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Thursday, October 6, 2022
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
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Drag Race Philippines creates ‘herstory’ at Globe’s G Music Fest with First Complete Public Performance
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.
Monday, October 3, 2022
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.
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.
Monday, May 31, 2021
PCTA Members Empower their Communities to Advance and Adapt to the New Normal
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.
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
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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Vivo Provides Free Smartphone Warranty Extension
Vivo is providing a free warranty extension for smartphones purchased in official stores nationwide. This will automatically be applied to handsets with warranties expiring from March 16 to 30, 2020.
With utmost customer safety as its priority, especially in light of the enhanced community quarantine, the company encourages its customers to stay at home to protect themselves and their families.
Visit vivoglobal.ph, www.facebook.com/vivophil, www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines/, and twitter.com/vivo_phil for updates, including announcements on the warranty extension.
About Vivo
vivo is a leading global technology company committed to creating trendsetting smart mobile innovations and services. vivo is devoted to forming a vibrant mobile internet ecosystem, and currently owns and operates an extensive network of research operations, with R&D centers focusing on the development of cutting-edge consumer technologies including 5G, AI, mobile photography and next-generation smartphone design.
In recent years, vivo has taken frequent efforts in the sports field and is committed to promoting the mutual penetration of the brand’s diverse fields and diversifying its brand image. vivo Philippines announced its partnership with the NBA by the end of 2018.
Currently, vivo has over two hundred million users enjoying its mobile products and services around the world. vivo is present in 18 markets globally and features offline retail stores in over 1,000 cities worldwide. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.
For inquiries about vivo, visit the vivo website at vivoglobal.ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/vivophil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.
6 Mobile Apps that the Whole Family can Enjoy
Running out of fun activities for the family during the extended enhanced community quarantine? Fret not. Here are six apps that you can enjoy with loved ones to help rid of the boredom:
Spaceteam (Free)
This game involves teamwork, quick reading and listening skills, and lots of shouting. Spaceteam is a multiplayer game where 2-8 players operate a spaceship by following on-screen instructions to successfully traverse space-avoiding asteroids and wormholes in the process. The catch? While each player has a unique set of controls, time-sensitive instructions to your controls will only be directed to any of your teammate’s screens—hence the shouting.
Heads Up (Free, with in-app purchases)
“The Ellen Show” fans will undoubtedly be familiar with this guessing game she plays with celebrity guests. With several categories to choose from, players take turns holding their smartphones on their foreheads as the app flashes words that the beholder must guess. The player opposite the screen helps the other player guess the word by shouting clues, doing accents, or acting the word out.
Out of the Loop (Free, with in-app purchases)
Being left out has never been this fun! Out of the Loop is a 5-9 player game that presents a secret word to all but one participant—the one dubbed “out of the loop” by the app. All players then proceed to answer questions about the word, with a vigilant ear to try and guess who they think is out of the loop. The challenge is for the person left out to try their best not to be obvious and pretend to be in the know.
Monopoly (P199)
More of the board game type? Good news! Monopoly is available for mobile devices for only P199. The mobile version of the popular board game allows a maximum of 4 players to sharpen their business minds in an attempt to bankrupt each other.
Exploding Kittens (P99)
For just P99, the nerve-wracking, hostility-inducing card game is available for mobile devices as well. Gather around and enjoy a highly-strategic, kitty-powered version of Russian Roulette with the entire family as the game allows for a maximum of 5 players.
TikTok (Free)
Those who want to shed off some quarantine-induced weight, showcase their talents, and simply have fun with the family can try TikTok, the latest and top destination for short-form creative videos. Family members can use the app to show off their dance moves, acting skills, humor and creativity. They can also follow @vivo_philippines to check out exciting videos from the smartphone brand.
So, what are you waiting for? Strategize, laugh, dance, and bond with the family by downloading these apps through the vivo app store which is pre-installed in all vivo smartphone models.
About VIVO
vivo is a leading global technology company that is product-driven with core businesses including smart terminals and intelligent services. vivo is committed to connecting users to the digital world by designing exciting and trendsetting smart mobile products and services which integrate technology and fashion in unique and creative ways. Adhering to its core values, which include "Benfen”, “innovation” and “consumer orientation”, vivo has implemented a sustainable development strategy to achieve its vision of becoming a leading, long-lasting, world-class enterprise.
vivo’s headquarters is located in Dongguan, China, with 9 R&D centers in Shenzhen, Dongguan, Nanjing, Beijing, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Taipei, Tokyo and San Diego. These centers focus on the development of cutting-edge consumer technologies including 5G, artificial intelligence, photography, design and other emerging fields. vivo has also set up five production hubs across China, South Asia and Southeast Asia, which manufacture over 200 million smartphones every year. As of 2019, vivo has developed its sales network across more than 30 countries and regions, attracting more than 300 million active users worldwide.
