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  • You can now pay your SSS and Pag-IBIG fees with ShopeePay

    You can now pay your SSS and Pag-IBIG fees with ShopeePay

    With ShopeePay, enjoy up to 25% cashback when you pay government billers.

    MANILA, APRIL 20, 2022 – Many of us need to pay fees to government agencies for employment, travel, and business requirements. At times, we spend almost half a day or more finishing our transactions—from physically going to the offices, banks or payment centers to filling out forms and lining up. The good news is that ShopeePay, Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet, has made paying government bills more convenient and rewarding .

    If you’re a member of SSS and Pag-IBIG, chances are you contribute and pay dues to these agencies on a regular basis. With ShopeePay, you can now conveniently pay your government bills, including SSS and Pag-IBIG, from the comfort of your homes and avoid the long lines at government offices or payment centers. On top of the convenience and security that digital payments provide, you also get up to 25% cashback when you pay government billers with ShopeePay. With this cashback offer, you can reduce the cost associated with your bills and add the amount to your savings.

    Aside from SSS and Pag-IBIG, you can also use ShopeePay to pay your dues to other major government agencies such as the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), Maritime Industry Authority (Marina), and Manila Local Government Unit.

    • SSS – Membership Contributions
    • Pag-IBIG – Membership Savings, Housing Loan, and MP2
    • NBI – Clearance
    • TIEZA – Travel Tax
    • Marina –  Seaman’s Book, Seaman Certificate
    • Manila LGU – eCedula, eBirth, eHealth, Real Property Tax, Business Permit

    In just a few taps, you can easily pay your government bills and receive instant cashback. Simply open your Shopee app, tap on “Load, Bills & Travel,” select the government agency, and key in your account number or reference number and the amount. Click here for more details on how to pay bills via ShopeePay.

    To learn more about ShopeePay, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay. Download Shopee for free through the App Store or Google Play.

    REFERENCE:

    Hannah Tejuco
    Shopee | Marketing | Public Relations

    Mobile +63 917 808 4894

    Viber +63 917 705 4447

    Address 15F Asian Century Center (ACC) Building, 27th St. Corner 3rd Ave. BGC, Taguig 1634

  • Upgrade your gadgets at Shopee’s Tech Showroom and win up to ₱135,000 worth of vouchers from realme, Philips, GameXtreme, and more!

    Upgrade your gadgets at Shopee’s Tech Showroom and win up to ₱135,000 worth of vouchers from realme, Philips, GameXtreme, and more!

    Don’t miss out on exciting rewards and huge discounts when you shop from your favorite tech brands at Shopee’s Tech Showroom sale this April 20-23, 2022!

    MANILA, APRIL 18, 2022 – Upgrading your home with the latest appliances and gadgets can come with a hefty price tag. Luckily, Shopee is giving Pinoy techies a treat with its first Tech Showroom sale from April 20-23, where huge discounts from a wide assortment of electronics brands await. Even bigger rewards are in store for shoppers, with exciting vouchers to be given away by bestselling brands such as realme, Philips, GameXtreme, DJI, Deerma, and many more!

    Win up to ₱135,000 worth of brand vouchers

    Shopee’s Tech Showroom shoppers will stand a chance to win vouchers from well-loved tech brands realme, Philips Official Store, GameXtreme, DJI, Deerma, Mcdodo Philippines, Dreame, Globe, Tecno Mobile, PerySmith, MSI, and VEGER.

    From April 20-23, 2022, users who purchase electronics products using any of the Tech Showroom vouchers will get one raffle entry. These vouchers are available on the Tech Showroom microsite on Shopee and can be claimed daily. Make sure to apply your claimed voucher when you complete your purchase. Only those who have utilized the vouchers, and successfully paid and received their orders on or before May 5, 2022 will be eligible for the giveaway.

    Twelve lucky winners will be randomly selected and will be notified of their prize on May 6, 2022. Winners will be informed via the Shopee App the brand voucher they won, along with instructions on how to claim their prize from Shopee Philippines – so make sure your Push Notifications are enabled!

