Journey: Art: 50: Part IV: Baybayin (Alibata) by Ivi Avellana-Cosio

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Galleria Duemila is proud to present Ivi Avellana-Cosio’s fourth part of her retrospective wherein she will present her in-depth research on the baybayin writing system, coinciding with the new law that has been passed by the House Committee on Basic Education and Culture employing the Baybayin system for the general public’s utilization. The artist’s deep-set interest for culture has manifested its way to her art since the 1970’s.

Named by the International Biographical Society in Cambridge, England as one of the Top 100 artists in 2017 and one of the top professionals in 2012, a resident name in the Philip Morris Philippine Art Awards and ASEAN Art Awards since 1994-1997 and the founding member and the past president of the Philippine Association of Printmakers, Ivi Avellana-Cosio stages her fourth exhibit at Galleria Duemila on May 5 – 29, 2018 in a series of retrospectives to mark her 50 years in creative making.

Her abstractions are compositions of vivid colors and formal elements, reminiscent of the rich culture representative of the various tribes such as the T’boli, Bagobo, Yakan, Talaandig, and B’laan and others. The paintings, a ‘neo-ethnic’ series are a combination of tribal patterns, ornaments and the baybayin, the syllabary commonly, but erroneously known as the ‘alibata’ by which the artist tells the history of common ordinary usage and eventually a genesis of creativity for the indigenous Filipinos, still unmarred by the Hispanic and Christian influences back then. It as a medium of memories, a testament of the past composed in a contemporaneous way.

Isuzu GENCARS Highlights Isuzu mu-X with RZ4E at the 2018 MIAS

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Long-time Isuzu dealer principal, GENCARS Inc. participates in the 2018 Manila International Auto Show and highlights the recently introduced - Isuzu mu-X with RZ4E engine.

On April 5-8, Isuzu GENCARS headed by its President Edgard Cabangon, presented to the public the latest variants of Isuzu mu-X with the new innovative RZ4E engine, alongside the Limited-Edition Isuzu D-MAX X-Series and Isuzu mu-X LUXE.

“We are very proud to be participating in the 2018 MIAS, of course to launch to the public our latest Isuzu mu-X variants powered by the new RZ4E engine,” said Cabangon. “This new engine is not only design to provide optimized power, but is also tested to provide better fuel economy,” he added.

The new Isuzu RZ4E Blue Power engine is set to replace Isuzu’s existing 2.5-liter variants and will be made available first to the Isuzu mu-X and later will be introduced to the D-MAX model.

With a smaller displacement of 1,898-liters, the new RZ4E engine is capable to produce maximum power of 150 PS at 3,600 rpm and a maximum torque of 350 N-m from 1,800-2,600 rpm – and is EURO 4 compliant.

With four years of test and development, and 200 new engine components installed, the new RZ4E engine boasts excellent fuel economy as tested by the company.

During the test conducted under the supervision and verification of the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP), following the Department of Energy (DOE) testing parameters and standards; the Isuzu mu-X RZ4E LS-A MT records 37.27 km/l which is up to 14.32% improvement from the 2.5-liter variant (32.60 km/l), while the Isuzu mu-X RZ4E LS-A AT logs a total of 35.80 km/l that is up to 48.36% higher than the 2.5-liter variant (24.13 km/l).

“The introduction of the new Isuzu mu-X RZ4E variants are a very welcome addition to the already strong line-up of our SUV model. Its excellent fuel economy coupled with the comfort and convenience of the mu-X makes it even better for the family,” said Cabangon.

The new Isuzu mu-X RZ4E variants are available in five dynamic color options; Havana Brown, Cosmic Black, Obsidian Gray, Titanium Silver, and Silky Pearl White. Prices are set at P 1,395,000 for the Isuzu mu-X RZ4E 4x2 LS MT, P 1,570,000 for the mu-X RZ4E 4x2 LS-A MT and P 1,595,000 for the Isuzu mu-X RZ4E 4x2 LS-A AT. An additional P10K will be added to vehicle price for the Silky Pearl White LS-A units only.

