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September 2023

Automotive, Tech

Experience myTOYOTA Wallet at its highest level

The e-money component of myTOYOTA Wallet is officially launched, thanks to a collaboration between Toyota Financial Services Philippines (TFSPH) and Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI).

When users utilize the e-money function of their myTOYOTA Wallet to pay for their Toyota service, parts, and accessories, and insurance at Toyota dealerships nationwide, registered clients [EL1] can receive up to Php 300 (or 2% of the transaction price) as a launch incentive.

What it does

The myTOYOTA Wallet app is easily available for new users to download from Google Play or the App Store. After submitting a government-issued ID and a selfie to register and apply for an upgraded account, the user must wait for the verification procedure to be finished. Customers who have upgraded can cash out using their BPI deposit account.

Customers must pay for their Toyota transactions at any Toyota dealership in the country with e-money from their myTOYOTA Wallet account in order to qualify for the refund.

From July 10 until October 31, 2023, there is a promotion. According to DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-171252. There are rules and regulations.

Concerning myTOYOTA Wallet

Toyota Financial Services Philippines offers a mobile payment solution called myTOYOTA Wallet that combines many payment methods into a single app. Customers have the option of using linked credit or debit cards or e-money from their myTOYOTA Wallet as their preferred payment method. Any Toyota transaction, including routine maintenance, car repairs, the purchase of parts and accessories, and vehicle insurance, can be paid for using the myTOYOTA Wallet.

You may download myTOYOTA Wallet from the App Store and Play Store. Visit https://www.toyotafinancial.ph/mytoyotawallet/get-started for further information on how to create and upgrade an account. To enjoy cashless transactions on all Toyota products, register today!

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas ([email protected]) regulates Toyota Financial Services Philippines Corporation.

Entertainment

“Befriending My Tears, a Clara Benin Concert” will feature Ena Mori, Syd Hartha, and Joey Benin

Clara Benin during the press launch

On September 22, 2023 (Friday), beginning at 7 p.m., the eclectic pop artist ena mori, the emerging singer-songwriter syd hartha, and the multiple award-winning musician Joey Benin of Side A will all perform at befriending my tears, a Clara Benin performance. As we attended the launch, we were so excited to witness another exceptional craft from these young artists. We are so astonished by the beauty of their music and voice and so excited to see more of what is stored for them.

In addition to ena and syd, Joey Benin will perform alongside his daughter Clara for a special segment.

“ena mori and syd hartha are both favorites of mine and I always feel inspired whenever I watch them perform and I think that my fans will really enjoy their performances as well as they open the show,” shares the Filipino singer-songwriter. “Every time I have a big show, I always make sure to have my dad, Joey Benin, join me on stage to play a few songs. He’s made such a huge impact in my music and being able to play with him on stage is always a fun and humbling experience.”

The performance, which Benin created especially for her fans to celebrate the release of her sophomore studio album, befriending my tears, covers her journey as a musician coming to grips with self-acceptance and healing while exhibiting musical maturity through years of experience and growth.

With Clara Benin

Clara adds, “I can never thank my fans enough for all the love and support they’ve been giving me, especially after my album release! All I can say is, I can’t wait to meet you guys at the concert and I’m really excited for you to hear us perform all the songs from the album!”

Following a two-night engagement at Teatrino Greenhills in 2016, “befriending my tears, a Clara Benin concert” is her second significant performance. This time, the Parallel Universe performer will play all the songs from her recently released album in addition to crowd favorites from her back catalog.

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this jaw-dropping event, which is a dedication to an album that recognizes Benin’s emerging talent and emotional fortitude.

CNCA Media Concepts Inc. and Sony Music Entertainment are presenting “befriending my tears, a Clara Benin concert.” 

Special thanks to Dunkin’, JBL, Globe, and GNN Entertainment Productions as sponsors and partners.

Tickets are almost sold out, and are available via SM Ticket online and select outlets nationwide.

