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Month: May 2020

  • She Didn’t Give Up on Mayor Isko

    She Didn’t Give Up on Mayor Isko

    Happy Mother’s Day! The’re are different ways we can do or show our respect or honor to our mother or mom in the family not just during Mother’s day celebration but in every activities, spending the days with her amidst of the situation of our daily living.

    As the old adage goes, “Behind every great man there’s a great woman.” Mayor Francisco Domagoso or simply YORME, shares his heartwarming Mother’s Day message to a great woman behind his great success and to all the Filipino MOMS – the Real VIPs!

    Watch the full video at https://bit.ly/35O5F3S

    As the elected City Mayor of Manila, endearingly called by most Filipinos as Yorme, he never wavered amidst adversities hurled at him for taking several steps in making a better version of the city he fondly calls his home and crowning glory.

    On this special occasion, Yorme encourages all Filipino moms to be stronger for their families while consciously maintaining a healthy work-life balance and to continue their selfless dedication amidst the uncertainties of this pandemic war – “Believe in yourself! You’ve got nothing to lose.”

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    Ralf Huertas

  • Robinsons Bank assures service amid crisis, enhances digital services for better banking experience

    Robinsons Bank assures service amid crisis, enhances digital services for better banking experience

    While the entirety of the Philippines is under a State of Calamity due to the COVID-19 virus, Robinsons Bank (RBank) has taken immediate adequate steps to ensure that it maintains its excellent banking services for its various customers and stakeholders amid the COVID-19 crisis.

    RBankers: A resilient workforce offering their dedication to serve amidst crisis

    As the first two (2) weeks of the quarantine’s implementation became a handful for the majority of businesses, RBank strived to deliver the same quality of services that it has provided since.

    In the beginning of the ECQ, 62% of RBank’s branch network nationwide continued to operate to ensure that there is an easily accessible bank that can cater to clients’ needs. Furthermore, 92% of RBank ATMs replenished consistently to serve various communities across the nation. Customers can also find RBank’s “24R Hub” – the bank’s 24/7 digital bank hubs in strategic locations, which will allow them to withdraw and deposit cash, and pay bills via RBank Digital (online banking).

    RBank’s Cash Management Services remain in the service of its corporate clients.  The Bank’s corporate online banking platform, e2Banking, continues to service corporate and SME customers enabling clients to have online access to their balances and transaction history. They can remotely facilitate their fund transfer requests not only to Robinsons Bank accounts but to other accounts with any local bank.

    In support of the “Bayanihan To Heal as One Act,” RBank has expanded coverage of the grace period for all corporate loans, consumer loans, and credit card payments with due dates from March 16 to May 15, 2020.  The loan grace period has nationwide coverage and provides various concessions to ease clients with the burden brought about by the crisis, such as waived penalties and fees on returned checks and the suspension of auto-debit and PDC payments during the ECQ period. 

    Moreover, the Bank has continued to lower its transaction fees from Php 25.00 to now only one-peso, providing customers with a “Piso-fee promo” for online fund transfers of PesoNet and InstaPay.

    RBank is also enhancing RBank Digital, its online banking platform to provide users with a mobile banking experience that’s like no other.

    “While we urge the country to limit face-to-face interactions to mitigate the spread of the virus, RBank has made it easier for you to enjoy your banking experience in the safety of your homes.  More than ever, we strive to enhance your personal online banking experience with our RBank Digital, our online banking platform to offer you accessible and convenient banking that’s just at your fingertips.” Robinsons Bank’s statement reads

    Expanding digital efforts to cater to your needs

    Last April 23, RBank has introduced RBank Sign Up – the mobile app that allows you to open a new bank account online.  The new app proves that banking is all about ease and convenience. It only requires one government ID, and it uses facial recognition and real time ID detection for a fast, easy, and secure experience.

    With RBank Sign Up, clients can apply for an RBank account wherever and whenever – free of charge! Bank details can be received within minutes of signing up, and yes— there’s no need to go to the branch.

