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  • Gong Xi Fa Cai! Here’s What to Look Forward to this Chinese New Year

    Gong Xi Fa Cai! Here’s What to Look Forward to this Chinese New Year

    Continue the tradition and send ang paos to your loved ones conveniently with ShopeePay.

    Chinese New Year is just around the corner! And while public gatherings and grand celebrations on the streets are not allowed, you can still enjoy the festivities at home. Here’s what you can do to celebrate the Chinese New Year even if you and your family are staying indoors:

    Relax over the long weekend

    This 2021, the Chinese New Year falls on a Friday—which means you have three whole days to enjoy some well-deserved ‘me time’! You can opt to stay in and binge-watch your favorite shows since most festivities in Binondo are canceled due to safety precautions. Here are three items to make your binge-watching more pleasant:

    Popcorn Maker

    What’s a movie without popcorn? Make your own favorite popcorn with this Popcorn Maker from Russell Hobbs Fiesta.

    Smart TV

    Immerse yourself with the movies with a wide, high-definition screen from ACE.

    Inflatable lounge chair and ottoman

    Whether you’re watching alone or with a significant other, finding the perfect spot is the best way to spend the weekend.

    Celebrate with your favorite Chinese New Year treats and delicacies at home

    Just because celebrations are canceled doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the holiday. Instead of risking your health by dining out, you can order in some Chinese take-out. Better yet, prepare a home-cooked Chinese New Year meal with your family—fun andinexpensive! Here are three products that will come in handy in the kitchen:

    Wok

    Perfect your pancit canton and fried rice recipes with this durable wok pan from Tefal. The exclusive titanium hard base makes it an ideal investment for the aspiring chef.

    Air fryer

    Tempted to make dumplings this Chinese New Year? Opt for the healthier cooking option with the Kyowa Air Fryer.

    Tikoy

    What’s Chinese New Year without a dessert as delicious as tikoy? Grab yours from Polland now, just in time for the celebrations!

    Preserve the tradition of giving ‘ang pao’

    On top of the festive food and drinks, superb dragon dances, and the last-minute shopping for new clothes, the Chinese also look forward to receiving red packets, or ang paos, during house visits and reunions with relatives. The giving of ang paos during Chinese New Year is a meaningful gesture, with the red colour of the envelope symbolizing energy, happiness, and good luck. These are traditionally handled out by married couples to the younger generation, as a sign of goodwill and a symbol of good fortune.

    Although big gatherings are currently banned, you can still digitally send ang paos to your loved ones via ShopeePay! ShopeePay is Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet that lets you pay for your online purchases, utility bills, NBI clearance, and radio-frequency identification (RFID) stickers. Here’s how you can digitally send money to friends and relatives:

    For more information about the money transfers, check out https://help.shopee.ph/ph/s/article/How-can-I-transfer-my-ShopeePay-balance

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

    REFERENCE:

    Paulo Oga
    PH Marketing | Public Relations, Media Relations

    Mobile/ Viber/ Whatsapp +63 917 650 1835

    Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634

  • Want to spend V-Day with your favorite oppa-unnie duo? Bring them closer with with a Samsung Smart TV

    Want to spend V-Day with your favorite oppa-unnie duo? Bring them closer with with a Samsung Smart TV

    Get 1-year Viu Premium subscription for free with select Samsung TVs

    Staying in for Valentine’s Day? Wine, dine, and relax with a K-drama marathon, whether it’s with your significant other or even by yourself.

    Feel all the kilig from your favorite oppa and unnie this season of love with Samsung and Viu. With every purchase of select Samsung TVs, you’ll get 1-year free Viu Premium subscription, so you can binge watch favorite K-entertainment content on the big screen uninterrupted and ad-free.

    Let these K-drama couples further tickle the hopelessly romantic in you. Love is in the air on V-Day with these rom-com favorites on Viu:

    • Lee Dong Wook & Jo Bo Ah | Tale of the Nine-Tailed

    The epic and swoon-worthy romance in the Tale of the Nine-Tailed starts when Nam Ji Ah (Jo Bo Ah), a producer, seeks Lee Yeon (Lee Dong Wook), a mystical fox-like creature known as a gumiho, after she recognizes him as the one who saved her life from years back. This K-drama’s narrative is mixed with fantasy, action, thriller, and of course, romance.

    • Lee Joon Gi & IU | Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo

    Exclusive on Viu, this popular Korean drama follows the love story of Hae-Soo (IU) and Wang So (Lee Joon-Gi). Their love story begins when Hae-Soo travels back in time to the Goryeo era during a solar eclipse. Rebellious and angsty, she meets Wang So, whom people fear. From bickering to falling in love, the chemistry of the two will make your heart feel a-flutter.

    • Park Seo Joon & Park Min Young | What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim?

