Prieto, TV personality Tim Yap, veteran broadcaster Karen Davila, Manila Bulletin’s Arnel Patawaran and renowned Iloilo Chef, Rafael "Tibong" Jardeleza Jr. 


Darren Espanto wowed the audience with his song and dance performances


The Dinagyang Festival is known for its incredible choreography and stunning costumes that showcase Ilonggo creativity, craftsmanship, and artistic flair. Mayor Treñas took the opportunity to congratulate the Iloilo Festivals Foundation, Inc. (IFFI), the participating tribes, corporate sponsors, and all the Ilonggo people, who made the festival a success with their strong support.

“I acknowledge all our sponsors from the private sector for their significant contributions in the success of Dinagyang. Of course, sa inyo tanan, mga pinalangga ko nga Ilonggo. Ang tanan nga ini bangud sa inyo kag para man sa inyo. Your strong support in all our activities played a meaningful role in the overall success of the festival,” said Treñas.

Hala Bira! Lifestyle columnist Tessa Prieto, TV Personality Tim Yap and broadcaster Karen Davila at the Dinagyang Exhibit with SM Supermalls president Steven Tan.

 

Youtube star Small Laude with Talent Manager Jojie Dingcong enjoying a bowl of Batchoy at SM City Iloilo


The top sponsor of the festival was SM City Iloilo, which also served as the venue for many Dinagyang activities. The first-ever Dinagyang Ilomination, Batchoy Festival, festival costumes exhibit, and concerts by various artists including Asia’s Pop Heartthrob Darren Espanto, were among the activities held there.

The festivities were graced by no less than First Lady of the Philippines Atty. Liza Araneta Marcos and some prominent government officials including House Speaker Martin Romualdez, Senators Risa Hontiveros, Jinggoy Estrada, Mark Villar, Francis Tolentino, Bong Revilla, and former senator Franklin Drilon. YouTube sensation Small Laude, broadcast journalist Karen Davila, lifestyle columnist and philanthropist Tessa Prieto Valdez, television presenter and entrepreneur Tim Yap were also in attendance, and they were warmly welcomed by Mayor Treñas and SM Supermalls president Steven Tan.

(From left to right) House Speaker Martin Romualdez, SM Supermalls president Steven Tan, First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos, and Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas during the Dinagyang Dance Competition at the Iloilo Freedom Grandstand


The special guests were seen enjoying the Ilomination night at SM City Iloilo with Mayor Jerry Treñas,  SM’s SVP for Operations Bien Mateo, Talent Manager Jojie Dingcong, Youtube celebrity Small Laude,veteran broadcaster Karen Davila, former senator Franklin Drilon, SM Supermalls president Steven Tan, philanthropist and influencer Tessa Prieto, eventologist Tim Yap, Manila Bulletin’s Arnel Patawaran and Chef Tibong Jardeleza,Jr. 

  

Several dignitaries from foreign embassies were also in attendance, including Romanian Ambassador to the Philippines HE Raduta Dana Matache, Indonesian Ambassador to the Philippines HE Agus Widjojo, Royal Thai Ambassador to the Philippines HE Tull Traisorat, Royal Norwegian Ambassador to the Philippines HE Christian Halaas Lyster, Hungary Ambassador to the Philippines HE Titanilla Toth, Embassy of Poland Ambassador to the Philippines HE Jaroslaw Szczepankiewicz, Embassy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka Charge d'Affaires, a.i. Ms. P.G.P. Kaushalya, Consul General of Japan in Cebu Hideki Yamaji, and Embassy of the United States in the Philippines Chief Consuls Kristofer Graf and Leo Balantac.

Dinagyang is a Hiligaynon word meaning revelry or merrymaking. The festival is Iloilo City’s version of the Ati-atihan celebrations that are widely observed not only in Panay Island but also in other parts of the country. Two foreign dignitaries who attended the festival were full of praise for the festivities.

Uncovering the Truth Behind the Mang Kanor Scandal: Watch the Shocking Story Unfold on AQ Prime

1/29/2023 07:11:00 AM

 

The image of Mang Kanor left a negative connotation to all. For most of the guys, it's more admiration, while for the ladies, it's disgust.

