Resorts World and VIVA Partner to Bring a Musical Production to be Staged in Q2 2015

Curious to know what the musical production is? Stay tuned! :)

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Resorts World Manila (RWM), the country’s first integrated resort and entertainment hub, in cooperation with Viva Communications, Inc. (VIVA), inked a landmark partnership agreement to produce a first of its kind musical production scheduled to be staged in the second quarter of 2015 at RWM’s world-class Newport Performing Arts Theater (NPAT). 

Present during the contract signing were (L-R): Colin Kerr, RWM Chief Entertainment Officer and Managing Director of Full House Theater Company; Kingson Sian, RWM President; Vicente R. Del Rosario, Jr., Viva Chairman and Chief Executive Officer; and Vincent G. Del Rosario, Viva Executive Vice President.

Experience Awesome Concerts and Shows at the Mall of Asia Arena This 2015!

Mark your calendars for some of this year's biggest musical acts happening at MOA Area! 

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Seize the opportunity to be entertained in the world-class indoor concert venue with ultramodern features only at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, Philippines. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience concerts on the exceptional level with world-standard amenities unique in all of Southeast Asia. 2015 marks a history in the making for MOA Arena as it brings to Filipinos the top music artists of the year in the country! The Mall of Asia Arena is gathering music buffs to enjoy live performances of local award winning musicians of the Philippines as well as the top international artists.

The Philippines was visited by an English band last year and now they’re back for more. The 1975 will perform their first headline show which will be held on January 24, 2015, Saturday at 8pm.

Four-time Grammy award winner and Canadian superstar, Michael Bublé, is returning to Manila as part of his World Tour on January 31st 2015. After 10 years since his last concert in Manila, he is even more excited to be come back and serenade Filipino fans with his much loved, chart-topping songs.

The Vamps: Bradley William, James McVey, Connor Ball, and Tristan Evans will warm your hearts this February with their greatest hits: “Can We Dance”, “Wild Heart”, “Last Night” and a lot more! The Vamps is scheduled to perform on February 1st. 

Get ready to party this 2015 as GMTV Manila Productions brings you T-PAIN together with KALICO FORTYCAL on a party packed night at the MOA Arena on February 10, 2015.

Celebrate the day of hearts as four of the country’s biggest acts headline a two-night concert: Mr. Martin Nievera, Ms. Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Mr. Gary Valenciano and Ms. Lani Misalucha are performing live this valentine season on February 13 and 14, 2015 for the ULTIMATE valentine concert. 

The crooner and multi-awarded singer and songwriter Ed Sheeran will melt the hearts of Filipino fans for his first concert on March 12, Thursday here in Manila. He will be performing his singles from his latest album X which debuted number 1 in the Billboard 200.

The renowned American rock band Incubus: Brandon Boyd, Mike Einziger, Jose Pasillas, Ben Kenney, and DJ Kilmore will definitely astound MOA Arena as they perform on March 13, Friday at 8pm. 

The international pop sensation One Direction will make the teenagers’ wish come true on their first ever concert on March 21 and 22 in SM Mall of Asia Grounds. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to meet Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Niall Horan, and Louis Tomlinson and  swoon over the world’s prominent boy band of this generation. 

The Irish pop rock band, The Script returns to Manila on April 17, 2015 to perform in Mall of Asia Arena. Chart-topping songs from their latest album No Sound Without Silence will be performed by Danny O’Donoghue (vocals / piano), Mark Sheehan (vocals, guitar), and Glen Power (vocals, drums). 

American pop superstar, Demi Lovato returns to Manila as part of her Demi World Tour. Get ready to party the night away on April 30, 2015 at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Grammy-nominated artist Sam Smith is set to perform his first concert in the country on May 10, Sunday in MOA Arena. He will be performing songs from his six-time Grammy nominated debut album In The Lonely Hour. 