    Discounts up to 90% off on top tech products

    Aside from the exciting prizes up for grabs, users can also expect huge discounts from their favorite electronics brands throughout the sale. Check out Tech Showroom on the Shopee app daily from April 20-23 to score exciting deals from the following brands:

    • April 20: up to 63% off at realme Official Store, Philips Official Store, GameXtreme
    • April 21: up to 80% off at Mcdodo Philippines, Deerma Official Store, DJI Official Store
    • April 22: up to 67% off at VEGER Flagship Store, PerySmith Official Store, MSI Flagship Store
    • April 23: up to 25% off at Tecno Mobile Official Store, Dreame, Globe Official Store

    Shopee’s Tech Showroom sale is perfect for shoppers seeking smart ways to upgrade their spaces, with deals that cater to every budget and for every room in their home. Make working from home more efficient while enjoying big savings up to 90% off on home gadgets such as monitors, keyboards, and charging cables when you shop on April 21. Enjoy more immersive movie nights with a new TV, a top-quality soundbar, or a powerful WiFi router at deals up to 68% off on April 22. Finally, if you’ve been looking to make meal prepping faster, easier, and more efficient, then you’re in for a treat with discounts up to 60% off on kitchen appliances like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee machines on April 23.

    Check out these awesome tech deals with ShopeePay for exclusive perks and savings such as daily free shipping and cashback vouchers. With ShopeePay, look forward to contactless payments and deals when you buy load, pay bills, and send money. Get up to 10% off on load across all networks and up to 25% cashback on your monthly bills from over 60 billers. With ShopeePay’s send money feature, you can enjoy instant transfers to over 40 banks and e-wallets via InstaPay or to any Shopee user for free and with no hidden fees. Test your luck and join the “Shopee Milyonaryo” raffle draw by sending money from your ShopeePay wallet (at least P50) to any bank, e-wallet or Shopee user until April 22 and get the chance to win P1,000,000 via ShopeePay.

    For more information, visit: https://shopee.ph/m/tech-showroom

    REFERENCE:

    Pao Oga

    Shopee | Marketing | Public Relations (Media Relations)

    Mobile: +63 917 650 1835 (Viber/Whatsapp)

    Address: 15F Asian Century Center (ACC) Building, 27th St. Corner 3rd Ave. BGC, Taguig 1634

  • What’s your working style? Answer this Shopee Payday Quiz and find the perfect items for you!

    What’s your working style? Answer this Shopee Payday Quiz and find the perfect items for you!

    Discover these Shopee finds that best suit how you work and enjoy free shipping, 10% off vouchers, and 50% bills cashback this April 15 Payday Sale!

    MANILA, APRIL 12, 2022 – Did you know that your personality can reveal a lot about how you work? Extroverts like to socialize and meet new people in the office while introverts tend to be more reserved and keep their inner circle small. Ambiverts are able to strike the balance of enjoying being in the company of others while relishing much-needed alone time.

    Curious to know your working style and the best items to complement it? Take the quiz below to find out if you’re a social butterfly, a productivity veteran, a silent warrior, or an overly organized worker. Check out the many items on amazing deals in the upcoming April 15 Payday Sale!

    1. Which of the following describes your ideal office desk set-up?
    2. Personalized with accessories and trinkets
    3. Full of post-it reminders and to-to lists
    4. Just your work laptop and a notebook
    5. Stacked with organizers, containers, and filed folders
    1. How would your colleagues describe you?
    2. Sociable and outgoing
    3. Independent and driven
    4. Soft-spoken and observant
    5. Detail-oriented and patient
    1. How do you usually start planning projects?
    2. Brainstorming with peers and teammates
    3. Plotting goals for the weeks and months ahead
    4. Coming up with an initial plan by yourself first
    5. Identifying team roles and setting key processes
    1. How do you spend your day off from work?
    2. Catching up with friends and going out
    3. Starting the day early to make time for errands
    4. Playing games and binge-watching series/movies
    5. Fixing next week’s schedule and doing some house cleaning
    6. What’s the first thing you would likely spend on during payday?
    7. Fashion and personal care items to to look good and feel good
    8. Workstation gadgets that help you accomplish your tasks
    9. Self-care staples for your non-negotiable “me” time
    10. Desk essentials such as pens, stationeries, label markers, and planners

