Dec 1, 2017



Vivo, a young leading global smartphone brand, has been making waves in the country since it first hit in the Philippine market on March 29, 2016. Since its entry into the local scene, the topnotch brand has vied with other strong phone brands and has proven its developing dominion amongst Filipino smartphone enthusiasts.

Last September, Vivo launched the revolutionary V7+. The V7+ instantly proved itself to be an instant hit and the best accessory for any young, hip, and out-and-about individual in the country. Known as a selfie-centric phone, the V7+ perfects all shots for clearer selfies with its 24MP front-facing camera—an industry-first— with LED flash and smart photography algorithms provides for a clear-cut, crisp, and natural-looking photo. Impressive enough, in just a span of fewer than two years, Vivo has found a well-deserved spot in a highly-competitive global arena of mobile smartphones both locally and abroad because of its innovative line of phones that are easy on the pocket.



To maintain the top position in the technology and mobile phone arena, Vivo smartphone brand and one of Qualcomm's key partners has signed a memorandum of understanding worth 4 billion U.S. dollars with Qualcomm last November 9. The said memorandum strengthened Vivo and Qualcomm's technical partnership and patent sharing and will ensure that Vivo’s position on top in the smartphone industry will maintain its momentum. With the help of Qualcomm's optimized platforms, Vivo aims to stay faithful to its commitment of delivering innovative and technologies that are at the forefront in mobile photography, gaming, smart power saving, and many more. With the ever-changing and evolving technology in the realm of communications, Vivo is also working with Qualcomm on research and development in the biometrics space with the introduction of Vivo Under Display fingerprint scanning solution based on Qualcomm fingerprint sensors at the Mobile World Congress in July this year.

This said innovative solution did not disappoint and as such, Vivo plans to continuously work on other technologies, particularly 3D facial identification, palm prints, fingerprints, iris scanning and other biometric technologies, to improve the ease-of-use and security of mobile phone biometrics.

Moreover, with the emergence of 5G, Vivo is looking closely into the significance of human-computer interaction in the 21st-century world and has planned a series of collaborative initiatives to accelerate the formulation of 5G standards. In terms of the 5G SoC (System on Chip), Vivo will also share its many years of consumer market experience with Qualcomm to provide consumers with a better and more customized user experience.

Vivo has always heavily competed to stay as the leader in technology application and consumer insights. In order to fulfill this goal and its ambition to stay at the forefront of technology by working with global partners, Vivo, in October 20, officially headway into Hong Kong and faithful to its global expansion goal into the global market, Vivo will soon introduce their top-of-the-line products to Taiwan, Singapore and Russia, as their first foray into the European market, followed by a push into the African market in early 2018.

Visit the Vivo website at www.vivo.com/ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VivoPhil) for more details. 

Nov 14, 2017


Davao City's newest food destination is finally open to cater more food choices at SM Lanang Premier last weekend. From local comfort food to international cuisines, the SM Lanang Premier Food Hall will bring families and friends together to an exciting adventure of flavors.

Located at the 2nd level of the Northwing, it can accommodate over 350 customers. The walls are white and have good lighting from its floor-to-ceiling glass windows. I love their yellow tables because it compliments my food flatlays.























Follow SM Lanang Premier on social media for more updates here.

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Nov 13, 2017


The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus offer of Smart targets new iPhone subscribers who wants easy and light payment scheme who doesn’t want to shell out a big one-time cash-out. Subscribers only need to spend a minimal initial monthly service fee of P2,699 (Plan 1999 + 700 for the device) for the iPhone 8 and P2,999 (Plan 1999 + 1,000 for the device). The Smart iPhone Plans are for value seekers who wants to experience the new iPhone without breaking the bank.


Here are the top reasons to get the new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus from Smart:

If you’re looking to upgrade to the new iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus, with its stunning glass and aluminum design, more advanced dual 12-megapixel camera, and more powerful A11 Bionic chip, you should consider getting it from Smart:

1. Charge to bill. It’s easier to apply with Smart postpaid because you can charge the total plan inclusive of the device cost to your monthly bill. Payment of the Smart iPhone 8 and 8 Plus devices for plans 1499, 1999, 2499 and 2999 can be paid in easy 24 monthly payments versus a big one-time cash-out through the monthly postpaid bill. No need for a credit card. 

On the other hand, the competitor does not offer charge-to-bill and requires a big one-time device cash-out so you need to be ready with a Php 20,999 cash or through a credit card payment. 

