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Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Three Reasons Why You Should Consider Getting The Infinix Hot S3

Last February 21, Infinix Mobility launched the Infinix Hot S3 here in the Philippines with an SRP of 7,999. I was one of the lucky few who was able to get my hands first on the newest device from Infinix and did the Unboxing and First Impressions post last week.

With that out of the way, I am now listing three reasons why the Infinix Hot S3 is worth your consideration and in your must have phone list.


Reason #1: The Camera
If selfies are your thing, this phone should be on your list. The Hot S3 is equipped with a 13mp rear camera and a 20mp lowlight selfie camera with dual LED flash. It also has with beauty and bokeh (a photography feature that highlights the main subject of a picture while blurring the background) effect.

Sample photo taken with the 13MP Rear Camera

Reason #2: Specifications
Infinix Hot S3 runs on Android 8.0 Oreo with XOS 3.0 and it features a modern 18:9 screen aspect ratio. In addition to that you have available 32gb of ROM storage and 3gb of RAM to work with. Under the hood, the Hot S3 is built with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor. Compared to MediaTek, it has a faster processing speed which, together with your 3gb of RAM ensures that you can multitask at ease. This phone also has a fingerprint sensor and to top it off, this device has 4000mAh of battery.

Reason #3: The Price
Originally priced at Php7,999, the Infinix Hot S3 is now made more affordable and will be available at Shopee starting 12AM to 12PM of February 28 for ONLY Php5,999 for the first 500 units. You'll never get an amazing deal anywhere else.


The Infinix Hot S3 is available in two colors: Black and Brush Gold.

Monday, February 26, 2018

Celebrate Everything Furry at FurryPinas 2018


Do you know what a Furry is? Well, if you have seen movies like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Zootopia, The Lion King, shows such as My Little Pony, or anime such as Pokemon then you might have an idea. FurryPinas 2018, happening on May 19-20 at the SMX Convention Center, is a celebration of everything furry. The convention’s vision is to serve as the annual hub for furry or anthropomorphic media.

FurryPinas 2018 will be the first ever furry convention open to the public, after its first event in 2014. Holding the record as being the first furry convention in Southeast Asia, FurryPinas is the official and only furry convention in the Philippines.

What is the Furry Hobby?
Furry is not only a fandom, but also a hobby.  If you enjoy looking at personified animals in different forms of media be it movies, TV shows, anime, comics, etc., then you are part of the Furry Hobby. Some examples of animal characters would include famous characters like Mickey Mouse, Bugs Bunny, Woody Woodpecker, and many more.



Most of the communities involved in the Furry Hobby had been established long ago. Take for example Sylvanian Families, one of the most popular toys in the market which has existed since 1985. Made by the Japanese gaming company Epoch in 1985, Sylvanian Families is a collection of anthropomorphic animal figurines and model sets. Distributed around the world, they have become so popular that there is a growing community here in the Philippines, one that remains strong to this day.

Other communities such as a fan base for Pokemon have been very lively since the countless adorable critters have been popping out not only in our gaming consoles, but also in our phones, in the form of Pokemon Go. It is not uncommon to see someone throwing virtual Pokeballs at a virtual Pokemon while walking.

Why would you attend FurryPinas 2018?
It is one of the most unique conventions happening this 2018. If you will be attending, then you are among the first to experience this one of a kind event. Despite being such a unique event, the tickets are also affordable with the basic entry level ticket costing at Php115 inclusive of a lanyard and a con ID badge (early bird). 



That’s not all! Anyone who purchases a ticket will surely get freebies during the event. FurryPinas 2018 recognizes everyone who supports the event, no matter the type of ticket they buy, but do remember that greater freebies are in store for those who want more.

If you are an artist, designer, cosplayer, a fan of movies, shows, toys, and other content featuring anthro or humanized animals then you would not want to miss this. This event will bring you various activities and features which you will surely love!

What happens at FurryPinas 2018?
FurryPinas 2018 brings two huge guests in the Furry Hobby. First is Pocari Roo, an Australian furry fan and full-time YouTuber with over 100 videos on her channel and over 50,000 subscribers. She is primarily known for her Youtube channel where she does vlogs, music videos, how-tos, Q&As, and more, with a family friendly rating and a primary focus on being positive, entertaining, and helpful.

