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Huawei Ascend P6 now avaiable in limited edition Kitty Pink

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19 Nov 2013

Huawei Ascend P6 now avaiable in limited edition Kitty Pink

The Huawei Ascend P6 gets a makeover, and it doesn’t get any girlier than this. The Ascend P6 now comes in a limited edition soft pink color that is just absolutely adorable.

“Based on our market research, we selected the soft pink color that proved to be most popular amongst women of all age groups and backgrounds,” said Leo Wang, county device business head of Huawei Technologies Philippines.

The phone’s exterior, including its stainless steel back cover, and aluminum chassis is clad in gorgeous pink while its frame is in a lighter pink shade instead of the usual white or silver to bring out the device’s elegance.

The HUAWEI Pink Ascend P6 one of the world’s slimmest phone measuring 6.18mm, features a 1.5GHz quad-core processor, 4.7-inch high definition In-cell display, Android 4.2.2 operating system, industry-leading 5MP front-facing camera, and outstanding software.

It’s 5MP front-facing camera is also perfect for Selfies with its auto facial-enhancing capabilities for selfies you’ll want to share. It has an 8MP rear camera with F2.0 aperture and 4cm macro view that also allows 1080P full HDvideo recording and playback.

The Pink HUAWEI Ascend P6 is now available with free limited edition Huawei Swan Bluetooth speaker valued at PhP4500 and flip leather case valued at PhP999 in the following shops nationwide:

• NATIONWIDE: MemoXpress
• METRO MANILA: BSD International (SM Megamall, SM North Edsa), Powertel (SM Megamall, SM North Edsa, SM Mall of Asia)
• LUZON: Mountain Studio (Baguio)
• VISAYAS: RC Goldline SM Cebu
• MINDANAO: Tekpone Davao

‘Selfie’ named Oxford Dictionaries Word of the Year

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19 Nov 2013

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‘Selfie’ named Oxford Dictionaries Word of the Year

Another internet buzzword makes it to the A-list of Oxford Dictionaries (last year’s champ was ‘GIF’)—the term ‘selfie’ has been hailed as the 2013 Word of the Year. (Really, would you have any second thoughts if even the Pope has jumped on the bandwagon?)

“Language research conducted by Oxford Dictionaries editors reveals that the frequency of the word selfie in the English language has increased by 17,000% since this time last year,” read the official announcement.

‘Selfie’ was added to the Oxford Dictionaries in August 2013. Here is how it is defined:

selfie noun, informal
(also selfy; plural selfies)

a photograph that one has taken of oneself, typically one taken with a smartphone or webcam and uploaded to a social media website

Interestingly, one of the runners-up for this year’s top honors is ‘twerk’.

via Yahoo! News

LG launches commercial laundry products in PH

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19 Nov 2013

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LG launches commercial laundry products in PH

LG Electronics ushers a new era for commercial laundry as it introduced a new family of coin, card, and on-premise laundry solutions in the Philippines. LG has integrated pioneering and convenient features in its new line-up of commercial products as well as excellent performance in energy-efficient, durable designs.

Reliable, energy-efficient

LG assures users that their commercial laundry products can provide long-term solutions. One of the highlights of their line-up is the Inverter Direct Drive Motor, which lessens vibration and noise by discarding the generic belt and pulley inside the machine. This feature increases durability and significantly reduces maintenance costs.

As an ENERGY STAR qualified product, LG’s new collection of commercial offerings also saves on energy and water usage costs. With LG’s inverter control system, the drum of the washer runs at a constant speed, reducing wasted energy from continuous speed fluctuations.

Intelligent

LG’s versatile washers and dryers are stackable, making them an ideal fit for college dorms, apartment buildings, coin-operated, and on-premise laundry venues.

This line-up also features AdaptAble Control that allows property owners and building managers to put the user controls at either the top or bottom of the unit, so both panels can be at eye level on stacked units. For additional flexibility, the dryer door is also reversible without extra parts, adapting to the owner’s space.

