Good Vibes Tayo DITO: Get exclusive premium items from Viber when you purchase your DITO sim with a friend!

Manila, Philippines - Newest telecommunications player DITO Telecommunity has teamed up with Viber, one of the most popular messaging apps in the country, for Good Vibes Tayo DITO - an exclusive promo from July 23 to August 31, 2021, where consumers can avail of exciting Viber Premium items when they purchase their DITO SIM cards in pairs.

"At DITO, our goal is to empower Filipinos through stronger connectivity with our fast, reliable, and value-for-money data services. By partnering with Viber Philippines, we are hoping to provide a seamless and enjoyable experience of the country's most preferred messaging app to more subscribers all over the country," said Jasper Evangelista, DITO's Brand & Marketing Director.

The Good Vibes Tayo DITO promo is just one of the many programs DITO and Viber have in store for Filipino subscribers. Now, Viber users can enjoy connecting with their family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones non-stop using DITO's reliable and affordable data promo offers.

"Viber is looking forward to expanding its calling and messaging services to more Filipinos all over the country with this exciting partnership with DITO, a new and dynamic telecom company," said David Tse, Senior Director, Asia Pacific at Rakuten Viber. "We are focused on our shared goal of providing services and programs that enable people to keep stronger, more secure and seamless personal and professional connections that impact their daily lives."

The Good Vibes Tayo DITO promo will be available in select DITO stores and partner stores. To join the promo, customers must purchase two (2) DITO SIM cards from participating DITO stores, activate the SIM cards, and register their DITO numbers using the Viber app. Once registration Is complete, the pair will be entitled to join a lucky draw and win exclusive Viber premium items such as plush toys, notebooks, tumblers, and other exciting prizes!

Check out the official social media pages and websites of DITO (www.dito.ph) and Rakuten Viber (https://www.viber.com/en/) for the full list of participating stores and more details on the promo mechanics.

Sasa Sestic, the Coffee Man, Comes to Manila!

Coffee aficionados were treated to an exclusive Coffee Exploration session with renowned Coffee Man and 2015 World Barista Champion, Sasa Sestic. The curated event was hosted by homegrown coffee company Henry and Sons and the luxury hotel Grand Hyatt Manila.

The Coffee Man experience brings to the Philippines Sestic’s amazing journey to becoming a champion barista and the lengths he went to in search of the perfect cup of coffee. More than a barista, Sestic is also a passionate and knowledgeable coffee-grower who constantly experiments with techniques and methods. Among his experiments is the post-harvest method called Carbonic Maceration. One of the specialty coffees processed under this method is the Jasper Coffee from the Masina Village in Ethiopia, which is now available at Florentine, Grand Hyatt Manila.

More importantly, Sestic also believes in putting the welfare of coffee farmers first while growing sustainable, world-class beans.
“Showcasing Sasa’s talent to the Philippines allows our local baristas to draw inspiration from his experience and story. He has infinite knowledge and learning that baristas, farmers, and even us - coffee distributors - can learn from,” says Michael Harris Conlin, President and CEO of Henry and Sons and 2019 Philippine National Barista Champion.

To say that Sasa Sestic is “driven” is like describing Mt. Everest as “high.” Sasa (pronounced “Sasha”) has been pursuing the perfect cup of coffee for more than 15 years. He started pushing the envelope on coffee tastes when he became a barista in 2003. His drive took him to study where a region or country yields their best coffee.

His passion is insatiable. Not only is he interested in coffee knowledge, but he also intents to teach what he knows, as well as help coffee farmers improve their lives and communities.

According to Sasa, helping coffee farmers ensures the quality of produce is elevated. Understanding a region’s climate and planting cycle led him to know when a region’s coffee would be best. A book about his journey is a forward intention especially considering that he was halfway into the book when he won the 2015 Barista Championship.

The best-selling book “The Coffee Man” narrates his journey to becoming a barista, how he went to the coffee farmers in search of the best coffee beans, and the new methods to bring out the flavors of coffee. The “Coffee Man” has also been created into a movie.

It took him 7 attempts before he won the Australian Barista Championship in 2015. That same year, he won the World Barista Championship (WBC) held in Seattle. In the dozen years prior to winning the WBC, his career has expanded from a barista to becoming the head of ONA Coffee Wholesale, and a couple of cafes which include The Cupping Room, ONA Coffee House, and ONA Manuka.

He has also been helping farmers with Project Origin, an ethical green bean trading company which has so far created long-term mutually rewarding relationships with more than 100 growers in coffee-producing countries.

Project Origin has helped pave the way for farmers to earn more and improve their crops, livelihood and their financial status. The organization has also raised funds for livelihood, health, education and community projects which benefit the coffee farmers.

