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2023/08/01

Peddlr is PH Rep to KPMG Global Tech Innovator Competition in Portugal

Toto 8/01/2023 01:24:00 PM

Peddlr’s remarkable innovation of providing digital, financial, and product supply chain for 20M Philippine micro and small businesses impressed the esteemed panel of judges to unanimously bestow the tech startup with the KPMG in the Philippines’ Global Tech Innovator title at the recently concluded KPMG Innovation Summit 2023.

Peddlr will represent the Philippines at the KPMG Global Tech Innovator competition to be held in Lisbon, Portugal in November. Going head-to-head with tech startups from 26 countries around the globe, Peddlr will bask in varied opportunities -- from brand recognition to funding prospects, elevating their tech goals to new international heights.

The KPMG Global Tech Innova1on’s PH panel of judges included KPMG in the Philippines Chairman and CEO Ms. Sharon Dayoan, Digital Pilipinas Convenor and GeiserMaclang Co-founder Ms. Amor Maclang, PIEERO Chief Technology Transfer Officer and DOST Patent Agent, Ms. Russell Pili, Opal Portfoolio Investments SPV-AMC Inc. President, Ms. Ida Tiongzon, and Alliance of Tech Innovators for the Nation Lead Convenor and DICT Former Undersecretary, Mr. Mon Ibrahim.

During the summit, three finalists vied for the winning title according to the following criteria: innovation and disruption, market potential, customer adoption, marketing/ buzz, quality of pitch and long-term potential.

Peddlr ultimately aced on all points and was lauded for its disruptive innovation led by CEO Nel Laygo and COO/CXO Aiko Reyes, both entrepreneurs and repeat startup founders with proven track record in finance and operations.

The founding team pride themselves of being close to the problem space and Peddlr’s target market comprising the Micro-Small-Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) who they believe are the backbone of the economy accounting for 36% of the Philippine’s GOP yet they are broadly fragmented, inefficient and rudimentary.

(left to right) Noel Bonoan, Ida Tiongson, Sharon Dayoan, Nel Laygo (CEO Peddlr), Russell Pili, Amor Maclang, Mon Ibrahim

Peddlr aims to address this problem via a free OS Lite Point-of-Purchase inventory management app made and designed to manage simple inventory tracking for MSMEs. It has a simplified user interface making it easy for the vendor to upload products. The POS records sales, serves a calculator and generates easy-to-read financial reports. It comes with micro-accounting modules to manage cash, accounts receivables and accounts payables seamlessly.

Peddlr’s merchants are peppered across the Philippines in 1,400 cities and municipalities. What sets it apart is the way its innovation helps their merchants on both top-line and bottom-line operations. Peddlr’s merchants find the startup’s services efficient in increasing sales and revenue through e-commerce and digital products including features such as store links, e-loads, bills payment, Kanto Ads, and product sourcing. Likewise, it enhances operational efficiency through stock insight and movements, margin monitoring, P&L Accounting reports, automated bookkeeping, and receive and send payments.

2023/07/31

SM Supermalls

SM Prime taps Citicore Renewables for the supply of Clean Energy

Toto 7/31/2023 03:23:00 PM

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) and Citicore Renewable Energy Company (CREC) signed a Memorandum of Agreement on 11 July 2023 as a joint commitment to champion renewable energy.

Through this partnership, SM Prime will source its energy requirements of up to 90-Megawatts (MWac) from CREC’s upcoming Lumbangan Solar Power Plant in Tuy, Batangas. The long-term agreement will commence in the first half of 2024. This is in line with the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) policies of the Department of Energy.

This development further strengthens both CREC and SM Prime's commitment to the Department of Energy's program of moving up the renewable energy supply component of the Philippines to 35% by the year 2030.

“This partnership marks our strong commitment to providing sustainable operations in our developments nationwide. It is aligned with SM Prime's target of achieving net zero by the year 2040. SM Prime ensures that its risk-informed investments catalyze sustainable development and positive change in the communities where it operates,” said Mr. John Ong, SM Prime Chief Finance Officer.

The agreement with SM Prime adds to CREC’s long list of blue-chip company partners, attesting to the company’s solid performance and service excellence.

“We are happy to partner with SM Prime in providing clean and safe renewable energy for their power requirements,” said Mr. Oliver Tan, CREC President. “We believe that their support and trust in us through this partnership reflects our commitment as a renewable energy provider, and we are glad that SM Prime shares in our vision of a sustainable future,” Mr. Tan added.