Who wouldn't be, knowing that you're filming all your sexual acts? Worst, it was leaked and uploaded to the internet. And that's when he became famous and sensational, because the videos went viral. It was a scandal that made his name known.

According to stories, the videos on his phone were for himself only. Unfortunately, it was snatched, and that's where it all started.

  

 

 


According to stories on the internet, Mang Kanor was an ex-police officer, but it wasn't clear if he retired from the service. Or he went absent without leave, or was AWOL.

He was a generous man. He helped most of the students that he knew with their financial needs. And probably this sparked a few dark thoughts in him since some of the students are pretty.

At present, Mang Kanor is a name coined for a dirty old man dating young girls.



 
Though the act and name of Mang Kanor became a sensational story, only a few people knew the story. So, this 2023 AQ Prime streams his story to give a platform to describe who Mang Kanor was. Also, what had happened in his life, and the real story.

In this movie, Rez Cortez plays the role of Mang Kanor. Together with some of the sexy stars in AQ Prime, this ensemble is the whole cast of this movie.







 
We have known Rez Cortez, and throughout his career in showbiz, he has played plenty of roles. From kontrabida to sidekick, from drama to comedy, has nailed and concreted his acting skills in the industry.

Watch the stream on AQ Prime!

2023/01/27

Veteran Actors Aiko Melendez, John Estrada, and Pops Fernandez host the star-studded 35th Star Awards for Television

1/27/2023 05:39:00 AM


Another year to catch the brightes star in this glittering Star Awards for Television. The stage is set and this year's hosts will be TV veteran stars Pops Fernandez, Aiko Melendez, and John Estrada as hosts. It will be held on January 28, 2023, at 6pm, at Winford Manila Resort and Casino.

World-class celebrity performers Lani Misalucha and Kuh Ledesma lead the first face-to-face awarding ceremony this year marking the 35th edition organized by The Philippine Movie Press Club, Inc. (PMPC). The Asia's Nightingale takes the center stage for the opening number while the Jamsap talents and other surprise guests do the special number. Meanwhile, Kris Lawrence, Joaquin Garcia, and JV Decena sing for the tribute number honoring the lifetime achievement awardees. Closing the night's celebration is the grand finale by Ms. Kuh Ledesma.

TV host-turned-politician Senator Raffy Tulfo and former actress Connie Angeles will lead this year’s honorees as recipients of the Excellence in Broadcasting Lifetime Achievement Award and the Ading Fernando Lifetime Achievement Award, respectively.

Expected to liven up the night would be the presence of showbiz’s hottest tandems -- Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano and Kelvin Miranda and Mikee Quintos – who shall receive the German Moreno Power Tandem of the Year.

The 35th Star Awards edition is led by incumbent PMPC President Fernan de Guzman together with the club's officers and members. On hand to support them for this exciting awards night is JAMSAP Entertainment Corporation led by Jojo Flores and Maricar Moina. Frank Lloyd Mamaril directs the show.

2023/01/21

DARNA to face SUPER SOLDIERS; Series Spawned TikTok Content with 2.3B Views

1/21/2023 06:04:00 PM

 

Get ready for more explosive battles with the rise of the super soldiers who are set to be unified to beat the iconic superhero Darna (Jane De Leon) in “Mars Ravelo’s Darna,” the most talked-about Kapamilya series that stirred conversations and spawned Darna-related content with the #Darna and generated 2.3 billion combined views on TikTok in 2022.

 


Under the command of General Borgo (Richard Quan) are Narda’s former suitor Noah Vallesteros (Paolo Gumabao), her co-worker Andrei Abesamis (Young JV), Borgo’s aide Xandra (Kim Rodriguez), police officer Arthur Pineda (Eric Fructuoso), journalist Sigfried Cruz (Joshua Colet), Mayor Zaldy Vallesteros (Simon Ibarra), and his assistant Maisha Rodriguez (Dawn Chang), who all transformed as Extras and earned their superpowers. Also about to become a super soldier in the coming days is Regina’s (Janella Salvador) assistant Ali Corpuz (Mark Manicad) based on the series’ teaser.


 
Noah and Andrei first paired up to use their fiery and explosive powers to wreak havoc during a charity ball event, while Sigfried was given a serum to transform into an Extra after proving his loyalty to Borgo.