For the first time ever, America’s Biggest Family Entertainment Spectacular is coming to Manila! Brace yourselves as Monster Jam invades the Mall of Asia Arena this coming June 20-21, 2015!

The internationally and locally awarded venue, Mall of Asia Arena, houses the biggest talents to invade the Philippines!  Witness all the great performances by world-renowned and sensational acts this 2015. Mark your calendars now and don’t forget to share this wondrous moment with your family and friends!

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SM Lifestyle Entertainment, Incorporated or SMLEI is the lifestyle and entertainment solutions arm of SM Prime Holdings Inc. that offers the best in movies, events and leisure. Mall of Asia Arena,  known as the architectural “eyecon,” is the venue for international sports and entertainment. Patterned after the centers abroad, the Mall of Asia Arena is the only stadium in the Philippines that has a floor dedicated to the Corporate Suites. The Concert House of Lady Gaga, Nicki Minaj, J.Lo, Aerosmith, Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, and many other big names in the music industry, as well as sports center to the NBA and One FC, the Mall of Asia Arena is not only a local stadium for international acts but is also a tourist destination.

Tupperware Introduces the Sunrise Blossom Collection

Moms, here are good food containers that you could use from the refrigerator to the microwave and to your table! No need for switching serving dishes!

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Are you always having a hard time deciding what tableware to use during special occasions? Do you feel that your serving dishes are presentable enough for your guests? Or are you looking for a tableware that is functional and fashionable all at the same time? 

In the Philippines, reunions and holiday celebrations are often held where it is a tradition for Filipinos to spend more time with friends and family to catch up on each other’s lives while sharing good food. 

Kainan, of course, will always be one of the best parts in any celebration. Those who love to cook would usually bring their own specialty dishes as contribution to the feast while others buy party platters from their favorite restaurants. In a matter of minutes, an empty table is filled with scrumptious meals and become surrounded by people with happy faces and hearty appetites. And the best way to make food look even more special is to serve it in the newest Tupperware Sunrise Collection.

The Tupperware® Sunrise Blossom Collection is microwave-reheatable making it convenient to use from fridge to microware to table. Matching spoons also come with the servers. The servers also nest so they can save space when stored. These servers, designed to have a curved base that allows for easy scooping out of contents, are now available in vibrant colors of Orange and Papaya. 

After everyone has their fill and it’s time to save extra food to be eaten in the following days, Tupperware® has the best answer to keep fresh those mouthwatering delights! The trusted home brand has also just released its latest colors and shapes of the Square Rounds collection, in small and medium size, perfect for storing in the fridge or using when on the go.

Known as an integral part of each and every family’s dining experience, Tupperware® continues on being innovative in terms of catering to the unique and special needs of its market. 

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About Tupperware Brands

Tupperware was introduced in the Philippines in 1966 and has since become a household  name that continues  to change  the  lives  of  millions  of  Filipinos  through  its world-class products and the limitless income opportunities it offers. In 2007, Tupperware Philippines merged with Sara Lee Direct Selling Philippines to become what was known as Fuller life Direct Selling Philippines. Today, it is proudly known as Tupperware Brands Philippines to  reflect  a strong heritage of a multi-brand, multi-category direct selling company.

Red Turnip Theater Caps Off Second Season With “Time Stands Still”

Theater enthusiasts! Don't miss this new offering from Red Turnip!  

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Fresh off the critical success of the Pulitzer Prize winner RABBIT HOLE, Red Turnip is capping off its second season with another heralded play from Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Donald Marguilles, TIME STANDS STILL.

Staying true to their promise to bring more straight plays to the metro, Red Turnip founders Ana Abad Santos, Topper Fabregas, Jenny Jamora, Cris Villonco, and Rem Zamora are excited to add TIME STANDS STILL to their growing list of productions. The first season productions, COCK and CLOSER, redefined the theater experience with their biting scripts and clever, innovative staging. RABBIT HOLE’s quieter approach garnered acclaim for its stellar cast and astute direction. 

