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  • Xiaomi 12S Ultra Unveiled: A Flagship Phone with a Leica Camera Setup

    Xiaomi has officially launched their latest flagship phone, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra. The new smartphone is designed to showcase the smartphone company’s latest partnership with global camera manufacturer Leica.

    Launched with the 12S and 12S Pro, the 12S Ultra is equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor with a new 3D cooling system and Xiaomi’s Surge P1 fast-charging for its 4,860mAh battery. But its main feature that Xiaomi fans would surely be excited about is its triple camera setup.

    Xiaomi 12S Ultra
    Photo: Xiaomi website

    The 12S Ultra is sure to gather attention with its large, round lens sporting a 50-megapixel main camera with Sony’s 1-inch IMX989 sensor, a 48-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 48-megapixel telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom and a maximum 120x magnification. It is also equipped with Leica’s Authentic Look and Vibrant Look. Xiaomi also takes pride in 12S Ultra’s Dolby Vision HDR video.

    Xiaomi 12S Ultra 3
    Photo: Xiaomi website

    Meanwhile, the phone’s display is a 6.73-inch with 120Hz adaptive refresh rate with a punch-hole 32MP front camera and its sound is produced through dual Harman Kardon speakers.

    Available in Classic Black or Verdant Green, the S12 Ultra’s price starts at CNY 5,999 (around P49,300) for the 8GB+256GB variant, CNY 6,499 (around P53,420) for the 12GB+256GB variant, and CNY 6,999 (around P57,530) for the 12GB+512GB variant. Currently available in China, details on its international release have yet to be announced.

    For more updates and information, follow Xiaomi Philippines on Facebook.

  • ‘Stranger Things 4’ Writers Reveal Some Unscripted Moments from the Season

    After releasing the explosive and emotional last two episodes of Stranger Things 4 last Friday, the writers of the hit Netflix series have revealed to fans some of the unscripted moments from this season.

    Through their Twitter account, the writers shared three scenes where the cast members improvised. Check them out below (Spoilers Alert!):

    Viewers were quick to get attached to the new character, Eddie Munson, the misunderstood leader of the Hellfire Club. This made his demise even more painful to watch, with Dustin listening to his last words about finally getting that diploma. According to the Stranger Things writers, that last phrase “I love you, man” was actually improvised by actor Joseph Quinn.

    Another emotional scene from the finale was Lucas holding Max’s dying body after suffering from Vecna’s curse. The writers revealed that the elder Sinclair’s desperate plea “Erica, help” was actually improvised by actor Caleb McLaughlin.

    Finally, the writers also shared that the kiss between Joyce and Hopper was not part of the script, and was only added in by stars David Harbour and Winona Ryder during filming.

    Created by the Duffer Brothers, Stranger Things 4 follows Eleven and the gang as they battle another threat from the Upside Down– Vecna. This monster uses its victims’ dark past to kill them for a sinister purpose that could endanger everyone in Hawkins.

    Stream Stranger Things exclusively on Netflix.

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  • TV Guide: Movies Showing From July 4 to 10, 2022

    Isn’t it a bummer when you see your favorite movie already playing halfway through when you turn on the TV? Fret not! From rom-com and action to horror and thriller, we’re giving you a heads up on all the must-watch movies on TV from July 4 to 10, 2022.

    July 4, Monday

    Wonder Woman 1984
    (2:15pm, HBO)
    Diana Prince lives quietly among mortals in the vibrant, sleek 1980s — an era of excess driven by the pursuit of having it all. Though she’s come into her full powers, she maintains a low profile by curating ancient artifacts and only performing heroic acts incognito. But soon, Diana will have to muster all of her strength, wisdom, and courage as she finds herself squaring off against Maxwell Lord and the Cheetah, a villainess who possesses superhuman strength and agility.

    Lara Croft: Tomb Raider – The Cradle of Life
    (6:20pm, Cinemax)
    Fearless explorer Lara Croft tries to locate Pandora’s box before criminals Jonathan Reiss and Chen Lo use it for evil. According to myth, the box holds deadly organisms that could kill millions of people. With her old partner, Terry, Croft goes on a hunt that takes her from Europe to Asia to Africa, where pal Kosa helps her. Along the way, Croft rappels down cliffs, scuba dives, and decimates many male opponents.

