Category: Tech

Garmin Celebrates 20 Years of the Forerunner, The World’s First GPS Smartwatch

Garmin is commemorating 20 years of Forerunner, the world’s first GPS smartwatch designed to help runners adopt accurate and sophisticated data to train safely, achieve personal bests and reach new heights.

Garmin first set foot in the aviation industry with cutting-edge GPS navigation products in 1989 and expanded into automotive, marine, outdoor products and subsequently fitness wearables in 2003, with the launch of the world’s first running smartwatch – the Forerunner 201.

Every Run Starts Here – Forerunner for Runners

For the past 20 years, the Forerunner series has been providing runners with precise data analysis – the running smartwatch tracks a runner’s precise positioning while analyzing data including distance, speed, elevation gain as well as heart rate, blood oxygen and more.

In 2022 alone, there were over 320,000 new Forerunner users across Asia. Despite the global pandemic, running activities clocked by Garmin users in Asia grew by 24 percent from 2020 to 2022, with Vietnam, Indonesia and India in the lead with the most growth, demonstrating the unstoppable love for running in Asia.

“From the first time a Garmin engineer awkwardly strapped a GPS device to a wrist, the Forerunner series has evolved into a trusty companion for all runners around the world. We remain committed to achieving our personal best by delivering innovative technological breakthroughs to push users to their personal bests,” said Mr. Scoppen Lin, Assistant General Manager, Garmin Asia.

Likening runners to planets tracing their own orbit, revolving around their common passion for running, every runner is in pursuit of their individual fitness goals and to take on bigger challenges.

Empowering Runners with Running Science

Committed to expanding on Garmin’s expertise in GPS navigation technology and combining it with industry leading smart technology, Garmin has utilized Firstbeat Analytics for more than a decade before acquiring the industry-leading physiological analytics companies in the world.

Developments through the years include Heart Rate Variability (HRV) sensor data to provide the most advanced analysis and metrics in the areas of stress, sleep, maximal oxygen consumption (VO2 Max), training status/load, training effectiveness, and respiration rate.

This allowed Garmin to empower users with the most advanced and accurate health and performance data to make more efficient and data-driven decisions during training and recovery.

In conjunction with this momentous celebration, Garmin has released their most powerful Forerunner smartwatches yet, the Forerunner 265 and 965 today.

Forerunner 965 Series

The Forerunner 965 is equipped with a titanium bezel, a 1.4-inch AMOLED display and an amazing battery life of up to 23 days on smartwatch mode. It currently holds the record for having the world’s longest battery life for a running watch with an AMOLED display.

Unique to the Forerunner 965, the watch comes equipped with the Stamina and Acute Chronic Workload Ration features to track and help users manage their physical exertion throughout a run, to prevent “bonking” by overexerting too early in a run and to determine overall training load metrics for proper training scheduling respectively.

This smartwatch is designed for marathon and triathlon enthusiasts who will benefit from features like Wrist-Based Running Dynamics, where users can access detailed metric through on-wrist running dynamics including stride length, vertical oscillation directly from the watch in real-time.

The forerunner 965 series will be available in the Philippines starting April 2023.

Forerunner 265 Series

On the other hand, the Forerunner 265 comes with a Ground Gorilla Glass 4 lens, with an option of 1.3-inch AMOLED display, featuring a battery life of up to 13 days or 1.1-inch AMOLED display (on the Forerunner 265S) featuring a battery life of up to 15 days. Forerunner 265 includes performance monitoring tools from Garmin Firstbeat Analytics like VO2 max, performance condition, training effect and more.

Rigorous and Comprehensive Testing Procedures for Quality Assurance

Designed for runners, by runners, Forerunner 965 and Forerunner 265 series are purpose-built in both form and function to help athletes better plan, prepare, perform and connect.

To ensure that Garmin’s products can keep up with users’ vigorous training regimens, the products are put through diverse extreme tests to simulate real-life usage scenarios, including but not limited to low and high temperature tests, 10-bar stress tests, acceleration detection tests, altimeter tests, repeated drop tests, watch band wear cycle tests. The variety of tests would ensure that customers would experience superior product quality and build.

Getting Runners from Zero to Hero

Garmin places great importance on community – building run communities throughout key Asian cities through Garmin Run Club activities to bring people who love running together.

The Season 3 of the Garmin Run club’s Manila leg started last February and will run until May 2023. Garmin welcomes everyone to join the run club every every Monday and Thursday at 7pm held at Toby’s Sports Bonifacio Global City.

The program is led by three Garmin-accredited Coaches: Precious Que, Jules Aquino, and Jasper Tanhueco. Discover new friends, experience a well-planned running program and run with the Garmin running community!

Run with Garmin and experience their most powerful smarwatches out in the market. The Forerunner 965 retails for Php 37,660.00 while Forerunner 265 is at Php 28,250.00. For more information about Garmin Philippines, visit their website or Facebook page.

