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    LG donates $500,000 to Yolanda victims

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    LG donates $500,000 to Yolanda victims

    LG & Red CrossLG 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.

    Solar Panel (Palawan City Hall)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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    Creating beautiful nail art is easy with ANNY

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    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.

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

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    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.

    Patrick Wong with Ernest CuGlobe 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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    Chevrolet opens Motorama, launches 3 vehicles

     

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    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.

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

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    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?

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

    Honda increases Yolanda donations to 10M – UPDATE

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    Honda increases Yolanda donations to 10M – UPDATE

    Honda Foundation LogoThe Honda Group of Companies in the Philippines, through its CSR arm, Honda Foundation, Inc. has increased their donation from previously reported 1 million Pesos, to  five million Pesos to help in assisting the relief and recovery efforts in the affected areas of the country. Likewise, its parent company Honda Motor Company Ltd (Japan), shall be sending the same amount to be coursed through the ABS-CBN Foundation.

    The Honda Group of Companies in the Philippines composed of Honda Philippines, Inc., Honda Cars Philippines, Inc., Honda Parts Manufacturing Corp., and Honda Trading Philippines Ecozone Corp., is in full support with the nation in this time of need.

    Catch Round 5 of the 2013 Hyundai Lateral Drift Championship in Aseana City

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    Catch Round 5 of the 2013 Hyundai Lateral Drift Championship in Aseana City

    hyundai lateral drift 2It’s not too late to catch up on the excitement! Feel your adrenaline rush this weekend as Round 5 of the Hyundai Lateral Drift Championship series takes off this Saturday, November 16, at Aseana City.

    Action starts at 8am as racers gear up for practice, 11am for the qualifying round, 2pm for the Amateur Division tandem and finals, and 4pm for the Pro Division tandem and finals. The event is free for all spectators.

    The 2013 Hyundai Lateral Drift Championship is powered by the Genesis Coupe and co-presented by Standard Insurance and Wave 89.1 FM. Other sponsors include AtoyCustoms, Dickies Clothing, DC Shoes, Barney’s Burger, and Aguila Auto Glass, with media partners The Philippine Daily Inquirer, Motioncars.inquirer.net, Top Gear Philippines, Stoplight TV, Auto Review, Pinoy Extreme, Creator Studio, Gadgets Magazine, Kotse.com, TimeAttackManila.com, Power Wheels Magazine, Motorcycle Magazine, Sprocketph.com, The Manila Times, Daily Tribune, The Manila Bulletin, Philippine Star, LegitManila, Turbo Zone GMA News TV, C! Magazine, Urbanpinas.com, and Racin’Beat.

    Samsung pledges 1 million USD in cash to aid “Yolanda” victims

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    Samsung pledges 1 million USD in cash to aid “Yolanda” victims

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    With the current devastation and widespread inconvenience caused by super typhoon “Yolanda” (international name Haiyan), Samsung genuinely extends its sympathy and help to the people of the Philippines.

    The tech giant has pledged 1 million USD in cash to assist in the recovery and rebuilding efforts on the areas affected by the super typhoon. This aid will be channeled through direct donations to the Philippine Red Cross, the ABS-CBN Foundation, and World Vision.

    Moreover, Samsung Electronics Philippines (SEPCO) is sending employee volunteer groups to disaster stricken areas in the Philippines. The Samsung volunteer groups, who will be executing on-ground assistance to the people in need, are comprised of service engineers and employees from various departments.

    Honda pledges PHP 1Million to victims of super typhoon “Haiyan”

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    Honda pledges PHP 1Million to victims of super typhoon “Haiyan”

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    Through its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, Honda Foundation, Inc., the Honda Group of Companies in the Philippines expresses their deepest sympathies to the victims of super typhoon “Haiyan”, locally dubbed as “Yolanda”. Local Honda subsidiaries will provide 1 million Pesos to help in assisting the relief and recovery efforts in the affected areas of the country.

    The Honda Group of Companies in the Philippines composed of Honda Philippines, Inc., Honda Cars Philippines, Inc., Honda Parts Manufacturing Corp., and Honda Trading Philippines Ecozone Corp., is in full support with the nation in this time of need.

