Wazzup Pilipinas News and Events

Wednesday, April 29, 2015

We Got Your Back, Pacman: Viber Releases #SugodManny Sticker Pack

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Boxing champ Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao is all set for the fight of his life against Floyd Mayweather, Jr. soon and the country’s leading mobile messaging app Viber, together with Smart Communications, is uniting Filipinos to send good vibes with the #SugodManny Sticker Pack.

Now, Viber’s 18 million users in the Philippines can pepper conversations with family and friends with stickers of the eight-division world champion in amusing caricatures with catchy and truly Pinoy phrases like “Knock-Out Mo Na!”, “Intense!”, “Anyare?”, and “Boom Pawis!”, to name a few.

Viber and Smart have partnered to produce the #SugodManny Sticker Pack, which is available for FREE in Viber’s Sticker Market.
“Manny’s upcoming fight with Mayweather on May 3 is one of the biggest draws in boxing history and we want Viber to unite the Filipino community in sending good vibes to support Manny’s bid for glory. We hope to fill everyone with a sense of pride in Manny as one of our greatest Filipino boxers with Smart’s #SugodManny Sticker Pack on Viber,” says Viber Philippines Country Manager, Crystal Lee.

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Filipinos are rejoicing after hearing the news that Mary Jane Veloso, drug trafficking mule, was spared from the execution. Below are some thoughts taken from the Internet from Filipinos and media publications all over.

What a great news to see in the morning!!! I literally cried and intensely prayed for a miracle until 12:40am last night before I fell asleep. Also hanging on with her family. Indeed, God is the same yesterday, today and forever.

It feels so relieving that Mary Jane Veloso was spared and given the chance to prove her innocence. As the recruiter surrendered herself let the case prosper. I just hope truth will come out so that no innocent life would be waste.

Mary Jane Veloso’s life has been saved—for now. According to Indonesian officials, Veloso was spared from the firing squad, citing the surrender of the woman who recruited and allegedly tricking her into.

Let me remind everyone that she has not been absolutely pardoned just yet, but was only spared of execution. A lot still has to be done.

Making Computer Use More Child-Friendly

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Calling all computer savvy parents! This week, a BETA version of KidslockWindows.com is being released in the Windows store. An App that provides a security system for parents to oversee their children’s activity on the computer has never before been offered for the Windows platform.

The idea for this App was created by a parent of two young children with multiple Windows-based computers in their home. He struggled himself to monitor his children’s computer activities, and imagined creating a platform that would allow him to decide which programs and activities his children could access on their home computers. With over 200 million copies of Windows 8 sold, the software is now a central part of more than 1.5 billion people around the word. Unfortunately, the Windows platform is missing a critical safety measure for percentage of its customers.
Ryan Saville, founder of KidsLockWindows.com wanted to solve the issue: “We need a simple solution that will protect our children when using tools like the Windows Store. I enjoy my kids playing on the computer, I just want to have better control on what they see and do.”

Thus KidslockWindows.com was born, both out of necessity but also out of need. KidsLockWindows.com will be the first software of its kind focused on providing a ‘Kiddie Lock’ lock for parents. Saville states: “Imagine a clean white interface, showing large icons with a simple timer that counts down and locks after a certain time period, giving peace of mind back to parents but still allowing our little ones to still grow their necessary computer skills.” In the future the company expects the software to be subscription similar to an antivirus.

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Below is a bylined article by Sasa Marinkovic, head of software marketing for the computing and graphics group at AMD, as he explains further the importance of keeping technology unnoticeable and undetectable in achieving and maintaining the 'reality' of the virtual reality presence.

I’m standing on the roof of a tall building, looking down at the street hundreds of feet below as I catch my breath. The flag on the roof of the building next door is snapping in the strong wind, and I pull my toes away from the edge, before I lose my balance and fall to the street. I can hear my pursuers pounding up the stairwell to the roof, but a quick look around reveals no place to hide. The only option is to jump — to the rooftop next door. I quickly turn back to have one final look, and… pixel-lag artifacts smudge my world. The magic is gone.

Virtual Reality — VR — one of the most hyped technologies over the past year, is poised to fundamentally transform personal entertainment as we know it, potentially delivering a long-term impact that may exceed today’s most “disruptive” new technologies. Strapping on a VR headset will catapult the user into a new realm of lifelike entertainment experiences that will seem believable — and very real, within seconds of putting them on.