Ana

TIME STANDS STILL is the story of Sarah, a photojournalist who must return home with her journalist boyfriend James after sustaining injuries from war-torn Middle East. The play follows their love story as they negotiate a more ordinary life, far from the thrills of a battleground. Yet the comforts of urban domesticity—the simple pleasures and small compromises—can be a minefield of its own. "Time Stands Still" is a blazingly important play about responsibility - to ourselves, to our loved ones, to our community, and to our world.

TIME STANDS STILL was a hit when it premiered on Broadway in 2009 and was brought back for a second run the very same year.  It also garnered two Tony nominations; Best Play and Best Performance by a Leading Actress for Laura Linney. 

Ana and Nonie

Ana Abad Santos and Nonie Buencamino headline the Manila premier as Sarah and James. An Aliw Award Winner for her stalwart turn in “Mary Stuart”, Ana Abad Santos is one of the most respected actresses of her generation, having done numerous lead roles for almost all of the Manila theater companies. She graduated from LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts) and has crossed over to film and television work, most recently in the BAFTA-nominated “Metro Manila”. She is also an accomplished stage director and has received nominations and acclaim for her directorial work in “Hamlet”, “The 39 Steps” and Red Turnip’s "Closer”. 

Nonie Buecamino is considered as one of Manila’s greatest leading men and character actors. He has essayed numerous roles onstage and has garnered many awards and nominations for his wide range of stage, film and television work. He is also a fixture in the independent film scene and was last seen in Cinemalaya’s “Dagitab” and “K’na the Dreamweaver”, as well as Jun Lana’s “Barber’s Tales”. His most recent stage appearances include Tanghalang Pilipino’s “Stageshow”, CCP’s “Lorenzo” and in Resorts World Manila’s “King and I” as the King.

Nor and Giannina

Nor Domingo and Giannina Ocampo round out the cast as the couple's longtime friend Richard and his much younger girlfriend Mandy. Nor Domingo is an actor, director and resident member of PETA (Philippine Educational Theater Association). He was last seen in PETA's "Haring Lear" and as Fernan in the runaway hit "Rak of Aegis". He is also a Best Supporting Actor nominee for "Philippino Story" for Cinema One 2013. Giannina Ocampo is a rising star in the theater scene after her hilarious turns in Repertory Philippines' "Leading Ladies", "Boeing Boeing" and in Resorts World Manila's "Cinderella" as the wicked stepsister Grace.

Following up his successful directorial debut in "Cock", Rem Zamora directs his second show for Red Turnip. “I'm quite excited about this one because, this time around, I will have an actual set”, he quips.  “But seriously, it’s a totally different script compared to ‘Cock’, it’s powerful because it’s so quiet.”

The cast with Director Rem Zamora

TIME STANDS STILL is set to open in Whitespace on January 30 and runs weekends until March 8, 2015.

Director: Rem Zamora

Lighting Design and Technical Direction: John Batallia

Set Design: Denis Lagdameo

Production and Costume Design: Marta Lovina

Music and Sound Design: Toni Muñoz

Manulife’s Bundle of Joy: A Lasting Gift For a Young Family’s Future

Here's sharing the story of a young mom who realized how important it is to secure her baby's health above all the other expenses that come with having a first child.

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by Cheryl De Guia-Lim, Businesswoman

If there’s one thing I learned as a newbie parent, one should give what’s best for the child, especially for a newborn baby. Parents are expected to know how to feed, bathe, clothe, play with, and generally care for their baby – but babies don't come with instructions. And even if this isn't your first, you may still be trying to figure out how to deal with it physically, emotionally and financially. 

The vast majority of newborns enter the world healthy but they are more vulnerable to germs than older babies because they simply haven't had time to build up defenses. Sometimes infants develop conditions that require medical tests and treatment. All signs and symptoms are of even greater concern if the baby is less than 3 months old. 