 
After revealing his connections to drug syndicates and Brian Robles’ (Joshua Garcia) dead father, police officer Arthur escaped from a hospital with Sigfried’s help to become Borgo’s ally.

When Mr. X, the mastermind behind the drug syndicates was unveiled to be Mayor Zaldy, he desperately attempted to escape Darna and the cops by injecting a serum on himself that turned him into a giant Extra with astounding muscular strength.

 


Meanwhile, his assistant Maisha frantically sought the help of businesswoman Victoria Villaceran (Carla Martinez) who turned out to be another Borgo’s identity. Maisha accepted the serum from Borgo and joined his soldiers of Extras.

With a group of super soldiers and her arch-nemesis Valentina plotting to cause even more danger, Darna is pushed to her limit as the stone’s protector who must save the people of Nueva Esperanza.



 

Catch “Darna” weeknights at 8pm on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, CineMo, A2Z, and TV5. The ABS-CBN series produced by JRB Creative Production is also available on iWantTFC, and TFC. For more information, follow JRB Creative Production on Facebook and Twitter (@JRBcreativeprod) and on Instagram (@JRBcreativeproduction).




For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram, or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

Whitney Houston's I Wanna Dance With Somebody Soundtrack feature star-studded remixes and originals

1/21/2023 07:39:00 AM

 

Have you watched Whitney Houston's I Wanna Dance with Somebody? Well, in case you have not watch it, here's the list of titles of the soundtracks of the movie.

“This totally unique soundtrack album brings many of Whitney’s classics into 2023 and beyond. Contemporary, current and often scorching, if you love Whitney’s music, you must own this album,” says Clive Davis.

This features the long list of music spanning two decades of Houston’s legendary career, I Wanna Dance With Somebody (The Movie: Whitney New, Classic and Reimagined) includes nearly two hours of remixed and original versions of Whitney Houston songs, with special guest features by BeBe Winans, Clean Bandit, Kygo, Lucky Daye, SG Lewis, Samaria, Jax Jones, Leikeli47, P2J, Oxlade, Pheelz, and more.

“We are thrilled to be releasing the amazing 35-song soundtrack to the Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody film with RCA Records,” says Pat Houston, President of The Estate of Whitney E. Houston. “We think the fans will be excited to hear some incredible music they know and love, as well as some new never-before-released tracks, including ‘Far Enough’ and the incredible ‘Don't Cry For Me,’ which ends the film.”

“I am extremely honored and proud to have been asked to reimagine a track made by all-time legend Whitney Houston,” says Sam Feldt. “Being a key part of this unique movie’s soundtrack by turning this classic into a 2023 ready dance-pop banger is an absolute pleasure, and I can’t wait for the fans to hear it.” "I’m beyond excited for the fans and the next generation of fans to experience the greatness of Whitney and what her voice meant and still means to all of us,” says Rodney Jerkins.

We all know her, and she's one of the most iconic and influential singers in music history, Houston sold over 200 million albums throughout her legendary career, to become one of the best-selling artists of the 20th century. Her self-titled debut album, Whitney Houston was one of the most acclaimed albums in modern recording history, spending 14 weeks at #1 on Billboard Top 200 and selling more than twenty-five million copies worldwide. The streak continued when Houston became the first female artist to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200 with her sophomore album, Whitney.

Together, the two albums spurred seven #1 singles with a catalog of hits that include, “Saving All My Love for You,” “How Will I Know,” “Greatest Love of All,” “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me),” “Didn’t We Almost Have It All,” “So Emotional,” and “Where Do Broken Hearts Go.” A run that would lead Houston to become the only Black artist to earn three RIAA Diamond-certified albums.

