GCash for Good raised over P30M for Typhoon Odette-hit communities   

In true bayanihan spirit, GCash, the leading mobile wallet in the country, was able to raise over P30 million in donations through GCash for Good, its corporate social responsibility arm, to safely accelerate fundraising for relief, recovery operations, and rehabilitation for the communities affected by Typhoon Odette.  

GCash for Good enables users to give monetary assistance to important causes such as disaster relief through the Pay Bills feature (select “Others” to donate) and Scan to Donate using the GCashGivesBack QR Code.  The donations were equally disbursed among 12 beneficiaries, namely UNICEF, World Vision, Philippine Red Cross, ABS-CBN LingkodKapamilya Foundation, Ayala Foundation, Caritas Manila, GMA Kapuso Foundation, Jollibee Group Foundation, Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philippines, Save the Children Philippines, and World Wide Fund for Nature Philippines.

“At GCash, we will continue to work with our partners to further utilize the GCash app to help Filipinos during difficult times. The cooperation between the private and public sectors is crucial in speeding up the recovery of the communities affected by Typhoon Odette,”said Martha Sazon, GCash President and CEO.

Prior to launching the donation drive for Typhoon Odette-affected communities, GCash also facilitated several fundraising initiatives through GCash for Good in 2020 and 2021. With the #FightCOVID campaign, GCash was able to help support the Filipino frontliner workforce and provide assistance to those who were gravely affected by the pandemic. During the Taal Volcano eruption, GCash was also able to further help the affected communities in the area with its #TulongTaal donation drive. GCash has also raised funds for relief programs for Typhoon Ulysses and Rolly victims after both calamities ravaged many parts of the country.

“We continue to be One with the Nation in helping our kababayans during calamities through our partner NGOs.  We are focused on empowering more Filipinos everyday by giving them access to relevant and secure financial services, thereby enabling them to support various causes,” said Chito Maniago, VP for Corporate Communications and Public Affairs. 

With GCash for Good, many Filipinos were empowered to help others with a safe and accessible means in times of disasters like Typhoon Odette. Now, it only takes a few taps on the GCash app for people to donate any amount and help make a difference.

For more information, visit www.gcash.com. 

Attention to all gamers! Xiaomi Philippines has announced the Xiaomi Wild Rift Philippine Cup powered by the Redmi Note 11 Series where you can win cash and other exciting Xiaomi prizes.

Powered by the Redmi Note 11 Series, the Xiaomi Wild Rift Philippine Cup will test participants’ League of Legends: Wild Rift mobile gaming prowess. Teams of 5 with one allowed substitute can register for the tournament until March 8 at 11:59 PM - but hurry because only up to 128 teams will be selected at the end of the registration period. Those interested can sign up now through this link.

Qualifiers will happen on March 16 and 17 wherein the top 16 teams will proceed to the Group Stage happening on March 24 and 31. The top four teams who will prevail per group will be competing in the Playoffs on April 21 and 22, which will also be broadcasted live on the Xiaomi Philippines Facebook page and will determine the first Xiaomi Wild Rift Philippine Cup grand champion!

So gather your best teammates to secure your slot before it's too late as the grand winner will be winning a total of Php 50,000 while second and third place will win Php 35,000 and Php 15,000 respectively. For the full list of mechanics, you may visit this page.

You can now play to win with the Redmi Note 11 as it is equipped with the Snapdragon 680 core processor for smoother animations and lag-free transitions, while also registering more precise finger touches that will translate to precise gameplay as it also boasts a high refresh rate of up to 90Hz. Get an enhanced screen experience with its FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay featuring DCI-P3 wide color gamut. Game virtually anywhere with the Redmi Note 11’s 33W Pro fast-charger that charges its battery from 0 to 100% within an hour and its 5,000mAh battery so that you are free to game whether at home or on the go.

The Redmi Note 11 4GB+64GB is available for Php 8,999 while its 6GB+128GB variant is available for Php 9,999. Meanwhile, the Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G will be arriving in the Philippines this March 5 so mark your calendars now!

The Redmi Note 11 is available on Xiaomi’s official Lazada and Shopee stores as well as authorized Xiaomi stores nationwide.