April 3, 2023
Level-up Gaming Experience DITO!

The online gaming scene in the Philippines continues to rise, with more and more Filipinos expressing their interest in playing online either through consoles, mobiles, or PCs. In a survey conducted by Rakuten Insight in April 2022, results showed that 80% of Filipino respondents said they play online games, with the majority saying they play daily.

While gaming for leisure and relaxation remains to be the compelling reason for playing online games, the eSports industry in the Philippines also continues to grow, with a projected market revenue of $7.12 million this 2023. Despite its relatively young age in the industry, eSports has gained popularity in the country, with a growing number of Filipinos expressing their interest and passion for the craft. As the country’s youngest and newest telco provider, DITO Telecommunity continues to support Filipino online gamers as they go all-out and TODO in pursuing and nurturing their talent and passion for online gaming.

Powered by its next-generation technology and strong connectivity, DITO is home to a wide variety of affordable mobile games that Filipinos can enjoy and experience. DITOzens can level up their mobile gaming experience by getting game currencies and gaming credits using their load balances via the DITO App for various gaming platforms such as Mobile Legends, Garena, Gameclub, Go Cash, EA Play, IMVU, Minecraft, Nintendo E-Shop, Roblox, Steam, Unipin, Xbox, PubG Mobile, and Growtopia.

For Mobile Legends Bang Bang, subscribers can get diamonds which can be used for custom skins, emotes, and events like draw, bingo, or starlight membership pass) while for Garena (Call of Duty – Mobile), CP currency can be used for battle passes, custom bundles (skins for guns, clothing, and vehicles), and events.

Avid gamers can also enjoy ad-free gaming on available games via DITO GameZone and Steam; validity varies from 1 day to 30 days. For Steam, subscribers can access and play games like NBA2k23 and GTAV, while DITO GameZone carries games from Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Angry Birds, and more which are ideal for kids and those young at heart!

“Here at DITO, it is part of our mission to support the Filipino online gaming community as they try to go all-out in making the most of their talents, interests, and passions for online gaming. We may be the youngest telco player in the country, but we strive to always provide avid Filipino online gamers with the best possible mobile gaming experience fueled by our next-gen technology and strong connectivity. As we continuously innovate and try to expand to new horizons, DITO will continue to be an ally of Filipino gamers in the country as they pursue and nurture their passion and represent the Philippines on the global stage,” said Jasper Evangelista, DITO Telecommunity Brand & Marketing Director.

Start enjoying DITO’s mobile games, with its easy-to-access and convenient gaming products, using DITO load balances via the DITO App. Subscribers just need to follow these easy steps: log in to the DITO App, click “Buy App Subscription” on the homepage and choose the preferred subscription, enter a valid email address to receive the voucher code, and lastly, wait for the confirmation message.

DITOzens can also enjoy an ultimate gaming experience by subscribing to DITO App Boosters. For as low as Php 50, subscribers can get 7GB of app access data with a bonus 1GB of open access data, valid for 7 days.

In line with Republic Act 11934 or the SIM Registration Act (SRA), subscribers who register their SIMS will also receive a bonus of 2GB all-access data, which they can use for gaming upon successful SIM card registration. For more information about SRA, click here: DITO SIM Registration

For more information, check out @DITOphofficial at Facebook and Instagram or visit https://dito.ph/.

March 30, 2023
The #AuraPortraitMaster vivo V27e: Your Next Must-Have Smartphone Now Available for P16,999

Start your mobile photography journey and get the pocket studio of your dreams with the latest addition to vivo’s premium lineup, The Aura Portrait Master, vivo V27e. The dream mobile partner of every selfie enthusiast, filmmaker, and multitasker, this stylish and lightweight phone strikes a perfect balance between the capabilities of a reliable camera and the features of an all-around smartphone.

Get this game-changing phone on any vivo kiosks and concept stores nationwide now for PHP16,999!

All your photography essentials in one device

Driven by the desire to keep innovating and elevating the youth’s smartphone experience, vivo came up with a concept for a ring light to replace the usual flash and solve common photography issues such as overexposure and compromised night shots caused by bright, unfiltered camera flash. The Aura Portrait Algorithm is a vivo-exclusive innovation that softens the subject’s features and gives them a warm, luminous skin, yielding results comparable to professional portraits done in studios.

Night portraits with the vivo V27e are more vivid and detailed, making the subject shine in the middle of the dark backdrop. The vivo V27e packs a hybrid EIS + OIS Dual Ultra-Stabilization feature which guarantees effortlessly stable photographs and videos each time. The vivo V27e also has a 32MP HD selfie camera and 64MP OIS Ultra Sensing rear camera – all harmoniously creating a seamless, professional camera experience for you.