Bapogichi is also guesting at FurryPinas 2018.  A fan of the furry hobby with over 40,000 followers, Bapogichi is a popular illustrator known for his various fanart of anime, webcomics, cartoons, and video games. Bapogichi is one of the moderators of the popular Buhay Kolehiyo that features personified versions of different universities in the Philippines.



Of course, the event reserves tons of interactive activities for all attendees, including talks and seminars relating to the Furry Hobby, an area to play different video games from retro to modern games and tabletop games, various contests on and off the stage, and dances and performances, among others.

One highlight of FurryPinas 2018 includes the Furry Rave Party, happening at the very end of the con, which is a celebration for all Furry Hobbyist to enjoy. Also, don’t forget the dealers den, tavern area, carnival area, and many more!

So mark your calendars on May 19-20, and let’s all go to FurryPinas 2018!

Not convinced yet?  Then, why not head on and watch this video to know more about FurryPinas 2018!




You can also visit their website at www.furrypinas.com or like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/FurryPinas.

Zoomanity Group supports the Polytechnic University of the Philippines


For this February 2018 to March 2018, different activities will be held at Bulwagang Balagtas inside Polytechnic University of the Philippines in Sta. Mesa, Manila which are organised by the different departments. 

Zoomanity Group will join and support these activities starting on February 26, 2018 to March 2018 either as Co-Presenters or Major sponsor.  This is to show support to these students who are the future since they believe that education is still the key to succeed. 




Zoomanity Group is composed of different theme parks and Restaurants in the Philippines like Zoobic Safari, Zoocobia, Zoocolate Thrills, Paradizoo, Residence Inn, UnliCity, Jinsei, Nanten, Midori and Yakitori Daitokyo. Right now, the company ventured also to Korean restaurants with 3 branches under the Samgyupsalamat brand. 

Zoomanity group is the leading company in theme park industry under the Yupangco Group of Companies. Envisioning world class, innovative and enjoyable facilities from Northern to Southern Philippines by providing the best tourist destination and nature educational experiences with the facilities that is uniquely design to provide enjoyment to visitors of all ages. 

For more information, visit www.zoomanity.com.ph and www.tagmedia.asia or call 02 9170213 (Tag Media & Public Relations Office), 09778978877.

Ditch Chemical Romance for Natural Love This V-Day With Novuhair


Its Valentine’s month once again! A month full of seeking to perfectly express your love in beautiful and fabulous ways. This is because they want to ensure they're the apple of the eye of their special someone come the romantic occasion of the year that they will celebrate together. 

So if you find yourself being whisked away to a charming place or have planned on a candle-lit dinner date with your beloved, you’ve got every reason to get all glammed up on Hearts Day! Why not? T’is a celebration of love after all. 

Make a big impact by putting together a look that brings out the best in you. From your clothes and make-up to the tiny details that count, you have many options to get that stunning aura on V-Day. 

Better start with the hair, which usually draws attention to a person. Per studies, a head full of hair indicates youth and health at its best. Power and stability, on the other hand, corresponds to a long, shiny tress. A bouncy bob means bubbly personality. Meanwhile, curly locks add to masculinity and femininity. 

Gotta hair like them? Well, don’t lose hope if you ain’t have any. All you need is love. And what a better way if it comes out naturally in you. Taking good care of it should not be enforced, but rather a rewarding pamper for yourself. This applies, too, when choosing the right product for your mane. 

Stay away from chemical-based ones. This is a "must", especially when dealing with problems like shedding or thinning of the hair. Most of which contain parabens as preservatives, according to aesthetics and rejuvenation expert Dr. Cecilia Catapang.

"Through the years, as you use chemical-based product, slowly and little by little, your body absorbs the parabens, which accumulate to significant levels, enough to induce what is called an estrogen sensitive breast cancer," she says.

Synthetic hair care products have several adverse effects because they are drugs. What you don't know about them might hurt you. So avoid it the next time you go over the counter for your supplies or ditch what you’re using today for naturally-made products because they aid in stimulating hair growth while maintaining its natural water, shine and vibrancy.

