Author: WILMAR NICOLAS DULDULAO

  • LOOK: Mega Crowd at HONOR X9a 5G’sFirst Day Sale

    LOOK: Mega Crowd at HONOR X9a 5G’s
    First Day Sale

    Manila, Philippines, February 4, 2023 – All eyes on HONOR X9a 5G as it officially hit stores starting February 4, 2023 for only Php 16,990 – available at all HONOR kiosks and partner stores nationwide and online at Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop.

    “The fans waited for it and we are very proud to finally bring the HONOR X9a 5G to them. For the past few weeks, we have received an enormous amount of support and due to the high demand, we instantly stocked up the stocks in preparation of our first day sale. That said, we want to also extend our sincerest gratitude to all the shoppers who patiently lined up just to get their own HONOR X9a 5G,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines VP for Marketing.

    After creating a mega buzz since the start of the year, fans were delighted as HONOR put up an Exhibit at SM Megamall and SM North EDSA where shoppers flocked to experience the HONOR X9a 5G first hand. Once again, HONOR X9a 5G’s premium OLED curved screen was put to the test as the crowd was invited to a smash challenge.

    Experience the ultra tough HONOR X9a 5G in Emerald Green or Titanium Silver starting February 4 via all HONOR kiosks and partner online stores –  Lazada (http://bit.ly/3XHFPIC), Shopee (http://bit.ly/3XzEfrS), Tiktok Shop (http://bit.ly/3kfHhTS).

    HONOR fans can also get the HONOR X9a 5G via Home Credit for as low as Php 661 per month without insurance, Php 765 with insurance, and on a 0% interest installment payment.

    Great news for HONOR fans who want to experience the wide array of HONOR products, the leading smart device provider is holding a week-long exhibit in SM Megamall and SM North EDSA until February 8, 2023.

    The much-awaited HONOR X9a 5G is now officially available in-store and online. For its first day sale, fans crazed over HONOR’s exhibit at SM Megamall and SM North EDSA with thousands of shoppers lined up for the viral phone.

    For more information and announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorphilippines/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines).

    About HONOR

    HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enable people to become a better version of themselves.

    Reference & Media Contacts:

    Pao Oga

    PR Manager

    paoo_honor@prl.ph

    09190016898

    Denis Santos

    Sr. PR Officer

    deniss_honor@prl.ph 09171745327

  • HONOR 70 5G now available via Globe Postpaid Plans with Zero Cash Out

    HONOR 70 5G now available via Globe Postpaid Plans with Zero Cash Out

    HONOR fans are in for a treat as HONOR 70 5G is now available via Globe Postpaid Plans with Zero Cash Out when you avail Globe Plan 1999.

    MANILA, PhilippinesLeading global smart devices provider, HONOR, has announced the availability of the #BestVloggingPhone HONOR 70 5G via Globe Postpaid Plans starting January 16, 2023.

    “Our goal at HONOR is to make quality phones accessible to more people. And we’re happy to share with our HONOR fans that you can now get HONOR 70 5G with Zero Cash Out when you avail Globe Postpaid Plan 1999,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President for Marketing, Stephen Cheng.

    HONOR 70 5G Specs

    Delivering a best-in-class photography experience, the HONOR 70 5G comes with an outstanding Dual Main Camera featuring industry-leading 54MP IMX800 Super Sensing lens bringing users incredible enhancements in smartphone photography. It also has the revolutionary Solo Cut Mode for vlogging, giving a ground-breaking solution that enables users to produce portrait vlogs that spotlight a specific person in a group video using Person Autofocus Tracking Technology.

    This #BestVloggingPhone is equipped with a 4800mAh large-capacity battery supported by high performance 66W HONOR SuperCharge power brick. The stunning curved screen of HONOR 70 5G supports 1.07 billion colors, 100% DCI-P3 and HDR 10+, bringing users vivid colors in sharp and crisp detail.

    HONOR 70 5G is available in Midnight Black and Crystal Silver with Zero Cash Out when you renew or apply for GPlan 1999 that comes with Unli All-Net Calls & Text, Landline Calls, and 15GB Data. Hurry and visit any Globe Store near you or check out Globe’s website and HONOR’s social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorphilippines/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines) for more updates and information.

    Reference & Media Contacts:

    Joepy Libo-on
    Brand Marketing Manager
    joepyl_honor@prl.ph
    09178614216

    Pao Oga
    PR Manager
    paoo_honor@prl.ph
    09190016898

    Denis Santos
    Sr. PR Officer
    deniss_honor@prl.ph
    0917174532

  • HONOR X9a 5G with ultra tough Premium OLED Curved Screen to arrive on January 19

    HONOR X9a 5G with ultra tough Premium OLED Curved Screen to arrive on January 19

    HONOR Philippines has officially revealed the launch of HONOR X9a 5G, its first phone in 2023 that will change the concept of premium. Sporting a premium curved OLED screen, the HONOR X9a 5G will be the first in its price point.