Urban Farming

A Founder’s Dream: Urban Farming and the SM Foundation

Toto 7/31/2023 11:58:00 AM

Based on a vision put forward by founder Henry Sy, Sr., and a program that began in earnest in 2007; SM Foundation mounted simultaneous Urban Farming initiatives last July 7, at the SM City North Edsa Annex and 16 other SM malls. It was a wonderful way to highlight its progress over the years and to celebrate the vision with the strategic government agencies and LGUs that have been such valuable partners over the 16 years.

SM City North Edsa

This Urban Farming initiative is led by the SM Foundation through its Kabalikat Sa Kabuhayan on Sustainable Agriculture Program (KSK-SAP). It’s about uplifting the farmer community, fostering environmental consciousness, food security, and creating livelihood and income opportunities for marginalized urban communities. Through the KSK-SAP, a comprehensive program of urban farming techniques, product development, marketing, and basic accounting are offered in strategically-located field schools.

SM City Roxas

The KSK program has successfully conducted over 260 sustainable agricultural trainings, benefiting a total of 28,550 farmers. These trainings have taken place in both rural and urban settings, where participants have been exposed to sustainable farming modules that promote the cultivation of nutritious, high-quality vegetables and fruits.

SM City Clark

Partnering with the SM Foundation, SM Supermalls, and SM Markets are the following government agencies; the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Social Welfare and Development, the Department of Trade and Industry, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, the Department of Science and Technology, the Department of Tourism, and the Quezon City Government. Each government organization and LGU plays a vital role in maintaining the viability of the program, and so that no stone is left unturned in ensuring its success.

As an example, the SM Foundation has brought SM Supermalls and SM Markets into the picture so that as these urban farmers successfully harvest, they’re given an opportunity to market and sell their produce at the Sunday Markets that are now being held in several malls across the nation. When the produce reaches a volume that goes beyond this Sunday marketing mechanism, the SM Markets offer other alternatives.

SM City Naga

It’s about creating integration and circularity so that a mini-economic ecosystem is realized. After all, it can’t be about teaching them what and how to farm and then leaving them with no outlet with which to monetize this harvest. The SM Foundation creates these strategic partnerships so that true income opportunities become part of the overall scenario.

SM City Cabanatuan

Who would have thought that this vision of Henry Sy, Sr., back in 2007, would have been so uncanny in predicting the mounting problems and issues we face today in agriculture, sustainable food production, food security, and urban development? It’s a vision and dream that those in the SM Foundation are very proud to carry on, and deliver.

SM is in the business of creating a sustainable environment. From being the first to consider renewable energy in mall buildings, to implementing energy-saving devices, we continue to meet significant sustainability milestones.

Join us as we commit to a more sustainable lifestyle at smgreenmovement.com and #SMGreenMovement.

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2023/07/30

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Love Above All : Dear Self Aesthetic & Wellness Center Marks 3rd Year Milestone

Toto 7/30/2023 10:41:00 PM

A successful celebration!

After a triumphant three-year journey of running the business, Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Center can proudly scream the continuous success of the brand. Despite the challenges brought by the pandemic, Dear Self was able to run the company through their relentless willpower and unceasing trust in the process and to our Lord Almighty.

To celebrate this and to give thanks to everyone who has been part of the sweet success, a mini thanksgiving concert was mounted titled Love Above All: Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Clinic Anniversary Concert at the Elements, Centris, Quezon City, July 24.

“This event is not just to celebrate Dear Self’s success, but more of, us, giving thanks to everyone who has been an instrument to this success- our employees, our investors, our partners, family, and closed friends,” Madam Krystal Tecson- Garalde, CEO of Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Clinic said in an after event interview.

Moreover, the event also celebrated the International Self- Care Day. An annual opportunity to put a spotlight on self-care and the benefits that effective self-care can bring to both individuals and healthcare systems as a vital foundation of health which has been Dear Self’s advocacy since day 1.

“Self, you must remember the importance of loving yourself, embracing your imperfections, accepting your flaws, and turning them into opportunities to be a better version of yourself are the greatest gift you can give not only to yourself but to a hundred more people around you,” Madam Tecson-Garalde stated in her heart-warming opening message.

“Dear Self Family with you I am truly LOVED,” she ended.

The Concert Event

Showtime’s Boom Boom Neri, Gace Abina, and Amina Magat brought the house down with their sizzling hot opening number. This was followed by Tawag ng Tanghalan Season 1’s grand finalist and Star Music Artist, Lucky Robles, who serenaded the crowd while having their sumptuous dinner.