Seize the content creator momentum and create your own vlogs with V27e’s vlog movie 3.0 feature which guides you throughout the entire vlogging process from pre production prep to shooting and editing. Making film-grade vlogs is likewise a breeze with the smartphone’s built-in film tone templates, frames and stickers.

Easily edit videos, insert text, or add filters and themes with on-screen tips and instructions even while recording, so you don’t end up with unusable footage and wasted time. With all these innovative specs paired with your creativity, nothing can stop you from being the content creator you’ve always wanted to be!

Top of the line or never mind

No, a smartphone is not just a device for sending and receiving messages, taking pictures and videos, and setting alarms and calendar schedules. It is a fashion statement as much as a digital tool for school, work and other creative pursuits.

Inspired by Bauhaus design philosophy, the new vivo V27 series exudes minimalism and elegance but with emphasis on function. The compact camera layout further gives the phone an elegant yet simple vibe — a refreshing take from the bigger, more extravagant camera arrangements in other phones.

Download all your school and work files for review with ease with the vivo V27e’s 256GB storage. Powered by vivo Extended RAM 3.0 technology with 8GB+ up to 8GB extended RAM, the vivo V27e delivers a smooth and seamless performance throughout the day. Scrolling through your phone screen is also made even easier with its upgraded 120Hz refresh rate.

Start your journey with the #AuraPortraitMaster

No more “sana all” moments for you as this premium smartphone with 66W FastCharge technology and 4,600mAh battery is about to be yours at a special price. Turn your photography and vlogging dreams into a reality and be #TheAuraPortraitMaster with the vivo V27e.

Seize this amazing offer from vivo and get this ultra-handy and reliable device for only Php 16,999! Visit any of vivo’s offline stores nationwide or vivo’s official website, Shopee, Lazada and TikTok to avail.

March 30, 2023
Empowering Mompreneurs: PLDT Home Supports Madiskarte Moms

PLDT Home believes that the future of Philippine entrepreneurship is female and digital, and the company is proud to support Madiskarte Moms PH (MMPH). MMPH is an online community of mompreneurs who are building and growing their online businesses while taking care of their families at home. With the fastest broadband internet provider in the country, PLDT Home supports this group of 153,000 community members by providing digital business tools, knowledge and skills training, and networking opportunities. The group has helped many of its members grow their side hustles into booming online home businesses that have allowed them to support and build dreams for their families.

These successful mompreneurs share the most important lessons they’ve learned

The group became not only a go-to space for digital business tools, basic and necessary knowledge and skills training, and networking opportunities, but it also became an emotional and mental support system. MMPH believes in the importance of giving recognition to the passion and resilience that the members have shown all throughout their entrepreneurial journey, especially during the pandemic.

Hence, MMPH launched the Gawad Madiskarte Awards in 2022 to highlight and celebrate the most outstanding mompreneurs in the community. The winners were rewarded with more of the support that they need to expand their business further and their stories serve as an inspiration to every mompreneur who are working hard to reach their own dreams of success.

Mompreneurs who inspire

For mompreneur and Diskarteng Solid Award winner Abigail Madrigal, support from many people is always crucial when trying to get a business off the ground. She sold high-quality bedsheets on online selling platforms while balancing a full-time job and raising a toddler during the pandemic.

“I started this business with the capital of P10,000—equivalent to 50 yards of fabric in five designs that were sewn by my Nanay. Now, we have the house next to ours as a production area, with rolls and thousand yards of fabrics in almost 100+ designs,” she shared.

“MMPH gave me the important backing that I needed when I was starting. This platform landed me several clients and the word-from-mouth created from these transactions started the growth and reputation of my store, Mommy Matters. The posts that I read in the group also inspired me to work better on my venture,” Abigail said.

Kaylynn Adolfo of The Asian Mommy is a Diskarteng Eco-Friendly winner for her line of locally-made reusable cloth diapers. Her business follows her staunch zero-waste advocacy, exemplified with the reusable diapers and environmentally friendly packaging.

Kaylynn learned that the network of like-minded people you meet can also be your biggest supporters and customers. “Through the Madiskarte Moms community, I have met moms that are now my suppliers,” she said. “I have also taken advice from other moms that has helped my brand flourish. The group has also helped me find customers multiple times.”

Protecting the environment is likewise the advocacy of Rosanna Dela Cruz Kabiling of Something Nice Environmental Corp., a winner for the Diskarteng May Puso award, whose biggest lesson was that committing to a good cause can bring you success.

Her business deals with the proper transport, treatment, disposal of hazardous waste; and reduce, reuse, recycle of scrap material for local and multinational companies. She values the supportive network that she has built with MMPH.

“I am happy to see a lot of mommies today who are open-minded enough to start their own business and who are fulfilling their dreams. The group helps me to realize how blessed I am,” Rosanna said.