Isuzu GENCARS Inc. also announces that it will offer P5,000 worth of fuel card and PMS coupons exclusive to all visitors of the Isuzu booth that will purchase a unit from April 5 to June 30, 2018 at any Isuzu GENCARS branches located in Makati, Batangas, Batangas City, San Pablo, Santa Rosa, Naga, and Legazpi City.

66th FAMAS Awards Gabi ng Parangal

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The 66th FAMAS AWARDS GABI NG PARANGAL recognizing achievement in Filipino movies produced in 2017 is scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 10, 2018, at The Theatre at Solaire.

Established in 1952, the FAMAS AWARDS is presented by the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences and has long been considered as one of the most prestigious honors in the Philippine film industry. All Filipino-produced films that premiered in 2017 that had at least one day commercial screening are qualified for this year’s awards.

Award categories include: Picture, Director, Actress, Actor, Supporting Actress, Supporting Actor, Original Screenplay, Adapted Screenplay, Cinematography, Editing, Production Design, Music, Original Song, Sound and Special Effects. For this year, there will also be awards in the Documentary and Short Film categories. The public will also be able to participate in choosing the Audience Choice Awards for Picture, Actor and Actress.

For the first time, the FAMAS AWARDS winners will be chosen by an independent jury composed of movie practitioners, academicians and critics headed by award winning script and literary writer, Ricky Lee.

The Nominees will be announced on May 3, 2018 at Victorino’s Restaurant in Quezon City, during the PRESSCON.

MEGAVISION Integrated Resources Inc. will produce the 66th FAMAS GABI NG PARANGAL with Donna Sanchez as Executive Producer. Email FAMAS@megavision.com.ph for inquiries.

The Film Development Council of the Philippines is the official government partner of 66th FAMAS Gabi ng Parangal. FAMAS 2018 is also supported by Victorino's Restaurant, MAC Cosmetics, Aloysius Global, The Theatre At Solaire, Gardenia and PAGCOR.

Travel Street in BGC: Philippine Travel Mart’s 1st Green and Gold Tourism Fair Promoting Sustainable Tourism

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Summer time is the perfect time to travel and thus it is not surprising that many travel fairs and travel-related events and activities are taking the opportunity to launch events and campaigns during the season.

At a media launch held on April 25 at Manam Bonifacio Global City, the Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) led by its President Cesar Cruz,  together with Bonifacio Global City (BGC) administration, and with the participation of the Department of Tourism (but not present that day) announced to members of the media and bloggers that there's soon going to be a unique travel fair with an aim to promote sustainable tourism in “Travel Street: Philippine Travel Mart’s 1st Green and Gold Tourism Fair.”

The event encourages everyone to explore the eco-cultural destinations that will indeed make you say ‘It’s more fun in the Philippines’! But would also give everyone a chance to experience products from all over the Philippines at a first-of-its-kind outdoor travel fair since ‘Travel Street’ will be held at the Globe Iconic Bonifacio High Street Amphitheater, on May 4-6 from 10am to 8pm.

We had an opportunity to hear it out directly and ask more questions from long-time PhilTOA President and the 1st Vice President Fe Abling Yu via our video selfie interview.

Check out amazing travel and leisure deals from more than 50 partner airlines, travel agencies and tour operators, hotels and resorts and local government tourism units, and witness performances from local groups, and take part in talks and exhibits that will remind us of our rich Filipino culture and traditions.

Green & Gold Tourism simply means tourism that focuses on ecological and cultural conservation, respectively. These include garden or farm tours, cultural immersions, museum tours, fiestas and festivals, pilgrimage tours, and health and wellness activities. Such endeavors help provide employment and income to locals, gather funds for the improvement of protected areas and sanctuaries, as well as the creation of new and national state parks, recreation areas, beaches, marine and underwater trails, among many other natural attractions.

“BGC is thrilled to bring ‘Travel Street’ to the public, and we believe we have the perfect venue to promote sustainable and responsible tourism, especially to the millennial market. We thank PHILTOA and DOT for this partnership in presenting pristine Philippine destinations,” says Associate City Marketing Manager of BGC, Joanne Magno.

