Jun 11, 2018

The newest Nokia phones just arrived in Davao City this month of May. The new Nokia 7 plus, Nokia 1, New Nokia 6, and Nokia 8110 4G was introduced to us last April 26 at SEDA Abreeza Hotel.
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It was with pure delight to see the new lineup of Nokia phones that are made durable and reliable to all users. Now, each new phone sets benchmarks in design and rich new features.

“HMD Global is proud to continue the story of Nokia mobile through the qualities that we first loved such as durability and innovation, designed to suit every need and style. As a key market, we are committed to building and strengthening our presence in Davao. We are optimistic that with the new generation of Nokia Android smartphones and our classic but highly upgraded feature phone, the Davaoeños will get the best mobile experience across all price points.” Shannon Mead, Country Manager of HMD Global Philippines.
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The flagship hero you can rely on

Designed to help users create stunning content, the Nokia 7 plus have the screen, power, design and features that make it a true hero of the Nokia smartphone range. Combining innovative optical hardware and imaging algorithms, the Nokia 7 plus captures moments in photos that are true to life.
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Nokia 7 plus Nokia 6 Nokia 7 Nokia 8810 Nokia 1 Jexx Hinggo
 Key Specifications:

  •  Networks: GSM: 850/900/1800/1900, WCDMA: Band 1, 2, 5, 8, LTE: Band 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41(Full band 41)
  •  Network speed: LTE Cat 6, 2CA, 300Mbps DL/50Mbps UL
  •  OS: Android 8.0 OreoTM
  •  Chipset: Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM 660 mobile platform
  •  RAM: 4 GB LPDDR 4
  •  Storage: 64 GB internal memory2 with MicroSD card slot3 (up to 256 GB support)
  •  Form factor: touch monoblock with on-screen keys
  •  Display: 6” IPS LCD full HD+ (2160 x 1080, 18:9), sculpted Corning® Gorilla® Glass, 403 ppi pixel density, 500 nits, 1:1500 contrast ratio, laminated and polarised
  •  Primary camera: 12MP, 1.4um f1.75, 2PD, ZEISS with dual-tone flash
  •  Secondary camera: 13MP, 1.0um, F2.6, ZEISS
  •  Front facing camera: 16MP FF 1.0um, F2.0, ZEISS
  •  Connectivity/sensors: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, BT 5.0, GPS/AGPS+GLONASS+BDS, NFC, USB type-C (USB 2.0), OTG, 3.5mm AV jack, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, accelerometer, e-compass, gyroscope, hall sensor, fingerprint sensor
  •  Battery: Integrated 3800mAh battery4 with USB type-C fast charging and 2-day battery life5
  •  Audio: Single speaker with smart amplifier, Nokia spatial audio capture with 3 mics
  •  Dimensions: 158.38x75.64x7.99 mm (9.55 mm with camera bump)
  •  Nano SIM

The Nokia 7 plus will be available in Black/Copper and White/Copper on April 27 and will retail for PHP 21,990.


A 4G smartphone for every Juan

The Nokia 1 is a breakthrough in accessible technology, delivering smartphone essentials with the reassuring quality that can be expected of a Nokia phone and a refreshingly familiar design to fans around the world. Giving more people access to technology, the phone comes with Android Oreo™ (Go edition), a version of Android optimized for devices with 1GB RAM or less.
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Nokia 7 plus Nokia 6 Nokia 7 Nokia 8810 Nokia 1 Jexx Hinggo
Key Specifications:
  •  Networks: GSM: 850/900/1800/1900, WCDMA: Band 1, 5, 8, LTE: Band 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40
  •  Network speed: LTE FDD/TDD up to 150Mbps DL and up to 50Mbps UL
  •  OS: Android OreoTM (Go edition)
  •  Chipset: MediaTek MT6737M Quad Core 1.1GHz
  •  RAM: 1 GB LPDDR3 RAM
  •  Storage: 8 GB eMMC internal memory4 with MicroSD card slot5 (support up to 128GB)
  •  Display: 4.5-inch FWVGA IPS
  •  Primary camera: 5MP FF with LED Flash
  •  Front facing camera: 2MP FF
  •  Connectivity/Sensors: 802.11 b/g/n, GPS/AGPS, Bluetooth 4.2, Micro USB 2.0, 3.5mm AV jack, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, g-sensor
  •  Battery: Removable 2150mAh battery6
  •  Audio playback file formats: 3G2, 3GP, AAC, AMR, M4A, MKV, MP3, MP4
  •  Dimensions: 133.6x67.78x9.5mm
  •  FM radio
  •  Nano SIM
The Nokia 1 is now available in Warm Red and Dark Blue for PHP 4,290.