    Based on a novel by Jung Kyung Yoon, the story features Lee Young Joon (Park Seo Joon), an ambitious Vice Chairman of a major conglomerate company, and Kim Mi So (Park Min Young), his brilliant secretary who resigns after working for him for nine years. Surprised, Young Joon then does everything he can to make Mi So stay by his side causing romance to stir between the pair. Park Seo Joon and Park Min Young will have your heart crushed and revived repeatedly in between bouts of laughter and kilig moments.

    • Moon Ga Young & Cha Eun Woo | True Beauty

    First on Viu, this ugly duckling story revolves around Lim Ju Gyeong (Moon Ga Young) who turns into their school’s prettiest girl after mastering the art of makeup. She then promised never to show her bare face to anyone, that is, until Lee Su Ho (Cha Eun Woo), the school’s handsome but standoffish heartthrob, sees it. This revelation followed by more twists and turns, then leads to them falling madly in love with each other.

    A romantic and cinematic experience at home is possible with a Samsung Smart TV. You’ll be throwing finger hearts at your favorite Korean couple as you enjoy the upscaling feature of the Samsung Crystal UHD (2020) which not only captures and enhances true picture quality along with customizable audio modes, but also comes pre-installed with the Viu app.

    Bring your K-drama marathons to the next level with Samsung. Promo runs until March 31, 2021. Head to your nearest Samsung authorized dealer today! Visit to www.samsung.com/ph for more details

    REFERENCE:

    JEAN RICELLE A. AQUINO

    Sr. Media Relations Officer

    StratWorks, Inc.

    0927 027 8975

  • DreamFyre Is Now GXR DreamFyre, the Fastest-Growing eSports Organization in the World

    DreamFyre Is Now GXR DreamFyre, the Fastest-Growing eSports Organization in the World

    As Galaxy Racer, the fastest-growing eSports Organization in the world acquires a majority stake in the Philippines’ rising powerhouse eSports and Gaming Agency, DreamFyre Group.

    On the 2nd day of February 2021, the Philippines’ rising powerhouse eSports and gaming agency, DreamFyre Group, announces a majority stake acquisition by Galaxy Racer Holdings Limited, the fastest-growing eSports organization in the world.

    This move by Galaxy Racer paves the way for DreamFyre to boost its local operations, and fast track expansion into two other South East Asian markets, targeted within the year. The deal will also enable DreamFyre to better service local Filipino Gaming Content Creators and Pro Players with more robust and global career development portfolios.

    “The vision of DreamFyre has always been to become a global eSports and gaming agency, to bring Filipino talent onto the global arena; and with this infusion of funds, support, network, and resources by Galaxy Racer, we’re sure to be able to bring that vision into reality in a much shorter time frame. DreamFyre is incredibly pleased to join the Galaxy Racer family.” Says DreamFyre CEO Mitch Esguerra.

    With this acquisition, GXR DreamFyre, with a rapidly growing exclusive reach of more than 70 million across social media platforms, will now be able to connect Filipino Content Creators and Pro Players into a global advertiser base. This takes the local eSports industry to a whole new level, as the joint operations of both companies now span across 22 countries.

    “DreamFyre’s portfolio will now continually grow as we boost local operations and expand to new game titles and markets, especially that we’re enabled by Galaxy Racer to create better offers to the Content Creators and Pro Players that have trusted us from the start.” Esguerra added.

    GXR DreamFyre’s eSports teams, including 2019 Top 13 Finalist for PUBG ECL Korea, 2019 ECL PUBG Finalists, and 2020 National Interschool Cyberleague (NICL) Valorant Tournament Top 4, the UE Esports Warriors, now known as DreamFyre Team, will surely be a group to watch out for in the next global eSports tournaments.

    “This acquisition in DreamFyre further reinforces our plans for building a complete ecosystem around eSports, entertainment, lifestyle, and content. GXR DreamFyre will benefit from Galaxy Racer’s international experience and resources and we are committed to this acquisition to fund the growth and support the vision the founders have set for GXR DreamFyre.” – Paul Roy, CEO Galaxy Racer.

    REFERENCE:

    Lariza Garcia

  • HP Printers lineup is first choice for work from home and office setups

    HP Printers lineup is first choice for work from home and office setups

    With work and small businesses now mostly operating from home, and minimal printing and scanning are still required to complete some tasks, HP has a dependable lineup of budget-friendly, space-saving and easy-to-setup printers. 

    Saving space and money are the main benefits of the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 3776 and 3777 printers. It is HP’s smallest all-in-one printer with all the power filled in such a compact device. Available in the market for only PHP4,390, it can print, scan and copy from any mobile device: phone, tablet or laptop. 

    Meanwhile, the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 2777 Light Sage AiO (All-in-One) printer can print sharp black texts and vibrant color pages while enjoying up to twice as many pages per cartridge. With an SRP of PHP4,399, it also removes the complications of your everyday printing needs with its wireless compatibility to any mobile device. 

