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| The TECNO booth at Billboard Philippines' Mainstage anniversary event, showcasing an exclusive preview at the new TECNO SPARK 30 series (Image Source: The Manila Times/TECNO Philippines) |
Reinforcing its presence in the country’s entertainment scene, TECNO has been named the official smartphone partner of Billboard Philippines’ highly anticipated “Mainstage – The Year One Anniversary” event, a celebration of music and entertainment. Held last October 15, 2024 at the SM Mall Of Asia Arena in Pasay City, the milestone event showcased local talent and brought together some of the Philippines’ top musicians, celebrities, and rising stars. Bridging technology and entertainment, TECNO’s exclusive booth offered a sneak peak of TECNO’s latest SPARK 30 Series, the SPARK 30 and SPARK 30 Pro. Guests had the opportunity to experience the new devices ahead of the official public roll out and checked out their entertainment-focused features as well as their unique IP collaboration design with Hasbro’s TRANSFORMERS franchise. The booth was a crowd drawer as visitors tried out the phones, experienced their smooth gaming and multimedia capabilities, and learned more about TECNO’s vision for the future of mobile entertainment.
Positioned as an entry-level yet powerful smartphone range, the SPARK 30 Series is designed for users who want an all-around, durable device for gaming, entertainment, and everyday use. It creates an immersive entertainment space for users through vibrant audiovisual experiences. The 120Hz AMOLED Eye-care Screen has a TÜV Low Blue Light Eye certification. The SPARK 30 Pro is certified by TÜV Rheinland and offers incredible five-year lag-free operation, standing out in its class as a must-have device for a seamless experience. The key features of the SPARK 30 include the up to 800 nits Bright Display 6.8-inch Full HD+ smooth display, a 64MP ultra-clear camera with Sony IMX682 sensor and a G91 Gaming processor. The 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging ensures users can enjoy long hours of seamless content consumption and gaming. The SPARK 30 Pro adds to this experience with enhanced performance powered by MediaTek’s Helio G100 processor, boasting an Antutu score over 420,000, adding to the fluid performance even more. Additionally, both models are water-resistant with the SPARK 30 equipped with IP64 certification.
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Adding to the excitement is TECNO’s partnership with TRANSFORMERS which brings a unique, limited-edition design to the SPARK 30 Series, appealing to fans of both the franchise and of stylish, modern smartphone designs. The SPARK 30 Series will officially launch in the Philippines on November 5, 2024, coinciding with the country’s massive 11.11 sales event where it will be available both on TECNO’s offline and online platforms. With its entertainment and gaming-centric features, the SPARK 30 series is set to capture the attention of young Filipinos looking for a high-performing yet affordable smartphone.
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Skechers Crowns Pia Wurtzbach As Brand Ambassador
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| Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach, Skechers' newest brand ambassador for the Philippines, wearing one of Skechers' diverse footwear styles utilizing the brand's Hands Free Slip-Ins technology (Image Source: INQUIRER.net/Skechers Philippines) |
Pia Wurtzbach is stepping into the spotlight in total comfort thanks to Skechers. The global lifestyle and performance brand known for its trending styles and coveted innovations has announced that Wurtzbach has joined The Comfort Technology Company® as the first ambassador for the Philippines. The beauty queen, model, actress and fitness enthusiast will promote Skechers’ diverse range of footwear, including styles featuring its popular Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins technology. Miss Universe 2015 said, “Skechers is the brand I’m sure of when it comes to commitment to comfort without compromising style. With the profession I’m in, it’s important for me to have footwear I can rely on, and a brand that has everything I need for the types of activities that I do. Whether it’s a busy day at Fashion Week or a morning on my quiet days running at the park, I always find myself reaching for the right Skechers pair. I’m deeply honored and thrilled to join the Skechers team, and I can’t wait to share my journey with them."
“Skechers has placed particular importance and investment in the Philippines, and as we continue to build our business in the market, we felt the time was right to have a Filipino that embodies both the country and the brand’s culture. We found just that with Pia Wurtzbach. Pia’s influence across many areas along with her dedication to an active lifestyle aligns with our brand’s diverse ethos. We look forward to working with Pia to inspire others to take that first step with Skechers and realize their full potential," said Skechers Philippines Country Manager Suzette Pasustento. An elegant modern-day fashion icon, Wurtzbach has amassed a strong fan base locally and internationally and shines through with her impressive accomplishments. A finisher of the 2022 New York City Marathon and a regular at global fashion weeks, she embodies the perfect blend of style and fitness. The ambassadorship is an ideal match with Wurtzbach’s effortlessly chic personality paired with Skechers’ popular designs that cater to both trend-savvy individuals and active enthusiasts alike.