    If you answered mostly A’s, you are a Social Butterfly

    You are terrific at creating relationships – a true “people person” who has friends all around the office. For busy days packed with multiple meetings and catch-ups, you’ll need to keep this QuiFit Daily Tumbler close at hand. It’s made of premium PETG material, has a versatile design, and motivates you to stay hydrated throughout the day. You can also bring this functional and lightweight Leather Folding Wallet from yingning123.ph  whenever you go out for lunch or have drinks with officemates. Keep your mask on you at all times and avoid misplacing it with a Mask Lanyard from ieasy.ph — a very practical must-have in today’s new normal.

    If you answered mostly B’s, you are a Productivity Veteran

    In most cases, you are the type to do multiple tasks at the same time. You are also willing to take the reins and regularly deliver high-quality work without being pushed to do so. Boost your productivity with a Logitech M330 Wireless Mouse that has a comfortable rubber touch and responsive controls to help ease your daily tasks. Upgrade to a MageGee Mechanical Keyboard that has a unique layout and design, while remaining functional for typing those important emails and messages. Another great option to consider is a Popcorn Folding Laptop Stand which allows you to work with better posture as you spend hours in front of your screen.

    If you answered mostly C’s, you are a Silent Warrior

    You achieve your personal objectives and contribute to the company’s growth but are often quiet and take a while to come out of your shell. For you, a good work day is being able to enjoy the peace and quiet of your sacred space and finish all your tasks with minimal interaction. Try this Home Zania Electric Mug Warmer that will make your cup of coffee last much longer with a built-in thermostat. Tune out the noise around you when you wear this VIVAN Wireless Headset that delivers clear sound quality and bombastic bass. Stay connected with this trusty Garmin Smart Watch that lets you access your work notifications instantly, on top of all its other exciting fitness features.

    If you answered mostly D’s, you are Overly Organized

    You have extensive organizational skills and like to maintain everything in order. You have a clean desk, a well-established routine, and initiative to lead the nitty gritty of project planning. You thrive when you have a sense of control over your work. This Deli File Organizer will be your best friend in storing all your necessities neatly. Track of your schedule and plan long-term with 2022 Spiral Notebook Planner from ddayupfun.ph. People like you would still appreciate a 2022 Stand Up Desk Calendar from eqwpt0lli.ph  to complete the list of your workspace essentials.

    Find the perfect items for you at the April 15 Payday Sale and have an even more rewarding shopping experience with Free Shipping ₱0 min. spend and 10% Off Vouchers. Get up to 50% cashback on participating billers such as Meralco, Maynilad, Globe, Smart, PLDT, Cignal, RCBC, and Metrobank. For more info, visit: https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale

    Whatever your working style is, make sure to activate your ShopeePay mobile wallet in time for the April 15 Payday Sale to get access to exclusive offers and cost-saving features. Avail of up to 50% off on load and data packages from major telcos when you pay via ShopeePay, so you’re always connected wherever, whenever!

    With ShopeePay’s send money feature, you can enjoy instant transfers to over 40 banks and e-wallets via InstaPay or to any Shopee user for free! That’s right, Shopee Fam, no hidden fees!

    As an additional treat, join the “Shopee Milyonaryo” raffle draw by sending money from your ShopeePay wallet (at least P50) to any bank, e-wallet or Shopee user from April 13 to April 22 and get the chance to win a P1,000,000 cash prize. Score more raffle entries by making multiple transfers! If you’re a new user, this also qualifies you to get free ₱200 when you fully verify your ShopeePay account and make your first transfer on April 15. Tier up your Shopee Loyalty level to Gold and Platinum for unlimited Free Shipping vouchers to be loaded directly to your accounts weekly. For more info, visit https://loyalty.shopee.ph/ in the Shopee App.

