Technology

#StrongerQueenWithin at Miss Universe Philippines 2021 Coronation Night Powered by PLDT Home

Tuesday, September 28, 2021

     As the official broadband partner of Miss Universe Philippines (MUP) 2021, PLDT Home reignites its commitment in powering young Filipina queens on their quest to become an inspiration to the world.

     The country’s leading telecommunications and digital services provider joins millions of Filipinos online this September 30 (Thursday), as 28 Miss Universe Philippines candidates get together at the Henann Resort Alona Beach, Bohol for the Grand Coronation night. What to expect: A showcase of beauty, talent, and heart that will altogether define what it means to be a #StrongerQueenWithin!

#StrongerQueenWithin at Miss Universe Philippines 2021 Coronation Night Powered by PLDT Home
PLDT Home powers Miss Universe Philippines 2021 coronation night. “Together, we continue to inspire and power Filipinas to be a #StrongerQueenWithin,” said Shamcey Supsup-Lee, MUP national director. (Photo credit: Shamcey Supsup-Lee)

These Wifi 6 Routers are the New Work-from-Home Essentials

Saturday, September 25, 2021

     Remote work is here to stay and for many, it has become an opportunity to discover better ways to work efficiently or pursue their own passion projects at home. Because of this, people have turned to home improvement projects and transform areas of their houses into ad hoc offices that will be conducive to working. This pivot to work from home has had people re-designing and optimizing their home spaces for work by investing in more technological solutions that help boost their productivity.

     At the frontline of this digital shift for the Filipino workforce, PLDT Home—the country’s fastest home broadband and leading digital services provider—brings families next-level connectivity that’s perfect for work-from-home setup with Wifi 6 solutions.

These Wifi 6 Routers are the New Work-from-Home Essentials

PLDT Home Biz e-Commerce Solutions

Tuesday, August 24, 2021

     One of the things that the pandemic has taught me is to do better at home. No one can stop me from my side hustles and from doing what I love to do. Despite the challenges of the global health crisis, the country's small business ecosystem continues to thrive as resilient entrepreneurs make the shift and explore the opportunities of going into digital.

     In its commitment to help build and enable this business sector through digital acceleration, PLDT Home Biz recently held a launch event to introduce its latest Asenso Fiber Plans featuring bigger, better, and faster digital solutions tailor-fit to the needs of the home-based entrepreneur. This is a great opportunity for me and for those who are hustling at the comfort of their homes, find out the exciting offerings that PLDT Home is offering in the coming months.

PLDT Home Biz e-Commerce Solutions

Free Doctor Consultation with National mWellness Day on August 28-29

Friday, August 20, 2021

     The first nationwide medical mission in the Philippines is National mWellness Day on August 28- 29, 2021. mWell, the country’s first fully integrated health and wellness mobile app brings another radical move to provide healthcare access to millions of Filipinos especially with heightened restrictions throughout the country due to the spike of COVID-19 cases brought about by the Delta variant.

     In an unprecedented first in telehealth consultation, patients anywhere in the Philippines—Luzon’s outlying regions Ilocos, Cordillera Administrative Region, or Cagayan Valley, as well as distant and hard to reach islands in the Visayas, and Mindanao’s southernmost Soccsksargen—will have quality free doctor consultation. mWell, by Metro Pacific Health Tech, gives users the added sense of security and medical support with this latest innovation.

Free Doctor Consultation with National mWellness Day on August 28-29

mWell Health and Wellness App Launch

Saturday, August 14, 2021

     Last July 23, 2021, Metro Pacific Health Tech Corporation (MPHTC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (PSE: MPI), transforms the digital health care ecosystem with the launch of mWell, an all-in-one app meticulously created for the Filipino’s holistic well-being, providing professional consultations, wellness programs, products and delivery services. 