2. Maximized iPhone features with more data. Smart gives you more data to optimize your new iPhone (1GB more than the competitor on hero offers). More open access data means better plan value and more reasons to enjoy your new iPhone and its features. On top of that, you'll enjoy free VAS/app that’s interchangeable monthly and that won’t eat up your monthly data volume allocation. Some favorite apps commonly used daily are unlimited data in volume. These apps are FB, FB Messenger, Waze, Whatsapp, Line, Viber

3. Lower handset cost. Smart offers the latest iPhones for so much less. You would just pay the monthly service fee after the device is paid up after 24 months (eg. You’ll pay only P1,999/month after 24 months.) 

4. Powered by fastest LTE. The new iPhone is best experienced with Open Signal’s fastest LTE Network. Smart continues to cover the country with LTE connectivity plus built-in all-net calls across all plans.

5. Gadget shield. Smart gives a one-month gadget shield for free against accidental damage or theft. Smart’s front liners will register you upon availment of the iPhone 8 plans.

You can now pre-order the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus at the Smart Online Store (store.smart.com.ph) and Smart Stores nationwide, and both will be available in stores on Friday, November 17.



Get to know more how Smart’s iPhone 8 offers, visit smart.com.ph/iPhone8.

Nov 3, 2017

Starbucks unveils their holiday featured cards, food and beverages, and the much-awaited 2018 yearly planners!

“We are very excited to introduce this year’s line-up of highly anticipated holiday beverages: the Christmas Tree Peppermint Dark Mocha, Vanilla Nougat Latte, and the returning, Toffee Nut Crunch Latte. These eye-catching, delicious and festive beverages will surely cheer up
everyone’s holidays,” said Jamie Silva, Starbucks Philippines category manager.

TOFFEE NUT CRUNCH LATTÉ

Toffee nut syrup is combined with velvety steamed milk, espresso shots and topped with whipped cream and crunchy toffee nut crunch toppings.

CHRISTMAS TREE PEPPERMINT DARK MOCHA

Decadent dark mocha is topped with green tea whipped cream and finished with glittering sprinkles of green and red candies, just like a Christmas tree when lit up.

VANILLA NOUGAT LATTÉ

Inspired by the classic nougat confection, this beverage is delicious with the rich taste of French vanilla (custard-like and slightly floral) and nougat notes. 

Starbucks stores will be brimming with items perfect for Christmas stockings. Gift-hunters can take their pick from the exclusive collection of curated merchandise, whole bean bags of the returning Starbucks Christmas Blend, and its Christmas tea pack, the Teavana Joyful Medley Tea.

The store’s savory and sweet menu will tickle the curiosity with food items like Roasted Turkey and Chicken with Bacon on Cranberry Bread, Truffle Brownie Cheesecake, and 17-layer Chocolate Crepe Cake. With such an extensive menu list, it seems that Starbucks will get your holiday feast covered too.









FEATURED STARBUCKS CARDS

HOLIDAY TREE & SNOWMAN CARD

Our yearly fan favorites depict wintery scenes using cool colors of silver, blues, and greens. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱300 per card.

MALIGAYANG PASKO CARD

Celebrate Christmas with the market exclusive Maligayang Pasko Card. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱300 per card.

2018 RED CUP CARD
This year
s Red Cup Card matches the physical Give Good
cup and merchandise, and comes with a red Kraft sleeve
carrier.
Available for an initial activation amount of
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per
card
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2018 RED CUP CARD

This year’s Red Cup Card matches the physical Give Good cup and merchandise, and comes with a red Kraft sleeve carrier. Available for an initial activation amount of ₱1,000 per card.

SPECIAL EDITION KAPE VINTA CARD

This special market exclusive card is inspired by the Starbucks Kape Vinta whole bean artwork. *Included in the 2018 Starbucks Planner. Activation amount: ₱300

Starbucks 2018 Yearly Planners

Starting November 2, you can start collecting stickers to get a Starbucks 2018 Planner. Terms and Conditions apply here.

WIN A STARBUCKS 2018 PLANNER FROM ME!


Just follow the instructions below:

1. Follow STEPS A - C to qualify.
A. Like my Facebook Fan Page - www.facebook.com/JexxHinggoOfficial
B. Like Starbucks Philippines Fan Page - www.facebook.com/StarbucksPhilippines
C. Share my blog "Starbucks Philippines unveils their 2018 Planner" on your Facebook timeline. Don't forget to set it in PUBLIC so I can check it.
    Link: http://www.jexxhinggo.com/2017/11/starbucksph2018planners.html
    

2. Share the Facebook Live Unboxing + Giveaway video on your Facebook timeline.
Tag 5 of your friends and invite them to join the giveaway. Don't forget to use the hashtags #StarbucksPH #JexxHinggo and set it in PUBLIC.
(Link: https://www.facebook.com/jexxhinggo/videos/vb.1231691862/10214453474670616/?type=3)

Remember to KEEP SHARING the Facebook Live video to INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING!

I will announce the winner on November 13, Monday. Good luck and happy holidays! :)

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