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 Leading global technology company OPPO today introduced its commitment to developing the next generation of AI technology and presented a number of groundbreaking products and technologies at the 2024 Mobile World Congress (MWC).  Among the new technologies showcased was the OPPO Air Glass 3 prototype, offering all-new ways to experience AI through its combination of ultra-lightweight design and full-color display.  OPPO also announced the arrival of generative AI features on the OPPO Reno11 series and the OPPO Find N3 globally in the second quarter of 2024. In the future, OPPO will integrate generative AI features into more OPPO products in the global markets, including the next generation of the Reno series, leading more users to experience a smart life powered by AI.  OPPO AndesBrain (Binhaiwan Bay) IDC OPPO’s global expansion continues with a strong commitment to Europe Since entering the market with the launch of its Find X series in 2018, OPPO has become a key...

Ameel Candy World, the leading wholesaler based in Roeselare specializing in confectionery, snacks, and beverages, commemorates its 25th anniversary with the construction of the world's largest candy cake. This impressive creation contains a staggering 349,089 candies, marking a milestone in our history. In honor of this anniversary, we have organized a special edition of our +Event, where national and international suppliers showcase their range of products, allowing customers to not only take advantage of trade deals but also discover new and exclusive items. Our clientele is diverse, ranging from newsstands and gas stations to candy and chocolate shops and major retail chains. Twenty percent of our confectionery is exported to over 32 countries, including Europe, Kuwait, Lebanon, and the United States. Our export team is growing in significance, and our operations are becoming increasingly international. This year, we are adding a special element by constructing a gigantic candy...

There’s a saying that everyone has the same 24 hours in a day, but the truth is each day is different for everyone. What doesn’t change though is how we constantly try to find ways to improve our routines, so we can make our lives better bit by bit. Sometimes we need a little help from companions to keep us in check. One companion that’s always with us is our trusty smartphone, like the Redmi Note 13. This budget-friendly device with reliable specs that can help elevate mundane routines from morning to night. Morning: Work and connections For many of us, the first thing we do when we wake up is check our phones. We go through the social media notifications we missed while sleeping, and check the work emails we need to get to once we clock in. Whether you’re working from home or at the office, the Redmi Note 13 is convenient to carry around. Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7200-Ultra processor, you can navigate work documents and other tasks easily wherever you go. You can also switch bet...

 Xiaomi, one of the world's leading smartphone companies, and Leica Camera AG jointly announced the establishment of the Xiaomi x Leica Optical Institute. The establishment of this institute marks a significant milestone in the smartphone industry. With optical technology at its core, this institute is poised to unite an array of integrated interdisciplinary sciences, including digital imaging and AI technologies. The Xiaomi x Leica Optical Institute, building upon its initial groundwork, is collaboratively developing a groundbreaking industry standard for optical performance in mobile devices, raising the bar both in terms of technology and user experience. This initiative places a strong emphasis on philosophy, technology, and user experience. Xiaomi 14 Ultra, a new flagship in mobile imaging, will serve as the first milestone in the practical evolution of this standard and is set to deliver unparalleled optical performance in the field of mobile imaging, with a scheduled release...

Take your palate on a culinary journey across the Philippines in Araneta City and get rewarded with a free treat when you dine at the New Gateway Mall 2’s Palenque every weekday from February 14 until April 9, 2024. With just a ₱500 single-receipt purchase, you can get a free daily special from the restaurant of the day at Palenque: On Mondays, savor the specialties of the country’s culinary capital—Pampanga—at Bale Dutung and get free ensaladang talong.  On Tuesdays, enjoy the flavors of the northern region at BEL Iloco and get free authentic Ilocos empanada.  On Wednesdays, celebrate the rich marriage of Chinese and Filipino food culture at Chicken Fandian and get a free plate of chami.  On Thursdays, indulge in the flavors of Zamboanga, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi at Palm Grill and punctuate your feast with free Knicker Fruit Halo-Halo.  On Fridays, get the best of Cebu at Tindeli and enjoy a glass of cold brew coffee for free. ”Palenque is a celebration of ...

