LG V30+ pre-orders begin on December 15





 

LG Mobile Philippines’ (LG) premium flagship phone, the V30+, is finally hitting the stores this month at SRP Php46,990, and it’s available for pre-order starting December 15 until 21. And, as a special gift this holiday season, the first 128 customers will get a LG 24” HD LED TV for free.

To avail of this exciting promo, all you have to do is visit any participating store, place your pre-order, and pay P3, 000 for down payment. Every purchase entitles you to one (1) LG 24” HD LED TV.

The smartphone can be claimed at the same store starting December 22. Make sure to present the official receipt of down payment amount and two (2) valid IDs matching the OR. If you are among the lucky first 128 customers, your free LG 24” HD LED TV will be delivered directly to your home address. 

Participating stores include: LG Concept Stores in SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, SM Mall of Asia, Greenhills, SM Pampanga, Glorietta, Alabang Town Center, Sta. Rosa, and Marquee Mall; Memoxpress in SM North Edsa, SM Marikina, SM Megamall, SM Cubao, SM Pampanga, Robinsons Ermita, SM Mall of Asia, and Festival Mall; Abenson stores in Glorietta 1 and Market Market; Electroworld in Trinoma; Digital Walker in SM Mall of Asia; Introgadgets in Trinoma and Robinsons Midtown; Silicon Valley in SM Megamall; and Ephone in Market Market.

In Visayas and Mindanao, the promo is valid in the following stores: LG Concept Stores in SM Lanang, Gaisano Mall, SM Cebu City, Ayala Centrio, SM Seaside Cebu, BQ Mall, and SM Palawan; and RC Goldline in SM Cebu City.

For more information about LG mobile phones, please visit www.lg.com/ph/mobile-phones.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



AXN Embarks on an Epic Journey in New Travel Show “Adventure Your Way”



 

AXN has added a fresh new reality series to its roster of top-rated original productions: Adventure Your Way, a weekly 30-minute travel show that explores new adventures in exciting destinations in the Philippines.

Unlike any other travel show, Adventure Your Way invites Pinoy viewers to shape the travel experience of popular host Atom Araullo by sharing their bucket lists via social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (#AXNAdventureYourWay). From these crowdsourced ideas, Atom will embark on a one-of-a-kind mission around the country equipped with only his phone and social media to guide him.  From sampling the local delicacies and meeting with the locals to discovering the most thrilling activities, Atom is completely in the hands of AXN fans.

Adventurous ideas for Atom, which could be crazy, cultural, epic or daring, can be submitted from today via AXN’s social platforms: AXN or Adventure Your Way Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages.

Atom Araullo is an award-winning TV personality and is regarded as one of the top program hosts in the industry. His most notable work is the documentary Warmer (Climate Change), which won the Bronze Medal in the World’s Best TV and Films category of the 2017 New York Festivals. Today, Atom continues to pursue his interest in documentary filmmaking.



Adventure Your Way will premiere in February 2018 first and exclusively on AXN.

Adventure Your Way is co-presented by Vivo Smart Phone, BDO, and Cherifer; and co-sponsored by Petron, Chevrolet, and Cebu Pacific.

 

AXN is available on Cablelink Channel 38, Cignal Channel 121, Destiny Cable Channel 49, Dream Satellite TV Channel 20, G Sat Channel 51, and SKYCable Channel 49. AXN HD is available on SKYCable Channel 247.

 

 

 

About AXN
AXN is Asia’s leading general entertainment channel featuring exclusive top-rated drama series, blockbuster features, reality programs and ground-breaking original productions. The channel appeals to a discerning audience seeking content that is smart, intriguing and unexpected, all delivered close to U.S telecasts. From SEAL Team and MacGyver, to The Amazing Race Asia and Asia’s Got Talent, AXN is defined not by a genre, but by an attitude that truly redefines action.

 

Launched first in Asia in 1997, AXN is a global channel brand with a presence in Latin America, Africa and Europe. In Asia, the channel is enjoyed in 126 million households across 19 territories and is available in both SD and HD.

