Manila Water Releases November Desludging Schedule

As Filipino families return home after traveling to their respective provinces and visiting cemeteries to honor departed loved ones during Undas, Manila Water is encouraging customers to attend to household sanitation by availing themselves of the company’s scheduled desludging services this November.

With families settling back into their regular routines, customers are reminded to check the condition of their septic tanks and ensure that these are properly maintained. Regular desludging helps prevent septic tanks from overflowing, producing foul odors, and contaminating surrounding areas and waterways.

Manila Water recommends having septic tanks desludged every five years as part of proper household sanitation and wastewater management. Maintaining septic tanks not only helps keep homes clean but also protects the health of families and their surrounding communities.

For November, Manila Water’s desludging trucks and ground teams will be deployed in the following barangays in Rizal Province: Bagong Nayon, Sta. Cruz, and San Luis in Antipolo City; San Andres and San Isidro in Cainta; San Isidro and San Jose in Rodriguez (Montalban); and the entire municipalities of Baras and Jalajala.

Manila Water desludging teams will also visit select accounts in Barangays Libis, Pasong Tamo, Roxas, Santo Cristo, and Valencia in Quezon City; and Tumana and Malanday in Marikina City.

“As families return home following the Undas break, we encourage our customers to make household sanitation part of getting back into their regular routines. Through proper septic tank maintenance, we can work together to keep our homes and communities clean, healthy, and safe,” said Manila Water Communication Affairs Department Head Dittie Galang.

The collected sludge is transported to Manila Water’s wastewater treatment facilities, where it undergoes proper treatment before the treated effluent is safely discharged. This process helps prevent untreated waste from reaching rivers and other waterways.

Customers in the scheduled barangays are encouraged to coordinate with their respective barangay officials or contact Manila Water through Hotline 1627 for information on the desludging schedule and service arrangements.

By participating in the desludging program, customers help protect public health, prevent environmental contamination, and maintain cleaner communities as families return to their everyday activities after Undas.

Pru Life UK Makes Policy Servicing More Accessible with New App

Pru Life UK is making it easier for customers to access and manage their insurance policies with the launch of its new mobile app, which brings essential policy servicing functions together in one convenient digital platform.

Designed to help customers manage their policies anytime, anywhere, the        Pru Life UK app allows users to view policy details, pay premiums, access policy documents, and update their contact information directly from their mobile phones. Building on the self-service features already available through the PRUServices website, the introduction of the new Pru Life UK app provides an easier and more convenient way to access and manage their policies on the go. 

“As our customers increasingly embrace digital in their everyday lives, we continue to find ways to make their experience with us simpler and more convenient. The new app is an important step in that journey, giving customers easier access to the services they need.” said Kristine De Monteverde, Chief Operations Officer. 

Beyond the launch, Pru Life UK aims to encourage wider adoption of the app as part of its efforts to deliver a more connected and convenient digital customer experience. By making essential policy servicing functions accessible through the website or mobile devices, the company seeks to help customers manage their insurance policies with greater ease. 

Customers can download the Pru Life UK app through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store or by visiting Customer Portal | Reliable Insurance Online Services Philippines - Pru Life UK.

4 Reasons Why the OPPO A7 Pro 5G Makes Everyday Moments Easier to Capture

Every win has a story worth capturing. Whether it’s treating your family on payday or finally taking that trip with friends, these moments reflect the work you put in and deserve more than a passing glance. The all-new OPPO A7 Pro 5G brings together advanced camera features, creative AI editing tools, long-lasting battery life, and smooth performance to help Filipinos capture every celebration and share it with confidence.

From the everyday victories to the milestones you’ve worked towards, the OPPO A7 Pro 5G is built to keep up. Here are four ways it helps you make the most of every moment and #EnjoyYourWin.