Providing a worthwhile customer experience, LG’s commercial laundry products also features:

An embossed inner drum, enabling more contact with fabric for great wash action and stain removal.
A NeverRust Stainless Wash Tub, eliminating the likelihood of paint chips entering the wash cycle and rust staining fabric during use.
Dual Lock System, LG’s double locking system for the front panel and coin vault access provides increased security.
Smart Tub Cleaning System, keeping a clean tub even in the busiest locations.
Streamlined Design, captivating people with Tempered Glass and chrome door

LG’s commercial laundry units are available in a variety of colors including red, white, and gray.

LG’s commercial laundry partners in the country are ELS Philippines, which provides the total solution and service of Commercial Laundry Business, and Bigwash Company, which initiates and offers the Coin Laundry System.

For more information, please visit: http://www.lgcommerciallaundry.com

Dell intros Inspiron 7000 and 3000 Series laptops, Inspiron 23 all-in-one PC

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18 Nov 2013

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Dell intros Inspiron 7000 and 3000 Series laptops, Inspiron 23 all-in-one PC

Inspiron 14

Dell recently launched a new set of Inspiron laptops and the Inspiron 23 all-in-one PC, all sporting touchscreen displays, options for Intel 4th generation (Haswell) Core i5 and i7 processors, and a Windows 8 OS.

The Inspiron 7000 Series laptops are, according to Dell, the company’s “thinnest and strongest Inspiron line ever.” All laptops in this series come with 10-point multi-touch displays with edge-to-edge Corning Gorilla Glass NBT and backlit keyboards.

Inspiron 15

Under this series are the Inspiron 14 and 15, which can both be fitted with Full HD, 300-nit displays. The Inspiron 14 is 15.3mm thin and comes with 8 hours and 52 minutes of battery life. Meanwhile, the Inspiron 15—an ultrabook equipped with a 15.6-inch screen—is under an inch thin (0.9in.) and comes with 7 hours and 24 minutes of battery life. Both the Inspiron 14 and Inspiron 15 are available this month, with prices starting at PHP 48,990 and PHP 58,990, respectively.

Inspiron 11 3137 Bonsai

The Inspiron 11 3000 Series, on the other hand, features a range of lightweight and affordable laptops with incredible battery life, making them ideal for frequent commuters. The Inspiron 11 is only 0.83in. thin and has a starting weight of only 3.15lbs, comes with up to 8 hours and 20 minutes of battery life, and features an 11.6-inch display with 10-point multitouch. Additionally, it has noise-canceling dual-array microphones. The Inspiron 11 3000 Series is available beginning this month at PHP 24,990.

Inspiron 23

The Inspiron 23 is the world’s thinnest 23-inch all-in-one PC, sporting a Full HD, 10-point multitouch capacitive display, and an articulating stand that lets users tilt the display, angle it, or lay it flat. It is currently available at a starting price of PHP 69,990.

Sony’s PS4 sells like hotcakes, if you sold 1 Million hotcakes a day

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Ren Alcantara

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17 Nov 2013

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Sony’s PS4 sells like hotcakes, if you sold 1 Million hotcakes a day

The first victory of the Next Gen Console war has been won. Sony has managed to sell 1 million units of their PlayStation 4 in the 24 hours since it launched in the US and Canada. This isn’t unexpected, but a little on the fast side, as it has yet to launch in other territories. It is turning out to be their fastest-selling gaming device, beating out the previous title-holder, the PlayStation 2. One of its two contenders, the Nintendo WiiU has only managed to sell about 3.9 million units, while Microsoft’s Xbox One is yet to launch. With numbers like this, it’s hard to imagine this is going to be a very close fight for holiday cash.

Epson donates PHP2M to Yolanda victims

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Ren Alcantara

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17 Nov 2013

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The Epson group of companies continues its practice of extending aid to those in need by donating PHP2 million for relief operations aimed at helping those severely affected by Typhoon Yolanda.

On top of monetary aid, Epson employees will also be working with PBSP personnel to help provide on-site relief assistance. Epson is also aggregating the donations of individual employees to add to the aid the company has offered. The typhoon, which is widely accepted as teh most powerful typhoon ever to make landfall in all of recorded history has left many homeless, helpless and hopeless in its wake, so the aid freely given is most helpful.

