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Lenovo empowers consumers to imagine, create and do more their way with the latest premium Yoga devices

True to its commitment to providing smarter technology for all, Lenovo unveils the latest generation of premium, ultra-slim Windows 11 Yoga devices, bringing bold innovation and refined craftsmanship to consumers in a ‘work/learn/play-from-anywhere’ world.

The Lenovo Yoga 2022 lineup features the 14-inch flagship convertible laptop the Yoga 9i, Yoga Slim 7i Pro X that enables creation anywhere, anytime and Yoga Slim 7i Carbon that fuses powerful mobility with durable style. At the pinnacle of portable performance, the new seventh generation of the Yoga Slim premium laptop line offers unbelievable portability, versatility and power.

“Hybrid life is the new norm that’s inspired the development of this new generation of Lenovo Yoga devices. Our goal is to empower more people to ‘just be you’ – to consume, create, and collaborate on their own terms. We’ve designed and engineered the new Yoga PCs with smarter features and an even more premium user experience to help people pursue their ambitions, relax, and get things done in their own way,” said Michael Ngan, General Manager of Lenovo Philippines.

Apart from the Yoga brand’s standard of offering power and flexibility, the lineup also includes collaborative features as well as the smart adaptive performance of Lenovo’s X Power paired with the brilliant visuals of Lenovo’s PureSight Display. In addition, users are also treated to smarter performance, sensing, security, and recognition capabilities – all made possible by the Lenovo A.I. Engine+. This A.I. engine can anticipate the user’s power or battery needs based on what they’re doing, while Lenovo Intelligent Sense and Integrated Security – also part of Lenovo A.I. Engine+ – help keep work and play on the Yoga device seamless and safer.

Yoga 9i

As the pioneer of the 2-in-1 convertible laptops that opened possibilities for users to flip and fold from work to play at any time, the Lenovo Yoga brand has been refining the formula to provide top-notch convertibles for its consumers.

The brand offers mobile luxury, premium entertainment features, A.I. powered performance found across the entire product portfolio and has brought forth an eclectic array of unique benefits that makes the Yoga 9i laptop, the unparalleled entertainment experience users have been waiting for.

Featuring four modes, the Yoga 9i is crafted to merge comfort and aesthetics. Designed with a comfort-edge design of the thin and light 15.25mm thin chassis, and rounded, smooth contours for a more comfortable hand-held experience, users can easily grip and carry their devices anywhere.

The Yoga 9i also delivers superior performance. Powered with up to the 12th Generation Intel Core i7-1260P processor, up to 16GB LPDDR5 of memory and 1TB SSD PCIE Gen 4 for storage, it is ideal for running intensive programs, attaining improved multitasking and producing high-quality outputs.

With Yoga 9i, relaxing and treating yourself has never been better. Featuring a 14-inch display, 16:10 aspect ratio, 2.8K OLED PureSight touchscreen and a VESA Certified Display HDR True Black 500, the device is great for portable entertainment and content creation. The device has the ability to display vibrant colors and has a full color gamut of 100% DCI-P3. Complemented with the Bowers & Wilkins rotating soundbar system that enhances audio providing a truly immersive immersive entertainment experience.

Available in a sleek, minimalist Oatmeal color, The Yoga 9i embodies Lenovo’s vision to cater to both professional and personal needs. Prices start at PHP 109,995.00

Yoga Slim 7i Carbon

Lenovo acknowledges that with the new hybrid work environment, ease of mobility without sacrificing power has become a key consideration for users. The Yoga Slim 7i Carbon offers the perfect balance of design and function with mobile performance and comfort-edge design.

This 13-inch laptop offers peak potential with Intel Evo and up to the 12th Gen Intel Core i7 1260P Processor that guarantees users the power to get things done from home or remotely. The Yoga Slim 7i Carbon weighs at an extraordinary lightness of just 960g (0.44lbs) and has a chassis as thin as 14.8mm (0.58 in) complemented by the rugged resilience of aerospace-grade magnesium alloy reinforced with multi-layer carbon fiber to ensure ease of portability.