    Clients can also expect that there’s more to come with the new feature in RBank Digital. They’ll be able to view their credit card transactions in real-time, transfer funds using a QR code making it the “QuickR way” to send money, and make payments to participating online stores.

     “We will navigate through these uncertain times and find new ways to deepen our relationship with you by providing services that will help strengthen your financial position in the coming months.  In all our endeavors, we are determined to put you, our valued customer, at the heart of our service.” Robinsons Bank assures that even with the new norm that the COVID-19 situation created, it will remain committed to providing unwavering service.

    Robinsons Bank is the financial services arm of the JG Summit Group of Companies, one of the largest conglomerates in the Philippines. It currently ranks 18th among universal and commercial banks in the country in terms of assets amounting to Php 110.555 Bn as of September 2019.

    For inquiries and concerns, you may reach Robinsons Bank through its Customer Care Center at (02) 8637-CARE (2273) or domestic toll-free 1-800-10-637-CARE (2273); or visit its website at www.robinsonsbank.com.ph. Like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/robinsonsbank/ and follow them on Twitter @RBankCorp for the latest promo.

    REFERENCE:

    Catherine Llanes

    Media Relations Manager

    T. +63 2-332-10-31 loc. 103

    M.+63 919 005 2173

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  • Samsung QLED TVs Receive Safety Verification from Leading Safety Certification Institutes

    Samsung QLED TVs Receive Safety Verification from Leading Safety Certification Institutes

    SEOUL, Korea – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced recently its QLED 8K and 4K TVs have received “no photobiological LED hazard” verifications from Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a leading safety science company in the U.S., and “eye safety” certification from Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (VDE) in Germany. Samsung becomes the first in the TV industry to receive verifications proving that various types of lights emitted by its QLED TVs pose no photobiological LED hazard, based on classifications under the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission)’s standards for photobiological safety and eye. 

    Both safety certification institutions, UL and VDE, tested the 65Q900T 8K model and 65Q90T 4K models – both of which emit the brightest light among Samsung’s 2020 QLED TV lineup – for their blue light, ultraviolet rays and infrared rays.

    “While Samsung QLED TVs emit high luminance and brightness, our TVs are designed to protect the eyesight without losing the truly immersive viewing experience,” said Yong Hoon Choi, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “We are pleased to be recognized by UL and VDE for these efforts and will continue to make the safety of our customers a top priority as we develop our products.”

    For more information on Samsung’s QLED 8K and 4K TV lineup, please visit www.samsung.com

    About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

    Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at http://news.samsung.com.

    For questions or clarifications, you may reach out to:

    Marlene Cinco   

    Samsung Philippines

    +632 214 7777 / m.cinco@samsung.com

    Alex Pastor

    Stratworks, Inc.

    +63 920 968 0241 / alex.pastor@stratworks.ph

    REFERENCE:

    JEAN RICELLE A. AQUINO

    Sr. Media Relations Officer

    StratWorks, Inc.

    0927 027 8975

  • Six Considerations for Business Continuity in the Age of Telecommuting

    Six Considerations for Business Continuity in the Age of Telecommuting

    Across industries, organizations are now relying on telecommuting more than ever. While it has its short-term benefits, business leaders must also leverage the technology in a way that will lead to new opportunities and advancements down the line. In the world of cybersecurity, telecommuting is not considered to be a catalyst for revolutionary change in how organizations architect the security of their networks. Instead, it is seen as a catalyst for evolutionary change that could lead organizations and security leaders to an advanced position. In other words, the security decisions intended to support telecommuting could also help to build resiliency to defend against future cyberattacks.

    Leveraging Available Technology to Enable Telecommuting
    Below are six considerations for business leaders as they work to execute workforce-enabling goals, allowing their organizations to flourish securely when outside of traditional headquarters while avoiding substantial capital costs for new buildings.

    Enable Snoop-Resistant Connectivity

    Teleworkers can connect to their organizations remotely with virtual private network (VPN) software. This software, which is likely already included on the employee’s endpoint computer, will enable snoop-resistant connectivity to remote company applications and data, ensuring maximum protection of assets.