 

AXN Asia is wholly owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment and managed by Sony Pictures Television Networks, Asia, which also operates leading channels including Animax, Sony Channel, ONE and GEM.

 

About Sony Pictures Television Networks, Asia
Sony Pictures Television (SPT) Networks, Asia is a leading operator of ad-supported channels including English general entertainment powerhouses AXN and Sony Channel; and Asian content giants Animax, GEM and ONE. SPT Networks’ portfolio collectively features the biggest and best titles from Korea, Japan and the U.S that are first run, exclusive and aired close to the original telecast. Taking the content beyond the screen, SPT Networks immerses viewers in its premium entertainment via large-scale festivals, celebrity fan meets and social platform conversations. In Asia, SPT Networks’ portfolio is available across 19 territories and in over 42 million homes.www.SonyPicturesTelevision.com.

 

 

Gift ideas this Christmas under 1000 and 2500



 

 It’s the season of gift giving, and one of the most grueling parts of the holidays has finally come upon us – choosing just what to buy for our loved ones! While the amount we spend on someone shouldn’t reflect how we feel about them, it’s still important to be able to budget our spending on gifts.

Along these lines, we’ve prepared some great gift ideas for your loved ones that we’ve laid out into two popular budget ranges. Check them out and get ready for Christmas!

 

Under Php2500

Good earphones
The gift of high-quality music is precious. So do a little research and find a pair of great earphones that’s within budget for your music-loving friends.

Fountain pen
Once you’ve tried a fountain pen, you’ll never want to go back. Fountain pens are characterized by an incredible smoothness in the way they write, and will last forever if you take care of them. You can get a really great fountain pen for Php1000-1500 – throw in a bottle of ink for about Php300-500 and you’re still under the budget!

 

Prepaid healthcare – Php2199/1599
They say that gifts are a way of showing someone that you care about them. You can translate that thoughtfulness into literal care with the MyMaxicare LITE prepaid healthcard! For a one-time payment of Php2199, the recipient of this gift can get up to Php25,000 coverage for any of 8 common diseases – dengue, chikungunya, malaria, typhoid and paratyphoid, cholera, gastroenteritis, leptospirosis, and pneumonia – valid for 1 year, and for patients between ages 2 and 60 years old. Cardholders are covered for room and board, lab tests, professional fees and more, and even get additional discounts at select health services. You can also opt for a Php1599 card that has all of these benefits, though excluding access to major hospitals.

 



 

Under Php1000

Power bank
A good power bank with a thin and light profile but a big capacity like 5000 or 10000mAh will help your loved ones stay in touch with you – or at least allow them to play a few more rounds of Candy Crush.

Dashcam
These little dashboard-mounted cameras are soon going to be an essential part of driving around the slow and furious streets of the Philippines. They’re an amazing gift for anyone who drives regularly.

Prepaid healthcare – Php549/749
Even at this lower price range, you can find great prepaid healthcare options. Maxicare’s EReady prepaid health card provides up to Php15,000 coverage on emergency medical conditions, inclusive of ER fees, dressings, casts, and sutures, IV fluids and blood products, and more. It’s valid for up to 1 year from the activation date, and cardholders are eligible if they are between the ages of 15 days old and 65 years old. EReady can be purchased for a one-time payment of Php749 for access to major hospitals, and Php549 without this access.

Prepaid healthcare services

With Maxicare’s EReady and MyMaxicare LITE prepaid cards, the HMO opens up new, more flexible opportunities for Filipinos who can’t afford the monthly dues for a more traditional healthcare plan. These innovative programs ensure that a greater number of people are able to access healthcare, leaving no one behind when it comes to what matters most.

 

To buy Maxicare prepaid healthcards, just log on to www.maxicareprepaidhealthcare.com.ph.

EReady and MyMaxicare Lite are also available in all Robinsons Department Stores (Business Center) nationwide and via IRemit.

