The realme 14 Pro + 5G Takes Serious Photos, Water Test Approved

This one (realme 14 Pro + 5G) takes serious photos. (Looks nice even on lower size and FB compression)

Aside from the fact that this is endorsed by the lovely Kathryn Bernardo, there's actually a lot more to the new realme 14 Pro+ 5G. I was able to experience handling this phone for a few weeks, and by far, it's a promising one that's quite serious with photos. 

 I'm saying this from experience, they took us to a far flung resort in Rizal to take a real world test of what the phone can do. Needless to say, I got really good photos... but honestly, I wasn't surprised because I saw the brand they used for the triple cameras, all SONY. I've been a photographer for years now, and I've seen a lot of folks in the industry who's handled pro cameras with lenses from the same corp. Images come out sharp with true colors, so I'm expecting the same with this smartphone. Although I artistically want a more saturated output, photos from it are good without edits. It's something folks would wish on their phones, and they're pretty good at it overall, as a brand. I also carry a realme 12 which I personally use for videos, and swear by its capability to shoot on HD. This realme 14 Pro + 5G definitely shows improvement over that, anyone would love improvements right?

The realme 14 Pro + 5G also has something that wasn't being done in the previous phones, the capability to withstand water splashes, we tested that out too. Check out this unboxing video and water test we did with it.

The thing is, the marble looking version of this handset (Pearl White) has the capability to change colors according to temperature. Sure enough, when we poured cold water from a borrowed phone of that variant, it showed blue veins all over the back. The Black Suede version that I had is more muted, something that I'd want if I didn't want to stand out too much. I like that they gave us options. 

 

This phone also has a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor. This makes it capable of doing even more CPU and GPU work plus AI. AI is quite useful these days both for editing photos and automation purpose. If you're also a gamer and want other work done on your phone, this makes it possible to do that. Overall, you'll love this handset if you're a casual gamer or use it mostly for social meda, a little work and daily abuse. If you are a little adventurous, the phone can withstand usual wear and tear, plus water as indicated by standards. It also carries a huge battery, 6000mAh, it can last a day and a few more hours plus charge fast with the proprietary SUPERVOOC charge that realme carries.

They have promos going on for this model on TikTok and Shopee, so if you're planning to get this phone, you better act fast (as it only is limited and subject to availability, some realme Watch S2 I heard). It costs Php 19,499 and is now available in the Philippines. Would you love a realme 14 Pro + 5G? I'm sure I would!

Summit Supports Athletes through #ThirstForGold

What's common between Olympic Gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz, Olympic Pole Vaulter Ernest John Obiena and the powerful Philippine Women's National Football Team (called Filipinas)? Do you know? Neither do I. Well don't fret as they've figured it out last April 26th when they and water brand Summit Natural Drinking Water forged a partnership for one common goal, to support athletes going to the SEA Games together with the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC). This is their #ThirstForGold

Hidilyn is currently working hard as she makes the impossible happen and take that next Olympic gold in Paris, France. She's done that in Tokyo, so for sure, there will be challenges when other countries try to step it up in the next Olympiad. Same with EJ Obiena as he's planning to conquer the podium finish after missing a couple tournaments because of his COVID-19 sickness a few weeks ago. He's won several of them and it would be a cherry on top if he gets strikes Gold in the Olympics, as he's done remarkable job in the SEA Games in Vietnam, winning Gold for the country. Our football stars the Filipinas on the other hand fell short for the gold, but got Myanmar beat by scoring twice in the last 3 minutes, a feat to get us in the podium with a Bronze after 37 long years. Now, they're back in the country busy preparing for the Women's World Cup that the country will be hosting together with Australia on 2023. Exciting? Yeap! The future certainly looks bright when support comes in Philippine sports.

Summit also partnered with social fitness app Liv3ly to further support Filipino athletes and sports enthusiasts. It'll keep you interested in different sports activities, give you goals and some prizes you wouldn't have in others. Sounds fun? Try it out on the Google Play store as it's free for download today.