Madiskarte Mom Theresa Carbonell Buenaflor of Ellana Mineral Cosmetics was chosen for the Diskarteng Digital award, for using social media platforms to reach her customer base with her skincare, body care, and makeup products. Her inspiring insight is that one should always use technology and digital trends for better chances of success.

“MMPH helped us believe that there are still good people out there who support our brand, especially during the challenges of the pandemic,” Theresa said. “I’m grateful for the support and reception of this group because it helped me believe that there are still good people out there who can support each other in these tough times.”

Lou Neri Putian was the 2022 Diskarteng Home Biz winner. She has emerged successful with her Sy Glow cosmetics and skincare products that are available through direct sales. She was able to thrive and properly manage her home business despite being a full-time mom raising her three kids, proving thatwith some diskarte and the right motivation, it is never impossible for moms to balance a business and being a mother.

“I was inspired by the other Madiskarte Moms of the group in growing my business, which I juggled together with taking care of my kids at home,” she says.

PLDT Home aims to support the online community further, and help empower more women to achieve business success.

PLDT Home is set to hold the second Gawad Madiskarte Awards in May 2023 to recognize the Madiskarteng Pinays who have shown excellence in growing their online home businesses and positive attitude in helping and inspiring other fellow mompreneurs. To know more about this year’s Gawad Madiskarte Awards, join the Madiskarte Moms PH online community here: https://pldthome.info/GawadMadiskarteWomensMonth2023.

March 30, 2023
ASUS bolsters support to Filipino artisans, culminates Zarah Juan collaboration

ASUS put Filipino craftsmanship at the forefront during the recently ended Incredible Transformation: Future-ready Business Management Workshop for Filipino Artisans. After a widely successful ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED launch last year, the ASUS and Zarah Juan collaboration culminated through specialized digital literacy training and laptop donation turnover to seven Filipino artisan communities from different parts of the Philippines. Artisans from Lake Sebu, Davao City, Isabela Province, Paete, Bulacan, and Marikina City gathered in Ortigas Center, Pasig City, on March 9, 2023. Each community received an ASUS laptop to support them in their business transformation and digitize their day-to-day business transactions.

The Zarah Juan Zen Tote is the perfect ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED accessory.

In September 2022, ASUS partnered with Filipino social entrepreneur and fashion accessory designer Zarah Juan to design and create a limited edition sustainable locally-made bag to launch the world’s lightest 13.3-inch 2.8K OLED laptop ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED. The Zarah Juan Zen Tote materializes ASUS’ thrust towards human-centric design thinking. Made by artisan communities in the country and of locally available materials, the Zen Tote depicts the perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality — the perfect accessory with the Zenbook S 13 OLED.

The Zarah Juan brand is the designer’s solution for single-use bags. Her journey as a designer and an entrepreneur led her to strengthen the livelihood of Filipino artisans. It has now evolved into a brand known for its #ProudLocal pieces made by Filipinos from different parts of the country. Aside from environmental sustainability, Zarah Juan pushes for social sustainability and upholds cultural continuity by showcasing Filipino heritage.

ASUS Philippines Product Marketing Lead- Consumer PC Rachelle Lozares, ASUS Philippines Country Manager George Su, Zarah Juan President Christian Juan, Zarah Juan Creative Director Zarah Juan, and ASUS Philippines Marketing Manager Seiko Deura turned over seven laptops to the seven Filipino artisan communities on March 9, 2023.

ASUS Philippines Country Manager George Su shared, “Our philosophy has always been innovation that enhances users’ way of life. We hope the ASUS Vivobook 13 Slate OLED laptops our Filipino artisans received will empower them to work toward incredible success and gear them up for the international export stage. We believe they are vital in preserving and expanding the vibrant Filipino culture.”

“The ASUS and Zarah Juan partnership is one of a kind because there is an aligned vision to dig deeper into how we can work together in empowering our artisans. We are thankful to ASUS for providing them the right tools they need to be more competitive and ready to face the global market”, Zarah Juan Creative Director Zarah Juan also added.

Filipino artisans participated in a whole-day workshop to learn how technology can make their livelihood more efficient, faster, and all-in-all. They got to familiarize themselves with creating data sheets and encoding business information such as product costing, materials inventory, and admin forms, to name a few. They were also taught how to take proper care of their laptops to ensure they can maximize their usage and benefits for future generations.

A Bulacan Bag Maker member lists the materials needed to create a Zarah Juan bag on the ASUS Vivobook 13 Slate OLED.

T’Boli Community participant Jenalyn Ipil expressed her gratitude toward ASUS and Zarah Juan, “Matutulungan po yung community namin na ma-improve yung aming ginagawa at yung mga skills namin sa paghawak ng computer (This training will enhance the way we do business and improve our computer skills).”

Participants from different artisan communities listen to how they can optimize their business operations through technology.