Equipped with the Intel Iris Xe, the Yoga Slim 7i Carbon is perfect for content creation and productivity. Paired with the 13.3-inch 2.5k PureSight Display featuring ultra-smooth 90Hz refresh rate and a 16:10 aspect ratio, the device provides spectacular picture quality and brings creations and favorite entertainment to life.

Lastly, with Lenovo’s mission to help people thrive wherever they go, the laptop is equipped with up to 16GB of Memory and 1TB PCIE SSD, providing users with the assurance of having enough storage to house all necessary programs for professional and personal use. The Yoga Slim 7i Carbon also provides users with the necessary tools to do more, featuring the Electronic Camera Shutter, Dual Microphones, Dolby Atmos Audio, Harman speakers and an edge-to-edge keyboard with a larger trackpad.

Available in a contemporary two-tone color of Moon White and Cloud Grey, users can get the Yoga Slim 7i Carbon and carry it as a personalized accessory that can be taken anywhere, starting at PHP 77,995

Yoga Slim 7i Pro X

Now that the world allows creators to wander in search for inspiration, Lenovo has crafted devices that will equip them with the essential power needed to create fresh and exciting content from anywhere in the world.

The Yoga Slim 7i Pro X is the ultimate content creating companion. The laptop is powered by the latest Intel Core i7-12700H processors to ensure creators are able to run apps they need to make their ideas come to life.

Even the smallest of details matter to creators. To ensure that all pixels are well taken care of, this 14.5-inch laptop is equipped with the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 with 4G GDDR5 VRAM for greater levels of creativity, allowing users to create smaller or bigger pictures as fast as their imagination runs.

Not having enough memory or storage won’t be an issue as the device boasts of up to 32GB of LPDDR5 Ram and 1TB PCIE SDD – offering users enough storage to house all the installed tools and saved files without ever needing to think about deleting programs.

The Yoga Slim 7i Pro X also has several innovative functions to help ensure a high quality performance especially the addition of Lenovo’s X Power. This offers specific tuning for different usage scenarios, pushing the laptop beyond the benchmarks of maximum CPU and GPU performance. Other special features include the Harman Speakers, Dolby Atmos Audio, 1080p FHD Webcam, Dual Microphones and a full suite of ports.

The Yoga Slim 7i Pro X is not just for professional use. The device also provides users with an improved entertainment experience. Sporting a 14.5-inch 3K (3072 x 1920) Lenovo PureSight display with 120Hz refresh rate, and accurate color palette, the device produces richer hues for true-to-life visuals. It also includes hardware calibrated 100% sRGB gamut coverage and volume, as well as TUV Hardware Blue Light certification.

At less than 1.6kg (3.5 lbs), this thin and light machine is built to go practically anywhere, while packing the pure performance needed for digital content creation. The Yoga Slim 7i Pro X is available in Dark Teal, starting at PHP 91,995.00

Lenovo’s innovation does not stop with smart features that put user experience at the forefront but also extends to the services included to provide users with peace of mind for their device. Upon purchase of any of the Lenovo Yoga 2022 devices, consumers are gifted with 3 Years of Lenovo Premium Care that includes front-of-the-queue and straight-to-the-experts customer support service for any issues encountered as well as on-site support for the ultimate premium experience.

With today’s highly mobile workforce, accidents can happen. The Lenovo Yoga 2022 lineup also comes with Lenovo’s 3-Year Accidental Damage Protection that covers accidents beyond the system warranty and protects devices from accidental drops, spills, bumps, structural failures, and electrical surges.

The latest generation of Lenovo Yoga devices will be available in all Lenovo Exclusive Stores, Yoga Stores, and authorized resellers For more information, follow Lenovo Philippines’ official Facebook page or visit https://www.lenovo.com/ph/en/yoga

September 19, 2022
WATCH: Netflix’s ‘Oddballs’ Trailer Turns YouTube Hit Into an Animated Series

Netflix has revealed the trailer for Oddballs, an animated comedy series based on the popular videos of YouTuber James Rallison, also knowns as TheOdd1sOut.

