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The Lifestyle Wanderer

Having been able to get to experience different phones over the years, I know I'm not the only one who has experienced how these devices have plateaued in the past few years. Innovations weren't as drastic as before. Phones just weren't exciting anymore whether on the fine print or during hands-on. It was a nice breath of fresh air when I heard about how the Samsung Galaxy S23 series was designed with the planet in mind.

The Samsung S23 Ultra in the flesh!

Tuesday, March 14, 2023 No comments
The Art House, a creative multi-channel platform, has partnered with the Fernando C. Amorsolo Art Foundation to commemorate the 50th death anniversary of the “Grand Old Man of Philippine Art” through “HIRAYA”, a well-curated exhibit of 50 Filipino artists inspired by the works of Amorsolo on October 21-23, 2022 at the South Court of the Power Plant Mall, Rockwell, Makati City.
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 No comments

It's kind of disorienting when you think about our situation today vs this time last year. We've had a taste of normalcy in the past few months and are slowly returning to old normal (with a mask on at all times!) In my case, I've already returned to the office and taking this opportunity to squeeze in some cardio by walking to and from the office. 

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My two constants during this daily routine? A dependable smart band and audio wearable to always keep me in the loop may it be in terms of wellness, entertainment, or communication. It was timely getting the new Huawei Band 7 and Freebuds SE as I try to establish sustainable habits.

Sunday, June 26, 2022 No comments

Booking your deliveries with the on-demand logistics platform, Lalamove, is now made more convenient and rewarding with the all-in-one money app Maya.

Lalamove users can enjoy a seamless and hassle-free way of adding funds to their Lalamove wallet with Maya. This option is on top of using their Maya virtual and physical Visa and MasterCard for Lalamove payments before booking their deliveries.

Sunday, June 26, 2022 No comments

 As part of its continuous efforts to bring a fun and seamless online shopping experience to more Filipinos across the country, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, expands its serviceable areas through the establishment of new Shopee Xpress hubs across Mindanao. Through these new hubs in Davao City, Davao Del Sur, Davao Del Norte, and other areas, local sellers are provided with greater opportunities to expand their business through e-commerce and compete at a national level. For Davao to Davao purchases, both shoppers and sellers can now enjoy shorter delivery times.

Department of Trade and Industry Region XI Division Chief, Small and Medium Enterprise Division Marie Ann J. How, Shopee Philippines VisMin Seller Acquisition Head Dane Mangoba, SY Glow Cosmetics shop owner Lou Putian, and Cacao Culture shop owner Sheila Lao at the Shopee University Roadshow in Davao City

Shopee also partnered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to hold its first Shopee University Roadshow in Davao City. The masterclass educated Davao-based sellers on how to grow their businesses with e-commerce and onboarded new sellers to improve the overall online selling experience for Filipinos. Shopee also held another live seller engagement event in Davao City, Shopee Kumustahan, wherein representatives from the platform held roundtable discussions with local Shopee sellers to know more about their experience and get insights on what can help drive their business forward.

Shopee Philippines Seller Communications and Education Lead Mia Mendoza, SY Glow Cosmetics shop owner Lou Putian, and Cacao Culture shop owner Sheila Lao at the Shopee Kumustahan event in Davao City

“Here at Shopee, we are always driven by our objective to make e-commerce accessible to everyone. Through the Mindanao hub expansions and conducting educational workshops, our goal is to equip local sellers and business owners with the necessary knowledge and tools to make the most out of their e-commerce journey with Shopee,” shared Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines.

If you want to grow your business online and enjoy the numerous benefits of e-commerce, start your online selling journey with Shopee today. Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
Sunday, June 26, 2022 No comments

Lenovo recently launched its latest generation of stylish and savage gaming devices in the Philippines, combining a new design language with portable powerhouse performance – opening up a broad range of entertainment and battle-ready attributes while supporting the full span of features that can support users’ personal and professional lives.

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Designed with details custom-built for top title performance, gamers can look forward to the new Lenovo Legion Gen 7 lineup featuring: The Legion 5i and 5i Pro, Legion 7i, Legion Slim 7i, Legion Tower 7i, and IdeaPad Gaming 3i.