ASUS is committed to providing a meaningful and sustainable way of living, not just in the innovative products they make but also through activities that nourish the Filipino society and environment. The ASUS x Zarah Juan collaboration proved to be a holistic campaign that raises product awareness and highlights cultural continuity by providing livelihood to Filipino artisans and equipping them with digital know-how to fulfill the digital demands of their existing and future clients. As ASUS takes one small step toward cultural and social sustainability, it hopes to inspire Filipinos to join the movement and make a change in their respective communities.

March 28, 2023
Fashion photographer BJ Pascual shares his thoughts on the epic Galaxy S23 Series

Many people use their mobile phones to capture the important moments in life – be it travel adventures, family gatherings or even a night out with friends. It’s these precious milestones that call for an equally impressive phone with camera features to record epic memories – such as those that come with the new Galaxy S23 Series.

Launched at the Epic House party held at The Fifth Rockwell, the Galaxy S23 Series comes with some truly stunning innovations when it comes to photography and videography. Just ask renowned fashion and lifestyle photographer BJ Pascual, who took guests on a tour of the Epic Nightography room, which featured the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s incredible camera features such as the enhanced Nightography mode and the 200-megapixel camera.

As a long-time Samsung Galaxy user, BJ mentioned that he has always loved the phone and was curious how they will be able to top the last one. But upon trying the Galaxy S23 series, he was amazed by how Samsung was able to pack all the amazing features in such a slim package.

BJ was particularly impressed with the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s 200-megapixel camera. “As photographers, we love data, and that’s a lot of data, and it has more megapixels than my work camera. It’s so crazy! I’m actually excited to try it at an actual photoshoot,” he said.

The Galaxy S23 series also features an enhanced Nightography setting that allows you to take pictures in any lighting condition, be it at a neon-lit nightclub or at a camping trip under the stars.

“That’s another area the camera improves so much. The Super HDR of the Night Photography is insane, and I think, this is their best yet. It would be helpful especially for those people who like to go out at night and not a lot of places have good lighting, so the HDR really helps with tricky lighting situations, so everything looks great,” shared BJ.

With Super HDR, the smartphone is able to balance the brightness of a photo so it does not appear too dark or too light that its details get lost. With the enhanced Nightography feature in the Galaxy S23 Series, photos appear vivid and crisp, even at night.

The Galaxy S23 Series also allows you to be a true photo master. Combined with the enhanced Nightography feature, the smartphone also has an Expert RAW app that allows you to control the light and the shadows within the photo you took. “When you shoot raw photos, you kind of have a lot of control over the [pictures]. It’s kind of like a film. When you take photos with film, there’s room for you to brighten it or darken it, as long as it’s exposed. The Expert RAW app makes you the master of the HDR,” BJ explained.

From the 200-megapixels, to its Nightography and Expert RAW app features, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Series makes taking epic photos easier than ever, anytime, and anywhere. BJ also shared some key tips to make your photos more epic than ever. If you’re doing an Outfit-of-the-Day photo look for you social media posts, BJ advises that “if you want to look taller, frame the photos with the face near the middle of the frame and the feet near the bottom of the frame, so you can get more space on top and then you crop it after. The distortion of the wide lens makes your legs look longer.”

If you’re taking a selfie, BJ recommends that “the best selfie is actually finding your light, so whether it be like natural or artificial light, just make sure the light is generally in front of you to diffuse everything so that less imperfections can be seen. If it’s outdoors better to take a picture under the shade or in front of a window, where the light is not directly hitting your face but the diffused light is just coming in.”

Aside from using the nightography features of the Galaxy S23 series, BJ also shared a tip on how to take a great selfie in the evening or when you’re in a club or event. “Take photos in front of an LCD or LED screen – it’s like an artificial window!”

The Galaxy S23 series is now available through Samsung Experience Stores, Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com and MemoXpress Online. The Galaxy S23 series comes in four nature-inspired matte hues: Phantom Black, Cream, Green and Lavender 32 . The Galaxy S23 retails for PHP 53,990 for the 128GB variant, and PHP 57,990 for the 256GB variant. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S23+ starts at PHP 68,990 for 256GB variant, and PHP 76,990 for the 512GB variant. Lastly, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is available at PHP 81,990 and PHP 89,990 for the 256GB and 512GB variants respectively. A samsung.com-exclusive 1TB Galaxy S23 Ultra is also available at PHP 103,990.

For more information about Galaxy S23 series, please visit: www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-
s23/, https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-s23-ultra/, news.samsung.com/global or
www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/.

March 25, 2023
Enjoy Up to 25GB Bonus All-Access Data with DITO SIM Starter Packs

To encourage more Filipinos to try its high-speed data and value-for-money products, youngest telco player DITO Telecommunity now offers its DITO SIM Starter Pack with up to 25GB all-access data for only Php 39! New subscribers can also enjoy a bonus 30-day Amazon Prime Video mobile subscription for every purchase of any DITO Level-Up Pack!

