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SM Cares Delivers Over 70,000 Books to Library Communities Nationwide

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SM Cares officially turns over more than 70,000 books collected through its Book Nook Donation Drive across 88 SM malls to 88 partner libraries—strengthening its commitment to promote lifelong learning nationwide. (L-R) SM Supermalls Assistant Vice President Ms. Hanna Carinna T. Sy, SM Prime Holdings Inc. Chairman of the Executive Committee Mr. Hans T. Sy, National Library of the Philippines Director Cesar Gilbert Q. Adriano, Book Nook Pioneer Ms. Shereen T. Sy, and SM Engineering Design and Development President Mr. Hans “Chico” T. Sy Jr. In celebration of its 40th anniversary, SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, wrapped up the Book Nook Book Donation Drive with an inspiring show of community spirit, collecting over 70,000 pre-loved books across 88 SM malls nationwide. The initiative brought together thousands of Filipinos in a shared mission to spark the joy of reading and promote lifelong learning. From Spark to Movement “When SM celebrated its 40...

Sleep Better, Stress Less: Samsung empowers wellness with the Galaxy Watch8 Series

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In today’s fast-paced world, true wellness has become more essential than ever. With the latest Galaxy Watch8 Series, Samsung brings calm to the chaos, offering a refined and intelligent wearable designed to help you sleep better and live more mindfully this holiday season. Seamlessly fusing advanced sleep tracking, real-time stress monitoring, and an elegant minimal design, the Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic are your everyday partners in restoring balance, building healthier habits and navigating life with greater ease and intention. Where performance meets peace of mind, right on your wrist  The Galaxy Watch8 Series makes staying active and managing stress feel natural. From easy jogs to serious runs, the Running Coach adapts to your level and goals, while Together turns motivations into a social game with friends and family. When the day gets overwhelming, the Galaxy Watch steps in with High Stress Alerts to keep you mindful. The Mindfulness Tracker guides you through q...

Take Productivity to the Next Level with the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026): The Ultimate 4-in-1 Tablet for Work, Learning, and Creativity, Coming Soon to the Philippines this November 27

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Get ready to work, study, create, and play with the new 4-in-1 all-round productivity tablet built for PC-level performance, the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) coming this November 27. The groundbreaking device showcases why HUAWEI, the country’s No. 1 tablet brand in the Philippines in 2025 by shipment volume, continues to set the standard in innovation and user experience.  It delivers newly upgraded features that unlock limitless possibilities for work, study, and creativity, empowering professionals, students, and creators to do more, create more, and achieve more — anytime, anywhere. Portable Power Meets All-Round Productivity The HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) transforms productivity on a tablet by combining PC-level performance with multi-use versatility in a single, elegant device. Paired with the Smart Magnetic Keyboard and HUAWEI Mouse, the HUAWEI MatePad 12 X (2026) transforms into a complete 4-in-1 workstation that lets users work, write, and create without limits. Along with t...

Get Ready to Capture Your Best Self with the King of AI Selfies, HUAWEI nova 14 Series, Launching This November 27

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HUAWEI continues to pave the way for smartphone innovation with bold creativity and groundbreaking photography as it introduces the HUAWEI nova 14 Series. Designed to empower users who aim to express themselves without limits, the newest addition to the HUAWEI nova Series comes with a fresh design identity along with advanced portrait photography innovations and intuitive AI enhancements. The HUAWEI nova 14 Series is set to launch in the Philippines this November 27. The HUAWEI nova Series’ Selfie Evolution That Powers Youth Self-Expression  The HUAWEI nova Series has always pushed the limits of front-facing cameras. It started with the first dual front cameras on the HUAWEI nova 2s, introduced night selfies with the HUAWEI nova 5, added 3D stereo vision with the HUAWEI nova 9, and brought full focal-length coverage and precise autofocus with the HUAWEI nova 10. Since then, the series has inspired creativity and self-expression. The HUAWEI nova 9 Series featured a 32 MP front camer...

From Runway to Effortless Chic: The PUMA Speedcat Duo Taking Over Manila’s Street Style

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PUMA Speedcat OG in Black Pink (Left) and PUMA Ballet in Metallic (Right) Sneakers often speak volumes about personal style—and nothing conveys it as distinctly (and more stylishly) than the PUMA Speedcat. A quiet but undeniable force in Filipino street style, it has earned its place not through trends or theatrics, but through timeless versatility. And now, with two distinct variations, the Speedcat OG and the Speedcat Ballet, it’s shaping Filipino street style in fresh and compelling ways. While each version has its own personality, neither is confined to a single aesthetic or attitude. Instead, both silhouettes invite wearers to explore different facets of their personal style, shifting effortlessly from structured refinement to soft sophistication. Together, they embody the fluidity of contemporary Filipino fashion: expressive, multifaceted, and grounded in individuality. The Speedcat may have been born in the motorsport world, but in the Philippines’ ever-evolving style scene, i...

All SM Malls Unite for Cebu: A Nationwide Call to Hope and Empowerment

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All SM malls across the country light up in green to symbolize hope and unity for communities in Cebu affected by Typhoon Tino—reflecting the Filipino spirit of bayanihan and compassion during times of adversity. In the aftermath of Typhoon Tino, SM Supermalls, through SM Foundation and SM Cares, has launched a nationwide campaign titled “All SM Malls Unite for Cebu,” mobilizing support and solidarity to uplift communities affected by the disaster. With the campaign’s message, “HOPE calls for an empowered community,” SM invites Filipinos across the country to extend compassion and generosity—uniting to bring grace, hope, and strength to those in need. SM City Cebu’s Christmas centerpiece glows as part of the “All SM Malls Unite for Cebu” campaign. The lighting ceremony, held on November 13, brings together SM employees, partners, and local stakeholders to express solidarity with those impacted by the recent typhoon. Lighting the Way for Cebu The initiative was launched during the SM Ci...

Be Smarter. Be Stronger. OPPO A6 Pro is Now Available Nationwide!

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OPPO A6 Pro, the newest addition to the OPPO A Series lineup, is now available nationwide, ready to be the smartest and strongest OPPO A Series device yet. It combines smart AI tools with durable hardware for everyday work, play, and creation. #OAsaGaling: Work Smarter, Create Faster With built-in AI features, the OPPO A6 Pro makes heavy tasks simpler.  AI Smart Office  can summarize documents, translate text, tidy layouts, and export clean, share-ready files. AI Studio supports quick cutouts, background swaps, and style presets. AI Camera and AI Editor help capture sharp photos and remove unwanted elements for a polished feed. ColorOS 15 also keeps the experience organized and responsive over time. #OAsaSwabe:   Stay   Cool   with   Smooth   Performance The  SuperCool VC System  and a  4,300 mm² vapor chamber  dissipate heat quickly during gaming and multi-tasking. The A6 Pro series is powered by MediaTek ...