JOHN LLOYD CRUZ FIRST ENDORSEMENT APPEARANCE AFTER 2 YEARS IS HE COMING BACK TO THE LIMELIGHT?

Photos and videos of matinee idol John Lloyd Cruz have been surfacing after being on hiatus from the showbusiness since 2017.

Cruz, one of the most bankable actors of the Philippine cinema and very effective endorser once again proved that his fans are still waiting for his return. In a teaser video, which lasted only for a few seconds and only shows the back shot of Cruz’s, and posted in the Facebook page of the number one selling shawarma Turks a few weeks ago had been viewed 3.2M times, shared almost 800 times and gained a huge number of comments.

Without any clue in that teaser video, his fans already assumed that it was him in the video. Actress Bea Alonzo on her Instagram also posted a screenshot of that teaser video, which garnered almost a million likes.

This Monday morning Turks finally revealed in the 1-minute and 17 seconds video of Cruz showing the actor walking through different destinations, which somehow depicts Cruz’s sojourn. The video is very simple, yet there’s drama the way it was created, and in a very subtle shot, he stopped and took a bite of a Turks pita donner.

The rugged look of Cruz in the Turks video titled Ang Pagbabalik is way too far from his guy-next-door image and a lot of people in the industry are asking if this signals his return to the limelight. His fans are still wondering about the life he’s been living since his hiatus.

According to Turks president Gem L. Zenarosa that during the course of his talks with Cruz, they never talked anything about his showbiz career or plans. He added that he got Mr. Cruz as the latest ambassador of Turks because of his great confidence working with Cruz.

“I am really grateful that John Lloyd trusts our company, he is a brilliant and very creative young man. Aside from acting we have discovered some of his remarkable talents,” Zenarosa stressed.

The Ang Pagbabalik according to Zenarosa is actually about Turks Small Pita Doner, which will be available again in all its branches.

“John Lloyd is the best endorser for this because like him, despite his absence in the showbusiness for a couple of years, the warmth and love of his fans for him never dwindles. With our Small Pita Doner we believe that our customers will be happy to know that it is back in our menu,” Zenarosa explained.

Just like Cruz who is seen to have a different image since he last appeared in the big screen, a clear indication that the actor is recreating himslef and exploring different grounds, Turks is also doing the same thing to keep its customers excited whenever they visit a branch.

In  time for the release of Cruz's endorsement video, Turks also released to the market its newest offering --- Turks Rice Bowl, which is a complete meal. You can choose beef or chicken for your rice topping, and it is priced at P50. The Small Pita Donner on the other hand, is priced at P35.

"To keep up with the demands of our customers, Turks continues to improve our menu and offerings to satisfy the discriminating taste of our loyal patrons," Zenarosa stressed.

John Lloyd Cruz now joins the roster of endorsers of Turks such as Piolo and Inigo Pascual. 

To watch the full video of Ang Pagbabalik visit https://youtu.be/Uh0WwLnIEDQ. You can also watch the video on Turk FB page: official.turks.

SM Unveils the new face of 'Cyberzone'

SM unveils the new face of ‘Cyberzone’

Cyberzone recently unveiled its newest logo last April 26 at SM Mall of Asia Atrium,
  offering a comprehensive roster of the latest tech and gaming products and empower Filipinos to make smarter tech decisions.

“Cyberzone always brings together the best of technology and gaming for its customers. It’s about time that we refresh our brand as we continue to innovate our spaces and deliver the latest in tech in SM malls nationwide,” said SM Supermalls senior vice president for marketing Jonjon San Agustin.

Launched during the Pinoy Gaming Festival Summer Assembly 2019, revealing its newly revamped logo exhibiting a sleek and minimalistic approach – a perfect representation of how the tech brand has grown to become a one-stop shop for every shoppers’ tech needs.

Bring your squad and witness another tech revolution as SM presents the new face of Cyberzone this April!

No matter what your tech interest is, whether it is gaming, virtual reality, cosplay, or photography, you will surely find your match at Cyberzone! For more information, visit www.smsupermalls.com.

Samsung unveils first real QLED 8K TV in the Philippines

Samsung, on its 13‘" consecutive year of producing the world's No.1 TV, has Introduced its QLED 8K TV in the Philippines. The QLED 8K TV gives consumer’s a brand new, never-before-seen experience of premium quality television screens. The product's Philippine launch started with an exclusive event at The Fifth ballroom in Rockwell last April 25, 2019

The QLED 8K TV features a new Quantum Processor 8K, which can produce images in greater detail and depth, in 7.680 x 4,320 resolution. Available in super large sizes of 75-, 82-. and 98inch screens, with over 33 million pixels, the QLED 8K TV provides an experience that becomes fully immersive and pristine, as films and TV shows are meant to be seen. 