Pfizer Advances Battled Against COVID-19 on Multiple Fronts
As outlined in Pfizer’s five-point plan, the company has been collaborating across the healthcare innovation ecosystem ranging from pharmaceutical companies to biotech companies, from government agencies to academic institutions to address the COVID-19 global health care crisis. Researchers and scientists have been relentlessly working to develop an investigational antiviral compound to prevent coronavirus infection (COVID-19), as well as evaluating other therapies that have scientific potential to help infected patients.
“We are committed to making the impossible possible,” said Dr. Albert Bourla, Chairman and CEO. “In the spirit of the Five Point Plan that Pfizer issued, we are facing this public health challenge head on by collaborating with industry partners and academic institutions to develop potential novel approaches to prevent and treat COVID-19. Our researchers and scientists also have been exploring potential new uses of existing medicines in Pfizer’s portfolio to help infected patients globally. We are leaving no stone unturned as we explore every option to help provide society with a treatment or cure.”
- Anti-Viral Compound Screening
Applying Pfizer’s Long History in Vaccine Research Development Expertise to Finalize Our
- Agreement with BioNTech
- Analysis of Azithromycin as an Agent with Antiviral Activity
- Studying Pfizer’s Existing Medicines for Critical Patient Populations in Need
“While this work can generally take years, we are working to find opportunities to save time wherever we can and work in parallel rather than in a linear capacity,” said Mikael Dolsten, Chief Scientific Officer and President, Worldwide Research, Development & Medical, Pfizer. “This pursuit requires a crucial multi-pronged approach with a deep collaboration and partnership across the health innovation ecosystem – from the academic community, industry partners, policymakers and regulatory bodies. We announced in March that we are collaborating with BioNTech to co-develop a potential first-in-class, mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine. A public threat like coronavirus COVID-19 pushes each of us to urgently bring forward our resources and expertise to overcome this most challenging moment in the medical history of this century.”
The company will continue to share information from its portfolio and emerging candidates that could benefit the many companies and organizations who are working quickly to provide solutions to combat this unprecedented healthcare crisis.
- Pfizer, Inc.: Breakthroughs That Change Patients’ Lives
Thursday, March 26, 2020
5 Easy Steps to Combat Fake News While on Your Mobile Phones
With the need for credible real-time updates, the call for social media responsibility has also risen exponentially with fake news keeping pace with the spread of the virus.
With that, here are 5 easy steps to be a responsible mobile phone user by keeping the “fake news virus” at bay:
1. Don’t share posts and news stories immediately
Most headlines are crafted to give an enticing summary or lead-in to a story, but they aren’t always what they are, so it’s better to go through the entire story first. Oh, and make sure to check the date as well because some people tend to share news updates from even a few years back.
2. Read through for inconsistencies
Are you fond of reading stories actively or passively? By actively reading through articles, one could already deduce the credibility of the story. Fake news tends to include outrageous claims, biases, questionable facts and figures, and grammatical errors—one that a credible writer would seldom commit.
3. Be on the lookout for the source
We sometimes open shared articles or read news posts without checking who shared or posted these. To be sure, check the source of the story or post—it is usually located at the top or bottom of posts and images. For external links, scan through the website address located on top of the headline and verify it first before clicking—shady web addresses can lead to virus-infested websites.
4. Visit the supposed source
Does a source seem credible because of its name? Not entirely. News update templates can easily be retouched using readily available photo editing apps. To be sure, visit the official news sites or social media pages of the supposed source and verify if they did release the story. It would also be wise to check if other credible news sites released a similar story.
5. Reflect on actually posting or sharing
By the time you’ve finished verifying, and given that it is indeed a credible story from a bona fide source, you’ve probably had enough time to reflect on whether it is actually worth sharing in the first place. It would also be good to review your intentions in sharing the material.
Additional step: Download credible news apps
To get authentic news updates and stories on-the-dot, you could always download apps developed by top news sites in the country. These are readily available through the seamless Vivo app store, available in all Vivo smartphones
And there you go! There is power in staying in and keeping abreast with updates, and a seemingly little thing such as preventing the spread of fake news can go a long way.
About Vivo
Vivo is a leading global technology company committed to creating trendsetting smart mobile innovations and services. Vivo is devoted to forming a vibrant mobile internet ecosystem, and currently owns and operates an extensive network of research operations, with R&D centers focusing on the development of cutting-edge consumer technologies including 5G, AI, mobile photography and next-generation smartphone design.
In recent years, Vivo has taken frequent efforts in the sports field and is committed to promoting the mutual penetration of the brand’s diverse fields and diversifying its brand image.
Currently, Vivo has over two hundred million users enjoying its mobile products and services around the world. Vivo is present in 18 markets globally and features offline retail stores in over 1,000 cities worldwide. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.
For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/vivophil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.