Brand Ambassador Ric Abasola and Theatre Actor and Director Allan Dale Alojipan, event hosts, introduced power women of the music industry: Ms. Pinky Marquez, TV and movie actress, singer, and theatre Idol, amazed the crowd with her rendition of Broadway favorites while Ms. Bituin Escalante, left the audience in awe with her interpretation of Aretha Franklin’s classic, Respect, and Natural Woman.

The audience went wild when Ebe Dancel went up to the stage to perform his band’s classic, Hari ng Sablay, Prom and Wag Ka Nang Umiyak and his very own single Bawat Daan, which lasted for an hour.

“All these songs are meant to promote self-importance and self-love, kaya mas meaningful sa buong team namin. And our guest artists are all the best, we would to thank them from the bottom of our hearts, for responding to our invite, kahit hindi kami one of the top companies,” Mr. Christian Tecson, Dear Self’s Chief Financial Officer said.

Other Event Highlights

The company also awarded loyal employees for Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Center.

“Thank you to our very loving EMPLOYEES, such as staff, branch managers, customer service team, hr team, OM team & marketing team. They are too many to mention, but I swear they are the best,” Ms. Vivien Tecson- Cadivida mentioned in her parting speech.

Moreover, Manufast CEO Clarence Cadivida introduces a new product line that will surely contribute to Dear Self’s business landscape in the next coming years.

On the other hand, the all-pink-themed concert event, aside from it as the brand’s official color, was derived from Japan’s Hanami Festival where people enjoy flower viewing. An event that denotes renewal and new beginnings.

“We chose to have this theme because just like the meaning of Japan’s Hanami Festival, Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Center is now on another milestone where it can already stand on its own, operate well with all the trainings and the constant education, unti-unti rin nakikilala na sa aesthetic and wellness industry, so indeed a new beginning for the brand” Mr. Ric Abasola, Dear Self’s Brand Ambassador, Marketing Consultant and one of the event’s hosts, mentioned.

Lastly, madam Tecson-Garalde sent her message of thanks to everyone who supported the company in many different ways, “Mama, papa Dennis, mga anak, Christian, Kenneth, Clarice, Michelle, Clarence, Mhean. Tecson and Garalde family, sir Ric, ma’am Amy, ma’am Jhezel, sir Wayne, our influencers at sa lahat ng kasama namin sa buhay at hanapbuhay Salamat.”

Visit their social media pages to know more!
https://www.tiktok.com/@dearselfaesthetic.center
https://www.instagram.com/dearselfaesthetic/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_PjtJko9-eXk1stBnEpX7g
https://www.facebook.com/dearselfaestheticandwellness

Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Center 9 Branches:

CAINTA
Junction, 3/F Jose Margarita Building Ortigas Ave Ext, Cor A Bonifacio Ave, Santo Domingo, Cainta, 1900 Rizal
09665348694

CONGRESSIONAL
12 Congressional Ave, Project 8, Quezon City, Metro Manila
09175580930

LAS PIÑAS
362 Alabang–Zapote Rd, Las Piñas, 1747 Metro Manila
09232349681 / 0270052072

MAKATI
St corner, 614 J.P Rizal, J.B. Roxas, St, Makati, 1207 Metro Manila
09772919164 / 0270920384

MANILA
1928, 1004 Leon Guinto St, Malate, Manila, 1004 Metro Manila
09057943990

MONUMENTO
284 Samson Rd One Kalayaan Place Bldg Unit 7, 2nd Floor, Caloocan, 1400 Metro Manila
09279711584

NORTH CALOOCAN
Lot 8 Blk 4 La Forteza Subd., Camarin, Zabarte Rd, Barangay 175, Caloocan, 1422 Metro Manila
09668895181

NOVALICHES
789 Quirino Hwy, Novaliches, Quezon City, 1117 Metro Manila
09662481897

TAGUIG
3/F Andoks Waterfun, Cuasay, Taguig, 1630 Metro Manila
09163727504

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SM Supermalls, Mesa ni Misis team up for the healthiest SuperMoms Meetup

Toto 7/30/2023 05:02:00 PM

Interesting news again from SM Supermalls.

Just in time for Nutrition Month, SM Supermalls partnered with Mesa ni Misis to celebrate the healthiest SuperMoms Meetup at the SM Megamall Event Atrium on July 22, Saturday.