Follow CLARA BENIN on socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clarabeninmusic

Twitter: https://twitter.com/clarabeninmusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clarabeninmusic

Food, Lifestyle

NEW 100% rPET BOTTLES ARE LAUNCHED BY COCA-COLA PHILIPPINES



Four brands of Coca-Cola Philippines are now in packaging made from 100% recycled plastic: Coca-Cola 190ml, Coca-Cola 390ml, Wilkins 500ml, and Sprite 500ml that was introduced to the market in 2019

Coca-Cola Philippines is launching additional bottles made entirely of recycled PET plastic (rPET), omitting caps and labels, as another significant step toward a circular economy for plastic packaging. In addition to Sprite 500ml, which was released in 2019, the rPET container is now available for Coca-Cola Original in 190ml and 390ml as well as Wilkins Pure in 500ml.

More than 40 nations throughout the world, including Indonesia, Myanmar, and Vietnam, have seen the introduction of at least one Coca-Cola brand in bottles manufactured entirely of rPET. Coca-Cola’s rPET bottles uphold the high standards that customers have come to expect from the brand and adhere to both local laws and The Coca-Cola Company’s stringent international standards for food-grade rPET packaging.

Additionally, more than 2,800 recycling drop-off locations have been set up by Coca-Cola Philippines all around the nation to make it easier for customers to return their empty bottles. The program helps small-business owners expand their operations, recruits customers to join recycling campaigns, and keeps plastic garbage from winding up in unintended places.

Additionally, the company’s collaboration with Plastic Bank Philippines has led to the activation of 38 recyclable waste collection branches in Cavite and Laguna. Since 2021, the partnership resulted in the collection of 546,000 kilograms of post-consumer bottles for recycling while also enhancing the livelihood of informal waste sector workers. 

“Coca-Cola recognizes that the plastic waste problem in the Philippines is both urgent and complex. Therefore, it will take a collaborative effort to solve this issue. In line with our commitment to helping build a circular economy in the country, we are working to offer innovative packaging design, expand collection and recycling programs, and forge strategic alliances with stakeholders—including government agencies, industry partners, and local organizations,” Coca-Cola Philippines President Tony del Rosario said. 

“We will also use our brand power to engage consumers in collection and recycling initiatives and build awareness that used plastic bottles can have many lives,” he added. 

Coca-Cola Philippines is working to further increase the amount of recycled content used in its plastic packaging by building a sustainable pipeline of high-quality recycled material. Its bottling partner, Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc. (CCBPI), established PETValue Philippines through a joint venture with Indorama Ventures, a global leader in green technology and packaging solutions. This pioneering bottle-to-bottle recycling facility started operations in October last year and is expected to recycle 2 billion pieces of collected post-consumer PET plastic bottles per year. 

These initiatives are aligned with The Coca-Cola Company’s ambitious sustainable packaging strategy, where it aims to make 100% of its packaging recyclable globally by 2025, use at least 50% recycled plastic in its packaging by 2030, collect and recycle the equivalent of every can and bottle it sells by 2030, and bring people together to support a healthy, debris-free environment. 

CCBPI proudly shared its growing plastic bottle collection network through the strong support of its partners— “Tapon to Ipon: Basta Klaro, Panalo!” has already reached 170 cities and municipalities and is growing. CCBPI has inked partnerships with more local government units, including the Province of Iloilo, Davao del Sur, and Camiguin for large-scale collection.

“At CCBPI, we always say that we are only as strong as the communities we serve. Everything we do builds on our promise to create a more sustainable future for Filipinos,” shared Gareth McGeown, President and CEO of Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. “We always strive to set higher standards for the industry, but more importantly for ourselves—because we know we need to do more, and you have our commitment that we will do more. We are thankful for the support of our partners in helping give our bottles many more lives.”

MAY IKABOBOTE PA: A NEW CONSUMER ENGAGEMENT INITIATIVE

On top of the announcement of the new Coca-Cola Original and Wilkins Pure 100% rPET bottles, the company has launched “May Ikabobote Pa”, its new consumer engagement initiative to inform and engage consumers about the actions they can take to recycle their empty plastic bottles. 

