Cashalo partners with leading local and international companies; Furthers commitment to accelerate financial inclusion for Filipinos

Cashalo, the latest solution that gives Filipinos financial freedom at their fingertips, has partnered with mobile phone manufacturer Vivo Philippines, and other local and international companies to further accelerate financial inclusion for Filipinos. These companies include IMI Global, ranked 6th largest EMS supplier for the automotive market in the world by New Ventures Research, and Philippine Airport Ground Support Solutions Inc. (PAGSS), awarded by Singapore Airlines for Most Creative Customer Service Winner in 2013 (CEO TCS Awards).

“We have proven our commitment to breaking boundaries in the smartphone industry and leading the pack to the future. Now, we're thrilled to work with a company who has a strong purpose. At Vivo, we always see how we can cater more to the needs of Filipinos. The opportunities to help this market is astounding, and we’re excited to be a part of this ecosystem,” said Annie Lim, Vivo Philippines vice president for Partnerships and Strategy.

The financial services and technology platform will provide employees of partner companies with financial access to small ticket cash loans amounting from P2,000 to P5,000 through an expedited application process, and interest rates* starting from as low as 2.95% a month.

With the use of cutting edge-technology, robust data science capabilities, and an innovative credit analysis and scoring infrastructure, Cashalo is delivering greater financial freedom and opportunity for Filipinos.

“Cashalo is excited to take a leading role in driving greater financial awareness and inclusion in the Philippines,” said Hamilton Angluben, Cashalo general manager. “We are thrilled to partner with like-minded companies that share impact-driven values. The confidence they have for our proven ability to drive meaningful change is encouraging and infuses the entire Cashalo team with great motivation as we forge ahead in our endeavor to serve more Filipinos.”

For partnership inquiries, please contact partnerships@cashalo.com.

Cashalo is the first product of the strategic partnership between Hong Kong based technology player Oriente – whose founders are behind internet giants Skype and LU.com – and Express Holdings, Inc., a subsidiary of JG Summit Holdings, Inc.

Join the thousands of people who use Cashalo to build their financial futures today. Download the app from the iOS App Store and Google Play Store. For more information, please visit www.cashalo.com.

*(Non-bank)

Get a chance to win the newest Vivo V11 through #MakeAWish promo

For many believers, the clock showing 11:11 is an instant prompt to make a wish. They believe that 11:11—either day or night—holds some power that can make any wish come true. Global smartphone brand Vivo is taking matters into its own hands. The brand is giving its tech savvy followers an opportunity to share their heart’s desires made at 11:11 am/pm and get an all-new flagship smartphone while doing so. 

Something thrilling is on its way and Vivo is giving it away! 

Dubbed as the #MakeAWish promo, Vivo has tapped endorsers and rising stars Maymay Entrata, Edward Barber, Loisa Andalio, and Sassa Dagdag to get the word out and show how easy it is to join the contest.

Maymay wished she could go on a vacation with her family while her on-screen pair Edward wished to always have the courage to face something the new.

Loisa, moreover, wished everyone will be happy. On the other hand, Sassa wished to be an inspiration to the youth. 

It’s time to make a wish! Vivo endorsers share their personal wishes online to encourage tech savvy fans to join Vivo’s #MakeAWish promo. 

To join the #MakeAWish promo, Vivo fans of at least 18 years old through www.vivoglobal.ph/V11makeawish. They can then upload a selfie with an object—be it an analog or digital clock, or any time-keeping indicator that shows 11:11 am/pm—with a corresponding #MakeAWish caption to qualify. 

There will be two weekly winners for the #MakeAWish promo. A cutting-edge Vivo V11 will be awarded to the Grand Winner for both weeks while the 1st Runner Up will receive a special Vivo gift set, a premium Vivo notebook, and Little V stuffed toy. 

Entries will be accepted until September 12, 2018 to get a chance to experience Vivo’s latest offering: the Vivo V11, a hip smartphone fully equipped with a contemporary screen design and a convenient fast charging battery. 

Participants may submit more than one original entry per account, while same entries (identical image and caption) shall be considered as one entry. For more chances of winning, a participant may submit multiple unique entries provided that the photo and caption are unique from their previous entry. Participants may only upload a contribution with which they own the rights for publication. Heavily edited pictures will not be accepted. 

