Product Review: WIKO T10- We Cool with WIKO

     Looking for a new phone with a large battery capacity, that can capture decent and nice photos with big storage for a very affordable price? I gotchu!!! This European brand of smartphones got you covered. When I first heard of the brand, I was a bit skeptical because of the price. I've owned a couple of budget smartphones way back in the same price range but the features of WIKO T10 is at par when it comes to battery, camera, and design.

     WIKO is a consumer electronics company based in France. Dedicated to creating smartphones and ecological scenario-driven products for the young generation and internet users, WIKO values innovative technology, aesthetic design, and superb user experiences. So if you are planning to buy a smartphone for gifting this holiday season or you simply want to have an extra phone, WIKO T10 is for you. The price is also perfect for gifting your techie friends and loved ones. Sharing my thoughts after road-testing this unit and discover why it's dubbed as the French Iconic Entertainment Phone for the Gen Z after the jump.

Product Review: WIKO T10- We Cool with WIKO

Rex Education Launches “Little Explorers” to Educate and Empower Homes on Early Childhood Education

     Scientific studies have shown that 90% of a child’s brain development happens before the age of five. From 1 to 2 years old, babies begin to explore and discover things. At 2.5 to 3 years old, toddlers start to develop their personality and expand their vocabulary. When they turn 3.5 years old, they start to interact with other kids and adults.

     This underscores how vital early childhood education (ECE) is for every child’s lifelong learning development. In fact, a 2019 study published by Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) found that learners who were reported to perform early literacy and numeracy tasks very well scored over one standard deviation higher than their peers who could not do these tasks well. This is proof that the urgency of calling attention to ECE is not just a local conversation, but something that is being championed in the international scene.

Rex Education Launches “Little Explorers” to Educate and Empower Homes on Early Childhood Education

(L-R) Don Timothy Buhain - Chief Executive Officer, Rex Education, Atty. Dominador Buhain - Chairman, Rex Education, Maye Yao Co Say - Chief Operating Officer, Richwell Phils. Group of Companies, Stephanie Alviso - Representative from Woop Mama Club Philippines and Cornelio Robert Briz General Manager, Rex Education- Early Chidlhood Education Unit.

The Most Important Factors In Selecting Your Wedding Ring

     Selecting a wedding ring is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. It's a symbol of your love and commitment, which will be worn daily for the rest of your life. So it's essential to take your time and choose the ring that's perfect for you. It all comes down to a few key factors:

The Most Important Factors In Selecting Your Wedding Ring
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Pooja-Accamma Somaiah stuns in a George Trochopoulos gown on the red carpet at the British Fashion Awards 2022

     Exuding elegance at The Fashion Awards, Pooja-Accamma Somaiah dawned a gorgeous George Trochopoulos pink and silver, fringed stripe gown made entirely of mohair and silver up-cycled yarn. George is the 21-year-old fashion mastermind behind Dua Lipa's viral party dress and Emma Chamberlain's sexy horse ranch dress. Held by the British Fashion Council; this star-studded event is attended by A-list celebrities and some of the most influential designers in the fashion industry.

     The makeup was done by the legendary Kirstin Piggott and hair by the fabulous Kei Terada. Kirstin's work can regularly be seen gracing the covers of some of the world's most influential magazines featuring the likes of Kate Moss and Georgia May Jagger. Kei's hairstyling has been in multiple issues of Vogue as well as Harper's Bazaar, V Magazine, the WSJ and over 100 magazines.

Pooja-Accamma Somaiah stuns in a George Trochopoulos gown on the red carpet at the British Fashion Awards 2022

Enjoy Christmas Better with PLDT Home’s Biggest Holideals

     Get ready for a merrier and better Christmas season as PLDT Home brings back Holideals! Starting November, PLDT Home subscribers can enjoy exclusive deals on Fiber plans, chance to win smart home devices, and raffle prizes of up to P5 Million in cash.

Enjoy Christmas Better with PLDT Home’s Biggest Holideals

Immerse Yourself in a Christmas Wonderland at Crosswinds Tagaytay

     Twinkling lights, sharp, sweet, and refreshing aromas of pine trees, a cool breeze, Christmas music, and a fairytale-like ambiance—the festive season is particularly magical at Crosswinds Tagaytay. Crosswinds, located on one of Tagaytay's highest points, is a 100-hectare Swiss-inspired development that transforms into an enchanting destination during the colder months of the year, particularly in the weeks leading up to Christmas.

     At Crosswinds, residents can wander around the community, admire the Christmas lights and festive decorations, listen to music, and enjoy the magical atmosphere with mulled wine. Crosswinds delight both young and old in the run-up to Christmas.

Immerse Yourself in a Christmas Wonderland at Crosswinds Tagaytay

4 Easy Tips on How to Manage Your Family's Finances

     As the years pass by, I've come to realize that the phrase "adulting is real" is hitting close to home. Now, I truly understand what my parents would always tell me back in my younger years about the importance of budgeting and saving money especially when you have your own family. 