The upcoming show will follow the story of a boy, his best friend crocodile, and a girl from the future as they learn different life lessons during their odd-ventures! Watch the trailer for Oddballs below:

Set in the little town of Dirt, Oddballs follows the bubble-shaped boy James who gets into all sorts of adventures involving mayhem, murder, and hugging contests. Alongside him are his best friends, the talking crocodile Max and Echo, the girl who claims to be from the future.

The series is co-written by James Rallison with Ethan Banville. Rallison also voices the show’s main protagonist, alongside voice actors Julian Grant, Kimberly Brooks, Gary Anthony Williams, and Carl Faruolo. Oddballs is coming to Netflix on October 7.

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September 19, 2022
Travel to Bicol Comfortably in Buses With Sleeper Beds and Recliner Seats
Megaworld’s 12.3 hectare integrated township development in Pasig City, recently opened a new Transport Hub, which will serve passengers bound for Bicol. With partnership from Bicol Isarog Transport System, Inc., customers can ride in comfort in buses with sleeper beds and reclining seats.

Bicol Isarog offers Sleeper Buses, complete with a comfort room and a bed spacious enough for dozing off during the 10 to 12-hour ride. The other option is the Elite bus, which is equipped with Lazyboy seats big enough so travelers can push back without worrying about passengers next to them. It also has an in-bus comfort room.

With the launch of new routes, Pasigueños and people from nearby communities in Metro Manila who are traveling to the Bicol Region can have a first-class and convenient option.

See the following options and rates below.

Arcovia City to Naga City

6:30pm – P1,350 (Elite A)

8pm – P1,850 (Sleeper Bed A)

Naga City to Arcovia City

8:30pm – P1,350 (Elite A)

8:30pm – P1,850 (Sleeper Bed A)

Arcovia City to Nabua, Camarines Sur

6:30pm – P1,350 (Elite A)

8pm – P1,850 (Sleeper Bed A)

Nabua, Camarines Sur to Arcovia City

7:15pm – P1,850 (Sleeper Bed A)

7:30pm – P1,350 (Elite A)

Arcovia City to Albay

8pm – P1,850 (Sleeper Bed A)

Albay to Arcovia City

5:30pm – P1,850 (Sleeper Bed A)

The Arcovia City Transport Hub currently offers the following routes:
1. Metrolink Bus, McKinley Hill to North EDSA via Arcovia City
Daily from 6 AM – 6 PM
1. Philippine Island Bus Transport Coop., Arcovia City to Pasig Palengke, Rosario, Rotunda Pasig, and Bagong Ilog
Daily from 4AM – 11AM and from 3PM – 8PM.

This September, Arcovia City is also opening additional routes to Maasin and Ormoc, Leyte.

For updates on the latest happenings, visit megaworld-lifestylemalls.com or call our hotline at 8-462-8888.
September 19, 2022
The Rockwellist mobile app does more with its newest features

There are countless Rockwell loyalists amongst us who have enjoyed an enhanced shopping experience through The Rockwellist mobile app. The Rockwellist app was first introduced in 2020 and brought the Power Plant Mall experience online. To make mall visits more rewarding, the app soon welcomed The Rockwellist Rewards, which allowed customers to earn points and redeem prizes through shopping and dining.

Rockwell ups its game with daily rewards

            Special surprises await Rockwellists daily with games you can play on the app. Exciting shopping missions and tasks will give you a chance to win exclusive prizes. Shake your way to win compelling rewards such as free cinema tickets, Rockwell merchandise, parking passes, and even Rockwellist Rewards points, which you can win every day.

            Gifts and discounts will also be available for Rockwell Elite VIPs, from participating brands such as Diptyque, L’Occitane, Nine West, and Nikkei, — to name a few. Customers will get the chance to unlock Elite VIP status during the Christmas season, which comes with a great deal of perks from Rockwell establishments.

Easier parking payment methods

            Easier parking makes for easier shopping! The Rockwellist mobile app allows you to skip the queues and pay for parking conveniently on your app soon. With contactless parking payment options such as QR Ph, maya, and GCash, your Rockwell journey will be fuss-free. Aside from online payment options, you can also pay for parking with your Rockwellist Rewards points soon.