May Ikabobote Pa will be brought to life through the following activities, which are also intended to inspire action from consumers and like-minded organizations: 

  • New rPET labels: Coca-Cola and Wilkins Pure bottles made from 100% food-grade rPET, excluding caps and labels, now have a call to action “Recycle Me Again” message on their labels. A QR code that will lead to information about the company’s recycling program is also included on each label. 
  • Enhanced consumer recycling experiences: Engaging activities on recycling will be featured at Coca-Cola’s on-ground events. 
  • Digital-led communications for consumers: Coca-Cola Philippines will partner with groups and community leaders to co-create educational content for a wider audience and advocate for sustainable practices. 
  • Partnership with 7-Eleven and Shell: The company is partnering with 7-Eleven stores and Shell stations to create programs that make recycling more convenient and rewarding for consumers. 

Coca-Cola Philippines President Tony del Rosario announces the launch of “May Ikabobote Pa”, the company’s newest consumer engagement initiative that aims to make recycling more convenient and engaging in the Philippines. Coca-Cola Philippines has more than 2,800 collection drop-off points across the country where consumers can return their empty bottles for recycling. An on-pack QR code that will lead to the Coca-Cola Sustainability Hub is also included on the labels of the new Coca-Cola bottles made from 100% recycled plastic. 

These events are intended to promote community building and serve as a reminder to customers that #MayIkabobotePa (Bottles Can Have Many Lives) emphasizes the value of recycling their empty plastic bottles.


From left to right: Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Incorporated President and CEO Gareth McGeown,
Sustainability Champion Andi Eigenmann, Coca-Cola Philippines President Tony del Rosario, Ms. Universe Philippines 2018 and Environment Advocate Catriona Gray, and DENR Undersecretary Juan Miguel Cuna leading the launch of
 “May Ikabobote Pa” consumer engagement initiative
 

TAPON TO REBORN: COCA-COLA PHILIPPINES EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM

In line with Coca-Cola’s global commitment to sustainability, Coca-Cola Philippines has launched an employee engagement program, “Tapon to Reborn”, to encourage and enable its employees nationwide to become active participants in helping address the plastic waste problem in the country.  

“Tapon to Reborn” encourages employees to collect, segregate, and bring their empty PET bottles, cans, and beverage cartons to the office for recycling. The bottles are then sent to partner recycling facilities, including the CCBPI-supported PETValue PET bottle recycling plant, where they can become new bottles.  

The initiative aims to collect and sell 500 kilograms of PET bottles and cans. The proceeds of the collection will be used to support reforestation efforts in the Lagadlarin Mangrove Forest and Sierra Madre Forest. 

For more information on the sustainability initiatives of Coca-Cola Philippines, visit the Coca-Cola Sustainability Hub at coca-cola.com/ph/en/brands/coca-cola/sustainability or follow the company’s social media channels: @CocaColaPhilippines on Facebook and @cocacolaph on Twitter and Instagram

Lifestyle, Travel

Hassle free travel in Banwa Private Island and be amaze with it

Eliminate the trouble of traveling!

Sunlight Air has been adding flights to its schedule steadily lately, and they are getting closer to their pre-pandemic frequency of almost daily flights from Manila to San Vincente airport in Palawan.

Enjoy our VIP meet-and-greet and fast track service at the Manila International Airport, a quick transfer to Sunlight Air’s private lounge, and a thrilling one-hour flight on an ATR 72 aircraft to the center of Palawan.

From there, take pleasure in a one-hour scenic ride through Palawan’s breathtaking tropical interior to the quaint coastal town of Roxas while being pampered in luxury. For a relaxing 25-minute trip to Banwa Private Island, you will board our amphibious Iguana Commuter Yacht here.

Contact the reservation team by phone or WhatsApp at +639178882864, send an email to [email protected], or visit their website www.banwaprivateisland.com. for additional details.

