Rexona Confidence Women all set for the Rexona Confidence Project

 After weeks of searching, Rexona has now found the two most promising young women who best embody the Rexona confidence.

The winners of the Rexona Confidence Project are two former cheerleaders who have been best friends since their college days. They are Iya Acuña, a 21-year-old headhunter, and Anya Ong, a 22-year-old producer.

Iya and Anya have bested almost a hundred other pairs who have submitted their video entries. The winning pair will star in Rexona’s first online YouTube series, and will also get the chance to bring home P500,000.

The Rexona Confidence Women will take part in a fun and exciting 30-day Confidence Challenge, which will run from July 2 to August 1, 2012. Their daily adventures will be uploaded everyday to Rexona’s YouTube channel for the public to watch.

To make things more interesting, celebrities will also take part in the Rexona Confidence Project.  Sisters Maxene and Saab Magalona, and Jasmine Curtis-Smith will participate in some special challenges to spice things up for Iya and Anya.

More than just an ordinary campaign, the Rexona Confidence Project aims to inspire young women to be confident, so that they will embrace life’s exciting possibilities and make the most out of every day. It also encourages them to take risks and step out of their comfort zones.

Watch the Rexona Confidence Women Iya and Anya as they take on 30 exciting challenges and prove to everyone that they are indeed adventurous and oozing with confidence. Tune in to Rexona’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/rexonaphilippines and be inspired to live a life less ordinary.

For more information about the Rexona Confidence Project, log on to www.facebook.com/rexonaphilippines.

555 Tuna and Robin Padilla pay tribute to today’s Katawang Palaban

             For action superstar Robin Padilla, compliments, awards and other forms of recognition are no longer new. Used to receiving accolades, he never lets those praises get to his head. In fact, he always takes time to pay it forward and give back to others.

             

            In 555 Tuna’s “Katawang Palaban” campaign, Robin Padilla pays tribute to Filipino workers whose jobs require strength and endurance. They are workers who we meet and encounter everyday in the streets, in our workplace and even in our homes. And yet, we might not be giving them enough credit for all their hard work.

             “Saludo talaga ako sa kanila dahil alam kong hindi madali ‘yong ginagawa nila. Nakakataba ng pusong malaman na may mabubuting taong katulad nila sa ating lipunan. Kaya naman para sa’kin, dapat lang talaga silang bigyang-parangal (I salute them because I know that what they are doing is not at all easy. It’s really heartwarming to know that there are kindhearted people like them among us. That’s why for me, they really deserve to be recognized.),” said Robin Padilla.

555 Tuna officials also share Robin’s sentiments and joins him in giving these workers due recognition to assure them that all their effort don’t go unnoticed. “It has always been a humbling experience to appreciate and give back to others. That’s why we’re really happy with this search, which was actually inspired by Robin’s desire to pay tribute to Filipino workers,” said Century Canning Corp. VP and general manager Greg Banzon.  

In the award-giving program that 555 Tuna is doing for the first time, five outstanding Pinoy workers also known as “Palaban 5” were selected because they exhibit the following qualities as they go about their daily duties: exemplary value to their work, dedication to help or delight other people, care for their health, excellent work attitude, and strong responsibility to their respective families. Headlining the brand’s Palaban 5 are Lilia Miniano, Margarito Reyes, Juanita Dagumay, Adrian Karl Cobardo, and Joel Navarez.

 

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First on the list is Lilia Miniano who started working as a factory worker more than 30 years ago but whose outstanding commitment to her work helped her move up to become assistant plant manager at Century Canning Corporation. Lilia’s exemplary dedication and loyalty to her work has made her a role model to co-workers and her mantra is to make sure her health isn’t compromised so that she doesn’t have to miss a day at work.

Margarito Reyes

            For those who frequent the Cubao area, Palaban 5 Margarito Reyes, also known as Quezon City’s dancing traffic enforcer, is a constant source of delight as he dances his way to his daily traffic management duties. Although his job requires him to stay under the sun for about 10 hours everyday, Margarito’s smooth dance moves while directing vehicle traffic never fails to bring joy to people who watch him. 

