Distort Monsters headlines Globe Platinum’s Pop-Up Store Launch for 917 #ExtraGDayEveryday

Globe Platinum collaborated with renowned contemporary and street artist Distort Monsters at the launch of the Platinum Series Hub for its first-ever pop-up store in celebration of the annual 917 #ExtraGDayEveryday in September.

Customers at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC) Amphitheater were treated to the live mural painting of Distort Monsters, who shared inspiration and motivation for his craft.

 

Globe Platinum also prepared a surprise game at the end of the program to drive customers to the Platinum Series Hub, which is open until October 30 on the corner of 26th Avenue and 9th Street in BGC, Taguig City.

 

At the event, visitors were invited to a Monster Hunt and to follow the trail of signages from the amphitheater to the Hub, and snap and share all four monsterized ‘0917’ online with the hashtag #GlobePlatinum #OwnTheExtraordinary. All successful hunters won a P500 discount off their exclusive and very limited Distort Monsters merchandise and wearable art. 

 

To make their Platinum experience even more EXTRA, guests shopped for exclusive Globe Platinum x Distort Monsters merchandise while grooving to live music by DJ David Ardiente and enjoying specialty drinks curated from premium bottles of Diageo’s Rare and Exceptional portfolio, Mortlach 12-Year-Old and Singleton 18-Year-Old.  Customers were able to use their Globe Rewards points to redeem the drinks during Happy Hour. 

 

“We are delighted to provide our customers with exciting sensory experiences, introduce latest Tech Innovations, and allow them to feel how it is to be a Platinum VIP, giving them access to exclusive and one-of-a-kind perks like this. We are also grateful to our partners for giving their 100 percent to make sure our guests enjoyed this very rewarding event,” said Kaisie del Carmen-San Pablo, Head of Globe Platinum Business. 

 

The Hub also showcased Globe Platinum’s latest  innovation and first-in-the-market, Platinum ONE Plan. A lounge area was set up for anyone to test Globe Platinum’s Priority 5G network and UNLI Fiber and inquire about the Platinum service from stationed Relationship Managers.

 

Experience BEST-IN-CLASS service by visiting The Platinum Series Hub.  Guests can also enjoy Happy Hours with Diageo every Friday and Saturday.

 

G Day is Globe’s annual tradition of giving back to its customers. Exciting rewards and surprises await everyone until Oct. 30 to transform ordinary days into something extraordinary. 

 

Learn more about Globe Platinum and its latest Tech Innovations, Rewarding Perks and Best-in-Class service by visiting www.globe.com.ph/platinum 

Drag Race Philippines creates ‘herstory’ at Globe’s G Music Fest with First Complete Public Performance

“Pop off!”

Core memory unlocked for loyal Globe subscribers with the spectacular stage act of 12 glamorous queens from the popular reality competition Drag Race Philippines at the recently held G Music Fest.

It was a surprise for fans at the festival as the queens’ presence at the music fest was only announced the night before the event.

In celebration of Globe’s annual customer event, the most-awaited G Music Fest gave festival-goers a show to remember. Joining a star-studded lineup of local and international acts, the Drag Race Philippines Queens made “herstory” as they performed the complete “Pop Off Ate” version for the first time to a crowd of roughly 6,000 at the Circuit Events Grounds Makati on September 17.

Drag Race Philippines is the Philippine edition of the famous RuPaul’s Drag Race, a show that has drawn a cult following around the world. The show is produced by Fullhouse Asia Production Studios, Inc. in conjunction with World of Wonder Productions, Inc. Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato, Tom Campbell, and RuPaul Charles serve as executive producers on the series.

The show features 12 queens— Brigiding, Corazon, Eva Le Queen, Gigi Era, Lady Morgana, Marina Summers, Minty Fresh, Precious Paula Nicole, Prince, Turing, Vinas De Luxe and Xilhouete— in a fierce battle to be crowned the Philippines’ first Drag Superstar. 

The show is available to stream on discovery+ and HBO Go.

The Queens’ appearance at G Music Fest was an unexpected treat for many fans, who said Drag Race Philippines’ contestants were the highlight of the night for them.

“Naiyak ako, nakita ko na sila. Gaganda nila,” one fan said.

“Is it just me being too emotional when watching “Pop Off Ate” being performed live by Drag Race Philippines Queens in #GMusicFest?? They’re making herstory! Kaka-proud!,” said another fan.