    REFERENCE:

    Hannah Tejuco
    Shopee | Marketing | Public Relations

    Mobile +63 917 808 4894

    Viber +63 917 705 4447

    Address 15F Asian Century Center (ACC) Building, 27th St. Corner 3rd Ave. BGC, Taguig 1634

  • The Great Outdoors Big Easter at the Blue Bay Walk Garden

    The Great Outdoors Big Easter at the Blue Bay Walk Garden

    On a hunt for something eggs-traordinary to do this Easter?

    Have your family hop with excitement and treat them to The Great Outdoors Big Easter Bash slated on Sunday April 17 at the Blue Bay Walk Garden in Pasay City.

    Organized by quant shopping retail strip Blue Bay Walk, the event is packed with eggs-citing activities for kids and parents, which will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be an Easter Bunny Photo Wall, Easter Egg Arts & Crafts, Easter Egg Hunt, Pet Show, and Easter Story Time.

    Join eggs-citing activities for kids and parents at Blue Bay Walk this Easter Sunday. Register at https://swiy.co/eastersundaycelebration

    The event is open to the public and free of charge.

    Interested? Register at the official Facebook page of Blue Bay Walk at www.facebook.com/BlueBayWalkOfficial.

    REFERENCE:

    Lariza Garcia

  • Shopee, Shopee Xpress partner with brands and charities to aid Taal evacuees

    Shopee, Shopee Xpress partner with brands and charities to aid Taal evacuees

    MANILA, APRIL 11, 2022 – The continued unrest of the Taal Volcano forced over 1,000 Filipino families to evacuate to nearby communities in Batangas last March. With Alert Level 3 still in place, these families continue to spend their days in evacuation centers across the region.

    As part of its commitment to better the lives of the underserved, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, partnered with several brands and charity organizations to provide aid for Taal evacuees.

    Shopee Philippines Director Martin Yu said, “As we remain steadfast in our commitment to be a force for good, especially in times when Filipinos need it the most, Shopee will work closely with our partners to help provide immediate relief to the evacuees. Our thoughts are with those affected and we hope that the situation in Taal will recover soon for these families to be able to return to their homes.”

    Together with Shopee, partner brands such as Universal Robina Corporation, Colgate, and Monde Nissin, donated essentials such as drinking water and food items to affected residents. Through the help of its Shopee Xpress fleet and volunteers, Shopee transported and coursed donations through the ABS-CBN Foundation for the latter’s ongoing on-ground efforts.

    These Shopee Xpress volunteers also helped collate and distribute potable water donated by the Luzon Clean Water Development to evacuation centers in Batangas.

    Shopee also invites users to donate to those affected by the taal eruption and other emergencies through its partner charities found on the app.

    Users simply need to:

      1. Head to the Shopee app homepage

      2. Click Load, Bills, and Travel

      3. Click E-vouchers

      4. Click Charity

      5. Choose and purchase the e-voucher of their preferred charity

    Users can also contribute to the ABS-CBN Foundation’s on-ground efforts through Shopee’s Scan-to-donate feature. Just scan ABS-CBN Foundation’s QR code, choose the donation amount, and donate via ShopeePay. Download the Shopee app via the App Store and the Google Play store today.

    REFERENCE:

    Pao Oga

    Shopee | Marketing | Public Relations (Media Relations)

    Mobile: +63 917 650 1835 (Viber/Whatsapp)

    Address: 15F Asian Century Center (ACC) Building, 27th St. Corner 3rd Ave. BGC, Taguig 1634

  • Samsung’s TV & Soundbar bundles make family time twice as fun

    Samsung’s TV & Soundbar bundles make family time twice as fun

    Movie nights and video games made better with Samsung’s Better in Pairs promo

    Watching TV and playing video games are certainly better with the family. Hearing dad cheering for his favorite sports team, competing with siblings on the gaming console, and listening to mom’s funny side comments during shows are always a treat.

    With more people returning to the office and face-to-face classes, it’s easy to miss the constant family time at home. Keep bonding moments at home alive with this summer by upgrading your entertainment system with Samsung’s Better in Pairs TV & Soundbar bundle promo.

    As TVs have gotten slimmer over the years, their internal speakers have also become smaller. That’s why a soundbar is necessary to optimize home theater systems. With this promo, Samsung pairs its premium 4K QLED and Crystal UHD TVs with their recommended Soundbar for amplified sound quality. Purchase participating bundles until June 30, 2022 and save up to P24,999!