Built to last, the award-winning phone just got even better

Building on the success of its predecessor, the new Nokia 6 packs even more powerful performance and great new features in a more compact, durable body. Over 60% faster than its award-winning predecessor, it now offers enhanced Dual-Sight, ZEISS optics, USB-C fast-charging, a more compact screen-to-body ratio, Nokia spatial audio and pure, secure and up-to-date Android Oreo™.
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Key Specifications:
  •  Networks: GSM: 850/900/1800/1900, WCDMA: Band 1, 2, 5, 8, LTE: Band 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 (Full band 41)
  •  Network speed: LTE Cat. 4, 150Mbps DL/50Mbps UL
  •  OS: Android 8.0 OreoTM
  •  Chipset: Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM 630 mobile platform
  •  RAM/Storage variants: 3 GB LPDDR 4 RAM with 32 GB internal user memory2 or 4 GB LPDDR 4 RAM with 64 GB internal user memory2 both variants available with MicroSD card slot3 (up to 128 GB support)
  •  Form factor: Touch monoblock with on-screen keys
  •  Display: 5.5” IPS LCD full HD (1920 x 1080, 16:9), sculpted Corning® Gorilla® Glass, 403 ppi pixel density, 450 nits, laminated, 1500:1 contrast ratio
  •  Primary camera: 16MP PDAF / 1.0um / F2.0, dual-tone flash, ZEISS optics
  •  Front facing camera: 8MP FF, 1.12um / F2.0 / FOV 84 ̊
  •  Connectivity & sensors: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, BT 5.0, GPS/AGPS+GLONASS+BDS, FM/RDS, USB type-C (USB 2.0), OTG, 3.5mm, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, accelerometer, e-compass, gyroscope, hall sensor, fingerprint sensor, NFC
  •  Battery: Integrated 3000mAh battery4
  •  Audio: Single speaker with smart amplifier, Nokia spatial audio capture with 2 mics
  •  Dimensions: 148.8x75.8x8.15 mm (8.6 mm with camera bump)
  •  Nano SIM
The new Nokia 6 with 4GB RAM / 64 GB ROM configuration in Blue/Gold color blend will be available starting May 14 for PHP 15,990.


Slide to talk with the newest member of the Originals family

Reloading the legendary Nokia 8110, this 4G feature phone comes complete with the elegantly curved slider design. Giving you the chance to switch off, have fun and relax with the knowledge that all your smartphone essentials are there when you need them.
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Key Specifications:
  •  OS: Smart Feature OS (Powered by KaiOS vw.5)
  •  CPU: MSM8905 Dual Core 1.1 GHz
  •  Storage: 512MB RAM, LPDDR3 4GB eMMC, MMC up to 32GB
  •  Display: 2.4" QVGA display, curved screen
  •  Camera: 2MP rear camera
  •  Connectivity / Sensors: SIM 1 Micro, SIM 2 Nano SIM (for DS only), Micro USB 2.0, 3.5mm AV Jack; Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi: WLAN IEEE 802.11 b/g/n; Location: GPS/AGPS
  •  Battery: 1500mAh
  •  Audio: FM Radio / Audio Playback file formats: AAC, AMR, Mp3, MIDI, Vorbis
  •  Dimensions: 133.5 x 49.3 x 14.9 mm
The Nokia 8110 4G will be available in Black and “Banana” Yellow starting May 14 and will retail for PHP 3,990.