Wurtzbach joins a team of global Skechers ambassadors — from music icon Snoop Dogg, lifestyle legend Martha Stewart, America’s Got Talent host Howie Mandel, and TV and fitness personalities Amanda Kloots and Brooke Burke to former professional athletes such as Sugar Ray Leonard. The roster of elite pros around the world competing in Skechers footwear includes basketball players Julius Randle and Terance Mann, both of whom recently toured the Philippines, as well as Joel Embiid and Rickea Jackson; golfers Matt Fitzpatrick and Brooke Henderson; soccer players Harry Kane, Mohammed Kudus and Oleksandr Zinchenko; baseball players Clayton Kershaw, Aaron Nola, Chris Taylor and Brendan Donovan; and pickleball pros Tyson McGuffin and Catherine Parenteau. Skechers offers its complete range of footwear at Skechers retail stores as well as at department stores and footwear retailers around the globe.
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Love, Health And Paranormal Wellness On Radyo 630 With Experts Coach V, Doc Lulu Marquez And Stargazer
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| Radyo 630 program hosts (L-R) Doc Lulu Marquez, Stargazer and Coach V (Image Source: ABS-CBN Corporation) |
Filipinos tuning in to Radyo 630, Teleradyo Serbisyo and Prime TV Philippines are getting more than just news — they can get advice on matters of the heart, improve their health, and explore the supernatural, all in one station through its new programs hosted by love specialists "Coach V" Vanessa Antonio and Doc Lulu Marquez, and psychic expert Stargazer.
Coach V, a renowned dating coach/matchmaker, shares her expertise with a wider audience on finding love and building meaningful connections through her Radyo 630 show "Love Konek", airing weeknights at 10:00 pm. As for what to expect on "Love Konek", Coach V candidly shared a piece of love advice that revolves around the show's core theme of fostering ideal romantic relationships. "If you want to sustain the romance with your partner, a simple kiss and hug daily will do dividends, with an ideal hug lasting 20 seconds and smooch for about six seconds to stimulate our body's bonding hormones. For other love advice, make sure to tune in to 'Love Konek'," said Coach V. Meanwhile, health specialist Doc Lulu is back on the airwaves — providing a safe space for individuals and couples to discuss private bed matters for positive sexual wellness and maintaining healthy relationships in her weekly program "Private Talks", hosted alongside radio anchor Imee Estareja every Sunday at 12:00 midnight. "The show promotes comprehensive sexual education to free the mind of most Filipinos regarding their inhibitions or concerns, understanding their sexuality, teaching the value of responsibility, and healing them through sexual wellness to lead happy lives. I am fulfilled in communicating the wonders of sexual health through Radyo 630," shared Doc Lulu. Complementing Radyo 630's cause of helping Filipinos to reach overall wellness is Stargazer's program "Feel Kita" where she helps audiences explore their psyche and comprehend paranormal phenomena as guidance to their day-to-day lives — airing Saturdays at 8:00 pm. "More than fortunetelling, predictions, and delving into tales of mystical circumstances, 'Feel Kita' talks about the paranormal in a more understandable approach, where I also find fulfillment to be able to guide people in their daily lives with a different kind of life coaching technique using my special gift," elaborated Stargazer.
Apart from AM radio on the 630 kHz band, audiences can tune in to these shows on-air via Teleradyo Serbisyo on cable TV via SKYcable and various cable operators nationwide and Prime TV Philippines on digital free TV thru BEAM (Broadcast Enterprises and Affiliated Media) in select areas nationwide and online thru live streaming on its official YouTube channel or on iWantTFC. Alongside these shows, viewers can continue getting their daily dose of news and information on Radyo 630, Teleradyo Serbisyo and Prime TV Philippines such as "Radyo 630 Balita" anchored by Robert Mano, "Gising Pilipinas" and "Teleradyo Serbisyo Balita" with Alvin Elchico and Doris Bigornia, "Kabayan" anchored by Noli de Castro, "Balitapatan" with Peter Musngi and Rica Lazo, "Tatak: Serbisyo" anchored by Winnie Cordero, and "Headline Ngayon" by Jonathan Magistrado, among others. Follow Radyo 630 on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok for more news updates and public service announcements.
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BRAVE CF To Debut In Austria With Record-Breaking BRAVE CF 90
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BRAVE Combat Federation is set to break new ground with BRAVE CF 90 as the global mixed martial arts (MMA) organization will be debuting in Austria with the event on November 23, 2024, in association with leading local promotion Sparta CF, at the Multiverse Schwechat arena in Vienna. BRAVE CF 90 will be a landmark event as Austria becomes the 35th nation globally and the 16th European nation to host BRAVE Combat Federation; both world records that no other organization has matched.