PHILTOA President Cesar Cruz says “Through this 1st Green and Gold Tourism Fair, we put the focus on sustainable tourism and bring to the public carefully curated eco-cultural tourism products. We hope that with this, we are able to spark renewed interest in other tourism destinations that the Philippines has to offer and of course, raise our tourism revenue.” 

The event is sponsored by leading local airline Cebu Pacific.

Don’t book your trips just yet! Invite your friends and check out what deals await you in BGC and PHILTOA’s first-ever ‘Travel Street’ For the complete program, visit the official Facebook pages of PHILTOA at https://www.facebook.com/GreenandGoldTourism/ or BGC at https://www.facebook.com/bonifacioglobalcityph/ and https://www.facebook.com/BoniHighStreet/

2018 MIAS Plays “The Greatest Show From Hyundai”

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Hyundai Asia Resources Inc. (HARI), the Philippines’ official distributor of Hyundai passenger and commercial vehicles, is bringing “The Greatest Show From Hyundai” to this year’s Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) from April 5 to 8, 2018 at the World Trade Center.

MIAS is the biggest motor show in the country, which serves as a venue both for car buyers and car enthusiasts to witness the most-prized vehicles and latest technology from the country’s premiere auto makers.

Aside from participating in the MIAS, HARI is taking this chance to unveil The Greatest Show From Hyundai, a must-see spectacle scheduled on April 5, the opening day of the MIAS. This is composed of a series of heart-stopping performances dedicated to Hyundai’s Four Great Acts: the all-new Hyundai Veloster, the all-new Hyundai Santa Fe, the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid, and the new Hyundai Kona. These models have never been seen in the country before.

The Greatest Show From Hyundai is HARI’s way of going beyond the conventional car shows, as well as staying true to HARI’s “Beats Per Minute” creative handle. By incorporating performances from the heart-thumping Korean Buganda drumbeaters, Douglas Nierras’ Powerdance, and even one of the country’s rock music pillars, Jett Pangan of The Dawn, The Greatest Show From Hyundai is set to welcome MIAS eventgoers with a bang. These performances, aside from the pocket activities scheduled for the whole duration of the 4-day auto show, will surely make hearts beat faster with excitement since they were tailor-fit to let eventgoers further familiarize themselves with the different personas of Hyundai’s Four Great Acts. To top it off, MIAS-exclusive discounts and freebies will be offered to interested Hyundai car buyers, thus allowing them to pump up their drive and get more out of life.

HARI President and CEO Ms. Ma. Fe Perez-Agudo graciously served as the key performer in the “Greatest Show From Hyundai” by introducing the Four Great Acts. According to her, “We have gone beyond measuring the Revolutions Per Minute, for this is the real revolution: to boost your Beats Per Minute with excitement, to let you get more out of life, and to give more power to your very own beating heart.”

Meet the four new powerhouses from The Greatest Show From Hyundai, get discounts and even freebies by dropping by the Hyundai booth from April 5 to 8, 2018 at the 2018 Manila International Auto Show. Visit hyundai.ph or follow Hyundai Philippines’ Facebook for more updates.

BMW Brings Pure Exhilaration to MIAS 2018.

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Explore grander adventures and exclusive offers at the biggest industry-led motor show in the country.

SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. (SMCACDC), the exclusive importer and distributor of BMW in the Philippines, is set to open a world of exhilaration as it joins this year’s Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). MIAS will be home to the latest models from BMW and BMW Motorrad, as well as rare and iconic BMW automobiles and motorcycles, from April 5-8 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

“Under the theme ‘Work and Play,’ we are proud to host an especially curated exhibit of some of the best models from BMW at the Manila International Auto Show 2018,” says Maricar Parco, SMCACDC President. “The models that we will present truly embody not only this year’s concept, but also our promise of ‘Sheer Driving Pleasure’ in every journey.”

Visitors of MIAS are in for a visual feast as sought-after driving machines from BMW will be on display. The All-new BMW X3, the M division progeny BMW M2, the elegant four-door BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé, the BMW S 1000 RR superbike, the urban dwellers’ favorite BMW G 310 R, and the first-ever BMW G 310 GS are among the exclusive highlights that will fuel the excitement.