Juanita Dagumay

The next Palaban 5 is Juanita Dagumay, a mother who has been a widow for 11 years and is now solely responsible for raising her nine children. This never fazes Juanita – she continues to overcome the daily challenges that come with being the family’s breadwinner, working as a feeding volunteer at the Philippine Christian Foundation Technical College and selling recyclable materials to earn extra income.

Adrian Karl Cobardo

Another Palaban is teacher Adrian Karl Cobardo who started a project called “BangKarunungan,” where he, together with student volunteers, travels to various seaside communities to bring knowledge and education to children in far-off communities using a motorized bangka as a mobile learning center. 

Joel Navarez

             Last but not the least is Joel Navarez, a taxi driver who is admired for his honesty. When one of his passengers left cash and important documents in his taxi, he didn’t think twice and immediately returned it to its rightful owner.

Helping Lilia, Margarito, Juanita, Adrian, and Joel best overcome the daily challenges of their work is 555 Tuna.  Apart from its delicious taste, it also has nutritional benefits such as Omega 3, protein and vitamin A, which help provide Pinoys with proper nourishment. It also has 14 variants including Filipino viands such as afritada, adobo, sisig, caldereta and laing.

All these make 555 Tuna a perfect partner for all hardworking Pinoys workers. And through its Katawang Palaban campaign, 555 Tuna hopes to bring out the best in them so that they may be able to pursue their dream of providing a better life for their families.

Lenovo Launches New PCs to Power Consumers, Small-Medium Businesses and Enterprises

New PCs launched include Ultrabooks, all-in-one desktops and both business

and consumer multimedia PCs, powered by 3^rd Generation Intel Core processors

MANILA, Philippines – June 21, 2012: Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today unveiled its latest contribution to the PC+[1] era with the launch of the new Think and Idea brand PCs. These PCs are powered by 3^rd generation Intel Core processors, to suit varied computing needs, styles and preferences of consumers as well as small and medium businesses and corporate users.

Vicky Agorrilla, Country General Manager, Lenovo Philippines said: “As Lenovo grows from strength to strength, we have been able to package many smart advancements in style, design and user experience and most importantly, at an affordable price, to benefit our PC users. We simply make great ‘Do Machines’ that power great companies, great individuals and great ideas.”

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IdeaPad PCs for Consumers

The IdeaPad U310 and U410 — Ultra Machines for Style and Performance

Literally as slim as a paperback book, the 13.3-inch (screen size) IdeaPad U310, and 14-inch U410, are ideal for any mobile needs, only measuring 18mm and 21mm thick, weighing 1.7kg and 1.8kg, with up to seven to nine hours of battery life, respectively, on a single charge.

The Ultrabooks supported by solid state drives feature ultra-fast boot up and quick resume from sleep up to 40 percent faster than non-optimized devices thanks to Lenovo’s Enhanced Experience 3 optimization for Windows 7. With Lenovo Smart Update, the U310 and U410 automatically update email, IM chats and social media messages even when in sleep mode. The Lenovo U310 and U410 come in a variety of tantalizing colors such as, Aqua Blue, Cherry Blossom, and Graphite Grey.

They are powered by up to 3^rd gen Intel Core i5 Processor, 4GB DDR3 memory, 32GB SSD cache and 500GB Hard Disc Drive (HDD) storage. For optimal visuals when consuming or creating content, the U310 features Intel^® GMA 4000 HD graphics, while the U410 features NVIDIA^® GeForce^® 610M 1GB graphics. Weaving fun into a stellar computing experience, the U310 and U410 come with Intel^® Wireless Display (WiDi) Technology¹ for wireless use on any big screen.

Vicky Agorrilla, Country General Manager, Lenovo Philippines, continued: “Lenovo Ultrabooks are a game changer. The introduction of the IdeaPad U310 and U410 today marks the milestone where Ultrabooks become mainstream. We are the company that can offer the widest range of Ultrabooks, from entry level up to premium, from consumers to corporate, to suit the different needs of our customers.”

IdeaPad Y480— The Laptop for Ultimate Entertainment

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For a high-performance laptop capable of handling intensive multimedia applications, look no further than the new IdeaPad Y480. Powered by the Intel Core i7 Processor, the new IdeaPad Y480 14” full HD display laptop satisfies the highest level of graphics and processing performance when working on intensive multimedia and gaming, featuring up to NVIDIA® GeForce® GT640M 2GB DDR3 graphics.