Sunday, May 22, 2022 No comments

Remember the thrill and excitement you feel when planning for a spontaneous weekend getaway or an adventure-filled grand vacation - the sights to see, places to go, unique eats to enjoy, and whatnot? You count down the days till your bags are packed and passports ready as you march to the airport, hold your precious boarding pass that will render your dream holiday a reality. 

The ease of restriction in Singapore was perfect for those who want to explore SG or go there as a jump-off point to their dream destination!

Wednesday, May 04, 2022 No comments

Summer is a season a lot of Filipinos look forward to because of how it’s associated with unforgettable vacations and trips to the beach. However, an often ignored effect during summer is the high temperatures and potential pathogens that go along with it. Heat and humidity are a combination that creates a breeding ground for bacteria to thrive, especially with clothing.

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022 No comments
Just last month, I had to update my wardrobe because the scheduled return to the office is fast approaching. My knee-jerk reaction? Check out Love, Bonito's bestsellers for outfits I can wear on rotation. I'm glad I did because not only was I able to score reasonably-priced blouses,  I was able to snag a gown for a friend's wedding.
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Love, Bonito's latest loungewear collection inspired by the French saying 'Fleur Fanee'
On that note, Love, Bonito celebrates rest and renewal this month. Get first dibs on Love, Bonito’s latest loungewear collection centered around the theme of renewal. Inspired by the beauty in wilting before blooming once again, the collection serves as a reminder to rest and take that much-needed time for yourself. Very apt for the corporate rush I've been experiencing these days. 😪

Featuring their specialty in-house print, the design was centered around a French saying ‘Fleur Fanée’ – signifying the beauty of a wilted flower. The creation of the unique flower motif starts with pressing a variety of wilted flowers to get the texture, outlines, and shapes of the petals. Guided by the pressed flowers, the motif is then digitally drawn in and coloured, before being stylistically arranged to create the Renewed Blooms print.

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Love, Bonito's Loungewear Fidelia V-neck Lounge Dress in Renewed Blooms (Black)
Made of rayon, a breathable lightweight fabric, the collection is suited for lounging in both style and comfort. Crowd-favourite silhouettes including the kimono, loose-fitting shirt top, and flowy lounge bottoms are back, and the team has also introduced new cuts including a short-sleeved dress with a flattering v-neckline. Thoughtfully made with versatility in mind, pieces from the collection have an added lining that makes them feasible even for a casual jaunt outside.

Shop Love Bonito’s newest Loungewear collection starting today, 27 April, at https://www.lovebonito.com/intl. ✨
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 No comments
With different social media platforms prioritizing video formats, more and more creators are jumping on the bandwagon to create content that’s short yet highly engaging at the same time. If this is something that you want to pursue moving forward, editing with a laptop should be your go-to goal instead of a mobile phone.
Some of my non-negotiables in a laptop are seamless Adobe PS experience and color-accurate screen
I personally am picky with my work tools because creating content takes a LOT OF TIME. From taking photos and videos down to promoting your content on different platforms, it takes a ton of work that can actually take up a chunk of your day. Having a laptop with standard specs can’t keep up with my demanding tasks anymore and I finally accepted the fact that I have to invest in a work tool with upgraded specifications to keep the content going without sacrificing my time, sanity, and savings.

The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 OLED (M3401) in Quiet Blue
ASUS hails its latest Vivobook Pro 14 OLED (M3401) as the brand’s best OLED laptop for us creators. Together, let’s take a peek at what makes this device stand out from its predecessors.

Performance

Different laptop components bring out the maximum efficiency of the Vivobook Pro 14 OLED–Ryzen 9 5900HX AMD Mobile Processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050, 16GB DDR4 RAM, and Dual-fan cooling system with ASUS IceCool Plus thermal technology.