“Epson employees grieve with the families affected by Typhoon Yolanda. Our prayers go along with our donation and our manpower support. We stand with you in this harrowing ordeal,” said Epson Environment Manager Joyce Tan.

Epson donates P2M to aid victims of super typhoon “Yolanda”

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17 Nov 2013

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Epson donates P2M to aid victims of super typhoon “Yolanda”

The Epson group of companies in the Philippines continues its practice of extending aid to disaster-stricken areas as the company donated PHP 2 million to assist in the relief operations in areas severely affected by one of the worst typhoons to hit the country in recorded history. The support was made through the Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP), a local non-profit organization.

Epson employees will also work alongside PBSP personnel to carry out on-site relief operations. Furthermore, Epson employees also gave out voluntary contributions in addition to the aid the company has donated.

“Epson employees grieve with the families affected by Typhoon Yolanda. Our prayers go along with our donation and our manpower support. We stand with you in this harrowing ordeal,” said Epson Environment Manager Joyce Tan.

Epson wishes to extend its sympathy to the families of those who lost their lives, and hopes for the speedy recovery of the areas damaged by the disaster.

Globe BangonPinoy Libreng Tawag centers up in Tacloban City

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Addie Mendoza

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17 Nov 2013

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Globe BangonPinoy Libreng Tawag centers up in Tacloban City

Globe Telecom, through its BangonPinoy program (#BangonPinoy) has put up two new LibrengTawag centers in Tacloban City along with Libreng Internet facilities in Mactan and Villamore airbase.

Two other LibrengTawag stations are set up at Globe FOBN in Naga-Naga, and at the Department of Labor and Employment Office, DOLE Compund, in Trece Martirez St.

Libreng Internet is also being offered by Globe at the Mactan Airbase and Villamor airbase for Tacloban residents who opted to leave for Cebu and Manila.

For several days now, power and communication services are completely cut off in Tacloban leaving the severely-devasatated area isolated from the rest of the country.

Globe currently has 17 LibrengTawag stations, 32 Libreng Charging sites, eight LibrengTawag and Charging booths, and two Libreng Internet facilities in Iloilo, Cebu, Leyte, Bohol, Antique, Capiz, and Pasay City.

Meanwhile, Globe BangonPinoy continues to call for donations either in cash or in kind. Relief goods such as clothes, footwear, mosquito nets, and blankets may be dropped off in all Globe Prepaid On-The-Go caravans, details of which can be viewed from http://globe.com.ph/bangonpinoy. TM Republikaravan will also match every load credit sold in the caravans with a donation.

For cash donations to Red Cross, it may be done via Mobile GCash APP or by dialing *143#>GCash> Others > Donate > Amount > MPIN > Red Cross. Overseas Filipino Workers who want to help may also visit any GCash Remit partner outlet in the country where they are staying to send their donation.

Hyundai Donates P50M Yolanda for Relief and Rehabilitation

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Mika Fernandez-David

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17 Nov 2013

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Hyundai Donates P50M Yolanda for Relief and Rehabilitation

Korean auto giant, Hyundai Motor Group and its Philippine distributor Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI) provided a total of Php50 million (M) in financial assistance to support disaster recovery efforts in the Philippines.

Parent company Hyundai Motor Group (Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation) donated $ US600,000 (equivalent to P25M) to the Philippine Red Cross, while HARI extended Php25M to aid the national government’s program of relief, reconstruction, and rehabilitation of the communities in the Visayas which were devastated by super-howler Yolanda.

In addition, the 41 Hyundai dealerships all over the country are setting up Sagip Boxes for the contributions of their customers and the general public to help sustain the entire nation’s efforts to bring help and hope to the ravaged provinces.

According to HARI President and CEO Ma. Fe Perez-Agudo, “We empathize with our countrymen in these most trying of times, with a sincere hope and prayer that we will rise above all these and shine with pride and honor as a Filipino winning against all odds. We are confident in the government’s resolve to facilitate enabling measures to fast track recovery.”