We experienced this first hand as my husband Oliver and I found ourselves rushing to the emergency room at 2 a.m. due to the high fever of our newborn son. After a series of laboratory tests to rule out bigger complications, our little boy was diagnosed with Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Seven days and eighty thousand pesos later, we were discharged with our baby healthier and stronger. 

Looking back, we would not have done things differently, except for one realization magnified—we would stop at nothing for our child. It is a lesson learned through one hospital scare. We can only do so much to take care of our little one, and even if we wrap him in our arms until he is okay to thrive on his own, we as parents cannot live forever. Accidents happen and diseases will not always be at bay. The unpredictability of parenthood comes with inevitable emergencies of life. If something happens to Oliver and I even before he turns one, what happens to our newborn child? What can we leave behind? 

We can either burden ourselves with anxiety on things we cannot control or secure the best future for our son—without delay. This means now -- no need to wait until his first birthday. The absolute security of our newborn is not even a choice, it is a necessity. After all, what is more urgent than our child’s future?

The cost of pregnancy, baby delivery, supplies and immunizations all add up. So for parents like us, Manulife’s Bundle of Joy program is a welcome breath of fresh air. With no premium required, moms and dads with newborns less than a year old would only need to register online for a free one-year insurance coverage worth Php100,000.00. You can also seek expert advice and useful guides for first-time parents and financial awareness for those who are starting to build a family. The site also offers relevant information for us parents on freebies, promos and other fun activities. 

At this time, getting insurance may be at the bottom of your checklist, as it was previously in ours. But as we relish the joys of parenthood, let us learn to choose lifelong benefits, the ones that would benefit the family and ultimately our newborns. The cute strollers, cribs, baby bouncers and toys will be outgrown in a short amount of time but a good insurance coverage will last a long time. 

Consider Manulife’s Bundle of Joy program as another version of a tight hug for your baby--thoughtful, comforting and valuable. Register online at www.manulifebundleofjoy.com.ph and shower your newborn with unlimited hugs while they are young.

Get Haute Hair for the Holidays Using SYOSS Hair Products

Don't let messy hair get you on top of the holiday stresses! Read up on SYOSS hair products that can provide haute coiffure pampering this season ...

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Christmas is a great time for merrymaking, but then it can also be a terrible season for stress. Work may greatly increase as the holidays approach; add to that a heavy rotation of parties, intense decision-making on what gifts to buy and frantic scheduling for gatherings.

All these frenzied activities may take a toll on your appearance, especially your hair. Your mane may tend to misbehave at this point, just when you’re about to attend one party after another. But don’t stress yourself out, as the acclaimed Japanese hair-care brand, SYOSS, gives you the haute coiffure pampering these holidays.

SYOSS offers professional hair care, styling and coloration that provide a wide range of benefits and solutions to help turn dreaded bad-hair days to experiencing great salon-beautiful hair every day. Isn’t that what every woman wants and desires?

Through its wide range of high-performing products that address the most common hair dilemmas of women in more than 50 countries, SYOSS stays true to its brand philosophy of helping them achieve professional hair care at an affordable price.

SYOSS contains a specially formulated hair-care technology called “Pro-Cellium Keratin,” which was developed by top Japanese hairdressers to provide treatment for damaged hair by penetrating hair strands and reconstructing them from the inside.

SYOSS lets you look sensational, as its shampoos and conditioners come in three variants: Repair Therapy, Moisture Intensive Care, and Anti-Dandruff Control. Repair Therapy is designed to repair heavily damaged, stressed, colored or permed hair. Moisture Intensive Care is formulated to moisturize dry, frizzy and brittle hair. Anti-Dandruff Control contains Zinc Pyrithione, which fights dandruff from the first application while providing smoothness to the hair.

SYOSS also has a hair coloration range that provides perfect gray coverage with long-lasting and intensely vibrant colors. Women can choose among eight shades: Black, Dark Brown, Chocolate Brown, Dark Mocha, Medium Brown, Dark Ruby Red, Medium Ash Blonde and Extra Light Ash Brown.