Taking center stage and pumping additional adrenaline to the event will be a showcase of the most powerful letter in the world, the BMW M. BMW will unite the rich heritage of the brand’s celebrated performance division with present day innovations in precision and agility.

The first success story of BMW in motorsport and dubbed as one of the best supercars ever made, the only BMW M1 in the Philippines, will make a rare appearance that shouldn’t be one to miss. This will be complemented by a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with one of the limited 200 units of the BMW M4 DTM Champion Edition, which imbibes the latest motor racing technology and unique design that render it track-ready and an exceptional collector’s item.

Apart from the slew of vehicles, guests will be able to unlock a dynamic experience when they visit the BMW Pavilion. A chance to win limited BMW gifts await the young and young at heart while they indulge in the exclusive BMW Lifestyle range, which will feature merchandise at special rates.

BMW is inviting everyone to discover exhilaration at MIAS 2018 from April 5 to 8 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

For more information on BMW at MIAS 2018, visit the official Facebook page of BMW Philippines (BMW.Philippines).

GAZ Group Unveiled Three New Models at MIAS 2018

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GAZ GROUP, a leading manufacturer of commercial vehicles in Russia, presented a wide range of commercial vehicles at the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS 2018). The company brought three new models to the Philippines: GAZelle NEXT chassis, GAZon NEXT and Sadko 4×4 medium-duty trucks. Already available in the market GAZelle NEXT minibus, GAZelle Next Citiline framed bus and Ural NEXT 6×6 heavy-duty trucks, shift bus and dumper, have been also presented at GAZ Group booths. All vehicles correspond to the Euro 4 eco-standard and are available in the Euro 5 standard.

The Manila International Auto Show is held every year and gathers under one roof the leading automobile brands presented in the Philippines. This year the event takes place on April 5-8 in World Trade Center Metro Manila exhibition center.

GAZ Group participates in the exhibition together with its local partners - Gazelle Motors Corp. a distributor of light commercial vehicles, and ConEquip Philippines Inc., a distributor of Ural vehicles.

“These units affirm GAZ Group’s commitment and interest to the Philippine market by initially introducing these vehicles out of its numerous line through Gazelle Motors,” Dr. Fernando L. Martinez, Gazelle Motors Chairman and Chief Executive, said.

He added, “These units demonstrate the versatility and flexibility of the vehicles produced by GAZ Group, as these vehicles could be configured to meet the different fleet requirements of local companies and industries as well as the comfortable and luxurious design preferences of individual customers.”

The GAZelle NEXT line is a line of light commercial vehicles combining excellent functionality and modern technical solutions. GAZelle NEXT vehicles are equipped with Cummins ISF 2.8L diesel engines. Engine displacement: 2.8 l, power: 150 hp, Maximum torque: 330 Nm.

GAZelle NEXT chassis is presented in a standard configuration with single-row cab. The NEXT base chassis allows to place over 300 special add-ons depending on business tasks. External parts of GAZelle NEXT cab are fully galvanized and treated with anticorrosion materials. Plastic side panels are installed on the vehicle. All joints and welds are protected with anticorrosion coatings and special sealants.

GAZelle NEXT minibuses can be effectively operated both as public transport (up to 17 passengers) and as corporate or tourist transport. The minibus design allows the transporting of passengers in comfort even if there are no vacant seats and passengers have to stand. Minibuses can be used to design various types of specialty vehicles, e.g.: public passenger transport, buses for transportation of disabled people, school buses, executive buses, airport shuttle buses.

GAZelle NEXT Citiline framed buses are noted for their shorter length and larger body width. Despite their small size, these buses can carry up to 19 passengers. Buses are equipped with comfortable passenger seats and handrails allowing passengers to move easily and safely along the interior. GAZelle NEXT Citiline buses have a large glass area.

In the hot summer months climate control systems with a dual-zone air conditioning and separate front and rear cooler control units, installed in GAZelle NEXT and GAZelle NEXT Citiline buses, provide a cool temperature inside the vehicles. Sliding windows and a hatch located on the roof ensure effective ventilation inside the passenger compartment.