I Wanna Dance With Somebody Soundtrack Tracklisting

1.  I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Whitney Houston & P2J)
2.  Don't Cry For Me (Whitney Houston & Sam Feldt)
3.  Higher Love (Whitney Houston & Kygo)
4.  The Greatest Love Of All (Whitney Houston & Jax Jones) 
5.  I'm Every Woman (Whitney Houston & SG Lewis)
6.  How Will I Know (Whitney Houston & Clean Bandit)
7.  I Love The Lord (Whitney Houston, BeBe Winans, Great John)
8.  Don't Cry For Me (Darkchild Film Version)
9.  Honest (Heartbreak Hotel) [Whitney Houston & Lucky Daye]
10.  Okay (Whitney Houston, Oxlade, Pheelz)
11.  You'll Never Stand Alone (Moto Blanco Remix) 
12.  Love Will Save The Day (MATVEI Remix)
13.  Tomorrow (Whitney Houston & Samaria)
14.  Home (Live from The Merv Griffin Show)
15.  You Give Good Love
16.  Saving All My Love for You
17.  If You Say My Eyes Are Beautiful (Whitney Houston & Jermaine Jackson)
18.  Far Enough
19.  I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)
20.  So Emotional
21.  Where Do Broken Hearts Go 
22.  Moment Of Truth 
23.  I’m Your Baby Tonight
24.  The Star-Spangled Banner (Live from Super Bowl XXV)
25.  One Moment In Time
26.  I Will Always Love You (Live from The Concert for a New South Africa)
27.  Medley: I Loves You, Porgy / And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going / I Have Nothing (Live from The 21st Annual American Music Awards)
28.  Run To You
29.  Impossible Things (Whitney Houston & Leikeli47)
30.  Why Does It Hurt So Bad (from the "Waiting to Exhale" – Original Soundtrack)
31.  It's Not Right, But It's Okay 
32.  My Love Is Your Love 
33.  I Didn't Know My Own Strength (Live from The Oprah Winfrey Show)
34.  Clive's Message
35.  Don't Cry For Me (A Cappella)

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The Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via RCA Records and Sony Music Entertainment. You can also listen to Whitney Houston greatest hits on this playlist: https://iwdwssoundtrack.lnk.to/Soundtrack

A Fresh and Ultra Clear Start to 2023 with the New OPPO Reno8 5G 12GB+256GB in Sunkissed Beige

1/21/2023 07:19:00 AM

 

New year and refreshed! We all want a new start as we move into the next coming days of 2023. As the new year brings in refreshed goals and new adventures, OPPO helps you start anew with its latest addition to the OPPO Reno8 5G series, the OPPO Reno8 5G 12+256GB in a dazzling new color–Sunkissed Beige. The latest Portrait Expert comes in a stylish, premium colorway, with upgraded storage, and smoother performance. The latest OPPO Reno8 5G variant can be yours for Php 29,999, allowing you to bring ultra clear portraits to life this 2023.


 

The new OPPO Reno8 5G 12+256GB comes in a fresh coat of color in Sunkissed Beige with a beautiful glossy finish that remains resistant to fingerprints and dust. With an updated look, the ultra slim smartphone now also comes with an upgraded 12GB RAM and 256GB ROM - a significant increase from the OPPO Reno8 5G Series’ first release in September 2022, which offers 8GB RAM and 256GB ROM. Now, you can also enjoy capturing ultra clear portraits and keeping more memories throughout the year without having to worry about a “full storage” notification popping up. This larger RAM and ROM enhances and smoothens the overall performance of the new smartphone, lessening lags and increasing its fluency to boost productivity and entertainment.

 

Rounding up the new features that make the new OPPO Reno8 5G 12+256GB a worthy investment, is the ColorOS13 based on Android 13. This updated operating system provides a more seamless smartphone experience, with improved multi-device connectivity features like Multi-Screen Connect and Nearby Share, as well as heightened data privacy and protection features like Auto Pixelate and Private Safe. 

Living up to its name as The Portrait Expert, the OPPO Reno8 5G 12+256GB still carries the same powerful Dual Sony Flagship Sensors that made the OPPO Reno8 5G series a reliable partner in capturing ultra clear portraits in any light. This latest model delivers a 50MP main camera and 32MP front camera that level up your visuals with more color, contrast, and details captured in every shot from Ultra Night Video, Ultra HDR Video, Hyperlapse, and even AI Slow Motion.


 
Apart from its high-powered camera, the new OPPO Reno8 5G 12+256GB still packs 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging capabilities, similar to the rest of the OPPO Reno8 5G Series, which allows you to get 50% battery with just 11 minutes of charging. The new variant is also powered by the same Mediatek Dimensity 1300 chip that enables all games, apps, and streaming services to run smoothly all day long boosted with 5G speed.