    MANILA, Philippines – January 9, 2023Leading global smart devices provider, HONOR, dropped the official teaser of its first launch of the year. HONOR X9a 5G is the latest addition to the HONOR X Series delivering best-in-class visuals and performance with a Premium OLED Curved Screen, high-capacity durable battery, and the Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 695 5G Mobile Platform, all engineered to fit in a pocket-sized body.

    HONOR X9a 5G in Emerald Green

    “We are very excited to introduce HONOR X9a 5G in the market. It’s something that HONOR fans should definitely look forward to as it will really change the definition of premium,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President for Marketing, Stephen Cheng. “HONOR is very confident to bring you a highly durable phone with an OLED curved screen and long-lasting battery life without breaking the bank.”

    Packing a long-lasting battery into a compact body, the HONOR X9a 5G is the thinnest and lightest smartphone to allow up to 2-day use for a truly uninterrupted user experience, and with just 30 minutes of charging, the HONOR X9a 5G can deliver up to 12.5 hours of video streaming, sparing users from having to worry about their battery.

    HONOR X9a 5G in Titanium Silver

    HONOR X9a 5G will sport a 64MP Super Triple Camera, inheriting the same iconic circular camera layout as HONOR’s flagship Magic Series line-up that features a symmetrical Matrix Star Ring camera design at the back, making premium smartphone design more accessible.

    Supporting its sleek curved design, HONOR X9a 5G is capable of displaying more colors with 10-bit or 1.07 billion colors achieving realistic photos and videos, and compared to other smartphones in the same price range. HONOR X9a 5G will be officially launched on January 19, 2023 and will come in stunning Emerald Green and Titanium Silver colors. Catch our launch live on HONOR Philippines’ Facebook Page (https://bit.ly/HONORX9a5GLaunchEvent) at 7PM and get a chance to win your very own HONOR X9a 5G!

    Reference & Media Contacts:
    Joepy Libo-on
    Brand Marketing Manager
    joepyl_honor@prl.ph
    09178614216

    Pao Oga
    PR Manager
    paoo_honor@prl.ph
    09190016898

    Denis Santos
    Sr. PR Officer
    deniss_honor@prl.ph
    09171745327

  • Virtual try-on arrives in fashion stores

    Virtual try-on arrives in fashion stores

    Digital display experience platform, Raydiant, partners with Zyler to offer virtual try-on to fashion retailers in-store.

    January 5, 2023 London, UK Digital display experience platform, Raydiant, is now offering an exciting new virtual try-on solution to their fashion retail customers. Virtual try-on is brought to stores by Zyler, fashion technology that allows customers to see themselves in any outfit without having to physically try them on. This means that retail spaces can be transformed, maximizing space and making use of the latest innovations in fashion. When customers see themselves in items before purchase, they are more excited about the products, their confidence is boosted, and the brand becomes more inclusive. Customers shop and buy more, and are less likely to return the products they purchase.

    Retailers who wish to introduce the technology to their customer experience can sign up directly from the Raydiant marketplace.

    Zyler In a Store

    Raydiant is excited to offer this new virtual try-on offering in combination with their digital signage solutions. The introduction of this type of technology will boost footfall, encourage customer engagement, and allow their clients to promote in style.

    CEO of Zyler, Alexander Berend, comments: “We have partnered with Raydiant to help brands take control of their in-location experience. We have seen a massive impact with stylists helping their customers find perfect items with our virtual try-on solution, and now it’s easier than ever to get set up in-store”.

    Zyler virtual try-on

    Notes to editors:

    Zyler is a virtual try-on solution for fashion brands and retailers that allows their customers to try on clothing in just a few simple steps. Zyler was created by Anthropics Technology Limited, a tech company based in London,UK. You can find out more about Zyler virtual try-on and also try a demo at www.zyler.com.

    Raydiant is a platform that helps businesses keep customers and employees engaged through digital touchpoints: https://www.raydiant.com/.

    Reference:

    For all inquiries, please contact us at: press@zyler.com

  • New Year, New HONOR Phone?

    New Year, New HONOR Phone?

    As part of HONOR Philippines’ pledge to a more aggressive 2023, the leading global smart devices provider is welcoming the year with a brand new phone! What is it? You’ve got to stay tuned!

    MANILA, Philippines – January 5, 2023After an impressive finish in 2022, HONOR Philippines is starting the year strong. With a new phone coming up, the major smart devices market player stayed true to its promise that they will only GO BEYOND this 2023.

    “We are launching our first phone of the year this January and this will be revolutionary. We are introducing a first ever feature in the industry,” teased HONOR Philippines Vice President for Marketing, Stephen Cheng. “Just like what we promised to our HONOR fans, we have a spectacular lineup for the year and this is just the start, a very strong start.”