SuperMoms gathered once again for the biggest and grandest super momma convention, which also marked the launch of Juana’s Table, the newest recipe book by Mesa ni Misis’ Juana Manahan Yupangco.

“We SuperMoms hold the power to shape the future of our children's health. By embracing a plant-based diet and introducing it to our families, we can ensure that our little ones grow up strong, vibrant, and armed with the necessary tools to lead a healthy and fulfilled life.” said Grace Magno, SM Supermalls Vice President for Corporate Marketing.

SM Supermalls and Mesa ni Misis, through the recipe book, aimed to educate moms on the importance of healthy and sustainable eating. Written by Yupangco herself, who is a food security champion and advocate for local produce and farmers, the book is filled with healthy and affordable meal options that moms can easily create in their kitchen using the freshest produce found at the SM Sunday Market.

During the event, participants were treated to a cooking demo by Yupangco, who was then joined by celebrities and certified SuperMoms, Dimples Romana and Patti Grandidge Herrera who whipped up a veggie gimbap using fresh, local ingredients. They showcased how easily one can create a delicious and healthy meal for the whole family using one of the many recipes found in the book. Also, moms got the chance to discover how to practice sustainability in the household through cooking.

The meetup featured on-ground activities for moms such as the SuperMoms Club Photo wall where SuperMoms got to take photos with their goodie bags and a raffle draw where lucky SuperMoms won special prizes and other awesome surprises from partners and sponsors.

Started in 2018, SM Supermalls’ SuperMoms Club is the Philippines’ largest mommy community on Facebook. Its on-ground event, the SuperMoms Meetup, has become an avenue to further build a stronger community of inspiring women and super mommas who uplift, support, and encourage each other.

“This meetup was designed with your well-being in mind. We want to make you feel valued and cared for, and at the same time, we want to give you a voice to be heard at home, in the workplace, and in your community. Your SM Supermalls family will always be here for you, listening to you and understanding your needs and helping you throughout your motherhood journey,” said Juana Manahan Yupangco.

The healthiest SuperMoms Club meetup in the metro was supported by SM Markets, SM Store, Fully Booked,Viu, NutriAsia, UnMeat, Téviant, Skin Poem, Designer Blooms and Blims Furniture.

Never miss out on the latest SuperMoms gatherings at SM Supermalls! To know more about the SuperMoms Club, join the Facebook community for moms, by moms via www.facebook.com/groups/SMSuperMomsClub.

2023/07/28

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HONOR to release a Camera Beast on August 15?

Toto 7/28/2023 06:21:00 AM

After releasing back to back powerful products, it’s not over yet for HONOR Philippines. The leading smart devices provider in the country is set to release its newest iteration to its impressive line of HONOR devices on August 15, 2023!

“We are excited to launch what we believe is the next big thing in the Philippine tech market. Packed with an array of specs at par with flagship products, this phone is a testament to our promise to GO BEYOND this 2023,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President.

HONOR integrates top-of-the-line hardware and cutting-edge technology into smartphones, ensuring a seamless and powerful experience.

Following the teaser on its official Facebook page, this new HONOR smartphone will feature a high-resolution display, a powerful processor, and a state-of-the-art camera system – not compromising its premium and elegant overall design.

Stay tuned as HONOR Philippines unveils this on August 15, 2023. You may catch the Live Facebook Event via https://bit.ly/200MPFlagshipCamera. For more announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.

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SG Hassan Pasco receives a Plaque of Recognition from CDRRMO

Toto 7/28/2023 12:34:00 AM

Here's an interesting news from one of the SM Supermalls!

City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office awards SM City San Pablo guard SG Hassan Pasco a plaque of recognition for his selflessness and courageous efforts in saving a life during a critical and life-threatening situation on June 25, 2023.

While conducting his regular rounds, SG Pasco noticed a 74-year-old customer experiencing difficulty breathing due to something stuck in his throat. Fortunately, as a trained guard in first aid rescue techniques, he performed the Heimlich maneuver (Abdominal Thrusts) right away, and that saved the customer.

SG Pasco is trained in first aid rescue techniques and regularly undergoes refresher courses with the assistance of a Certified First Aid Trainer from the Philippine Red Cross. These training sessions are conducted every morning before the mall opens.

CDRRMO Management Council in San Pablo, Laguna said that his quick thinking, decisive action, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the preservation of human life have made a remarkable impact on the community. SG Pasco also received P10,000 from the city Administration Office.

