Globe site builds prepare more regions for nationwide 4G LTE standards

New ways of working in urban areas demand for socially and physically-distanced meetings, conference calls, consultations, transactions and purchases.  On a lighter note but likewise heavy on the need for better internet is the obligatory catch-up on movies, podcasts, and TV series to unwind; as well as school lessons and necessary downloads to fulfill school and work requirements. In rural regions, livelihood and education are top priority for maximizing connectivity. Alongside new cell site builds, Globe’s fixed internet and mobile speeds in December 2020 show that its network’s continuous improvements are reshaping the internet experience especially using newer and more advanced technologies such as 4G LTE and 5G in both urban and rural communities.

UNIQLO to Open its First Store in Zamboanga Peninsula at SM City MindPro on January 29

Japanese global apparel retailer, UNIQLO, is set to open its first store in Zamboanga Peninsula at SM City MindPro mall on January 29.  The new store will provide a 766 sqm of shopping space, bringing LifeWear clothing and world class retail shopping experience to the Zamboangueños.

“With the opening of our first store in the region, we hope to bring our quality and affordable LifeWear items to more Filipinos, to help them with their everyday lifestyle clothing needs,” says Masayoshi Nakamura, COO, UNIQLO Philippines. “We invite everyone, especially first-time customers, to experience our UNIQLO store and LifeWear items, and check out our exclusive offers on the opening weekend.”

Romcom film Miss Q & A releases teaser music video

INSIGHT 360 Films has released a teaser music video of its upcoming romantic comedy film—“Miss Q & A: Para Sa Magaganda Lang Ba Ang Love Life?”—starring Kakai Bautista and Zoren Legaspi.

Directed by award-winning filmmaker Lemuel Lorca and produced by Chris Cahilig, “Miss Q & A” tells the story of a romantically frustrated pageant trainer and public relations maverick (Bautista) who goes on a blind date with a handsome photographer (Legaspi). The screenplay was written by John Bedia in collaboration with Lorca and Cahilig. 

Globe lets more Pinoys enjoy the promise of 5G

Globe’s relentless modernization of its network has made it possible for its 5G technology to be available to more customers in more areas in the country.

Recent upgrades made in the last two months of 2020 have made the latest technology available in at least 848 sites in Metro Manila and Rizal and 183 locations in Visayas and Mindanao. Several parts of Cavite, Laguna and Bulacan are also 5G-enabled.  Overall, 5G is now available in 1,045 areas in the country.

“We are rolling out more 5G areas this year to make this new technology more inclusive. We want more Globe customers to experience the difference of 5G technology in terms of better and faster connectivity. This technology has vast potentials and soon we will start rolling out cases that are best experienced with 5G,” said Coco Domingo, Globe VP for Postpaid and International.

BRIA Homes to Sustain Technology Adoption and Digitalization

BRIA Homes persists in highlighting their property 
management with a continuous adoption of technology
 in doing business.

Filipinos are known for their resilience and their ability to adapt to crises. This is how they survived—and even thrived—during the country’s most trying year in recent memory. Displaying the same grit and tenacity moving forward, they continue to place home and hearth in the forefront. 

BRIA Homes understands this. It also acknowledges how Filipinos have always been about providing for and protecting their families. Thus, an essential need for them is a comfortable home and—under current circustances—a safe haven for their loved ones. This is why for the longest time, BRIA has resolutely provided solidly built, stylish, and affordable houses and lots to Filipinos in safe and secure BRIA housing developments across the country. 

K-Pop boy group T1419 marks highly anticipated debut with ‘Before Sunrise Part.1’

T1419, the newest nine-piece global K-Pop boy group launching under MLD ENTERTAINMENT (MOMOLAND, JT & Marcus), has finally released their highly anticipated single album, BEFORE SUNRISE Part.1.

The 3-track release showcases T1419’s affinity for pop, hip-hop, and electronic music influences, seamlessly blending the elements to create an infectious chart-topper for the modern audience to consume and enjoy. 

A concept ‘single album’ that marks the beginning of the group’s four-part series, BEFORE SUNRISE Part.1 embodies different celestial phenomena, each linked with the growth and life of T1419. 

Three 2020 MMFF movies extend screening worldwide via KTx, iWantTFC, and TFC IPTV

The holidays may be over, but we are not yet done giving you treats as ABS-CBN TFC extends your chance to catch three 2020 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entries: “Fan Girl,” “The Boy Foretold by the Stars,” and “Mang Kepweng: Ang Lihim ng Bandanang Itim,” which can be seen outside the Philippines via iWantTFC, Ktx.ph, and TFC IPTV. 

Given the current health risk posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, MMFF was held differently compared to the previous years. Instead of people lining up at the cinemas, they were able to watch the official entries at the comfort of their homes through streaming. 

ABS-CBN TFC extends this experience to the movie enthusiasts overseas by letting them enjoy “Fan Girl,” “The Boy Foretold by the Stars,” and “Mang Kepweng: Ang Lihim ng Bandanang Itim” wherever they may be in the world.