For Php 29,999, you can start your year right with the new OPPO Reno8 5G 12+256GB in a new stunning Sunkissed Beige color and now with larger storage. Grab yours now via all OPPO Brand Stores, partner dealers, and OPPO Official Stores on Shopee and Lazada.

For more information on the new OPPO Reno8 5G 12+256GB, visit https://www.oppo.com/ph/ or check out OPPO Philippines’ official social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok. To get the best care for your OPPO devices, visit your nearest OPPO Care Center or contact us on our website, via Facebook.

2023/01/19

HONOR raises the bar for exceptional display experiences affordable at Php 16,990!

1/19/2023 10:58:00 PM

 

The HONOR X9a 5G is the first-ever premium budget phone to be officially released, according to HONOR, the top producer of smart gadgets worldwide.

With a 120Hz all-around Premium OLED Curved Display, a large, robust battery, and the Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 695 5G Mobile Platform, the newest member of the HONOR X Series offers best-in-class visuals and performance. All of these features were developed to fit into a small, pocket-sized body.

Available at an affordable price, the HONOR X9a 5G is set to make technology more accessible with reliable manufacturing to users around the world. The HONOR X9a 5G finally arrives in the Philippines at Php 16,990.

According to Stephen Cheng, Vice President for Marketing, "We are committed to offering a best-in-class experience for our international consumers through constant technical innovation." "Packed with significant advancements, the HONOR X9a 5G offers our latest smartphone solutions, including an amazing display and engaging design elements without the premium price tag, setting a new bar for the industry's inexpensive segment," the company said.

An All-round Display for a Remarkable Viewing Experience

The HONOR X9a 5G’s 6.67-inch OLED Curved Display supports a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels and displays up to 1.07 billion colors to reproduce images with incredible levels of detail and vibrancy. Coupled with ultra-slim bezels which lead to a remarkable 93% screen-to-body ratio and the durable Curved Tempered Glass, the class-leading display on the HONOR X9a 5G offers an immersive viewing experience, whether in entertainment, work or study scenarios.

In games where quick reflexes are required, users will appreciate the responsiveness of the HONOR X9a 5G’s display, which supports up to a 120Hz refresh rate and a 300Hz touch sampling rate, allowing the device to almost instantly register and react to user inputs. Holding the device with one hand, the HONOR X9a 5G offers an innovative mistouch prevention enabled by AI technology to prevent unnecessary hassle caused by accidental inputs.

Certified by TÜV Rheinland for low blue light emissions, the HONOR X9a 5G is easy on the eyes, and features industry-leading 1920Hz PWM Dimming technology to reduce screen flickering, further alleviating eye fatigue stemming from prolonged use.

Exceptionally Slim Design and a Long-lasting Battery in One Device

In line with the X Series’ mission to improve accessibility of HONOR’s technology, the HONOR X9a 5G also inherits the design as the iconic flagship Magic Series camera lock-up, featuring a circular Matrix Star Ring at the back which captivates the viewers as it captures them. Arranged along the Matrix Star Ring, the powerful Triple Camera system – comprising a 64MP Ultra-clear Main Camera, a 5MP Wide Angle Camera and a 2MP Macro Camera – allows users to capture their daily lives in photos and videos that can be shared with friends and family at the touch of a button.

Despite being just 7.9mm thin and 175gin weight, the HONOR X9a 5G features an ultra-large 5100mAh battery to support up to 29 hours of YouTube Music listening, 24 hours of YouTube streaming, 19 hours of TikTok browsing, up to 21 hours of social media exploring or 11 hours of gaming on a single charge, perfect for users who prefer to remain active throughout the day without having to worry about running out of power. With just 30 minutes of charging, the HONOR X9a 5G delivers 12.5 hours of video streaming, sparing users the worry over low battery.

Smooth Mobile Experience with HONOR RAM Turbo

Featuring the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 695 5G Mobile Platform, the HONOR X9a 5G delivers robust performance across productivity and entertainment apps. The user experience is further enhanced by HONOR RAM Turbo, which enables the smartphone to use a section of the storage as RAM to keep more apps active for more efficient multitasking.

Running the Android 12-based Magic UI 6.1 operating system, the HONOR X9a 5G comes with an Anti-aging Engine that minimizes performance degradation over time to ensure a consistent, smart user experience. Featuring HONOR Share and Multi-screen Collaboration, the HONOR X9a 5G enables speedy file transfers and efficient multi-tasking across HONOR devices including smartphones, laptops and tablets, bringing users unparalleled productivity.