Traditional movie entertainment turns the viewer into an observer of the story, but today’s gaming technology make users active participants. VR technology takes everything a giant step further, creating the sense of the virtual world being just as real as the physical. But to achieve this, technology must become invisible, unnoticeable and undetectable. The moment that technology reveals itself by way of a difficult interface or unrealistic experience, the magic spell is broken — and the unconscious world of VR “presence” dissolves.

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Panasonic Corporation today boosted its expansive lineup of Intelligent Security solutions with the launch of True 4K security cameras in Asia Pacific. The new models, which were officially unveiled at ISC West in Las Vegas, USA, include the True 4K outdoor vandal dome (WV-SFV781L) and outdoor vandal fixed (SPV781L) cameras. Featuring a 12 megapixel advanced imaging sensor and optics capabilities, the Panasonic True 4K cameras elevates surveillance to the next level with True 4K resolution and wide-angle coverage, all of which supports the aim to safeguard public assets while helping businesses reap cost savings.

According to research[1], the global video surveillance market is expected to grow at 24.08% CAGR by 2019. In an era where security threats are increasingly prevalent and widespread, video surveillance acts as a safeguard for vital infrastructures and environments. A vivint doorbell camera is one such video surveillance tool.

“We live in a technologically driven world where possessing the latest security technologies is increasingly critical in ensuring that threats are contained. Organizations are placing greater emphasis on video surveillance systems and services to make sense of the explosion in surveillance data,” said Mr. Kazunori Kamijo, General Manager, Global Marketing Group, Security Systems Business Division, Panasonic System Networks Co. “The Panasonic True 4K models set a new standard for 4K cameras, delivering state-of-the-art solutions that addresses customers’ concerns for a high performance security surveillance camera.

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Your hard-working, efficient and loyal staff/workers deserve a treat! Show them you appreciate their job well done by treating them to one of the favourite restaurants in the country. Gumbo New Orleans Restaurant, located at the 2nd level, Entertainment Mall, SM Mall of Asia; 2nd level, The Block, SM City North Edsa; 3rd level, Robinsons Place Manila Midtown; 2nd level, Atrium Bldg., SM Megamall; Gateway Mall Araneta Center; and Robinsons Magnolia offers mouth-watering and sumptuous dishes such as Seafood Jambalaya, Fish & Chips, Cajun Fried Chicken, New Orleans’ Delight Pizza, Baked Artichoke, etc.

Moreover on April 30 – May 3, Gumbo honors the labourers with “Combo Magnifico” valued at P1,700.00 but you can avail for only P999.00, a huge saving of P701.00! This sumptuous treat includes Chicken and Cheese Melt Fries, Shrimp Aglio Olio and Cajun Fried Chicken, plus a carafe or 1 liter of Coke, guaranteed good for five persons!

For reservations and inquiries, please call 5560238, 4420106, 5671820 and 6353015.

Loud and Proud to Present the Official Wazzup Pilipinas TV Jingle

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Just a few days before the May 2 pilot episode, we've finally completed the arrangement of the official Wazzup Pilipinas TV jingle. The night before the big fight of one of our great Filipino icons as he steps into the ring and fight against Floyd Mayweather, we are like Manny Pacquaio whose primary goal is to bring honor to our country, the Philippines.

Wazzup Pilipinas TV is proud to bring you the lyrics of the said jingle, with an additional rap lyrics at the end due to special request and to cater to the younger audience of this generation. The jingle will soon be incorporated in our official introductory video for the TV show.

The variety infotainment show aims to highlight Philippine events, destinations and lifestyle features that are of great interest to everyone especially the Filipinos. Hosted by the Pambansang Blogger ng Pilipinas, Ross Del Rosario, with the Philippine Barter King, Bart Abaya and the Common Sense Investor, Coach Dave Aguila, as co-hosts, Wazzup Pilipinas TV originated from one of the most popular, fast-rising and most awarded Filipino community blog WazzupPilipinas.com.

From its humble beginnings as a personal blog, to guestings on radio and TV shows, and now to having our own cool TV show on a primetime slot on national television at IBC 13 (every Saturday from 8 to 9 pm), WazzupPilipinas.com has dramatically leveled up beyond our wildest dreams. Who would have thought we would be reaching this moment in our lives when we can proudly shout out to the world that we have made it big time!

But our journey has just began. We believe that there are still more awesome achievements for us as we collaborate further with many outstanding partners towards greater glories.

We encourage you all to sing with us since this amazing song. This is for all of us!

The Best Choice Awards 2015 is Now On!

