PLDT, Smart, University of Baguio Join Hands to Promote Innovation and Engineering Excellence

PLDT and its wireless unit, Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) recently joined the University of Baguio (UB) during its Annual Tripartite Collaboration to further enhance the existing curriculum of programs in the College of Engineering.

“Under our Smart Wireless Engineering Education Program or SWEEP, the country's first and longest-running industry-academe linkage program, we continue to promote and culture of innovation and excelling by extending learning opportunities to students and faculty,” said Stephanie V. Orlino, AVP and Head of Stakeholder Management Team at PLDT and Smart.

This initiative brought together partners from the academe and the private sector, specifically those in the technology industry, and aimed to align the current engineering program with the latest technological trends, and to strengthen the linkage between the academe and the industry.

“We acknowledge the contribution of the industry reaching out to and partnering with the academe. Under this collaboration, we have extended our expertise in the field of wireless telecommunications and technologies, which aim to add value to what UB currently has,” said Hope Mamucud, Senior Core Network Supervisor at PLDT and Smart.

“We currently offer a Technopreneurship subject in the School of Engineering and Architecture that requires our students to create prototypes and explore innovations. We also have Robotics incorporating Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in our curriculum. With PLDT and Smart extending their technical expertise, we can further improve these subjects under this partnership,” said Engr. Annalyn D. Soria, MACT, UB Faculty.

“I chose to take Electronics Engineering so I could learn more about the current and upcoming trends in technology. I also believe through technology and innovation, I can contribute to addressing the waste management challenges in our community,” said 24-year-old John Reynald Garcia, a UB Electronics Engineering student.

“Trainings extended under SWEEP can help us gain knowledge in technology and enables us to become familiar with advanced innovation and equipment available. This can eventually add value to our academic and professional development,” John added.

Since 2003, PLDT and Smart have being supporting colleges and universities all over the Philippines through SWEEP. The program underscores the PLDT Group's commitment to innovation and digital inclusion, and supports the government's key digitalization efforts, by fostering industry-academe linkage. The PLDT Group is a founding member of the Digital Infrastructure pillar of the presidential Private Sector Advisory Council or PSAC.

Start Your Holiday Shopping Early this OPPO 9.9 Mega Sale!

The BER months are here which means it’s time for the busiest shopping season of the year. Global smart device brand OPPO is kicking off the holiday season with exclusive discounts, vouchers, freebies, and bundles to choose from for the 9.9 sale. 

Get a headstart and tick off some items from your holiday shopping list with OPPO smartphones and accessories available at marked down prices. 

Exciting discounts and free vouchers

OPPO is starting the sale with storewide discount offers of up to 70%. From midnight until 2 AM on September 9, vouchers of Php 300 off for a minimum spend of Php 4,999 will be up for grabs. All-day vouchers of Php 200 off for a minimum spend of Php 8,999 and Php 600 off for a minimum spending of Php 13,999 will also be available. 

Maximize the Php 50 off free shipping voucher for a minimum spend of Php 500 and livestream vouchers of Php 100 off, min. spend of Php 4,999.

Exclusive 9.9 deals on Shopee and Lazada

Get the Lazada 9.9 exclusive voucher of 30% off, capped at Php1,200 for minimum spend of Php 2,999. More discount vouchers of 15% off capped at Php 1,000 for a minimum spending of Php 3,499 are available from September 10 to 13. Lazada buyers can enjoy 0% interest for purchases using LazPayLater for up to 45 days.

Shopee Mall buyers get an exclusive 30% off voucher, capped at Php 1,200 and can enjoy 0% interest for 3 months installment purchases on several OPPO smartphones, such as A16 4GB, A17k, A17, A55, A57, A76, A95, Reno6 Z, Reno6 5G, and the new Reno10 Series 5G.

Special freebies for more reasons to check out

Aside from the discounts and vouchers, OPPO is giving out gifts and freebies for 9.9 shoppers who purchase the following:

• All A76 and A95 purchases come with free Bluetooth Speakers 

• All Pad Air and Reno6 Series purchases include free Bluetooth Speakers

• Every Reno10 Series 5G buyer gets a free power bank 

Buyers also get a free selfie stick for every OPPO smartphone or tablet purchase made from midnight to 2 AM on September 9, along with the other 9.9 freebies mentioned. 

