Author: Team Orange

For Multi-Media Star Toni Gonzaga, staycations have always been a fixture for her and her family. Despite her busy schedule, she always looks forward to a fun-filled day with her parents and siblings, enjoying movie marathons, cooking shows and even concert re-runs on her bigger BRAVIA screen. “Ever since I could remember, we’ve always enjoyed staying at home to watch movies on our Sony TV. We love sitting down on the couch, watching TV as a family and spending time together. We’re all finally able to enjoy viewing more with our bigger Bravia TVs,” said the award-winning actress-singer-host. Bigger BRAVIA…

This Christmas season, Samsung Philippines gives selfie-loving Pinoys the chance to take home special prizes with Samsung’s Selfie-for-a-TV promo. Beginning November 3, 2014 until December 7, 2014, participants stand a chance to win special prizes including a Samsung Curved UHD TV with a Blu-ray home entertainment system when they buy any of the participating Samsung TV models. To qualify for the promo, buyers have to be at least 18 years old and have a valid Facebook account. To join, buyers must register their Facebook accounts at http://www.samsung.com/ph/selfieforatv/, and simply post a photo of themselves beside a participating Samsung TV model…

It’s a scene typically played out during fiestas: People rushing to the streets, drawn to the sound of a marching band. Everyone is smiling, eager to see the “star” of the celebration. But instead of showing the face of a movie celebrity, a beauty queen or a politician, the video reveals an unlikely, yet welcome sight—a new, clean toilet facility. Aptly titled “Fiesta”, the Domex video, produced by Unilever Philippines, is available on Youtube and shows how underprivileged Filipinos welcome the “arrival” of clean toilet facilities in their communities. “The video aims to make people realize the value of a…

In celebration of its 15th year, K Channel launched last November 6 a three photo and interactive installations at the Rockwell Power Plant Mall The fist exhibit is aptly called “Turo” a collection of stories and snaps from the 15 years of K Channel that looks back at narratives of learners and teachers, and pays tribute to partners who supported the cause for education. The second, an interactive exhibit shows K Channel’s wide array of multi-media learning resource packages in one corner, a space for playful learning in another, and an area where graphic animation demonstrations are conducted.  The third is…

Do you love taking photos and would like to learn more about photography with people who share the same interest?   Then sign up for the Samsung NX Club. Whether you’re a newbie learning to take great shots out of a smartphone, or an enthusiast familiar with how lenses work, the Samsung NX Club is the place for you for as long as you’re eager to learn more about photography, and even contribute your ideas. The Samsung NX Club aims to gather individuals who share a passion for photography. By bringing them together in the site, the club offers enthusiasts the…

IBM Philippines and Alvarez Foundation recently signed a memorandum of agreement to implement the Kidsmart Early Learning Program in Guiuan, Leyte. This agreement has been made with the two organizations that have shared objective to support the Philippines in recovering from the devastating typhoon Yolanda (International name Haiyan), which struck the island of Leyte and the surrounding areas and provinces in early November 2013. IBM donated 30 units of Kidsmart Young Explorer Computers with each unit containing:  a Young Explorer encasement; Lenovo Desktop PC; instructional software covering the subject areas of Science; Math; English and Social Studies; as well as…

The winners’ circle of the first-ever Best Nanay Awards says a lot about the kind of roster it wants to be known for. The magic 10 cited last October 29 at Windmills and Rainforest restaurant in Quezon City was recognized essentially for their accomplishments and sacrifices. Make Your Nanay Proud Foundation (MYNP) gave the Best Nanay trophies to deserving mothers from all walks of life regardless of educational attainment and popularity. “I’m happy with the result,” MYNP founding chair Boy Abunda expressed, “Pulido ang pagkakapili ng mga winners and through them we can proudly say that MYNP is truly here to pay…

Axis watches go beyond trends. They are timepieces of self-expression and style. It is not surprising then that Axis has partnered with artists to create unique expressions of time. Axis launched an art exhibit entitled “Time Out of Time” on November 12, 2014 at SM Mall of Asia. The exhibit featured the works of recognized artists Ram Mallari, Buds Convocar and Salvador Ching. The pieces are a collection of mixed media works that incorporate Axis watches. Greater meaning is given to this partnership of art and time as the art works are intended for charity. Beyond just being pieces of…

Set to a mystical and enchanted forest, Pandora’s recent unveiling of the 2014 Autumn/Winter collection was a feast for the senses. Walking through SM Mega Fashion Hall, guests were immediately inundated with the lush scenery unfolding in front of their eyes. Trees stood tall and strong, with leaves swooping in the night. Music enveloped the packed room, and an interpretative dance by the Philippine Ballet Theater set the stage for an introduction to the exquisite new collection. The venue was filled with Pandora enthusiasts, members of the media, lifestyle & fashion bloggers, guests like ballerina, actress & ballet director Maritoni…

CASINO Filipino guests are in for loads of fun and world-class musical treat this November as funny man Allan K and Filipina actress-singer and former “Miss Saigon” Ima Castro top bill a series of special celebrity shows dubbed “Christmas Fever in November”. The two veteran artists will make a much-awaited comeback in Casino Filipino after a respite from doing live performances before casino patrons. Allan K, a mainstay of noontime variety show “Eat…Bulaga!” and a popular stand-up comedian, guarantees to make his audience roll in laughter as he combines forces with the hilarious tandem of AJ and Le Chaz.  They…

It’s no secret. The reason behind Filipinos wearing sunglasses is style. However, they can also play an important role in ensuring your safety behind the wheel. “Extremely bright UV rays can quickly cause accidents,” says Dr. Joy Go, AVP for Ideal Vision Center (IVC) Marketing. “Wearing something to keep your eyes on the road goes a long way in terms of road safety.” In United Kingdom, there were some 2,905 road accidents due to sun glares in 2012. Dr. Go remarks, “Facts like this serve as a reminder to Filipino drivers not to take any chances.” There are several considerations…