Amid a glut of chemical-free hair solutions out there, Dr. Catapang recommends NOVUHAIR for its being natural and compliant to the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive, which means it doesn’t have paraben. In addition of its safety benefits, this topical scalp lotion specifically is the only hair growth product in the market containing 19 natural herbs, essential oils and co-factor nutrients working synergistically to help remedy hair problems from growth to vanishing.

NOVUHAIR helps rejuvenate, nourish and maintain moisture in the scalp and improve the overall appearance of the tress. Lastly, it’s more effective and safe solution to help remedy hair loss and promote hair growth.

Sounds like it’s time to shift to "nature’s answer to hair loss", ladies and gentlemen. It’s time to start loving again your hair with NOVUHAIR to enhance or bring back the old "crowning glory" to look your best in front of your dearest, or turning the head of a potential mate on you this V-Day. Let the love begin!

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Sunday, February 25, 2018

Sale Alert: Infinix Hot S3 WILL BE Down to PHP 5999 Starting February 28!

Last February 21, the Infinix Hot S3 was officially launched in the Philippines and was initially offered for Php7,999. Now, we just got word that Infinix Mobility's latest smartphone, the Infinix Hot S3 will be on sale.

In my previous blog post, the SRP listed was at Php7,999 - but starting February 28, the Infinix Hot S3 will be available on Shopee FOR ONLY Php5,999.

That's right. This is not a TYPO!


However, there is a catch. The discounted SRP is only for the first 500 units. So, if you are planning to get one, you have to be one of the first 500 to order on February 28. 

To recap, here again, is my unboxing and review of the Infinix Hot S3.

Infinix Hot S3 Specs
Display: 5.65-inch HD+ IPS 1440x720 resolution w/ 2.5D curved glass at 285ppi
CPU: 1.5GHz 64-bit Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor
GPU: Adreno 505
RAM: 3GB 
ROM: 32GB expandable via a dedicated microSD card slot up to 128GB
Main Camera: 13MP f/2.0 w/ AF and dual LED flash
Selfie Camera: 20MP f/2.0 w/ dual LED flash
Battery: 4,000mAh (non removable)
OS: Android 8.0 Oreo w/ XOS 3.0
Connectivity: WiFi, 3G, LTE w/ VoLTE, Bluetooth, GPS, A-GPS, dual SIM
Sensors: Accelerometer, light, orientation, proximity, gyroscope, sound, magnetic
Others: Fingerprint sensor, Colors: sandstone black, brush gold
Dimensions: 153 x 72.85 x 8.54 mm
Weight: 150g


This could possibly be the best budget phone right now and the SRP slashed even further, making it more affordable.

The Infinix Hot S3 is available in two colors: Black and Brush Gold.

Are you getting one on February 28th?

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Infinix Hot S3 Unboxing and First Impressions

Infinix Mobility is launching their latest smartphone in the Philippines.

Unboxing
Straight out of the box, you have:
The Infinix Hot S3 unit, the USB cable, charger, a SIM ejector pin, a jelly case for the Hot S3, screen protector, your documentation and a warranty card.



Hardware and O/S

The Hot S3 is the first smartphone of Infinix that is equipped with a modern 18:9 screen aspect ratio, which is becoming the standard nowadays. It also has a 5.65-inch (listed as 5.7-inch) HD+ display with narrow side and slim top and bottom bezels.

The highlight of this device is its battery capacity and cameras. It boasts a large 4,000mAh (non-removable) battery, 13MP main camera and a 20MP selfie camera, both with dual LED flash.

The phone also runs on Android 8.0 with XOS 3.0 UI on top. One-handed mode is also available to shrink the display so that it is comfortable to use with one hand.


Front: The 18:9 display HD+ display, at the upper section the 20MP camera, dual LED flash, earpiece, and notification LED

It is made of good quality plastic and has curved edges that help grip it quite well. However, the phone is quite slippery without the jelly case. Its matte finish picks up fingerprints quite easily. Good thing, Infinix provides a free jelly case in the box which you can use to keep fingerprints off the back panel. However, it was not specified if the device has Gorilla or Dragontrail glass protected display to prevent micro scratches. Good thing though, it comes with a screen (film) protector to keep from unwanted scratches or damages.

Infinix has opted for on-screen navigation buttons which is common on most smartphones these days. The loudspeaker, Micro-USB port, and primary microphone are at the bottom, while the 3.5mm headphone jack is at the top.