Entertainment abounds with Dolby Home Theatre V4 enhanced audio, JBL® designed speakers and OneKey™ Theater II for one-touch audio-visual optimization providing clearer, brighter images and richer audio. With an optional TV tuner⁶ and Intel® Wireless Display (WiDi) Technology⁴ users can take the advanced multimedia features to the largest screen in the house for an unbeatable and completely immersive experience.

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IdeaPad Z480 – A Stylish and Colorful Laptop

Striking the right balance of value and performance, the new IdeaPad Z480 laptop fits the bill perfectly. With the latest processor and graphics technology options, the IdeaPad Z480 laptop is ideal for multimedia tasks and are available in a range of dazzling colors –Cherry Red, Coral Blue, and Graphite Gray.

The IdeaPad Z480 comes with smart features like the Intelligent Touchpad for easy scroll, zoom and rotate functions, and the Lenovo OneKey® Rescue System for simple data backup and recovery. For a superior entertainment experience, it also comes with OneKey® Theater II for one-touch audio-visual optimization for clearer, brighter images and richer sound, and up to NVIDIA® GeForce® GT630M 2GB graphics.. This 14” laptop comes with a backlit LED HD display (1366x768), 16:9 widescreen, 5-in-1 card reader, integrated DVD reader or Blu-ray Disc™ drive4 and HD graphics support. HDMI output and Intel® Wireless Display (WiDi) Technology1 allow for easy enjoyment of all multimedia on a large screen.

IdeaPad S110 – Flexibility and portability at an affordable price

The IdeaPad S110 is the ideal netbook for consumers looking for both flexibility and portability in a laptop with an affordable price as well. It’s 0.63 inches thin and weighs only 1.15kgs which makes it a very handy laptop to carry around. It boasts of having 98% full size chiclet keyboard with rounded Accutype keys and comes with a 10.1- inch High Definition display. 

The IdeaPad S110 is powered by up to 3^rd generation Intel Core Processors with Lenovo Enhanced Experience 3.0 that makes boot up time up to 40% faster. Additionally, this netbook also comes packed with an array of features like USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, and optional features like 3G connectivity and a 2 megapixel 720p webcam.    

 

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ThinkPad Edge PCs for SMBs

Lenovo B480– Essential Computing

The Lenovo B480 laptop provides entry users the essential technologies they need to affordably accelerate their productivity. This laptop is equipped with the latest 3^rd Generation Intel Core processors along with integrated or discrete graphics.. Users can also extend their productivity with features including up to 1 TB of storage, USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI out port and 4-in-1 multicard reader. Like the other laptops with the latest Intel Core processors, the B480 comes with Lenovo Solution Center powered by Intel Small Business Advantage.

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ThinkPad Edge E430 – Powerful performance without sacrificing style or breaking the bank

The new ThinkPad Edge E430 uses the latest 3^rd generation Intel Core processors with integrated graphics for optimum efficiency. It also comes equipped with the Lenovo Hard Disk Drive Performance Booster that ensures up to 184% increase in performance versus normal Hard Disk Drive Systems. The unit also contains Intel HD for up to 80% faster graphic performance and an integrated 720 pixel HD camera. Battery life is also increased via the NVIDIA Optimus technology.

Trouble using VOIP will be a problem of the past, with the ThinkPad Edge E430’s Dolby Advanced Audio for increased audio clarity and maximized volume output. You’ll also have easy access to microphone, speaker and camera mute buttons, for a more desirable VOIP experience. ThinkPad E430 also has USB 3.0, which offers ten times faster data transfer than USB 2.0.

These innovations are packaged in a lightweight, stylish and durable casing, highlighted by the progressively clean designed multiple top cover colors with soft touch paint for a fashionable feel.

ThinkPad Edge E130 – Contemporary ultramobile performance

The Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E130 is built for professionals who need a powerful ultraportable with performance, style and mobility. This laptop is lightweight and highly mobile at just 1.49 kg and 21.7 mm thin. It is powered by up to 3^rd generation Intel Core Processors which provides ultimate processing power. Its excellent performance is supported by long lasting productivity, offering up to 8.5 hours of battery life.  