Pricing and Availability

Designed for a style conscious audience, the HONOR X9a 5G is available in two stunning colors: Titanium Silver and Emerald Green. Starting from January 20 to February 3, the HONOR X9a 5G will be available to purchase via all HONOR kiosks and partner online stores – Lazada (http://bit.ly/3XHFPIC), Shopee (http://bit.ly/3XzEfrS), Tiktok Shop (http://bit.ly/3kfHhTS), and Home Credit.

Get FREE HONOR Earbuds X3 Lite

HONOR fans can finally avail the HONOR X9a 5G via Home Credit, for as low as Php 661 per month with insurance, Php 765 without insurance, and on a 0% interest installment payment.

HONOR X9a 5G is priced at Php 16,990 with FREE HONOR Earbuds X3 Lite worth Php 3,999.

2023/01/17

VHONG IS NOW BACK ON “IT’S SHOWTIME”!!!!

1/17/2023 05:28:00 AM



It's the return of the comeback!!!!

“It’s Showtime” family and the madlang people gave host Vhong Navarro a rousing welcome upon his return to the popular noontime variety show on Monday. The actor-host was moved to tears as his fellow hosts performed Moffats' "I'll Be There For You."

“Ang sarap ng pagtanggap niyo sa akin. Hindi ko alam paano kayo pasasalamatan sa mga taong nagdasal, nagtiwala, at hindi ako iniwan,” said Vhong. “Pagpasok ko dito sa ABS, sinabi ko ayaw ko umiyak. Ayoko ko umiyak kasi ito yung pangalawang bahay ko. Dito kung ano man ang pinagdaanan ko sa buhay ko, tanggap ka rito. Nandito ung mga kapatid at kapamilya ko pati na ang madlang pipol, extension kayo ng pamilya ko.”

Vhong revealed that it took him some time to return to the show as he had to attend to important matters.


 

“Paglabas ko hindi ko pala kaya magbalik agad kasi may mga proseso pang kailangan gawin. Pero mabait yung Panginoon hindi niya ako pinabayaan kaya andito na ako. Maraming salamat sa ABS-CBN kasi may trabaho ako ulit. Nandito rin yung pamilya ko," he added.

Meanwhile, Vice Ganda shared that Vhong was unsure as to whether he would receive the same enthusiastic reception from the madlang people.

“Paulit-ulit ko na lang na pinaalala sa kanya na kung makakagaan sa dibdib niya na mas nararamdaman namin kung gaano ka nila kamahal. I don't usually read comments pero kung tungkol sa iyo binabasa ko. More than 95% ng comments tungkol sa pagmamahal at suporta sa iyo. Kaya hindi magiging mahirap ang pagbabalik mo kasi inaantay lang nila ang pagbabalik mo para mayakap, mahalin, at suportahan ka," the Unkabogable star said.



 

Their fellow hosts Anne Curtis, Ogie Alcasid, Kim Chiu, Karylle, Amy Perez, Ryan Bang, Teddy Corpuz, Jugs Jugueta, Ion Perez, Cianne Dominguez, and MC Muah also expressed their happiness at Vhong’s comeback.

"Alam mo palaging sinasabi ko sa chatroom na I know you need the time as well to be with the people who really missed you. But I just wanted to see that we are really happy to have you back and welcome home,”said Anne.

"Alam mo noong wala ka, nagdadasal kami na may milagro na bumalik ka. Ikaw pala yung milagro, "said Ogie.

 

Karylle emotionally shared, "Hindi ko alam ang sasabihin ko kasi nawalan talaga ako ng pag-asa. Sorry na naubos ung pag-asa ko pero minsan may darating na madlang people na sasabihin na 'one day mangyayari ito' and ito nga nandito ka na. I'm just so grateful."

Teddy, Ryan, and Ion stated how they prayed to be with their brother Vhong again.

Don't miss the excitement and fun on "It's Showtime," 12:45PM on A2Z, Kapamilya Channel, TV5, Kapamilya Online Live, ABS-CBN Entertainment's YouTube channel, and Facebook page, iWantTFC, and TFC IPTV.