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The Best Choice Awards 2015 mission is to motivate companies to continue raising the bar of quality in their products and services for the benefit of the customers.

The awards is promoted to instill on companies the core values of Quality and Excellence namely:

INTEGRITY, SUCCESS, COMMITMENT, BUSINESS BALANCE, CUSTOMER SERVICE

The awards provide business owners a unique and highly effective marketing strategy that's designed to promote and recognize business quality, and at the same time, generate new and significant business growth.

Business, Professionals and Civil Servants will be recognized for their efforts and contributions. Awards Nite will be held on the 7th May 2015 at the Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila Ballroom.

The event is sponsored by the Philippine Events Specialst, Shopbest Magazine, Novellino Wines, Country Bankers Life Insurance Corp., International Marketing Group together with the Lifestyle Network of ABS-CBN and Wazzup Pilipinas as media partners.

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Tupperware Brands was cited in the 2015 World’s Most Admired Companies list for eight straight years by Fortune Magazine. The company is ranked on the annual list under the Home Equipment, Furnishings category.

Throughout the years, Tupperware Brands has been unwavering in its commitment to Enlighten, Educate and Empower women and their families across the globe. With extreme passion to change lives in every one of its millions of sales force, Tupperware Brands continues to provide limitless income opportunities and develop innovative and world-class products, like Tupperware, that has been a staple in homes for over 50 years. Product brands and categories include design-centric preparation, storage and serving solutions for the kitchen; plus beauty, personal care, and baby care products for the whole family.

"More than this award, the assurance that we are able to carry out our commitment in empowering and improving lives of Filipinos in support of Tupperware Brands’ global mission to change lives through opportunity, support and relationships, year on year, is what we are most grateful for," says Mr. Graciano Pangilinan Jr., Tupperware Philippines President and Managing Director.

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The University of the Philippines Junior Marketing Association brings you West Palm, the sweetest pool party to wrap up the summer season, happening on May 9, 2015 1-7PM at New World Hotel Manila Bay!

Experience a summer getaway featuring today's up & coming bloggers as we treat you to a day of fun and relaxation. Enjoy the dessert buffet and summer giveaway while you lounge at the pool area of New World hotel. Get a chance to win prizes and an all expense paid road trip for you and your friends!

West Palm is this semester’s UP JMA Publicity Event that aims to showcase the organization and its 57-year heritage of excellence in innovative marketing and project management, while introducing new experiences to an even wider demographic.

This event is by invitation only.

For blogger invite requests, please contact Sam at 0927 565 3793.

Laborers Deserve a Break at Burgoo!

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Celebrate Labor Day by showing that you value your workers. Give them their much-deserved break at Burgoo American bar and Restaurant as it offers sumptuous and satisfying dishes such as Shrimp and Ribs Platter, Seafood Caesar Salad, Chicken Dianne, supreme pizzas and pastas and luscious desserts, among others.

On Labor Day Weekend, Burgoo highly recommends “Marvelous Combo” for only P999.00. Valued at P1525.00, you can save P526.00 for these quality dishes composed of Extra Supreme Nachos; Country-Style Fried Chicken with five servings of rice pilaf and potato wedges or any two side dishes of your choice; and Tomato-Basil Spaghetti with special garlic bread. This delicious treat also comes with 1 liter of Coca Cola.
Visit Burgoo at Tomas Morato in Quezon City, Powerplant Mall in Rockwell, Podium and Robinsons Galleria in Ortigas, SM Mall of Asia in Pasay, Gateway Mall in Cubao, The Block at SM City North EDSA, SM City Marikina, Fairview Terraces Mall, The District Ayala Mall in Cavite, SM Southmall in Alabang, and Starmall in Taguig. For reservations and inquiries, please call 9277396, 8981815, 6875565, 7264663, 9136112, 5560091, 6336256, 4420115, and 4771932.

Game-Changing Developments In Emerging Markets

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From customizable designs to pioneering smart home technology, the emerging markets are breaking new ground when it comes to property development.

As the real estate sectors in Asia, Africa and Latin America mature, the level of innovation has also skyrocketed, with many developers seeking new ways to attract an increasingly discerning property buyer.

Global property portal Lamudi takes a closer look at seven game-changing residential developments in the emerging markets.

Green City - Colombia

Based in Soacha, a small city outside Bogotá, the Green City projects represent the present and future of the country’s real estate market. This is a great example of urban development: combining efficient technologies, smart spaces and a sense of community for residents. The project offers common areas like green spaces, playgrounds and more: a city within a city.