"Over the past years, what we watch, when we watch, and how we watch has fundamentally changed." said Lauro Guevara, head of product marketing for Samsung TV and Audio. “Today, more consumers are looking to enjoy their favorite content on larger and smarter screens, with minimal image noise, for a viewing experience that is almost true-to-Iife." 

The QLED 8K TV boasts of a remarkable AI Upscaling technology, which automatically converts lower-resolution content into 8K quality. Enabled by the Quantum Processor 8K, Al Upscaling analyzes the quality and resolution of any image whether it is in 4K, Full HD, HD, or even

SD. or watched through a streaming service, HDMI, USB, or even mobile mirroring -and upscales the content to appear in 8K quality. 

Aside from optimizing noise reduction, the AI Upscaling function restores the integrity of the smallest of details in a scene to provide greater texture, and sharpens edges of objects and texts for greater clarity. This feature, along with the highest levels of contrast with the Direct Full Array Technology, and dramatically-enhanced, deeper blacks and brighter whites, make the QLED 8K Samsung’s best TV, to date. 

Bixby on TV, a highlight of the 2019 QLED lineup, is a clever feature that enables viewers to easily access films and shows thru voice command, which helps search for content based on previous viewing preferences. 

The launch event also marked the entry of Samsung’s 2019 full TV lineup, featuring the new QLED 4K TVs that also have Al Upscaling capabilities. A wider selection of 2019 Soundbars, which includes new models that Samsung has developed with audio masters, Harman Kardon, were also featured. 

Samsung Philippines president James Jung, in his opening speech, remarked on the historical relevance of the brand’s ground-breaking TV innovations. “This year is the 50'h anniversary of the moment that mankind took his first step on the moon and changed history forever. This year is also Samsung Electronics' 50th anniversary of meaningful innovations. These milestones provide important context as we introduce a product that we believe will forever change the future of TV's “he said of the QLED 8K TV

OPPO Officially Launches the F11 Pro Marvel’s Avengers Limited Edition at its First Ever Pop-up Store in BGC

OPPO Officially Launches the F11 Pro Marvel’s Avengers Limited Edition at its First Ever Pop-up Store in BGC April 26, 2018, MANILA, Philippines OPPO officially launched the new F11 Pro Marvel’s Avengers Limited Edition smartphone in what can be considered as a Marvel fan’s dream collector’s item, alongside the grand opening of OPPO's first ever pop-up store in BGC.

Officially opening its doors, OPPO’s first-ever pop-up store is a must-visit for all. Once you step inside, you’ll be transported into a music-lover’s paradise with its vinyl theme. Guests can play records while checking our OPPO’s latest and most powerful F series to date the OPPO F11 series. Guests can try for themselves the unique and powerful features of the OPPO F11 Pro, the OPPO F11, and the latest OPPO F 11 Pro Marvel’s Avengers Limited Edition smartphone. To also celebrate the launch of this limited edition smartphone, the pop-up store was transformed into a Marvel haven for one night.

The guests enjoyed the different Marvel-inspired activities around the pop-up store. Some hardcore Marvel fans even cosplayed in different Avengers characters Thor, Captain America, Gamora and Iron Man. To further the excitement of the Marvel fans in attendance, OPPO raffled off one F 11 Pro Marvel’s Avengers Limited Edition smartphone, movie tickets to the blocked screening of Avengers: Endgame, and special Avengers merch gift box.

The OPPO F11 Pro Avengers Limited Edition comes in a unique design called Space Blue. The back cover features a design inspired by Captain America’s armor The bold red Avengers “A” collides with the blue background in OPPO’s signature gradient effects to form the attractive redblue color-blocking. A customized wallpaper featuring the magnificent Avengers logo completes the look. It also comes with a Captain America-themed case with a central-located finger ring, inspired by Captain America’s iconic shield.

Moreover, each F11 Pro Avengers Limited Edition box comes with a stamped collector‘s badge, a great addition to any Marvel fan’s collection. To complete the limited edition offering, the OPPO F11 Pro Marvel’s Avengers Limited Edition comes in an exquisitely crafted premium black color box bearing the Avengers emblem.

The powerful features of the OPPO F11 Pro Avengers Limited Edition seal the deal. It sports a 48MP low-Iight rear camera that can take photos with clarity no matter the situation. It also has the VOOC flash charge 3.0 which brings lightning-like charging speed, allowing users to go from 0 to 100% in 80 minutes. Smooth performance is made possible by its upgraded storage of 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM, coupled with OPPO’s full scene. system-level resource scheduling optimization solution, Hyper Boost.

All in all, with the OPPO F11 Pro Avengers Limited Edition, both the appearance and the function can be considered to be the perfect companion for Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame fans. The OPPO F 11 Pro Avengers Limited Edition smartphone is priced at PHP19,990 and Filipino Marvel fans can pre-order their own unit starting April 26 in selected OPPO concept stores and Lazada. It will officially be available on Lazada and in 10 concept stores in Manila on May 4, and arrive in Luzon, Davao, and Cebu later.

“Assemble the Power”, this OPPO F11 Pro Avengers Limited Edition aims to not only salute Super Heroes, but also acknowledge OPPO global users. Check out www.oppo.com/ph for more information.

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About OPPO

OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since launching its first smartphone “Smiley Face" in 2008. OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology in 10 years. Today, OPPO provides customers with a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find, R and F series, ColorOS operating system, as well as intemet services such as OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO operates in more than 40 countries and regions, with 6 research centers worldwide and an international design center in London, OPPO’s more than 40,000 employees are dedicated to creating new experiences and greater value for customers around the world.

Coke Studio Summer Concert: Catch the Wave Home

Exploring new places, quick family getaway, and a trip back home to see your childhood friends and meet new faces are just some of the things that we look forward to when we come home for the summer. Every year, we always think of ways on how to make our vacay fresh, exciting, and special. And Coke just gave us the ultimate summer experience with the Coke Studio Summer Concert.

Happened last April 25, 2019 at the Mall of Asia Arena hosted by Ylona Garcia and Justin Quirino. The Coke Studio Concert was a gift from Coca-Cola to everyone for the overwhelming love and support they received for the Coke Studio Season 2. Headlined by Coke Studio Season 2 artists, our summer became a wave ride of emotions and celebration from the variety of their lineup. Solo and collaborative performances were given by Sam Concepcion, Khalil Ramos, Quest, Patty Tiu, Ben & Ben, Kriesha Chu, Gab and John of Urbandub, Shanti Dope, Abra, IV of Spades, KZ Tandingan, Juan Miguel Severo, and Apl.de.ap. 

Coke Studio Season 2 is about Homecoming to our younger selves, homecoming to our roots and rich diversity. This is the time to look back on our first love, ups and downs, dreams, and self-discovery that ultimately ends up with coming home through our love for music. 

Not only did the Coke Studio Summer Concert gave us the ultimate summer experience from the production numbers, interactive and 3600 OPM Concert Stage, it save us from not having a summer “ganap”, but it also saved us bucks because the admission and of course fun and entertainment was absolutely free for everyone to enjoy.

About The Coca-Cola Company

The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is a total beverage company, offering over 500 brands in more than 200 countries. In addition to the company’s Coca-Cola brands, our portfolio includes some of the world’s most valuable beverage brands, such as AdeS soy-based beverages, Ayataka green tea, Dasani waters, Del Valle juices and nectars, Fanta, Georgia coffee, Gold Peak teas and coffees, Honest Tea, innocent smoothies and juices, Minute Maid juices, Powerade sports drinks, Simply juices, smartwater, Sprite, vitaminwater and ZICO coconut water. We’re constantly transforming our portfolio, from reducing sugar in our drinks to bringing innovative new products to market. We’re also working to reduce our environmental impact by replenishing water and promoting recycling. With our bottling partners, we employ more than 700,000 people, bringing economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at Coca-Cola Journey at www.coca-colacompany.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

The Philippine Hot Air Balloon Festival 2019

The Philippine Hot Air Balloon Festival is an annual event that usually occurs between the month of January and February and features a display of  many multi-colored hot air balloons that attracts over a hundred thousand of locals and tourists from all over the world.

Side events usually includes night glow displays, sky diving, racing and other outdoor action sport activities.

This 2019, Clark Global City will be hosting the Frontrow International Hot Air Balloon Festival start from April 12 to April 14, a week after the Lubao Hot Air Balloon Festival.

Held in cooperation with SM City Clark and sponsored by Phoenix Pulse Technology, Dickies and Clark Medical City, the Frontrow International Hot Air Balloon Festival promises to be a feast for all the senses as it will feature a total of 20 balloons – 15 regular shaped balloons and 5 never-before-seen special shape balloons.

