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| OPPO Senior Product Manager Will Zhou accepting the 2023 Asia Mobile Awards Best Smartphone award for OPPO Find N2 (Image Source: OPPO) |
OPPO Find N2 was named Best Smartphone in Asia at the 2023 Asia Mobile Awards at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Shanghai, China. Recognized for its outstanding performance and innovative user experience, the Find N2 stood out from a competitive shortlist to claim the highly prestigious award. OPPO Senior Product Manager Will Zhou accepted the award for the said flagship smartphone. GSM Mobile Association (GSMA)'s Asia Mobile Awards are the region’s most prestigious accolade for the connectivity industry. The Best Smartphone in Asia Award is judged by prominent industry experts from GSMA based on criteria that include performance, innovation, and industry leadership. This year’s award not only recognizes the individual strength of OPPO Find N2 but also shows OPPO’s wider recognition and leadership in the industry.
OPPO Find N2 is OPPO’s second-generation flagship foldable phone. Featuring an ultra-light and durable Flexion Hinge and the industry’s first aerospace-grade carbon fiber screen support frame, the Find N2 offers an incredibly light foldable experience without sacrificing durability and reliability. The device adopts the same golden folding ratio as the original Find N and uses E6 120Hz displays for both its internal and external screens. Combined with its excellent charging and battery life, Hasselblad Camera for Mobile, and FlexForm Mode, OPPO Find N2 is a lightweight, intuitive foldable that is perfectly designed for everyday use. Since its release at the end of 2022, OPPO Find N2 has captured the imagination of users worldwide with its innovative experiences, ushering in a new era for foldable phones. According to data from IDC, in Q1 2023, the OPPO Find N2 series ranked first in China’s foldable phone market with a market share of 35.0%, helping OPPO to take the top spot in terms of overall phone shipments during the same period.
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| OPPO Find N2 (Image Source: Gadget Pilipinas/OPPO) |
OPPO is promoting innovation-driven industry development and empowering users worldwide with smart life experiences through an extensive product ecosystem. In recent years, these efforts have been increasingly recognized at the international level. In 2023, OPPO was named one of the 10 Most Innovative Asia-Pacific Companies by Fast Company and received a total of 15 awards from the iF International Forum Design. OPPO has also won numerous awards for its products, including the 2023 Edison Best New Product Awards and the 2023 SEAL Sustainable Product Award for the OPPO Air Glass and OPPO Battery Health Engine respectively, reflecting a growing recognition of OPPO’s cutting-edge technology and contributions to sustainability. Guided by its mission of “Technology for Mankind, Kindness for the World”, OPPO will continue to use innovation to bring cutting-edge technology experiences to users worldwide.
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Chowking Launches All-New Spicy Chao Fan With Kim Chiu
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Chowking, the #1 Chinese quick service restaurant brand in the Philippines, has recently unveiled the all-new Spicy Chao Fan – made with the perfect blend of spices for that signature Spicy Wok-Sarap flavor. The new product was launched by celebrity actress and longtime endorser Kim Chiu at the #ShareTheSpice press event held on July 3, 2023. Chowking’s Chao Fan has always been a crowd favorite, and now it just got a spicy upgrade with the new Spicy Chao Fan. It has a unique take on spicy as its level of spiciness holds just the right amount for anybody and everybody to enjoy. This flavorful and hearty meal is ready to spice up your life and it’s too good to not share.
At the press event last July 3, the It's Showtime host and lead actress of Prime Video exclusive series "Fit Check: Confessions Of An Ukay Queen" introduced the #ShareTheSpice challenge where she invited everyone to try the new Spicy Chao Fan. To join the movement, all you have to do is try the product, post about it on any social media platform with the hashtag #ShareTheSpice and #SpicyChaoFan, then tag two of your friends who you want to share the spice with. When you post and join the movement, you get the chance to win gift certificates and special prizes from Chowking. “When we were creating the Spicy Chao Fan, we deliberately wanted it to have the right level of spice that everyone can enjoy. It’s not spicy for spicy’s sake, it has just the right Spicy Wok-Sarap kick that will leave you wanting more,” said Chowking Brand Director for Chao Fan & Brand Operations Jonathan De Quiroz.
Join the #ShareTheSpice movement and try the all-new #SpicyChaoFan available via Dine-In, Take-Out, Drive-Thru, and delivery through chowkingdelivery.com or the Chowking App.