Earn points with your movie ticket purchases

            Power Plant Cinema enthusiasts, you’re in for a treat. By October 2022, you will be able to earn Rockwellist Rewards points with your movie ticket purchases. Moviegoers will be eligible to redeem rewards such as cinema tickets, free parking passes, and Rockwellist merchandise.

Online and in-app shopping made more convenient

            Shopping for Rockwell favorites online is made simpler with shop.TheRockwellist.com on the mobile app. Through this new feature launching next week, you can find your favorite Rockwellist brands on the app and easily browse through it to shop. Power Plant Mall’s e-commerce counterpart was launched during the pandemic to cater to patrons shopping from home. Brands such as Orias, Anessa, Makina Watches, Katre & Co., and more, will be at your fingertips.

            In addition to local fashion brands and beauty finds, restaurant favorites via Rockwell on Demand, in partnership with Pickup, will be accessible for foodies by October 2022. This merchant-first solution, built by retailers from Australia, promises efficient food deliveries on The Rockwellist mobile app.

            Trips to Power Plant Mall have never been more convenient. Don’t miss out on these features and download The Rockwellist app today. The Rockwellist will also be having a physical pop-up very soon, featuring all the latest enhancements. Stay tuned to Power Plant Mall’s Facebook and Instagram pages.

September 19, 2022
Achieve Your #BestHairBestYou With Watsons Hair Care Products

Leading health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons offers their shoppers best range of hair care products, most trusted hair care brands, and styling tools for our everyday needs, adventurous moments, and moments that need solutions.

You can find everything you need to achieve your #BestHairBestYou through the Watsons mobile app or in any 900+ Watsons stores nationwide!

Building The Best Hair Care For Your Everyday Routine

How do you bring out the best version of yourself? It all starts with a powerful way of starting your day.

So, start your day by bringing out the best cleanse for your hair with Hana Shampoo and Conditioners. This gently cleans your hair, sustaining soft, smooth, and fragrant hair.

Get ready to conquer your studies and work and bring out the best kind of smoothness, beauty, and shine for your hair with the Herbal Essences Argan Oil.

Condition your mind and hair to their best with Dove 1-Minute Serum Conditioners and the Vitakeratin masks.

Being strong is also one of the most important things you must note to be the best version of yourself. The same thing also applies to our hair. Thankfully, there’s Gugo Strengthening shampoo and conditioner that makes your hair strong and enables you to have lovely hair growth.

You don’t need to spend lots of time on salon trips because with Tresemme conditioner, you can now have gorgeous hair every day, just like you came from a salon treatment!

You can also be your own hair spa, and your hair rescuer! Are you bothered by dandruff? How about thinning hair? Watsons also offers the best solutions and products for treatments for these problems.

Treat dandruff with the Selsun Blue, Seborin hair tonics, and Dove dandruff treatment shampoos. Are you worried about thinning hair? Seborin also offers Hair Tonic that enables hair growth.

Does your hair need rescuing? Bring the best rescue and treatment for your hair with Cream Silk Triple Keratin Rescue Conditioners.

Love your curls more Curls by Zenutrients Protein-Free Shampoo and Conditioners if you’re also looking for sulfate-free hair care products.

In need of extra care for your hair? Schwarzkopf conditioners can give ten times extra care for your hair with its Hydra10 technology that locks in moisture on every usage.

With so many ways and products to choose from, the journey to achieving your best self and best hair is now easy! So, whatever your hair goals and needs are, let your hair down. With Watsons, you can now shine with your best hair, best you!

Being The Best Also Means Sustainability

Being the best also means achieving sustainability. Watsons does not only help you to create sustainable choices for yourself but also helps you out in building a sustainable and nature-friendly hair care routine.

Achieve sustainable hair care with natural and plastic-free packaging from Ecobar’s shampoo and conditioner bars range. These are made from organic and natural ingredients that is recommended for every hair concern.