    The new HONOR phone hitting the market caters to the never-ending concern of consumers – durability. Built to last a lifetime, the new device is perfect for cautious trend observers who value quality, those who are curious about technology, and conduct their own research before making a purchase.

    Not compromising the design, this handset will surely exceed expectations. This will be a bang for your buck with its stunning premium curved OLED inherited from the flagship series.

    The new phone will be officially launched on January 19, 2023. For more information and announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorphilippines/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines).

    In the meantime, you can checkout HONOR’s wide array of mobile phones, tablets, and smartwatches at any HONOR kiosks and partner stores nationwide or online at Shopee (https://bit.ly/HONORPHShopee), Lazada (https://bit.ly/HONORPHLaz) and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/HONORTikTokShop).

    Reference & Media Contacts:

    Joepy Libo-on
    Brand Marketing Manager
    joepyl_honor@prl.ph
    09178614216

    Pao Oga
    PR Manager
    paoo_honor@prl.ph
    09190016898

    Denis Santos
    Sr. PR Officer
    deniss_honor@prl.ph
    0917174532

  • HONOR Philippines is ready to dominate 2023

    HONOR Philippines is ready to dominate 2023

    2022 has been the biggest breakthrough for HONOR Philippines – from relaunching the brand to unveiling its first set of devices in the market. Since the comeback in September, HONOR has introduced a tablet. 2 smartwatches, and 6 mobile phones.

    MANILA, Philippines – December 28, 2022 – Dubbed as a magical comeback, HONOR officially set foot in the Philippine market again in August 2022 and has been unstoppable since then, launching a tablet, two smartwatches, and six mobile phones in just a span of four months.

    To excite HONOR fans, the leading global smart devices provider teased that 2023 will be a very busy year for them – more launches, events, and exciting treats for consumers.

    “2022 is just the beginning for HONOR Philippines and we are taking the brand to even greater heights come 2023. We have a very solid lineup for the whole year and you definitely don’t want to miss what we will be bringing from the HONOR ecosystem.” said HONOR Philippines Vice President for Marketing, Stephen Cheng. “The expansion of our markets and channel partners is in the works already, and we will stay committed to focusing on creating innovations for everyone. For us, there’s really no way to go but up.”

    Since the relaunch, HONOR has opened and established more than 600 stores composed of kiosks and multi-brand stores. In fact, HONOR is now present at 17 dealers: Abenson, Cellboy, EC Panda, MemoXpress, Octagon, Present, Rules, Silicon Valley, Globe, Lazada, Shopee, and Kimstore.
    HONOR indicated an increase of 366% in its manpower since its launch to augment the workforce for the company. Now, in three months’ time, HONOR currently has at least 1,000 employees including promoters to cater to newly opened stores in the country.

    HONOR recently hinted the launch of its highly-anticipated foldable flagship HONOR Magic Vs, and while fans patiently wait for it, here’s a rundown of what HONOR has launched so far.

    HONOR 70 5G

    HONOR 70 5G carries the industry’s first 54MP IMX800 Super Sensing Main Camera, bringing users incredible enhancements in smartphone photography. It also takes pride in the revolutionary Solo Cut Mode, an innovation enabling users to simultaneously produce a group video and a portrait vlog that spotlights a specific person.

    HONOR X Series

    HONOR X6, X7, X8, and X9 boast SuperCharge feature for all-day connectivity and productivity. The series also offers big screens providing better display, most especially the HONOR X9 which has 90hz refresh rate and 94% screen-to-body ratio. The X series brings promising camera features for mobile photography and videography. HONOR X6 and X7 have a 50 and 48MP main camera respectively while both HONOR X8 and HONOR X9 have 64MP. All are packed with wide and macro lenses and bokeh effect.

    Available in Midnight Black and Titanium Silver, the HONOR X6 is priced at Php 7,490 while HONOR X7 and X8 is at Php 9,990 and Php 12,990 respectively. The HONOR X9 debuted at Php 14,990 in Midnight Black and Ocean Blue colors.

    HONOR Magic4 Pro

    The Power of Magic. HONOR Magic4 Pro introduces one of the most powerful and versatile camera systems on an HONOR smartphone to date: 50MP Wide Camera with customized 7P Lens, 50MP Ultra-Wide Camera, 64MP Periscope Telephoto Camera, a Flicker Sensor, and an additional brand-new custom-made image processor.

    Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 5G Mobile Platform, the HONOR Magic4 Pro delivers blazing fast performance and incredible battery efficiency across all typical usage scenarios. The 6.81-inch next-generation LTPO Display delivers fluid, vibrant visuals with support for adaptive refresh rate to help users conserve battery.