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Pangasinan's beach in Tondaligan will definitely confirm that the Philippines is truly a tropical country. Inspite of the fact that it’s crazy hot in here (especially now that it is summer time), Pangasinan has some beaches to help cool you down and forget about the sweaty 4 hour trip (improved with the access to a new road that shortened the usual 6 hour trip from Manila.

Tondaligan beach is just one of the lesser attractive beaches in Pangasinan. Yup! There's a lot of great beaches with white sands, great views and several other attractions, however most of them are just too far by road, and many would require you to travel by plane.

With grayish sands, and a not really fascinating view, it is good enough for the ordinary traveler who wants to dip into the waters to refresh himself from the summer heat. It is not a “must-see” destination whenever you happen to pass by Pangasinan since the Hundred Island beaches are more popular for the more picky and adventurous tourist.

But we were not exactly in Pangasinan for the beaches. We were there because we attended a family get-together with my mother's relatives, so the fairly satisfactory beach will have to do just to refresh us and feel the cool waters. The visit to the beach was just a side trip to treat our relatives who came with us to Pangasinan from Manila aboard our official transportation provider - Fox Travel Services.

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Galleria Duemila presents Woven into Being, a solo show by Kidlat de Guia. Equal parts patchwork and photography, the exhibition takes the form of fragmented photographic tapestry, which wields and merges craft and technology.

Much like the tactile method of Kidlat de Guia’s practice as a filmmaker, the process in Woven into Being similarly entails cutting, splicing, and weaving, but this time of collected photographs from trips and fieldwork around the Philippines. Transforming the quotidian form of photographs, he manipulates strips of digital prints by either breaking the weave to expose nuances or to continuously overlay to keep something unseen. The outputs are rivetingly composite and texturized layers of photographic images that disclose an alternate reality. Evocative woven images of drivers and their beat up trucks, portraits of loved ones and the spaces they occupied pushes forward through that all memory is social. A saturated feel of human experience pervades in his images and seemingly attempts to structure and approximate the past, loss, hope, and memory.

Kidlat de Guia completed a BA Broadcasting Communications degree at University of the Philippines in Diliman, Quezon City, in 1998. He was the recipient of Award of Excellence at the Aqua Planet Video Festival in Japan in 2003. His works has been exhibited in the Philippines and Singapore. “Woven into Being” runs from May 9-30, 2015 at Galleria Duemila located at 210 Loring Street, 1300 Pasay City. For more information you may reach us at + 632 831 9990; Telefax no. + 632 833 9815, email: gduemila@gmail.com, Twitter and Instagram: @galleriaduemila, you may also visit our website at www.galleriaduemila.com, or like us on Facebook.

Sunday, April 26, 2015

50 Years @ Pangasinan: A Double Birthday Celebration

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It was our uncle and aunt’s fiftieth birthday (and apparently also their wedding anniversary celebration - all falling on the month of April). We were supposed to visit them the previous week, but most of us were unavailable and so we decided to change the date. Now that the day has finally arrived, we woke up, grabbed our prepared stuff and left home. Having descended the stairwell of our building and left the village, we hopped aboard the van at around three in the morning. Bags were packed and seats were chosen by each family member. As we left the avenue and drove towards our rather distant first stop, Taguig - where our cousins were supposed to wait for us – we greeted our driver, Mr. Jun from Fox Travel Services - our transportation service, and exchanged introductions. While the rest of the family was talking, I was trying to regain a few more winks of sleep. Finally realizing that the bumpy road and noisy chatter lead me to inevitable failure, I finally gave up trying to sleep. The motion and inertia brought about by the vehicle weren’t helping either.

As we moved on, pointless chatter still went on and I was hopelessly trying to refrain from saying anything impolite. You know how grumpy a person can be without having enough sleep, right? My dad convinced me to transfer seats since according to him and his ego I could catch their “stupidity”, but I refused since if I did I would just become more vexed. With that in mind, I just transferred to the next seat, still in the same row at the back, and watched the passing surroundings through the window. I also checked the time on my phone every now and then.

After a few hours our cousin ate Jennifer, along with her companion, were the next ones to join the van. A few kilometres later, in our point of view were now our aunt and the rest of our cousins. The van was now packed with people, who were surprisingly cheerful even at such an early time of the day. My mom wanted my aunt to sit beside me near the back end of the van. With that, we went onwards to our real destination – to the province of Pangasinan.