No hairstyle is perfect for the holidays without a styling product’s final touch! The SYOSS hair styling products make it easy to achieve professional-looking hairstyles without going to the salon. Curl Control whip and cream give defined, long-lasting curls, full of perfect bounce and smoothness while Strong Hold wax provides mega-strong hold to achieve individual looks easily.

SYOSS also introduces a revolutionary new range, the Oleo Intense, which is an oil-infused salon-quality range for 100% intensive nourishment and color intensity. It comes in shampoos, conditioners and hair coloration products. The shampoo and conditioner, when used together, nurture your hair with precious oil that results to opulent shine and suppleness. On the other hand, the pure oil in Oleo Intense hair color intensifies the coloring action, delivering a higher amount of pigments, deeper into the hair cortex and maximizing the color efficiency. 

Avoid the Christmas rush and let SYOSS make you look sensational this season. Find it at all leading supermarkets, department stores, and drugstores nationwide.

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About Henkel

Henkel operates worldwide with leading brands and technologies in three business areas: Beauty Care, Laundry & Home Care, and Adhesive Technologies. Founded in 1876, Henkel holds globally leading market positions both in the consumer and industrial businesses with well-known brands such as Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel employs about 47,000 people and reported sales of 15,605 million euros and adjusted operating profit of 2,029 million euros in fiscal 2011. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX.

Chef Menoy Gimenez Presents the Traveler’s Menu at Tito Chef Express in Microtel Acropolis

Craving for good food? Here's a nice place to have it!

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Filipino mentor and culinary master CHEF MENOY GIMENEZ successfully introduced the recently launched “Traveler’s Menu” available at TITO CHEF EXPRESS in Microtel Acropolis last November 27. With the presence of media members and lifestyle bloggers, the famed chef held an intimate lunch, which he specially made on the event that showcased the gastronomic tastes found in the well-chosen dishes from the featured menu.

With the great blend of quality food and reasonable prices, the new Traveler’s Menu delighted the appetites of the guests. From the delectable appetizers that tickled everyone’s palate to the abundant servings of the mains, and the filling desserts, the well-curated menu truly reflected the cooking style of Chef Menoy in Tito Chef Express, which is deliciously straightforward comfort food inspired from the classic favorites of every Filipino home. The menu will be available for diners until next year. 

The brainchild of Chef Menoy who is an instructor in Center for Culinary Arts and one of the founders of culinary school Professional Academy for Culinary Education, Tito Chef Express pays homage to its southern counterpart Tito Chef and All Things Culinary in BF Parañaque and gives food services for Microtel Acropolis as its official food provider and partner for all-day dining and in-room needs. Proud to be under the famed umbrella of The Romulo Food Group since 2013, the modern restaurant in the metro north captured the hearts of foodies in Eastwood area who love to enjoy kitchen-crafted meals, cozy ambiance, and warm service.

American Burger

Binagoongan

During the press launch, a sumptuous line-up of dishes satisfied the food cravings of each attendee. Affordable and well portioned at the price of PhP 250 for each dish, the menu selection is a perfect choice for people looking for something quickly served and conveniently available anytime within the day. From the creamy hit of Fish in Pesto Cream to the spicy kick of Salmon Ramen, the juicy punch of American Burger, the savory mix of Barbecued Chicken Jambalaya and the braise attack of Smothered Pork Chop, the Traveler’s Menu had indeed let the taste buds of the guests travel from East to West with its flavors from around the world. 

Crispy Squid and Watermelon Salad

Fish in Pesto Cream

Besides the delicious lunch, Chef Menoy gathered the press representatives and bloggers in a round table interview that allowed a fruitful conversation between him and the guests. An online photo contest entitled “Best Tito Chef Photo Award” also pumped up everyone’s energy and added fun and excitement during the event. Moreover, Microtel Acropolis, headed by General Manager Ali Makabenta, gave away prizes of an overnight stay with a free dinner at Tito Chef Express during the raffle draw. 