Have damaged hair? Ecobar Repair and Nourish Conditioner can help you out. is recommended It also has coconut, sunflower and almond oil.

Itchy scalp? Worry no more because Ecobar Hydrate Shampoo is a product that is ideal for itchy hair. It has seaweed extract, Aloe Vera, and Avocado Oil.

Achieve the best straight kind of hair with Ecobar Keratin Shampoo & Conditioner Bar, and lots of healthy hair benefits with Ecobar Jojoba & Shea Butter Conditioner Bar and Ecobar Aloe Vera & Coconut Shampoo Bar.

Feeling adventurous? Make Colors Your Best Friend Even Without Going To Salons!

In the mood for trying out adventures and changes? Watsons can help you spice up your hair without the need to spend lots of time in going to the salons. You can choose from a wide range of DIY hair coloring products – choose from a wide range of colors, and hair coloring products, such as creams, bubbles, sprays, and puddings!

Make wonders and colors for your hair with the Revlon Colorsilk products, and Kolours.

Make your hair color pop with EZN Pudding hair coloring products. Choose from the range of Stopover Ash Beige, Milano Espresso, Serengeti Dark Ash, Mute Skin Brown, Ontario Maple Brown, and Warm Mocha Brown.

Are you looking for an alternative to achieve the best color for your hair? Explore a vibrant range of colors and have a healthier option with the Fresh Hairlab products.

What if you’re having a bad hair day and are already outside? Worry no more because Watsons can help your hair go from bad to best!

In a rush but also in need of touching your hair up? You also don’t need to worry about going to the salons to achieve your best hair because Tresemme also offers quick, smudge-less sprays so your hair can still pop its color and still look at its best, even when you’re on the go!

Of course, Watsons also offers a range of best post-color care products.

Take care of your colored hair with Vitakeratin Salon Daily Treatment and Cream Silk Salon Expert Daily Treatment with Keratin and Collagen Treatment. You would enjoy flaunting your colored hair more as these products repair hair damages and maintain the straightness, smoothness, and shine with its range of vitamins and oils.

Style It All Up With Best Hair Styling Tools And Products

They say that you have to play around with lots of styles before you reach the best version of yourself, and Watsons offers the best styling tools and products to help you pick your best type for your best self!

Transform yourself and your hair into its best with the Vitress Cuticle Coat. Say goodbye to dull, challenging, and dry hair, and say hello to silky, smooth, and shiny hair anytime, anywhere.

You can now enjoy and give your hair a crazy boost and volume in special events with Got2B Hair Sprays.

In the mood to try out different hairstyles? Achieve the style you want with Euro’s Portable Ionic Hair Dryer and Hair Styling Kit. Need a trimmer? Euro’s skin-friendly hair shavers can also help trim your hair and shape it the best way you want.

So, what are you waiting for? Achieve your best hair and the best version of yourself with Watsons!

Shop online with Watsons mobile app (http://bit.ly/WatsonsMobileApp). You may also visit any of Watsons 900+ stores nationwide (https://www.watsons.com.ph/store-finder), or via the “Click and Collect” express through the Watsons app (https://www.watsons.com.ph/how-to-use-click-and-collect-express).

For more information, follow @watsonsph on Instagram, like /WatsonsPH on Facebook and follow @watsonsphilippines on TikTok.

September 19, 2022
WATCH: ‘Dahmer-Monster’ Drops Disturbing Trailer Starring Evan Peters as the Notorious Killer

Netflix released the creepy and disturbing trailer for their upcoming series, Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story.

Instead of another true crime documentary, this dark crime drama from the Emmy Award-winning creator of American Crime Story, Ryan Murphy, will depict the gruesome killings of the notorious serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer and the systemic failures that enabled his killing spree that spanned over a decade.

Watch the trailer for Dahmer-Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVHHs-xllqo

A well-known name among true crime enthusiasts, Jeffrey Dahmer terrorized America from the late ’70s to the early ’90s with a series of murders, in which the victims’ bodies were dismembered and preserved. Also known as the Milwaukee Cannibal, Dahmer confessed to murdering a total of 17 teen boys and men.