     Headed by MPIC Chairman, Manny V. Pangilinan is truly confident and excited with MPIC group’s newest foray in digital health care, “Through a collaboration with trusted health experts, mWell will develop an ecosystem to bring integrated digital health care closer to every Filipino, even beyond the pandemic. mWell will empower every Filipino to be in control of their health with just one app.”

mWell Health and Wellness App Launch

PLDT Store Online Meeting

Thursday, August 12, 2021

     In its aim to better serve customers in this pandemic, PLDT Home introduces an online booking appointment accessible through the PLDT Home website (pldthome.com). This new service provides existing subscribers and interested applicants the convenience to schedule an in-store or virtual appointment with a PLDT store representative.

     Customers can arrange for an online one-on-one meeting with store personnel at their preferred PLDT store location when applying for a new PLDT Home Fibr line, request for an upgrade, and report after-sales service concerns.

PLDT Store Online Meeting

National mWellness Day National Vitrual Medical Mission

Tuesday, August 10, 2021

     Better healthcare access for Filipinos becomes a reality as mWell, the country’s first fully integrated health & wellness mobile app by Metro Pacific Health Tech, makes history with the first and largest nationwide virtual medical mission in the Philippines - the National mWellness Day.

     This two-day virtual event, an unprecedented first in the telehealth and healthcare industry, will be held on August 28-29, 2021. During the National mWellness Day, mWell app users anywhere in the country can avail of free online teleconsultations from a roster of specialized doctors including dermatologists, gastroenterologists, doctors of internal medicine, gynecologists, pediatrics, and psychiatrists, among others.

National mWellness Day National Vitrual Medical Mission

Sarah Geronimo, KathNiel, SB19 Shine at the First-Ever Acer Day 2021 Online Concert

Sunday, August 08, 2021

     Acer ambassadors Sarah Geronimo, Daniel Padilla, Kathryn Bernardo, and SB19 represented the Philippines during the first-ever online Acer Day concert.

     The concert, which was part of the Acer Day 2021 celebration, was telecasted virtually for free across 10 regions with rewards, promotions, and gifts for consumers and Acer fans. It was a resounding success, with five trending topics on Twitter coming from the said event including the No. 1 hashtag, #SB19ForAcer!

Sarah Geronimo, KathNiel, SB19 Shine at the First-Ever Acer Day 2021 Online Concert

SB19 Joins Acer’s Star-Studded Roster of Ambassadors

Friday, August 06, 2021

     Phenomenal Filipino boy group SB19 joins “Popstar Royalty”, Sarah Geronimo, and the hottest loveteam, Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, as brand ambassadors of the ICT giant, Acer.

     The group—composed of Stell, Josh, Pablo, Ken, and Justin—is the first Filipino and Southeast Asian act to be nominated for the Billboard Music Awards under the top social artist category, where they competed against the likes of K-pop groups BTS, Blackpink, Seventeen, and American artist Ariana Grande. Geronimo, Bernardo, Padilla, and SB19 headline the first-ever Acer Day 2021 online concert on August 7 at 8PM, which will be live-streamed on Acer Philippines’ Facebook page (Acer Philippines).

SB19 Joins Acer’s Star-Studded Roster of Ambassadors

Acer Encourages All To ‘Live Your World’ This Acer Day

Wednesday, August 04, 2021

     The annual Acer Day celebration is back this year and will be held virtually across 10 regions. Amid the challenges of the pandemic, this event which features fabulous rewards, promotions, and gifts has been themed ‘Live Your World’ to encourage everybody to make the best of whatever situation they are in.

     Acer Day was first introduced in 2017 to celebrate the brand’s achievements with customers. This year, Acer is bringing the celebration online due to public health concerns during the pandemic. In line with the ‘Live Your World’ theme, Acer collaborated with six young and vibrant singers virtually to produce the special song of the theme title. 

Acer Encourages All To ‘Live Your World’ This Acer Day

LOOK: Sarah Geronimo is the Newest Member of Acer Family

Saturday, July 31, 2021

     All eyes and ears on Acer as they welcome Sarah Geronimo as their newest celebrity ambassador. Everyone will definitely be in for a treat as the Popstar Royalty will be headlining their upcoming song for #AcerDay2021.

     Acer’s biggest annual brand event is back, and this time it will be launched simultaneously across the Asia Pacific! The ICT giant is just getting started with the announcement of Sarah Geronimo as their newest family member. This leaves us wondering what else does Acer have up on their sleeve on this year’s Acer Day.