It is no wonder that Michael Harris Conlin found him to be a kindred, coffee-loving spirit. The Foundation for Sustainable Coffee Excellence (FSCE) which Conlin began, aims to help local farmers produce sustainable and world-class coffee for Filipinos to enjoy. In achieving this goal, he helps the farmers by buying their coffee and then giving back proceeds from the sale to train farmers and give them the right tools to become better coffee producers.

Besides their efforts to reach out to farmers in Benguet and other coffee-growing areas in the Philippines, the FSCE also wants to hone the skills of current and future baristas. Conlin founded the Institute of Coffee Excellence, right across the popular The Giving Café (TGC) which was opened earlier.

The two-story Institute is a laboratory and creative playground for Conlin and his team. It houses classes for baristas, brokers farmer-trader deals and discussions while finding innovative ways to make Philippine coffee beans more accessible to an international audience.

Earlier this year, Henry and Sons brought coffee expert Mokhtar Alkhanshali, and his high-rating coffee from Yemen, Port of Mokha, to the Philippines for a similar event.

To know more about Henry and Sons, visit henryandsons.ph.

Score up to 50% off on Coffee Machines and Accessories!

In time for the holiday season, coffee solutions company Henry and Sons, together with its servicing arm Manila Coffee Gear, is having a Clearance Sale from October 25 to 27, 2019.

Coffee enthusiasts and café owners can get huge discounts for up to 50% off on select items. This limited-time promo includes coffee machines, grinders, steaming pitchers, coffee drippers, and more for home and commercial use. Doors will open from 8AM until 5PM and items on sale will be on display at the Institute for Coffee Excellence located at Sheridan corner Pines St., Highway Hills, Mandaluyong City.

Products of Henry and Sons and Manila Coffee Gear are available for purchase on regular days at their showroom located beside the Institute. For more information about the Clearance Sale, visit www.facebook.com/henryandsonsph or contact Edu Baltazar at 0917.630.4474.

ASUS AND LAZADA TEAM UP FOR THE BIGGEST MOBILES & ACCESSORIES FIESTA SALE!

The biggest online sale from ASUS and Lazada Philippines is finally happening this 6^th of June, featuring your favorite ZenFone models and ZenPower powerbank units!

Headlining this limited-time promo is the flagship ZenFone 5Z, which will become even more affordable during this time! Together with this killer smartphone will not only be an array of amazing ZenFones but also some of best from the ZenPower series!

So remember to bookmark the official ASUS store on Lazada and get ready for the best sale yet, which ASUS fans of all kind are sure to enjoy!

Check out the complete list of products below:

PRODUCT	KSP	SRP	MOBILE & ACCY FIESTA PRICES
ZenFone 4 Selfie Lite	·        3GB RAM/32GB ROM ·        13MP Selfie Camera with Softlight LED Flash ·        SelfieMaster™ Technology ·        2GB RAM	PHP 5,995	PHP 4,595 Flash Sale PHP 4,495
ZenFone 3 Laser	·        4GB RAM/64GB ROM ·        13MP Ultra-fast 0.03s Laser Auto-focus Rear Camera ·        Sony IMX Sensor	PHP 11,995	PHP 6,990
ZenFone Max Pro M1	·        5,000 mAh Battery Capacity ·        35 Days Standby Time ·        Qualcomm™ Snapdragon™ 636 ·        3GB RAM/32GB ROM	PHP 8,995	PHP 8,790 Flash Sale PHP 8,590
ZenFone 3 Zoom	·        5,000 mAh Battery Capacity ·        42 Days Standby Time ·        Sony IMX 12 MP ·        2.3x Zoom Lens ·        Rose Gold (Pink)	PHP 19,995	PHP 9,990
ZenFone Max Pro M2	·        5,000 mAh Battery Capacity ·        35 Days Standby Time ·        Qualcomm™ Snapdragon™ 660 ·        4GB RAM/64GB ROM ·        12MP Sony IMX486 sensor + 5MP Depth Effect Dual Rear Cameras with 13 AI Scene Detection	PHP 12,995	PHP 12,390
ZenFone 4	·        12MP + 120-degree Dual Rear Camera ·        Qualcomm™ Snapdragon™ 660 ·        6GB RAM/64GB ROM	PHP 29,995	PHP 10,990
ZenFone 5Z	·        Qualcomm™ Snapdragon™ 845 ·        Dual AI Cameras with 16 AI Scene Detection ·        6GB RAM + 128 GB ROM	PHP 29,995	PHP 20,890
ZenPower 10050	·        10,050 mAh Battery Capacity ·        Safety Assurance with ASUS PowerSafe Technology ·        Bumper Case Colors: Pink, Silver, Black	PHP 995 (Black) PHP 895	PHP 799
ZenPower Slim 6000	·        6,000 mAh Battery Capacity ·        Safety Assurance with ASUS PowerSafe Technology	PHP 799	PHP 569 Flash Sale PHP 559
ZenPower Slim 3000	·        3,000 mAh Battery Capacity ·        Safety Assurance with ASUS PowerSafe Technology	PHP 519	PHP 399 Flash Sale PHP 379

