Author: Team Orange

As the old adage goes, “necessity is the mother of invention,” but in the case of rising singer/songwriter Joe Vince, music has always been such a driving force in his life, that it’s both evolution and re-invention that has kept him on his toes, and has him continually producing sure-fire singles that resonate with so many listeners who have a penchant for both honest lyricism and arresting melodies. And he’s about to do it again this 2021, with his latest single “Hilik,” now available on all major digital music platforms and streaming services. Melodically soaring and characteristically well-crafted and arranged,…

realme, the Philippines’ leading smartphone brand in the country, is ready to give Filipinos the power to capture infinity as the realme 8 Series, its most anticipated midrange line, launches first on Lazada on May 12. Named the no.1 smartphone brand in the Philippines for Q1 of 2021 by research firms Canalys and IDC, realme aims to elevate the lifestyle of every young Filipino with its TechLife products to make them live more conveniently and efficiently daily. The realme 8 Series was officially revealed to the public via a special livestream featuring Kathryn Bernardo on May 11 on the realme…

If there is one fruit that is universally loved by Filipinos, it is definitely the ripe mango, with its sweet and tangy flesh and color that can be as bright as sunshine. Now, you can enjoy this magnificent fruit as you beat the summer heat with Dairy Queen’s latest Blizzard of the Month offer—the Mango-nificent Fest. First are three new Blizzard flavors perfect for cooling down this summer. Try the new Mango Graham Blizzard, a medley of rich and creamy Dairy Queen vanilla soft serve, crushed graham crackers, and succulent mango topping. You’ll go nuts with the Mango Cashew Blizzard,…

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, now offers another safe and rewarding method to pay for your cash-on-delivery (COD) orders using ShopeePay’s Scan to Pay feature. The pandemic has pushed a lot of Filipinos to opt for cashless transactions more than ever. The total transaction value of digital payments in the country expects to show an annual growth rate of 16.40% and amount to 28 billion US dollars by 2025. With more Filipinos maximizing the potential of mobile wallets, ShopeePay aims to make it easier and secure for people turning to digital payment methods. With ShopeePay,…

Have you ever heard of ecotherapy? It’s a type of therapeutic treatment, which involves doing outdoor activities usually around nature. And with the ongoing pandemic having us locked in our home, our bodies are aching for nature therapy now more than ever. This is exactly why the people behind two of the most prominent names in the hospitality and food & beverage industries have come together to provide weary city-dwellers a respite from the chaos while giving hope and livelihood to locals in one of the top tourist destinations in the country. Fresh, Delicious, Sustainable The Farmer’s Table is based…

Experts say that 90% of a child’s brain is developed by the age of five, making this a crucial time to provide the best support possible. Here are four neuroscience findings every parent should know to enhance their child’s brain development throughout early childhood, especially during the first five years: 1.     REPETITIVE AND CONSTANT EXPERIENCES RAISE A SMART KID Repetition and constant experiences help children practice and master a skill as it exhibits speed and advanced mental capabilities for his age.

Global life insurer Manulife Philippines recently added three new fund options to its variable life portfolio: Tiger Growth Fund, US Growth Fund, and Global Preferred Securities Income Fund. These new funds are available with select Manulife variable life insurance (VUL) products. “Filipinos have shown greater interest in purchasing life insurance because of the uncertainties brought about by the pandemic. Recognizing this key finding from our recent Asia Care Survey, we are focused on offering customers relevant insurance products, which can provide both life protection and investment opportunities in key global markets,” Richard Bates, Chief Executive Officer of Manulife Philippines, said.…

TheSocial Security System (SSS) has extended to September 30, 2021 its deadline for pensioners to shift their disbursement accounts to participating banks or e-wallets under the Philippine Electronic Fund Transfer System and Operations Network (PESONet) or Remittance Transfer Companies/Cash Payout Outlets (RTCs/CPOs). SSS President and CEO Aurora C. Ignacio said that as of April 2021, about 104,955 pensioners are not yet compliant with this requirement. Of this number, 91,476 are receiving their pensions through non-PESONet participating banks, while the remaining 13,479 get their monthly retirement income through checks. The six-month extension from the previously announced deadline of March 31, 2021…

Airport send-offs and arrival welcome styles among close family and good friends are customary to many Filipinos. Many have already set their own peculiar rites for these. But there’s something quite not run-of-the-mill, and yes, exciting, when the new, sprawling facility of Clark International Airport in Pampanga is unveiled to the public this June. Such is so with the many options, all for the taking on leisure by the travelers and their companions in Pampanga. Consider these: Approaching Clark, travelers coming from Manila, or from the north, will see the airport beckon with its stunning facade that mimics majestic slopes…

Xiaomi’s young and powerful entry level kings are now even more accessible as Xiaomi announced exciting price drops for the best-selling Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C. Get a Redmi 9A 2GB + 32GB variant now for only PHP 4,490 (from PHP 4,690). Meanwhile, you can also purchase a Redmi 9C 2GB + 32GB variant at PHP 4,990 (from PHP 5,290) or the 3GB + 64 GB variant at PHP 5,690 (from PHP 5,990). The Redmi 9A is a fantastic choice for an entry-level phone – first, it has a massive 6.53” Dot Drop display screen so presentations and videos are…

TNT, the biggest prepaid brand in the Philippines, has finally unveiled its latest campaign featuring three of Thailand’s most popular actors led by Nonkul Chanon (Bad Genius), Gulf Kanawut (TharnType: The Series) and Thai superstar Mario Maurer (Love of Siam, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Pee Mak). As TNT’s newest ambassadors, the trio headlined TNT’s “Kilig Saya” campaign in a 3-minute music video sang by Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo. The campaign also co-starred young actress Sue Ramirez. The commercial was launched via livestream at the first ever “TNTCON2021.”