LOOK: Sarah Geronimo is the Newest Member of Acer Family

K-dramas Now on Viu with PLDT Home

Monday, July 19, 2021

     One of the things that I miss doing in the past weeks is watching my favorite K-drama. Because of my busy schedule, I lost interest in sitting in front of the television, and get excited in the next drama scenes. I think it's time to catch up on missed episodes or new shows this month as the country’s fastest internet provider that enables better digital entertainment at home, PLDT Home partnered with Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, to give more Filipino families access to a wide catalog of Asian dramas, especially the most-loved Korean series and TV shows. 

     Korean dramas, or K-dramas, continue to capture the fascination of Filipino viewers. Especially during the quarantine, it has become a staple source of entertainment for Filipino households. Now, PLDT Home subscribers can enjoy a Viu Premium subscription for a discounted rate of Php 80/month that comes with free one (1) month Viu Premium access for uninterrupted viewing with zero ads, unlimited downloads and first access to the newest Viu shows. It's time to stock up on your favorite Korean treats or enjoy a Samgyupsal night with family and friends as you enjoy these top shows you don't wanna miss on Viu:

K-dramas Now on Viu with PLDT Home

KathNiel Leads Acer’s Learn from Home Program

Sunday, June 13, 2021

     Now is the perfect time to upgrade your study set-up with Acer’s Learn from Home Program. Get the biggest deals on Acer laptops, desktops, monitors, and projectors with discounts up to Php8,000 plus a free Acer tablet (on selected models) from June 16 to July 18, 2021. Predator gaming laptops, desktops, and AOPEN monitors will also be up for grabs with discounts up to Php40,000 and a free gaming chair (on selected models).

      With the shift of the educational sector to digital, students and most importantly the parents had to adapt to the new norm. Classes are being held online, and with this new method of learning, having the best learning set-up is essential. Acer laptops are equipped with the latest mobile processors and specs needed to further boost any student’s productivity.

KathNiel Leads Acer’s Learn from Home Program

PLDT Home x Viu

Wednesday, June 09, 2021

     There is no stopping K-drama fans and serial binge-watchers from falling deeper into the Korean entertainment scene, with its extensive array of top-quality drama series, films, and reality shows. From thrillers and mysteries that keep them on the edge of their seats, heartwarming stories of family and friendship, to the most swoon-worthy romances and inspiring journeys to reaching one’s dreams, it offers an infinite world to discover and keep aficionados spoiled for choice.

     Now, K-drama fans can enjoy a better viewing experience with their K-tribe at home as the country’s fastest home broadband, PLDT Home, launches its partnership with Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service.

PLDT Home x Viu

PLDT rolls out 700,000 ports, increases capacity to 10.2 million homes passed, widest in PH

Saturday, June 05, 2021

     PLDT aggressively increases its fiber capacity to 10.2 million homes passed with its fiber-to-the-home ports now reaching 700,000 nationwide, the Philippines’ widest fiber network.

     “Despite the restrictions brought about by the pandemic, PLDT has been relentless in expanding and upgrading our network. Powered by the fastest broadband in the Philippines, our customers can work, study, earn, and enjoy better at home,” said Butch G. Jimenez, Senior Vice President and Head of PLDT Home Business.

PLDT rolls out 700,000 ports, increases capacity to 10.2 million homes passed, widest in PH

Product Review: Canon Inspic S Instant Camera Printer +App

Thursday, May 27, 2021

     We are living in a world of instant, thanks to innovation and technology because it makes everything a breeze. If you follow me on my social media accounts, I'm sure that you've seen posts and updates on my Canon Inspic S Camera. This instant camera is really nice and I can't stop raving about it to my readers and constantly recommending it to my family and friends (hello, Christmas).

     So yeah, it's been months since we've tried and tested this instant camera. I can't think of negative things about Inspic S. The prints are nice and most importantly, have fun while looking at photographed memories that you can print and stick in an instant. For those who want to see the unboxing video (watch below) or click HERE. More details about Canon Inspic S and some notes that I think I missed in the unboxing and review video below.