Bottom: Speaker grille, USB 2.0, and microphone


Top: 3.5mm earphone jack

The power and volume buttons are on the right while the SIM tray is on the left of the device. The power button has a metallic texture which makes it easy to distinguish from the others. The rear-mounted fingerprint scanner is placed a little higher.


Left side: Dual (nano) SIM slot with dedicated memory card slot


Right side: Volume +/- and power button

Back: The 13MP rear camera and fingerprint scanner

There are also quite a few apps that come pre-installed on the phone. The entire suite of Google apps is present, along with Inifinix's own apps: XClub, XShare and XTheme. Facebook, Facebook Messenger and Instagram are also pre-installed.

There's also Phoenix Browser, Magic Movie, a social networking app for sharing videos made by Transsion Mobile; cleaner which kills apps in the background to free up RAM, a Freezer app which hibernates apps that you drag into it and some other bloatware.


Sample Selfies from the 20MP front Camera






Sample Photos from the 13MP rear Camera







Gaming Compatibility
Infinix Hot S3's gaming capability is great it can handle the highest settings of Arena of Valor without issues. However, there is a compatibility issue for some games because of the 18:9 display.


The left and right sides may not be maximized due to compatibility issues with the 18:9 display which should be fixed by game developers soon


AnTuTu Benchmark Score



Infinix Hot S3 Specs
Display: 5.65-inch HD+ IPS 1440x720 resolution w/ 2.5D curved glass at 285 ppi
CPU: 1.5GHz 64-bit Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor
GPU: Adreno 505
RAM: 3GB 
ROM: 32GB expandable via microSD card slot up to 128GB (dedicated)
Main Camera: 13MP f/2.0 w/ AF and dual LED flash
Selfie Camera: 20MP f/2.0 w/ dual LED flash
Battery: 4,000mAh (non removable)
OS: Android 8.0 Oreo w/ XOS 3.0
Connectivity: WiFi, 3G, LTE w/ VoLTE, Bluetooth, GPS, A-GPS, dual SIM
Sensors: Accelerometer, light, orientation, proximity, gyroscope, sound, magnetic
Others: Fingerprint sensor, Colors: sandstone black, brush gold
Dimensions: 153 x 72.85 x 8.54 mm
Weight: 150g

Budget smartphones are getting better all the time. The Infinix Hot S3 is no exception. It is one of the more impressive all-rounders I've seen recently. While it isn’t the most powerful budget smartphone, it has capable hardware that gets the job done. Camera performance is acceptable for the price and the battery should last you one day.

Charging the 4000mAh battery from 1% to 100% is around 2 hours and 20 minutes. We would have loved if this device also has the XCharge feature.

One of the best features of this phone is the "Ultra Power Saving Mode". This feature turns your phone to basic mode, killing all applications that drains the battery and only allowing SMS and call functions.





At Php7,999, the Infinix Hot S3 checks almost all boxes for a good budget smartphone. The Infinix Hot S3 will be available at their online store in Shopee.


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Sunday, February 11, 2018

RUNRIO Honors Winners of 2017 Trilogy Race Series

The group announces its line-up of activities for 2018

Manila, Philippines: February 7, 2018 - RUNRIO Events, Inc., the country’s premier organizer of running events, recently held the RUNRIO Trilogy Awards at the Grand Ballroom of the Okada Manila in Pasay City.



The main highlight of the event is the RUNRIO Trilogy Awards. This is intended to recognize the last year’s runners who completed the 2017 RUNRIO Trilogy Series where they completed the three-leg race series namely, 21k, 32k, and 42k that happened last June 25, August 31 and October 1, respectively. The awards will not only recognize the participants but will also honor the fastest and the oldest finishers. All awardees will receive a limited edition medal hanger.



"The RUNRIO Trilogy Awards is our way of showing our appreciation to all those who participated and gave everything they’ve got fueled by their #HeartToFinish strong," said Andrew Neri, RUNRIO Events, Inc. Managing Partner.






Moreover, the evening will also be an opportunity for RUNRIO to present YesPinoy Foundation with a PhP500,000.00 donation. Founded in 2009, the foundation in partnership with Taclob, produces emergency bags made by survivors of Typhoon Yolanda. The aim is to provide hooded cloak backpacks with emergency kits and learner’s materials to young people in vulnerable public schools particularly those in areas affected by Typhoons.