GAZon NEXT is a new-generation medium-duty truck intended to transport cargoes both within the city and between cities. Vehicle load capacity is 5 tons, and gross weight is 8.7 tons. The vehicle is equipped with an efficient pneumatic brake system with disk brakes for front and rear wheels. Integral steering provides for high information capacity and good control upon the application of little effort on the steering wheel. The front suspension is equipped with extended springs, hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers and a stabilizer bar, thus providing a smooth and stable ride when driving at high speed. The cabin is made of galvanized steel, which has undergone double priming, while splashers and wheel arches are made of heavy-duty plastic, which provides a high level of protection against corrosion.

Simplicity of installing add-ons allows the creating of various modifications of special vehicles on the GAZon NEXT chassis, for example, dump trucks, multipurpose road maintenance vehicles, food and fuel storage tanks, repair cars and reach stackers. The vehicle is produced with two cabin versions: standard (3 seat) and double-row (seating for up to 7 passengers) as well as with two versions of the wheelbase – standard and extended. The vehicle is equipped with a YMZ-536 engine with 150 hp capacity and a 5-speed gearbox produced by the Yaroslavl Engine Plant.

Sadko all-wheel-drive medium-duty truck is well-known for its unique off-road qualities. The vehicle is popular among the armed forces of many countries, and resource and geology companies that operate in deserts, jungle and mountainous areas, to say nothing of forest and countryside regions. The vehicle is equipped with a powerful diesel engine, power steering, a comfortable two-seat cabin, easy-to-reach controls, a tire pressure control system and mechanically driven winch.

The Sadko vehicle chassis are widely used to place various special add-ons for a wide range of activities.

Two Ural NEXT all-wheel-drive medium-duty trucks with 6x6 wheel formulas are presented on a separate booth: shuttle bus and dump truck.

The Ural NEXT line is noted for the high reliability of assemblies and units, and its productivity and fuel efficiency. The vehicles are equipped with a YMZ-536 engine having 150 hp capacity and a 5-speed gearbox produced by the Yaroslavl Engine Plant. The engine is designed in accordance with the requirements of the Euro-4 emission standard.

Original frames with side rails made of alloy steel 10 mm thick are installed in Ural NEXT vehicles. The frame structure ensures a lower position of the dump platform for increased stability of the vehicle when driving in severe road conditions. Vehicle load capacity is also ensured by the structure of drive axles with hub-reduction final drive.

Transmission: mechanical, five-speed. Transfer box: mechanical, two-speed, with spur locking axle differential. All-metal front buffer with beveled cross section ensures improved “geometric” cross-country capacity of the vehicle when driving in severe road conditions.

These vehicles have a modern NEXT cabin, which provides ergonomics of the driver’s seat, as well as a high level of passive safety and convenient maintenance. Cabins are available in two versions: single-row cabin and a cabin with a berth. A cabin with a second row of seats will also be available in some modifications.

Ural NEXT all-wheel-drive shift bus is intended for transportation of people and working groups in off-road conditions. The vehicle is equipped with a flat body having right and left drop sides and a crane manipulator, making repair as well as loading and unloading operations convenient. The van body is made of insulated sandwich panels, and the compartment intended for transportation of people (8 passengers) is equipped with special seats and belts as well as an emergency escape and vent hatch. Ladder unit: positioned low for easy entry and exit of passengers. Side doors: with automatic lighting, passenger van windows: double-paned.

Ural NEXT all-wheel-drive dump truck is a multi-purpose vehicle to be used by utility service providers and at construction sites, as well as at large and small industrial enterprises. Various attachments can be placed on the chassis of this model. The total weight of the vehicles (without a trailer) amounts to 25 tons, which allows their use without exceeding the restrictions of technical regulations for loads on public roads.

Ural NEXT has a two-seat cabin with improved interior design, driver’s seat ergonomics, visibility and noise insulation. Driver’s and passenger seats: with pneumatic suspension. Cabin suspension: spring, with four shock absorbers, torsion-type transverse stabilizer. A mechanism with installed power steering is used in the steering control. The installed Hella optics is noted for its outstanding technical specifications and operational reliability.

