Showing posts with label Pinoy Pride. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pinoy Pride. Show all posts

Friday, 11 August 2017

CloudFone Lite Senior Phone Price is Php 799 : For Our Dear Grandmas and Grandpas

Last week, as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility Give-Back Project, our friends from CloudFone held a Peace of Mind Activity where they gave 20 senior patients at the Martinez Memorial Hospital in Caloocan City free Lite Senior phones that they can use to stay in touch with their loved ones.

At the event, CellPrime executive showed how the phones' unique S.O.S. Button can help people seek help during medical emergencies or times of distress. Pressing the button automatically activates an alarm, sends emergency text messages, and calls up to five pre-assigned contacts.

"In a non-life threatening situation, you can always text or call someone. But if the situation is life threatening, you may not have the time or even the ability to turn on your phone, unlock the screen and look for a number to call. You’re not even sure if those you call can respond fast enough to help you. The S.O.S. Button in the CloudFone Lite Senior can take care of all that and more," shared Mr. CellPrime COO, Mr. Jaime Alcantara.


Mrs. Dominga Martin, 71, was one of the grandmas to receive a CloudFone Lite Senior phone.

She recalled her difficulty in getting help when she accidentally slipped while at home. She also shared about an instance when she was trying to ask for help when she was held up and robbed of her money during a trip in the city.

With her new CloudFone Lite Senior phone, Lola Dominga can have peace of mind that her loved ones will only be a press of a button away should she require help and assistance.

Our friends from CellPrime handing their Lite Senior Phones to grandpas and grandmas at Martinez Memorial Hospital in Caloocan City.

Cloudfone Lite Senior was developed by the Proudly-Pinoy company within a span of one and a half years before launching the device in June 2017. They took into account how they could make available technologies more useful to seniors.


Mr. Ray Caguin, CloudFone Group Brand Manager, expounded, "Here in the Philippines, a feature phone like the Cloudfone Lite Senior is a volume driver, meaning many people still look for this kind of phone. For every niche market, we want to develop something awesome for the Filipino customer and we make sure that the development of each feature in every phone is given enough time and thought, so we can reach that goal to be awesome. For the senior segment, we believe that the S.O.S. button is awesome because it serves as a lifeline to your family and loved ones."

Mr. NiƱo Mendoza - CloudFone Chief Strategy Officer, Ms. Tess Tiu-Cloudfone Chief Finance Officer, Mr. Azer Villola- CloudFone Chief Product Officer, Mr. Joey Oreta- CloudFone Chief Marketing Officer, Mr. Jaime Alcantara- CloudFone Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Bradford Martinez - Martinez Memorial Hospital Board Member, and Dr. Elizabeth Del Rio - Martinez Memorial Hospital Chief Operating Officer - at the CloudFone 'Peace of Mind' Activity.

CloudFone Lite Senior Phone
CloudFone Lite Senior Bar version's SOS button is located at the back, beside the camera.

Available in Candybar and Flip versions, the CloudFone Lite Senior Phone has basic functionality including the ability to send text messages and make calls. Both models also have a colored display to deliver a more enjoyable mobile experience.

CloudFone Lite Senior Phone Flip

"When Cloudfone explained to me the features, I liked it. I explained to the recipients about the advantages in cases of accidents and distress. Ang galing. If I had that kind of phone when I had an accident, this phone could have helped. Maganda ito," shared Martinez Memorial Hospital’s COO, Dr. Elizabeth Martinez Del Rio.

Suitable for users aged 60 and above, the Cloudfone Lite Senior Bar and Cloudfone Lite Senior Flip are now available all all CloudFone trade channels for only Php 799 and Php 1,299 respectively.

Monday, 7 August 2017

MyPhone DTV Dongle Price is Php 499 : Watch Digital TV on Any USB-OTG Enabled Phone

Are you fond of watching shows by local TV networks and you wish that you can binge on them anytime, anywhere?

Well, if you own an Android smartphone with a microUSB 2.0 port and USB-On-The-Go support, here's a plug and play device that you can purchase to watch live Digital TV broadcast on your handset for free!