    July 5, Tuesday

    Space Jam: A New Legacy
    (6:15pm, HBO)
    Superstar LeBron James and his young son, Dom, get trapped in digital space by a rogue AI. To get home safely, LeBron teams up with Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and the rest of the Looney Tunes gang for a high-stakes basketball game against the AI’s digitized champions of the court — a powered-up roster called the Goon Squad.

    OTJ
    (11pm, Cinema One)
    Politicians secretly hire convicts to conduct hits, then quickly return them to prison.

    13 Hours
    (11:55pm, Cinemax)
    On Sept. 11, 2012, Islamic militants attack the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya, killing Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens and Sean Smith, an officer for the Foreign Service. Stationed less than one mile away are members of the Annex Security Team, former soldiers assigned to protect operatives and diplomats in the city. As the assault rages on, the six men engage the combatants in a fierce firefight to save the lives of the remaining Americans.

    July 6, Wednesday

    Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi
    (7pm, Cinema One)
    A woman wants to end her marriage, while her cousin struggles to make her wedding a reality.

    Till Death
    (9pm, HBO)
    Emma is stuck in a stale marriage to Mark and is surprised when he whisks her away to their secluded lakehouse for a romantic evening on their 10th anniversary. But everything changes the next morning when she finds herself handcuffed to Mark’s dead body. Trapped and isolated in the dead of winter, Emma learns this is only the beginning of Mark’s twisted plan, and to survive, she must fight the hired killers coming to finish her off.

    Para Sa Broken Hearted
    (9:30pm, PBO)
    Three interwoven stories of broken hearts tackle the pain of heartbreak, acceptance, moving on, and the courage of loving again.

    July 7, Thursday

    Love You To The Stars and Back
    (3pm, Cinema One)
    Feeling out place in her own home, an eccentric and socially awkward girl, Mika, decides to go on a road trip with a very strange goal, to look for aliens. On her trip, Mika accidentally bumps into a simple and good-humored boy, Caloy, to whom she chooses to give him a free ride until he reaches his destination.

    The Bodyguard
    (7:50pm, Cinemax)
    Best-selling pop diva Rachel Marron has a stalker whose obsession has risen to the level of disturbing threats. At the urging of her manager, Rachel hires former secret service agent Frank Farmer as her bodyguard. Initially resented and treated with disdain for his hard-nosed security procedures, Farmer soon becomes an integral part of Rachel’s inner circle. As they spend more time together, the client and protector become closer still.

    Camp Sawi
    (9:30pm, PBO)
    A group of brokenhearted women goes to a resort that specializes in helping people ease their pain.

    Dunkirk
    (11:10pm, HBO)
    In May 1940, Germany advanced into France, trapping Allied troops on the beaches of Dunkirk. Under air and ground cover from British and French forces, troops were slowly and methodically evacuated from the beach using every serviceable naval and civilian vessel that could be found. At the end of this heroic mission, 330,000 French, British, Belgian, and Dutch soldiers were safely evacuated.

    July 8, Friday

    Jack Reacher
    (6:50pm, HBO)
    One morning in an ordinary town, five people are shot dead in a seemingly random attack. All evidence points to a single suspect: an ex-military sniper who is quickly brought into custody. The man’s interrogation yields one statement: Get Jack Reacher. Reacher, an enigmatic ex-Army investigator, believes the authorities have the right man but agrees to help the sniper’s defense attorney. However, the more Reacher delves into the case, the less clear-cut it appears.

    To Love Some Buddy
    (7pm, Cinema One)
    Two friends slowly come to realize that their feelings for each other have turned romantic.

    The Breakup Playlist
    (9:30pm, PBO)
    A story about an aspiring professional singer and a rock singer who collaborates on a song. As they work on their song, they start to develop feelings for each other.

    July 9, Saturday

    Alone/Together
    (7pm, Cinema One)
    College sweethearts Christine and Raf meet again for the first time eight years after their breakup. Once an overachieving art student, Christine has become a failure, whereas Raf, a guy nobody thought, would be great.

    Minions
    (7:30pm, HBO)
    Evolving from single-celled yellow organisms at the dawn of time, Minions live to serve, but find themselves working for a continual series of unsuccessful masters, from T. Rex to Napoleon. Without a master to grovel for, the Minions fall into a deep depression. But one minion, Kevin, has a plan; accompanied by his pals Stuart and Bob, Kevin sets forth to find a new evil boss for his brethren to follow. Their search leads them to Scarlet Overkill, the world’s first-ever super-villainess.