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Press Release from Rochelle Rivera from BrandComm Asia Inc.

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Jun 5, 2018

The summer isn't just over yet as Starbucks launches their newest Frappuccino to help you cool down this June. Starting June 5, Starbucks revealed their newest non-coffee summer ice blended beverages with creamy flavors that you will surely love this summer.

Pistachio Bon Bon Cream Frappuccino Milk Tea Panna Cotta Cream Frappuccino Starbucks Philippines Jexx Hinggo

PISTACHIO BON BON CREAM FRAPPUCCINO

If you love Pistachio ice cream, then this one's for you! Featuring a blend of ground pistachio nuts with decadent chocolate sauce, this beverage is topped with fluffy whipped cream and a sprinkle of crunchy pistachio and waffle bits.
Pistachio Bon Bon Cream Frappuccino Starbucks Philippines Jexx Hinggo
PISTACHIO BON BON CREAM FRAPPUCCINO® BLENDED BEVERAGE
Tall –₱165 | Grande ₱180 | Venti–₱195

MILK TEA PANNA COTTA CREAM FRAPPUCCINO

Starbucks is re-imagining the familiar milk tea flavor. With each sip of the Starbucks® Milk Tea Panna Cotta Cream Frappuccino comes a true textural delight. The smooth and delicious layer of panna cotta complements the authentic black milk tea ground from premium tea leaves. The beverage is finished with whipped cream and a light dusting of fine black tea powder.
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MILK  TEA  PANNA  COTTA  CREAM FRAPPUCCINO®  BLENDED  BEVERAGE
Tall  –₱165  |  Grande  ₱180  |  Venti–₱195

STARBUCKS COLD BREW RETAIL PACK IS BACK

I haven't tried the Cold Brew yet but I'm pretty sure I will like this because you can craft this any time at home. You just have to put the packs inside a large pitcher, pour 1L of cold water, and let it steep for 24 hours in the fridge. Remove the packs and add 3 cups cold water to pitcher and serve it with ice. This coffee has lower acidity and has 70% Colombian and 30% African beans for a smooth and chocolaty taste.

Starbucks Philippines Cold Brew Retail Pack Jexx Hinggo


FEATURED STARBUCKS REWARDS CARD FOR JUNE


TOUCAN MINI CARD

Feel that summer vibe with this Toucan Mini Card. Get this for an initial amount of P500. This is available on June 5 with a purchase limit of 2 cards per customer per day.

Starbucks Philippines Toucan Mini Card Jexx Hinggo


FATHER'S DAY CARD

Here's a great gift idea for Father's Day. Get this for P500 with a limit of 2 cards per customer per day.

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Treat yourself with these creamy delights and #GetTheFeels this summer only in Starbucks.



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Press release from Starbucks Philippines

May 30, 2018


It's that time of the year again! Summer will never be complete without SummerFrolic in Mati! Every year, party-goers are excited to take part of the best music festival in Davao region. On their 5th year, expect a unique theme and best line up of local and international DJ's.

Summerfrolic is a 2-day music festival celebrated at Dahican Beach, Mati, Davao Oriental. It was founded in April 2014 to celebrate good music and the beautiful beaches in Mati. The event is to help promote the tourism of Davao Oriental and to help indigenous people get access to free surgical services. This is in a partnership of FrolicFox Productions with HALAD Mission Group Foundation and La-ne's Corporation.

I was able to join their first event and it was the most memorable music festival I have ever experienced. They have the best stage set up, the best DJ lineup, and it's near the beach. You can choose to chill or rave without going anywhere else. It was even better when we went last year with a bigger stage and great DJ's. This year's theme is "Chromium Utopia" and I am sure people will be raving about it.

SUMMERFROLIC 2014


SUMMERFROLIC 2017


WATCH MY VLOGS FROM SUMMERFROLIC 2017





Cebu Pacific is the official airline partner of SummerFrolic this year. If you are outside Davao, you can book affordable flights to Davao with Cebu Pacific to experience SummerFrolic. Either it's your first time or not, you'll definitely have a good time.



BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Limited tickets are available at these outlets:
- Happy Lemon, Gaisano Mall The Peak, JP Laurel Avenue, Davao City (10am - 8pm)
- Rm 505, Davao Doctors’ Medical Tower, Davao City (Mon-Fri - 9am - 12nn, 3pm-5pm)
- La-ne’s Kan-anan, Bonifacio Street, Mati City (8am - 9pm)

They also accept bank deposit, please contact Jean for more information: +639777684639





May 28, 2018

Samsung Galaxy A6 and A6+ Jexx Hinggo

Fans of Samsung mobile phones are raving about the new Samsung Galaxy A6 and A6+ and they can't wait for their debut in the Philippines on June 9, 2018. The sleek, stylish, and power-packed Samsung phones showcase superb image capturing features.

Both the A6 and A6+ comes with Samsung's near bezel-less infinity display and Super AMOLED screen. These combine seamlessly with its chic and full-metal unibody case.

Check the specification sheet of the Galaxy A6 and A6+ below

MODEL NAME
Galaxy A6+
Galaxy A6
SRP
PHP 22,990
PHP 16,490
LAUNCH
June 9, 2018
June 9, 2018
DESIGN
"Infinity" display, full-metal unibody
"Infinity" display, full-metal unibody
DISPLAY
SIZE
6.0" FHD+ "Infinity"
sAMOLED
5.6" HD+ "Infinity"
sAMOLED
RESOLUTION
2220 x 1080
720x1480
Dimension
Size
160.2 x 75.7 x 7.9 mm
149.9 x 70.8 x 7.7 mm
Weight
191g
162g
PROCESSOR
Qualcomm SDM450
OctaCore 1.8GHz
Exynos 7870
OctaCore 1.6GHz
MEMORY
RAM
4GB
3GB
INTERNAL
32GB
32GB
mSD
up to 256GB
up to 256GB
CAMERA
FRONT
24MP (F1.9)
w/ front flash
16MP FF (F1.9)
w/ front flash
REAR
16MP AF (F1.7)
+ 5MP FF (F1.9)
16MP AF (F1.7)
OS
Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Android 8.0 (Oreo)
BATTERY
3500 mAh
3000 mAh
CONNECTIVITY
4G LTE
4G LTE
OTHERS
Dolby Atmos, Bixby Vision/Home/Reminder
Fingerprint Scanner
Face Recognition
Dolby Atmos, Bixby Vision/Home/Reminder
Fingerprint Scanner
Face Recognition
SIM TYPE
3 Slots (Dual Sim Slot + Micro SD)
3 Slots (Dual Sim Slot + Micro SD)
CHARGING PORT
Micro USB
Micro USB



Both the A6 and A6+ are available in a classic black. The A6 also comes in gold, and the A6+ has a blue colour option.

“The newest Galaxy A6 and A6+ are designed to stand out,” says Nico Gonzales, Marketing Manager for Core Smartphones. “The rich features and look of the phone, plus the benefits you get through the Samsung Members App, make it the perfect companion for those who create and define the trend."

The suggested retail price of the Galaxy A6 is P16,490 while the Galaxy A6+ is at P22,990.

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To know more, you can visit the Samsung Galaxy Studio located in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig or visit facebook.com/SamsungPH or log on to samsung.com/ph.


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Press Release from Pao Oga from the EON Group

May 20, 2018

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo

If you are looking for an affordable hotel during your quick business or leisure trip in Davao City, you should consider Home Crest Hotel. They are the best-value hotel in Davao that is located near SM City Davao and Overland Transport Terminal. They offer excellent services and amenities for all travelers with very accommodating staff.

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I stayed in their Deluxe Room for one night and all I did was to relax and enjoy the weekend. I had a rough week at work and we organized an event at Eden Nature Park a day before, so I guess I deserved that staycation.

I checked in at 2 PM and was greeted by a smiling hotel guard and staff at the door. They were accommodating and I even had a little chitchat with their receptionists. They made me feel welcomed and didn't have a hard time getting my keys, breakfast buffet stub, and WiFi passwords that last for 23 hours.