Fresh air, fresh home, fresh life with the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 and the Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Series

Having a clean and healthy home environment has never been easier with the help of these recently launched smart appliances from Xiaomi, the Smart Air Purifier 4 Series and the Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Series.

Get to know more about these new offerings that will help you maintain a home that can keep your loved ones healthy and protected at all times.

Breathe healthier with the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Series

Get cleaner, fresher indoor air with the new Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 series that can remove common harmful gases, odour and other air particles in your home. Xiaomi upgraded its widely-acclaimed Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier Series with three new variants - Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro, 4, and 4 Lite.

All variants feature a 3-in-1 filtration system that includes a primary filter, Xiaomi's High Efficiency Filter, and a high-quality activated carbon filter to trap 99.97% of air pollutants as small as 0.3 microns, which is ideal for homes with many family members to ensure all your loved ones get the freshest air. Their sleek design. The series is equipped with a crisp OLED touch display that enables  easy viewing of AQI, temperature, and humidity statistics at a glance, as well as quick adjustments with only a few clicks to maximise efficiency for hard working busy individuals.

The top variant, the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Pro, has a large effective coverage area of 60m² and can purify a living room of 40m² in approximately 15 minutes. The Smart Air Purifier 4 features a low-noise nighttime running mode at only 32.1dB(A) to ensure seamless integration with users' modern homes and lives, while the Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite will easily fit into your home with a body taking up an area size that almost equals to an A4 paper while having a large coverage area of 25-43m² effective coverage area. 

The Air Purifier 4 Pro, Air Purifier 4, and Air Purifier 4 Lite retail for Php 11,999, Php 8,999, and Php 6,999 respectively.

Convenient cleaning with the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Series

Always come home to a clean home with the new and improved Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 series that comes in three new variants - the Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, Vacuum-Mop 2, and Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite.

The Vacuum-Mop 2 features an upgraded pressurised mopping for more effective mopping and efficient cleaning wherever you live. It has a 2700Pa powerful suction for persistent, powerful, and instant cleaning. It can clean areas of up to 150 m2 in one pass as it is equipped with a large 3200mAh battery and can clean for up to 110 minutes. For vacuuming and mopping, it has a Japanese NIDEC brushless motor for consistently strong suction power to effectively remove anything from tiny dust and hair to large crumbs and debris, while its super-dense 0.1mm fibre main brush can easily reach corners and gaps between floor boards. It has a 550 mL High-capacity dustbin and 250mL smart electronically controlled water tank that allows it to last longer and cover more areas.

The Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro can do this and more with its LDS radar rangefinder and its ability to map multiple floors of your home. It is a highly efficient cleaning partner as it is capable of vacuuming up large particles of dust and debris from crevices with its 3000Pa suction that also has 3 vacuum-mop modes and 4 suction power settings. It also has a high-frequency sonic vibration mopping at 10,000 vibrations per minute to power clean even stubborn stains.

Lastly, the Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite has a 81.3 mm slim design to reach under most furniture including beds, cabinets and sofas, eliminating dirt hiding underneath, without getting stuck. It also has 25 high-precision sensors and Gyroscope & Visual-aided NavigationPrecise capture of your house layout so it can easily clean your home and a larger 270 mL large-capacity water tank that has an electronically-controlled water pump with 3 water level settings.

The Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, Vacuum-Mop 2, and Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite are available for Php 17,999, Php 11,499, and Php 7,999 respectively.

Cleaning Control at Your Fingertips

If you are a busy individual, you are in luck!  The  Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 and Mi Robot-Vacuum Mop 2 series can be controlled through the Xiaomi Home App to save more time and energy, giving you one less thing to worry about so you can focus on other daily activities. Through the app, users can control the device remotely, allowing them to easily schedule routines and behaviour, set up automation with other IoT devices, allow Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for easy voice commands, and more.

The Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier and Vacuum-Mop 2 Series are now available in the Official Xiaomi Lazada store and authorised Xiaomi Stores nationwide.

As technology gets better and better with each passing day, the need for simplification becomes important. Especially now that most people are staying at home, you want the best technological innovations available in the simplest way possible. After all, you don’t want to be bothered with wires, charging stations, and other clutter. There’s beauty in simplicity.