The selection of winners will be held every Thursday, 3 PM at the Vivo office in Ortigas. A representative from the Department of Trade and Industry will be invited to witness the selection of the winners. 

Who knows when this will happen again? Seize the moment.

Vivo to bring out the ethereal colors of the cosmos in upcoming flagship

In the past few days, Vivo has been teasing its followers with visuals that give a nod to the cosmos. One of the clues emphasized the curved shape of the moon while another super-imposed the thumbprint to a spiral galaxy. Other posts show space rockets taking off, falling stars, nebulas, and galaxies. 

The color of the cosmos can be in your hands with Vivo’s upcoming smartphone. 

So far, Vivo has been consistent in featuring the beauty of the universe in its latest social media posts. 

Today was no different. Vivo released another galactic content. The video showed stardust in blue and violet fusion, as if the two colors were mixed. It was released with the caption, “Experience an out of the world feat at the palm of your hands.” 

Eagle-eyed tech fans would have not missed the new smartphone silhouette that the video showed—with a tiny curve on top. 

Vivo has used various colors in its models for its previous releases. It introduced the Rose Gold and Champagne Gold in V5Plus, the Crown Gold in V5, the Matte Black in V7+ and V7, the Space Gray in Y53, and the Velvet Red in V9. 

The global smartphone brand’s endorsers in the Philippines have been dropping hints about the next Vivo flagship. Blockbuster actor Daniel Padilla of “The Hows of Us”, for instance, posted a photo of himself with a gradient pink and blue background and the words “Go Beyond,” tagging Vivo Philippines’ account. Other Vivo endorsers also posted similar photos of the same background, while there were those who posted photos of colorful backgrounds and playful lighting. Some of the Vivo ladies, meanwhile, teased with their makeup with hints of ombre palette. 

With these visuals, Vivo fans can only expect another colorful gem with the upcoming flagship. But will Vivo go beyond its usual offering this time? 

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/)

Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil)

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. 

Acer Announces Refreshes across its Aspire Notebook and All-In-One PC Portfolio

Acer announced an elegant refresh of its Aspire Z 24 all-in-one PC and brand-new additions to the Aspire 7, Aspire 5, and Aspire 3 notebooks series. All powered by Windows 10, the Aspire series PCs cater to the needs of a wide range of users, spanning from the Aspire Z 24 all-in-onehome PC for families, the multipurpose and student-friendly Aspire 3 notebook, the practical and functionality-driven Aspire 5 notebook for work and play, to the top-of-the-line Aspire 7 notebook for creators, designers and prosumers.

The Acer Aspire Z 24 All-In-One is the Digital Assistant for the Modern Living Room

The Acer Aspire Z 24 is the all-in-one home PC for families and designed for connectivity and casual applications such as web browsing, social media, watching movies and casual gaming. Designed to blend in with living room décor, it’sextremely thin at just 11 mm (0.4 inches), with a beautifully shaped rear cover and an ultra-narrow bezel for maximum screen real-estate. It’s supported by a glossy V-shaped metal stand that gives it a sleek and timeless style. The Aspire Z 24 is equipped with a far-field microphone array made up of four digital microphones so customers can use their voice service of choice, such as Amazon Alexa or Cortana, to get weather reports, play music and manage everyday tasks from up to 4 meters away (13.12 ft). It also features Acer TrueHarmony and Dolby Audio Premium technology to deliver clear and crisp audio through dual front stereo speakers. The Aspire Z 24 is powered by the latest 8th Gen Intel^® Core^™ i7+ desktop processors[1],with support for up to 32GB of Intel Optane memory and NVIDIA GeForce MX150 graphics, allowing it to power through complex tasks. The 23.8 inch Full HD IPS[2]screen can be viewed comfortably at up to 178 degrees and menus can be navigated with ease using the 10-point touch display[3]. Vibrant images with crisp, true-to-life colors come alive in Full HD 1080p resolution with wide-viewing angle capability, while Acer BlueLightShield and Flickerless technologies allow adjusting of the screen's blue-light emission over extended periods of use.

The Acer Aspire Notebook Range

For users looking for a notebook with blistering performance, the Aspire 7 features up to an 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-8705G processor that features Radeon™ RX Vega M GL graphics on the processor package encased in a slim 16.9 mm, all-metal body, weighing just 1.5 kg. The Aspire 5, ideal for bloggers, photographers and creators offers exceptional CPU and graphics performance with up to the latest 8th Gen Intel^® Core^™ i7 processor with integrated Gigabit Wi-Fi for blazing fast connectivity and up to an NVIDIA® GeForce^® MX150 GPU. The Acer Aspire 3 is a great value laptop built for everyday tasks at home, work or school, and includes a built in optical disk drive³ drive and premium features for greater multimedia enjoyment.