    The HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 4175 AiO printer, on the other hand, has the capability to scan multi-pages fast with an automatic document feeder. The seamless wireless printing is aided with the HP Smart App. One can print, scan, copy and send a fax from anywhere! For only PHP5,290, it has better range for mobile printing with reliable connection using the dual-band wi-fi with self-reset. 

    For more budget-friendly options, the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 2337 and HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 1115 are also dependable with their easy-to-use technologies. For only PHP3,590, the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 2337 can print crisp texts and vivid colors easily with the HP Smart app. 

    With SRP of PHP1,590, the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 1115, for its part, boasts quality printing performance. It is easy to setup without consuming too much space because of its compact design. It is also Energy Star certified, a seal given to energy-efficient equipment and devices given by the US Environmental Protection Agency which makes the printer more budget-friendly. 

    These printers work more efficiently with the HP Pavilion laptops. With remarkable features on its own, the HP Pavilion laptops adds to the productivity of the printers due to compatibility of the software and the apps. 

    With demand for straightforward devices ever increasing because of remote work, HP Printers fit the requirements as it can be used easily right out of the box. 

    REFERENCE:

    Erika Garcia

    Stratworks Inc.

  • Make Valentine’s Day More Meaningful for Friends and Family with these Sweet Gifts

    Make Valentine’s Day More Meaningful for Friends and Family with these Sweet Gifts

    Surprise loved ones who’ve always had your back with gifts from Shopee’s Valentine’s Day Sale.

    February 14th or Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romantic love. It’s also a time to recognize other equally important relationships—those we share with our family and friends.

    Whether you’re celebrating the occasion with a significant other or not, remember to show your appreciation to other loved ones as well. Let them know that they’re on your mind this special day. The world could always do with a little more love to go around!

    On February 14, surprise them with the thoughtful gifts below. You can get up to 90% off on these gifts and more at Shopee’s Valentine’s Day Sale.

    1. Cowin Wireless Sweatproof Earphones

    Has your brother ruined several earphones while working out? Get him the Cowin Wireless Sweatproof Earphones. It touts water-resistant earbuds, superior sound quality, and up to six hours of playtime.

    1. Xiaomi Mi Band 5

    Encourage your dad to get started on his fitness journey with the Xiaomi Mi Band 5. This smartwatch tracks steps, distance, and calories burned. It also monitors the heart rate and sleep cycle. The battery can last up to 20 days on standby.

    1. Pineng Powerbank

    Is your sibling’s phone constantly running out of juice? Get them the Pineng Powerbank, which has built-in battery protection to prevent overcharging and short-circuiting. It runs on a capacity of 3.7V/20 000mAh 74Wh and can charge two devices at a time.

    1. Sesame Street Sleepwear 

    Treat your pamangkin to cute new jammies. Each pajama set is made of cotton spandex, so it’s breathable and comfortable to wear. This also comes in adult sizes perfect for kids at heart. 

    1. Bling Light 3D Night Light

    Know someone who’s obsessed with all things hallyu? Buy her this adorable finger heart-shaped Bling Light 3D Night Light! This compact lamp comes with three light color options: yellow, white, and warm white.

    1. Vice Cosmetics Kavouge Everyday Palette

    For your makeup junkie pal, the Vice Cosmetics Kavogue Everyday Palette features 12 multi-purpose powders for filling in the brows, adding color to the cheeks, and creating flawless eye looks. This product also comes with a handy makeup mirror. 

    1. CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser 

    If you’re tired of your sister constantly rummaging through your skincare stash, it’s time to help her build her own regimen. CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser is non-comedogenic, non-irritating, and fragrance-free. It effectively removes dirt, oil, and makeup while retaining moisture.

    1. Eco Natural Bamboo Toothbrush 

    Help a friend through their sustainability journey with gifts that won’t end up in landfills. The Eco Natural Bamboo Toothbrush is made of a durable bamboo handle and petroleum-based plastic bristles that will biodegrade within months. 

    1. Gun Massager 

    Your super mom works hard to take care of the whole family, so treat her to a well-deserved massage. This Gun Massager alleviates muscle stiffness and enhances blood circulation. It also features four massage heads and six variable speeds.

    1. Anti-Aging Eye Patches

    Everyone has that one busy tita. She’ll love using these Anti-Aging Eye Patches during her downtime. These soothing, moisturizing collagen patches are great at reducing puffy eyebags and dark circles. 

    Don’t miss out on the chance to score big discounts on these gifts and more at the Shopee Valentine’s Day Sale. Enjoy up to 90% off until February 14.

    For more deals, don’t forget to top up your ShopeePay! Until February 28, enjoy 10% cashback on all cashback shops when you use ShopeePay.