This also holds true for earbuds. Going wireless gives you a lot of benefits that make life better and easier. How many times have you tried to get your earphones from your bag and was greeted with a tangled mess? Or you’re out running then the wires snag on a tree branch? True wireless technology gives you a hassle-free experience without sacrificing audio quality. 

LG’s TONE Free earbud series provides a great entry into a true wireless world. Whether you’re using earbuds while working at home or working out, it provides a superior experience to wired ones. It’s perfect for active lifestyles because you don’t need to worry about wires impeding your stride or movement. LG TONE Free earbuds have a new, contoured design that conforms to the shape of your ear, providing a comfortable and stylish fit that doesn’t fall off easily. It is also IPX4 water and sweat resistant.

LG TONE Free earbuds give you privacy, even when you’re in public. Simply open the TONE Free app to use whispering mode with the TONE Free FP5. With whispering mode, you can whisper in a noisy space and still be heard clearly on your calls. Just hold the right earbud near your mouth to speak soft and clear. It also boasts of Active Noise Cancellation which reduces background and ambient noises so you can focus on what you're listening to - and ignore the rest. It's perfect for reducing background noise on a plane, in a busy cafe or on public transportation. 

If you’re the type to want to fall asleep to music, LG’s TONE Free is perfect for you. You can immerse yourself in soothing, calming sounds to help you sleep. Ear irritation won’t be a problem thanks to soft, hypoallergenic medical grade ear gels that provide a comfortable fit. 

With the LG TONE Free, you also don’t have to worry about using it for extended periods of time. Enjoy up to 8 hours of play time on your buds and a total of 22 hours of play time with the charging case—all from one charge.It also has a fast charging feature where you can get 1 hour worth of power in just 5 minutes of charging. 

Experience the convenience of wireless earbuds with LG TONE Free today. Get a pair from LG authorized retailers such as Abenson, Ansons, and SM Appliance. You can also purchase the earbuds from LG’s flagship online store in Lazada and Shopee. 

XTREME Appliances recently launched its newest Concept Store located at Divimall, Anabu, Imus. The star-studded event was attended by celebrities, influencers, and media publications who enjoyed a day of fun activities, raffle draws, and appliance shopping.

In line with this, customers got a chance to buy 3.5L XTREME Home Digital Air Fryer for only ₱999 and 600ML XTREME Home Personal Blender for ₱199 on its opening day. The said promo runs for three (3) days which gives the first ten (10) customers daily a chance to get the said appliances at an irresistible price. This is on top of their six-day exclusive promotion (February 16-21, 2022) where customers can enjoy up to 67% off on select products. Despite the influx of customers, who wanted to have first dibs on affordable yet premium quality home appliances, the management made sure to strictly implement safety health protocols. Staff and customers maintained proper social distancing and wore face masks inside the store.   

XTREME Appliances Heart’s Day Promo

Gift-giving is one of the most common ways for Filipinos in expressing their love and affection to their loved ones this love month. XTREME Appliances, the country’s leading one-stop shop appliance brand, is helping you find the perfect gifts through their latest campaign, Heart’s Day. 

From February 16 to 21, customers can get 10% discounts on all XTREME Appliances products across all participating concept stores nationwide.

• JKEPS Naic
• SylPaulJoyce Ibaan
• Jhunpyo Cogeo
• SylPaulJoyce Silang
• Jhunpyo Montalban
• A2RJ Guitnang Bayan (San Mateo)
• SylPaulJoyce Cubao
• A2RJ Montalban
• SylPaulJoyce Lipa
• Jonalyn’s Mariveles Branch 1
• SylPaulJoyce Lemery
• Vizcaya Balita
• SylPaulJoyce San Pablo
• XTREME Appliances Concept Stores

To make the love month more enjoyable for all customers, participating concept stores will launch a Karaoke Challenge to all interested customers who want to show their singing skills. Other exciting surprises and fun activities await loyal customers.

Meanwhile, from February 22 to 28, 10% discounts will also be available at XTREME Appliances store partners nationwide. Find the nearest XTREME Store in your area here: https://www.xtreme.com.ph/pages/store-locator

Rise to the challenge with some of the nation’s most popular Gen Z stars, Darren Espanto, Kyline Alcantara, Mavy and Cassy Legaspi, and P-POP boy group BGYO using Xiaomi's newest Redmi Note 11, the smartphone that can conquer any challenge with its flagship-level specs and features.