Enticing bundle offers to sweeten the deal

Get the OPPO Band and Enco Buds2 together for a discounted price of Php 1,999. Bundle deals for the OPPO A16k and accessory of choice are also available. Purchase the A16k and Band together for a special offer of Php 6,099, or pair the A16k with an Enco Buds2 for the 9.9 sale price of Php 6,299.

Buy the A16 4GB with the OPPO Band for only Php 6,399, or buy the A16 4GB with an Enco Buds2 for only Php 6,599. 

If you’re looking into buying the A55, consider matching it together with the OPPO Band for Php 7,599 or buy it along with the Enco Buds2 for only Php 7,799. Grab this perfect opportunity to upgrade not just your phone but your accessories as well.

Visit OPPO’s official Shopee and Lazada and get yourselves ready for that 9.9 sale. For more updates on the upcoming 9.9 Sale and about any OPPO devices, ​​visit https://www.oppo.com/ph/ or check out OPPO Philippines’ official social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok.

About OPPO

OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone - “Smiley Face” - in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO provides its users with the ColorOS operating system and internet services like OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO operates in more than 40 countries and regions, with 6 Research Institutes and 5 R&D Centers worldwide, as well as an International Design Center in London. More than 40,000 of OPPO's employees are dedicated to creating a better life for customers around the world.

The OPPO A78 Is a Must-Have for the New School Year

Gearing up for a new school year means that aside from the usual school supplies, students and their parents may need to consider getting a new smartphone for their everyday use. For an absolutely stylish and powerful smartphone that can keep up with face-to-face and online learning, check out the OPPO A78. It’s loaded with all the features needed to assist you in excelling in academics, staying up to date with trends, and also unwinding after long school days.

Stay powered all-day with long-lasting battery and fast-charging 

You’ll need a device with enough power to get you through your daily activities on and off campus. The OPPO A78 comes with a reliable and massive 5,000mAh battery that can power through the day with you thanks to its powerful battery capacity, which has a standby time of 27.4 days when fully charged. 

When the phone is not in use, it conserves power by switching to the Super Power Saving mode or the Super Night-time Standby mode. You also don’t need to worry about its charging time because it has a 67W SUPERVOOC fast charging feature that speeds up the process up to 100% in just 44 minutes! 

Stand out and get noticed with a smartphone that’s sleek and stylish

The OPPO A78 comes in two colors, Aqua Green and Mist Black, Whichever you choose will definitely match your OOTD and turn heads when seen by your peers in school. The slim design makes it comfortable and convenient to carry around, and it can be easily tucked away in your pocket for safekeeping. 

Make a statement with the OPPO A78’s industry-first Diamond Matrix back cover design that lifts the phone's overall look. Its eye-catching, dreamy and shimmering diamond textures give off sunshine shining through still water vibes that will surely leave a lasting impression.

Document key activities and precious memories in high-quality

Face-to-face school setup means you will need to take photos of notes or lessons when you don’t have the time to write them down. You’ll want your phone to take HD pics when this situation arises. The OPPO A78 boasts a superb  50MP AI Main Camera, 2MP Depth Camera, and 8MP front Selfie Camera features you can trust to take clear, defined images anytime. You can even use it for snapping photos for your IG feed, Facebook story, or filming TikTok videos during breaks or after school.

Maximize large memory and storage while enjoying seamless performance 

Worrying about storage space for all your schoolwork lessons, modules, readings, photos, videos, and existing applications will be a thing of the past with the OPPO A78. It is powered by the Snapdragon 680 Mobile Platform, built for efficiency and performance in everyday use. It even comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, with additional expandable storage support for up to 1TB. 

Start the school year right with the OPPO A78

Welcome the new school season with an affordable yet reliable smartphone in hand. The OPPO A78 retails for Php 13,999 and is available nationwide in all OPPO authorized stores, Shopee,  Lazada, and TikTok You can also avail the OPPO A78 at 6 or 12 months 0% interest installment for all credit cards or via Home Credit for as low as PHP 562 with 0% interest up to 18 months.

To know more about the OPPO A78, visit OPPO’s website and official Facebook page. 

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About OPPO

OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone - “Smiley Face” - in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO provides its users with the ColorOS operating system and internet services like OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO operates in more than 40 countries and regions, with 6 Research Institutes and 5 R&D Centers worldwide, as well as an International Design Center in London. More than 40,000 of OPPO's employees are dedicated to creating a better life for