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Gazelle Motors features next gen jeepneys for Azenso Program

Written by louiseinthehouse on March 25, 2019

photo credits: Gazelle Motors Philippines In relation to the government’s thrust to improve transportation in urban centers across the country —Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP), Gazelle Motors Corporation (the automative business of Eastern Petroleum Corporation) launched the Azenso Program with the transport sector in Davao City. With Azenso Program, transport drivers and operators will be given access to organization development and entrepreneurship capacity building seminars. This will help them manage better transport equipment with larger capacity as well as provide upgraded passenger experience in PUVs. The project is in partnership with Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), Department of Transportation (DOTr), Land Transportation Office (LTO), Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) plus government financial institutions Land Bank of the Philippines and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP). The PUVMP targets not only to replace the close to 200,000 units into modern and environment-friendly units but to also improve the […]

Big thanks, bigger perks on Globe 917 Day

Written by louiseinthehouse on September 17, 2018

Globe says thank you to its customers with a celebration that begins this weekend! The number 917 is turning out to be the most favored number of the year as Globe celebrates its iconic 917 prefix with a day overflowing with gratitude for all its customers. Inspired by last year’s massively successful celebration, the country’s leading mobile brand commemorates the wonderful connections it has made by rewarding its customers with upgraded offers, surprise treats, and not-to-miss events leading up to September 17 (9/17). Now on it’s third year, 917 Day is all about giving back and letting loyal customers and partners feel the love and gratitude that everyone at Globe has for them. 917 Day is one big thank you from Globe for being part of our family all these years. We are #GratefulEveryday for allowing us to create and share experiences with you. The countdown to 917 Day begins […]

BPI Family Auto Madness is Back in Davao and Cebu!

Written by louiseinthehouse on November 10, 2016

Are you thinking of getting a new car or are you contemplating of securing a car loan? Well, this one’s for you. BPI Family Auto Madness is back in Davao starting today until November 13 at the Abreeza Mall. The Cebu leg will be on Nov 11 to 13 at Ayala Center Cebu. It’s your opportunity to own the car of your dreams with the best deals from majority of the car dealers in both cities. BPI Family Savings Bank brings the car buying experience closer to everyone, with over 20 car models to choose from all under one roof. They also made it more affordable through special rates and exclusive deals from BPI Auto Loan and partner car dealers. Just approach any BPI Family loan advisor to get an expert financial advise at any of the Auto Madness sites and you will be given fast and easy application processing and affordable monthly […]

SKYbroadband’s Fast Speed, Low-Priced Plans With Free HD Cable TV!

Written by louiseinthehouse on November 2, 2015

SKYbroadband’s going faster and is priced lower than ever with free HD cable TV subscription thrown in! Internet savvy subscribers can now enjoy high-speed, reliable internet access and fastest access to widest content with this limited offer. Package plans range from 25Mbps up to 300Mbps, and they now include FREE cable TV subscription plus a FREE SKY On Demand box that lets you access a wide array of movie choices ranging from drama, action, suspense, and comedy straight from your TV. Now that SKY brings these versatile plans with faster speeds at reduced price plus freebies to up the ante, your need to stay connected, surf all day and watch your favorite local and international TV shows and series is always satisfied. Areas of coverage include Makati, Mandaluyong, Paranaque, Pasay, Pasig, Quezon City, San Juan, Alabang in Metro Manila, plus Cebu, Davao and Laguna. It will be rolled out in more SKYbroadband areas in […]

SHARP Introduces Omotenashi Service Thrust

Written by louiseinthehouse on March 31, 2015

Opens New Davao Concept Service Center Through the years, Sharp has been known for coming up with innovative and affordable home appliances that made our lives easier and simpler. But really, what truly sets Sharp apart from many consumer electronic brands is the way it gives top priority to after-sales service. Sharp customers know that buying a Sharp product guarantees that there’ a certified service center nearby – one of over one hundred Sharp service centers nationwide – ready to help them with product concerns and repairs. And to reinforce this, Sharp gives value to their costumers by expanding its nationwide reach. Last week, the newest concept service center was launched in Davao City, where a costumer service thrust that pays tribute Japanese heritage called Omotenashi, was introduced. The newly renovated service center in Davao carries the look that Sharp is planning to execute for the rest of its service centers. Currently, there are 142 […]

Globe postpaid reaches out to more than 2M subscribers in 2013

Written by louiseinthehouse on February 18, 2014

Globe Telecom has once again proven its leadership in the postpaid segment after ending 2013 with double-digit growth both in postpaid revenues and subscriber base amid the aggressive switching campaigns and attractive price offerings of its competitors. Postpaid base has reached 2.03 million, a 17% increase from previous year’s 1.7 million. Gross subscriber additions reached over 711,000 as of end-December 2013, 21% higher than a year ago. This has brought total mobile subscriber base to 38.5 million, up 16% from 33.1 million subscribers last year. Full year acquisitions also reflected the improving quality of acquired postpaid subscribers with 51% of gross additions signing up for postpaid plans with monthly service fees of P999 and above, compared to 44% in 2012. With the robust growth and continued expansion of the company’s postpaid customer base, postpaid revenues have swelled to P27.1 billion, an 18% improvement year-on-year. According to Raul Macatangay, Head of […]

Globe Gives ICT tools to UNICEF for Quality Maternal and Child Care

Written by louiseinthehouse on January 19, 2014

Globe Telecom has donated P1 million worth of prepaid load and 200 mobile phones to the United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF) for the provision of quality health services to mothers and their newborn children particularly those in geographically-isolated and disadvantaged areas. The donation will be used for the Real-time Community Health and Information Tracking System or rChits which was initially launched in 10 off-grid areas to aid in information management and treatment response efficiency. Globe is the official telecom and ICT (information communications technology) partner of the rChits program led by UNESCO, Australian Aid, and UP Manila National Telehealth Center. rChits is an ICT innovation made up of three components: Chits, an electronic medical record system for maternal care; mReports, a software installed in mobile devices which serves as a portable medical reporting system; and LGU Dashboard, a graphical web interface that allows local chief executives to make evidence-based decisions […]

Hala Bira! Sinulog 2014 Goes Digital As it Unfolds A Great Festival Through Photos

Written by louiseinthehouse on January 16, 2014

Turns to social media to create a wonderful festival through photos With the advent of digital technology, the current celebration of Sinulog Festival in Cebu from January 16-19, 2014 harnesses social media to showcase the vibrant and lively celebration to the rest of the world, in cooperation with Globe Telecom. This year, the leading telecommunications company turns to social networking sites Instagram and Twitter to engage locals and tourists participating in one of the country’s biggest and most attended festivals with a photo submission contest. To join the contest, Sinulog attendees should capture and upload photos taken from the Globe Neon Carnival on Instagram and Twitter with the hashtags #Wonderful2014 and #GlobeSinulog2014. The photos must tell the story of “Globe creating a wonderful world of festivals and celebrations at the Sinulog 2014”. Five winners of Globe prepaid load cards plus 1 grand winner of P5,000 worth of prizes from Globe […]

Globe Leads With The Highest Industry Growth in the Broadband Business

Written by louiseinthehouse on December 15, 2013

Globe Telecom, through its broadband brand Tattoo, maintained its leadership in the Philippine broadband industry with its flagship on-the-go and home broadband services after posting double-digit increases in both revenues and subscriber base as of end-September 2013. Broadband revenues leapt 22% from P6.3 billion to P7.8 billion year-on-year, the highest in the industry, on the back of the market’s positive response to Tattoo’s wide portfolio of wireless and wired broadband products that were made more affordable and relevant to subscribers. Tattoo closed the first nine months of the year with 1.9 million broadband subscribers, up by 15% from last year’s 1.6 million, with both wired and wireless subscriber bases registering growths of 17% and 14% respectively. “We are happy to sustain momentum of our broadband business with game-changing offers that provide fast internet connectivity, may it be mobile or at home broadband services,” said Gilbert Simpao, Head of Broadband Business […]

The Multi-Functional VAIO Fit multi-flip PC by Sony

Written by louiseinthehouse on December 2, 2013

Advanced technology may have enabled us with smartphones or tablets but neither of the two can really provide us a productive computing experience. In this regard, Sony has constantly introduced innovative products that equip us not just with mobile convenience but the benefits of increased productivity and creativity that smartphones and tablets alone cannot provide. In line with this, Sony is launching today another addition to its line of premium VAIO products – the VAIO® Fit 13A/15A. An all new form factor to the design of VAIO® notebooks, the VAIO® Fit 13A/15A features a multi-flipTM hinge that provide a variety of new ways to use mobile PCs while still enjoying the full functionality of a traditional clamshell laptop. It aims to suit the computing needs of everyone and is available in 13-inch, and 15-inch sizes. Both units were first showcased at the Sony Center by Avid at the Glorietta Mall […]