Here's Great Gift Ideas as Cherry Mobile Joins the Shopee 6.6 Midyear Sale

The Shopee 6.6 Midyear Sale is so near I can smell the free shipping, discounts, vouchers and coins I'll be earning this whole week. I bet you're currently looking for something to give your husband, boyfriend, special someone this month so I'd like to recommends a few things to make things easier.

Our friends from Cherry Mobile are offering different lifestyle and mobile gadgets on this event so let's start off with something useful. If you're looking for a gift for someone athletic, needs water all the time but usually don't religiously follow a schedule for it, Cherry has this 32 ounce Cherry Flask.

You can buy the Cherry Flask HERE and use the free shipping vouchers or discounts so you can save on your purchase. It comes in a variety of colors and is good for those who work out, in the office, or just about any outdoorsy stuff you do these days.

For those who need to take care of their teeth, Cherry Home official store has this Cherry Sonic Electric Toothbrush which you can use everyday so you don't have to get tired of brushing your teeth. It turns off automatically, has 3 brush modes, battery indicator, memory function, waterproof and lasts 30 days on battery. Get them HERE if you prefer this toothbrush.

If you often go out and use mobile phones and gadgets, you need a dependable powerbank and they've got this! It's a Love Marie Collection 5000mAh Powerbank that only costs Php 399. If you use discount vouchers and free shipping during the sale, it'll be much cheaper to get one. Best of all, it's fashionable because of Heart Evangelista's collaboration with Cherry Mobile Philippines from a couple years back. You can get the powerbank HERE if you need to!

For those who need to level up their entertainment center in their living room, check out Cherry Mobile PH's Cherry Echo Sound Bar. It's got high frequency range, a 3.4mm jack, 10 meter bluetooth range, 10W output power that can handle your entertainment needs at home or at play. Get it HERE if you want or need one because I've seen it perform in my shower recently. It was a party!

These are in different price points and for ease of transaction, go download the Shopee app on Google Play or the App Store because you can get them cheaper there than anywhere else. They also have great customer service if ever you need to do returns or refunds, they guarantee things sold in official stores which is so good in my books!

MARITES ALLEN Does the Lowdown on Year of the Water Tiger

Spent a few hours at the Marites Allen 2022 Feng Shui Forecast livestream last December 26 and 27. A lot of feng shui aficionados, followers from the Philippines and around the world joined in the fun online, the second instance this happened because of the pandemic. Ms.Marites Allen and her crew shot it all entirely in London, entitled “Roar with Confidence in the Year of the Water Tiger”.

It's been 60 years since the last Water Tiger year happened and during the event, Ms. Allen took time explaining lucky directions for home, the workplace and what to do if you are of a specific zodiac sign this 2022. She shares how water based industries should explore new markets in order to grow. This could be things associated with martime, transport, food and shipping. Also included are ports and rivers, things that have something to do with technologies and businesses that delve in water can look forward to bigger gains specifically this year.

There will be a lot of things happening specifically with countries transitioning to a wider utilization of digital wallets, electronic banking and cryptocurrencies. You can also use enhancers to activate goodness in unlucky directions. You must also be aware that this could be a dismal year for Monkeys. Although this looks so good for Tigers, Dragons, Horse and Dogs. Signs of Rat, Ox, Snake, Rabbit, Sheep, Rooster and Boar though should take it easy and just proceed with caution everytime they need to deal with things. You may visit www.frigga.com.ph  or www.frigga.co.uk if you want to know more about it and purchase auspicious Frigga fashion items that can make this year even better for you.

Come "Roar with Confidence in the Year of the Water Tiger" from Feng Shui Queen Marites Allen

To say that I'm guided is an understatement especially when I've had the pleasure of knowing Ms. Marites Allen. This year is special for Earth Horses like me who have undoubtedly weathered a lot these past few years, and now becoming more, shall I say LUCKY?

You too may have the pleasure of knowing what your fortune is during the Year of the Water Tiger (2022) through Marites Allen's 2022 Feng Shui Forecast. The event is entitled "Roar with Confidence in the Year of the Water Tiger" and will be held this coming December 26 at 6PM (times below for other territories). You may get tickets through Eventbrite, the official Frigga website, KTX.PH and ticket2me.net. I've attended previous ones and I am so excited to know straight from Ms Marites the stories that changed our lives in 2021. She also takes time to explain things, in lay man's terms so we would understand how we could have better times this year.