Microsoft and the DTI work together to enforce responsible market pricing

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Ren Alcantara

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16 Nov 2013

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Microsoft and the DTI work together to enforce responsible market pricing

Microsoft recently renewed its aim to be a meaning partner to the government by collaborating with the Department of Trade and Industry to create the DTI price monitoring app for Windows Tablets. This is a huge step forward from the current method of manually taking note of the prices of goods available in the market. The app allows for a much more efficient process that maximizes the DTI’s time and productivity.

Field personnel of the DTI will be equipped with the DTI price monitoring app by the end of the last quarter of this year, which will better allow them to monitor the prices of basic commodities such as necessities and prime commodities such as instant noodles, bread, canned fish and other marine products, salt, processed milk and flour among many other solid in public markets and supermarkets. In so doing, DTI will power its staff with over 100 Windows 8 Acer W510 tablets.

The new process will allow for transmission of critical price data much more intelligently and in real-time, as well as streamline and simplify operations, allowing agents to better focus on the steps needed to ensure vendors stick to pricing policies.

“At Microsoft Philippines, it is our sincere commitment to create a lasting impact in the country that we are part of through our innovative devices and services,” said Karrie Ilagan, General Manager of Microsoft Philippines. “In line, we take pride to be a partner of the Department of Trade and Industry in its mission to enable businesses and to empower consumers through a technology-led price monitoring system. With this initiative, we look forward to helping enable a better marketplace where consumers are protected.”

LG donates $500,000 to Yolanda victims

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16 Nov 2013

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LG Electronics Philippines managing director Sung Woo Nam (R) presents a $500,000 check to Philippine Red Cross chairman and CEO Richard Gordon (L) to aid the victims of super typhoon Yolanda.

LG Electronics Philippines has made a USD 500,000 cash donation to the victims of Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) through the Philippine Red Cross. The donation is equivalent to approximately PHP 22 million.

In addition, LG employees have made individual contributions, raising a total of USD 10,000.

To address the issue of electricity shortage, LG Electronics as one of the top Solar Panel manufacturers also committed to install its Solar Power System worth $100,000 (approximately PHP 4.3 million) in major evacuation centers. Solar power generation is one of the most environment-friendly renewable sources of electricity. Upon installation, LG Solar Panels can directly convert sunlight to electricity, while the accompanying charge controller, batteries, inverter, and loads will be able to sustain it. This activity will be done in cooperation with the Department of Energy.

LG has also committed to install its Solar Power System worth approximately PHP 4.3 million in major evacuation centers to address the issue of electricity shortage. Upon installation, these solar panels are able to convert sunlight to electricity directly; the accompanying charge controller, batteries, inverter, and loads are able to sustain the system.

LG’s Solar Power System atop the Palawan City Hall

The installation of LG’s Solar Power System will be done in cooperation with the Department of Energy.

The company has also declared that when the situation stabilizes, they will hold the third edition of the LG Service Camp, an annual corporate social responsibility (CSR) program meant to aid the victims of calamities. This year, LG claims that they will offer free cleaning for appliances and mobile phones, as well as product repairs to all affected LG customers.

Creating beautiful nail art is easy with ANNY

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Addie Mendoza

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16 Nov 2013

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Creating beautiful nail art is easy with ANNY

Nail art can get a little messy. But that shouldn’t be a problem with ANNY’s limited edition Lollipop Nail Art.

ANNY’ Lollipop Nail Art collection features the sweetest candy colored inspired colors. Practical Nail Art Stencils allow you to combine these bright colors to create an extraordinary manicure. Get crazy and upgrade your French manicure with a combination of bright colors from the collection.

There are 8 different colors in the collection, all inspired by sweet sweet colors of lollipop. Eye-catching oranges, glowing reds, bright greens, and blues, all combine into a perfect candy-colored collection.

ANNY Nailpolish is available at their stores located in SM Aura Premier, SM Makati, SM Fairview, SM Megamall, SM Cubao, SM Southmall, SM Davao, SM North Edsa, and Watsons SM Mall of Asia, and Watsons, SM North EDSA-The Block.