The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 OLED (M3401) specs in a nutshell
I tried working before with an 8GB RAM, 11th Gen Intel Core i7-8550U Processor, NVIDIA GeForce MX350 for Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro but it just won’t cut it anymore. Lags are present from time to time and it’s hard to scrub through clips and playback 4K content on Premiere Pro. Best believe I tried everything to make the most out of this laptop, but I knew in my head that a device upgrade is what I truly needed to avoid inconveniences like this.

Trying Adobe Photoshop in the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 OLED (M3401)
Speaking of Adobe apps, this laptop is fully tested for software compatibility with creative apps like Premiere Pro and more. Not only that, but a purchase of this laptop also entitles you to a free 3-month Adobe Creative Suite subscription.

OLED Display

One of my biggest pet peeves as a content creator is not being able to see and process the truest colors of my photos or videos. I always end up getting disappointed once I see them published on social media platforms for having different colors versus the one I just edited. That’s the reason why I’m also working on upgrading my extended display (but that’s another story for another time).

A closer look at the 2.8K OLED NanoEdge display
Anyway, because I have a poor external monitor display, I mostly rely on my laptop’s screen for photo and video editing–one of the main reasons why the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 OLED caught my attention. It has a crisp display that’s PANTONE validated, 100% DCI-P3 Color Gamut to enjoy extra colors DDR content can possess, comes with an ASUS OLED care to prevent OLED burn-in issue, and is safer for the eyes even for long hours of use.

I spend most of my days in front of the laptop and not having to worry about dealing with huge color inconsistency across devices gives me a huge relief while using the newest ASUS OLED laptop. The only thing that I didn’t like much about it was the glossy display but I think most OLED displays are like that. Feel free to correct me in the comments if I’m wrong.

The device also comes in thin bezels, giving that 84% screen-to-body ratio for the best immersive experience in a laptop.

Efficient

Given my short attention span, I’d want my device to deliver outright and this laptop just gives that kind of performance. It boots up fast, all thanks to its SSD. As soon as one hits the power button, it takes less than a minute to take the user to the login page. The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 OLED is also equipped with one-touch login for safe and quick access to the user’s profile.
One-touch login with power button
It’s also equipped with a webcam shield that a user can easily swipe (located beside the webcam) to ensure privacy on a physical level. I know I’m not alone when I say that I still get paranoid that people might still see me even if the camera is turned off on Zoom, yes?
Webcam shield for instant privacy
The touchpad with NumberPad 2.0 is also 21% bigger than other ASUS laptops making it easy to do touchpad shortcuts on your device and perfect for those with fat fingers like me. lol I have another ASUS laptop with a NumberPad and I frequently turn it on by accident. Good thing it’s not the case with the big touchpad of the Vivobook Pro 14 OLED.

The perfect touchpad - 21% larger and LED-illuminated numeric keypad
It may also not be a huge deal but I appreciate that this laptop can be opened using one hand only versus other laptops that easily get displaced when not opened using two hands.

Audio

The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 OLED (M3401) has Harman Kardon-certified audio
ASUS takes pride in equipping this latest OLED device with a Harman Kardon-certified sound system. It was a thrill getting nice, crisp sound coming from my own clips or other media content on the web. It was a joy being able to listen to music in the background with its speakers while writing my latest piece.


After using the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 OLED for quite some time, I can easily vouch for this laptop to help creators push their limits in content creation fast and efficiently. If you’re considering this laptop as your next investment, you might want to consider checking out their current bundle promo where you can get up to PHP 14,000 worth of exclusive bundle items and discounts for every purchase of participating Zenbooks and Vivobook with OLED displays.

Check out the official ASUS/ROG Bundled with Love microsite for the full list of participating products and mechanics at https://ph.asus.click/ValentinesPromo2022.
Wednesday, March 09, 2022 No comments
In partnership with the Department of Tourism, Huawei Philippines and Manila Bulletin are set to launch their photo contest with the theme, “It’s More Fun With You.” They are accepting any photos about traveling in the Philippines, highlighting subjects such as the best tourist spots and attractions, travelers enjoying the local delicacies and events, and any of the many natural wonders across the archipelago.
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Tuesday, March 08, 2022 No comments
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