 



The Sacred Riana as the winner of Asia’s Got Talent Season 2 on AXN

We have waited and excited to witness live who will be next winner of Asia's Got Talent Season 2 at the House Manila, Remmington Hotel. We are holding the Philippine Flag and Cheering for 2 Filipino Finalist hoping to win in the competition. 

From 10 Finalist Down to 6 still our 2 Filipino finalist are In, then from 6 down to 3 still our 2 Filipino are able to make it. It's a heartbreaking when announces that from 3 only one has to remain as the Season 2 Winner. Unfortunately our 2 fellow Filipino performer falls on the 3rd and 2nd place and Sacred Riana Wins into the final. 

It still consider as a victory for us in the Philippines though we did not make it as a Grand Champion.

We only prove that Filipinos has great talent to show all over the world. 

PHILIPPINES (December 14, 2017) Asia is spooked: After 10 riveting weeks and hundreds of acts from 15 countries, Asia has voted ‘possessed’ Indonesian illusionist The Sacred Riana as the winner of Asia’s Got Talent Season 2 on AXN. 

The hit-rated season of Asia’s Got Talent culminated with powerhouse judges, David Foster, Anggun and Jay Park taking over the stage with individual performances. David delighted the audience on piano with his world-famous piece, “Love Theme from St. Elmo’s Fire”; Anggun dazzled with her new single “What We Remember” from her latest album ‘8’; and Jay Park performed the world premiere of his new single “Forget About Tomorrow” with Yultron, backed by eight Korean hip-hop dancers.

“Our esteemed judges, David, Anggun and Jay, have been integral to the Asia’s Got Talent experience this season. Their quick wit, immense style, humor and insightful advice helped secure Asia’s Got Talent as the number one series on pay TV every Thursday night,” Lim said. 

“The viewer response to Asia’s Got Talent Season 2 has been truly overwhelming on both pay-TV and social platforms and we are thrilled to produce such a well-loved series for AXN audiences across the region,” said Virginia Lim, Senior Vice President and Head of Content, Production and Marketing, Sony Pictures Television Networks, Asia. “I extend my warmest congratulations to The Sacred Riana and to all the other grand finalists who made it so far. Asia’s Got Talent is the world’s biggest talent show and we hope that the series inspires the next generation of Asia’s stars to pursue their dreams.”

The Sacred Riana, who is an illusionist of very few words and does not break character even off-stage, appeared to single out and petrify judge Anggun in each of her acts. In the grand final, The Sacred Riana made a star tattoo suddenly appear on the superstar’s hand, before disappearing into a small box and re-emerging seconds later behind a shocked Anggun.

The Sacred Riana, whose real name is Marie Antoinette Riana Graharani, has become the most anticipated act of the season. Her spooky persona and terrifying magic tricks during the judges’ auditions, semi-finals and grand final episodes collectively achieved over 70 million views on Facebook and YouTube, making her a global sensation. 

The Sacred Riana faced serious competition in last week’s grand final show, and was up against the season’s most dynamic and popular acts including runner-up DM-X Comvalenos from the Philippines, Mongolian digital dance/artist Canion Shijirbat, Malaysia-based illusionist Sobhi Shaker, Indonesian harpist and singer Angela July, ADEM Dance Crew from Kyrgyzstan, ukulele child prodigy Feng E from Taiwan, beatboxer Neil Rey Gracia Llanes and Urban Crew both from the Philippines.   Ultimately, it was The Sacred Riana who rallied the most votes to take home the grand prize of US$100,000, courtesy of presenting sponsor, Traveloka. 

Asia’s Got Talent is the 67th adaptation of the Guinness-World-Record-breaking hit “Got Talent” format, which was created by Simon Cowell’s Syco Entertainment and is co-produced by FremantleMedia. The “Got Talent” format is officially the most successful reality TV format in history and currently airs in 186 countries.

Asia’s Got Talent is supported by presenting sponsor Traveloka, the leading travel booking app for all flight and hotel needs; sponsoring partner Great Eastern Life, the market leader in the conventional life insurance business and the largest life insurer in Malaysia by asset size; GoDaddy, the world's largest cloud platform dedicated to small, independent ventures and 100Plus, the number one isotonic drink. 