Earlier this year, BRAVE Combat Federation extended its record as the most hosted MMA organization globally with inaugural events in Mauritius, the Netherlands, China, and Bulgaria and the upcoming event in Austria will further elevate the benchmarks. While the global influence of BRAVE CF will continue with the event, it also reinforces the organization’s position as the industry leader in European MMA. This year, BRAVE CF has already hosted two events each in Slovenia and the Netherlands, one event in Bulgaria, and one in Spain, demonstrating its commitment to promoting MMA in Europe. The Austrian event will continue this expansion after successful events in Northern Ireland, England, Romania, Slovenia, Sweden, Russia, Belarus, Italy, Poland, Serbia, Germany, France, Spain, the Netherlands and Bulgaria.
The BRAVE CF event in Austria is also expected to transform the local MMA scene by bringing top international stars while providing global exposure to talented fighters from Austria. Austria’s Ismail Naurdiev has already made a name for himself at BRAVE Combat Federation, having challenged for the world title twice. The upcoming event will create opportunities for more Austrian fighters to showcase their skills on a global stage. BRAVE CF’s vision has elevated MMA to national sports status in several European nations including Slovenia, Serbia, and Spain with Austria slated to join this list. BRAVE CF 90 will be the tenth event of the organization in 2024 following successful events in Slovenia, Mauritius, the Netherlands, China, Pakistan, Bulgaria, and Spain.
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iWantTFC PPV Brings The "Grand BINIverse" Experience Live To BLOOMs Online
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The sold-out concert of the Nation's Girl Group BINI is coming to iWantTFC, the Home of Filipino Stories, as the three-day BLOOM extravaganza "Grand BINIverse" streams to the global audience live from the Smart Araneta Coliseum on iWantTFC.com and the iWantTFC app (Android and iOS) on November 16–18, 2024. iWantTickets, iWantTFC's official ticketing platform, will also stream the three-day event in the Philippines and select countries worldwide such as USA, Canada, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and the UAE.
With its "Salamin, Salamin" package, viewers can have access to the highly anticipated concert, alongside a special pre-show and up-close soundcheck footage, starting at Php1,290 (US$29.99) for a pay-per-view day pass on any selected date. Meanwhile, BLOOMs can also have more exclusive access to all the happenings in the "Grand BINIverse" concert via its "Cherry On Top" premium package, featuring its multi-cam access for a more personalized viewing experience of their 'One True 8' priced at Php2,490 (US$49.99) per pay-per-view day pass. As an early bonus for BLOOMs, users can catch all shows for only the price of two day passes. Priced at Php2,599 (US$59.99) for the "Salamin, Salamin" PPV package and Php4,999 (US$99.99) for the "Cherry On Top" premium package, viewers can watch all three shows alongside its corresponding pre-shows and soundchecks. BLOOMs can now avail of these pay-per-view passes on iWantTFC.com or its official app (available on iOS and Android) and via iWantTickets (tickets.iwanttfc.com).
Join Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena as they perform their bop hits "Pantropiko", "Salamin, Salamin", "Lagi" and more in their biggest three-day BLOOM extravaganza "Grand BINIverse", streaming live globally on iWantTFC PPV. Keep the BINI fever rolling by streaming their docuseries "BINI Chapter 1: Born to Win" (registration required) as well as "One Dream: The BGYO-BINI Journey", "The Duality Of BINI", "BINI Roadtrip Adventures" and official music videos of BINI's hit songs for free and on-demand on iWantTFC. Easy access to iWantTFC's content library is only available for free exclusively in the Philippines. Aside from portable devices, users can enjoy the iWantTFC viewing experience on a larger screen with select devices, available on Chromecast and Airplay, among others.
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PH Is Sole Owner Of Cabal: Infinite Combo's Throne Protector
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COMBO Interactive brings the legendary MMORPG back to the shores of the Philippines and Southeast Asia via Cabal: Infinite Combo. To celebrate it, the Night of Knights was held last October 5, 2024 at House Manila in order to celebrate with the people anticipating the official return of the game including the media, influencers, guild leaders, and community leaders of CABAL and various games. Amidst the high energy of the party, an auction was held and opened to everyone in attendance. It was a tough competition as the bid climbed higher until it reached the Php4.4M mark which is considered to be the highest bid in the history of video gaming auctions in the country. This winning bidder became the sole owner of The Throne Protector in Southeast Asia, containing various buffs for the character who will hold this glorious in-game title.
There were tons of exciting plans in store for CABAL players as COMBO revealed their road map in the party. And one of the most immediate events is the Closed Beta Test (CBT) which is now available to the public until October 28, 2024 where SEA gamers can access and test the game with accounts that will reset once the test ends. There’s no better way for any CABAL player to prepare for the CBT than to have the game client on your device which is now downloadable for everyone. The land of the SEA is about to be engulfed in the flames of the battle for the throne. Will you step into combat? Be ready. Claim the throne. Be the True King. Enlist and pre-register now at https://playcbm.com/cabalmphpas.