The ThinkPad progressive design in midnight black, heatwave red, arctic blue soft-touch top covers offers a stylish look and feel. Enhanced VoIP, Dolby® Advanced Audio®, up to 500GB HDD storage, new keyboard design, USB 3.0 and HDMI 1.4 support add power and elegance to the laptop. High performance and professional design come together with Lenovo’s worldwide service.

ThinkPad X230 – Laptop for mobile professionals

The ThinkPad X230 is tough, slim and light, elevating the business laptop to a new level. Whether you’re travelling around the world or communicating between offices, this powerful laptop is easy to carry at just 2.96lbs! Engineered for mobile professionals, the ThinkPad X230 is built on the 3^rd generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor with workhorse performance from Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 and Lenovo Enhanced Experience 3.0 for Windows 7 that allows for 40% faster boot time.

This notebook offers world-class features which combines the speed of solid state drives with the storage capacity of hard disk drives to increase boot time and application. Thanks to Lenovo RapidBoot and RapidResume, you can boot and resume the notebook much faster and with the SuperSpeed 3.0, users can transfer data files faster.

Taking mobile performance one step further to superior communications, ThinkPad X230 has HD display, 720p HD camera, HD microphone and Dolby Advanced Audio 2.0. These exemplary features combined with Lenovo’s globally recognized durability, reliability make the ThinkPad X230 a must-have ultraportable. 

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ThinkPad W530 – Uncompromised performance and cutting edge technology in the ultimate mobile workstation

There are times when even your most demanding PC work needs to be done away from your desk. The ThinkPad W530 gives you the power, performance and battery life you need to tackle all graphics-intensive, workstation-level tasks – and to go mobile with them. This laptop is powered by up to 3^rd generation Intel Core i5 quad core extreme with Lenovo Enhanced Experience 3.0 for Windows 7 which makes boot up time up to 40% faster. It also features Nvidia Quadro graphics with Optimus technology and has a Full HD display with a wide viewing angle, Dolby Home Theater audio, and can support up to four external displays.

ThinkPad T430 – Epic reliability in a premium class notebook PC 

With its rock-solid build and high productivity, the T430 is the perfect 14” laptop for any business. It’s reliable, durable and designed to work hard in every business environment. The ThinkPad T430 is outfitted with 3^rd generation Intel^® Core™ i5 processors with Turbo Boost+ technology and Lenovo Enhanced Experience 3.0. It has superior display and 3D experiences with up to 60% graphics performance improvement with Intel^® HD graphics and incredibly long battery life, up to 30 hours.

It also offers improved multimedia and communications features with its 14” HD and HD+ display options providing wider and brighter visuals and vibrant surround sound and exceptional audio quality with Dolby Advanced Audio 2.0.   

Additionally, the ThinkPad T430 users will experience uncompromised connectivity and reliability thanks to features such as Lenovo RapidBoot, RapidConnect, and RapidResume that allow tasks to be performed faster with minimal disruption and high data transfer rate with a maximum transmission speed of up to 5 Gb/s using USB 3.0. 

ThinkPad L430 – Affordable business notebook

The ThinkPad L430 brings a balance of value, productivity, mobility and reliability to any business – as well as a clean conscience. Thanks to even greener features than past L Series laptops, you’ll be able minimize your carbon footprint while maximizing efficiency. This notebook is powered by up to 3^rd generation Intel Core i5 processor with Lenovo Enhanced Experience 3.0 for Windows 7. Its features include HD Webcam, Dolby Home Theater v4 along with built-in speakers for added entertainment value. It also has a 14” HD or HD+ display screen, NVIDIA Optimus technology and boasts of up to 13.5 hours battery life.

ThinkCentre M72z – Do business worldwide from within a really small space

Designed for productivity in dynamic working environments such as education, healthcare and government organizations, the space-saving design of the ThinkCentre M72z All-in-One is ideal for organizations that need big performance in a small space.  This AIO allows you to save 65% desk space and increases enterprise productivity thanks to its compact design. Desktop performance also won’t suffer as this machine is powered by the Intel H61 chipset and latest third generation Intel Core processors. Also experience faster boot time up to 40% with the Lenovo Enhanced Experience 3.0 for Windows 7.