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2023/01/15

New Year for a new 'Ipon' or Money Saving Challenge

1/15/2023 02:16:00 PM

 

New year, new beginning! Every year, people write down their new year's resolutions. One of these resolutions is learning how to save or practicing to save. We all know that saving money is not easy but entails dedication and commitment to do the deed. Thus, the birth of 'ipon' or the money-saving challenge.

The majority of Filipinos, like me, love to save. Remember, when we were kids, we used to have that small or big tin canister with a slot for inserting coins? We would keep a portion of our 'baon' or allowance and put it into that improvised coin bank. Our reason for that is because we wanted to buy something. We have a goal! And that goal varies for each person. That's where it starts, our fondness for saving. 

At that time, we don't have any savings calculator to help us compute, like how much we need to save per day. Now, kids don't have to guess how much they need to save per day. All they need to do is work their fingers at the computer and viola, they can already know much it will be. 

As we grow old and responsibilities build up, our process of saving money evolves. Some of us keep our money in the bank, and others invest in business or stocks. No matter what, there's always that thing, the goal.

Most of us who participated succeeded in doing the 'ipon challenge' (money saving challenge) and are definitely in for another round of the challenge. This time, more challenging and a larger prize.

It's not the amount that drives us clearly to save, but the activity and the thrill of the deed of saving money.

There are many different types of savings goals that we can consider. Of course, we always regard the variables in our life to save money, like our financial situation and priorities.

Here are some examples of savings goals. As I mentioned, it varies depending on the variables.
  • Down payment for a house.
  • Saving for a child's education.
  • Saving for a vacation or major purchase.
  • Having an emergency fund.
With our goal listed, here are some steps we can take to help us achieve our saving goals: Determine our goals: The first step is to understand what we want to save for and how much money we will need. It can help us determine how much we need to save each month for our goal.
  • Make a budget: Look at the income and expenses and attempt to reduce the spending in areas where we can then use the money to contribute to our savings goal.
  • Set up automatic savings: Let us consider setting up automatic transfers from our checking account to our savings account to help us save consistently. It makes it easier to save without having to remember to do it manually.
  • Track our progress: Keep track of how much we have saved and how close we are to achieving our goal. It can help us stay motivated and adjust and make adjustments to our saving plan if needed.
  • Find ways to increase our income: Look for opportunities to earn extra money, such as taking on a side job or selling items we no longer need. We can use the extra income to boost our savings.
  • Stay motivated: It can be easy to get discouraged when trying to save, especially if we have a large goal. Find ways to stay motivated, such as setting small goals along the way or rewarding ourselves when we reach certain milestones.
Always remember it's important to be patient and consistent when saving. It may take time to reach our goals, but with discipline and determination, we can achieve them.

2023/01/12

KPop Moment, BTS: Yet To Come at Ortigas Cinemas Estancia Mall

1/12/2023 11:37:00 PM

 

Are you of the fans longing to see your favorite KPop idol. Well, here one way to see them, on the big screen. See your favorite K-Pop superstars RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook on the big screen at Ortigas Cinemas, Estancia Mall on February 1 – 4, 2023 only!

Tickets for The Most Beautiful Moment in K-Pop movie, BTS: Yet To Come is available now! Purchase your tickets at Ortigas Cinemas located at the 4/F East Wing, Estancia Mall or at https://ortigascinemas.com/Browsing.

#StaySafeAndEnjoyAtOrtigasCinemas #EnjoyEveryday #OrtigasMalls

2023/01/09

GPTChat AI Craze, Good or Bad?

1/09/2023 11:45:00 PM

 

Have you heard of this chat AI that responds to whatever you ask them as long as it is text-based?

Well, just a few days ago, I was able to find videos on TikTok talking about this chat AI. It is being reviewed and talked about in the world wide web. Not just because it is an AI but because of its responsiveness.

Actually I was amazed when I tried it. There's one comment of a reviewer that said "I wish this was created when I was still studying. I can sure make my life easier."

So, what was this AI all about. It is called the GPT Chat AI, released in 2021.

Using the Chat AI itself I was able to get information from it.

Explain more about GPT Chat AI.