    People may be spending more time outdoors, but nothing beats coming home to movie and gaming nights with the loved ones – soon to be made even better with Samsung’s Better in Pairs TV & Soundbar bundles. 

    Don’t miss out on great home entertainment for less this summer for more family bonding! Visit Samsung.com/ph or any authorized dealer nationwide to avail your next home theater upgrade today.

    For more information, visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/offer/offline/2022/summer-bundles/

    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.

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  • When developing tech leaders, a global perspective is key

    When developing tech leaders, a global perspective is key

    Shopee cultivates tech talent with overseas training and exposure.

    MANILA, APRIL 6, 2022  – Over the last decade, technology has radically changed the way businesses all over the world look and operate.  Accompanying this meteoric change among businesses, is the need for different leadership traits.

    According to Forbes[1], key traits that future leaders will need to possess include the ability to embrace technology and employ a global citizen mindset. This mindset includes celebrating diversity and understanding new cultures in order to gain knowledge on how to enter and succeed in new global markets. On the other hand, embracing technology will allow leaders to improve efficiency in the organization.

    Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, continues to instill these fundamental traits into young, tech-driven talent through the Global Leaders Program. This year marks its fourth iteration as it continues to mold tech leaders of tomorrow.

    The Global Leaders Program is a 2-year graduate program consisting of four 6-month local and overseas rotations open to final-year students and young professionals with up to two years of working experience. Participants can expect to receive mentorship from senior management, a rigorous training curriculum under the various Shopee departments, and the opportunity to work on highly impactful projects. And one of the key experiences of the Global Leaders Program is the opportunity to work in different Shopee markets across the region and gain pivotal exposure to the tech industry. Throughout the overseas rotation, Shopee will provide mobility support to GLP Associates to ensure hassle-free overseas accommodations and seamless visa applications.

    Karen Perez, Head of People at Shopee Philippines, said “At Shopee, we understand how crucial developing a global perspective is in pushing the Philippine tech industry forward. Through the overseas rotations of the Global Leaders Program, we believe that we can help broaden the horizons of young Filipino talent. We are deeply committed to delivering more opportunities to hone the skills of young Filipino professionals and support the growth of our local digital economy.”

    Jan, a GLP associate currently completing her second overseas rotation in Thailand under the Marketing Department, has shared what influenced her decision to apply. “The promise of diverse rotation and regional exposure at such a young age attracted me to the Global Leaders Program. I believe the program brings in many unique opportunities that would allow me to launch my career and create immediate impact.” she said.

    For Lance, another GLP associate that is also currently assigned to Thailand, the opportunity to gain regional exposure abroad has provided him with a better understanding of our local situation. He shared, “Being able to live and work in the same company, but in a different country immediately provides me with a new ‘perspective’. This is quite useful because it helps me notice the differences between Thailand and the Philippines in terms of the needs of our buyers and sellers, organizational structure, and working-style. These differences helped me strategize on how we can better tailor our solutions or ways of working to fit different local contexts.”

    Koko, on the other hand, completed his overseas training in Singapore last August 2021. Being trained abroad gave him the opportunity to grow as both a professional and an individual. He said,  “I was able to experience different work functions, roles, industries, and even markets in the short span of two years. I also had the opportunity to take on a lot of responsibility early on in my career, which helped me build confidence in my own knowledge and skills.” Young Filipinos looking to challenge themselves and drive change in the tech industry are welcome to apply to Shopee’s Global Leaders Program here: https://careers.shopee.ph/GLP. The application period has been extended until April 30 2022.