Automotive

Launch of the New Hilux GR-S by Toyota Motor Philippines

The new Hilux GR Sport (GR-S) has been introduced by Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), significantly bolstering the lineup of the nation’s top pickup.

The New Hilux GR-S now has a harder design thanks to a wide-tread body, matte black GR-S overfenders, 17-inch alloy GR design wheels with All-Terrain Tires, and the GR Aero sports bar, taking design influences from the Dakar-winning GR Hilux.

The new Hilux GR-S is also 65 mm taller and 120 mm wider. Overall, the New Hilux GR-S’s exterior has a more robust appearance than its predecessor, which better conveys the vehicle’s improved generational features of quality, durability, and dependability.

The New Hilux GR-S is equipped with an air-cooled intercooler and a 2.8L Diesel, 4-Cylinder, 16-Valve DOHC Variable Nozzle Turbo engine. It now has an enhanced 224PS maximum output and 550Nm maximum torque. The New Hilux GR-S also features monotube shock absorbers, GR front and rear disc brakes with GR brake calipers, and other features that improve both on- and off-road performance.

Inside, the New Hilux GR-S is clad in GR-S suede and leather seats. A GR-S emblem embellishes the leather steering wheel, while the leather door trims with technical mesh and red seatbelts add to the overall sporty appearance of the interior. New amenities such as the 9-inch Display Audio with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a Wireless Charger add spirit to every adventure in the New Hilux GR-S, while functions such as Smart Entry and Push Start System offer convenience in each ride.

Now with a Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), the New Hilux GR-S is as safe as it is exhilarating to drive. It is also equipped with Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) and other safety features such as a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM), Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), and Downhill Assist Control (DAC).

Available colors and respective prices for the New Hilux GR-S are as follows:

Retail sales for the New Hilux GR-S started on September 13.

Visit toyota.com.ph/hilux or get in touch with any Toyota dealership in the country to learn more about the New Hilux GR-S.

To receive the most recent information on Toyota products, services, dealer operations, announcements, and events, follow Toyota Motor Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Viber.

Food

Great experience with delectable meals at AMAH

Ever since, I have been truly amazed at how AMAH sustains their scrumptious meals. As I visited, they never failed to amaze me with the food they served. What I also liked about AMAH is their place; it is so spacious and relaxing. The people are so kind and courteous, which is truly a plus and also added to my memorable experience at AMAH. About the food, it is highly recommended. I really did like their fruit pie, the guyabano pie in particular. You will really taste how good the guyabano really is, including its sourness. If you’re a fan of fruit pie, this place is for you.

What I liked about this restaurant is the variety of food that they have, and everything tastes so good. One of those is the Siu Mai, due to the freshly prepared ground pork and flavorful components like the fried garlic and chopped scallions, this siu mai is considerably different from the typical siomai. The pork tofu—I don’t eat tofu, but you’ll love this because it’s crunchy and has pork in it. It doesn’t taste like tofu, and I find it so delicious. Also, the kinilaw tastes so different from the usual kinilaw. It is made of fish from Sorsogon Amberjack, and you will surely love it while drinking your favorite beer. The Char Siu: with sweet and savory Char Siu pork, this is one of AMAH’s signature dishes. I enjoy the honey glaze seasoning, the nutty scallion peanut sauce, and how much better it tastes with the toasted handmade bao buns. I also find the soy chicken very scrumptious, especially with their special sauce. The palabok is not the usual one; they used sotanghon as the noodles with shrimp, and it was very tasty. Their roasted corn ice cream is a very unique dessert: corn-flavored ice cream topped with popcorn and salted caramel. Since I do like ice cream, this one is included in my favorites. The calamansi pie will make you taste the sourness, but it also tastes so good that you will enjoy every bite of it. They also have a lot of cocktails, fruit juice, and a lot more

Drinking some of the AMAH’s cocktail drinks

All in all, AMAH is such a great place to go. Aside from the delicious food they offer, they have a great place, and you will enjoy the company of the people there. I highly recommend it, and I really want to go back to the place. You must try it, and it is worth the penny.