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo

When I entered the room, I felt cozy and I just want to jump off the bed and lie there for hours. I like the combination of brown and white colors of the room. They don't have many designs in the room which I like. It looks clean and relaxing at the same time.

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room

The Deluxe Room has a refrigerator, air-condition, cable TV, and a workstation.

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room

The bed is firm enough to get a good and comfortable sleep. You don't feel like you're sinking and it's not too high. It has 4 big pillows too!

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room

It has its own bath with hot and cold handheld and rain showerhead set. The bathroom has free shampoo, bath gel, dental kits, and lotion. I had 2 clean and fluffy towels on top of the rack and I love the wall-mounted magnifying mirrors.

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room

The best part of Home Crest Hotel is that they are near SM City Davao. It's about a 2-minute walk distance from the hotel. So you can shop, watch a movie, or dine without taking a cab. It's also near a cake shop, restaurants, banks, convenience store, spa, and even the beach! You'll get to enjoy everything without taking too much of your time traveling.

Later that night, I was able to shoot a video for my next vlog because I don't know what to do next. Haha! I grabbed some popcorn and soda at the convenience store and watched all my vlogs on the TV with my flash drive. Yes, you can do it too! :)

I had a great sleep I almost did not catch the free breakfast buffet. I went to their restaurant downstairs called CENA to fill my tummy with good food. I wasn't able to take pictures of the food I ate because it was almost 10 AM. They served bread, 2 kinds of cooked rice, 2 viands, corn soup, a pasta, salad, and some sweets. I actually expected a lot of food choices but that was enough for me.

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo CENA Modern Bistro

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo CENA Modern Bistro

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo CENA Modern Bistro

Will blog more about CENA Modern Bistro soon.

So far I enjoyed my stay at Home Crest Hotel. It's good for business trips or a quick visit to Davao City. They have function rooms, meeting rooms, and a grand ballroom for your big events. One thing I should mention is that they don't have a pool and a gym but you'll get to enjoy that from the establishments nearby.

Home Crest Hotel Davao Jexx Hinggo Deluxe Room CENA Modern Bistro


HOME CREST HOTEL

Location: Tulip Drive corner Walnut Drive, Ecoland, Davao City
Contact Number: (082) 297 7777
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homecresthotel/
CENA Modern Bistro: https://www.facebook.com/cenamodernbistro/

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May 1, 2018

Get these limited and customized Frappuccino blended beverages for only P100 for a Grande size on Wednesdays at Starbucks! Promo Period is on Wednesdays of May from 3PM to 6PM only.


MAY 2 | MATCHA HAZELNUT FRAPPUCCINO

Your favorite Green Tea Frappuccino® is infused with sweet and buttery Hazelnut syrup to create a popular combination of flavors! Whipped cream and a dash of matcha powder complete this drink.


MAY 9 | ALMOND JELLY CREAM FRAPPUCCINO

Aromatic Almond syrup blended with milk and over our signature coffee jelly cubes make a light and refreshing Frappuccino® drink. This beverage is finished with whipped cream for just the right amount of creaminess.


MAY 16 | STRAWBERRY CUPCAKE CREAM FRAPPUCCINO

Frappuccino chips dense with chocolate and coffee taste are blended into Vanilla Frappuccino then mixed with sweet-tangy strawberry sauce for the perfect pink indulgent beverage! Toppings of whipped cream and strawberry sauce make this an Instagram-ready drink.


MAY 23 | BUTTERBEER FRAPPUCCINO

Caramel lovers, rejoice! Caramel and Toffee Nut syrup blended into coffee Frappuccino® make a delectable concoction. Buttery-sweet caramel drizzle toppings contrast beautifully with the vanilla notes of regular whipped cream.

MAY 30 | CANDYMINT FRAPPUCCINO

You can never go wrong with chocolate, mint and coffee. Our classic Mocha Frappuccino® with extra chocolate flavor is infused with mint syrup for a splash of cool, complementing the intense coffee notes of this drink. Chocolate drizzle over regular whipped cream lend more chocolaty goodness to this beverage.

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