    Rumble
    (9pm, HBO)
    In a world where monsters are tame and monster wrestling is a popular sport, Winnie seeks to follow in her father’s footsteps as a manager by turning an inexperienced monster into a contender.

    Blade Runner 2049
    (10pm, Cinemax)
    Officer K, a new blade runner for the Los Angeles Police Department, unearths a long-buried secret that has the potential to plunge what’s left of society into chaos. His discovery leads him on a quest to find Rick Deckard, a former blade runner who’s been missing for 30 years.

    Suicide Squad
    (10:40pm, HBO)
    Figuring they’re all expendable, a U.S. intelligence officer decides to assemble a team of dangerous, incarcerated supervillains for a top-secret mission. Now armed with government weapons, Deadshot, Harley Quinn, Captain Boomerang, Killer Croc and other despicable inmates must learn to work together. Dubbed Task Force X, the criminals unite to battle a mysterious and powerful entity, while the diabolical Joker launches an evil agenda of his own.

    July 10, Sunday

    Top Gun
    (3:30pm, HBO)
    The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick is sent to the school, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman. But Maverick isn’t only competing to be the top fighter pilot, he’s also fighting for the attention of his beautiful flight instructor, Charlotte Blackwood.

    I Love You, Hater
    (5pm, Cinema One)
    A boy tries to help his family survive while a girl hopes to prove herself.

    Venom
    (10pm, Cinemax)
    Journalist Eddie Brock is trying to take down Carlton Drake, the notorious and brilliant founder of the Life Foundation. While investigating one of Drake’s experiments, Eddie’s body merges with the alien Venom — leaving him with superhuman strength and power. Twisted, dark, and fueled by rage, Venom tries to control the new and dangerous abilities that Eddie finds so intoxicating.

  • WATCH: Hit Webtoon ‘Solo Leveling’ Reveals Anime Adaptation Staff in First Trailer

    Solo Leveling is set to be the next webtoon to have an anime adaptation, following titles like Tower of God, Gods of High School, and Noblesse. Solo Leveling‘s first trailer has confirmed the studio and staff that will be working on its anime adaptation.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0G4fAvucIs

    A-1 Pictures, known for producing anime titles such as Sword Art: Online, 7 Deadly Sins, Fairy Tale, and more, will be the studio behind the upcoming series. Shunsuke Nakashige will serve as the director, Noboru Kimura is head writer, Hiroyuki Sawano will be providing the music, while Tomoko Sudo is on character design.

    Based on the webcomic series of the same name by DUBU (REDICE Studio), Chugong, and h-goon, Solo Leveling is set in a world similar to a fantasy RPG game, filled with monster-infested dungeons. It follows the E-Rank hunter Sung Jin-Woo who almost met his demise inside a D-rank dungeon. But for some mysterious reason, he was able to survive the battle that swept his stronger allies. Not only that, Sung Jin-Woo also receives a mysterious power– the ability to see a quest log that would help him rise to the top ranks of hunting.

    Solo Leveling is set for release sometime in 2023 via Crunchyroll and Aniplex.

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  • Film Facts: 5 Things to Know About ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’

    After the events of Avengers: Endgame, Thor is back for his fourth solo film but this time, another Thor wields Mjolnir!

    Chris Hemsworth and director Taika Waititi have teamed up yet again to bring us Thor: Love and Thunder, chronicling the God of Thunder’s latest space adventures with the Guardians of the Galaxy, as well as his new quest to put a stop to Gorr the God Butcher. Alongside him in his mission is Jane Foster as the new Thor, Valkyrie, and the lovable Korg.

    Watch the trailer for Thor: Love and Thunder below:

    Excited to see Thor: Love and Thunder on the big screen? On this list, we’ve rounded up some interesting facts that you might want to know about the new Marvel movie.

    1. Taika Waititi directs the fourth Thor film.

    Thor is now the superhero with the most number of solo films in the MCU with the release of this fourth installment. This is also the second film directed by Taika Waititi, following his successful direction of Thor: Ragnarok. In case you didn’t know, Waititi also gives life to Thor’s trusted ally, Korg.