To know more about AMAH, you can visit their social media accounts and go to their website: www.heirloomamah.com/reserveme or call them through this number 09989721198. And be updated about their events and more.

Entertainment

The Best of Anime 2023 Highlights Japan’s Unique Culture

This reunion is huge! The Best of Anime (BOA), which had to take a three-year break due to the pandemic, is returning in 2023 with a fury. The Anime Idol Dance Battle, Anime Sing-Off, All-Star Cosplay Competition, and Lolita Fashion Show are just a few of the spectacular events that BOA will be hosting this year. These events will feature special guests, performances by fan favorite cosplayers, and more.

Without merchandising, an anime event is obviously incomplete, so don’t forget to stop by the stores and pick up some manga or comics! If you’ve never heard of cosplay, it’s a concept that combines the words “costume” and “play” and describes activities involving dressing up or acting as a character from anime, manga, or any other type of media. Cosplayers spend all of their time thinking, designing their exquisite costumes, and developing their own definitions of the characters rather than just dressing as them. Cosplayers from all over the Philippines will congregate at BOA for one of the largest cosplay events in the country to display their incredible creations and celebrate this art form while having a great time. Naturally, BOA is not just for cosplayers. Everyone who enjoys cosplay, anime, manga, and Japanese culture is welcome at the event!

The Manila Office of the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) is thrilled to support this event. Both groups will be present at BOA to educate attendees about the unique facets of Japanese culture and to give fun activities and educational materials about Japan.

The Best of Anime 2023: The Reunion is a must-see if you enjoy Japanese culture, anime, manga, cosplay, and other forms of Japanese pop culture. On September 16, stop by the SM Mall of Asia Complex’s SMX Convention Center for an anime extravaganza!

WHAT: The Best of Anime 2023: The Reunion

WHEN: September 16, 2023

WHERE: SMX Convention Center Manila, Pasay City

Buy tickets on-site or in advance through SM Tickets:  https://smtickets.com/events/view/11993

Regular tickets: ₱380

Premium tickets: ₱1,250

For more downloadable photos and videos of Japan’s beautiful and exciting tourist attractions for media usage, you may visit the Japan Online Media Center (JOMC) (http://business.jnto.go.jp/).

Tech

Unique, life-improving digital experiences: Globe’s month-long 917 G Day celebration brings customers one step closer to their dreams

With its yearly G Day celebration, Globe, the top mobile and digital solutions provider in the Philippines, redefines what it means to appreciate one’s customers. In keeping with its objective to improve the lives of Filipinos, the telco-turned-techco is thanking its consumers for their devotion by combining tools and rewards that make life easier.

This month-long celebration, which goes beyond the famous date of September 17 (09/17) or 0917, which stands for Globe’s famous mobile number prefix, aims to bring Filipinos closer to their aspirations through digital advancements and cutting-edge tech experiences.

“Through G Day, we hope to help our customers get closer to their dreams through innovative, life-enabling digital solutions, powered by reliable connectivity. We’re going bigger in terms of engaging our customers and making them feel valued,” said Jerome Patalud, Head of Globe Rewards.

Globe is also committed to using the G Day platform to reiterate its message of environmental sustainability. Throughout its G Day events and activities, Globe is championing sustainability by encouraging customers to observe eco-friendly and socially-conscious practices through small acts – from proper waste disposal, avoiding the use of single-use plastics, to using sustainable transport through the use of Globe’s electric vehicle shuttles to and from event venues, or via carpooling.

Customers are also encouraged to support advocacies such as the Hapag Movement, the Globe-led initiative that aims to address involuntary hunger through supplemental feeding and livelihood training.

Here’s how Globe is going to help make customers’ dreams come true every day this September:

G Chance The Raffle (September 1-30)

Globe customers can use their Rewards points to redeem raffle entries via the GlobeOne App for the chance to win experiences that money can’t buy. For as low as 1 Globe Rewards point, customers have the power to choose a raffle category. Up for grabs in this year’s G Chance the Raffle are prizes that champion clean transport like a new e-powered vehicle or Gogoro Smartscooters; intelligent home enablement through Globe At Home technologies; vacacion en grande with Globe Roaming packages to Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore in partnership with ANA and Klook, plus trips to Davao and Coron with the Discovery Hotels Group.