    Employ Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

    Considering the lack of security controls in place when employees are working remotely, multi-factor authentication (MFA) is critical to protecting data. MFA could come in the form of combining something the remote user possesses – like a “token” on a cell phone – with something this person knows – like a password. This strategy will provide an extra level of security that ensures the user is the authorized employee he or she claims to be.

    Leverage Wireless Access Points and Firewalls

    Business leaders looking to enhance their telecommuting strategies further should consider leveraging easy-to-deploy wireless access points and firewalls to remote worksites. Pre-configured before they are shipped, these solutions can be automatically set up on-site via zero-touch deployment functionality, ensuring business continuity and support for those remote workers who need additional performance and functionality.

    Increase Agility of Communication Paths

    Centralized offices typically feature always-on, dedicated communication links at their headquarters to accommodate the large number of users seated there. With SD-WAN, companies can agilely and securely choose the best communication path for their users at any given time. This strategy supports the changing communications patterns of remote workers, especially as telecommuting becomes more commonplace.

    Get the Most Out of the Cloud

    Teams that no longer have access to their headquarters’ desktop computers can deploy software applications in the cloud that look and perform like those on their computers in the office. The addition of cybersecurity solutions, such as the ability to support secure SSL connections from any browser to the cloud, enable users to securely access these applications and related data stored in the cloud without increasing complexity for the users or the security operations team.

    Focus on Self-Improvement

    One benefit of telecommuting is the extra time that comes from not having to drive into the office every day. Business leaders and their employees should take the time to learn something new or simply refresh their knowledge – one example is taking an online cybersecurity training course to get ahead of the game. By taking the time typically spent commuting to expand their knowledge, individuals can build skills that could be extremely useful down the line.

    Final Thoughts

    By focusing on the six considerations noted above, organizations can achieve a more effective and secure remote workforce model. These evolutionary steps toward the future combine core networks with the agility of the cloud and other connectivity solutions to extend the network’s edge beyond the traditional office environment. When combined with appropriate cybersecurity strategies across the edge, core network, and cloud, organizations can ensure business continuity from remote locations while laying the foundation for people and architectures of the future.

    About Fortinet

    Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) secures the largest enterprise, service provider, and government organizations around the world. Fortinet empowers its customers with intelligent, seamless protection across the expanding attack surface and the power to take on ever-increasing performance requirements of the borderless network – today and into the future. Only the Fortinet Security Fabric architecture can deliver security without compromise to address the most critical security challenges, whether in networked, application, cloud or mobile environments. Fortinet ranks #1 in the most security appliances shipped worldwide and more than 400,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses. Learn more at http://www.fortinet.com, the Fortinet Blog, or FortiGuard Labs.

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    Other trademarks belong to their respective owners. Fortinet has not independently verified statements or certifications herein attributed to third parties and Fortinet does not independently endorse such statements. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, nothing herein constitutes a warranty, guarantee, contract, binding specification or other binding commitment by Fortinet or any indication of intent related to a binding commitment, and performance and other specification information herein may be unique to certain environments. This news release may contain forward-looking statements that involve uncertainties and assumptions, such as statements regarding technology releases among others. Changes of circumstances, product release delays, or other risks as stated in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, located at www.sec.gov, may cause results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in this press release. If the uncertainties materialize or the assumptions prove incorrect, results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and assumptions. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements. Fortinet assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, and expressly disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

    REFERENCE:

    Alvin A. Marayan

    External & Media Relations

    PRC, Inc.

    Unit 206 State Condominium IV, Ortigas Ave., Greenhills, San Juan M.M.

    CP # 0998-9613729 Telefax# 02-7250237 * 02-4708535

    Email: alvin.marayan@teamprcinc.com.ph

  • How Epson Inkjet’s Heat-Free Technology can help Businesses and the Environment

    How Epson Inkjet’s Heat-Free Technology can help Businesses and the Environment

    Printing is possibly one of society’s most important technological breakthroughs. The printing press, one of the earliest printing devices developed in China and later in Europe in the 1500s, revolutionized society as it allowed the mass production of books, pamphlets, and newspapers.[1] Since then, printers have become smaller and more functional, especially with the rise of new technologies enabling printers to do more than just printing.