Salmon Ramen

Salmon Chorizo and Mushroom Penne

Tito Chef Express brings a unique and progressive menu that has comfort food delights, which include starters, entrees, pastas, and desserts. The restaurant also offers afternoon tea morsels, breakfast and lunch buffets, full-service catering packages, party trays, and in-house banquets. 

Smothered Pork Chop

Dulce de Leche Cheesecake

From The Romulo Food Group of restaurateurs Enzo and Sandie Squillantini, TITO CHEF EXPRESS is located at the ground floor of Microtel Acropolis, E. Rodriguez Jr. Avenue, Bagumbayan, Quezon City. For inquiries and reservations, call +632.962.8899 / +63916.343.5331 or email titochefrestaurant@gmail.com. 

Get Higher Chances of Conceiving by Knowing When You Ovulate

I know women who have a hard time getting pregnant. Just in case you're one of them, here are useful tips that you might personally find helpful ...  

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There are several ways to know when a woman is ovulating, according to www.pregnancytips.org. 

One is by checking her cervical mucus. When a cervical mucus resembles that of an egg white and is stretchy, it is the fertile cervical mucus. Some women may also experience a very light spotting during ovulation. It’s usually a very light pink colored spotting and some women get painful ovulation cramps which doesn’t sound like good news at all but some women do experience cramps when ovulating. 

Another sign of ovulation is breast tenderness. Some women get breast tenderness when they’re nearing their menstrual period but this can also be a sign of ovulation to some women. A lot of women will also experience an increase in sex drive during ovulation. If you are unsure of these signs and don’t want to just depend on what your body shows, you may also use some tools like an ovulation predictor kit, a BBT thermometer, or an online ovulation calculator to pinpoint your ovulation. 

A common cause of infertility in women are ovulation difficulties, meaning she is not ovulating regularly. If you don't ovulate, you can't get pregnant because the sperm needs the egg to fertilize. There are dozens of different types of over the counter as well as prescription fertility drugs on the market that assist with ovulation stimulation. Take note though that with ovulation stimulation comes the greater chance of conceiving twins. Now that could make pregnancy more exciting!

* photos used were borrowed from www.pregnancytips.org

TOMS Shares Its 2014 Holiday "Gifts That Give Back" Guide

Did you know? By gifting someone with a TOMS product, you are not only giving to someone you love but also to someone in need!

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TOMS has prepared this gift guide especially for you.  Here you will find big and little ways to give back, from gorgeous footwear to eyewear designs you'll fall in love with at first sight. 

Take care shopping this weekend! And remember, with every TOMS product you purchase, you’re helping improve lives.  Happy holidays! 

Dad – Seasonal Classics

You can’t go wrong with our Classics! These shoes are our original slip-on style and the base of the One for One ® movement.

Baby – Herringbone Glimmers

Let those tiny tots shimmer and shine in this glimmering style! Perfectly festive for the Holiday season and throughout the year.

Mom – Eyewear

We have a great collection of eye-catching styles for the chic woman in your life.

Outdoorsman – Searcher Boots

One of our favorite new silhouettes, these sturdy work-inspired boots are just the thing for the man who loves the urban jungle or the great outdoors.

Her – Women’s Brogues

How about a shoe that’s a fancy version of her favorite pair of lace-up sneakers? A vintage silhouette made modern for today’s woman, the Brogue wears easily with skirts, shorts and more for a touch of casual sophistication. 

Youth – Seasonal Classics

We’ve got big surprises for the little ones. Find a pair for any occasion with our selection of solid basics, sparkly glitters, and more!