Other than serving fierce looks onstage, the queens also called for support for the Hapag Movement, Globe’s advocacy program on fighting involuntary hunger through technology.

In collaboration with their mobilization partners Ayala Foundation, Caritas Philippines, Tzu Chi Philippines and World Vision, the Hapag Movement aims to rally Filipinos behind a collective effort to help create sustainable livelihood opportunities and provide food relief to families in need through digital solutions, including Globe Rewards and GCash. A donation of just P50 affords one meal for the needy.

Bringing together the Drag Race Philippines Queens on the G Music Fest stage was just one of the many treats Globe prepared for customers on 917 GDay.

“The G Music Fest is all about extraordinary experiences, so we were delighted to see our customers enjoying their hearts out with the queens during the event. We hope that with the G Music Fest, we were able to banner local talents and opened the doors for more Filipinos to discover their passions,” said Jerome Patalud, Head of Globe Rewards.

The festival fulfilled its promise of bringing the best of the best in music, entertainment, culture, and arts.  Loyal Globe subscribers also had fun at experiential booths as they brought home freebies along with precious memories.

GDay, an annual event held every September 17 as a symbol of Globe’s iconic 0917 mobile number prefix, enables customers to get first access to on-ground, digital, and virtual experiences.  To watch and enjoy the festivities even if you missed the G Music Fest, visit the first-ever metaverse of GlobeXBud Virtual World.  Socialize with your friends and even take pictures for a 917 #ExtraGDayEveryday experience.

To learn more about GDay, visit  glbe.co/ExtraGDay.

Globe At Home Customers get 100 Mbps Average Internet Speed Under FREE Plan Realignment

Existing Globe At Home postpaid customers can now enjoy an average internet speed of 100 Mbps with free broadband upgrades, giving them greater bandwidth to accomplish their daily tasks and enjoy leisure time online.

“We always ensure to give our postpaid customers the right combination of value and price so they get the best experience. We realize this by providing them the best connectivity options in the market with the most affordable rates at the offered speeds,” said Globe At Home Brand Management head Janis Legaspi-Racpan.

As a testament, one user shared via Twitter a screenshot of a speedtest with a download speed of 353.35 Mbps and an upload speed of 320.56 Mbps.

“Perks of being loyal with @enjoyGlobe. Free internet speed upgrade,” read the tweet.

Another customer expressed appreciation for the free permanent Globe At Home Fiber speed upgrade. He shared a screenshot of a speedtest showing a download speed of 352.50 Mbps and an upload speed of 315.64 Mbps, more than twice the previous speeds.

Providing accessible and fast connectivity through GFiber plans is part of Globe’s mission to provide a #1stWorldNetwork to Filipinos nationwide and its goal to foster innovation and infrastructure to drive economic development, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Current Globe At Home customers who want to check for the right speed for their plans may file their requests via Globe At Home Facebook messenger.

Meanwhile, existing Globe At Home customers who want more than the free speed upgrade can also get up to 2x their previous speed for only a P200 add-on. They can upgrade online via https://www.globe.com.ph/broadband/plan-upgrade/request.html.

Those who want an upgraded digital lifestyle can choose between GFiber Unli 2399 and 2999 with speeds of up to 300 and 600 Mbps respectively. It is good for up to 15 devices that family members can use for browsing, email, video calls, downloading large files, video streaming in HD, multiplayer gaming, and enabling an intelligent home. They also get exclusive access to the VIP hotline for aftersales concerns on troubleshooting, billing, etc.

Customers who upgrade to GFiber UNLI plan 2399 (300Mbps) and GFiber UNLI Plan 2999 (600Mbps) will get two Huawei AX3 mesh units as part of the bundle.

“We are currently offering the most competitive prices for faster internet in the market, giving Filipinos access to first world internet speeds like that of Singapore, Japan, and Korea for their homes. This also helps improve connections within the home, bringing families closer as they create more moments and memories together,” Racpan said.

To learn more about Globe, visit www.globe.com.ph.

PCTA Members Empower their Communities to Advance and Adapt to the New Normal

Philippine Cable and Telecommunications Association, Inc. (PCTA), together with its members, continue to support the government efforts in improving communications and connectivity services for the public. The pandemic increased the need for stable internet access for social, economic, and educational needs and over 150 internet service provider (ISP) members of the PCTA are at the forefront to help the communities they serve transition into the new normal.