Product Review: Canon Inspic S Instant Camera Printer +App
Canon Inspic S in Pearl White

Planning for the Perfect Lockdown Date with Your Significant Other

Sunday, May 23, 2021

     Going on regular dates with your significant other is one of the many ways you can keep the romance alive and strengthen your bond and commitment to one another. As you explore different dining places and travel to popular destinations within and outside Metro Manila together, you and your partner can experience much-needed timeout from your day-to-day routine and better see each other in a new and exciting light.

     Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic drastically changed everything, including the options for outings among Filipino couples. Even today government restrictions on movement and gatherings are still widely implemented in many places around the Philippines. That means candlelit dinners in fancy restaurants, watching concerts and musicals, and other similar activities are no longer viable options for the time being.

Planning for the Perfect Lockdown Date with Your Significant Other

Get a FREE Acer One 8 T2 Tablet in #AcerOnePlusJuan Bundle

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

     Hit two birds with one stone with #AcerOnePlusJuan promo. You surely wouldn’t want to miss the chance to get a free Acer One 8 T2 tablet when you buy an Acer Swift of Spin laptop from April 8 to May 9, 2021.

     Working and learning from home will be a breeze with the Acer Swift or Spin laptop. Staying at the highest level of your work or school productivity is made easy with its powerful specs and overall performance. And as an added bonus, you’ll get a free One 8 T2 Tablet worth Php 5,990 when you purchase one.

Get a FREE Acer One 8 T2 Tablet in #AcerOnePlusJuan Bundle

Canon EOS R3 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

     Canon recently announced that the company is currently developing the new EOS R3 full-frame mirrorless camera, which will feature a newly developed 35mm full-frame, backlit, stacked CMOS sensor and a DIGIC X image processor. The new camera is designed to provide the high-level basic functionality required to meet the needs of professional and enthusiast users.

     The currently-in-development EOS R3 is based on the concept of high speed, high sensitivity and high reliability. The EOS R3 will be introduced into Canon’s lineup of professional and enthusiast cameras that includes the EOS-1D X Mark III flagship DSLR camera (released in February 2020) and the EOS 5 series, including the EOS R5 full-frame mirrorless camera (released in July 2020). The EOS R3 aims to provide professional-level quality for both stills and video capture, even for moving subjects.

Canon EOS R3 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
Canon Announces Development of the EOS R3 Full-frame Mirrorless Camera that Delivers High Speed, High Sensitivity and High Reliability to Expand Users’ Range of Photographic Possibilities

NEED: Canon Inspic S and Canon EOS M50 Mark II Mirrorless Camera

Monday, April 12, 2021

     After five years, the much-needed blogging/vlogging gears upgrade happened last month. The decision did not happen overnight but thinking of what brand to get is a no-brainer because it's like the song "Always Been You" by Imajin, hahaha! There are a couple of brands to consider but Canon has always been in my mind and in my heart. It's what my vlogger friends use and recommend especially if you are looking for a super nice camera to take photos and shoot videos for online content creation. No wonder why the infamous Canon Powershot G7 X Mark is dubbed as the "most recommended vlogging camera" by beauty and lifestyle vloggers when the rise of video content hit the Philippine shores some years ago.

     Fast forward today, I finally get a hold of these babies that I'll be using to create high-quality content in this blog and in our vlogs (my husband is a content creator too a.ka. Pinoy Drunken Chef). Since we are going to use these gears mostly for vlogging, instead of getting the latest Canon G7 X Mark III (that's also really nice if you're a newbie vlogger and prefers a small and compact camera) we opted for another model of Canon camera that's selling like hotcakes since it was launched last February this year- Canon EOS M50 Mark II Mirrorless Camera. Get to know more about Canon EOS M50 Mark II and my other baby Canon Inspic S (that I'll also be using to shoot random photos but in a more fun way) after the jump!

NEED: Canon Inspic S and Canon EOS M50 Mark II Mirrorless Camera
L: Canon EOS M50 Mark II Mirrorless Camera Body with 15-45mm IS STM Lens Kit
R: Canon iNSPiC [S] ZV-123A in Pearl White

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