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Calling Out Pizza Lovers And Mobile Legends Players: Greenwich Launches Blacklist Overload® Bundle
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Victory is surely yours for the taking as Greenwich, the number one pizza chain in the Philippines, partners with the country's number one eSports team Blacklist International Mobile Legends (#BlacklistMLBB) to launch the Blacklist Overload® Bundle. Available for only Php595 until August 13, 2023, pizza lovers and mobile gaming and eSports enthusiasts can enjoy an indulgent meal with their barkada with bundle comprising of a 9” Roast Beef and Cream Cheese Overload® Pizza and two Lasagna Supreme® Chicken Combo. But making the bundle more exciting is that it comes with a free, exclusive, limited-edition Blacklist photocard for every purchase. There are six photocards to collect and choose from.
And just when you thought this news couldn’t get any more awesome, Greenwich has another surprise packed in this bundle. There will be a meet-and-greet with the players happening on July 12 at the Greenwich Visayas Avenue branch which will be exclusive to the first 80 customers aka “agents” who will purchase the bundle. So get ready to meet some of the best players in the country’s Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) pro scene including OhMyV33nus, Wise, Edward, Yue, Renejay, and Owl. “The #BlacklistMLBB embodies the Greenwich type of barkadahan — fun, solid, and awesome! And with this bundle, we are staying true to our mission to celebrate friendships of all kinds over our great-tasting pizzas and pastas,” said Greenwich’s Head of Marketing Ali De Torres.
“To be part of the Greenwich family is a winning treat to us, the #BlacklistMLBB family, and to our fans as well. We are celebrating a milestone with the Blacklist Overload Bundle — being one of the first eSports organizations here to have an “influencer meal” that represents our friendships and our wins.” said Blacklist International CEO and Co-Owner Tryke Gutierrez. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience and deal that is available for dine-in and take-out until August 13 only. Gather your barkada and teammates and head over to your favorite Greenwich store nationwide. Check out Greenwich’s Facebook page (Greenwich Barkada) and Instagram account (Greenwich Pizza) to know the latest announcements about the offer and meet-and-greet opportunity or send them a message on Messenger.
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Gear Up For School With MSI Laptop Philippines' Back To School Sale
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Another academic year is about to begin, and with an increasingly connected and online world, a laptop has become an essential tool for every student. Luckily, MSI Laptop Philippines has an ongoing Back To School Sale running from July 1 to August 13, 2023. This sale features big price drops on participating models, with a discount as big as Php23,000. Some select models will also be bundled with special MSI freebies during this limited time.
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The model getting the titular price drop is the MSI Raider GE78 HX 13VH-258PH. This powerhouse is packed with the latest Intel Core i9-13980HX and the NVIDIA ® GeForce RTX™ 4080 Laptop GPU. The 64 GB (32 GB * 2) RAM and 2 TB SSD are perfect for students with the highest demands for their academic needs. Get one of the most powerful laptops on the market right now and enjoy Up To Php23,000 Off for this model. Fresh off the production line is MSI’s Bravo series of laptops. Featuring a unique combination of the AMD Ryzen 7000 series CPU plus an NVIDIA ® GeForce RTX™ graphics card, this new standard of gaming gives you the power to tackle any game and workflow in the digital world. With configurations from Ryzen 5 to Ryzen 7 and graphics options from RTX 3050 to RTX 4060, there’s surely one Bravo model for you. Pick up this model and enjoy Up To Php3,000 Off during the sale’s duration.
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The popular GF63 Thin series is also a part of this promotion. It has multiple configurations up to the Intel Core i7-12650H CPU and the NVIDIA ® GeForce RTX™ 4050 Graphics. This series is well-known for its economical offerings and during this sale, you can get Up To Php5,000 Off on select models. Special configurations for this series will also be bundled with an MSI M88 Gaming Mouse and an MSI Mousepad. These models will surely make each student get the most out of their budget. Students looking for a more elegant aesthetic can check out MSI Laptop’s Business & Productivity series which is currently being offered for Up To Php13,000 Off. These ultra-thin and ultra-light laptops are perfect for those coffee shop study sessions with your blockmates. The Modern 14 and 15 laptops are available in AMD Ryzen and Intel Core CPUs with integrated graphics from Radeon and Intel® Iris®, respectively. Weighing less than 2kg and with built in FHD Webcam and microphone, they’re super-portable and let you have your own workstation anywhere.