     We have a bakeshop and rental business way back that's why I easily get what I want without begging my parents to buy it for me. They're the ones who manage our finances and all I do is ask them to buy it even if it's not necessary. There were times when they will not give me what I want because they are saving up in order to sustain our business. My father is strict when it comes to managing finances and he would always tell me to know the difference between needs and wants. Are you struggling with your finances and want to learn how to easily manage them? Read more about these easy tips after the jump.

4 Easy Tips on How to Manage Your Family's Finances
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PLDT x Lionsgate Play Promo

     Just in time for the holidays, PLDT Home – through its exclusive partnership with premium streaming platform Lionsgate Play – is helping its customers get one step closer to the home entertainment of their dreams.

     From now until December 31, 2022, PLDT Home is raffling off different smart home entertainment devices every month. By activating the free Lionsgate Play voucher code that comes with their PLDT Home internet subscription, customers can enter the raffle and have a chance to win a smart OLED TV, a portable smart home projector, and a smart TV stick to transform their homes into an immersive movie theater experience. Customers can now better enjoy Hollywood blockbusters like the John Wick series, the Hunger Games franchise, and the Saw films – all available on Lionsgate Play.

PLDT x Lionsgate Play Promo

Product Review: OPPO A16- The Smart Choice

     It has been ages since I last reviewed a smartphone and in time for the holiday season (checks gift list), I can say that this phone from OPPO's A series line fits the bill if you are planning to buy a gift for your techie friends or loved ones. Aside from the phone's specs and features, OPPO is a brand that I highly recommend and trust. I reviewed two OPPO smartphone models years ago that truly deliver in terms of quality and price.

     So today, let me share my thoughts on one of OPPO's A series smartphones- OPPO A16. This model from the A series is an entry-level smartphone under P10,000 and after testing it for more than two weeks, I can say that it packs a punch on features that's why it's the smart choice for everyone. 

Product Review: OPPO A16- The Smart Choice 

The Concept of Giving redefined with ConcepStore

     The season provides the perfect setting as ConcepStore opens its lifestyle hub with an array of modern and thoughtfully-designed home appliances perfect for this season of giving. Introduced in 2020, ConcepStore elevates one’s home experiences by giving its customers a wealth of product options to choose from, whether needs are influenced by health, safety, security, and hygiene concerns or by the simple need to automate time-consuming chores, ConcepStore is sure to offer just what the customers need.

     With the opening of the lifestyle hub, ConcepStore brings a whole new meaning to the concept of giving. This season, aside from the personalized shopping experience customers get to enjoy for every visit at the lifestyle hub, customers may also avail of exclusive gifting services in time for the Holiday season.

The Concept of Giving redefined with ConcepStore

Zone V Camera Club x PLDT Home

     A premier club of photographers, Zone V Camera Club and PLDT Home continue with their mission of building online learning hubs for underprivileged youth with students of ERDA SaBaNa (Educational Research and Development Assistance, Samahan ng mga Batang Nananambakan) in Tondo, Manila as the latest beneficiary.

     To empower the students to do better in school and in life, Zone V Camera Club donated computers while PLDT Home provided a 400 Mbps broadband connection for the next two years. Jointly, Zone V Camera Club and PLDT Home have refurbished ERDA’s computer room to make it more conducive for learning, while the walls and tables have also been repainted. A mural on one wall was painted to depict the modern-day life of the students in Tondo, Manila, and how they cope with digital learning.

Zone V Camera Club by PLDT Home 

Zone V Camera Club and PLDT Home executives with ERDA-SaBaNa beneficiaries

Beko Sends Love 2022 with Upcoming Plans for 2023

     The year 2022 has been a big one for Beko in the Philippines as the European appliance brand marked many milestones, most notable of which is the launch of pro mom, actress, cook, and content creator Judy Ann Santos its first ambassador in the country as she embodies the brand’s drive and purpose to inspire people to live healthy and sustainable lifestyles.

     As everything slowly but surely transitioned back to normal in the country and the rest of the world, Beko offered its Filipino customers various promos and activities so they could get their own Beko appliances with special discounts and freebies.

Beko Sends Love 2022 with Upcoming Plans for 2023

Holiday Shopping at 11.11 Lazada’s Biggest Sale with PLDT Home Rewards!

     November is finally here and that means you can score the best deals on 11.11 Lazada’s Biggest Sale! With the infinite selection of stuff that you can get from the leading ecommerce platform, there’s no shortage of gifts for your family and friends—and rewards for yourself, too. After all, getting into the Christmas spirit of giving and sharing is the best way to kick off the holiday season. Luckily for PLDT Home Rewards members, five P100,000 Lazada gift cards are up for grabs in this month’s Grand Giveaway promo, and joining the raffle is fast and easy.

     If you are a PLDT Home subscriber but not yet a member of the loyalty program, you can simply enroll your account to PLDT Home Rewards and start earning Crystals and raffle entries. If you are an existing member, just pay your PLDT bill in full and on time, upgrade your plan, apply for paperless and auto-charge payment, or pay via digital channels to start earning Crystals and raffle entries. You can also exchange 10 Crystals for a Lazada voucher that gives you P100 off for a minimum spend of P1,000 during Lazada’s Biggest sale from today until November 13— for which you’ll also automatically get two raffle entries to the PLDT Home Rewards Grand Giveaway this month.