In the Philippines, Asia’s Got Talent is brought to you by Cherifer, Tangkad Sagad, KFC Delivery and Vivo Smart Phone.

Marina Bay Sands, Asia’s leading business, leisure and entertainment destination, is the official venue partner of Asia’s Got Talent.

@AsiasGotTalent / #AXNAsia / #AsiasGotTalent / #AsiasGotTalentAuditions

www.AXN-Asia.com/AsiasGotTalent

AXN is available on Cablelink Channel 38, Cignal Channel 121, Destiny Cable Channel 61, Dream Satellite TV Channel 20, G Sat Channel 51, and SKYCable Channel 49. AXN HD is available on SKYCable Channel 247.

About AXN

AXN is Asia’s leading general entertainment channel, featuring exclusive top-rated drama series, blockbuster features, reality programs and groundbreaking original productions. The channel appeals to a discerning audience seeking content that is smart, intriguing and unexpected, all delivered close to US telecasts. From The Blacklist and MacGyver to Asia’s Got Talent and The Amazing Race Asia, AXN is defined not by a genre, but by an attitude that truly redefines action.

Launched first in Asia in 1997, AXN is a global channel brand with a presence in Latin America, Africa and Europe. In Asia, the channel is enjoyed in 126 million households across 19 territories and is available in both SD and HD.

UNDP and Citi Foundation Launch Regional Program to Accelerate Youth Entrepreneurship for Social Change



Titon Mitra, UNDP Country Director in the Philippines and  Jim McCue, Citi Shared Services Asia Pacific/Japan Head and Risk Shared Services Manila Head (3rd and 4th from left) with #HackSociety winners (L-R) Krizia Lucero of Tuto Club, Keisha Mayuga of LawKo, Leah Sasing of Phinix and Angel Aniag of Arooga Health.

A regional program that targets social challenges and unemployment by harnessing youth leadership, entrepreneurship and innovation was launched by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in partnership with Citi Foundation.

 

The global youth unemployment rate is currently over 13 percent*, that is about 71 million young people, aged 15 to 24, are unemployed worldwide and about half of these live in Asia Pacific.

 

In addition, the Global Youth Survey 2017: Economic Prospects & Expectations study commissioned by Citi Foundation found that of the 7,000 respondents polled, 69% had dreams of starting their own business but only 44% were trying to do so, citing a lack of education and skills and concerns of failure.

 

The survey polled respondents across 45 cities worldwide. A majority of 78% also agreed that apprenticeships and internships were critical to future success but 60% did not feel that there were enough of such opportunities in their cities.

 

Targeted at helping young people overcome some of these challenges, the Youth Co:Lab program will convene a series of National Dialogues and Social Innovation Challenges across Asia-Pacific that will culminate in a Regional Summit to be held in Bangkok in March 2018.



Participants to the Youth Co:Lab flash their respective placards that represent the different development goals set forth by the UN.

 

The National Dialogues serve as platforms for young people to directly engage policy makers, private sector partners including incubators, youth-led organizations, NGOs and academia, on how to develop and accelerate youth-led entrepreneurship and social innovation.

 

Alongside the National Dialogues, the Social Innovation Challenges, akin to start-up hackathons, enable participating youth to showcase their proposed ideas and solutions to tackle some of the world’s biggest social challenges.

 

Through these platforms, young entrepreneurs will connect with governments, mentors, incubators, and investors who will help equip them with entrepreneurial capabilities and skills. This includes mentoring and networking opportunities as well as support to start and accelerate their social enterprises.

 

UNDP and Citi Foundation launch their partnership during the Youth Co:Lab National Dialogue: Inspiring Innovators, Leaders, Entrepreneurs and Actors for Development (i2 LEAD), held at Makati City. The two-day Dialogue brings together some 100 delegates including government officials, private sector participants, academia and youth representatives to identify challenges and solutions to improve the support and ecosystem for youth entrepreneurship in the Philippines.

