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Globe Business holds Retail Revolution in Davao City

Written by louiseinthehouse on September 5, 2023

Last Friday, I went to Globe Business’ event called Retail Revolution. It was a 1-day activity held at SM Lanang Premier here in Davao. Davao. It featured an actual pop-up store showcasing the digital solutions of Globe Business for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the retail industry. It aims to inspire businesses to revolutionize their retail game and experience the future of retail stores today. At Globe Business, they envision tech-enabled businesses as the future of retail, and commit to be a trusted and reliable partner of Wholesale/Retail MSMEs in their digital transformation journey. Connected Retail The event aimed to highlight the concept of Connected Retail, which focuses on integrating consumers’ online and offline experience: whether your business has a physical or online store, your end-consumers will be able to seamlessly transact with your business. Moreover, it targets to effortlessly connect businesses with customers by providing a seamless […]

Missed the SIM registration deadline?

Written by louiseinthehouse on July 26, 2023

You have 5 days to reactivate your SIM If you still missed the SIM registration deadline, you have a final grace period to comply with the law. Globe, TM, and Globe At Home Prepaid WiFi users who missed the July 25 deadline for SIM registration will already feel the impact of non-compliance, with their outgoing services and incoming calls deactivated. But, as stipulated in the implementing rules and regulations of the SIM Registration Act, they still have five days- from July 26 to 30 — to catch up and save their SIM from permanent deactivation. Their incoming SMS is still left active so they could receive a One-Time Pin for SIM registration. “Globe recognizes the essential role of uninterrupted mobile and broadband services in our customers’ daily lives. So, as provided for in the law, SIM users get this last chance to register their SIMs after missing the initial […]

Capture perfect portraits and moments with the OPPO Reno8 T 5G

Written by louiseinthehouse on July 25, 2023

The OPPO Reno8 T 5G offers significant all-round upgrades to the popular PortraitExpert Series and is available through OPPO’s official ecomm stores on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop. Capture life’s fleeting precious moments as OPPO offers the Reno8 T 5G which boasts animproved camera, a refreshed design, and superior performance. The OPPO Reno8 T 5G’s 108MP Portrait Camera is a first in the Reno Series and is supportedby a one-of-a-kind 40x Microlens Camera which allows users to peek into the microscopic world,capturing photos at 20-times and 40-times magnification and a 2MP depth camera. Blurred andpixelated resolutions will be a thing of the past, as the 108MP camera offers endlesspossibilities for cropping and editing. It also has AI Portrait Super Resolution, which canoptimize portraits no matter the lighting condition. Other camera features set to impress are Selfie HDR, Bokeh Flare Portrait, Dual-View Videoand more. Giving it a premium feel is its […]

GCash Stories Launches “Turing” for Pride Month

Written by louiseinthehouse on June 24, 2023

Empowering the LGBTQIA+ Entrepreneurs to #WerkWithPride by Offering Finance for All GCash Stories returns with a powerful new release featuring Turing Quinto, as the face of GCash’s “Werk With Pride” advocacy for Pride Month. Directed by Antoinette Jadaone, the film celebrates pride by putting a spotlight on GCash’s commitment to inclusivity and financial empowerment while telling the story of strength and persistence of Filipino drag performer, Turing. Turing gained fame as a contestant on the debut season of Drag Race Philippines. The short film delves into Turing’s aspirations and determination to succeed in life while showing the challenges faced by breadwinners striving to make ends meet. Just like anyone else chasing a brighter future, Turing works with pride, thanks to GCash. She reassures her mother, “Ako nang bahala sa pag tambling, Ma,” despite the struggles their family faces. Overcoming tears, she performs in her living room, cheered on by her […]

MOA Signing Between Sterling Bank of Asia and Santos Land Development Corp.

Written by louiseinthehouse on May 29, 2023

Sterling Bank of Asia signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Santos LandDevelopment Corporation (SLDC) to expand its home loan offering to its current andprospective clients in Davao. The MOA signing held at The Ivory Residences marks the officialpartnership of SBA and SLDC. SBA’s First Vice President for Vismin Consumer Lending, Ms. Leila Amante, and Senior VicePresident for Consumer Lending Group, Ms. Mary Rose Mendez, together with SLDC’sChairman, Ms. Nora Morada, and Chief Finance Officer, Ms. Maria Lourdes Estanislao, forgedthe agreement. “We are excited about the recent expansion of partnerships in the Davao region,” said Ms.Amante. ” This partnership with SLDC will allow SBA to offer our current and future clients morehome ownership options,” she added. The Ivory Residences is the latest addition to the existing home loan offering of Sterling Bank ofAsia under the SLDC projects. The 18-story residential condominium stands steps away frommalls, hospitals, schools, and public offices, making it an excellent […]