Globe iPhone 5s, 5c launch toned down to support Yolanda relief efforts

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15 Nov 2013

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Globe iPhone 5s, 5c launch toned down to support Yolanda relief efforts

Instead of holding a grand launching event for the new iPhone models this year, Globe has decided to divert most of its efforts to extending further assistance to the victims of Typhoon Yolanda.

Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu (R) with one of the first subscribers to receive an iPhone 5s under Globe, Patrick Wong (L), a Globe postpaid subscriber for almost 10 years

Globe set up a booth at Bonifacio Global City where subscribers who trooped to the venue of the small-scale launch were able to register to GCASH and send monetary donations to support the relief operations of the Philippine National Red Cross. They were also encouraged to bring canned goods, noodles, usable clothes, blankets, mosquito nets, and other in-kind donations.

“As part of our commitment to help in nation-building efforts after the onslaught of Typhoon Yolanda that affected millions of lives, we are doing away with the usual grand launch event for the iPhone and instead use this platform to augment what we’re doing for our kababayans using our GCASH facility,” said Peter Bithos, Chief Operating Advisor for Consumer Business at Globe. “This year’s launch will also focus on providing a delightful customer experience for subscribers who have trusted our expertise in iPhone and leadership in postpaid.”

This is part of the telco’s enterprise-wide disaster response initiative called Bangon Pinoy. This program aims to provide a unified system for donations, relief efforts, and corporate social responsibility programs across Globe’s products and services.

Despite having no large-scale launch, Globe has already announced its iPhone Forever suite of plans, which lets new and existing subscribers to avail of an iPhone 5s or iPhone 5c, and allows them to upgrade their iPhone models every year for free or with minimal cash-out, without having to reset their lock-in period.

Chevrolet opens Motorama, launches 3 vehicles

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Mika Fernandez-David

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15 Nov 2013

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Chevrolet opens Motorama, launches 3 vehicles

The Covenant Car Company Incorporated, the exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles and parts in the Philippines, yesterday opened the Chevrolet Motorama 2013 at the SM Mall of Asia Skating Rink.

On display is Chevrolet’s complete vehicle lineup that includes the Chevrolet Spark, the Chevrolet Sonic, the Chevrolet Orlando, the Chevrolet Colorado, and the Chevrolet Cruze. Classic Chevy models took center spot as the timeless Chevrolet Malibu and iconic American muscle, the Chevrolet Camaro lit up the floor with its classic lines and showroom shine.

“The ‘Chevrolet Motorama’ allows us to touch-base with our customers and thank them for their continuous patronage and support. We are offering great deals on current car models and we are also introducing three new and exciting models to the market,” says Atty. Albert Arcilla, President and Managing Director of The Covenant Car Company Inc. (TCCCI), the exclusive importer and distributor of Chevrolet automobiles and parts in the Philippines.

The highlight of yesterday’s opening was the introduction of their latest car models, the Chevrolet Malibu Executive Sedan, the 7-seater AUV Chevrolet Spin, and the Chevrolet Trailblazer 4×2 Automatic SUV.

The event runs until November 17, Sunday, so you still have time to head to the Mall of Asia to see the great exhibit.

Find out more at www.chevrolet.com.ph

iPhone 5s and 5c now available under Smart and Globe: Where are you getting your new iPhone?

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15 Nov 2013

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iPhone 5s and 5c now available under Smart and Globe: Where are you getting your new iPhone?

Today marks the first day of the availability of the iPhone 5s and the iPhone 5c through Smart and Globe!

For those who didn’t pre-order, here’s a quick rundown of each telco’s offering. Read through it and tell us in the comment section: Under which network are you getting your new iPhone?

Smart

Under Smart, interested customers can avail of the 16GB iPhone 5s for only PHP 1,799 under the iPhone Plan 999. This includes a monthly service fee of PHP 999 plus PHP 800 device amortization via credit card. Plan 999 comes with 40 free call minutes, 100 free SMS, and unlimited data.