    2. Jane Foster wields the Mjolnir.

    It has long been revealed that Natalie Portman’s Jane Foster will become the female Thor in the next film, but the story behind this turn of events has yet to be revealed. If you’re wondering how this happened in the comics, it was after Thor realized that gods were not worthy of humanity’s adoration– thanks to Gorr the God Butcher toying with his mind. This makes him incapable of lifting his mighty hammer. Jane Foster, who had cancer at the time, found that she was worthy and transforms into the goddess Thor, taking the place of the then powerless Odinson.

    Thor Love and Thunder Jane Foster
    Photo: Thor: Love and Thunder trailer

    3. Thor meets Zeus.

    Norse mythology has long been part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but shortly after Moon Knight featured Egyptian gods, the latest Thor film will also be bringing in the Greek gods into the MCU. Russell Crowe plays Zeus, who makes an appearance in the film’s trailer after Thor and the gang find themselves in Olympus.

    Thor Love and Thunder Zeus
    Photo: Thor: Love and Thunder trailer

    4. Gorr the God Butcher’s long nails almost incapacitated Christian Bale.

    Fans were awed by Christian Bale’s latest transformation as the film’s Gorr the God Butcher, a terrifying vilain who is hellbent on killing all of the gods. In an interview with Deadline, the actor shared how the character’s long nails became a problem for him.

    “It rendered me completely incapable of everything. I was pathetic,” said Bale. “I found myself thinking things like, ‘I don’t think I can walk because I’ve got long nails.’ It affected my brain. I was like, ‘I can’t eat, I’ve got long nails.’ I was trying to type. I couldn’t do anything.”

    Thor Love and Thunder Gorr the God Butcher
    Photo: Thor: Love and Thunder trailer

    5. Matt Damon will be back as actor Loki.

    In Thor: Ragnarok, fans were surprised to see Matt Damon make a cameo appearance in a play happening within the film. Damon played the actor starring as Loki, while Chris Hemsworth’s brother Luke played Thor in the play. In an interview with Jess Cagle on Sirius XM, Damon confirmed that he will also be returning as actor Loki in the upcoming film.

    Thor: Love and Thunder opens in cinemas nationwide this Wednesday, July 6, 2022. Book your seats in advance and buy your tickets here.

  • Sakuragi Returns in ‘The First Slam Dunk’ Movie Releasing this December

    Hanamichi Sakuragi and the gang are officially heading to the big screen this holiday season in the upcoming movie The First Slam Dunk. The much-anticipated anime film has revealed its title, as well as its December 3, 2022 release in Japan.

    Cinema complex Wald 9 also shared on Twitter a photo of the new posters for the upcoming film, featuring the iconic members of the Shohoku team– Hanamichi Sakuragi, Kaede Rukawa, Takenori Akagi, Ryota Miyagi, and Hisashi Mitsui.

    Created by Takehiko Inoue, Slam Dunk follows the high school delinquent Hanamichi Sakuragi who hates basketball but gives it a shot after seeing that the cute girl he has a crush on is really interested in the sport. After joining his school’s basketball team, Hanamichi quickly declares a rivalry between himself and his popular and talented teammate, Rukawa.

    More details about the new film are expected to be revealed in Toei Animation’s announcement video premiering this July 7, 6 PM, Philippine time.

    Slam Dunk was first released as a manga in 1990, and was adapted into an anime series that ran from 1993 to 1996. Four films have also been released during the series’ run, with the last film released back in 1995. For the 2022 film, Takehiko Inoue will serve as director and writer.

    It has yet to be revealed if the film will also be available in Philippine cinemas. Check out the film’s official website for more details.

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    Homestream image from WALD 9 on Twitter.

  • ‘Stranger Things’ Director Shawn Levy is Working on a Time Travel Series on Netflix

    From the Stranger Things producer 21 Laps and episode director Shawn Levy comes a new time travel series The Moon Represents My Heart, The Hollywood Reporter reveals.

    The Netflix miniseries starring Eternals actress Gemma Chan will be based on Pim Wangtechawat’s upcoming debut novel of the same name. It will tell the story of a British-Chinese family that has the power to time travel. After the parents vanish, the daughter and son set off on a journey across time to look for them. More details about the project are yet to be revealed.