     

    DTI collaborates with Microsoft in reinforcing responsible pricing in the marketplace

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    DTI collaborates with Microsoft in reinforcing responsible pricing in the marketplace

    DTI-Microsoft Philippines Partnership for Price Monitoring App

    In the photo (L-R): Carmela del Rosario, Management Information System Officer, DTI; Anne Sevilla, Trade and Industry Information Center Officer, DTI; Atty. Victorio Dimagiba, Consumer Welfare and Business Regulation Group OIC, DTI; Nora Terrado, DTI Undersecretary for Management Services Group; Karrie Ilagan, General Manager, Microsoft Philippines; Alvin Gendrano, Developer and Platform Evangelism Director, Microsoft Philippines; Ferdie Saputil, Public Sector Director, Microsoft Philippines; Joben Rara, Developer and Platform Evangelist, Microsoft Philippines. 

    Committed to better serve the government in achieving efficiency through the use of technology, Microsoft Philippines teams up with the Department of Trade and Industry in utilizing the DTI Price Monitoring App for Windows tablets to boost responsible pricing in the market

    As a strategic move and to move away from the tedious manual pen and paper process, field personnel’s of DTI will be equipped with the DTI Price Monitoring App before the end of 2013. The app installed in over 100 Windows 8 Acer W510 tablets, aims to help DTI staffs to monitor the prices of basic necessities and prime commodities in public markets and supermarkets better.

    This new and present system will help DTI to monitor pricing more cost-effectively, and at the same time record and report data sharply in real time. Likewise, this will modernize the whole monitoring process. Ultimately allowing personnel’s to get more work done which will result in an increased number of regulated vendors adhering 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.”

    “The Department of Trade and Industry takes an active role in shaping the country to be globally competitive with a strong industry and services sector. We can accelerate the achievement of this goal if we have a healthy marketplace where people abide by the rules and regulations. Our partnership with Microsoft enabled us to optimize technology as a tool in reinforcing DTI policies including price implementation in the market. This represents our high regard for innovation as a prerequisite in building a healthy business ecosystem and in facilitating the general welfare of the consumers,” said Undersecretary Nora Terrado of the Department of Trade and Industry.

    To learn more about Microsoft, visit www.microsoft.com.ph.

     

    Waterlogged? Otterbox has you covered.

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    Waterlogged? Otterbox has you covered.

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    It has happened to many of us. Your phone is just sitting around, minding its own business, when a rogue cup of tea comes in out of nowhere, sending your helpless device to its chamomile-infused doom. We can be as careful as we want, but there’s really nothing we can do to stay the fickle hand of Fate. Otterbox knows this well, and has an answer.

    Their Preserver Series for the iPhone 5s and 5c, as well as the Samsung Galaxy S4 allow your device to withstand depths of up to 6.6 feet for 30 minutes at a time. It also offers drop protection from the same height, and gives perfect protection against dust, without hindering the full functionality of the touch screen. The two-piece case snaps together for easy installation. It boasts a solid plastic frame lined with device-cradling foam and overmolded bumpers to absorb and deflect shock away from the device inside.

    The preserver series is available for the 5c/5s for PHP 4,100, and Samsung Galaxy S4 cases are now on pre-order. The iPhone cases are available in Pistachio, Glacier, Carbon (above), and Primrose, while the S4 cases are available in Carbon and Glacier.

    The Capcom Cup Asia finals concludes with Gackt emerging champion

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    The Capcom Cup Asia finals concludes with Gackt emerging champion

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    Three days of intense combat at Razer HQ in Singapore has produced a winner for the Capcom Cup Asia Finals 2013. After the dust had settled, one fighter emerged at the top. Eng Ghim Kee also known as “Gackt” took home first prize at the event, with Team Razer’s  own Keita “Fuudo” Ai taking second position. Both fighters will be representing the region at the Grand Finals which will be held in Northern California this December.

    Featuring Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition in this tournament, a series of qualifiers were held in Korea, Taiwan and Singapore with the top six challengers from those qualifiers battling out at the Capcom Cup Asia Finals held in Singapore from November 8 to November 10.

    Razer, the official organizer of the Capcom Cup Asia Finals 2013, was represented by co-founder, CEO and creative director Min-Liang Tan and accompanied by Street Fighter IV producer Yoshinori Ono. Both were present during the final event to support  the players and celebrate the success of the event.

    “All the finalists have exhibited incredible level of skills and Fuudo has definitely exceeded my expectations in terms of performance, dedication and passion,” said Min-Liang Tan. “We are proud to have sponsored the Capcom Cup Asia Finals and we are encouraged by the community to do more for fighting game scene in 2014.”

     

    Viber updates mobile app with Sticker Market and Push to Talk

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    Viber updates mobile app with Sticker Market and Push to Talk

    Viber imageInstant messaging app, Viber, recently updated to version 4.0. Included in the update are two major changes–the Sticker Market, and Push to Talk.

