Get a Perfect Score this 10.10 Mega Sale and Shop HONOR Devices for up to 50% OFF!

Manila, Philippines, October 8, 2024 – The leading global smart devices provider, HONOR, announced the latest devices with FREEBIES and discounts for the upcoming 10.10 Mega Sale! 
 

"We’re excited to offer you only the best of deals as October starts! Enjoy the 10.10 Mega Sale discounts and offers as the first wave of our appreciation to you all!" said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines 

 

The HONOR 200 is equipped with 50MP Telephoto Camera with OIS 12MP Ultrawide and Macro Camera crafted in partnership with Studio Harcourt Paris. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 running through 5200mAh battery. The AI Portrait Master is also loved for its supercharge feature of 100W and its large storage of 12GB + 512GB. In the upcoming 10.10 Mega Sale using the platform vouchers, the HONOR 200 is priced at only Php 18,799 from Php 24,999 with FREE HONOR Bluetooth Speaker II worth Php 1,999.  

 

For a much more affordable option, the HONOR X6b is a steal at only Php 5,699 on 10.10 Mega Sale. The HONOR X6b has SGS 5-Star Drop Resistance that can withstand accidental drops up to 1.5 meters. It also has a 5200mAh battery capacity and a large storage of 12 + 128GB Memory. Lastly, the HONOR X6b has the Magic Notification Capsule that serves as the easy notification access button.  

 

Finally, the HONOR Pad X8a is the perfect study buddy for learners with its 8300mAh battery that can last up to 3 days and Eye Protection with TUV Rheinland low blue light and flicker-free certification. The Pad X8a is also equipped with a Large Amplitude Quad Speaker ensuring excellent sound quality. Apart from the hi-res audio, the pad has a built-in noise cancelling feature that can filter out surrounding noises such as keyboard and mouse clicks, as well as footsteps. The HONOR Pad X8a is affordable at Php 6,999 on 10.10 Mega Sale from its original price of Php 7,999.

For other device discounts and offers on 10.10 Mega Sale, head on to HONOR Official Stores at Shopee https://bit.ly/HONORxShopee1010, Lazada https://bit.ly/HONORxLazada1010 , and Tiktok https://bit.ly/HONORxTiktok1010. 

 

Follow through HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok Shop: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines) to get the latest updates and announcements. To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/. 

Grab PH Opens Doors for Future Business, STEM, Sustainability Leaders

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 08 October 2024 – Grab Philippines, together with partner and co-facilitator Bagosphere, is once again ready to welcome a fresh batch of applications for its GrabScholar program. This new cohort will mark the third generation of Filipino GrabScholars since the program's official launch in the country last 2023.

GrabScholar is a three-pronged program that covers full-time college scholarships, bursary support for educational needs, and a career acceleration pathway for aspiring Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) professionals. 

The latest iteration of GrabScholar covers full-ride merit-based college scholarships specifically for three- and four-year degrees in Business, Sustainability, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) at any college or university in the Philippines. It also extends bursary support from Kindergarten through Grade 12. 

With these updates, the leading superapp intends to create professional pathways for the next generation of leaders in the abovementioned fields. Grab is geared to provide more meaningful support to its college scholars by connecting them to training, mentorship, internship, and potential employment opportunities within the company.

GrabScholar is part of Grab’s broader GrabForGood initiative, aimed at creating opportunities for social progress and growth for more Filipinos, and Southeast Asia at large. 

Grab Philippines Country Head Ronald Roda shares, “I am fortunate to have had the privilege of accessing education through scholarships. As the son of educators and a scholar from elementary to graduate school, I deeply understand the transformative power of educational opportunities. Through the  GrabScholar Program, we will empower more of our young and hardworking Filipino students with access to quality education. We hope that this program will widen their  path towards achieving their dreams.”

In this batch, Grab will be awarding full-ride merit-based scholarships to six freshmen college students and providing School Expenses Aid worth PHP 2,500 to 300 K-12 students. The leading superapp is also co-funding scholarships for a fellowship program for 150 aspiring BPO professionals.

Among the scholars from the program’s second batch is Sophia Sy, a college GrabScholar taking up BS Medical Technology at PHINMA-St. Jude College Manila and the niece of GrabCar driver-partner Mary Sy. Sophia shares, "There are many Filipino students like me who are determined to achieve our aspirations. However, despite their passion and hard work, many lack access to essential opportunities to pursue academic goals. GrabScholar has bridged this gap for me, and I express my gratitude through my hard work and commitment to excellence as I finish my Bachelor’s Degree –  a step closer to my dream of becoming a medical doctor."

"Sophia’s story is a testament to how Grab’s positive impact on its driver community goes beyond just providing livelihood. It extends to transforming the lives of their loved ones for the better," Roda adds. Sophia joins the community of Filipino GrabScholars, which is now composed of 12 full-ride college scholars, over 600 bursary awardees, and 300 BPO Skills training graduates.

Interested applicants for the third batch of GrabScholar can visit this link for more information. 

SM Foundation Celebrates Success of Over 1000 College Alumni

The SM Foundation recently celebrated the achievements of over 1,000 college alumni from its scholarship program.

Founded by SM Group Founder Henry Sy, Sr., the SM Foundation scholarship program has provided quality education to deserving students from vulnerable communities. Since its inception in 1993, the program has nurtured 4,214 college graduates and currently supports 2,550 scholars pursuing degrees in various fields.

SM Scholars ignite ripple of positive change

The foundation's commitment to holistic development extends beyond academic excellence. Through part-time job opportunities, internships, general assemblies, and alumni homecomings, SM Foundation shares its core principle of "people helping people"—a philosophy deeply embedded in the foundation’s values, guiding scholars as they make their mark on the world and inspiring them to spread social good in their communities. 

The recent alumni homecoming brought together over 1,000 graduates from different batches and fields, providing a platform to celebrate their collective achievements and the positive impact they have made in their families and communities.

During the event, SM Foundation Executive Director Debbie Sy emphasized the importance of giving back. "As SM Scholar Alumni, you have been given a gift—an education, opportunities, and a brighter future. Now, it's your turn to pay it forward and inspire others to spread good in the world," she said.

The homecoming served as a reminder that the SM Foundation scholarship program is not just about individual success but also about creating a ripple effect of positive change in Filipino communities