GAZ Group (www.gazglobal.com) is one of Europe’s leading and Russia’s top producer of commercial vehicles, which exports to more than 40 countries worldwide. Group’s product portfolio includes light and medium-duty commercial vehicles, buses, heavy-duty trucks, powertrains, and car parts. GAZ Group is integrating into the international automotive industry through industrial partnerships with leading OEMs Volkswagen and Daimler. Motor vehicles produced by GAZ Group are powered by gasoline, diesel, gas or electric engines. The Company is engaged in the development of cutting-edge technologies such as vehicles with telematics, advanced driver assist systems (ADAS) and self-driving vehicles. GAZ Group operates 13 fully integrated production plants in Russia and has assembly facilities in Turkey and Kazakhstan.

Asia CEO Awards 2018 Media Launch

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Nominations are officially open for the 9th Asia CEO Awards 2018 May 1st. The deadline for nominations is midnight on Monday, September 3, 2018.

This was announced at the media launch held on April 25 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay city.

The Asia CEO Awards, organized by Rebecca Bustamante and Richard Mills, highlights Filipino excellence and world-class leadership through this premier celebration business success.

The prestigious line up of judgesare distinguished Economist Dr. Bernie Villegas; Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) Director General Charito Plaza; Former President of American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines Don Felbaum and; Ambassador of the Philippines to the United States Jose Cuisia; principal architect Jun Palafox; former Lifetime Contributor recipient Oscar Sanez;  former Secretary of Finance for the Philippines Cesar Purisima; and previously Managing Director of Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa for Convergys, Marife Zamora.

The role of the Asia CEO Awards has always been to bridge the public and private sectors, and to empower more Filipinos to help build the Philippines to become a first world nation. With the Build, Build, Build program and the nation’s enormous economic and business potential in mind, their role has become much more important this year. 

Thus, join the leading visionaries of the nation on October 16, 2018 at the country’s grandest event facility, the fabulous Marriott Grand Ballroom.  Let us unite with the elite of Asia at the Asia CEO Awards 2018 and together, Let’s Build This Country! 

Propel Philippines Launches DC Heroes-Inspired Drones and Teases on Star Wars-Inspired Drones

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Propel Philippines recently launched the DC-Heroes Inspired Hover Heroes and Batwing HD, and though the products were already available online and at some hobby stores, the media launch on April 17, 2018 at Builtable Co-Working Space along Shaw Boulevard was still a much-awaited event because not too many are still aware of its existence.

Why the interest? Where else could you find a very affordable drone, though more a toy than a precious gadget, that cost only less than 4K in pesos....and of course we are talking about the Batwing HD which is a drone shaped like the Batman's plane but has a 720p HD camera already.

The Hover Heroes with the images of Superman and Batman are more of the toy category with its simple up and down capability, and without any cameras too that's available for only 999 pesos, similarly priced to their previous micro-drones.

The Hover Heroes (Batman and Superman) motion-controlled helicopter-like flying superhero responds when you place your hand under the body of either the Superman or Batman image. It rises back up into the air when it detects an object underneath and hovers periodically when no object is detected. The two Hover Heroes have LED lights on their eyes and logo when flying.

Includes on/off remote and USB Charging cable. It comes with CR2032 lithium-metal battery and built-in lithium-ion battery, and measures approximately 6" x 2"

The palm-sized Batwing drone is with Propel's patented Switch-Blade technology allows you to operate in 3-ch or 4-ch modes for beginner to advanced pilots. It has built-in 6-axis gyroscope chip which keeps the Batwing HD extremely stable in all conditions.

It is also patented with Reverse Propulsion Technology where blades are attached underneath the drone to compromise with the Batwing design and flying experience.

Take videos and photos with the 720 HD pixels, 0.9 MP Camera.

It has push-button 360 degrees aerial stunt capability.

I guess Propel Philippines is targeting a different sector unlike those playing with the very expensive DJI models. I recently heard one owner who was all sad and weary because his drone fell in the ocean. That would surely hurt especially if its still almost new, and you have not fully used the gadget, well at least up to its warranty end.