Click to watch TV Patrol coverage:
https://www.facebook.com/abscbnNEWS/videos/978308843490631/

2023/07/26

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5: Delivering Flexibility and Versatility Without Compromise

Toto 7/26/2023 11:48:00 PM

If you have been waiting for the announcement, well the news is out already!

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced its fifth generation of Galaxy foldables: Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5. The industry-leading form factors offer unique experiences for every user with sleek and compact designs, countless customization options, and powerful performance. The new Flex Hinge makes the foldable experience possible, while offering an aesthetically balanced and solid design. These unrivalled foldable devices unlock extraordinary camera capabilities such as FlexCam to take photos from creative angles. With strong performance and an optimized battery powered by the latest processor, the Samsung Galaxy Z series transforms what is possible with a smartphone – open or closed.

v “Samsung is revolutionizing the mobile industry with foldables by setting the standard and continually refining the experience,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “Every day, more people choose our foldables because they offer an experience people want that they can’t get on any other device. Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are the latest devices that prove our commitment to meeting the needs of our customers through innovative technology.”

Samsung’s heritage of innovation and dedication to the foldables category has created incredibly versatile devices available. With a strong belief in the potential of the foldable format, paired with world-class R&D and manufacturing capabilities, Samsung has consistently refined and optimized the Galaxy Z series lineup. From content creation on Galaxy Z Flip5’s new Flex Window to seamless multitasking on Galaxy Z Fold5, this series of Galaxy foldables meets and exceeds the distinctive needs of today’s users.

Furthermore, both Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are carefully designed to meet durability expectations. The main screen is equipped with a shock dispersion layer and a redesigned back for a more solid display. Along with IPX8 support, Armor Aluminum frames, and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®2 applied to both the Flex Window and back cover, Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 provide the protection consumers expect, enhanced further by Flex Hinge. This new integrated hinge module features a dual rail structure, diffusing external impacts.

Galaxy Z Flip5: The ultimate pocketable self-expression tool without compromise
The Galaxy Z Flip5 delivers a stylish, unique foldable experience from a pocket-sized device built for self-expression.

The new Flex Window, now 3.78 times larger than the previous generation, offers a wide range of existing and new capabilities. It provides more customization options, including informative and graphical clocks that can match the face design of a user’s Galaxy Watch6 series, as well as stylish frames. In addition, Galaxy Z Flip5’s new Flipsuit Case provides device protection with a changeable NFC card, so users can match their Flex Window design and case design for even more personalization options. Closed, the Galaxy Z Flip5 offers more usability than ever before. From the Flex Window, quickly and effortlessly access useful information. With Widgets, users can check the weather, control music playback and listen to their favorite music with Media Controller, or catch up on the latest global stock market updates with the Google Finance widget. Simply view all Widgets at a glance and switch between them instantly with a pinch of the screen to activate Multi Widget View. Plus, easily check notifications and access Quick Settings for Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Without ever opening the device, browse through call history to return missed calls, and reply to texts on-the-go using Quick Reply with a full QWERTY keyboard and visibility of chat history.

With its unparalleled design and form factor, Galaxy Z Flip5 also offers the most versatile camera experience on a Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Take high-quality selfies with the rear camera thanks to the larger Flex Window. Users can capture stunning hands-free photos from creative angles with FlexCam. It’s quick and simple to view and edit shots in Flex Mode too. Users can review, adjust the color tone, or delete images easily with the Quick View in the Flex Window. When taking a photo of a friend, Dual Preview lets them see themselves in the Flex Window so they can make adjustments in real time for the perfect shot. Users can get a smooth shot on the go with camera-stabilizing Super Steady, while Auto Framing ensures that no one is left out.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 adds AI solution improvements to the powerful camera experience, bringing every photo to life. Get creative, even in low light, with improved Nightography capabilities that optimize photos and videos in ambient lighting conditions. The AI-powered image signal processing (ISP) algorithm corrects any visual noise that typically spoils low-light images while enhancing details and color tone. Even from a distance, photos are clearer with the digital 10X zoom.

Galaxy Z Fold5: The ultimate productivity powerhouse with a large screen
Offering an immersive, large screen and a long-lasting battery in the thinnest, lightest Fold yet, Galaxy Z Fold5 is easy to take anywhere, while delivering the most powerful performance in the Galaxy Z series.