For the iPhone 5c, subscribers can get any color variant of the 16GB model also under the iPhone Plan 999 with PHP 500 device amortization via credit card, amounting to a PHP 1,499 monthly fee.

Subscribers who choose to avail of either device under Smart’s Freedom Plan—the telco’s postpaid offering that comes with no lock-out period and no fixed monthly fees—will get free 250Mb of data worth PHP 300 every month for the first year of subscription.

For subscribers of Smart’s Infinity Power Plan, which comes with unlimited calls, SMS and data to Smart and Sun, the 32GB iPhone 5c and the 16GB/32GB iPhone 5s is offered for free under Plan 8000.

Both phones are also available for free under the Infinity Enterprise Plan 5000, which includes unlimited data, calls and SMS to all networks. The same applies to the Infinity Enterprise Plan 8000, which adds unlimited IDD and international SMS to all countries and all networks on top of the features included in Plan 5000.

Subscribers of Smart’s regular Infinity offers (Aspire 3500, Prestige 5000, and Premium 8000), meanwhile, can get bonus freebies upon subscription to any of the the iPhone 5s or 5c plans. Subscription to the iPhone 5s (16GB) plan under Plan 5000 comes with two VIP tickets to the Philippine staging of Wicked or PHP 14,000 worth of Rustan’s gift certificates.

Those who want to upgrade to the new iPhone deals but are still under an active contract can choose to wipe out their existing contract for a fee that can be discounted up to 75% of the applicable charge. Trade-in deals are also being offered at Smart stores in Rockwell, Robinsons Magnolia, SM North EDSA, Festival Mall, and the Jump Experience Center in SM Megamall.

Globe

Globe recently launched the iPhone 5s and 5c under the new Globe iPhone Forever plan, an exclusive upgrade program that lets new and existing subscribers swap their current iPhones for the latest model every year.

The iPhone Forever suite consists of five plans. Each includes one or a combination of any of the following services: a consumable monetary amount, unlimited calls and texts to Globe/TM numbers, unlimited calls and texts to all networks, and LTE browsing.

Those who apply for any of the five plans offered under the suite will be able to get an iPhone 5s or a 5c for free upon subscription. Then, when Apple releases a new iPhone model the following year, subscribers can then trade in their existing iPhone models to avail of the new one for free or with minimal cash-out as soon as it’s available in the country, without having to reset the lock-in period for their respective subscriptions.

If the subscriber is still under an active contract or subscription lock-in period during the time that a new iPhone model is released, the clock will not reset. In contrast, if subscribers sign up for a new plan, they would be required to lock in for a new 24-month period.

Though the main idea is to be able to swap one iPhone for another, other gadgets are also accepted based on a tier system.

Under iPhone Forever Plan 1599, subscribers can get the iPhone 5c 16GB for free over a 24-month contract period. This comes with a consumable amount of PHP 601 and 1GB PowerSurf LTE browsing. Plan 2999 comes with a free 16GB iPhone 5s, a consumable amount of PHP 101, unlimited LTE browsing, and unlimited calls and texts to Globe/TM numbers over a 24-month lock-in period.

Interested customers can avail of an iPhone Forever plan from 15 November until 31 December of 2013. After which, the process of signing up for a new plan for an iPhone 5s or 5c will revert to the old scheme—having to pre-terminate one’s existing contract before applying for another.

The iPhone 5s and 5c are also offered at regular postpaid plans under Globe’s My Super Plan. Under Plan 999, the iPhone 5c can be availed at a PHP 1,799 monthly fee, inclusive of the PHP 800 cash-out for the device. The plan both have unlimited LTE surfing and consumable monetary amounts for calls and texts. The iPhone 5s, meanwhile, is available under Plan 1799 with a monthly cash-out of PHP 400 for the device, amounting to a total monthly fee of PHP 2,199 at the minimum.

Subscribers who will avail of the newest iPhone devices on launch day under Globe are also eligible to avail of a free one-year subscription to GCASH Virtual Pay and get up to 50% off on iPhone accessories.