“Providing adequate bandwidth allocation and ensuring that internet service and signals are accessible to our communities are among PCTA’s priorities to support more Filipinos during unprecedented times. We doubled our efforts to improve internet services even in underserved areas,” Joel Dabao, president of PCTA said.

Cotabato Cable Television Network Corporation, one of PCTA’s active members, has put in a lot of work to deliver high quality service and bring the world to the homes of their subscribers in Cotabato City. It has earned the trust of government offices and became the city government’s official internet provider.

Cotabato Cable empowers its community of 3,200 households by providing convenient subscription plans and bundling cable TV with Internet of up to 12mbps in speed for subscribers who shifted to Fiber To The Home (FTTH) system. At the peak of the pandemic, they ensured that they lay out good signal and cable programs that would entertain the elders, help employees who work from home and students who attend their online classes. Cotabato Cable also gave the Department of Education free cablecasting of their modules from Mondays through Fridays.

Bongao Cable TV Network, Inc., one of PCTA’s member operators, has been providing internet service in the Salug Valley Province since 2016. At the start of the pandemic, Bongao Cable extended their services and upgraded their system, availing a higher bandwidth to cater to the needs of their subscribers.

They help schools and learning communities to set-up their online learning by providing a higher bandwidth and reasonable packages. They also support their local government units, specifically the Mayor’s office, to integrate and offer their services online that extends aid to the people in the municipality.

With their constant effort to provide internet services even in the farthest municipalities of the province of Zamboanga del Sur, subscribers no longer need to relocate as they can confidently work from home. Bongao Cable TV Network, Inc. offers the highest internet plan speed of up to 20mbps using the FTTH technology

Bongao cable continuously looks for more ways to upgrade their system to serve their ever-growing number of subscribers without increasing their basic rate for cable TV, at the same time not compromising the quality of their service. In addition, they exercise leniency in the collection of monthly payments understanding the challenges of these unprecedented times.

“As our nation moves forward to recovery, PCTA and its member operators will continue to serve reliable internet connectivity that will empower Filipinos especially in far-flung areas to accelerate and thrive in the digital transformation era,” Dabao added.

For more information about the PCTA and its members nationwide, visit www.pcta.org.ph



ABOUT PCTA

The PHILIPPINE CABLE AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION (PCTA), INC. is the umbrella organization of nationwide Cable Television Operators and Internet Service Providers in the Philippines. Its membership roster includes the biggest cable operators in the country as well as the medium and small cable operators who, through their pain-staking efforts, have succeeded in bringing up-to-date programs, information, and technology to the farthest island in the country. To date, the PCTA has over 300 regular members. Together, the PCTA member-cable operators are serving 75% of the total cable TV subscribers in the Philippines.

6 Binge-Worthy Shows and Movies to Watch

MANILA, MAY 27, 2021 - Looking forward to a lazy, relaxing weekend? Snuggle up in bed, light some scented candles, grab your favorite snacks, and pick out a show or movie! 

This weekend, find comfort in rewatching your old faves or joy in discovering new ones. Whether you’re into comedy, action, sci-fi, or fantasy, you’ll definitely find a show that suits your taste on streaming service HBO GO. 

We understand decision paralysis, so we’ve narrowed it down for you. Below, we’ve got six of the best shows and movies to stream this weekend: 

For sitcom lovers

For a fun, lighthearted fare, you can’t beat Friends. This beloved series, which ran for around a decade, features six twenty-somethings trying to navigate adulthood, career, and relationships. Now, 17 years after the last episode aired, watch Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Joey, Chandler, and Ross as they join celebrity guests in this one-off reunion special. Stream with the rest of the world starting May 27.

For parents looking for a family-friendly movie

Is your whole family staying in for the weekend? Keep kids and adults alike entertained with Tom & Jerry. This animated movie brings these two nemeses and their silly antics to modern-day New York. Kids will definitely enjoy this slapstick animated film, while kids at heart can reminisce about their childhood days by watching along. Stream starting June 4. 

For DC loyalists

With theaters closed last year, Wonder Woman 1984 made its Philippine debut exclusively on HBO GO. This superhero film follows Diana’s journey to learning more about the human world and of course, defeating supervillains—this time, the nefarious Cheetah and Maxwell Lord. Eighties babies will enjoy all the throwbacks referencing the colorful decade. Stream now. 