Experience smooth VoIP functionality and enhance desktop communication using the Communication Utility, optimized camera and array microphone. This AIO offers the reliable data security of TPM and also has PC Auto Lock that enables intuitive data protection while you are away from your desk.

The ThinkCentre M72z AIO also optimizes energy saving with the Desktop Power Manager which helps to easily regulate power supply.  The ThinkCentre M72z AIO is built for enterprise-class performance and unified business collaboration in a small space.

ThinkCentre M72e – Essential Value and Convenience        

Designed to meet the ever-increasing communication needs of large businesses and state government organizations, the ThinkCentre M72e comes in a micro tower, small form factor, or a new “tiny” form factor, a one-litre desktop. The M72e delivers powerful performance with its choices of 3^rd Generation Intel Core vPro processors²  and up to 16GB of fast memory to provide plenty of computing power for daily work. The M72e also features Lenovo EE3 for super fast boot and shutdown times. Combined with optional WiFi and optional Bluetooth, the M72e delivers a potent mix of productivity and efficiency.

ThinkCentre M82 – Enhanced Corporate Reliability

Armed with choices of the latest 3^rd Generation Intel Core i3, i5 or i7 processors, the ThinkCentre M82 gives mainstream business users the power to complete everyday tasks with ease. The M82, available in micro tower or small form factor, boasts many of the same features as the M72e, including Lenovo EE3 and ICE 2.0. It also makes corporate computing highly secure with a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) security chip and enhanced design that makes the PC easily serviceable along with more efficient thermal levels that increase reliability.

ThinkCentre M92/M92p – Scalable for performance and productivity  

The Lenovo ThinkCentre M92/M92p is designed for extended lifespan with reliability, manageability and sustainability. Desktop maintenance is hassle free with 15 month life cycle and high platform stability through Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP). In addition, the Intelligent Cooling Engine (ICE2) helps you manage the desktop acoustics and cooling as required.

Choose your desktop from the tower, small form factor or the new tiny form factor – specifically designed to suit your need, The new tiny form factor is the industry first 1L Intel vPro desktop along with VESA mount support for multiple mounting options – including at the back of a supported monitor.

Powered by the latest 3^rd generation Intel Core processors, the ThinkCentre M92/M92p provide uncompromised performance across form factors. Maximize system efficiency with Lenovo Enhanced Experience 3 and RapidBoot HDD accelerator. Gain greater performance with support for Intel Smart Response Technology.

The ThinkCentre M92/M92p offers all that you need to work in peace of mind – the best performance, enhanced productivity, and renowed reliability. 

Pricing and Availability

IdeaPad PCs

The Lenovo IdeaPad U310 and U410 will be available in the Philippines in July 2012 from PhP39,995 and PhP48,995 respectively. Both will be available from Lenovo Exclusive Stores and retailers.

The Lenovo IdeaPad Z480 will be available in the Philippines by end of June with pricing that starts at PhP34,955. 

The Lenovo IdeaPad Y480 and IdeaPad S110 are now available in the Philippines through Lenovo Exclusive Stores and authorized retailers with pricing that starts at PhP50,995 and PhP16,995 respectively.

ThinkPad Edge PCs

The Lenovo B480 and ThinkPad Edge E430 are now available in the Philippines through Lenovo Exclusive Stores and retailers as well as business partners with pricing that starts at PhP34,990 and PhP40,990 respectively.

The ThinkPad X230 and ThinkPad Edge E130 will be available in the Philippines by end of June with pricing that starts at PhP67,990 and PhP29,990 respectively.

ThinkPad and ThinkCentre PCs for Large Enterprises

The ThinkPad T430, ThinkPad W530 and ThinkPad L430 are available for pre-order through business partners with pricing that starts at PhP85,195, PhP104,005 and PhP55,825 respectively.

The ThinkCentre M72e, ThinkCentre M92/M92p, ThinkCentre M82, ThinkCentre M72z AIO, and the aforementioned ThinkPad PCs for large enterprises are available for pre-order through business partners.

FILA and Athletes in Action Run for School Rooms

Education is indeed a right of every child. We’re all challenged to take part in solving our nation’s greater woes. Heeding to the call of the times, FILA and Athletes in Action (AIA) join forces to bring the biggest advocacy run to help raise funds for the rehabilitation of classrooms in Iligan city, which were badly hit by Typhoon Sendong back in 2011.