    Today’s printing devices have come a long way from dot-matrix printers, which use a printhead with metal needles to strike against an ink ribbon to print words onto paper. The introduction of tiny guns firing dots of ink directly on paper made modern-day printing more precise and able to translate more complex images on screen to print.

    Major printing technology shift

    Among the standard printers nowadays are the inkjets, commonly used at home because of their lower print volume yet cost-efficient features. There are also laser printers, which use powder mixtures in toner cartridges. Traditionally, enterprises that require speed and higher print volumes utilize these printers.

    With the advancements in technology, inkjet printers now have the speed and quality comparable to laser printers with the low-cost feature that inkjets are known for. Additionally, more and more enterprises are embracing inkjet printing for its lower environmental impact. In Southeast Asia alone, the ratio of inkjets sold compared to the total printer market increased from 79 to 82 percent from 2014 to 2018, according to an IDC report.[2]

    Shaping the future with Heat-Free Technology

    While laser and inkjet printers may look the same on the outside, it is what is on the inside that makes the difference. Laser printing typically employs a complex electrophotographic process from sending to receiving the print job. Inside a laser printer are several parts which require pre-reheating and fusing to melt the toner onto the paper. This process is the reason why printouts tend to be warm after the machine releases the paper out.

    Inkjet printing, in contrast, involves only three stages: receiving the print job, ink ejection, and release of the printout. Heat, however, is still used as the ink undergoes thermal ejection. This process applies an electrical current to warm the ink and fire it through the printhead.

    On the other hand, most of Epson inkjet printers, such as the Epson WorkForce Enterprise models, stand out from the rest with its next-generation PrecisionCore printhead technology. It is an advanced form of its proprietary Micro Piezo technology, which is considered as the backbone of every Epson inkjet printing system.

    Micro Piezo printheads eject droplets of ink via mechanical pressure without requiring any heat, which separates Epson’s technology from all the other thermal inkjet systems. The mechanical pressure is created when piezoelectric elements in the printheads contract in response to an applied voltage. This Heat-Free Technology also serves as a common platform for all Epson inkjet printers, whether for the home or office.

    Epson’s Heat-Free Technology can benefit enterprises and the environment in four ways:

    Save time with its consistent high-speed printing. Requiring no heat to warm up when switched on or awoken from sleep, Epson Inkjet printers with Heat-Free Technology print immediately compared to laser printers, which need to pre-heat the fuser to print. There are also no delays caused by accumulated heat in the printhead, and consistent high-speed printing is ensured, even for documents with high-printing density.

    For instance, when using the Epson WorkForce Enterprise C20590, it only takes 6.2 seconds for users to collect the first page.[3] This is due to Epson WorkForce Enterprise’s simple yet superior technology over laser printers.

    WorkForce Enterprise C20590 also yields high-quality printouts at optimized printing speeds of up to 100ppm[4] in both simplex and duplex, due to its efficient “switchback” duplex paper path design. It also uses an electrostatic belt that ensures the paper is completely flat, ensuring smooth gradients and consistently sharp images.

    Less power consumption saves energy and money. Epson inkjet printers have no fuser unit to heat, which results in significantly less energy consumption. The operating time and electricity consumption can also be optimized because unlike other printers, there are no delays caused by accumulated heat in the printhead.

    These inkjet printers also need 85 percent less power to operate[5], which translates to lower energy costs, since printers account for about 10 percent of the energy consumption [6]of a typical office. What’s more, Epson inkjet printers also generate around 85 percent less carbon dioxide.[7], compared to laser printers.

    Fewer replacement parts, lower environmental impact. Laser printers typically have more consumables and require periodic replacement of the drum, transfer belt and fuser. On the other hand, Epson inkjet printers use fewer parts that need replacing. The printheads are also not a consumable, thus, reducing the environmental burden of manufacturing and recycling additional resources.