The Galaxy Z Fold has been a pioneer in transforming everyday productivity through a robust, big screen experience, evolving from Multi Window and App Continuity to a wide range of features including Taskbar, drag and drop, and optimization of third-party apps. S Pen Fold Edition introduced in the third generation Fold in 2021, has also been fine-tuned to deliver a superior writing experience on Galaxy Z Fold5. These features and tools come together to deliver powerful productivity on a large screen and enable users to complete important tasks from anywhere.

The improved Taskbar enables dynamic productivity by allowing users to quickly switch between frequently used apps. Now up to four recent apps are at the ready for more efficient working. Newly enhanced two-handed drag and drop can also ramp up productivity when moving content between apps and screens. Simply touch and hold an image in Samsung Gallery with one finger and use another finger to open the Samsung Notes app to drag-and-drop the image. With hidden pop-up, an app can continue running in the background, allowing users to watch video content in full screen and chat with friends in a floating pop-up on the side of the screen.

The new slimmer and more compact S Pen Fold Edition makes real-time annotating and ideation easy while being able to fit more comfortably in the pocket. The Slim S Pen Case is nearly the same thickness as a regular case for the Fold and available in a variety of styles and colors so users can carry their S Pens in style.

Helping users do more on the go, the 7.6-inch Main Screen provides expansive and uninterrupted viewing so users can enjoy their favorite movie in portrait or landscape. Plus, peak brightness has increased by more than 30%, up to 1750 nits, for an optimal viewing experience outdoors even under bright sunlight.

Providing users with an immersive gaming experience on the largest Galaxy smartphone screen, the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy enhances graphics and uses AI to enable dynamic gaming and multi-game functionality. The Galaxy Z Fold5 can comfortably handle marathon gaming sessions with its advanced cooling system that dissipates heat more intelligently for less lag and no drop in performance.

Delivering a positive impact for the planet
Samsung continue to demonstrate progress toward the company’s environmental vision and accelerate actions that help achieve its goals, including reaching net zero carbon emissions by the end of 2030 for the Device eXperience Division.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 and Fold5 feature a wider variety of recycled materials than their previous generations, including pre-consumer recycled glass and aluminum and post-consumer recycled plastics, sourced from discarded fishing nets, water barrels and PET bottles. Even the paper used for their packaging box is made using 100 percent recycled material.

These innovations have also been purposefully designed for optimized longevity. Each device comes with five years of security updates and four generations of OS upgrades, helping to extend the product lifecycle.

Pricing and Availability

The Galaxy Z Flip5 lets users express themselves with colors including Mint, Graphite, Cream, and Lavender, as well as a range of accessories including a Clear Gadget Case, Flap Eco-Leather Case, Flipsuit Case and easy-to-carry Silicone Case with Ring to create a more personalized look. The Galaxy Z Flip5 retails for PHP 64,990 for the 256GB variant, and PHP 71,990 for the 512GB variant.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold5 is available in Icy Blue, Phantom Black, and Cream, along with a variety of cases that offer practicality and style including a Slim S Pen Case, Clear Gadget Case, Eco-Leather Case, and a Standing Case with Strap.The Galaxy Z Fold5 is available at PHP 98,990 for the 256GB variant, PHP 105,990 for the 512GB variant, and PHP 119,990 for the 1TB variant.

From July 26 until August 17, 2023, customers who pre-order the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 will enjoy discounts through samsung.com will enjoy discounts of up to PHP 43,000, including a FREE double-up storage worth PHP 7,000. With this offer, customers will instantly get the higher storage variant for the price of the lower variant within the same model lineup. On top of this, they will also get a FREE Original Samsung case, 30% off on the new Galaxy Watch6, PHP 10,000 off on the new Galaxy Tab S9 Series, and 50% off on the Galaxy Buds2 Pro. In addition, Samsung is committed to giving customers peace of mind with Samsung Care+, a support service for accidental damage, repairs, and more. Customers can enjoy one year Samsung Care+ for free during pre-order period.

As a samsung.com exclusive offer, the Galaxy Z Flip5 is also available in Gray, Blue, Green, and Yellow colors. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold5 in Gray and Blue colors are also up for pre-order exclusively on the site.

The Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are also available for pre-order through Samsung Experience Stores, Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop, Abenson.com and MXMemoXpress.com. Customers who pre-order through these channels from July 26 to August 17, 2023 will enjoy as much as PHP 42,000 worth of discounts. This also includes the FREE double-up storage upgrade, up to 50% off on select Galaxy Wearables, along with additional savings for traded-in devices.

General availability for the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 starts August 18, 2023.

You can pre-order by visiting:
https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-z-flip5/buy/
https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-z-fold5/buy/