With price tag of only Php 499, the new MyPhone DTV Dongle turns your regular Android smartphone - from any brand, midrange to high-end - into a mobile-TV-enabled phone that lets you enjoy clear and crisp DTV channels whether you're on the road or while you're enjoying your office or classroom break.

MyPhone DTV Dongle

Available in the number of colors including Green, Yellow, White, Blue, and Red, MyPhone DTV Dongle works with the MyPhone DTV application that you can download for free via Google Play Store. Simply plug in the device and run the app to start watching your favorite shows and telenovelas, no internet connection required!


The big three local television stations - namely, ABS-CBN Channel 2, GMA7, and TV5 - have already launched their Digital Television Broadcast, which is far better than the usually hazy or blurry analog broadcast. The only limitation of DTV is that there are still areas in the country where the signal may not be as strong or not yet available.

MyPhone DTV Dongle is now available at all MyPhone Concept Stores and kiosks across the country and also via the new MyPhone Online Store.

Sunday, 23 July 2017

Watch SONA 2017 by President Duterte Online Livestream

TechPinas Public Service Post

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte's Second State of the Nation Address will be rendered today - July 24, 2017 at 4PM, Manila Time - in broad strokes reviewing past achievements, stating the present situation and announcing future prospects.

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte SONA

The speech is written in English, which the President is comfortable with, and if read straight should take approximately 50 minutes; given there will be pauses for applause and off-the-cuff remarks, the speech may take about an hour and thirty minutes.

The President's Report to the People will be available online shortly after the President has spoken.

According to the Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella, as a whole, SONA 2017 will be frank and realistic but hopeful.

The State of the Nation Address 2017 will be broadcast live by ABS-CBN, GMA7, and TV5 via free local TV but for those who don't have access to the television or for Filipinos who are living abroad, the SONA can also be viewed through PTV's Online Livestream below:


The Duterte Administration - through the leadership of PCOO Secretary Martin Andanar - saw the modernization of the People's Television Network (PTV). In January 2017, PTV and Japan-based technology company NEC signed a landmark agreement for the acquisition of new digital transmitters and other facilities to begin the network's transition to digital terrestrial television. Alongside the equipment upgrade, PTV also became more active in creating content for the online platform, making sure that Filipino netizens are well-informed about the activities and projects of the government.

Monday, 12 June 2017

2017 119th Philippine Independence Day Google Doodle Explained

Happy Independence Day to all of my fellow Filipinos!

Today, Google Philippines is joining our nation in celebrating its 119th Independence Day with a special one-day only doodle designed by Filipino illustrator Dan Matutina.

2017 Philippine Independence Day Google Doodle

According to Google, their 2017 Philippine Independence Day Doodle combines the beauty of the Philippine flag and the country’s unique island landscapes.

The artwork - which represents the 8th time that GooglePH is being one with us in this celebration - also features Filipinos gathered around the Philippine flag for a flag raising ceremony while sunrise can be seen over the water, symbolizing the Filipinos’ optimism in the face of adversity. The Philippine flag was first raised on June 12, 1898 in Kawit, Cavite as a symbol of the country’s independence from Spanish colonial rule. Now, on a daily basis, flag raising ceremonies are held in all schools and government offices while singing the Philippine National Anthem.

What is a Google Doodle?

"Doodle" is the name used by Google for decorative changes made to its Search logo to celebrate holidays, anniversaries, and the lives of famous artists and scientists, among other things.

So far, here are all Doodles released by Google to commemorate the Philippine Independence Day:

2009
Google Doodle 2009 Philippine Independence Day

2010
Google Doodle 2010 Philippine Independence Day

2012
Google Doodle 2012 Philippine Independence Day

2013
Google Doodle 2013 Philippine Independence Day

2014
Google Doodle 2014 Philippine Independence Day

2015
Google Doodle 2015 Philippine Independence Day

2016
Google Doodle 2016 Philippine Independence Day

Google Doodles make searches more fun and informative as we learn new things with each new design. For instance, clicking on the 119th Philippine Independence Day Doodle will lead visitors to a search page where they can get more details about the history of Philippine independence.