    Available in Black and Cyan, the HONOR Magic4 Pro is priced at Php 52,990.

    HONOR Pad 8

    As the first HONOR tablet in the Philippines, the HONOR Pad 8 delivers an exceptional entertainment experience with all-round smart features and a sleek and premium design. Boasting an impressive 12-inch 2K HONOR FullView Display. The HONOR Pad 8 pushes industry benchmarks to deliver an immersive visual and audio experience.

    The tablet packs an extra-large 7250 mAh battery for all-day connectivity that supports up to 14 hours of offline local video playback, or 10 hours of learning online. HONOR Pad 8 is available in Dawnlight Blue for PHP 17,990 with a FREE Smart Keyboard worth PHP 5,990.

    HONOR Band 6 and HONOR Watch GS3

    HONOR also has two affordable yet high-profile smartband and smartwatch: the HONOR Band 6 and HONOR GS3.

    HONOR Band 6 has long-lasting capabilities lasting 2 weeks compared to other available smartwatches in the market. The top-of-the-line smartwatch HONOR GS3 has higher consumer expectations with its music playback, alarm clock, flashlight.

    You can buy HONOR products and catch amazing deals at any HONOR kiosks and partner stores nationwide or online at Shopee (https://bit.ly/HONORPHShopee), Lazada (https://bit.ly/HONORPHLaz) and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/HONORTikTokShop).

    Reference & Media Contacts:
    Joepy Libo-on
    Brand Marketing Manager
    joepyl_honor@prl.ph
    09178614216

    Pao Oga
    PR Manager
    paoo_honor@prl.ph
    09190016898

    Denis Santos
    Sr. PR Officer
    deniss_honor@prl.ph
    0917174532

  • SBA Recognized as One of BSP’s Outstanding Stakeholders in 2022

    SBA Recognized as One of BSP’s Outstanding Stakeholders in 2022

    Sterling Bank of Asia (SBA), one of the country’s leading thrift banks, was recognized by the Banko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) during the “2022 Outstanding BSP Stakeholders Appreciation Ceremonies” held last November 29 at the BSP Assembly Hall.

    BSP Governor Felipe M. Medalla, in his message, recognized both the public and private sectors for their contribution to the implementation of appropriate, responsive, and well-calibrated policy actions.

    SBA is the only savings bank among the nine award recipients from BSP’s head office for its outstanding participation in BSP’s Cash Service Alliance (CSA).

    “We are honored to be recognized by the BSP for our strong commitment to the development and protection of the financial services industry,” said Cecilio Paul San Pedro, President and CEO of Sterling Bank of Asia. “This award is an affirmation of hard work and dedication in improving the financial well-being of our clients and every Filipino” San Pedro added.

    For more information, visit https://www.sterlingbankasia.com/.

    REFERENCE:

    Lariza Garcia

  • HONOR 70 5G now available in Emerald Green color, still at PHP 26,990

    HONOR 70 5G now available in Emerald Green color, still at PHP 26,990

    Get the #BestVloggingPhone HONOR 70 5G in new Emerald Green color and snag a FREE HONOR Band 6 worth PHP 1,990 when you buy at HONOR kiosks and partner stores nationwide or online at Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

    MANILA, Philippines – December 13, 2022Following the successful launch of #BestVloggingPhone HONOR 70 5G, the leading global smart devices provider announces the launch of its new Emerald Green color still priced at PHP 26,990, available starting December 13, 2022 at HONOR kiosks and partner stores nationwide or online at Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

    First introduced in Crystal Silver and Midnight Black, HONOR 70 5G boasts a super dual-curved screen with warm, smooth lines and natural arcs that let it fit your hand perfectly while looking great.

    HONOR 70 5G has the industry’s first 54MP IMX800 Super Sensing Main Camera, bringing users incredible enhancements in smartphone photography. It sports HONOR’s revolutionary Solo Cut Mode, an innovation enabling users to simultaneously produce a group video and a portrait vlog that spotlights a specific person.

    The HONOR 70 5G Emerald Green is equipped with a 4800mAh large-capacity battery supported by high performance 66W HONOR SuperCharge allowing you to charge up to 60% in just 20 minutes. It can also maintain low power consumption while powering up high-rate games with its GPU Turbo X technology.

    And for a limited time offer, buy your very own HONOR 70 5G Emerald Green starting on December 13 for PHP 26,990 and get a FREE HONOR Band 6 worth PHP 1,990 at any HONOR kiosk or partner stores near you and online at Shopee (https://bit.ly/H70GreenShopee), Lazada (https://bit.ly/H70GreenLazada), and TikTok (https://bit.ly/H70GreenTT).

    Reference & Media Contacts

    Pao Oga
    PR Manager
    paoo_honor@prl.ph
    09190016898

    Denis Santos
    Sr. PR Officer
    deniss_honor@prl.ph
    0917174532