Whether it’s for Face-to-face classes, online classes, or a little bit of both, MSI has got what you need in its Back to School sale. Whatever your schoolwork will require, there’s an MSI Laptop for it. So don’t forget to visit your nearest MSI authorized reseller from July 1 to August 13, 2023. Your best gaming and studying companion is waiting for you right now.
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Jollibee Comes In Sriracha-Hot With New Spicy Chicken Sandwich Supreme
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Calling all spicy lovers — the spicy chicken sandwich you’ve been waiting for has arrived. Jollibee unveiled the Spicy Chicken Sandwich Supreme, the sriracha-hot variant of the highly acclaimed Chicken Sandwich Supreme. The original variant was lauded for its generous chicken fillet which extends beyond the buns, guaranteeing crunchiness in every bite and a flavorful and juicy chicken thigh fillet. This newly launched variant continues to capture the real goodness of flavorful chicken in a sandwich but is now packed with the spiciness you’ll love. Customers can expect a spicy marinated juicy chicken fillet with sriracha-hot dressing, double-breaded for a satisfying crunch in every bite.
“The Spicy Chicken Sandwich Supreme has everything there is to love about the original sandwich — large fillet, unmatched crispiness, and juiciness — plus a spicy kick which people would definitely enjoy. It’s not a one-dimensional kind of spicy — this sandwich delivers on spiciness without compromising the flavor,” said Jollibee Philippines Assistant Vice President of Handhelds Pam Reyes. The Spicy Chicken Sandwich Supreme is available in select stores nationwide for Php179 (Solo) and Php239 (with Fries and Drink). Price varies. Drop by your nearest Jollibee branch and treat yourself to a sriracha-hot, crunchy, and juicy bite via dine-in, take-out, or drive-thru. You can also opt to have it safely delivered to you via the Jollibee delivery app, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and Foodpanda.
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Alagang Kapatid Foundation Inc., PLDT, Smart Celebrate A Decade Of Meaningful Collaboration
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| MVP Group of Companies Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan with the officials and staff of Alagang Kapatid Foundation Inc. (Image Source: PLDT) |
PLDT and mobile subsidiary Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) joined Alagang Kapatid Foundation Inc. (AKFI), the social development arm of TV5 Network Inc., on the celebration of its 10th year anniversary. During the celebration held at the TV5 Media Center Reliance in Mandaluyong City, PLDT and Smart, joined by their social outreach arm PLDT-Smart Foundation (PSF), signified their full commitment to joining this cause and supporting AKFI in its initiatives focused on sustainability, livelihood, healthcare, housing rehabilitation, food security, and disaster resilience.
The PLDT Group also turned over one Ligtas Kit, an all-in-one emergency communications package, to AKFI. Each PLDT-Smart Ligtas Kit provides quick, emergency communications support to communities in times of a disaster through power, mobile technology, and connectivity equipment. “This Ligtas Kit will not only keep our communities safe and prepared but will also keep our AKFI friends safe and secure as they carry out their services on ground,” said PLDT and Smart First Vice President and Corporate Communications Group Head Cathy Yang. “AKFI remains fully committed to helping more kapatids and bringing them much-needed aid in the coming years, continuing what we have started in the last decade. This is part of AKFI’s mission to become reliable partners of Filipinos nationwide,” said AKFI Executive Director Menchie Silvestre.
Established in 2011, AKFI has helped over 2,000,000 beneficiaries nationwide through extending social services and mounting disaster response, recovery, and rehabilitation. Through its humanitarian efforts, AKFI realizes its battle cry “Kaisa ka, hanggang kaya nang mag-isa.” At the event, AKFI recognized PLDT, Smart, and PSF as its reliable partners in delivering help to those who need it the most. AKFI continues to assist Filipinos in need through TV5’s various media channels and strengthened partnerships with other civil society organizations, government agencies, and the private sector.
Anchored on the core value of malasakit, the PLDT Group pledged to further support AKFI’s initiatives, together with the rest of Tulong Kapatid, the consortium of companies and foundations led by businessman Manuel V Pangilinan (MVP), to reach more Filipinos and extend much-needed help to communities in the coming years. All of these aim to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) #1 No Poverty, #2 Zero Hunger, #3 Good Health and Well-Being, #8 Decent Work and Economic Growth, and #11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.