Aside from the Trilogy Awards, RUNRIO also announced the scheduled of races for 2018 as the RUNRIO Trilogy Race Series expands its presence in Cebu. This year, the first leg of the race series will be held on March 4 in Cebu and on March 18 in Manila. The second leg will be in Cebu this time on May 6 and again in Manila on June 3. The last leg will be on August 19 and again on September 23 in Cebu and Manila, respectively.



Running enthusiasts can also look forward to more exciting running activities in store for everyone. First is the 5k Family Run. For this race, teams must consist of two adults and two kids. Each kid must be 15 years or below to qualify. The 5k Barkada Run, on the other hand, is open to four adults each of whom must be 16 years of age or older. There is also the 10k Buddy Run which, is also for participants 16 years old and above.



As an added incentive for runners, participants who register in groups are entitled to a substantial discount on the registration fees.

"This year promises to be exciting for us and for all those who want to join our runs," said Coach Rio Dela Cruz, RUNRIO President and CEO. "Running enthusiasts can look forward to the 2018 RUNRIO Trilogy not only as an avenue to push their limits but also to spend quality time with friends and family."



The RUNRIO Trilogy was made possible by its other partners, namely, Gatorade, Maynilad, Garmin, SM Mall of Asia, Nyxsys, Inside Manila, Fitbar, KitKat, Efes, Nizoral, Salonpas, and Milcu Deodorant Powder.

For more information on the registration fees and the online registration schedule, visit www.runrio.com.

Monday, February 5, 2018

LBC’s Aming Ligaya Leads to New Friendship

"A customer served well can lead to new friendships"; is just one of the many memorable stories from LBC’s "Aming Ligaya" campaign that gives LBC agents the opportunity to meet face to face with customers who have expressed gratitude with the manner they were served.


Recently, LBC arranged a meet up between Sharlene Joy Sale, who was able to meet in person, LBC Agent, Dunhill San Jose. Sharlene says Dunhill was very ‘reassuring and constantly communicated with her about her transaction throughout the holidays” when LBC’s deliveries were at its peak. Sharlene recalled: "Si Dan ang palaging nag-te-text, tumatawag and nag-uupdate sa akin".

The meet-up between Sharlene and Dunhill took place at LBC SM Bicutan branch last January 22, 2018. In their first encounter, Dunhill presented Sharlene with a small token, which prompted the latter to exclaim: “Ang sweet naman ng LBC”.

The Aming Ligaya monthly activity is aimed at making LBC agents realize that the people they are assisting are real and that harnessing personal relationships with their customers are very important. It also seeks to deliver the message that the relationship with a customer can go beyond being just transactional.

Balikbayans Get a Chance to Fly for Free Through LBC-PAL Promo


Two of the country’s biggest names in business are working together to bring joy to their loyal customers.

LBC, the leader in "Padala" and Philippine Airlines, Asia’s first airline, have launched the "LBC Moves with PAL Balikbayan Promo" that gives their loyal customers the chance to fly for free.

From February 1 to April 30, 2018, each full rate sea cargo transaction automatically generates one ticket entry. On the Grand Draw on May 5, 2018, one winner will be picked from each of these airports to fly for free to the Philippines:

  • SFO Airport: North California, Washington, Oregon, Illinois
  • LAX Airport: Southern California, Nevada, Florida
  • HNL Airport: Hawaii; and, JFK Airport: New York, New Jersey, Virginia.*

The names of all four winners will be posted on LBC’s website and Facebook page.

Meanwhile, LBC is also offering $5.00 OFF for SEA CARGO shipments to all PAL passengers. All they need to do to redeem the discount is show a used boarding pass at their nearest LBC branch between February 1 to April 30, 2018.

JV Valino, Sales & Marketing Specialist of LBC New York and New Jersey, enthused: “We are excited to collaborate with PAL who share the same values as ours. We both strive to serve our customers better every single time, especially those who have stayed loyal to us all these years. This promo is our way of showing them our appreciation”.

For complete details of the LBC-PAL promo, visit the LBC website or inquire with an LBC representative at a branch nearest you.
*Travel tax may apply

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