For fantasy fans

You can’t call yourself a proper fan of the fantasy genre if you haven’t seen Game of Thrones! This show tells the story of noble families—the Lannisters, Starks, and Targaryens, to name a few—warring to win sovereignty over the fictional land of Westeros. Throw a lot of drama, romance, dragons, and monsters into the mix. You can now stream all eight seasons, a reunion special hosted by Conan O’Brien, and its feature documentary, The Last Watch.

For genre bender aficionados

If you like mixing your genres, check out The Nevers. This show combines sci-fi and drama in Victorian era-London and follows a band of women with special abilities, called the “Touched.” Tune in to watch these superwomen battle their enemies with grace and panache, hoop skirts and all.

For sci-fi enthusiasts

Christopher Nolan’s latest Academy Award-winning movie, Tenet, is a thrilling sci-fi adventure. Its nameless protagonist is a CIA agent who manipulates complex rules of time travel to prevent global destruction. This is definitely a cerebral film, so it may require several viewings to fully digest! 

To watch Friends: The Reunion, Tom & Jerry, Wonder Woman 1984, Game of Thrones, The Nevers, Tenet, and other cool shows and movies, get your HBO GO subscription on Shopee: https://shopee.ph/hbogoofficialstore. 

Don’t forget to top up your ShopeePay for more deals! This June 6, enjoy up to 66% coins cashback when you use ShopeePay.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

About Shopee

Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia & Taiwan. Shopee connects shoppers, brands, and sellers across Asia and other fast-growing markets, empowering anyone to buy and sell anywhere and at any time. 

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. It offers a wide product assortment, supported by integrated payments and logistics, as well as popular entertainment features tailored for each market. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

Shopee is a part of Sea Limited (NYSE:SE), a leading global consumer internet company. In addition to Shopee, Sea’s other core businesses include its digital entertainment arm, Garena, and digital financial services arm, SeaMoney. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.

About ShopeePay

ShopeePay is an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services. Launched in the Philippines in 2019, ShopeePay enables a seamless shopping experience by allowing users to make online payments on Shopee, top-up their wallets, and transfer and withdraw funds.

ShopeePay makes it easier to shop and do business. It provides users with a convenient, secure, and rewarding payment option; it empowers businesses and helps them capture new opportunities. 

About HBO GO

WarnerMedia’s HBO GO is a regional streaming service in Asia. Programming includes award-

winning HBO Original series, movies and documentaries, and HBO Asia Originals which tell

compelling stories from around the region. This is supplemented by exclusive, first-run content

from major Hollywood and independent studios that offers a mix of originals and acquired

content – including kids and family content from Cartoon Network and Warner Bros. Animation –

available to download or stream anytime, anywhere. Log on to www.hbogoasia.com for more

information.

THE LATEST SEASON OF SURVIVOR ON JACKTV TEST’S THE LIMITS

Emmy Award-winning reality competition, Survivor is now on its 38th season. Themed “Edge of Extinction,” this season features 14 new castaways divided into two equal tribes, the Manu Tribe and the Kama Tribe. With four returning players taking a second shot at the game. The returning castaways are Joe Anglim (“Worlds Apart,” “Second Chance”), Aubry Bracco (“Kaoh Rong,” “Game Changers”), Kelley Wentworth (“Second Chance,” “San Juan del Sur”) and David Wright (“Millennials vs. Gen-X”).

A new twist to this season is the introduction of the island known as “Edge of Extinction,” which severely tests the will of the castaways to be the Sole Survivor and what they are willing to endure to make that happen. Those who can endure the emotionally and physically difficult challenge will be given a shot for one of them to get back in the game and continue their quest to be the ultimate winner.

“Survivor continues to reinvent itself with new energy, and this season we’ve added a new secret game-changing twist” said executive producer and host Emmy Award winner Jeff Probst. “After being voted out, players will be faced with a decision to either go home or go to the ‘Edge of Extinction,’ where they will be pushed further than ever before for a chance to get back in the game.”

These new and returning castaways will be forced to compete against each other with the same ultimate goal: to outwit, outplay and outlast each other, and in the end only one will remain to claim the title of Sole Survivor. The show films in the Mamanuca Islands in Fiji, and is hosted by Jeff Probst.

Survivor: Edge of Extinction airs every Thursday via satellite at 3PM with a prime time telecast at 8PM exclusively on JackTV.