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About ASUS

ASUS is a multinational company known for the world’s best motherboards, PCs, monitors, graphics cards and routers, and driven to become the most-admired innovative leading technology enterprise. With a global workforce that includes more than 5,000 R&D professionals, ASUS leads the industry through cutting-edge design and innovations made to create the most ubiquitous, intelligent, heartfelt and joyful smart life for everyone. Inspired by the In Search of Incredible brand spirit, ASUS won thousands of prestigious awards in 2018 and ranked as one of Forbes’ Global 2000 Top Regarded Companies, Thomson Reuters’ Top 100 Global Tech Leaders and Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies.

MAKE YOUR RAYA UNIQUE THIS YEAR WITH CAROUSELL!

Kuala Lumpur, 31 May 2019 – Carousell, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing classifieds marketplaces will be celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri with Malaysians through a variety of unique items listed on its platform.

As part of this year’s Raya preparations, the platform’s Mari Ber-Carousell campaign drew numerous interesting listings that would make Raya celebrations this year really unique.

1) Balik Kampung in Style with these unique designer Kebayas 

Homegrown fashion brand, Lily&Orkid, has transformed the classic baju kebaya and transformed it into contemporary pieces. Consisting of four designs namely Roslina, Miliza, Ramelah and Norida, each piece is exclusively hand sown and can be catered to individual requests.

“This year’s collection highlights more on a woman's femininity. From how the top flows when it hits the wind, to how it shines when it is under the sun are well thought through,” Iylia Insyirah, founder of Lily&Orkid.

Limited stocks available, get your Lily&Orkid collection this Raya at https://my.carousell.com/lilyxorkid/.

2) Dress up your Kucing to deflect Sensitive Personal Questions from family

Isn’t it frustrating with the same questions year after year? “Bila nak kahwin ni?” or “Dah ada anak belum?”.

Time to create a diversion with some dress up foryour cats. Get the cutest cat accessories from Momokipets and distract your relatives with cuteness this Raya. Leave the limelight to your cats, while you just hang discreetly in the background.

Better still, Momokipets offers a limited time free delivery promotion with a minimum purchase of just RM30. Doll up your feline today at https://my.carousell.com/momokipets.

3) Channel your inner influencer, by picking up items when a Beauty Influencer Declutters Her Wardrobe on Carousell

Renowned beauty YouTuber and influencer, Nisha Ezzati, is selling some of her best (and sometimes unused) collections on Carousell. This includes handbags, high heels, gadgets, pants, shirts and an endless list of items, all for a bargain. This includes a branded premium shirt selling as low as RM20.

“Nothing beats an easy, convenient and trustworthy platform such as Carousell for me to declutter, especially when I can give these items a new life with a new owner. Moreover, most of the items are sold at half of its original price and it is still negotiable. Message me on Carousell for more info.”

Shop at Nisha’s store at https://my.carousell.com/nishxnish and you will not regret wearing those beauties balik kampung.

4) Go Skrr with Superhero-themed LEGO Buttons on Your Baju Raya

Hari Raya Aidilfitri is an annual affair where families and friends get together, and it is important to stand out to look cool. With all the superhero craze at this moment, perhaps it would be good to pair up your baju raya with some superhero accessories.

Ranging from Thor, Spiderman, Batman to a variety of LEGO-made buttons, accessories by Malaya Toys are made to suit your fashion style and it will definitely be the talk of the kampung.

Get your superhero buttons at https://my.carousell.com/malayatoys/.

For more information and more unique items in preparation for Hari Raya, head over to https://my.carousell.com or download the Carousell app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.

About Carousell

Carousell is a classifieds marketplace that makes selling as easy as taking a photo, buying as simple as chatting. Launched in August 2012, Carousell now has a presence in seven markets across Asia. With almost 200 million listings, we are one of the world’s largest and fastest growing marketplaces in Southeast Asia, Taiwan and Hong Kong, and is backed by Rakuten Ventures, Sequoia India, 500 Startups, Golden Gate Ventures, DBS and EDBI. In Malaysia, Carousell has a diverse range of products in 34 categories, including fashion & beauty, lifestyle gadgets and muslimah fashion. Download the app for iOS or Android, and visit www.carousell.com for more information.