G Chance the Raffle can also kick-start online businesses and equip aspiring vloggers, giving them a chance to learn the ropes from industry leaders such as YouTube, Meta, and TikTok. Winners will also get access to premium subscriptions such as the RUSH Spark Lite e-Store Platform and Canva Pro, along with the tools they’ll need in  their creator or business owner journey. Techies can win the latest intelligent gadgets, and for shopaholics, Globe is giving away a shopping spree at Puregold, GCash prizes and more.

Customers can redeem entries until September 30, 2023.

G Music Fest (September 16)

G Music Fest, now in its fourth year, is making an even bigger comeback as a Music and Creator Festival.

With a focus on celebrating local talent, this year will feature an all-Pinoy lineup from OPM OGs to young emerging performers through partnerships with Warner Music and Sony Music. Attendees from all generations will get to vibe with Urbandub, December Avenue, Lola Amour, Dilaw, PLAYERTWO, Paul Pablo, Sugarcane, The Itchyworms, Mayonnaise, Ace Banzuelo, Nobita, Munimuni and Syd Hartha at Circuit Grounds in Makati. Event goers can also hang out at the DJ lounge sponsored by MYX Global.

Beyond inspiration through music, the festival’s Creator Hub will encourage self-expression, learning and creativity through various art and community building activities such as live murals and painting with Drip Splash and Paint It Fun.

Attendees can expect a wide variety of food choices on-ground through handpicked food concessionaires: Better than Ice Cream (BTIC), Kurimu, Pocofino, Jamba Juice, Pancake House, Yellow Cab, Pickup Coffee, Shakeys, Potato Corner,  Army Navy. Alcoholic beverages will also be served through official alco partners – Coca Cola, and San Miguel Brewery.

Other key festival partners include Philippine Airlines, the official airline partner, Zing, KonsultaMD, GCash, Parlon, Klook, and PetPal.

G Music Fest will also encourage customers to practice sustainability throughout the event, from limiting the use of single-use plastics among concessionaires, to encouraging BYO (Bring Your Own) water bottles among customers and providing water refilling stations sponsored by Klean Kanteen. Through a partnership with the Waste and Resources Management Inc (WARM), water efficient portalets will be deployed on ground, and manned waste bins will ensure proper waste segregation.

Attendees can also enjoy sustainable transport to and from the venue through electric vehicles provided by GET EV official shuttle partner, with pickup points at Alabang Town Center, One Ayala, and TriNoMa.

G Creator Con (September 17)

G Creator Con aims to unlock the creative potential of each Filipino in the music, content, design and technology space. The event, to be held simultaneously at The Globe Tower, BGC Amphitheater, and Globe Creator House, transforms BGC into an Art & Tech City powered by Globe. It serves as a springboard for Globe’s Creator Culture, a long-term program combining thought-leadership, creative tech experiences and rewarding opportunities through creator project grants.

Creator Talks will feature speakers from Meta, YouTube, DTI Design Center, Myx, Social Media Marketing PH, Bitskwela, and creative thought-leaders Nadine Lustre, Mela Habijan, Pat Tinguy, Eva Le Queen, Pio Dumayas of Lola Amour as panelists! While fun and interactive activities from KROMA Entertainment, NABU, Kumu, Samsung and JobStreet will be in BGC Amphitheater, aspiring creators can have cinematic headshots taken at the Globe Creator House. To top it all off, music creators GNY, Carissa and Clara Benin will close the con on a sweet note.  

Passes to the Creator Talks and Speed Mentorship can be redeemed with Rewards points via the GlobeONE app. G Creator Con is also part of the Philippine Creative Industries Month, a celebration of Filipino creativity for the whole month of September.

For more information on the different activities, visit the G Creator Con page.