You can be guided and grow, aside from that, Frigga will showcase their latest products so you can mix fortune with fashion, something that Ms. Marites Allen has fabulously done throughout the years. You have to make your year work for you, enhance it with things that can help. Ms Marites always give practical advise, and honestly, I've seen a lot of people do this, but she's different. If you want to take matters in your own hands, take note of the schedule and listen to her on this date. It'll change the way you see Feng Shui, and keep it classy.

Experience this all on the event, see you there!

AQUAFINA with Pia Wurtzbach Says The Best Begins Now

Sat down at Glorietta 2's activity area for AQUAFINA's Best Begins Now event. I was in the midst of radio dj's from Magic 89.9 and Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach for a one of a kind talk because they didn't want this generation to wait in order to achieve their dreams, they want you to do it NOW.

SAM YG and Suzy from Magic 89.9 teaching the ropes about hosting.

Chefs, Queens Pia and Michelle, Francis Libiran and Jonas Gaffud

They shared their experience in food styling, pageantry, how to build confidence and fashion design. It's sharing how to be the best version of themselves.

Pia says "I always think of what's next, acting in ABSCBN, writing a book, all things that are new to me after going through a lot."

These experts spent time talking about hosting, personality development, beauty, content creation and in a general sense to be the best version of themselves. They know this generation has lots of potential and they don't want you to waste time. 

After all, everyone has the best version of themselves right? Go start working on it now!


How's that for a bottle of water!?

SIREN Shows on Blue Ant Entertainment

I remember the Sirens on Pirates of the Carribean movie a few years back. It didn't completely include them in the story but seeing weird creatures (whom I thought were cute little mermaids) attacking them at sea, and I knew exactly who they were because I did Dungeons and Dragons when I was in my teens (a few days ago LOL). Anyway, people from Freeform Network found this interesting and created their own backstory. To tell that it's interesting is actually downplaying it, because during the advanced screening, we got to see how they can legitimately introduce interesting creatures and put them in the forefront. Ahh, then we saw how vicious they can be under water. Want to know how they fare?

Let's just say when they see the need to, they can act like humans and walk amongst us. There have been rumors in Bristol Cove of sightings in the beginning, then tales of interaction, townsfolk became heroes, talks of romance, but are the stories real?

This is what you'll find out on June 4 at 9:45PM on Blue Ant Entertainment (check your local cable operator for schedules). They will also be doing shows from NBCUniversal and Disney titles soon, so in a way, this is just the beginning!

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The Biggest Waterpark in Asia: Kamia Bay Resort Palawan

Nothing beats a watermark than a fat face that's already in a photo hahahaha!

A vacation in Palawan probably would mean El Nido, Coron, or that Underground River adventure that most tourists actually go to. A little known fact is, there are actually superb places you can go to just a little outside of Puerto Princesa City. A few only know about it but hopefully, that’s about to change. Really, there’s MORE things in Palawan that people should know about.

This is our second day here, woke up early to travel about 30-45 minutes away from Puerto Princesa City proper. The reason being, KAMIA Bay Resort in Palawan. It’s located at Baranagay Luzviminda along Binunsalian Bay. It’s a rarely new property being developed as an adventure sanctuary housing the BIGGEST Aquapark structure in Asia complete with a 30 and 40 foot slide in a stretch of 3,800 square meters of a floating island that sits a few kilometers away from Honda Bay.

One side of Kamia Bay Resort where the whole thing stretches.

Now imagine the possibilities, the various things you could do here with your friends and family. You could go on this vast course traversing through a multitude of floating islands, air filled trees, big and small tubes, jumping points, a trampoline, and slides like small mountains on sea. Tumble and leap off of platforms with ease and without worries as they’ve got expert lifeguards on stand by at every part of the floating ark.

Aside from the nice course, they’ve also got a moderately designed bike course which would take you in and around the property. They also have pavillions and small huts so whether you’re a company or just a small family, you can take refuge in it during lunch or dinner, or house your belongings during day trips in fact. They also have Eco tours which you can take for your land lovin friends if the floating island would be too much. But here's a glimpse on how fun this whole trip was courtesy of the Aloha Palawan Facebook page!