The Acer Aspire 7: Ultimate Performance Packed into a Sleek, Lightweight Design

Aimed at prosumers, designers, content creators, or those who want a PC with more bite, the Acer Aspire 7 is not only beautifully designed with its full metal chassis with extra-light magnesium-lithium bottom cover and slim-line look, but also packs a powerful punch. It has a 15.6 inch IPS²display with a narrow bezel design with resolutions of up to Ultra HD (3840x2160), weighs 1.5 kg and measures 358 x 247.5 x 16.9 mm. At its heart lies a powerful 8^thGen Intel Core i7-8705G or i5-8305Gprocessor with Radeon RX Vega M GL Graphics and 4 GB HMB2 Graphics Memory—all in a single processor package. It has up to 16 GB DDR4 memory, up to 512 GB of PCIe NVMe RAID 0 SSD storage, and a backlit keyboard to give users an added boost in productivity. Featuring a 4K display with Acer ColorBlast^™ technology and Acer Color Intelligence^™, and speakers featuring Dolby Atmos^® sound and Acer TrueHarmony technology, the Aspire 7 speeds through rich content creation, video and photo editing, or viewing 4K content, while also offering an incredible, high-powered multimedia experience.

The Acer Aspire 5: Practical and Function-rich for Media Consumption

Ideal for families and users who need a powerful, function-rich notebook for media consumption, the Acer Aspire 5 offers both looks and mobility. The hairline brushed pattern provides an exquisite, tactile finish accenting the premium aluminum cover so users can travel with ease and look great doing it. The narrow, 7.82 mm bezel design offers more real estate for amazing images and video. With a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display and Acer Color Intelligence, crisp, true-to-life colors come alive. Users can adjust gamma and saturation in real-time, optimizing screen color and brightness without clipping. It features up to the new 8^th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with integrated Gigabit Wi-Fi for blazing fast connectivity, support for multiple personal assistants and voice services, and up to an NVIDIA GeForce MX150 GPU, delivering excellent performance. On top of computing performance, Acer TrueHarmony Audio brings sounds to life.

The Acer Aspire 3: A Value Multimedia Machine for Work, School and Play

The stylish 14-inch Full HD display Acer Aspire 3 comes in a variety of vivid colorsand is perfect for delivering powerful multimedia experiences and entertainment. It’s flexible too, with upgradeable storage options and plenty of space for media, personal photos and documents. The Aspire 3 also packs in up to 8GB of DDR4 2666 MHz memory, a Precision Touchpad, Acer BluelightShield, an HDMI port, 3 USB ports and an optional built-in DVD drive.

Amazon Alexa Coming to More Acer Devices

The Aspire Z 24 all-in-one PC Aspire 7, and Aspire 5 notebooks powered by 8^th Gen Intel Core processors will feature Amazon Alexa built-in, joining Acer’s growing portfolio of Alexa for PC devices. More owners of compatible notebooks and desktops can get more done by asking Alexa to check their calendar, create lists and answer questions; be entertained by asking Alexa to play their favorite music, podcasts or audiobooks; manage smart home devices including lights, thermostats and home appliances; and access tens of thousands of skills built by third-party developers.

“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Acer to provide customers with a natural way to increase their productivity,” said Priya Abani, Director of the Alexa Voice Service. “With Alexa built-in, you can use your voice to effortlessly manage tasks, hear the news, control smart home devices, access tens of thousands of skills, and more.”

Pricing & Availability

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To find out about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office or retailer via www.acer.com.

The new Aspire notebooks and all-in-one desktop were unveiled at the next@acer press event held at IFA in Berlin, where the company announced a range of new devices and solutions for gamers, creators, families, students and professionals. For more information, visitwww.acer.com/nextatacer.

About Acer

Established in 1976, Acer is a hardware + software + services company dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of innovative products that enhance people's lives. Acer's product offerings include PCs, displays, projectors, servers, tablets, smartphones and wearables. It is also developing cloud solutions to bring together the Internet of Things. Acer celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2016 and is one of the world’s top 5 PC companies. It employs 7,000 people worldwide and has a presence in over 160 countries. Please visit www.acer.com for more information.

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[1] Configurations for i7+, i7, i5+, i5 and i3

[2] All brands and product names mentioned herein include trademarks of their respective companies and are used solely to describe or identify the products

[3] Configuration optional

MoneyGram Strengthens Partnership with GCash in the Philippines

After the successful launch of direct receive service, MoneyGram and GCash announced recently that customers worldwide can now also send money to over 10 million GCash mobile wallets in the Philippines, 24/7. 

This partnership supports further growth of MoneyGram’s digital channels in the world’s third largest remittances receive market. 

“With the growing number of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) looking for a reliable way to send money back home, the collaboration with GCash aligns with our strategy to provide user-friendly, rapid-response and low-cost channels to send money across borders,” said Alex Holmes, MoneyGram’s chairman and chief executive officer. 

“The expansion of digital channels combined with a strong network of agent locations, enables MoneyGram to offer a differentiated customer experience that allows consumers to transact with us their way,” added Holmes. 

Funds can be sent via MoneyGram online or at any one of MoneyGram’s thousands of locations in 200 countries and territories around the world to reach a GCash mobile wallet in minutes. Money will be deposited into the mobile wallet in the Philippine Peso. The receiver will get an SMS notification of every incoming money transfer and will be able to use funds instantly for purchasing goods and services online or paying bills. 

“We are delighted to partner with MoneyGram once more to improve the way remittances are processed in the Philippines. GCash is committed to make the experience of sending money more convenient for both the sender and receiver. The OFWs and their families are a big segment of the remittance business as well as a key contributor to the country’s economy. We need to do more for them and we think this partnership with MoneyGram leads us to that direction,” said Anthony Thomas, President and CEO of Mynt, the operator of GCash. 

The launch of the new service was followed by a presentation of an OFW Family Card which allows customers to withdraw their money for free twice a month at any BancNet ATM in the Philippines. The OFW Family Card will be awarded to each registered and verified GCash user who receives a minimum of PHP 500 via MoneyGram between September 15 and December 30. 

For more information about the service, please visit moneygram.ph.

OPPO F9 leads MemoXpress weekly chart upon 1st week of availability

Mobile smartphone establishment MemoXpress recently announced that OPPO F9 was its top-selling smartphone from September 3-9, 2018, exceeding the sales of other brands in the mid-range category on its first week of availability starting September 1. Successfully launched only one month ago, OPPO F9 features the highly beneficial VOOC flash charge which allows the user two hours of talk time in only five minutes of charging. Its fast charging capabilities help dynamic Filipinos save time and be able to do more with their smartphones. Priced at PHP 17,990.00, the F9 also brings together an innovative waterdrop screen, 6GB RAM, and dual rear cameras, providing high value for money for Filipinos in every way. 

For more details on OPPO’s products and activities, followwww.facebook.com/OPPOPH as well as @OPPOPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.

The Philippines Can Now Experience 5-minute Charge, 2-hour Talk with the New OPPO F9