In light of the new SIM Registration Act (SRA) as well, we are adding another 2GB bonus data for all DITOzens! New subscribers who activate their DITO SIM Starter Packs are eligible to enjoy this TODO SA SULIT bonus data promo! New DITOzens can get their maximum free data allocation by following these easy steps:

Step 1– Activate the DITO SIM Starter Pack by registering your SIM card and enjoy 3GB bonus data. Subscribers within 5G covered areas are also eligible to enjoy another bonus 3GB data.

Step 2- Download the DITO APP and update the customer profile to enjoy 4GB bonus data.

Step 3: Purchase or subscribe to any Level-Up Pack on the same day of SIM activation and get another 3GB bonus data. Subscribers will also receive 1GB bonus data for 7 days for each of the first 12 Level Up Pack subscriptions- total of 12GB bonus data.

Aside from the 25GB bonus all-access data, new subscribers can also enjoy unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls and 100 minutes of calls to other networks valid for 15 days.

“As the new year comes in, we want to encourage more Filipinos to try out DITO and of course register your SIMS. From Php 49, we lowered our SIM Starter Packs to Php 39 with increased bonus data offering to enable interested subscribers to discover DITO and experience our high-speed connectivity and value-for-money products,” said Evelyn Jimenez, DITO Chief Commercial Officer.

Buy DITO SIM Starter Packs available at DITO Experience Stores and partner stores: https://bit.ly/DITOstores, Shopee: https://bit.ly/SPshopee, and Lazada: https://bit.ly/SPlazadaFor more details, visit https://dito.ph/starterpack.

March 23, 2023
vivo Officially Launches The vivo V27 Series, The Industry’s First-Ever Pocket Studio Device

vivo, one of the leading smartphone brands in the Philippines, has officially launched the newest addition to its V lineup– the vivo V27 Series. This new flagship smartphone boasts a first-of-its-kind technology in the industry, the Aura Portrait Algorithm, that will elevate users’ mobile photography game with a studio-level experience right in their hands.

This new lineup offers two variants– the vivo V27 5G and vivo V27e. The vivo V27e will be officially available for pre-order in vivo’s E-store from March 22-29, while fans can pre-order the vivo V27 5G from April 10-16.

With the vivo V27 Series dubbed as The Aura Portrait Master, vivo encourages its fans to radiate their best aura anytime and anywhere with their very own pocket studio, the vivo V27 and the vivo V27e.

Capture Studio-Level Photos Effortlessly

As with previous V series devices that offer top of the line camera features, the vivo V27 Series is packed with a new innovation in smartphone imaging technology. Both variants under the vivo V27 Series carry vivo’s latest breakthrough– the Aura Portrait Algorithm technology. This first-in-the-industry feature is vivo’s solution that covers the three aspects in the light and imaging processing journey. First is the Aura Light, a built-in ring light that serves as an extra light source but with a smoother and more delicate effect compared to regular phone camera flash.

Second aspect in this camera system, particularly in vivo V27 5G variant, is the 50MP OIS Ultra Sensing main camera powered by SONY IMX766V sensor, a first in vivo’s V Series history. This flagship sensor has an ultra-large 1/1.56” sensor size which allows 145 percent more light intake for a stronger picture quality even in low-light surroundings. Meanwhile, its V27e variant has 64MP OIS Ultra Sensing Camera and Super Night View capability to capture HD quality and vivid images.

Lastly, this upgrade includes a perfect synergy between hardware and software with vivo’s full and exclusive line of Portrait Algorithms. All three aspects complete the Aura Portrait Algorithm feature of the vivo V27 Series that intelligently adjusts the lighting according to the environment, perfectly capturing studio quality images for portrait shooting day and night.

Vlogging Made Easier and More Fun

Great adventures are some of the best moments to vlog, until you get home and realize your shots are blurry and shaky. Avoid this mishap with the vivo V27 Series backed with EIS+OIS Dual Ultra Stabilization feature. This imaging system allows users to shoot videos in the most stable way even without extra tools like selfie sticks and gimbals.

vivo also ensured that whether with the back or front lens, users can shoot high-quality videos, thanks to the vivo V27 5G’s 50MP Eye AF Vlogging camera and vivo V27e’s 32MP Vlogging lens.

Moreover, vivo enables its fans to produce more creative videos worth-sharing on social media through the vivo V27 Series’ Microfilm feature. This serves as a one stop solution where users can edit vlogs with just a few clicks, access 26 effect templates for free, use built-in professional standard video enhancement software, and enjoy a hassle-free vlog making experience.

Premium Design without Compromising Comfort

The series sports new colorways that can easily match users’ every style and aesthetic. The vivo V27 5G variant exudes sophistication with the Emerald Green colorway boosted with vivo’s signature photochromic 2.0 technology design, now more reactive to light making color-changing process faster than its predecessor.