Holiday Shopping at 11.11 Lazada’s Biggest Sale with PLDT Home Rewards!

Explore South America In An Elegant And Unique Way

     History represents one of the most important things for humankind. If we forget history, it will just repeat itself, starting the cycle all over again with no advancement. This is why learning history is very important, but many people do not take this history. Usually, in schools, a lot of things are left unsaid and a lot of interesting and important themes of history are skipped. South American history is one such subject that is both important and beautiful, yet it is skipped often.

     Luckily, you can learn a lot more about South America through an elegant and unique trip. There is a lot to uncover here, both in the present and the history of this unique continent. It is important to go beyond what the usual places that people talk about, not just the top tourist destinations. South America is full of beautiful places that you can not see anywhere else and here is how you can explore it.

Explore South America In An Elegant And Unique Way
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The Two Types of Glutathione (and which one is better!)

     Glutathione has been a part of our skin-care products which helps us achieve fairer and even-toned skin. But do you know that there are actually two types of glutathione and that not all glutathione supplements are the same?

     The first type of glutathione, L-glutathione (reduced), is the one that is more familiar to the public since it is the most common glutathione present in the food supplements that we take. The only downside to this type is that there are limitations when it comes to its effectiveness. L-glutathione still needs to be oxidized in our body so that it can be converted into something that can be easily absorbed by our body.

The Two Types of Glutathione (and which one is better!)

Let's Play and Learn Online

     Kids these days are always online that's why instead of worrying about the negative effects, take advantage of the positive ones. I'm thankful that technology has brought a lot of favorable things into our daily life and being online has helped me teach my son some of his school subjects, especially math. We all know that some kids fear math. They find numbers overwhelming and solving problems confusing. 

     I was surfing the internet months ago to look for resources and I stumbled upon a website named Calculators.org. At first, I thought it was a website about calculators but lo and behold, it's a math and educational website. I browsed the page and saw that aside from math and numbers, the gaming section of their site has some of the board games that I usually play when I was a child. It's nice to know that they offer a variety of other fun games for kids & people like me who are fond of playing these games during our childhood days.

Let's Play and Learn Online 

Weekend Watchlist: 10 Spookiest Flicks on Lionsgate Play

     The Halloween season is here and with the long weekend approaching, it’s indeed the best time to enjoy some horror and thriller guilty pleasures in peace and (creepy) quiet.

     PLDT Home customers can easily watch many of these blockbusters on Lionsgate Play by simply activating their free Lionsgate Play vouchers online until June 1, 2023. With every activation, PLDT Home customers will not only enjoy a scare-fest — they’ll also get the chance to win special prizes including a 65” LG OLED TV as part of the monthly raffle promo.

Weekend Watchlist: 10 Spookiest Flicks on Lionsgate Play

Get the Shopping Spree of Your Dreams!

     The year may be almost over but there’s still plenty of time for those fresh starts and simple upgrades. From small pieces that spark joy to major furnishings that you’ve longed to have, it’s easy to find inspiration online to refresh your home, your wardrobe, and even your lifestyle, especially if you have a fast and reliable broadband connection from PLDT Home. It’s even easier to achieve these goals with the return of the PLDT Home Rewards Grand Giveaway promo.

     This October, PLDT Home Rewards is giving away five (5) P100,000 SM Gift Cards to lucky members. All you have to do is register your PLDT Home account to the PLDT Home Rewards program and make the most out of your dream shopping list with these five tips.

Get the Shopping Spree of Your Dreams!

4 Excellent Ways To Treat Yourself Today

     It's been a long week and you deserve a little treat! Here are four excellent ways to spoil yourself today. Indulge in your favorite activity, eat your favorite food, buy something new, or spend time with loved ones. No matter what you choose to do, you must make sure that you will enjoy it and that it will help you unwind!

4 Excellent Ways To Treat Yourself Today
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Max's Restaurant Celebrates 77th Anniversary

     Max’s Restaurant, the iconic Filipino restaurant chain famous for its Sarap-to-the-Bones® Fried Chicken is celebrating its 77th anniversary this October 18. The brand looks back to where it all began amidst the ashes of the Post-World-War-2 era, when Stanford-educated teacher Maximo Gimenez would host his American GI friends for drinks in his home along Scout Tuazon, Quezon City—with his niece Ruby Trota giving birth to the signature fried chicken recipe, with its iconic pairing of Banana Ketchup and a tangy dash of Worcestershire Sauce to go with a hearty side of kamote fries and piping-hot dinner rolls.

     Since then, this home-crafted dish has grown to become a sentimental favorite among generations of Pinoy families, both in the Philippines and across such geographies as the United States of America, Canada, the Middle East, and Singapore, where Max’s has likewise spread through the decades to bring pride to Filipino cuisine. Thus, as a way to give thanks to both new and loyal fans, special deals and surprises are lined up throughout the entire month of October.

Max's Restaurant Celebrates 77th Anniversary