Experience the revolutionary OPPO F9 at the SM MOA roadshow on September 1-2 After the pre-order period of the much anticipated OPPO F9, thousands of customers have taken opportunity to claim their new smartphone in various stores nationwide. This weekend, September 1-2, smartphone users can see what the in-demand F9 is all about during OPPO’s roadshow at SM Mall of Asia. As a global leader in technology innovation, OPPO presents breakthrough smartphone features in the F9 such as the VOOC Flash Charging, Waterdrop Screen, 6GB RAM, Dual Rear Camera, and beautiful gradient body finish, which redefine the definition of value for money in its price segment. OPPO positions the F9 as among the most competitive and fashionable smartphone in its price range.  OPPO F9’s foremost unique selling proposition is the VOOC Flash Charging that can give 2 hours of talk time in just 5 minutes of charging. This OPPO-exclusive flash charging technology is 4x faster than regular smartphone charging, saving time for Filipinos and allowing them more time on-the-go and less time tangled on the wall socket, charging. Despite being fast, the VOOC Flash Charging is safe with 5 layers of protection found in the charger and smartphone, delivering powerful performance and quality. “We are grateful to all who pre-ordered our new OPPO F9, and we’re confident that our customers will surely love it, especially the VOOC Flash Charging because of its amazing charging speed. The F9 will be a trendsetter for the new standard Filipinos’ mobile lifestyle,” OPPO Philippines’ Vice President of Marketing Jane Wan said. “The OPPO F9 is our latest innovation for our Filipino consumers and will address their needs in battery, performance, camera, and even design.” OPPO F9’s unique gradient color finishes of Twilight Blue and Sunrise Red are inspired by nature and complemented with an eye-catching flower petal pattern for a striking back design. The front carries the latest Waterdrop Screen, which is an innovative approach to the notch as it significantly reduces the screen notch to a simple waterdrop-like shape for the front camera. The F9’s 6.3” FHD+ 19.5:9 screen display delivers an overall more pleasant and immersive visual experience. OPPO F9 Roadshow Check out the OPPO F9 and experience VOOC Flash Charging first-hand at the SM Mall of Asia Main Mall Atrium this September 1-2, 2018. Fun booth and activities await customers as they get to experience the features of the OPPO F9. Plus, catch celebrity and OPPO influencer Gabbi Garcia who will also join the roadshow on September 1 at 5PM. Approach any OPPO sales representative to avail the OPPO F9 in Sunrise Red and Twilight Blue for PHP 17,990.00 (6GB RAM) in any OPPO dealer and concept stores nationwide. For more information on OPPO’s exciting products and activities, like OPPO Philippines’ official Facebook page and follow @OPPOPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.

Get Amazon Prime Video and Twitch Prime with Globe Postpaid Plans

Globe Postpaid customers can soon enjoy six months of Amazon Prime Video to stream popular and award-winning movies

Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu and Amazon Director, Mobile Business Development-APAC Krishan Patel official announce the availability of Amazon Prime Video in the Philippines with special offers for Globe customers

Globe Telecom is raising the bar and offering high-voltage entertainment to its customers. Soon, eligible Globe customers can get a premium offer of  six months Amazon Prime Video access on us, with a postpaid plan. 

With this offer, Globe customers can enjoy unlimited streaming of select movies and TV shows on Prime Video, including critically acclaimed and award-winning Prime Original series like Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, The Grand Tour,Emmy nominee and Golden Globe winner The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, all new seasons of The Man in the High Castle and more.

“Globe has always led the pack when it comes to the digital lifestyle,” says Ernest Cu, President & CEO of Globe Telecom. “We have redefined how Filipinos enjoy their entertainment—from music and movies to eSports and live shows. Teaming up with global content brands brings a wide array of content to our customers, giving them more wonderful entertainment choices.”

 Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu proudly announces the company's newest content partner, Amazon Prime Video

All new and existing Globe Postpaid customers will be eligible for a six month subscription (up to P150/month value), to Amazon Prime Video, which comes with Twitch Prime. Following this, select Globe at Home plans will include the six month offer to Amazon Prime Video and Twitch Prime by Globe. After the promo period, customers can continue to enjoy Amazon Prime Video for P150 per month.

At the Globe and Amazon Prime Video launch, some of the  most talented Filipino talents gather onstage to talk about creating world class quality content. With Cu and Patel are Globe Studios Director Quark Henares, Filmmaker Tonette Jadaone, Director Paul Soriano, award-winning actor John Arcilla, Producer/Screenwriter Monster Jimenez, and Director Treb Monteras

Twitch Prime, included in the six month offer, is a premium experience on Twitch, the live streaming video service that’s popular among gamers. Twitch Prime includes free games every month, in-game content for some of the most popular games, a Twitch channel subscription every 30 days at no additional cost, exclusive emotes, and chat badge.

Vivo Hints Fast Changing? Lightning Fast Within Your Reach

Vivo, one of the leading global smartphones in the world, is set to re-unleash an innovative feature to aid everyday life. Will it be a feature that allows efficient battery charging to ensure better communication, web browsing, and long-lasting apps usage to keep up with day-to-day tasks?

Battery life and charging time are two of the important features that tech savvy and heavy smartphone users look at when they search for smartphone. What good is a smartphone if it does not have battery anyway?

Vivo’s latest flagship model in the Philippines, the X21, for instance, has non-removable Li-Ion 3400 mAh battery with fast charging. The Vivo NEX was also supported by fast charging but its Li-Ion battery capacity is up to 4,000 mAh.

With a slogan of “daring to pursue true perfection, while continuously creating the surprising”, we can’t wait for what’s next for Vivo.