G Fair (September 23-24)

To be held the following weekend also at the BGC Amphitheater, the art and tech pop-up market G Fair will showcase Filipino entrepreneurs and artists. With curated micro, small, and medium-size enterprises (MSMEs) and artists from MoCAF (Modern and Contemporary Art Festival), the bazaar offers a blend of homegrown businesses and art. The fair champions businesses with varied causes and backgrounds such as sustainability advocates (Lana, Sewn Sandals & MAGWAI), social entrepreneurs promoting the work of Filipino artisans (Tahanan Pottery & Habi Lifestyle), and regional businesses (Baguio’s Rebel Bakehouse). On top of this, customers will have access to the finest art galleries that feature emerging Filipino artists in partnership with MoCAF. Discover Filipino ingenuity from eight participating galleries: MoCAF Discoveries, R Gallery, Art Toys, Rojo Gallery, Village Art Gallery, Art For Space, Galerie Francesca Emporium and Cartellino.

Customers can pre-order online a few days before the event. On G Fair weekend, they will get to immerse in digital solutions that Globe Business offers, engage in interactive art activities, and win exciting raffle prizes.

G Battle Zone: G Legends Cup and REV Major (September 23-30)

Gaming enthusiasts can participate in an online nationwide Mobile Legends tournament, the G Legends Cup. Winners will receive cash prizes and a chance to meet, greet, and even scrim with Globe’s main gaming ambassador Blacklist International.

Gamers can also participate in REV Major 2023, the biggest fighting game competition in the Philippines, which will take place at the SMX Convention Center on September 30 and October 1. The greatest Filipino fighting game esports athletes will compete here against foreign players. Additionally, attendees can take advantage of exclusive prizes from partners of Globe, including GrabCar, Move It, and Foodpanda.

Globe seeks to provide its consumers with unforgettable and gratifying experiences that can help them realize their objectives by jam-packing the entire month with a variety of events and products.

“G Day is all about celebrating our most-valued customers for staying with Globe throughout the years. With tech capabilities and digital solutions, our G Day celebration this year aims to make our customers feel that with Globe, they have a partner in making their dreams come true,” Patalud said.

Download the GlobeOne app and explore it for more details on the G Day events and how to take part, or go to glbe.co/GDayEveryday.

Automotive

Top Sporting Class racers will compete in the Asia Finals when the TGR GT Cup PH 2023 season winners are announced


National Finals Winners, TGR GT Cup Philippines 2023

The National Finals, which were broadcast live on September 6, will mark the end of the 2023 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Gran Turismo Cup Philippines (TGR GT Cup PH) season, according to Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP).

The Sporting Class finalists competed for a spot on Team Philippines for the TGR GT Cup 2023 Asia Finals in the National Finals, which marked the conclusion of the TGR GT Cup PH 2023 season. Three races were held, each with a unique track and vehicle. In the first race, competitors faced Trial Mountain in the GR 86, Sardegna – Rally Cross in the GR Yaris RZ, and Mount Panorama in the third and final race, in the GR Supra Race Car ’19.

Russel Reyes won the title at the National Finals after competing consistently over the course of all three races, winning two of the three rounds. Reyes finished second in the National Finals last year and competed for the Philippines in the Asia Finals, where he placed sixth.

Matthew Ang, a Sporting Class rookie who placed second overall in the Promotional Class last year, won second place in this year’s National Finals thanks to a standout performance in the second race where he displayed his prowess on the Sardegna rally course.

Luis Moreno, who placed third overall, rounds up the TGR GT Cup Team Philippines lineup. The winner of the TGR GT Cup Philippines in 2021 was Moreno. It is his first time competing in the Asia Finals and his return to the Team Philippines lineup this year. “We have a strong roster of racers this year,” shared TMP Vice President for Marketing Services Elvin Luciano. “This is the first time we are sending players overseas for the Asia Finals. Having watched Russel, Matthew, and Luis in the local and national rounds, we are confident that they will make us proud as Team Philippines,” Luciano added.