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The TOMS Story

TOMS was founded in 2006 when American traveler Blake Mycoskie befriended children in a village in Argentina and found they had no shoes to protect their feet.  Wanting to help, he created TOMS, a company that would match every pair of shoes purchased with a pair of new shoes given to a child in need. One for One ®

Realizing that One for One could serve other global needs, Blake launched TOMS Eyewear in 2011 to help restore sight to people in need with every purchase of TOMS Sunglasses and Optical frames. In 2014, TOMS Roasting Co. was launched with the mission to provide clean water to communities in need with the purchase of premium coffee.

TOMS is in business to help improve lives.  They identify a global need and create products to help address them.  This simple idea is what makes TOMS more than a company – it’s a movement that's continually evolving.

TOMS is available at Megamall, Nothing But H2O, and The Give Project.  Visit www.toms.com for more information.  

Follow TOMSphilippines on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Multi-lifestyle is More Fun with Lenovo Vibe X2

Wearing many hats can be the opposite of complicated with a multilayered smartphone … read about the media launch of the Lenovo VIBE X2 here.

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An ogre from famous animated movie once said, each person is made up of layers (not like cake layers, but onion layers). In today’s world, most people play multiple roles or layers. Someone can be a entrepreneur-slash-blogger-slash-artist-slash-chef-slash-health buff. Some people are even thriving rather than stressing about their multifaceted lifestyle.

Recently, people can bring their multifaceted life to new levels with the world’s first multilayered smartphone, the Lenovo VIBE X2.

1. Reflect your changing moods. Show your true colors. Multi-role people like to stand out from crowd with what they wear, a trait shared by the VIBE X2. The first in the world to sport a trendsetting layered design, the Lenovo VIBE X2 turns heads with three colors. Lenovo applied three coats of paint for each tone, totaling nine coatings per phone. Expert hand craftsmanship further refined the layers -- gold, white, and red. Sleek and light, the VIBE X2 measures just 7.277 mm and weighs a mere 120g.

2. Multi-tasking down to the core. A dynamic lifestyle requires the Vibe X2’s multi-tasking prowess. Lenovo VIBE X2 is the first smartphone to utilize the latest MediaTek MT6585 True-Octa-Core processor. MediaTek applied its CorePilot technology to unlock the full power of all eight cores for real 4G LTE speed. The excellent performance-per-watt provides great multimedia, smooth gaming, fast 4G data transmission and long battery life.

The VIBE X2 runs on Android 4.4 Kitkat, for optimized memory and improved touchscreen responsiveness and accuracy. Plus, it boasts of the new VIBE UI 2.0 for instant access to camera, favorite apps, and more, right from the lock screen.

3. Energized for the extra mile. People who can go overnight having fun on their smartphone can get extra power without reaching for an energy drink. Lenovo’s innovative click on VIBE Xtensions add an extra layer, functionality and performance to the phone. The VIBE X2 Battery Xtension, ultra-thin at 5.1mm, does double duty by protecting the phone and extending the battery life by 75 percent. The clck-on case allow the layered beauty of the phone to shine through with its transparent edge.        

4. Listen with resounding success. The music fan or movie addict will have endless delights with the VIBE X2 incredible audio and video. The full HD touchscreen displays crisp vibrant colors on its 5-inch IPS LCD. Another VIBE Xtension: the VIBE X2 speaker, is JBL speaker that amplifies hi-fi music and movie audio. A stand allows hands-free usage and a built-in mic permits group conference calls.            

5. Chameleon personality with multiple exposure. Food photography, landscape photos and actions shots are easier than ever with the VIBE X2. It captures the great visuals of life with its advanced dual cameras stacked with multiple shooting modes, beautification and editing features. VIBE X2’s 13MP auto-focus, rear-facing camera comes with a back-illuminated sensor and LED flash to produce sharp, brilliant shots.

Uncomplicated and intuitive to use, the 5MP wide-angle front camera makes selfies effortless thanks to the auto-shutter that can be activated by the blink of an eye or a smile. 

Thirty two GB of internal memory gives ample storage space to digital content. On top of that, the VIBE X2 comes bundled with Lenovo DOit Apps for sharing, securing and syncing data to the cloud.

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