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

    REFERENCE:

    Paulo Oga
    PH Marketing | Public Relations, Media Relations

    Mobile/ Viber/ Whatsapp +63 917 650 1835

    Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634

  • BPI encourages small business owners to use QR code cashless payment for security and convenience

    BPI encourages small business owners to use QR code cashless payment for security and convenience

    The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) recently rolled out its Cashless Negosyo webinar series in North Luzon, which aims to boost the ability of small entrepreneurs to adapt to the new reality as consumers turn to e-commerce due to quarantine constraints amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

    According to BPI, digital payments will aid small business owners to ensure personal, employee, and customer safety. This will help them abide by the government’s minimum health protocols, and enables them to offer their goods and services online or via delivery. It also allows them to reach as many customers despite quarantine restrictions.

    “BPI provides cashless payment option to small business owner or sole proprietor clients of the bank and help minimize if not eliminate waiting lines in their stores because their customers can just scan the QR code simultaneously to pay for their purchases. That is why for small business owners who will be generating their own QR code, it is important to make QR standees so that customers can check out faster,” said BPI Division Head for North Luzon, Marwin Galvez.

    BPI reiterated that cashless payments made via QR code is not only faster and safer, but is also more accurate than using electronic fund transfer as payment option because it’s less prone to typing erroneous details compared to doing fund transfer by inputting the 10-digit account number. It eliminates the risk of transferring money to a wrong account.

    BPI noted that from 70 percent in March this year, the number of transactions done digitally have now increased to 90 percent in November. More than half of its 8 million clients are also now registered to the bank’s digital platforms for their everyday banking needs. Small business owners may promote their cashless payment option to encourage and reassure customers that it is still safe to shop through this contact less payment method. “We encourage small business owners to make use of the QR code system as a way of protecting them and their clients as the market shifts to more online transactions and digital living in the new normal,” Mr. Galvez added.

    REFERENCE:

    Lariza Garcia

  • This fun, entertaining app will allow users to commemorate birthdays in a more rewarding way

    This fun, entertaining app will allow users to commemorate birthdays in a more rewarding way

    Leveraging the available digital tools and platforms to bridge their services to more Filipinos, mostly those that are in the far-flung areas, PCSO, in partnership with Minedomain, Inc., is set to launch ‘Birthday Panalo,’ a free and easy-to-use application with an entertaining game which will allow Filipinos to celebrate important dates in their lives, like anniversaries and birthdays, with exciting cash prizes.

    Made for Filipinos, by Filipinos Designed with Filipinos in mind, the Birthday Panalo app banks on the deep-rooted culture of Pinoys in putting value in commemorating special dates like birthdays and anniversaries.

    While millennials are the main audience targeted with the launch of the app, Seaver Choy, Minedomain Inc. IT officer shared that ease of use is one of the main factors their team considered in developing Birthday Panalo to make it enjoyable for users across various age groups. “We want the millennials to love this game so we went for what millennials want most — ease of use. We only put in the necessary elements for users to be able to do what they need to do fast and immediately,” he said.

    “We focused on the user experience when we were developing by having iterating designs that had constant user feedback. Birthday Panalo has gone through multiple design changes based on different user feedback across different groups,” Choy added.

    The core group which made and designed the Birthday Panalo app was an all-Filipino team composed of professionals from the country’s top universities including De La Salle University, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, and University of the East. “Birthday Panalo app was built with resilience and celebrations in mind. We made it fun and easy to bet but still overly secure,” Choy furthered, assuring users that the personal data and information they input within the Birthday Panalo app are protected according to industry standards.

    Choy noted that the Birthday Panalo app has been tested by local and international cybersecurity companies like GLI, Bolton Labs, and Mantua, among others, to ensure that the app has the needed safety measures in place to avoid leakage of user data. “Internally, we are also certified when it comes to how we operate and how we maintain the application,” Choy said. Celebrations made even more rewarding Within the app which carries design elements signifying Filipinos, ‘Kapanalo’ or users of the app can place a bet on a three-part number combination consisting of a month, a day, and a year.

    If the same combination gets to be picked during daily draws, a user can win as much as P100,000 as a cash prize. After downloading the app, users can easily sign up using either their mobile phone or email address verified through a one-time password (OTP) sent by the app.

    Once done with the registration process, users can proceed participating in draws for as low PhP 10 which they can pay via mobile wallets like GCash and PayMaya. Winners of lucky date combinations which will be notified via the Birthday Panalo app may claim their prizes at the PCSO main branch in Mandaluyong City, or have it credited on their respective mobile wallets.

    The Birthday Panalo app will soon be available for free download via the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store. Kapanalo from all over the Philippines can also look forward to playing the Birthday Panalo game in select PCSO outlets nationwide in the coming months.

    REFERENCE:

    Lariza Garcia