But in the case of the Batwing HD drone, 4K is more of an acceptable loss. So newbies may want to use it as a practice drone so they would be expert in operating the real things when they can finally afford or ready to lose the more expensive ones.

Philip Lew, Consumer Experience Global Head

David Borden, Country Director

Shiela Mamaril, VP for Business Development

Philip Lew with Tsinelas King, Elmer Padilla

Shiela Mamaril with Tsinleas King Elmer Padilla

Jim Trinidad, Retail Officer

Retail Officer Jim Trinidad explains more about the Hover Heroes and the Batwing HD, and also demo a unit so we could see them in actual flight. We have a video interview with him below.

The heads of Propel PH, led by Philip Lew (Global Head of Consumer Experience), gave great news about their company and the acceptance of the consumers to their products. They also revealed an upcoming line-up as well where Star Wars images are used for their drones. Sadly, they don't come with cameras too but all Star Wars pop culture fans would surely eat up  the new offerings once they are announced available for purchase. Maybe even request for orders in advance.

Shiela Mamaril, VP for Business Development, also talked about the two new products from Propel PH.

Propel Country Manager David Borden gave information about how to become an affiliate as an additional way to earn out from promoting the Propel PH products.

We also had a surprise visit from Tsinelas King Elmer Padilla who gave the Propel Ph team a Batman image he made from slippers.

Congratulations Propel Philippines for another interesting product. Now that they are tapping into the pop culture icons like DC and Star Wars, I'm definite that fans of the respective hero line-ups would not miss the opportunity to make their products part of their collection. Sure enough, the Batman and Superman Hover Heroes and Batwing HD will be a valuable part of the fanaticism. The company should now actively participate in pop culture conventions so people could be aware and easily get a hold of their products.

I also took the Batwing HD for unboxing and trial during one of our out-of-town adventure but I'll post that on a separate blog. So stay tuned for it soon here at Wazzup Pilipinas.

Property Access: New Online Real Estate Platform for Easier and Straight-to-the-Point Transactions

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Property Access is a creation of real estate experts with the main objective of encouraging transactions using economic fundamentals. They offer unbiased and transparent  information among real estate developers, sellers, buyers, agents, practitioners and provide valuable information available in the market.

The online portal that provides listings, historical pricing, quality leads among property players in the space of residential asset classed would be also be actively participating in organizing or being part of conferences, exhibitions, and events.

Based from what the people from Property Access shared during the media launch held on April 19, 2018 at the Harlan + Holden Glass House located outside Rockwell Power Plant in Makati, the new real estate portal based in Singapore (or was it Japan) offers a better interface and technology behind it to make the buying, selling and leasing as cost-effective as possible - easier and less costly while maintaining the highest level of service among users (as stated from their company mission).

They go further with their mission statement as they say they would continually innovate new ideas and technology to provide accurate and updated information, skilled analysis and sound real estate evaluation. This is a statement that is similar to their company vision in order to achieve transparent and systematic real estate ecosystem.

They list down how they plan to implement their vision" 1. Provide urbanized property investment data and analysis, 2. Develop a technological platform through extensive research that will in return benefit users, and 3. Equally value their customer service as well as their sophisticated technology.

I tried to understand their technology by interviewing their Head of Technology but I guess it was too complicated for me....and maybe the language barrier made it more difficult.

Our video interview with Hiroki Kazato, Chief Executive Officer of Property Access, as well as with Kylie Versoza, Co-Managing Director of Property Access and Miss International 2016, also shared more notable information for those who are interested enough to try their property dealings on this newest online platform. We failed to interview the Managing Ditrector Regina Recio due to lack of time since we needed to go already for another event. But had a great chat with one of the Property Access founders, Shiela Baylon so we got more information and a bottle of sparkling wine for our table.

The Property Access website contains a very simple user-friendly and self-explanatory search bar that would help you start finding the real estate based on your specific needs. The site would also feature articles worth reading to give you not only the latest developments in real estate but as well as agent profiles that you can contact and assist you in securing your future.

Please refer to our video (unedited Facebook Live broadcast) interviews for more information: