Converge ICT Gears Up for Nationwide Rollout

Converge ICT Solutions Inc. announced today that it has intensified efforts to lay the groundwork for a nationwide rollout, seeking to provide its pure fiber internet connectivity for more households and enterprises.

Premier pure fiber internet provider taps experienced industry partners to fast-track nationwide rollout, eyes exponential growth with the aim to bring better connectivity for the Philippines

In a strategic partnership with several local and foreign companies such as Korea Telecoms, LSI-Fibernet Konstruk Corporation, and TE Connectivity Subcom, Converge ICT Solutions shared its mission to fast-track the completion of its massive, nationwide network rollout to the public. These efforts are sustained as part of an ongoing campaign spearheaded by Converge to provide an advanced and reliable backbone of internet connectivity for more Filipino households and enterprises.

Chosen for their wide-ranging technical expertise and extensive business portfolios in the IT industry, Converge ICT Solutions´ new partners will help build and deploy the infrastructures necessary to provide pure end-to-end fiber internet connectivity at a nationwide scale. With the combined strength of its partners´ industry credentials and financial backings, Converge is taking bold steps ahead of the curve, leading the way towards building and connecting the Filipino people with better and more reliable internet infrastructures.

This vision is something which Converge President and CEO Dennis Uy firmly believes would serve as a catalyst for social and economic progress, helping everyone from ordinary Filipino netizens trying to connect with loved ones from around the world; to small and medium businesses trying to grow their ideas, as well helping accelerate the Philippine government´s ongoing IT projects designed to serve the Filipino people. With this in mind, Converge´s humble efforts seek to help prepare, lift, and further open the Philippines to global competitiveness, leveraging its unique and strategic position in the burgeoning Asian economy.

“We have set our sights to bring the best internet connectivity by starting in Metro Manila and some key provinces in Luzon. By going nationwide, we can do more rollouts and more installations in other islands in the Philippines, helping more people connect with one another through our infrastructure” Uy shared passionately.

According to Mr. Miles Tonn Chua, Chief Operating Officer of MetroWorks ICT Construction, Inc. (a subsidiary of Converge ICT) the total flow of investments is estimated at US$ 2 billion for the next 5 years. The rollout currently being executed has the potential to reach more than 13 million of the 22 million households nationwide, particularly the major islands situated in Visayas and Mindanao. Chua shared that the project is a 5-year plan, and the network backbones are targeted to be completed by 2021 but would be operational through different phases to enable the project to become complete prior to 2021.

The partnerships are slated to implement both Full Turn Key (FTK) and Semi-Turn Key (STK) approaches, according to Chua. FTK entails an end-to-end approach, which includes supply for imported materials and provides services up to acceptance. The STK approach, on the other hand, is where the Converge Group provides owner-supplied materials, an approach that is practical especially for demographics which include National Capital Region. The partnership is currently both in ongoing implementation and final negotiation stages.

“With more projects to be completed, it will certainly contribute to the growth of Converge ICT, which is expected to be exponential,” adds Chua.

Chua also bared that they are looking to enter into more partnerships in the future to further improve its service offerings. “What the public is experiencing now as the best internet service, they can also expect that same kind in the next year or two.” the Converge COO shared.

Packetworx grand launch to accelerate the adoption of Internet of Things in the Philippines

With Packetworx, the Internet of Things (IoT) technology will be easily available for every Filipino. Through its brand campaign, “We Connect Things”, enabling IoT in the Philippines is made easy and possible.

Packetworx, the leading Internet of Things (IoT) company in the Philippines, will be launching its brand with the campaign, ‘We Connect Things’ on August 8, 2018. Its brand campaign, ‘We Connect Things,’ aims to promote Packetworx, as an enabler of IoT in the country with its full suite of end-to-end solution from devices, software applications to network connectivity.

The next Internet revolution: The Internet of Things

Internet of Things is the concept of connecting any device to the Internet and to the other connected devices. It is a network of things that sends, receives and collects information. According to a report of Software.org, a global research organization, in 2020 there will be about 50 billion devices connected to the internet. Packetworx aims to enable and equip the Philippines for this next internet revolution.

Packetworx as a driver of IoT in the country

Packetworx’s mission is to accelerate the adoption of IoT in the country. It aims to equip and enable Filipino innovators and IoT enthusiasts to create IoT devices, applications and solutions. The IoT network is free for individuals and for non-commercial use. Packetworx uses leading LoRaWAN enabled solutions that provide long range sensors and control capable devices which allow wide range of IoT applications and total cost of ownership.

Packetworx, a social enterprise for creating smart communities

To achieve its goal to an IoT-ready Philippines, Packetworx’s as a social enterprise, has three (3) major initiatives which anyone can be a part of (1) the IoT Technology Hub, the first free access co-working space dedicated IoT. It makes available computer, soldering stations, test equipment, pick and place and even reflow oven. It will enable IoT enthusiasts to develop devices, applications and solutions (2) free IoT hardware kits and free LoRa Academy curriculum for 100 schools and, (3) Free device sensors and network connectivity to 60 local government units for disaster-preparedness, air quality monitoring and safety.

Packetworx will be covering 80% of Greater Metro Manila by August 2018 and 90% of the Philippines by the end of the year. In the IoT Technology Hub there will be a series of IoT Tech talks featuring IoT experts, hackathons and seminars.

For more information on Packetworx and its products and solutions, visit www.packetworx.com.

About Packetworx

Packetworx is a technology social enterprise which focuses on enabling IoT in the Philippines. It is a member of the LoRa Alliance, a world-wide alliance of over 500-member companies that support the standardization of LPWAN with the LoRaWAN specification and has created a certification and compliance program to ensure interoperability among its members.

It is the official host of the regional LoRaWAN network for Philippines and Southeast Asia through its partnership with The Things Network (TTN), the largest community of startups, businesses and developers globally building a public IoT data network,

Steal Liza’s laid-back style for picture-perfect date nights

Liza Soberano captures hearts with her timeless beauty and effortless style. In her latest commercial with Enrique Gil for the new SAMSUNG Galaxy J8, the young actress sports standout looks on her date nights with her partner.

Be as picture-perfect as Liza and get inspired by her OOTDs in the video:

1. Florals and earth tones make for a subdued yet appealing look.

In the party scene and poolside date, Liza wears a white floral top and a pair of flowy mustard-colored pants. The pops of color add fun to this simple look.

2. Pair shirts or sweaters with distressed jeans to balance casual and rugged elements.

An oversized knitted sweater is the best piece to wear for snuggling with that special someone. The ripped denim jeans add a cool twist to this comfortable look.

3. One can still be adventurous with a simple dress.

With an asymmetrical neckline and a flowy sleeve, this chic fuchsia piece is tight around the torso, but loose at the bottom. Liza’s classy dress proves that one can stand out in a monochromatic dress, given a few design tweaks.

Check out all of Liza’s stylist moments HERE! Like Liza, complete date nights with the perfect companion for life’s picture-perfect moments: the Samsung Galaxy J8. Capture memories in vivid detail with its Professional Dual Camera. Equipped with Live Focus, the 16MP F1.7 + 5MP F1.9 Rear Camera allows one to adjust the background blur to produce vibrant shots. The Great Night Camera ensures that date night OOTDs stand out in photos, even in low light conditions, while the 16MP F1.9 Front Camera helps couples take cute and candid selfies.

With the Galaxy J8’s powerful 3,500 mAh battery, capture precious memories without worrying about losing power. Relive the magic in high resolution through the Galaxy J8’s premium and immersive 6” Super AMOLED Infinity Display, an expansive screen complemented by smooth and seamless design.

Available in black, purple, and gold, the Galaxy J8 also provides access to exclusive benefits via the Samsung Members app, and anti-theft function through Find my Mobile. Also get quick emergency access via the Samsung 321 app.

Pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy J8, with a suggested retail price of Php 15,990, starting July 21 before its market launch in August. To know more, visit any Samsung-authorized stores nationwide or visit facebook.com/SamsungPH o r samsung.com/ph .

Win tickets to see Chance The Rapper in Manila with Globe GoSURF!

Grammy award-winning Chance the Rapper is coming to the country for the first time to perform his hits! As a treat, Globe is giving away tickets to his concert and lucky Globe Prepaid customers will get to watch him drop the beat this August 22 at the Mall of Asia Arena.

For as low as P50, get a chance to see Chance live plus enjoy free 2GB for video and gaming!

Be part of this much-awaited music event by just registering to any GoSURF variant and earn one raffle entry for every P5. After subscribing to GoSURF, just validate entries by texting CTRREG <space> Name/Address/Birthyear (Ex. CTRREG Rico Reyes/12 Abu Bakr St. Pasig City/1991) to 2346. To check the number of points earned, text CTRPTS to 2346.

Increase your chances of winning and earn as much as 200 raffle entries by subscribing to GoSURF999. You also get free 2GB data for GoWATCH and PLAY when you subscribe to GoSURF50 and up! Promo runs until August 15 and winners will be announced on August 17 via the Globe website, Facebook, and Twitter accounts. Winners will also be notified through call and text by an authorized Globe representative.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see and hear Chance The Rapper! For more details about the promo, text CTRHELP to 2346 or visit the website. Don’t forget to follow Globe on Facebook andTwitter.

Lenovo Opens 20th Concept Store in the Philippines

Lenovo, the world’s leading PC manufacturer recently opened its 20th concept store in the Philippines and the second one in Cebu City, located at the third floor of Ayala Center Cebu. Lenovo’s 20th Concept Store, found in Cebu, is run by Ng Khai Development Corp. 

The one-stop PC shop features a wide range of Lenovo products including notebooks, laptops, and desktops – each is designed to cater to different lifestyles and tech needs of growing market segments.

Present during the store’s ribbon cutting ceremony were (from L-R) Ng Khai owner Melanie Ng, China Deputy Consul General Wu Xiaomin, Lenovo Philippines Country General Manager Michael Ngan, Economic Consul Mdm Cai Wen, Ms. Jiang; and (second row) Wilson Ng.

“We are committed to make our innovative tech products more visible and accessible to the public, especially in key cities. Lenovo is set to open more concept stores all over the Philippines to deliver that unique first-hand experience to today’s discerning buyers,” said Michael Ngan, Lenovo Philippines Country General Manager.

“Though we are in an increasingly digital world, in-store experiences still play an important part in the buying process. People still want to touch and try the products before purchase. Through our well-curated stores, we give visitors the opportunity to experience the features of our products and at the same time to discover what suits their lifestyle and needs,” Ngan added.

Taking the lead in the global PC and smart devices market, Lenovo continues to showcase the latest game-changing products to the public. Lenovo has been the only player consistently introducing new form factors and experiences. Recently, Lenovo launched Legion, its own line of powerful gaming laptops and desktops. Meanwhile, its recent investment in the AI market Star Wars: Jedi Challenges–an augmented reality (AR) device made in partnership with Walt Disney, includes a smartphone-powered AR headset, a lightsaber controller, and a tracking beacon.

Lenovo is set to expand to other key cities and major provinces.

Lenovo is a global leader in providing innovative consumer, commercial, and data center technology. For more information, visit https://www3.lenovo.com/ph/en/.

Lessons from Israel: How to Build a Start Up Nation

Israel, while located in the oil-rich Middle East, lacked natural resources which results in limited opportunities for growth. To address this problem, Israel turned their efforts toward investing in their people and focusing on the development on innovation industries.

With the world's highest number of startups per capita and the second highest number of registered patents per capita, Israel has been dubbed the Startup Nation - the innovation capital of the world. World Bank statistics show that Israel spends 4.27% of their GDP on research and development, the highest in the world. Almost every Forbes 500 company has an R&D team based in Israel, a testament to the progressive and globally-trusted research and development atmosphere in the said country.

In the July edition of TechUp Pilipinas held recently, the tech communities of the Philippines and Israel birthed a collaboration and knowledge partnership to be principally led by the Israeli Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines and the Blockchain Association of the Philippines.

L-R: Minju Park, TechUp Tuesdays host and Account Director at GeiserMaclang Marketing Communications Inc., Amor Maclang, TechUp Tuesdays panel moderator and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at GeiserMaclang Marketing Communications Inc., and TechUp Tuesdays Panel: Miguel Cuneta, Co-founder of Satoshi Citadel Industries, Mary Rose Magsaysay, Chairman Emeritus of the Philippine Association of Digital Commerce and Decentralized Industries and Fintech Advisor to CEZA, Justo Aboitiz Ortiz, President of the Blockchain Association of the Philippines and Chairman of UnionBank, Itamar Gero, President of the Israeli Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines, Gilbert Camasura, President and CEO of Asia Select, and Bryan Makasiar, Associate Director of TechUp Pilipinas and host of the recently held TechUp Tuesdays at The Ark by UnionBank.

Justo Aboitiz Ortiz, the President of the Blockchain Association Philippines and Chairman of UnionBank, opened up the session by encouraging the community to learn from one another and build that ecosystem. "We have a tendency to play in our own sandbox and test and learn by ourselves. But we know that blockchain and other technology is moving very quickly and we need more innovation rather than less. We need to encourage the community to learn from the best practices happening in other countries and industry players and take inspiration from that."

Tech enthusiast, Amor Maclang, moderated a panel which included Itamar Gero, the President of the Israeli Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines, who discussed the environment and situation in Israel which allows for innovation and startup culture, Gilbert Camasura, President and CEO of Asia Select, who discussed the need to invest more in people, especially in tech, to make the Filipino workforce ready for the advances in technology, Miguel Cuneta, Co-Founder of Satoshi Citadel Industries, who discussed how quickly blockchain in the Philippines is growing and how Filipinos have a chance to be leaders in this field, and Mary Rose Magsaysay, the Chairman Emeritus of the Philippine Association of Digital Commerce and Decentralized Industries and Fintech Advisor to CEZA, who talked about how the community is formalizing and coordinating with the SEC and other regulators for the guidelines of this evolving economic financial tool.

Along with the partnership between TechUp Pilipinas and the Israeli Chamber of Commerce, the event also saw the joint announcement of the TechUp Pilipinas in Tel Aviv trip. TechUp Pilipinas in cooperation with the Israeli Chamber in the Philippines will be sending a delegation to the DLD Tel Aviv Innovation Festival (https://www.dldtelaviv.com/) in Israel this September. Fintech companies are welcome to apply to join the delegation. Aside from representing the country as a member of the Philippine delegation, the group will meet with tech companies in Tel Aviv for business matching. 

For more information on TechUp Pilipinas, future TechUp Tuesdays, and the delegation to Tel Aviv, please contact info@techuppilipinas.com

Vivo brings Gaming Experience to AsiaPOP Comicon Manila 2018 with Ideal Vision

Global smartphone brand Vivo rubbed shoulders with geek and pop culture fans at the recently concluded AsiaPOP Comicon Manila 2018, the biggest annual comic and pop culture convention in this part of the world.

The Ideal Vision and Vivo gaming booth was a hit among gamers at the AsiaPOP Comicon Manila 2018.

Held from July 27 to 29 at the SMX Convention Center Mall of Asia Complex in Manila, sunglasses and eyewear store Ideal Vision Center presented the limited-edition Comic Specs with Gamerspecs as complemented by the artificial intelligence (AI) Game Mode feature of the newest Vivo X21 for a one-of-a-kind gaming experience. Gaming enthusiasts tried their skills playing popular games such Tekken, NES, Mortal Combat, and CSR Racing at the Ideal Vision and Vivo gaming booth.

Ideal Vision materialized the Gamerspecs in partnership with Italian eyewear Sting. The country’s first lenses especially made for gamers are made with plastic resin material with layers of blue coating, AR (anti reflective) coating, UV coating, and sandwiched Photochromic material to allow longer game time.

Apart from the Ideal Vision tie-up where gamers got a chance to experience playing their favorite games on the Vivo X21 using Ideal Vision Center’s special gaming lens, Vivo also gave away special prizes to AsiaPOP Comicon Manila 2018 attendees who took part playing games in the booth and also by simply liking the official Vivo official Instagram account. Ideal Vision also gave away special tokens during the three-day event.

AsiaPop Comicon 2018 fans show off the give aways they received from Vivo

The Vivo X21, popular for its industry-first in-display fingerprint scanner, also boasts of the AI Game Mode spec, where on-the-go gamers can play games minus the distractions. Because of this one-of-a-kind feature, the Vivo X21 transforms into a dedicated game console, blocking out background calls which makes for fun and uninterrupted gameplay.

AsiaPOP Comicon Manila 2018, an annual event, is the largest pop culture convention in the Philippines and in the whole of Southeast Asia which features international brands of comics, toys, animation, film, television, music, video games, books, and sports.

About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top 3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/vivophil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines /), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.

Northern Mindanao focus of Globe, Optus, Singtel 2018 volunteering drive

Better Together volunteers visit Cagayan de Oro and Bukidnon to hold education and environment protection initiatives

Over 8,000 students and 250 teachers from two public schools in Northern Mindanao were aided with workshops on digital citizenship and cyber safety, sports clinics, storytelling sessions, school repairs, and a feeding program through the Better Together 2018 Overseas Volunteering Program.

Around 36 employees from Globe Telecom, Singtel, Optus, 24/7, and Convergys went to Cagayan de Oro and Bukidnon to participate in the citizenship drive in areas including education, sports, as well as environment awareness and protection. The program was held from July 16-20, 2018.

“We  believe that engaging employees  through volunteerism helps them live out their purpose and the experience enriches them on a professional and personal level,” said Yoly Crisanto, Chief Sustainability Officer and Senior Vice President for Corporate Communications at Globe.

Indahag Elementary School in Cagayan de Oro and City Central Elementary School, both of which are Global Filipino Schools were chosen for this year's OVP.  The volunteers conducted a sports workshop, feeding program, storytelling, as well as Brigada Eskwela and Farm to Fork initiatives at the two public schools.

The Digital Thumbprint Program (DTP) was also conducted for more than 500 elementary students who were given lessons in cyber safety and digital responsibility. The volunteers taught two of four modules, namely: Digital Insight, which features activities to help students discern proper online behavior to secure their information better; as well as Digital Impact, which tackles issues on technology’s impact on students’ social activities.

Employees from Globe Telecom, Singtel, Optus, 24/7, and Convergys hold a tree-planting activity in Hineleban, Bukidnon

In partnership with Hineleban Foundation, the volunteers of Better Together 2018 OVP also planted over 100 trees in Bukidnon to promote environmental conservation.

Hineleban Foundation is engaged in the preservation and restoration of rainforests and critical watersheds. It is also involved in developing livelihood opportunities for the indigenous people (IP) in Bukidnon and Lanao Del Sur in Mindanao.

‘Eye opener’

Huang Kun, a network cloud engineer at Singtel, said the overseas volunteering program served as an eye-opener for him.

“Everyone deserves access to good education. What we have done is nowhere near adequate for them. More nourishment, be it material or non-material, will be beneficial to these kids who will become leaders in the next two decades. I sincerely hope that I can give back more in the future, and wish this program can continue to expand, and create greater impact by making the world a better place,” Huang said.

For Walid Sukkarieh, associate director at Optus, seeing the unfortunate circumstances that some communities in Northern Mindanao face inspired him to do more volunteering activities in his hometown.

“Nobody will ever forget the smiles on those little kids’ faces at both Indahag and City Central schools, nor those on our own faces for having experienced the opportunity to be surrounded by such joyful people who continue smiling despite the challenges they face. The unfortunate circumstances and challenges that these communities face are quite common and replicated in our own backyards and beyond. Let's get back home and drive the continued expansion of volunteering and awareness for those less privileged than ourselves,” he added.

The Better Together program is now on its seventh year.  The program was created to foster engagement opportunities for employees of Singtel and its affiliates. Back in 2011, Singtel launched its first OVP in the Philippines with Gawad Kalinga where volunteers helped build villages and communities.

In 2017, the OVP was done through a four-day outreach program at the Center of Excellence in Public Elementary Education (Centex) in Bauan, Batangas, and Taal Lake Conservation Center. The volunteers conducted a DTP workshop, sports clinic, school repairs, under Brigada Eskwela, storytelling sessions, as well as a clean-up drive. Other OVP efforts in 2017 were done in Thailand, Australia, and India.

Good news! Vivo V9 can all be yours for only Php14,999

Global smartphone brand Vivo is kicking off August with good news! It has dropped the price of the Vivo V9 to Php14,999 from Php17,990.

That means that new users can now enjoy the 24-megapixel AI selfie camera, the 16MP+5MP dual rear camera, 6.3-inch 19:9 FullView™ Display with an impressive 90% screen-to-body ratio, and all other high-end specs for a lower price.

For only Php14,990, Vivo V9 will give users access to AI-powered features most notable in photography with its Face Beauty, High Dynamic Range, selfie lighting, bokeh algorithm, and Augmented Reality Stickers capabilities. This makes the V9 the perfect smartphone for those who love capturing every moment.

Not only that, the Vivo V9 is also a perfect smartphone for gamers with the upgraded AI Game Mode. The Vivo V9, after all, is powered by the Android 8.1 OS and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 octa-core processor. It is also equipped with Smart Engine, which intelligently allocates and optimizes processing resources, for a seamless gaming experience.

The Vivo V9 was introduced in the Philippines on March 22. It was initially available only in Pearl Black and Gold, but Vivo also launched its Velvet Red variant in April. 

About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top 3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at vivoglobal.ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/vivophil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.

Microsoft Brings Digital Transformation to the C-Suite

Microsoft is leading the discussion on digital transformation in the Philippines. The tech leader held several C-level roundtable discussions on the impact and necessity of digital transformation in today’s modern business environment. These discussions were attended by CEOs, CTOs, CFOs, CMOs, and CHROs from industries such as banking, professional services, retail, education, real estate, power & utilities, and telecommunications.

CIO & COO Roundtable event executives with Microsoft Leaders

“Microsoft is committed to helping leaders understand the economic implications of digital transformation in the society. Digital Transformation is emerging as a key driver of sweeping change across industries globally. More than a mere buzzword, it now has the capacity to significantly improve business revenue and create broader social good,” said Christian Lim, Chief Operating Officer of Microsoft Philippines.

At the CEO Round Table event, Microsoft took a closer look at the economic impact of digital transformation in the Philippines. Andrea Della Mattea, Area President (APAC) for Microsoft, reported that the impact of digital products and services to the economy of SEA nations will skyrocket from 6% to a staggering 48% by 2021. This growth will result to an economic increase of more than $60 billion. But more than the rise of revenue and decrease in costs in businesses, digital transformation also has the capability of improving consumers’ lives and bringing about social good.

The highlight of these discussions was the different perspectives and insights from organizations like Union Bank, PhilCare, and Rustan Coffee Corporation, to name a few. UnionBank executives: Edwin Bautista, Director, Chief Executive Officer, Henry Aguda, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation officer and Arvie De Vera, First Vice President, Head of Fintech Group, shared the secret to the success of their work on digitizing finance. Aiming to resolve the problem of financial inclusion, UnionBank called in futurists and tech experts to help reach out to remote communities and give them access to financial tools.

As Microsoft gears up to host another series of C-level roundtable discussion this August, it remains focused on supporting business leaders in their journey towards shaping better opportunities for business and society through innovation.

For more inquiries, please contact Microsoft at enterpriseph@microsoft.com.

Step up your mobile experience with the Nokia 1 and Nokia 8110 4G

Today’s fast-paced, digital-driven world may connect and empower people in new and exciting ways not known nor explored in the past. But it also creates a gap for those who find it difficult to keep up with the latest technology. Sometimes some find new technologies and devices inaccessible and complicated, causing them to be left out of the digital world.

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, brings reliable mobile phones that deliver not only innovation but also technology with a purpose—technology that is accessible to everyone.

Shannon Mead, country manager of HMD Global Philippines, said:

“We make sure that at HMD Global, we provide mobile experience customized to the needs and style of our diverse markets. More than the promise of innovation, we create technology that is accessible and reliable without compromising premium quality. The Nokia 1 and Nokia 8110 4G are innovations designed to optimize experience with functions and features that can keep up with any pace.”

Nokia 1: The complete first smartphone

Designed for first-time smartphone users, the Nokia 1 is equipped with a quad-core processor, front and rear cameras, 4G connectivity and dual-SIM support, elevating the feature phone experience in an accessible smartphone package.

With the Nokia 1, stepping up to smarter mobile experience has never been easier. Packed in a refreshingly familiar design and promising the reassuring quality of a Nokia phone, the Nokia 1 also brings back Xpress-on covers, allowing users to personalize their phones through a range of playful, vibrant colors.

Running on the latest Android Oreo™ (Go edition), a version of Android for devices with 1GB RAM or less, the Nokia 1 comes with a new range of apps from Google designed to run faster while consuming less data. With fewer pre-installed and much lighter apps on Android Oreo™ (Go edition), you get 2x more available storage out of the box.

Nokia 8110 4G: The hero sidekick

Whether it’s to minimize the daily digital buzz or to find the perfect companion phone that’s ready to take on everyday challenges, the Nokia 8110 delivers more than an ordinary feature phone can offer. This newest member of the Originals family brings a familiar and easy-to-use classic interface with an intuitive tactile keypad and slide-to-answer and end-call features, plus an addictive upgraded Snake game.

The Nokia 8110 is a durable phone that delivers crystal-clear VoLTE calls. With its 4G connectivity, users can access apps such as Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Search, Facebook and Twitter while performing basic tasks such as sending and receiving emails, importing contacts, and syncing calendar with Outlook and Gmail. The Wi-Fi capability lets Nokia 8110 serve as a portable hotspot, letting you share internet connection with up to 10 devices at once.

Reliability amid changing times

Packed with all the qualities expected of a Nokia phone, the Nokia 1 and Nokia 8110 4G are breakthroughs of accessible technology focused on elevating user experience. The phones’ design and performance emphasize durability and reliability to cater to the needs of their target users.

The Nokia 1 is available in Warm Red and Dark Blue while the Nokia 8110 4G comes in Traditional Black and Banana Yellow. Both come at an affordable price of PHP3,990.