Meanwhile, vivo V27e is available in eye-catching Lavender Purple colorway created through vivo’s photolithography process to achieve its glowing peacock feathers design and the Glory Black partnered with glittering fluorite AG effect for a delicate and luxurious finish.

On top of vivo V27 Series’ colorways, both variants boast a slim and smooth frame for a comfortable grip. The vivo V27 5G has 7.36mm 3D-Curved Screen, the thinnest curved screen in history of vivo V Series while the vivo V27e has 7.7mm thin flat frame. Now, users don’t need to choose between style and comfort as the vivo V27 Series has both.

Powerful Flagship Performance

Inside the vivo V27 5G’s slim and compact body is a MediaTek D7200 4nm chipset that supports Dual-Mode 5G and Dual 5G Standby to balance performance and power consumption. Along with a powerful processor, the vivo V27 Series offers a bigger update with the help of vivo’s Extended RAM 3.0. With this technology, vivo V27 5G’s 12GB RAM and vivo V27e’s 8GB RAM can support up to 8GB extension that allows multiple and large-scale apps to smoothly run in the background simultaneously. Both variants are also packed with 256GB ROM so users can store as many files as they want.

vivo V27 Series also takes users’ productivity to the next level with its all-day battery which has a doubled life span that can handle up to 1,600 charge cycles. It is also boosted with a 66W FastCharge feature to quickly recharge the phone’s power from 0 to 50 percent in just 19 minutes.

Pricing and Availability

With vivo V27 Series and its innovative camera features, enjoy the pocket studio experience and bring out your best aura whenever, wherever you are. Both the vivo V27 5G and the vivo V27e are packed with powerful features inside, giving them the ability to keep up with today’s demanding lifestyles.

The vivo V27 5G is priced at PHP24,999 while the vivo V27e sells at PHP16,999. Pre-order starts on March 22-29 exclusively in vivo’s E-store for vivo V27e variant where fans can take advantage of up to 3 months installment with 0 percent interest via credit cards. On the other hand, the vivo V27 5G variant is available for pre-order on April 10-16.

Early birds can also take home a TWS Bluetooth headset or a vivo VIP Card for every purchase of V27 Series phones online until supplies last. To know more about the vivo V27 Series, visit vivo’s official website, or follow them on their official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

March 22, 2023
Discover Sony’s Newest and Lightest Headband Models: WH-CH720N Over-Ear and WH-CH520 On-Ear Wireless Headphones

Sony releases two new headphones – the WH-CH720N and the WH-CH520 – giving music lovers the option of on-ear or over-ear wireless headphones packed with Sony’s critically acclaimed audio technology.

WH-CH720N in Black, White and Blue

WH-CH520 in Black, White, Blue and Beige

The over-ear WH-CH720N wireless headphones incorporate Dual Noise Sensor technology and Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 chip to provide noise canceling. In addition, a lightweight design and up to 35 hours of battery life let you enjoy music for longer without background interruptions.

The on-ear WH-CH520 wireless headphones provide up to 50 hours of battery life with all-day comfort and enhanced call performance to meet the demands of your day. Plus choose from four colors – black, blue, white, and beige – to match your style.

Both models also feature Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) to produce high-quality sound exactly as the artist intended as well as a Multipoint connection for easy connectivity between devices.

Multipoint connection on the WH-CH720N Black

All day comfort, without the noise

Whether you’re flying long-haul or relaxing in a café, the over-ear WH-CH720N headphones deliver Sony’s advanced noise canceling performance thanks to the Integrated Processor V1 chip and Dual Noise Sensor technology, so you can enjoy more music and less background noise.

Noise canceling on the WH-CH720N White

The Integrated Processor V1 helps eliminate external sound, with a low processing delay to make the noise cancelling more effective than ever. The WH-CH720N also features two microphones in each earcup which, coupled with Dual Noise Sensor technology, captures ambient sound. This lets you block outside noise everywhere you go, so the only thing you hear is your music.

Plus, with the Sony | Headphones Connect app, you can adjust the ambient sound across 20 different levels for when you’re on the move.

Stay comfortable, however long you listen

You’ll never need to take a break from your favorite music with the WH-CH720N. The over-ear headphones are ergonomically designed to be comfortable for even longer periods. At just 192g, the WH-CH720N is Sony’s lightest overhead wireless headphones with noise canceling. Comfortable synthetic leather and urethane materials combine with optimum ear pad structure and dimensions for exceptional wearability. With up to 35 hours battery life with noise canceling on, you’ll have enough power to keep listening all day and into the night.

Lightweight design with the WH-CH520 Beige

The WH-CH520 have also been carefully designed with everyday use in mind. You can stay powered up for days with up to 50 hours of battery life. So you can listen to your favorite music without worrying about running out of charge. Plus, the on-ear headphones feature an adjustable headband with padding, soft earpads and a lightweight design so you can find the perfect fit and stay comfortable for longer.