For more details kindly visit JackTV on jacktv.ph and don’t forget to like us on Facebook at @solar.jacktv, follow us on Twitter @JACKTV and on Instagram @JACKTVNETWORK to get the latest updates on your favorite shows, promos, and upcoming events!

JackTV is seen on SKYcable Ch. 51, Cignal Ch. 126, Cablelink Ch. 36, GSAT Ch. 61 and EasyTV Ch. 2.

About JackTV

JackTV is a one of a kind channel, showcasing a youthfully characterized and urban cultured TV entertainment that plays as an inspiration to young adults and young at hearts who revel in their individuality and uniqueness. Its target market sees the world as its playground. They express themselves through music, arts, and other creative ways. JackTV wants to harness and associate creativity with its brand by showcasing content that is relevant to this type of market. It is designed to make us feel comfortable, encouraging us to let go of our suspicions and tap into our playful side.

I CALL QUACK!

Medicine has come a long way since the ancient times. Mankind has struggled with finding out what really works when it comes to medical treatments. Technology has developed and research has evolved. But there are still some treatments that sometimes fall through the cracks and these cures slowly become quack.

Let’s discover some cures that can be very real or very false when it comes to ancient or modern-day medicine.

Lobotomy 

Right off the bat, let’s start with one of the worst and most terrifying medical ideas in all of history. Mental illness has many forms. Today, each one is carefully diagnosed and treated. But this wasn’t the case back then. Doctors rarely understood psychological illness or traumas. They often associated it with physical symptoms or even spiritual forces. The cure? Drill the head open. Since then lobotomy has become a word associated with horror, violence, and fear.

Mercury and Metal Ingestion 

Medicine was very vague and unclear in the 1800s. It was so undeveloped in fact that ingesting mercury was one of the treatments for headaches! Imagine people consciously going through mercury-poisoning thinking they would get better!

Trading Morphine for Heroin 

Morphine is a classic and widely used painkiller back in the day. But there were side effects such as addiction that made people wary to use it in treatments. Enter a brand-new idea with a brand-new drug: heroin! It was primarily introduced as a safe and non-addictive substitute for morphine. Little did they know that they were using what would be one of the most dangerous and illegal drugs ever as a cure.

Shock Treatments for Impotence

Having trouble with the little guy? Give it a little shock! It was widely-believed that electric therapy or shock treatments was a cure for impotence or genital dysfunction. All of mankind now gives a sigh of relief that modern medicine threw that horrifying “cure” out.

If you’re craving for some real medical expertise coupled with showbiz drama, check out The Resident, now on its second season on video-streaming service FOX+. In the long tradition of ER, House, and Grey’s Anatomy comes another riveting medical drama that takes the blinders of medical norms and dives deep into the heart of what really happens at hospitals and with doctors.

Stream the latest episodes of season 2 exclusively and all of season 1 of The Resident on FOX+ now. New users can now download FOX+ from the App Store and Google Play store for a free 30-Day trial.


About Fox Networks Group Asia

FOX Network Group Asia (FNG) is 21st Century FOX’s international multi-media business. FNG develops, produces and distributes more than 300 wholly- and majority-owned entertainment, sports, factual and movie channels in 45 languages across Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa. FNG’s core channel brands include FOX, FOX Sports, FOX Life, FOX+ and National Geographic. FNG’s movie channels include FOX Movies, FOX Action Movies, FOX Family Movies and SCM (formerly Star Chinese Movies). Non-linear brands include FOX Play, FOX Play+ and Nat Geo Play. These networks and their related mobile, non-linear and high-definition extensions, reach over 1.8 billion cumulative households worldwide. In addition, FNG owns and operates two production studios and produces thousands of local programing hours for its wholly owned channels and third parties. In 2017, FNG launched FOX+, the on-demand streaming app for watching the best in entertainment on the go. FNG has been in operation since August 14, 1993.

About FOX+

FOX+ is the only video-streaming service in Asia that combines TV series, movies and live sports, in one place, accessible from any device, at any time and in HD. With a combination of first-run Hollywood blockbusters and hit Chinese series and movies, FOX+ is the ultimate destination for entertainment. More than 11,000 hours of programming across multiple genres are available, comprising of the most popular content from global movie studios and television channels, as well as original FOX programming and FOX+ exclusive content.