 

Speaking at the launch, Jim McCue, Citi Shared Services Asia Pacific/Japan Head and Risk Shared Services Manila Head said, “We are proud to be partnering with UNDP to empower young people to take control of their future. Youth Co:Lab is part of Citi and the Citi Foundation’s Pathways to Progress** initiative to prepare urban youth to thrive in today's economy. We are doing our part by collaborating with municipal and community leaders in cities around the world to tackle youth unemployment. In addition, I firmly believe that empowering young people to lead through entrepreneurship and social innovation is a critical part of the solution.”

 

Statistics show many Asia Pacific countries are experiencing a “youth bulge” with adolescents and young adults making up a third of the population. In the Philippines, the median age of its population is 24.2 years and 32% of the 103.5 million population is under 15. It has the third youngest population in the ASEAN after Laos and Cambodia.

 

“The youth of the Philippines’ not only have a stake in the country’s development trajectory but can also play a critical role in shaping that trajectory. The challenge is to harness the creativity and dynamism of the young and align these to tackling some of the country’s most significant development challenges. UNDP is delighted to work with Citi Foundation in providing a platform to enable youth-led social enterprises to contribute to the achievement of the SDGs in the Philippines,” UNDP Philippines Country Director Titon Mitra said

 

“We hope to catalyse youth innovations, provide young entrepreneurs with better access to market information and business skills, and with government, provide a better enabling environment for youth-led enterprises. With Citi Foundation, we hope to inspire young innovators, leaders and entrepreneurs to become influential and successful actors for development.”

 

UNDP and Citi Foundation, alongside local network partners, are pioneering the National Dialogue & Social Innovation Challenge in various countries in Asia Pacific. In its inaugural year, key countries including Thailand, Philippines and China are being piloted and plans are already underway to scale up the Youth Co:Lab program across the region next year.

 

For updates, follow #YouthCoLab on social media, and visit the Youth Co:Lab Facebook.

 

 

 

*International Labor Organization
*Pathways to Progress is Citi and the Citi Foundation’s response to the persistent issue of youth unemployment globally. Led by the philanthropic efforts of the Citi Foundation, and strengthened by the active involvement of dedicated Citi volunteers, the Pathways to Progress initiative supports programs that help young people, ages 16-24, build an entrepreneurial mindset, acquire leadership, financial and workplace skills, and begin to engage in the formal economy through a first job.

 

In February 2017, the Citi Foundation announced it would expand its philanthropic commitment to empowering urban youth with an additional $100 million investment to impact the lives of 500,000 young people in cities around the world by 2020. To support these efforts, Citi is mobilizing 10,000 Citi volunteers to serve as mentors, coaches, and provide professional advice to help young people move towards their career goals.

 



Mariner of the Seas with Citi Credit Cards Set sail



 

Royal Caribbean International cordially invites Citi credit cardholders to come aboard its luxurious voyager class ship, the Mariner of the Seas!

 

This is your chance to gear up for an unforgettable holiday cruise that departs from Singapore and brings you to the sublime shores of the Asian continent. Awarded as the best cruise line for years by the international magazine Travel Weekly and considered a Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand in Asia, Royal Caribbean International has made its name by providing the best, most innovative ships, features, destinations and personalized services to its guests. Part of its 21-strong fleet, Mariner of the Seas can accommodate up to 3,114 guests on double occupancy.

 

According to David Stoughton, Citi Philippines Credit Payments Director, “this is only one of many irresistible travel offers available on our PayLite ‘Bucket List’ campaign.  For the coming months, our clients will be spoilt for choice with one-of-a-kind discounted travel experiences available on easy on the pocket payment options.”

 

Itching to go around the whole continent? Go on the 9Nights Exotic Asia Cruise, which takes you through Shanghai, Okinawa, Hong Kong, Ho Chi Minh and Singapore for as low as $288. Longing for an escapade but only have a week to spare? Not to worry—the 7Nights Exotic Asia Cruise brings you to bustling Singapore, scenic Penang and breath taking Phuket. 