Evan Peters of X-Men: Apocalypse will play the titular role. The series also stars Niecy Nash, Richard Jenkins, Molly Ringwald, and Michael Learned. It will premiere on Netflix this September 21.

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September 19, 2022
Director Calls ‘Smile’ a Horror Film That Feels Like a Panic Attack

Some horror movies aim to subtly spook audiences. Others try to make viewers squirm in their seats. But filmmaker Parker Finn had a far more ambitious goal in mind when he set out to write and direct his debut feature, Smile. “I wanted to make a movie that felt like a sustained panic attack from start to finish,” he says.

Trailer courtesy of Paramount Pictures International

The chilling story of a clinical psychiatrist who begins experiencing terrifying and inexplicable occurrences following a bizarre encounter with a patient, Smile was inspired by a short film Finn made in 2020. Titled Laura Hasn’t Slept, the short starred Caitlin Stasey — who also has a memorable role in Smile — and won a Special Jury Award in SXSW®’s Midnight Short category. The 11-minute film generated intense industry buzz around Finn, who successfully pitched a feature version to Paramount Pictures and producers Marty Bowen and Wyck Godfrey’s Temple Hill Entertainment.

Sosie Bacon stars in Paramount Pictures Presents in Association with Paramount Players A Temple Hill Production “SMILE.”

Although drawing thematic inspiration from Laura Hasn’t Slept, Smile takes the story in a frightening new direction. Finn says he wanted to explore what it would be like to experience your mind turning against you in horrifying ways. “You know that sense of dread you feel when you wake up from a bad dream? That feeling of panicky doom that lingers with you afterwards, even though you know it wasn’t real? I wanted Smile to capture that feeling on screen.”

Kyle Gallner stars in Paramount Pictures Presents in Association with Paramount Players A Temple Hill Production “SMILE.”

A lifelong fan of horror, Finn believes one of the prerequisites of the genre is characters worth caring about. “The scariest movies are the ones that work first as dramatic stories, so my goal was to create a great lead character — because if you’re invested in her, you’ll be invested in her plight,” he explains. “Then you can start layering in shocking moments that strike at the core of what the audience is afraid of, and find ways to pull the rug out from under them and subvert their expectations in terrifying ways.”

Smile centers on Dr. Rose Cotter, a dedicated psychiatrist at a public hospital whose mission is to ensure her troubled patients get the help they need. But when a malevolent evil enters Rose’s life, the tables turn and she finds herself struggling to convince her friends and family that the surreal nightmare she’s experiencing is real. As her fight for sanity and survival becomes increasingly desperate, she’s forced to investigate the bizarre mystery and piece together clues to figure out what’s happening to her.

Poster courtesy of Paramount Pictures International

Reflecting on his journey from short filmmaker to feature writer-director, Finn says he can’t wait to terrify legions of moviegoers around the world. “Nothing can prepare you for what happens in Smile,” he says with a mischievous grin. “It’s going to shock you, it’s going to scare you, and you’ll want to cover your eyes. It’s got big, frightening moments that will cause you to jump out of your seat, but it also leans in to this creeping sense of unease that slowly burrows its way beneath your skin. Basically, it’s a roller coaster that you’re going to want to talk about with your friends as soon as it’s over.”

In cinemas across the Philippines September 28, Smile is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/paramountpicsph/; Instagram at www.instagram.com/paramountpicsph/ and YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsZ7igjHZB-5k8DDM7ilVJw. Connect with #SmileMovie and tag @paramountpicsph

September 19, 2022
Looking for Juan Offers Artful Gifts that Give

Looking for Juan is the best go-to for socially relevant children’s books and art gifts. The online store sells beautifully illustrated children’s books which discuss critical social problems in simple terms. Written by Filipino authors, the story books and activity books tackle climate change, data privacy, fake news, and human rights, among other topics.