Superb sound for every song

Enjoy natural vocals, crystal clear sound and balanced tuning on both the WH-CH720N and WH-CH520 Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), producing a high-quality sound exactly as the artist intended. When the original music is compressed, it loses the high-frequency elements that add details and richness to a track. Sony’s Digital Sound Enhancement Engine faithfully restores these to produce high-quality sound that’s closer to the original recording.

Superb sound on the WH-CH720N Blue

The Integrated Processor V1 included within the WH-CH720N also produces an authentic listening experience by reproducing the detail in your music with minimal distortion. The sound tuning is intentionally designed to be well-balanced from low to high frequencies with natural and clear vocals.

Whether you’re listening to electrifying pop or bassy rap, the WH-CH720N and WH-CH520 allow you to tailor your sound using the Equaliser in the Sony | Headphones Connect app. You can choose from a variety of settings to match sound quality with the music genre you’re listening to or even create and save your own settings.

Superb sound on the WH-CH520 White

Crystal clear conversations

Improved technology features on the WH-CH720N mean you can enjoy even better call quality. Beamforming microphones with Precise Voice Pickup technology are smartly positioned to pick up your voice more clearly and accurately in a range of environments. A newly developed Wind Noise Reduction Structure around the microphones reduce background noise for you, keeping conversations and music clear and uninterrupted.

Great call quality on the WH-CH520 Blue

Whether you’re joining an online class or a work meeting, the WH-CH520 also provides easy hands-free calling and great call quality. Simply answer calls with one click of the buttons on the earcup so there’s no need to take your phone out of your pocket. Built-in high-quality microphones and noise suppression processing mean the WH-CH520 collects sound and reduces ambient noise during calls so you can make clear calls even in noisy environments.

Multipoint connection on the WH-CH520 Black

Both the WH-CH720N and WH-CH520 feature Multipoint connection, easy button operation and can be controlled with your voice. Since the connection is easy with Swift Pair and Fast Pair, these headphones are ideal for everyday use.

Designed with sustainability in mind

Sony has designed these headphones with the environment in mind. There’s no plastic in the WH-CH720N and WH-CH520 packaging, which is designed based on low toxicity design principles and towards Sony’s “Road to Zero” environmental plan. Both headphones also use recycled plastic materials.

Pricing and availability

The WH-CH720N is priced at PHP7,999 while the WH-CH520 is at PHP3,299. Both units are now available in all Sony Authorized Dealers nationwide.

March 17, 2023
Top of the Class: Celebrate The Graduation Season With These Exciting vivo Promos!

The much-awaited graduation season is here and vivo wants to make graduating students feel much more appreciated through a special promo made just for them.

To reward fans who are about to attain an unforgettable and fulfilling life milestone, vivo is giving away huge discounts and special offers on its reliable and premium Y Series line – vivo Y35, vivo Y22s, vivo Y16 and vivo Y02. Aside from lower price tags, a lot of exciting freebies such as TWS Voguards, 2-in-1 clock speakers, premium tumblers, and more are also up for grabs with every purchase.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a new vivo smartphone just in time for graduation! Promo will run from March 19 to 25 on vivo’s official e-store website.

Below are all the participating vivo smartphone models for this sale promo:

Celebrate your milestone with a vivo smartphone

Every moment during your commencement ceremony should be captured and kept – from the graduation march until the tassels of the graduation caps are moved from left to right. That’s why having a smartphone with enough storage capacity to store all these memories comes in handy. The vivo Y16 with 4GB+1GB Extended RAM and 4GB+128GB internal storage is the perfect device to immortalize all priceless memories on your graduation day.

On the other hand, you can keep the celebration going throughout the day using the vivo Y35 with a long-lasting 5000mAh battery power. Thanks to its 44W FastCharge technology, there’s no need to halt the fun for too long so you can continue video calling friends and family from abroad or reply to congratulatory messages in a flash!

If you’re keen to have a more affordable device with the same outstanding performance, there’s also the slim yet powerful vivo Y02 with a 5000mAh battery and capable of 10W FastCharge.

Celebrations don’t end after the graduation program so taking photos during the after-party from day ‘til night is a must. Use the 50MP Super Night Camera of the vivo Y22s to ensure the quality of your shots even during sundown. This camera feature will capture all your heartfelt interactions with your proud family members in clear, vivid detail. With the vivo Y22s, you can max out the night and relive your success with no worries about having poor-quality shots.

Whether you are a graduate or you have a loved one graduating soon, enjoy the gift of a functional yet affordable smartphone that will let you celebrate and capture your wonderful Commencement Day memories and more. Visit vivo’s official e-store website and add these vivo smartphones to your cart now!

To know more about vivo’s products and offers, visit its official website, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube pages.

March 17, 2023