 

The Mariner of the Seas also brings to wayfarers the best of Melaccan culture through the 3Nights Best of Penang Cruise that go around Singapore and Penang, and the 3Nights Weekend in Port Klang Cruise that takes you to the cosmopolitan cities of Singapore and Kuala Lumpur—all available at $246 onwards. 

 

For those eager to explore the Indochina pavilion of Southeast Asia, take your pick from the 4Nights Penang and Phuket Cruise, the 4Nights Penang and Langkawi Cruise, and the 7Nights Vietnam and Thailand Cruise.

 

Each Royal Caribbean journey, besides taking you to amazing destinations, allows you to enjoy an unforgettable onboard experience that includes delectable dining options, exciting activities, and amazing entertainment. What’s more, enjoy up to $100 onboard credits when you avail of this generous offer using Citi PayLite  up to January 31, 2018.

 

Open to all Citi cardholders, the Citi PayLite installment plan lets you enjoy 0% interest or affordable converted monthly factor rates at participating establishments and network partners nationwide. It allows light and easy installments for up to 3 months when purchasing travel packages, gadgets, apparel, appliances, and a whole lot more.

 

So what are you waiting for? Level up your vacation plans with Citi and Royal Caribbean International! Call its local office, Arpan Air Inc., at (02) 892-2701 to 03, or send an email to rylcaribbean@arpanair.com.ph, asiacruises@arpanair.com.ph or sales_rccl@arpanair.com.ph to make your booking today.

 

For more information about this exciting promotion and to know more about privileges exclusive only to Citi account holders, log on to www.citibank.com.ph.

 



Your OPPO Selfie Expert Christmas Gift Guide



 

Now that Christmas is fast approaching, we are sure you’re definitely making your way through the holiday rush. And while everyone’s squeezing in as many gatherings and Christmas shopping as possible, Selfie Expert OPPO has got you covered on finding the perfect gift for you this season as it has officially announced its holiday promo with price drops you won’t be able to resist.

Here’s a Selfie Expert Christmas gift guide for your monitos and monitas, and even for you!

 

 

Feeling a little extra this Christmas? Go get the OPPO F3 Plus for only PhP19,990!

The 6-inch full HD design of the OPPO F3 Plus will definitely give you extra plus points on your gatherings. Taking groufies has never been more fun with its dual selfie camera, as the wide-angle lens can surely fit a lot of people in one shot. If you’re feeling a little more traditional, feel free to use its rear 16MP camera that is equipped with a Sony IMX398 sensor for crisp and clear photos.

 

You won’t even have to worry about storage anymore because the OPPO F3 Plus has a built-in 64GB storage, so you’ll be able to stock as many selfies and groufies as you can. It also comes with a fingerprint scanner which allows you to access your phone the fastest way possible. Not to mention, it packs a 4,000mAH battery with VOOC rapid charging technology to keep you online all the time.

 
You want an all-around phone? Grab the F3 for only PhP13,990!

Make everyone fit in your groufies with the dual selfie camera of the OPPO F3! Everyday tasks will never be a problem with its octa-core processor and ample 64GB storage. Not to mention its two sim-card capacity and even a dedicated microSD slot for all of your selfies, groufies and videos.

 

 

 
A little budget-conscious? Get the OPPO A57 for only PhP10,990!

 

And if you’re looking for a smartphone that won’t stretch your budget, the OPPO A57 is the perfect smartphone for you!  It comes with a fingerprint scanner, a 13MP front camera, a 16MP rear camera with Beautify 4.0, and a 32GB internal storage – definitely a Selfie Expert standout at a much affordable price.

 

Getting an OPPO phone can’t be more fulfilling than ever, you can even get freebies such as Bluetooth speakers, selfie sticks and more for every purchase. Whatever your smartphone preference is, OPPO has you covered for that ideal Christmas selfie.

 

Here’s to fulfilling your Christmas wish list this year! For more exciting updates about the OPPO F5 Youth, make sure to tune in to OPPO Philippines’ Official Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/OPPOPH/.

 

Get the ideal Christmas selfie companion this holiday season!