    [1] This Is What Leadership Will Be In 2030

    REFERENCE:

    Hannah Tejuco
    Shopee | Marketing | Public Relations

    Mobile +63 917 808 4894

    Viber +63 917 705 4447

    Address 15F Asian Century Center (ACC) Building, 27th St. Corner 3rd Ave. BGC, Taguig 1634

  • Huawei 2021 Annual Report: Solid operations, investing in the future

    Huawei 2021 Annual Report: Solid operations, investing in the future

    Huawei released its 2021 Annual Report on March 28th, revealing that the company had maintained solid operations throughout the past year. As per the report, Huawei achieved CNY636.8 billion in revenue in 2021, and CNY113.7 billion in net profits, an increase of 75.9% year-on-year. The company’s R&D expenditure reached CNY142.7 billion in 2021, representing 22.4% of its total revenue, and bringing its total R&D expenditure over the past 10 years to over CNY845 billion. Moving forward, the company also plans to continuously increase investment in R&D.

    Huawei said, the performance was overall in line with forecast, its carrier business remained stable, enterprise business experienced steady growth, and consumer business quickly expanded into new domains. In addition, the company embarked on a fast track of ecosystem development.”

    Meng Wanzhou, Huawei’s CFO, spoke at the event, “Despite a revenue decline in 2021, our ability to make a profit and generate cash flows is increasing, and we are more capable of dealing with uncertainty.” Thanks to the enhanced profitability of its major businesses, the company’s cash flow from operating activities dramatically increased in 2021, amounting to CNY59.7 billion. Its liability ratio also dropped to 57.8%, and its overall financial structure has become more resilient and flexible.

    Meng Wanzhou, Huawei’s CFO, speaking at the press conference

    In 2021, Huawei’s carrier business generated CNY281.5 billion in revenue and helped carriers around the world deploy leading 5G networks. Third-party test results have found that 5G networks built by Huawei for customers in 13 countries, including Switzerland, Germany, Finland, the Netherlands, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia, provide the best user experience. By working with carriers and partners, Huawei has signed more than 3,000 commercial contracts for industrial 5G applications. These kinds of 5G applications are currently seeing large-scale commercial use in sectors like manufacturing, mines, iron & steel plants, ports, and hospitals.

    Thanks to continuing digital transformation trends, Huawei’s enterprise business also grew rapidly, generating CNY102.4 billion in revenue during 2021. In the past year, Huawei launched 11 scenario-based solutions for key sectors such as government, transportation, finance, energy, and manufacturing. The company also established multiple dedicated teams, including a Coal Mine Team, a Smart Road Team, and a Customs & Port Team, to combine resources in a way that more efficiently serves the needs of its customers.

    Over 700 cities and 267 Fortune Global 500 companies have chosen Huawei as their digital transformation partner and Huawei now works with more than 6,000 service and operation partners around the world. In the Philippines, benefited from a new system consisting of mobile devices and AI, forest rangers can receive real-time alerts of sound to identify rainforest destruction Via a mobile App, so they can take action quickly, according to Jun Zhang, the Director of Huawei Asia Pacific Public Relations Department.

    Huawei’s consumer business zeroed in on consumer wants and needs, further building out the global ecosystem for a smart, all-connected era, as part of the company’s Seamless AI Life strategy for consumers around the world. This business generated CNY243.4 billion in revenue in 2021 and continued to see steady sales growth in smart wearables, smart screens, true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds, and Huawei Mobile Services (HMS). In particular, the smart wearable and smart screen segments both saw 30%+ year-on-year growth. In total, HarmonyOS was used in over 220 million Huawei devices as of 2021, becoming the world’s fastest growing mobile device operating system.

    During the past year, Huawei also focused on building out its openEuler, MindSpore, and HarmonyOS ecosystems based on the principles of open collaboration and shared growth. Over eight million developers are currently using Huawei’s open platforms, open-source software, and development tools to explore new business scenarios and business models.

    Simon Lin, the President of Huawei Asia Pacific stated, with stable workforce, financial and business fundamentals, the highest net profit in history, and our continued efforts to globalize under pressure and increase R&D investment, Huawei’s unwavering business strategy, focused on connectivity and computing and rapidly developing new businesses including digital power and cloud, is perfectly aligned to drive the digital economy in Asia Pacific.

    The company will advance its journey of digitalization, intelligent transformation, and low carbon. Relying on talent, scientific research, and an innovative spirit, Huawei said will continuously increase investment to reshape the paradigms for fundamental theories, architecture, and software, and build our long-term competitiveness.

    REFERENCE:

    ED UY