In addition to these, gift items such as tote bags, magnets, notebooks, and journals are also available. Every item on their virtual shelf celebrates Filipino creativity, each one features works of some of the best local visual artists. On their roster are Elmer Borlongan, Ben Cabrera, Beth Parrocha, Marcel Antonio, Jaime Pacena II, Kevin Roque, Mark Jeffrey Santos, Jomike Tejido and a lot more. Custom corporate giveaways can be especially designed to include the company’s brand message and logo.

Shopping from www.lookingforjuan.com enables individuals and companies to effortlessly contribute to the future of the next generation through its “Buy 1, Donate Books to Juan” program. Every purchase from the e-store is matched with book donations to children living in disadvantaged communities, those who do not have the resources and access to good quality books.

According to the National Statistics Authority, around 4 million Filipinos can’t read, and of those who can, 11 million do not understand what they are reading. This is one of the root causes of economic and societal problems in the country.

“Readers can learn independently whether they are in school or not. It is a lifelong skill that ensures a better life and a brighter future. It all begins not simply by learning to read, but by learning to love books,” explains Larissa Chavez, chief executive officer of Looking for Juan.

The book donations are coursed through non-profit organization CANVAS’ “One Million Books for One Million Filipino Children” campaign and book giving events initiated by Looking for Juan or its corporate partners in their chosen communities.

To participate in their advocacy of raising a generation of readers, all one has to do is shop from Looking for Juan. They are also open to project partnerships. For more information, contact store@lookingforjuan.com. For updates, follow @lookingforjuan on Instagram and Facebook.

September 16, 2022
WATCH: Bittersweet ‘From Scratch’ Trailer Starring Zoe Saldaña & Eugenio Mastrandrea

Netflix has released a romantic and emotional trailer for the upcoming limited series From Scratch. It stars Zoe Saldaña of Avatar and The Guardians of the Galaxy fame, opposite Italian star Eugenio Mastrandrea. The show centers on the romance that bloomed between two people from different parts of the world.

Watch the trailer for From Scratch below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBHKSQ4MrJE

From Scratch is adapted from the memoir of Tembi Locke, whose sister, Attica Locke, serves as the TV adaptation’s showrunner. The series follows the African American woman Amy who goes to Italy to study and finds herself falling in love with the Sicilian chef Lino. As the trailer teased, Amy and Lino’s relationship is faced with many challenges, including those involving their different cultural backgrounds. But when Lino is afflicted with serious health conditions, the pair and their families will come together and prove that love crosses all borders.

The series also stars Danielle Deadwyler, Keith David, Kellita Smith, Judith Scott, Lucia Sardo, Paride Benassai, and Roberto Rigano. It drops on Netflix this October 21. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get the latest news on film, TV, and more updates around the city!

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September 16, 2022
Premium In and Out: ASUS Unveils Zenbook S 13 OLED, Collab with Filipino Designer Zarah Juan

ASUS has just announced its newest offering in its premium line of laptops, the Zenbook S 13 OLED (UM5302) — a 13.3-inch ultraportable 2.8K OLED laptop that weighs a mere 1 kilogram, making it the world’s lightest in its class. Making this milestone memorable and stylish, ASUS celebrates Filipino craftsmanship with its collaboration with homegrown brand Zarah Juan.

Premium look that stands out

The premium Zenbook S 13 OLED is lighter than any other 13.3-inch laptop in its class, with a sleek 1 kg-light, 14.9 mm-thin chassis made entirely from durable magnesium-aluminum alloy. It’s the ultimate ultraportable laptop for effortless on-the-go productivity and creativity.

The all-new contemporary design features the new monogram logo on the lid. Finished in four sophisticated new colors — Ponder Blue, Aqua Celadon, Vestige Beige, and Refined White — Zenbook S 13 OLED is designed to stand out, yet it blends in anywhere.

Despite its thin and light form factor, the Zenbook S13 OLED is built to be extra tough with MIL-STD 810H military standard, making sure it’s durable and reliable for daily use in any environment.