    Less intervention increases productivity. The Heat-Free structure of Epson inkjet printers means there are fewer parts that can fail, which reduces the amount of interventions required. Additionally, there is no heat damage to the printheads to guarantee that they last longer. Therefore, Epson inkjet printers offer improved reliability, significantly reduced downtime, and lower costs even in the long run.

    With these benefits, enterprises can rely on Epson inkjet printers to satisfy their printing needs. With game-changing technologies like the Epson Heat-Free Technology, inkjet printers become even more efficient in boosting business operations, cutting costs, and mitigating environmental impacts.

    REFERENCE:

    Alvin A. Marayan

    External & Media Relations

    PRC, Inc.

    Unit 206 State Condominium IV, Ortigas Ave., Greenhills, San Juan M.M.

    CP # 0998-9613729 Telefax# 02-7250237 * 02-4708535

    Email: alvin.marayan@teamprcinc.com.ph

  • Shopee celebrates Mother’s Day with the official launch of Shopee Mom’s Club

    Shopee celebrates Mother’s Day with the official launch of Shopee Mom’s Club

    Shopee Mom’s Club members will get access to wide community support and exclusive benefits from top brands.

    Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches Shopee Mom’s Club, an exclusive one-stop-shop membership group dedicated to helping Filipino mothers and mothers-to-be in their parenting journeys. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, Shopee gives thanks to all Filipino mothers with exclusive deals and discounts.

    What are the perks of being a part of the Shopee Mom’s Club?

    Free Sign-up: To become a Shopee Mom, all mothers have to do is fill up the online application form and they will receive amazing offers such as:

    • A PHP100 welcome voucher
    • Exclusive brand discounts of up to 35%

    Free vouchers: Registered members of Shopee Mom’s Club will enjoy free shipping vouchers monthly and exclusive brand vouchers up to 35% off for everyday essentials, including toys, diapers, and milk formulas. Members can also get early access to upcoming promotions from established brands like Lactum, Johnson & Johnson, Uni-Care, and Huggies.

    Best prices and exclusive deals on essentials at Shopee Mom’s Club sale: All Filipino mothers can take advantage of the Shopee Mom’s Club sale to get all their essentials. From May 6 – 10, members can enjoy discounts up to 80% off, an extra Free Shipping voucher, and a brand discount voucher at the Shopee Mom’s Club sale.

    A chance to be part of a community that focuses on nurturing each other: Shopee Mom’s Club serves as an online community where mothers can get practical information on baby care basics to toddler no-no’s. They can also connect and learn from other moms via Shopee Moms Viber Community by sharing their experiences in their parenting journeys.

    Ruoshan Tao, Head of Marketing, Shopee Philippines said: “Being a mother is not easy, especially during this period, where they have to strike a delicate balance between work and family. We want to show our gratitude to all Filipino mothers for their hard work and dedication with the official launch of Shopee Mom’s Club just in time for Mother’s Day. This initiative serves as a comprehensive support system to meet the key needs of mothers as well as build a community for mothers to connect and support each other.”

    With Shopee Mom’s Club serving as a one-stop-shop for exclusive deals — getting the best price for mommy essentials has never been this easy and fun. Mothers can look out for exciting deals and promotions at the Shopee Mom’s Club sale.

    Mothers who want to sign up for this exclusive club and be part of this amazing journey can do so at https://shopee.ph/m/mom-club.

    Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

    About Shopee

    Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. It is a platform tailored for the region, providing customers with an easy, secure and fast online shopping experience through strong payment and logistical support. Shopee aims to continually enhance its platform and become the region’s e-commerce destination of choice.

    Shopee has a wide selection of product categories ranging from consumer electronics to home & living, health & beauty, baby & toys, fashion and fitness equipment. Shopee, a Sea company, was first launched in Singapore in 2015, and has since expanded its reach to Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines. Sea is a leader in digital entertainment, e-commerce and digital financial services across Southeast Asia. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology, and is listed on the NYSE under the symbol SE.

    REFERENCE:

    Catherine Llanes

    Media Relations Manager

    T. +63 2-332-10-31 loc. 103

    M.+63 919 005 2173

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