What to love about HONOR X9a 5G, X7a, and MagicBook X Laptops

Written by louiseinthehouse on March 8, 2023

Bringing its latest technologies to the Philippine market, HONOR empowers smart device users with human-centric innovations. The year has just begun yet HONOR Philippines already introduced not just one, but three smart devices in the market already! All hailing from HONOR’s industry-setting X Series, the HONOR X9a 5G, HONOR X7a, and HONOR MagicBook X laptops were made available to the public recently. “We wanted to start the year really strong and we are delighted with the fact that we are on track. Three devices since the start of the year and we’re just getting started. HONOR Philippines takes pride in our newest devices that cater to consumers’ ever-changing needs and requirements,” said Stephen Cheng, HONOR Philippines Vice President. HONOR X9a 5G Making a massive buzz online, the new HONOR X9a 5G sports a 120Hz Premium OLED Curved Display allowing users to enjoy a large screen of 6.67-inch with an impressive […]

Check out what’s in Moira’s shopping list this Christmas!

Written by louiseinthehouse on December 15, 2022

Gift your loved ones with these items you can get at 0% interest through Home Credit Finding the perfect holiday gifts for loved ones can be challenging for some people. Well, gift giving doesn’t come with no pressure since we only want to give our loves ones what’s best for them. If you’re still looking for the ideal presents or rather need some inspiration, Filipina singer-songwriter Moira dela Torre shares her holiday gift ideas that are perfect for all ages and for every special person in your life! Making it a merrier Christmas season, Home Credit recently launched The Great 0% Interest Festival, so every shopper can check out items from almost 10,000 partner stores nationwide. Customers can choose from more than 50,000 products available through Home Credit that they get at 0% interest until January 31, 2023. Are you ready? Check out what’s in Moira’s shopping list this holiday season! Gifts […]

SM Supermalls nationwide offers faster GCash scan-to-pay payments

Written by louiseinthehouse on December 5, 2022

In response to the call of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) for the digitalization of payments for safer and more efficient transactions, SM Supermalls, has partnered with GCash, the country’s no. 1 financial app, to enable GCash QR payments across all SM malls nationwide, including supermarkets, food and retail merchants as well as services such as cinema and parking, among others. Through this partnership, GCash scan-to-pay transactions via fast and efficient QR payment options are now available across SM malls. “Shopping for food and essentials and other items in the new normal has changed for many. More than ever, customers value safety, efficiency, and convenience. This is what GCash aims to provide Filipinos through our valued partnership with SM in line with our vision of financial inclusion for all. We are excited to collaborate with SM to offer a safe shopping experience to millions of Filipinos nationwide,” said Martha […]

Have the merriest holiday with Home Credit’s The Great 0% Interest Festival

Written by louiseinthehouse on November 11, 2022

Grab your most desired items at 0% interest rates through Home Credit from almost 10,000 stores nationwide! The most awaited season for Filipinos is fast approaching — signaling the most beautiful time of the year for giving and sharing. Get ready to fill your hearts with your most wishlisted items for yourself and your loved ones and embark on the most exciting shopping season of the year! Want something for your monitos and monitas? Or have you been wanting to reward yourself for a year of hard work? Better not pout, better not let your wallets cry because a huge blowoutis coming to town! As a holiday treat for Filipino customers, Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the lifestyle partner of every Filipino, launches The Great 0% Interest Festival with over 50,000 products offered at 0% interest rates at almost 10,000 partner stores nationwide. “Giving has always been a part of every […]

SKY’s KYLA boosts its 24/7 customer support system for subscribers

Written by louiseinthehouse on August 25, 2022

Now accessible in more areas in Luzon and Mindanao SKY continues its commitment to provide top-notch and hassle-free service to its valued subscribers by making it more convenient for them to raise their concern with just a few clicks through their 24/7 customer support KYLA. By expanding KYLA’s accessibility to more parts of Luzon (Baguio, Batac, Dagupan, Laoag, Urdaneta, Bulacan, Batangas) and in Mindanao (Davao, General Santos, Zamboanga) starting August 15, SKY ensures that SKY subscribers from different parts of the country can experience the same fast and convenient customer service. Since its launch in 2021, more SKY subscribers expressed their satisfaction with KYLA in addressing their simplest to more complex matters when it comes to their cable and internet service. Here are some common concerns that KYLA can help manage to assist each subscriber in real-time: Matters on monthly billings and payment Got questions with your SKY bill? Do […]