Rave reviews are flowing in as critics praise Dune: Part Two, Denis Villeneuve’s highly anticipated action spectacle. With a 97% certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the critics’ consensus is that Dune: Part Two is visually thrilling and narratively epic. LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 15: Zendaya, Director, Screenwriter and Producer, Denis Villeneuve and Timothée Chalamet attend the World Premiere of "Dune: Part Two" at Leicester Square on February 15, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images for Warner Bros. Pictures) Continuing the streak from its predecessor, Dune: Part Two lands with a success for reviewers. The Independent writes, “Dune: Part Two, like its predecessor, is a work of total sensory and imaginative immersion.” Total Film adds the movie to the hall of beloved sequels, saying, “However you cut it, Villeneuve wrangles coherence from Herbert’s unruly elements to deliver a sequel that ranks alongside The Dark Knight, The Empire Strikes Ba...

 In today’s age, where staying online and connected is essential, realme offers a versatile range of tablets designed to accompany individuals through every stage of life. From children discovering the joys of learning, teenagers finding entertainment in mobile games, to professionals maintaining a healthy work-life balance, realme's comprehensive tablet lineup ensures seamless connectivity, enhanced productivity, and immersive entertainment experiences. Here’s a run down of available realme tablets in the market and where to get the best deals this coming payday sale on realme Official Shopee from February 27-29 and realme Official Lazada from February 25-29. realme Pad Mini WiFi only (3GB+32GB) : P2,000 OFF on Lazada  realme Pad LTE (4GB+64GB) : P7,000 OFF on Lazada realme Pad 2 6GB+28GB (LTE) : P3,000 OFF on Shopee realme Pad 2 (8GB+256GB) : P3,000 OFF on Shopee realme Pad X 5G (6GB+128GB) : P10,900 OFF on Shopee For Kids and Parents / Moms: Introducing the realme Pa...

A new platform for local, international, and regional suppliers of automotive parts, accessories, maintenance equipment, and tools is set to debut in the country in June. The inaugural Auto Parts & Vehicles Expo Philippines (APVE) will be mounted from June 5 to 7, 2024 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City. The three-day event is aimed at gathering over 4,000 potential buyers and sellers from across the country and the region. More than 120 regional and international exhibitors are expected to showcase the latest products and solutions in the industry. It will also facilitate a forum for productive discussions about solutions and best practices that can enhance efficiencies and profits for all scales of businesses in the consumer and commercial automotive industry.  “We are thrilled to unveil the game-changing platform for the automotive industry that will congregate top industry leaders, buyers, and sellers to connect and unlock new growth opportunities,” said A...

Multi-award-winning artist  Justin Timberlake  releases his new track  “ Drown ”  via  RCA Records / Sony Music Entertainment . Written by Timberlake, Louis Bell (Taylor Swift, Post Malone), Henry Walter, Amy Allen, Kenyon Dixon and produced by Louis Bell, Cirkut (Maroon 5, The Weeknd), “Drown” marks the American pop star’s second single release ahead of his upcoming sixth album,  Everything I Thought It Was , which drops on March 15. Justin recently teased his fans on Instagram with a clip featuring the snippet of the track. The  Cry Me A River  superstar previewed the emotional track with a short, stripped-down performance while seated at a piano. Renowned musician, actor, and entertainer  Justin Timberlake  also announced the long-awaited European and UK leg of his momentous  The Forget Tomorrow World Tour  with thirteen new shows in 8 countries. Produced by Live Nation, stops include performances in  Poland, Germany, B...

Top Dawg Entertainment/RCA Records’ 4x-time Grammy award-winning artist  SZA , releases a 5-track audio bundle for “ Saturn .” The bundle includes the live version of “Saturn,” first heard during the 2024 GRAMMY Awards in a stunning performance from Mastercard’s GRAMMY House ; plus the main, sped-up, a cappella and instrumental versions. The reception for SZA’s new single has been positive so far. Variety praised the track for its dreamy and hazy qualities, noting that it’s “SZA in classic SZA form, singing of the despair and helplessness plaguing the world at large and setting it against rich, enveloping production.” Billboard calls it an “enchanting” new single which finds “the superstar disappointed with the world around her and wonders if life would be better if she could start over on Saturn.” The main version of “Saturn” was written and produced by SZA, Carter Lang, Rob Bisel, Solomonophonic and  Monsune.  Next month, SZA will set sail overseas for sever...

 Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender is a live-action reimagining of the beloved animated series following Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire, Air) to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation. WHAT'S YOUR AVATAR STATE? Fans can now enter The Avatar State using filters on Instagram, Tik Tok and Snapchat! TIKTOK FILTER: HERE INSTAGRAM FILTER:  HERE ABOUT AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world. With the current incarnation of the Avatar yet to emerge, the world has lost hope. But like a light in the darkness, hope springs forth when Aang (Gordon Cormier), a young Air Nomad — and the last of his kind — reawakens to take his right...

Scientists to Run State-of-the-Art Quantum Computing Simulations Using NVIDIA CUDA Quantum Platform, Turbocharged by NVIDIA Grace Hopper Superchips NVIDIA today announced that Australia’s Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre will add the NVIDIA® CUDA Quantum platform accelerated by NVIDIA Grace Hopper™ Superchips to its National Supercomputing and Quantum Computing Innovation Hub, furthering its work driving breakthroughs in quantum computing. Researchers at the Perth-based center will leverage CUDA Quantum — an open-source hybrid quantum computing platform that features powerful simulation tools, and capabilities to program hybrid CPU, GPU and QPU systems — as well as, the NVIDIA cuQuantum software development kit of optimized libraries and tools for accelerating quantum computing workflows. The NVIDIA Grace Hopper Superchip — which combines the NVIDIA Grace CPU and Hopper GPU architectures — provides extreme performance to run high-fidelity and scalable quantum simulations on accele...

 Chinabank has signed up its first ever brand ambassador, the reigning Miss Universe Philippines Michelle Marquez Dee. The collaboration was formalized on February 14, 2024 at the Chinabank head office in Makati City. From left: Chinabank Chief Finance Officer Patrick Cheng, President & CEO Romy Uyan, Michelle Dee, Sparkle GMA Artist Center Vice President Joy Romina Marcelo, and Miss Universe Philippines Creative Director Jonas Gafud. The beauty queen, actress, host, athlete, and model is a fitting and inspiring representative for Chinabank. Michelle, who has won the hearts and minds of Filipinos and the world with her charisma, authenticity, and sense of purpose, is redefining contemporary Filipino culture on a global stage.  Her lifelong autism acceptance and inclusivity advocacy has led her to a degree in BS Psychology and to use her platform and her work with the Autism Society of the Philippines to create awareness about the condition. With Michelle on board, Chinaba...

Filipino singer-songwriter and producer  raven  unravels the colors of life that appeared to have beautifully bloomed in the new album,  Kinulayan , out today via Sony Music Entertainment. According to raven,  Kinulayan  refers to someone whose dull, boring life brightened up after crossing paths with the person worth the risk in love. The rising phenom wrote and produced  Kinulayan with the utmost purpose of conveying happiness that radiates with positive emotions and expressions. A free-spirited record that bursts with hues and energy, Kinulayan allows listeners to find great pleasure in embracing the simple joys of life and the escape that it offers. “The songs in the album reflect the different stages in a relationship,” the Balcony Music Entertainment act shares. “From catching feelings to wanting to spend the rest of your life with the other half, the record traces these developments from a romantic standpoint.” Track list The young newcomer’s second...

 Gordon Cormier (Aang) and Dallas Liu (Prince Zuko), lead stars of the much-awaited Netflix live-action adaptation AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER, are headed to Manila on February 21, 2024!  Avatar: The Last Airbender. Gordon Cormier as Aang in episode 101 of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023 Avatar: The Last Airbender. Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko in season 1 of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023.  In an  announcement video  shared on Netflix Philippines’ Facebook account and other official channels, Gordon and Dallas extend the invitation to fans to join them at the  Avatar: The Last Airbender  fan event: “We will be in Manila for February 21st for the Avatar fan event!” Dallas, who plays Crown Prince Zuko adds: “It’s going to be amazing and so much fun, so please come and join us!” The announcement concludes with Gordon, who plays the young Avatar Aang, saying: “Let's go. Yip Yip!” The Netflix live...