GPT-Chat is a chatbot AI that uses OpenAI's GPT-3 language model to generate responses to users' messages. It is trained on a large dataset of human conversation, allowing it to understand and respond to a wide range of input in a natural and engaging way. It is designed to be able to hold intelligent conversations with users on a variety of topics, from general knowledge to current events to specific interests. GPT-Chat can be used as a standalone chatbot or as a component of a larger application or system.

Who created GPT Chat AI?

GPT-Chat is based on OpenAI's GPT-3 language model, which was developed by a team of researchers at OpenAI. GPT-3 is a state-of-the-art language processing system that uses deep learning techniques to generate human-like text. It was designed to be able to perform a wide range of language tasks, including translation, summarization, question answering, and conversation. It has been widely used in a variety of applications, including chatbots, language translation systems, and content generation systems.

Are there any pros and cons about GPT Chat AI?

As with any technology, there are both pros and cons to using GPT-3. Some of the potential benefits of using GPT-3 include:
  • High performance: GPT-3 is a state-of-the-art language model that is able to generate human-like text and perform a wide range of language tasks with high accuracy.
  • Flexibility: GPT-3 is a general-purpose model that can be used for many different tasks and applications.
  • Ease of use: GPT-3 can be accessed via a simple API, making it easy for developers to use in their projects.
However, there are also some potential drawbacks to consider when using GPT-3:
  • Cost: GPT-3 is a paid service, and the cost of using it can be significant for some applications.
  • Bias: Like any machine learning model, GPT-3 has been trained on a dataset that may contain biases. This can result in biased output if the model is not used carefully.
  • Lack of common sense: GPT-3 is very good at generating human-like text, but it does not have a deep understanding of the world or common sense knowledge that humans have. This can limit its ability to handle certain types of tasks or respond appropriately to certain types of input.
  • Overall, GPT-3 is a powerful and useful tool that can be applied to many different tasks, but it is important to carefully consider the pros and cons and how it will be used in your specific application.

Where can we use GPT Chat AI?

GPT-3 is a general-purpose language processing system that can be used in a wide variety of applications. Some examples of how GPT-3 can be used include:
  • Chatbots: GPT-3 can be used to build chatbots that can engage in intelligent conversations with humans.
  • Language translation: GPT-3 can be used to translate text from one language to another.
  • Content generation: GPT-3 can be used to generate human-like text, which can be used for tasks such as summarization, content creation, and article generation.
  • Question answering: GPT-3 can be used to answer questions posed by users, using the information it has been trained on to provide accurate and relevant responses.
  • Text classification: GPT-3 can be used to classify text into different categories based on its content.
  • Sentiment analysis: GPT-3 can be used to analyze the sentiment of text and determine whether it is positive, negative, or neutral.
These are just a few examples of how GPT-3 can be used. The model is highly flexible and can be applied to many other tasks that involve processing and generating natural language text.

By simply using the GPT Chat AI, it can actually provide me an adequate information as long as it is within its parameters.

This might be interesting but of course, there's always the good side and the bad side of this technology.

2023/01/08

71ST MISS UNIVERSE TO AIR, STREAM LIVE ON MULTIPLE ABS-CBN PLATFORMS

1/08/2023 11:56:00 PM

 

More Filipinos can watch and express their support for Celeste Cortesi, the country’s bet to bag the Miss Universe 2022 title, as ABS-CBN will air and stream the awaited pageant live on A2Z Channel 11, Kapamilya Channel, Metro Channel, and iWantTFC on January 15 (Sunday) at 9 AM (Philippine time).

Celeste, who represented Pasay in the Miss Universe Philippines 2022 last April, steadily gained the top spot in the nationwide pageant after winning several other awards including Miss Photogenic and Best in Swimsuit.

Now, she is eyeing for the crown currently held by Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu of India in order to bring a fifth Miss Universe win home to the Philippines.

Can Celeste beat the 85 queens from other countries competing for the Miss Universe 2022 title? Catch the 71st Miss Universe competition live from the USA on January 15, 9 AM on A2Z, Kapamilya Channel, Metro Channel, and iWantTFC.

Same-day replays will be available at 10:30 PM on A2Z, Kapamilya Channel, Metro Channel, TV5, and iWantTFC. Metro Channel will air more replays later in the week.

For more details, follow @ABSCBNPR on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram, or visit abs-cbn.com/newsroom.



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