    Under his production company, 21 Laps Entertainment, Shawn Levy has produced a myriad of films including Free Guy, The Adam Project, Real Steel, and the Night at The Museum franchise. One of 21 Laps’ most popular titles today is the hit Netflix series Stranger Things, which has just released the final two episodes of its fourth season.

    For more updates, follow Netflix  on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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    Homestream images from Gemma Chan and Shawn Levy‘s Instagram accounts.

  • Jollibee’s Ube Cheese Pie is Back!

    Jolibee is spreading joy once more by bringing back its hit dessert from last year– the Ube Cheese Pie!

    When Jollibee first introduced the delicious treat, the Ube Cheese Pie was an instant hit thanks to the sweet and savory flavor of its ube-cheese filling and the crispy goodness of its golden pie crust. Now, Jollibee has announced that they are bringing back the beloved pie flavor starting today.

    “When we saw just how much of a hit the Ube Cheese Pie was among our customers, we knew we had to bring it back. We’re looking forward to seeing people enjoy one of their favorite Jollibee items, and having even more fans discover the goodness of this sweet and cheesy pie,” Bea Bediones, Brand Manager for Pies, said in a statement.

    The Jollibee Ube Cheese Pie is now available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for only P35 for Solo; P100 for 3 Pies To-Go; and P199 for 6 Pies To-Go. You can also order it via delivery through the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, and #87000. You may also order via Drive-Thru and Take Out.

    For more info and updates on the Ube Cheese Pie, as well as other Jollibee products and offers, follow Jollibee on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

  • WATCH: Netflix Drops ‘Stranger Things 4’ Recap Before Volume 2 Release

    Are you ready for the finale of Stranger Things 4? The second volume of season 4 of the hit series is set for release later today, and if you need some refresher on the events of Volume 1, Netflix has you covered!

    Hours before the release of Stranger Things 4, Volume 2, Netflix has dropped a recap video explaining the events so far from the show’s different settings– California, Russia, Dr. Brenner’s underground bunker, Hawkins, and of course, the Upside Down.

    Watch the recap video below:

    At the end of Volume 1, it was revealed that the season’s big villain Vecna is actually 001 from Eleven’s past. Just as Eleven recovers her memories of that first fight with him at Hawkins Lab, her friends’ escape from the Upside Down is also halted with Nancy being caught under Vecna’s curse.

    Stranger Things is created by the Duffer Brothers. Its lineup of stars includes Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp, Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Sadie Sink, Caleb McLaughlin, Gaten Matarazzo, Joe Keery, Natalie Dyer, Maya Hawke, and Charles Heaton. Also added to the cast this season were Jamie Campbell Bower, Joseph Quinn, and Eduardo Franco.

    Stranger Things 4, Volume 2, comprised of two episodes, will be available for streaming on  Netflix today, July 1, at 3 PM Philippine time.

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  • Now Streaming: K-Drama ‘Dear. M’ Starring NCT’s Jaehyun & Park Hye-soo

    If you’re looking for a new drama to binge on this weekend, here’s something you might want to check out!

    The first six episodes of the new K-drama Dear. M is now available for streaming! Based on the web series Love Playlist, this mystery romance drama stars NCT’s Jaehyun and Park Hye-soo of Saimdang, Memoir of Colors and My Shy Boss.

    The series begins with a school mystery that surfaced at Seoyeon University. The peace within the campus is turned upside down when a mysterious “M” makes an anonymous post on the school’s online community. A post that drew the attention of every student, prompting them to set out to uncover the truth.

    Ma Joo-a, a second-year student in the Business Administration Department is one of the people interested into finding out M’s identity. Having no interest in pursuing her own dreams nor having any romantic relationship, she decides to take on the challenge. Joining alongside her is her old friend Cha Min-ho from the Computer Science Department, Economics major Seo Ji-min, and Business Administration major Park Ha-neul.

    As they go on a journey of solving this mystery, the four friends would also find themselves navigating their young-adult lives filled with morphing relationships and budding romances.

    Park Hye-soo stars as Ma Joo-a while Jeahyun plays Cha Min-ho. Noh Jung-ui and Bae Hyeon-seong also star as Seo Ji-min and Park Ha-neul respectively. Dear.M is directed by Park Jin-woo and Seo Joo-wan.

    Where to watch ‘Dear. M’?

    The first six episodes of Dear. M is now available for streaming for free on Rakuten Viki. The remaining six episodes of the drama will be available a week later on July 6.