Reyes, Ang, and Moreno will represent the nation at the TGR GT Cup 2023 Asia Finals on September 24 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, as the Sporting Class season champions. At 5 PM, the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippines Facebook page will stream the live event.


Junior Class Overall Winners, TGR GT Cup Philippines 2023

Additionally, the overall champions for the Junior and Promotional classes were revealed. In the Junior Class, Vito Manas finished third, followed by Russo Gabriel Formoso in second place. David Enzo Ison took first place. The winner of the Promotional Class was Stanley Theodore Golez. Jan Rene Aldiosa came in third, followed by Benedict Salido in second.


Promotional Class Overall Winners, TGR GT Cup Philippines 2023

The local TGR GT Cup rounds are now over, and TMP is turning its attention to the regional round, which will decide who will represent Asia in the TGR GT Cup Global Finals in 2023.

Visit toyota.com.ph/gazoo and follow TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippines on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more details on the events of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing.

News, Tech

‘Pamilya Kaya’ from Globe GFiber Prepaid is now available! Sila kalalanin natin

What happens when you combine a madiskarte housewife with a komedyante father who enjoys dad jokes, a gifted gamer, and a romantic of the digital era yearning for kilig?

Pamilya Kaya will be there to introduce you to the limitless and fascinating world of Globe At Home GFiber Prepaid. Pamilya Kaya exemplifies the Filipino diskarte in all of the family members and how they can make the most of any circumstance by working with what they have to produce amazing results.

Meet ‘wais na misis’ Neri Miranda, an actress and businesswoman who plays Mommy Kaya, first. She’s a hip mother who excels at finding the best online bargains and providing for the whole family’s requirements. As someone who enjoys exploring additional income streams, Mommy Kaya is prepared to astound everyone with her challenge: live-sell 299 products in seven days. The bet is on with fiber-fast internet from GFiber Prepaid!

Then there’s Daddy Kaya, played by the hilarious Teddy Corpuz, a singer, host, actor, and comedian. Lovable and relatable Daddy Kaya stays close to his wife and kids by watching the latest TV shows of their choosing. With GFiber Prepaid as a trusted buddy, he’s on a mission to upload 299 videos on social media and become an online sensation in a week. Will he be the next content king, or will he end up being the family’s biggest meme? Watch out for it!

And then there’s Kuya Kaya, represented by actor, model, and digital creator Raymond Mabute.  Kuya Kaya dreams of becoming an eSports competitor one day, so he hustles constantly to get the latest games and equipment. As the family’s resident gamer, he’s determined to win 299 online matches in seven days.  Will he rise to eSports stardom? With GFiber Prepaid’s reliable connectivity for gaming, it’s game on!

Last but not least is satire queen and content creator Lottie Bie as Ate Kaya. Sweet and charming, she feels ready to find love but not quite sure how to do that. So Ate Kaya is now on a digital quest for love, aiming to find the best matches in seven days. Will she find “the one”, or will she end up swiping left? With GFiber Prepaid’s seamless connectivity, her heart’s desires are just a click away.

Watch out for Pamilya Kaya as they embark on these epic challenges soon. If you can’t be there in person, don’t fret! regional livestreams will be popping up in key cities, so you won’t miss a beat.

“More than providing fast and consistent internet, GFiber Prepaid is also about the adventures, the laughs, the connections, and the endless possibilities it brings to every Filipino family. With Pamilya Kaya, we’re showing you how fun and limitless life can be para angat ang buong pamilya!” said Raymond Policarpio, Vice President of Globe at Home Broadband Business.

With fiber-fast internet available from GFiber Prepaid for just P299 for seven days, the Filipino family’s potential is unbounded. With no application or lock-up time, it is instantly accessible and offers prepaid pricing for limitless internet.

Are you prepared to embark on new digital journeys with Globe At Home GFiber Prepaid? Join together with Pamilya Kaya to create online marvels! Utilize the GlobeOne app to register for GFiber Prepaid. Kaya Mo Now, Gaya ng Pamilya Kaya!

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