    Stickers are common in instant messaging apps, and Viber has decided to join the sticker bandwagon with the introduction of Sticker Market. Aside from expanding its line of free stickers, Viber now offers sticker sets such as Powerpuff Girls, and Adventure Time stickers you can purchase for Php90.62.

    Viber is also introducing Push to Talk, an instant voice messaging function which allows users to send short voice messages to each other.

    Other updates on Viber 4.0 include new custom backgrounds for Conversations, Message Forwarding function, and group conversations with up to 100 participants.

    Along with these other enhancements, Viber is also rolling out the app to Android tablets. Viber users can now enjoy the app on their tablets with a design optimized for the device. All contacts and messages will be fully synchronized on all devices so users can have the option to easily switch from smartphone to tablet in an instant.

    You can download the update on Google Play for Android devices, and the App Store for iOS.

    Police celebrates 30 years of style in Eyewear and launches K-Pop line

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    Police celebrates 30 years of style in Eyewear and launches K-Pop line

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    Police brand ambassadors David Guison, Roxee B, and Will Devaughn with Police executives Vittorio Trusso and Stefano Bozzo at the brand’s 30th year celebration.

    Italian lifestyle brand Police, founded in 1983, celebrates its 30th year in the lifestyle accessories industry. Over the years the brand has earned a name for itself in fashion iconic novelties and has since cemented itself as one reputable lifestyle brand.

    “For 30 years, Police has maintained its tradition of producing trendy, high-quality eyewear and accessories. For its anniversary, we continue this tradition by introducing a brand new line that evokes style and attitude, two qualities that can be found in all of our products,” Police Brand Manager Stefano Bozzo remarks.

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    Bozzo shares that since the inception of Police in the early 1980’s, the brand has introduced iconic styles that crossed borders and represented generations year after year.

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     Police Eyewear throughout the years

    Riding the K-Pop wave

    From the iconic aviators to trend-setting blue tinted Eyewear, Police continues the trend by riding on the K-Pop wave. Along with Police’s 30th Anniversary, the brand also introduced the Police K-Pop line.

    The K-Pop line is a comeback to Police Eyewear’s best-selling blue-tinted sunglasses, the S8299 model that features a metal frame and polarized mirror lenses. The new trendy collection upgrades this best-selling look with new colored lenses giving it a whole new-sophisticated look and feel.

    New Brand Ambassadors

    Bozzo welcomes actor Will Devaugn, actress Roxanne Barcelo, and fashion blogger David Guison into Police’s roster of brand ambassadors. He expressed that the three ambassadors were selected as they embody what Police is all about.

    “This year and for the last 30, Police has been committed in producing Eyewear that isn’t just an accessory, but a lifestyle essential that transforms a person’s look and enhances facial features while protecting the eyes. It is through cutting edge Eyewear that Police helps individuals showcase their unique style, no matter their personality or taste,” Bozzo concludes.

    Smart, Globe, and Sun offer 25 free local and int’l SMS daily to subscribers in Yolanda-stricken areas

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    Smart, Globe, and Sun offer 25 free local and int’l SMS daily to subscribers in Yolanda-stricken areas

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    Smart, Globe and Sun have each agreed to provide their subscribers in Tacloban City, Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Leyte, northern Cebu, and Samar with 25 free local and international text messages daily for five days.

    The free 25 daily SMS bundles can be used to send text messages across all networks from November 13 to 17 and come with an allocation for international SMS.

    For Smart and Sun subscribers, no registration is required; users will automatically receive the bundles daily, and a text notification will arrive once the bundles are sent. The offer is also available to Smart and Sun subscribers in Palawan.

    Globe and TM subscribers, meanwhile, must text BangonPinoy to 8888 to avail of the free service.

    “This is a time for Filipinos to come together and help our countrymen in their hour of great need.  This joint effort will help Smart, Sun Cellular and Talk ‘N Text subscribers in the typhoon-struck areas to communicate with their loved ones at home and abroad,” said Charles A. Lim, executive vice president of Smart and chief operating officer of Digital Mobile Philippines.

    Peter Bithos, Chief Operating Advisor for Globe Consumer Business Group, stated, “This free service is open to all Globe Postpaid, Globe Prepaid, and TM subs in these Eastern Visayas provinces.  This is the company’s way of giving assistance to our customers who are suffering from the typhoon’s onslaught and who need to reach out to their family and friends in the country and abroad.”

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