Xiaomi recently launched in the Philippines the Redmi Note 11 Series, starting with the mid-range king, the Redmi Note 11, bringing powerful upgrades that push the limits of any mid-range smartphone with an upgraded camera, display, and performance.

Among the Redmi Note 11 ambassadors is P-POP boy group BGYO composing of JL Toreliza, Nate Porcalla, Gelo Rivera, Mikki Claver, and Akira Morishita who made Xiaomi trend on social media when they posted about the phone. Gelo talked about how the Redmi Note 11 is his perfect partner for his busy schedule. “With training, shows, and interviews here and there, all of us need a phone that can keep up with our super fast-paced lifestyle and the Redmi Note 11 does just that with its capable processor and large-capacity battery with fast-charging. We don’t need to worry about our phones dying in the middle of a packed day,” shared Gelo.

Another one of the most excited about the release is the total performer, Darren Espanto, who shared his first impressions over his newest smartphone. “I’m so excited to game…on my new Redmi Note 11. It’s such a sleek phone. [I]f you guys are looking to upgrade your phone right now, switch to the new Redmi Note 11, you guys will not regret it,” shared Darren.

Sparkle Sweethearts, Mavy Legaspi and Kyline Alcantara, also gushed about how the Redmi Note 11 helps them bond during the pandemic.

“Redmi Note 11 offers us a new and powerful entertainment experience and it helps us conquer our boredom this pandemic. That’s why we really enjoy watching videos together especially with its immersive dual stereo sound and even its screen looks bright and seamless and has smoother transitions,” said Mavy.

Meanwhile, Kyline shared, “When we are not together, our video calls are now smoother with the Redmi Note 11’s 50MP main camera, plus the battery lasts really long and is also fast-charging so we can talk continuously for hours on end.”

The First Lady Star, Cassy Legaspi also expressed her love for the phone. “As someone who is always on the phone, the Redmi Note 11 really exceeds my expectations of any smartphone that I have experienced especially with its powerful fast charging battery. Plus, with this phone I feel like I’m always on the trend because of its sleek design and beautiful display. It really suits my taste,” said Cassy.

The Redmi Note 11 4GB + 64GB variant will retail at PHP 8,999, while the 6GB + 128GB variant is priced at PHP 9,999. For the early bird promo of the Redmi Note 11 4GB+64GB, buyers will get the Redmi Buds 3 for free between February 11 until February 19 (12AM) on Xiaomi’s official Shopee and Lazada stores. Stocks and availability for the freebie will be limited.

Stay tuned to the official Xiaomi Facebook page for upcoming appearances of the newest members of the Xiaomi family and for updates and exclusive promo deals.

From March 14 to 26, tech enthusiasts can upgrade their programming skills and connect with like-minded individuals from across the region

As the digital landscape continues to grow exponentially in the SEA region, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches Shopee Code League (SCL) to help upskill coders through workshops and challenges designed to enhance programming abilities. This initiative is available to tech coders of all levels from across the region.

Shopee Code League is a 2-week league that features a series of exclusive online training sessions organized by Shopee and two rounds of coding competitions that let participants solve algorithmic puzzles designed by the Shopee Engineering team. Attended by over 17,000 participants and 300 partners from eight locations across the region in 2021, the competition initially had three different tracks: Data Science, Data Analytics, and Programming. This year, to cater to the need of more coders keen on learning about algorithms, SCL will focus on offering the following topics: Python Programming, C++, Go, Data Structures and Algorithms, and Dynamic Programming.

Shopee Code League 2022 is open to all interested individuals and top performers can win cash prizes amounting to SGD 25,000 (more than ₱950,000). Participants also stand a chance to join Shopee to grow their careers in the tech landscape.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “We are excited to support a new generation of tech leaders and enthusiasts who want to learn and improve their skills through Shopee Code League. The initiative proved to be successful each year and we will continue to enhance our programs so that our participants can take full advantage of the opportunities Shopee is offering. We are inviting all tech talents to join and learn how to maximize their potential.”

Registration for the Shopee Code League is ongoing until February 28, 2022. For more information about the Shopee Code League, please visit https://careers.shopee.ph/codeleague/.