itel Launches A80 w/ 50MP Camera for Only 4,199

itel is kicking off the ‘Ber’ months with the release of the A80, the latest addition to its A-series lineup. Priced at only 4,199 pesos, the itel A80 is designed for budget-conscious consumers looking for a reliable smartphone with a powerful camera to capture their festive memories this holiday season.

Capture every detail with stunning clarity

The A80 has an impressive 50MP Super HDR camera, a significant upgrade from the 13MP cameras of previous A-series models to capture every holiday moment with vibrant colors and clarity. Whether you're taking holiday trip landscape photos or your Christmas family portrait, the enhanced camera features deliver stunning results. Besides the improved details, users can elevate their pictures with various unique built-in camera filters. The improved camera hardware captures better photos in low-light environments, producing stunning images taken at night.

Immersive display for a cinematic experience

The A80 bids goodbye to its A-series predecessors’ water drop style with its new 6.7” punch hole display with a dynamic bar. This means a higher screen-to-body ratio and a more immersive viewing experience–-perfect for cozy holiday movie marathons or holiday video greetings with loved ones. It boasts a decent 500 nits brightness complemented by its enhanced 120Hz touch sampling rate for an improved screen experience.

Ample storage to back up your photos and videos

The A80 provides sufficient storage and memory capacity with 128GB memory and 8GB (4+4 extended RAM). The 4+4 extended RAM supports multitasking of up to 8 applications, which is more than enough for social media, camera, and light gaming. The extended RAM speeds up the opening of applications on the phone. With its 128GB storage, the phone can store up to 40,000 photos. Whether snapping photos at family gatherings or holidays, the A80 has plenty of space for all your festive memories as it supports SD cards of up to 2 TB.

Sleek design, playful colors

From the leather-wrapped P55+ and cyber-inspired P65, the new A80 offers nature-like elements and colors–Sandstone Black, Wave Blue, and Glacier White. Its back panel has a glass-feel texture with a glacier pattern.

With its powerful camera, immersive display, ample storage, and sleek design, the itel A80 is the perfect gift this holiday season.

For more product information, visit itel’s official store on Shopee.

SM Prime Joins Global Conversation on Building Sustainable Cities for the Future

SM Prime Holdings (SM Prime) played a pivotal role in advancing sustainable urban development by hosting the 7th annual Association of Pacific Rim Universities – Sustainable Cities and Landscapes (APRU-SCL) 2024 Conference and 3rd International Conference on Human Settlements Planning and Development (ICHSPD) at SMX Convention Center Aura. This prestigious event, organized by the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), brought together over 300 experts to discuss innovative solutions for building greener and more resilient cities. Focused on the theme "Advancing Sustainable Cities and Communities Through Science, Technology, and Innovation," the conference highlighted the importance of collaboration in addressing urban challenges.

SM’s commitment to sustainability was evident through the participation of its top executives. SM Supermalls’ President Steven Tan showcased SM Supermalls’ eco-friendly practices and community-focused programs. 

“Our malls are more than just shopping centers; they are dynamic public spaces, woven into the daily lives of millions of Filipinos. Our comprehensive environmental sustainability programs are deeply inspired by the vision of our Chairman of the Executive Committee, Mr. Hans Sy, a tireless advocate for environmental sustainability and disaster resilience,” Mr. Tan said.

He added, “At SM Supermalls, we leverage science and technology to develop innovative solutions that are seamlessly integrated into the design and operation of our malls. We remain committed to leveraging innovation and collaboration to build a greener, more resilient, and more sustainable future for the Philippines.”

SM Prime and SM Development Corporation (SMDC) Lead Executive for Design, Innovation, and Strategy Jessica Bianca Sy, shared the company’s vision of creating sustainable integrated properties that foster lively communities. 

National Resilience Council (NRC) Executive Director Silvestre Barrameda Jr. highlighted SM’s role in disaster preparedness. He presented “From Risk to Resilience: The Work of the National Resilience Council in Risk Governance” where he introduced the Resilience Local Government Unit Program (RLGUP), NRC’s approaches and tools and how risk governance is supported by the sciences.

SM Prime’s commitment to sustainability was further emphasized during a breakout session on creating connections and partnerships, hosted by Jonas Marie Dumdum, Senior Consultant and Sustainability Lead of Nomura Research Institute (NRI) Manila Branch. Katherine Custodio, Executive Director of World Wide Fund For Nature (WWF)-Philippines, underscored the significance of collaboration: “Any program that aims to build climate resilience requires strong partnerships and working together across all sectors.”

SM Prime remains committed to its role as a catalyst for economic growth, delivering innovative and sustainable lifestyle cities, thereby enriching the quality of life of millions of people. SM Prime is pursuing the next horizon on integrated property development and onward to building sustainable cities of the future.

A BLISS OF SWEETNESS AT CARAMIA IN SM CITY BALIWAG

Because every day is a celebration, SM City Baliwag officially welcomes Caramia Cakes & Gelato, bringing a taste of premium cakes, gelato, and shakes to shoppers in Bulacan.

Indulge in Caramia’s bestseller cakes, such as ube, midnight dream, pistaccio cioccolato, and salted s'mores. Of course, their all-time favorite gelato flavors include pistachio, chocolate therapy, and cookies & cream.

Also try their newest offerings—mango cream pie and gelato in Maltesers and peach mango caramel flavors.

Whether it’s a gift, a treat, or a simple craving, Caramia Cakes & Gelato will surely fit any occasion or anyone’s heart. Visit them now at the ground level of SM City Baliwag.