1. Fit everyone into the frame with its 50MP Ultra-Wide AI Zoom Selfie Camera

Group selfies are part of almost every celebration, from catching up with friends after work to gathering the family for a well-deserved payday treat. Getting everyone into one photo, however, can be challenging when using a smartphone with a limited field of view.

The OPPO A7 Pro 5G makes group shots easier with its 50MP Ultra-Wide AI Zoom Selfie Camera, featuring a 100° field of view that lets users fit more people into the frame. Its automatic wide-angle switching adjusts the camera from 1x to 0.6x when more people join the shot, making it easier to capture everyone without having to step farther back.

2. Get creative with your favorite memories using AI Remix Collage and AI Popout

Photos taken during a weekend getaway or a celebration with loved ones deserve more than just a spot in the gallery. For Filipinos who enjoy editing and sharing their experiences online, having creative tools makes these memories more fun to revisit.

Bringing OPPO's Reno-proven AI editing innovations to the A Series, the OPPO A7 Pro 5G features AI Remix Collage and AI Popout. AI Remix Collage lets users personalize photos with customizable stickers, while AI Popout creates eye-catching collages with subjects extending beyond their frames. These features give Filipinos more ways to express their creativity and turn everyday moments into memorable content worth sharing.

3. Stay connected and enjoy smoother performance for years to come

Checking messages, scrolling through social media during a short work break, and sharing photos after a long day should feel seamless. An aging smartphone, however, can make these simple activities frustrating when apps start slowing down or connectivity becomes unreliable.

The OPPO A7 Pro 5G addresses these concerns with its NetworkBoost Chip S1, which works with OPPO's connectivity optimization technology to help maintain stable connections, even in challenging environments like crowded commutes.

Complementing this is 5-Year Smoothness Protection, a key OPPO innovation designed to maintain fluid and responsive performance over time. Powered by intelligent system optimization, the device helps Filipinos continue enjoying their favorite apps, editing photos, and sharing memories with fewer slowdowns associated with prolonged smartphone use.

4. Keep every moment going with its 6-Year Durable 8,000mAh Battery

Long work shifts, crowded commutes, and spontaneous plans after work can make it difficult to keep a smartphone charged throughout the day. The last thing anyone wants is to miss a memorable moment because their phone runs out of power.

With its massive 8,000mAh battery, the OPPO A7 Pro 5G is designed to support long hours of everyday use, from checking messages during work breaks to streaming videos on the commute home and taking group photos during a night out.

Engineered for up to six years of battery durability, the device delivers dependable power that can keep up with busy routines and the moments worth enjoying beyond the workday.

Make your next smartphone upgrade a win with exciting deals and promos

After months of hard work and saving up, treating yourself to a new smartphone feels even more rewarding when you know you're getting your money's worth. 

Available nationwide starting November 11, the OPPO A7 Pro 5G  is priced at Php 32,999 and comes in two stylish colorways: Shine Titanium and Surfing Blue. Filipinos can make their next smartphone upgrade more rewarding with exciting deals and exclusive perks available across OPPO's official online shopping channels:

OPPO Online Store (November 11 to 30)

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FREE 2-Year Warranty Package worth Php 4,498 (1-year standard warranty + 1-year extended warranty; terms and conditions apply)

Exclusive Php 1,000 OFF Voucher for MyOPPO members (OPPO Online Store checkout only)

Shopee (November 11 to 18)

Php 2,000 OFF OPPO Voucher (valid until November 30)

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FREE Tango Jet Earbuds worth Php 1,699 (while stocks last)

0% Interest via SPayLater

Php 100 GCash Cashback (orders placed from November 11 to December 11)

Instant Delivery for eligible non-COD orders placed before 3:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, in select Metro Manila cities

Lazada (November 19 to 30)

Php 2,000 OFF OPPO Voucher (valid until November 30)

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FREE Tango Jet Earbuds worth Php 1,699 (while stocks last)

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For more information, visit OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com.ph/ or OPPO Philippines’ official social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok.