Author: Team Orange

The partnership of Igloo and the Philippines’ largest mobile network furthers the insurtech’s mission to provide insurance for all–and this includes comprehensive and affordable device protection There are 59.4 million smartphone users in the Philippines in 2024, a number that is expected to grow to 91 million by 2028 From consumer finance to e-commerce, Igloo continues to facilitate protection products tailored to the needs of Filipinos and Southeast Asians As part of its ongoing efforts to provide accessible and affordable insurance for all, regional insurtech Igloo, together with the Philippines’ largest mobile network Smart, has announced phone protection plans for…

Filipino farmers remain among the poorest in the country, with nearly one in three living below the poverty threshold, according to 2021 data released by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). In 2022, the World Bank noted that upgrading farmers’ connections to markets and expanding their access to financial services is critical to improving their quality of life. Heeding the call to help Filipino farmers, the social development arm of the Jollibee Group, the Jollibee Group Foundation, has committed to uplifting smallholder farmers’ lives in the country through its Farmer Entrepreneurship Program (FEP). The FEP brings together stakeholders from different sectors…

Globe’s GFiber Prepaid has partnered with Kumu, a leading live-streaming platform in the country, to offer more Filipinos the advantages of an affordable, fast, reliable, and reloadable unlimited internet connection. The partnership showcases the “Kumu Kada,” initially composed of nine creators who will engage, entertain and educate their Kumu followers about the benefits of having prepaid fiber at home. This summer, GFiber Prepaid offers a Php 500 discount to customers who will apply for GFiber Prepaid. Exclusive to Globe customers, they will also get an additional Php 500 cashback for just 1 Globe Rewards point. “Kumu Kada” is led by…

After announcing his participation at this year’s Round Festival in South Korea, Josh Cullen continues his winning streak with the release of his new single, “Sumaya” under Sony Music Entertainment. Delivering a quiet rumination on heartbreak and acceptance, “Sumaya” comfortably repackages R&B, trap, pop, and bedroom hip-hop with minimalism that reveals rewarding folds and layers as it progresses. It’s a vulnerable track that expresses the ugly truths of a relationship aftermath but is written from a place of genuine care for the other person’s freedom and happiness. Josh shares, “Sumaya is about the heart-wrenching journey of accepting that it’s time…

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Philippines just made the summer break more fun and exciting for students. With the academic year for 2024 to 2025 shifting back to the traditional arrangement starting July 29, 2024, the popular mobile multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game partners with thermal flask brand AquaFlask and the country’s largest bookstore chain National Book Store to help students prepare for their return to school through limited-edition back to school items. Starting today until 31 July 2024, get a FREE limited-edition MLBB sticker pack for every purchase of ANY Aquaflask Bottle. Customize the AquaFlask bottle with stickers of…

The UEFA Champions League final kicked off today at London’s legendary Wembley Stadium. As the Official Global Partner of the top-flight football competition, OPPO brought its flagship smartphone, OPPO Find X7 Ultra, to capture unforgettable moments from the match and celebrate the crowning of the 2024 UEFA Champions League winners. The OPPO Find X7 Ultra is the latest flagship phone to feature powerful imaging capabilities that empower users to capture and experience true-to-life content from their favourite football games. To celebrate and relive these life-time moments with fans around the world, OPPO took the big screen inside Wembley Stadium during…

As hardworking and resourceful as Filipinos are, they often rely on gadgets to accomplish their tasks. But with the advent of technology and the continuous emergence of innovative products, it’s time to ask how our technological choices impact the environment. The ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304) stands out as a solution for eco-conscious users. Its unique combination of performance, lightweight design, durability, and eco-friendly features make it a perfect fit for everyday needs, whether personal or professional. This one-of-a-kind laptop is not just a high-performance device; it’s also a champion for the environment. Its eco-friendly packaging crafted sustainably to…

Loyal Apple fans in the Philippines know that Power Mac Center (PMC) in Megamall is the first branch it ever opened in the country back in 1994. Fast forward to today, the store is getting the Apple Premium Partner (APP) distinction. Power Mac Center remains to be the only official Apple Premium Reseller in the Philippines authorized to open APP stores. In the past 30 years, it has built a nationwide network and has become the go-to store of professionals, entrepreneurs, and students for everything Apple. “It’s fitting to say this is where it all started—for almost three decades, this…

The world-leading tech brand, MSI, is celebrating their 20th Anniversary of providing top of the line personal laptops to the consumer market. With this special milestone in mind, they are offering huge discounts to their existing catalog as well as bringing special units to the market. Take advantage of this momentous occasion taking place on June 1 to July 31, 2024. One of the special units arriving in the market is the Vector 16 HX A14VGG-401PH. This gaming laptop is powered by the latest 14th Generation Intel® Core™ i9 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 4070 8GB GPU. This combination…

Dwta (stylistically spelled as dwta), or Jhasmine Villanueva in real life, has released her new single “Pauwi Na ‘Ko (Dito Ka Na Lang)” via Sony Music Entertainment. The upbeat pop track expresses the breakthrough star’s excitement of going back home and experiencing a love filled with comfort and security. Written as a paean to her hometown and as a love letter to the person she considers her greatest confidante, “Pauwi Na ‘Ko (Dito Ka Na Lang)” showcases dwta’s earnest songwriting style, which combines Filipino and Bicolano language to convey a narrative that is both inclusive and personal. “Since I speak…

When they hear you. They hunt you. The new futuristic thriller. A Quiet Place: Day One, takes audiences back to the day the world went quiet. “We have gone back to the beginning of what happened before the creatures invaded the Earth,” explains Lupita Nyong’o (Black Panther), who plays one of the lead characters Samira. Actor Joseph Quinn (Stranger Things), who stars as Eric, explains the recurring themes from the previous films and new twists fans can anticipate from this brand new adventure. “In [A Quiet Place:] Day One we explore similar themes to the beginning of the second film,…