Premium vision with OLED screen

Any visuals will look better on Zenbook S 13 OLED’s gorgeous 2.8K OLED HDR Dolby Vision display. The expansive 16:10 aspect ratio provides a bigger workspace, and the four-sided NanoEdge design with ultra slim bezels creates more screen area for an immersive viewing experience. The super-bright PANTONE Validated screen is color-accurate with a 100% DCI-P3 gamut for ultra-vivid colors and is VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certified for deeper blacks and ultrahigh contrast. It’s also TÜV Rheinland-certified for eye care, so the user’s eyes will stay comfortable even during long viewing sessions.

For unrivaled audio quality, Zenbook S 13 OLED has a stereo sound system that supports Dolby Atmos, indulging the listener in their favorite entertainment with sound that moves all around with breathtaking realism in music, movies, and TV

Premium, dependable performance

Zenbook S 13 OLED may be #LighterThanAir, but it is a dependable, high-performance companion, powerfully equipped with up to an AMD Ryzen 7 6800U Mobile Processor, up to 16 GB of fast RAM, and AMD Radeon mobile graphics, so users can confidently tackle any work or leisure task, wherever they are. Its ultrafast up to 512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD ensures fast boot times and instant app loads.

With its long-lasting high-capacity 67Wh battery and up to 19-hour battery life, Zenbook S 13 OLED needs fewer trips to the power outlet when the user is out and about. And when it’s time for a top-up, the fast-charge technology can take it to 60% capacity in as little as 49 minutes, so there’s no need to break the flow. With ASUS USB-C Easy Charge, it can be quickly charged using a USB-C Power Delivery-certified charger or topped up with any standard USB-C charger such as an airline charger, a portable charger, or a power bank.

Zenbook S 13 OLED features the latest WiFi 6E that loads online content in the blink of an eye, enhanced by the exclusive ASUS WiFi Master Premium fine-tuning technologies and software features that help deliver speed, stability, and wide coverage.

Premium user experience

Zenbook S 13 OLED is designed to offer a premium user experience, with exclusive features and technologies that make everything easier to accomplish.

To keep Zenbook S 13 OLED hygienic, it’s protected by ASUS Antibacterial Guard — a special surface treatment that keeps the bugs at bay. In fact, Antibacterial Guard has been scientifically proven to inhibit the growth of bacteria by more than 99% over a 24-hour period, ensuring the surfaces of the laptop stay clean and sanitary for longer and reducing the spread of potentially harmful bacteria via contact.

Zenbook S 13 OLED implements ASUS AI Noise-Cancelation Technology and real-time webcam optimization to ensure the best hybrid working and video conferencing experience. Zenbook S 13 OLED also features the new full-size ASUS ErgoSense keyboard for the most comfortable typing experience ever. For easy data entry, there’s the ASUS NumberPad 2.0, an LED-illuminated numeric keypad integrated into the touchpad.

It may be slim and compact, but Zenbook S 13 OLED has all the I/O ports you need. The USB-C ports support Power Delivery and 4K external displays for enhanced productivity. There’s also a convenient headphone jack for your wired audio needs.

Premium style that empowers

To mark this milestone launch, ASUS collaborates with Filipino social entrepreneur and designer Zarah Juan to develop a limited edition, sustainable, locally made bag. Aside from environmental sustainability, Zarah Juan pushes for social sustainability and upholds cultural continuity through showcasing Filipino heritage.

The Zarah Juan Zen Tote materializes ASUS’ thrust towards human-centric design thinking. Made by the Artisan Communities in Bulacan and Zamboanga City and of locally available materials, the Zen Tote depicts the perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality — the perfect accessory with the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED.

Those who will purchase the Zenbook S 13 OLED from September 15 to October 31, 2022, get a chance to win the limited-edition Zarah Juan Zen Tote worth PHP 8,500.00. To know more about the promo, please check https://ph.asus.click/ASUSZenbookS13OLEDxZarahJuan.The ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UM5302) is available in ASUS Concept Stores and authorized resellers today with a starting price of PHP 63,995.00. Check out the complete list here https://ph.asus.click/PRWTB. Filipinos can also score the Zenbook S 13 OLED with up to 12 months of 0% installment via Home Credit for as low as PHP 4,533.00.

September 16, 2022