With 15,000 runners who have signed up to date, the Schools Run for School Rooms (SRSR) marathon will be gathering student-runners from major colleges and universities, to bring a glimmer of hope to Iligan city, where eager students have to do with makeshift classrooms as the school year starts.

Since 1911, FILA traces its roots from Biella, a province set at the foot of the Italian Alps. Unbeknownst to many, this small town brand is big on corporate social responsibility. At the recently concluded 2012 FILA Polo Cup, project “500 for 500” was launched by FILA President Butch Albert to help Typhoon Sendong victims once again by donating 500 pesos to 500 families for every purchase of Skele-Toes. 

Skele-Toes is FILA’s latest line of revolutionary active footwear that is fast raising many eyebrows and causing the curious to utter #whattheheckisthat? For us at FILA, it’s simply a shoe that changes the game. Rock at the gym or at the party, Skele-Toes is just about the only shoe that fits – and Tim, Georgina, and Borgy all agree!

Not ready to rock the boat just yet? Then you’ll love FILA’s newest line of running shoes, Swerve and Flow. FILA Swerve boasts of a Dynamic Landing System through a lightweight foam at the midsole and V3 techonology inserts at the heel. This gives you the proper support that you need in every step, without compromising style and design.

FILA Flow is perfect for the outdoor dweller with its heavy duty outsole, making every shock and bump a breeze. This one will surely go with you to countless victories and finishes.

Whether you prefer a classic or a rocking pair of rubbershoes, it’s high time to give your tiresome trainers a break and take the Skele-Toes, Swerve, or Flow out for a spin. With your purchase of a pair of Skele-Toes and participation at the SRSR marathon, it’s definitely more fun to help with FILA!

Tickets and registration forms are available at SM Ticketnet outlets (https://www.smtickets.com/event/view/776).  Singlets and race bibs can be claimed at Fila Stores in Metro Manila.

Luminox and Rudy Project partners with PPSA

Not too many people know that the Philippines has actually been making waves and winning in major shooting competitions here and abroad.  In fact, quite a number of Filipino shooters have been doing the country proud by consistently bagging the top three places in many international competitions. 

2013 marks another year when the country’s top shooters will once again show their wares by competing in the prestigious Australasia Handgun Championship to be held at Rotorua, New Zealand.  The said competition, held every three years, is officially sanctioned by the International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC).  The IPSC is the administrative body that develops and regulates practical shooting worldwide.  Currently, the IPSC has more than 70 regions divided into six distinct zones, which includes:  Africa; Australasia; Europe; Pan-America; North America; and South America. The Philippines is included in IPSC's Australasian Zone and is under the auspices of the Philippine Practical Shooting Association (PPSA), the national governing body or organization that promotes, develops, and regulates the practical shooting sport in the Philippines.

Just recently, the PPSA announced the start of the search for the top shooters who will be representing the country in Australasia 2013.  The PPSA will be holding nine qualifying matches and one confirmation match in making their selection.

       

Together with PPSA, Luminox and Rudy Project, both world-renowned brands, will be partnering with the said organization to become the official timepiece and official eyewear respectively, of the country’s representatives in the Australasia Handgun Championships in 2013. 

Luminox is a Swiss-made watch trusted and requested no less by the US Navy SEAL teams, US SWAT teams as well as the U.S. Air Force pilots flying the F-117 Nighthawk™ Stealth Jets, not to mention other highly-respected military organizations around the world.  The Luminox brand of watches is known worldwide for its features most notably it being ultra lightweight and shock resistant, making it the perfect watch for shooters.

RudyProject, on the other hand, is considered by many as the world’s foremost leader in sports eyewear, sunglasses, masks and helmets primarily because of the company’s intense Research & Development program used in making every Rudy Project product.

Both brands recognize and believe in the excellence of Filipinos, especially in the sport of shooting.  It is in this regard that Luminox will be coming out with a special PPSA commemorative watch, not only to celebrate the excellence of Filipino shooters but more importantly, to raise much-needed funds.  Proceeds of the sale will be used in funding the country’s representatives in the upcoming Australasia Handgun Championship in 2013.