 

The thing is, it’s also quite affordable. You can do Aquaplay for Php 788 which includes an hour of the Aquapark, an Ecotour and buffet lunch or go for the Php 1,488 for Unlimited time in it. They also have options for roundtrip transfers if you want it to be more convenient. We highly suggest you do what we did and start the adventures very early. You will be briefed for your own safety and if you prefer a little grip, they have specialized water shoes for rent so it’ll be easier for you to run around in your bikinis.

Take a nice dip, or simply lounge at their lovely villa huts.

Heck I won’t be selfish to share with you how fun it was. I also got to taste the cuisine prepared for us by the Chef who manages all the food establishments in their other properties. Check out my adventures at Kamia Bay Resort!

It was pretty hard to leave that place after the fun I had with new friends. I got to know more of them and how a family built this resort. It looks promising that they can host guests during day time and perhaps soon, they’ll have some villas for people to stay in. They also currently have a haven for artists which they house in a secluded part of their resort which they deem would be a way to “pay back” the community and the country with “culture”.

For dinner, we freshened up at the hotel first then dressed up a bit. We went to Princesa Garden Resort and Spa which was near the Puerto Princesa International Airport. We walked a bit inside and off to the shore for their Asian themed restaurant called GOLDEN ELEPHANT which was on stilts. It was very romantic, I felt bad that I was single and had to see all the couples who were there. The food was also exquisite as you may have seen on the video, you just want to stay there the whole night. Albeit friendly to families, I would recommend this mostly for pairs who would want some quiet time. It felt right, I want to go back there and bring someone to propose haha!

Anyway, it was all part of a super happy day for me to just experience what Puerto Princesa City and it’s nearby towns had in store for travelers - and those who just want to have a nice relaxing vacation. I loved every bit of it.

If you want to go to Kamia Bay Resort, simply search for them at Facebook and message them. They can make arrangements for large groups and family. Same goes for Princesa Garden Resort and Spa which has rooms and spa services too. It’s easy because everything should be hassle free, make sure you make your own vacation stress free!

AQUAFINA Launch with Pia Wurtzbach

If you normally see this in shelves of convenience stores, gas stations and groceries in the US, South American or European countries, then you're lucky. We don't have this in the Philippines yet so when their launch happened a few days ago, I knew it was going to be big. 

Yes ladies and gentlemen, AQUAFINA, the world's best selling water brand is now in the Philippines.

Ms. Melai Javier of PepsiCo says "We know you want quality and credibility even with bottled water. Now it's time Filipinos experience pure water from Aquafina. Each person is best at what they do, Aquafina prides itself to be the best selling water brand in the world and in a way, we want to inspire you to become your best self! We also know we need to be represented by not just the best in the world, but by the universe so we got Ms. Pia Wurtzbach as our endorser."

Pia knows how to stand out, to persevere and become the universe's best. She also had us in small interviews, I think I did absolutely awesome in the video they showed that evening. I cringed but when they applauded it felt like a certain boost to my ego, I wasn't even thinking about what I was saying that time but it felt good. Haha!

Now you can get these bottles in supermarkets nationwide. Get them for Php10-Php24 SRP. Go to Facebook.com/aquafinaph for more information. 

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Piolo Pascual Endorses LIVINGWATER on their 13th Year

It's been 13 years since they've set up shop and now they've got hundreds of franchisees in the Philippines. I'm sure you've seen one of their branches near you. They are definitely brighter, better and stronger this year helping Filipinos acheive their dreams one water refilling station at a time. This business model has already been lauded because of their low franchise fees and very high demand because the owners knew how much they need to help other people while they are growing their own business. The event was hosted by Tart Carlos and their executives, and they didn't want to end this day without celebrating their 13th year and introducing their newest endorser Piolo Pascual. 

Piolo will be the face of the company from hereon, and also have Sarah Geronimo stay as the one who sang their company jingle. They hope they've got the best people to represent their products, they said they won't settle for anything else. Piolo says "I am touched, I am inspired by their story and I'm glad to be part of a premium product that would be available nationwide. I have set up 4 of these refilling stations in the past but now it's only two, I hope I could grow more of it by joining them, I like their business model. Thank you LIVINGWATER for having me as your endorser!"

Beth and Edward Prades were all smiles and said "It doesn't matter how long this journey is, but what matters is who you are with in this journey. Thank you for being beside us all these years. People thought this indistry is saturated and not lucrative, but now you know it still it is profitable. We concentrated on Product, Placement, Promotion, now we have living water refilling stations that serve better water using our technologies not seen anywhere else. Our phenomenal growth is because of our highest standards, the service, the price is affordable and competitive. To serve each Filipino the healthier, cleaner and safer drinking water is our mission. The country needs more, our population is growing still and demand is there. Livingwater is looking forward to double this number all over the Philippines and also expand it's presence overseas. We hope you all continue to be part of our journey!"

Congratulations LIVINGWATER! You're in good company with Piolo Pascual.

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New BlueWater Day Spa Treatments for a Slashie Life

I had so much fun during this event. I have always regarded BlueWater Day Spa as our family's go to place for rest and relaxation. My Mom and Sister are regulars in the branch near our place and I don't even blame them at all. The superb service plus the whole experience had them hooked the first time they tried it. It's already been beneficial, when there are aches and pains because of everyday work, this serves as a refuge for them and they always invite me along if I'm free. I'm glad they still think of their well being despite being busy at home and in the workplace. I don't usually have that luxury, but I indulge if I can if time permits.

BlueWater Day Spa is not holding back on improving what they offer. They now have different varieties of wellness and beauty services. The SLASHIE life they mention is how to maintine that time to relax, take a breather and recharge even if we all have an active lifestyle. They have different ambassadors for different services.

Good looking Ervic Vijandre and Benjamin Alves pushes for their favorites which are the ATHLETE's MASSAGE and the TRADITIONAL FILIPINO HILOT. They've vouched on how it could actually relax, soothe tense nerves and eliminate cold spots especially at the back area. Man of the World 2017 Winner Mustafa Galal Elezali on the other hand prefers to do REVITA SHAPE TREATMENT because of the way it tones and slims the body parts where it matters most aesthetically. David Licauco on the other hand wants you to experience the COMBO HERBAL MASSAGE with VOLCANIC STONE HERBAL PACK. It's heat treatments with Swedish and Shiatsu massage combined. I think I tried a similar treatment in their Tomas Morato branch a couple of months ago, but if they've improved that, this is exciting!

I was a bit surprised though that they also have treatment for kids. Imagine, this place has INFANT MASSAGE which is done by appointment only.Give them a call and see how you can promote health and growth of your young ones. It also helps digestion, increases blood flow and boosts their immune system. That's going to translate remarkable improvement on your kid's health if you ask me. During the program, I liked how the Mom and Fabio Ide got so crazy with the kids. They were a lot to handle! LOL!

Kim Chiu was so gracious and so approachable outside the venue. She obliged fans of selfies including me! :) She's promoting what is called MLD or Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage. It's fit for those who don't want to have skin problems, sagging skin, PMS, sleep disorders, cramps, neck pains and lower back pains. Kim even told us how she experiences these things while shooting shows she appears in on ABSCBN. She suggests you do this twice a month because she does it too. If you want to avail of this you should book their services now!

If you want to know more about prices, like them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/bwdspa and message them there. Or if you prefer, they have hotlines for every branch like 8173126 for Makati, 7420426 for Ortigas, 9524829 for Capitol Hills, 9151247 for Eastwood City, 09351304250 for Cotabato City and soon in Banawe QC.

I can't wait to have mine soon!

LOCALLY Launches Buco Pandan and Buco Lychee Flavors

It's always a good day to hydrate and if you're out in the sun most of the time, water just don't cut it nowadays. I often don't drink water because I don't like how it tastes like. I'm not a fan of plain jane drinks, but I've always made it a point I do have enough so I could survive and live another day. My usual alternative are juices, and I don't like those super sweet ones. I want it more natural, without having to resort to powdered juice drinks because that too is laden with sugar. We're trying so hard to live healthy and I'm glad life is easy because there's Coconut water available in groceries and convenience stores in the Philippines. Mind you, it's pure organic!

