Author: Team Orange

From robot companions to AI choosing the perfect partner, technology has become permanently entwined with dating and finding love, especially after a year and a half of lockdown that made digital connections the only type possible. To understand the security implications of this trend, Kaspersky researchers conducted an in-depth study of nine popular dating apps to assess how safe they were.  What they found was that, when compared to their previous research in 2017, dating apps have become safer from a technical standpoint, particularly when it comes to the transfer of data. However, these apps still pose a significant risk…

That the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is taking its toll on the mental health of the general public, can no longer be denied. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the United States notes that “Majority are facing challenges that can be stressful, overwhelming, which can cause strong emotions in both adults and children.” The imposed public health responses against the pandemic such as social distancing, the CDC further states, has made people feel isolated and lonely, thus unnecessarily increasing feelings of stress and anxiety. In the Philippines, the issue of mental health since the pandemic started is also a cause…

The “7,000 Islands” art portfolio, printed by the famed Rome-based Bulla printing studio in limited 25 numbered copies, with the participation of Italian modern artists, is initiated by Italian Ambassador Giorgio Guglielmino to cap his four-year stint in the country and pay homage to its remarkable culture and resilience. The portfolio features artworks of Italian contemporary artists: Micol Assael, Ra Di Martino and Nunzio who freely interpreted the theme of “island” as a physical and metaphorical place and a cultural tribute to the country of more than 7,000 islands. Ambassador Guglielmino together with Department of Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat wrote…

The official coming of the rainy season means that we can finally say goodbye to the hot, sticky weather. The flipside though is that along with the rains is the likelihood of mold build-up, which produce tiny spores that reproduce. Actually, it’s the damp spots in your home where molds are likely to grow, which can then cause troublesome allergies – sneezing, coughing, congestion, watery and itchy eyes. Nipping mold growth in the bud Thankfully, you need not suffer from mold-induced allergies if you use the right product, coupled with proper cleaning and prevention practices, to help nip mold growth…

It hasn’t been an easy year for most of us, and so 7-Eleven is inviting all to celebrate every win, big and small, through #711Day, its annual birthday treat for customers! From July 7 to 11, 7-Eleven is slashing 50% off from the original price on over 250 of its signature food items, snacks, liquor, and groceries while other non-food items will also be at 50% off for one-day only on Sunday, July 11. Whether it’s your favorite snack, drink, or health and beauty must-have, expect to score a great deal on this week-long discount dash! The convenience store giant…

With restaurant dining restrictions eased in the metropolis, three City of Dreams Manila restaurants step up to offer distinct and upscale al fresco experiences combining picturesque outdoor views with a delectable collection of finest cuisines and five-star service.  Tucked in their respective idyllic spaces, the patios of Nobu Manila, Wave and Breezes also conveniently provide misting fans for the added comfort of diners. Few places can match the posh feel of City of Dreams’ al fresco spots:

Canned tuna brand Mega Tuna released a digital film on its deliciousness—but this time around, it’s more than a gecko wishing it were the one eating it. The film starts with a woman forking up pasta with Mega Tuna, with its rich flavor, and big flakes without a trace of extenders. Just when you think it’s another commercial, things escalate. Watch the second half.

Joining the festivities of town fiestas is a yearly tradition among Filipinos. People open up their homes to strangers so that they can partake in their spread and be part of the revelry. It’s something that’s quintessentially Filipino. However, the festivities were abruptly halted because of the worldwide pandemic. The sense of camaraderie and community has been sorely missed. Recognizing the need for celebration, LG launches the Life’s Good Festival, which seeks to emulate the joy we all feel during fiesta time. From July 1 to September 30, LG will be holding roadshows and in-store promotions to simulate the joy…

As one of the country’s leading q-commerce platforms, foodpanda endeavors to keep the kindness alive in celebration of its seventh anniversary. For its seventh year milestone, foodpanda is enjoining members of its growing ecosystem to give back to its various communities and medical frontliners. Recognizing the needs of the community and striving to support them during this time, foodpanda organized pandaSHARES, a project centered on collecting food and goods from the company and its vendors and distributing them to partner hospitals and local government units. This program was developed to honor the medical frontliners who have been a key contributor…

In conjunction with the 7.7 Mid-Year Sale, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, officially launches the Shopee Mall Brand Memberships program to help brands capture more growth online. It is a new customer management and retention tool that will enable brands on Shopee Mall to build deeper connections with potential and existing customers, converting them into valuable lifetime customers. The tool has been rolled out across seven markets: Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. As more people shop online, e-commerce platforms are increasingly becoming a key channel for brand-building in the entire customer…

Living without a mobile phone used to be a mere inconvenience at best, and a disadvantage at worst. Now that people’s work and lifestyle have digital, having a smartphone at hand is more essential now than ever. For global smartphone brand vivo, there’s only one way for smartphones to truly multi-task, and that is in style, with a lag-free and smooth performance. That’s why the company recently released the V21 Series, which includes the vivo V21e, which feature an 8GB + 3GB Extended RAM, giving consumers a virtually lag-free user experience. This consumer-driven innovation allows vivo V21e, an 8GB phone,…