Aside from the Philippines, there will be 11 other participating countries this year: USA, Belgium, Malaysia, Netherlands, France, Thailand, Australia, Brazil, Vietnam, Korea and India.

    #FrontrowInternationalHotAirBalloonFestival

LBC Gives Thanks to Partner via Annual Shippers’ Night

LBC Business Solutions held a thanksgiving party recently for all their clients via the 2019 Shippers’ Night.
With the theme “Disco Inferno”, the annual gathering was held at 12 Monkeys Pub at El Pueblo in Ortigas.
DJ Chacha of MOR 101.9 FM hosted the event with the Spirit of 67 and DJ Marrion providing the live music.

Aside from the music of the 70’s all through the 90’s, what turned the party up a notch was the series of raffle prizes- which brought much anticipation to the already worked up crowd.

Among the companies represented during the celebration were National Bookstore, MSI, Primeline Product Philippines, Philippine Premium Kleene, RSG Flawless, Magic Potions Beauty Shop, Usana, AsianLife, Ever Bilena, Filholland Corp., Atomy Philippines, Asus, Mind Alliance (Memoxpress), Asia Pacific Cosmetic Philippines, Telppt Service Corp., Orient Freight, and Handles Pro Marketing.

LBC Business Solutions hosts the annual Shippers’ Night to give thanks to their clients who have shown unwavering support for their various services- from logistics, cold chain solutions, NVOCC, specialized logistics, warehousing, remittance and printing.

According to VP For Corporate Sales Jerome Santos: “The Shippers’ Night is not just a platform to celebrate our successful collaborations but a platform for us to look into the future with the common goal to further our respective businesses with more ease and efficiency”.

Make Your Vacation Worthwhile with Nimo TV

Summertime has just begun, and most students are looking for activities to make their vacation worthwhile.  

Nimo TV, one of the country's leading video game streaming platform, is an excellent past time for students who love gaming and learn new skills at the same time. It offers 8 – 12 MP quality live streaming and can be accessed via mobile or PC make it easier for everyone to start live streaming as a hobby and eventually make it a career.

Nimo TV’s unique ecosystem, which consists of streamers, viewers, brand sponsors and celebrity players can help newcomers discover different techniques in starting their channel. It has a chat feature where streamers and viewers can communicate with one another and exchange tips on how to win a game they play.

Games like Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG), Mobile Legends, Dota 2, Rules of Survival and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive are some of the exciting content that streamers can play via the app.

Nimo TV’s presence in Southeast Asian countries like Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand will also help you increase your fan base making it easier for every newbie to grow their channel and interact more with other gamers.

Download the Nimo TV app at Apple app store and Google Play store by clicking the link here https://nimotv.onelink.me/B6cW/25ba46b7 and start streaming your way to the top.

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About NiMO TV

Nimo TV is a leading global platform that allows millions of gamers from all around the world to play and broadcast their games to other like-minded players building a community of players, gamers, and fans that drive conversation, and allows peer-to-peer rewards and recognition. Utilizing a high-quality interactive technology, audiences can interact with streamers, and gain access to exclusive esports events and tournaments, along with unprecedented access to the top streamers from across the region.

Win a Maldives Getaway with SM and Visa!

In for a luxurious summer getaway? Look no further! This summer, shoppers and fun-seekers alike can indulge in dining treats and shop for summer must-haves at SM using their Visa card for a chance to win a trip for two to the Maldives!

An amazing opportunity to fly to the Indian Ocean paradise, this promo will from April 1 to June 30 in participating SM malls across the country – SM Aura Premier, SM Southmall, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM City North EDSA, The Podium, SM Seaside City Cebu, and SM Lanang Premier.

Five lucky couples will be chosen to take the summer holiday of a lifetime, with a round trip flight and a 3-night accommodation in a Premier Sea View Room with a balcony at Velana Blu Maafushi. Aside from enjoying the pristine white-sand banks, the vacation will include adventures such as snorkelling with turtles, dolphin-watching, night-fishing, an unlimited canoe ride, and a day to capture photos and videos of your adventure during your stay.

Simply shop or dine in any of the participating SM mall and pay with your Visa credit, debit, or prepaid card to receive a raffle entry. You can double your raffle entries when you tap to pay with Visa. Making the season hotter, shoppers can instantly win a reward along with their raffle entry when they present a single receipt worth a minimum of P5,000 using straight payments.

The warm, luminous cyan-blue waters and schools of brightly coloured corals and tropical sea creatures await you in a glamorous getaway to the Maldives. Don’t forget that this promo will run from April 1 to June 30. Follow #SMVisaSummer to learn more!