There's a new one in town called LOCALLY Merci Buco (which is a play on the French word for Thank You!), and I absolutely like the original variant. This actually comes in a separate line than the juices they already have in the market. Remember the ones I mentioned in our Luneta visit with Nutriasia? They're the same people who released this, and again it's super good!

They also released two new flavors this month called LOCALLY BUCO LYCHEE and LOCALLY BUCO PANDAN. These fruits and leaf flavor are quite common in the Philippines and as you've seen in the other LOCALLY juices (Mangosteenie Miney Mo, Tamarind My Bell, Dalandan It Again, Guyabano-body but You, Calamansi’z the Day, Pomelong and Lasting Love and Save the Best for Sineguelast), they've made sure you're right at home for every 330ml and 1 L pack of LOCALLY MERCI BUCO.  Still all 100% natural, you won't have to worry about artificial flavors they put in these drinks at all. 

It's available in Rustan's Supermarket, PureGold and Robinsons Supermarket branches nationwide. You get the nice electrolytes, vitamins and minerals in each tetra pack as you would in a normal coconut because it's  the first of it's kind to be certified by US Department of Agriculture. You can't really beat that! Visit Locally Philippines on Facebook and @LocallyPH on Instragram for more information about these drinks!

You've got 3 easy choices, now head on to shops and hoard them before they're gone! Drink up!

TOMS: Artists Holds Silent Auction

You know about TOMS when I wrote about them on this article. They're still doing good deeds these days by collaborating with young and rising Filipino talents. They commissioned Bambina Jacinto, Carlo Ongchangco, David Bonifacio, Gil Angelo Ibe, Nicole Wisenhunt, Lilianna Manahan and Nix Alanon to create one of a kind pieces so they can have it in a silent auction for the benefit of their chosen charities. They used their own chosen mediums plus pairs of TOMS canvass shoes so they could whip up these gorgeous looking pairs of shoes for this exhibit that will run until May 13, 2015.

Bambina Jacinto is an art curator, painter and visual artist. She's also a member of Slate Manila. She did 2 pairs, one is Blue China which was inspired by fine china. The other is called Full Bloom which is inspired by spring. She's going to give the proceeds of these shoes to CRIBS Foundation.

This one's Carlo Ongchangco. He's a painter and a visual artist. He made two pairs as well. One is called Being Silly which is inspired by a normal day of a child. The other one is called Happy Life, inspired by smiles and a happy life. He'll be donating the proceeds to Real Life Foundation which caters to street children and how to get them education.

This guy is David Bonifacio. He's a social entrepreneur, artist and poet. He was inspired of escapes while on a trip. He likes the quiet life, away from everything. He's donating the proceeds of this auction to Real Life Foundation too.

This graphic artist and illustrator is Gil Angelo Ibe. He's a top digital artist and recognized by idesign.co.uk. He was inspired by "insignificant ideas" in making this pair. He's donating the proceeds of this to PAWS, a non governmental organization that cares for the welfare of animals in the Philippines.

Nicole Wisenhunt is a very successful jewelry and accessory designer. She's in top international fashion magazines and she made these with inspiration from spring and disco. She also wants to donate the proceeds of this to PAWS.

She's Lilianna Manahan. A young artist from Studio Magee, Hive and an apprentice of Kenneth Cobunpue. She was inspired by table top creatures and hammered brass in making these pairs. She's donating the proceeds to Fairplay For All. It's a foundation that helps children from Payatas, making opportunities for the kids no matter what economic condition they may be.

He's Nix Alanon. He's a very successful interior designer. He was inspired by Marble and Wood to make these pieces. He's donating the proceeds of these shoes to Tulay ng Kabataan Foundation which caters to less fortunate children in Manila. 

If you're interested to see the exhibit, please do not hesitate to visit them at the 3rd Floor of SM Aura Premier. They will only be there until the 13th of May and will be ending the silent auction until then. You are going to get one of a kind pieces that are made by real deal artists. You'll also be helping their chosen charities in the process so don't hesitate to bid if you're thinking about it. TOMS and these artists would really love your help!

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