Hisense launches multipoint Bluetooth mobile accessories and headsets

As the average tempo of urban life increasingly become hectic, more and more people are likely going through juggling appointments, running successive errands and multi-tasking just about everything. How can they make things simpler?

As busy as one’s life could be, making a phone call, or listening to your favorite playlist need not be another task in your to-do list. With the right accessories, living the lifestyle you want, the way you want it, is not only an arm’s reach away—it’s wireless.

Fast becoming one of the market leaders in headset technology, Hisense—a global brand recognized for its multimedia, telecommunications and information technology solutions—has launched a new line of multipoint Bluetooth mobile accessories and headphones.

“We want to meet consumer needs with thoughtful solutions integrated in every product detail and feature. We aim for our products to perform at its best, and overall improve the quality of life our customers want to experience,” says Ehud Shchori, Director of Hisense International Mobile Accessories Division.

Versatile and easy-to-use, Hisense Bluetooth mobile accessories and headphones can function at multipoint simultaneously connecting up to eight mobile devices with different network providers. It gives you seamless wireless connection, freeing you from the hassle of manually connecting to other networks.

It also has a very useful text to speech feature where your text messages are read to you, so you don’t need to take your eyes off the task you have at hand.

Giving you total value for your money, Hisense only offers no-nonsense solutions that complement any kind of lifestyle.

HB420S Sport

For the fitness enthusiast, this ergonomic wireless headset enables you to listen to your workout playlist while taking calls on the go. Sweat-proof and lightweight, the HB420S is perfect for sports and vigorous workout activities. No need to worry about missing that important call, with the HB420S, you are always in touch.

HB440H Stereo

Stylish, hip and comfortable to use, the HB440H’s avant-garde design not only looks effortlessly cool, but the HB440H also sounds incredible with its high fidelity sound and Hi-Fi frequency response speakers. Compatible with any device with Bluetooth 2.1 version and A2DP + AVRCP, experience the power of music while taking calls on the go with the HB440H Stereo.

 

                HB200M 

With its multipoint feature, the HB200M and HB200S can simultaneously connect different mobile phones with different network providers. A magnetic clip allows you to wear your headset with ease. Conversations are now crystal clear. Sleek, lightweight and discreet, the HB200M & HB200S ensures true mobility in every phone call.

COOL KIDS 2011 Back-to-School and Summer Trade Show

The Earth-loving-planet-saving twins are hot on their mission to help save planet earth! This 2011, Coco and his twin sister Kimmy are hard at work in helping kids realize the value of saving Planet Earth. NOW, more than ever is the time for kids to realize that our planet needs help. The recent flooding we all went thru is proof enough that we all need to move NOW!

Funtastic International Inc., established in the country almost 9 years ago, is behind the Cool Kids and the Fluffy Friends brands. Colorful and lovely characters make up the brands and kids can read about them in two of their exciting books; The Adventures of Coco and Kimmy, and The Adventures of Coco and Kimmy -Saving Zootozoa. These colourful and glossy children’s books are exclusively offered for free for every purchase of Cool Kids products bought from any of the participating department stores nationwide.

The two-day trade show lasted from February 23 to 24 and was held at the Gabaldon Ballroom of the Club Filipino in Greenhills, San Juan. Present were representatives from leading department stores and members of the media. Guests were eager to see the latest product offerings from Funtastic International Inc. that included fun-tastic shoes and fun-tabulous School bags, along with toys, gift items and accessories. The new line of affordable, good quality school bags incorporated the latest characters of the Cool Kids friends; Royal Princess, Glam Girlz, Forest Fairies, Viron Transformer, Earth (Geobot), Air (Aerobot) and Water (Aquabot) robots, and Space rangers to name a few. The presentation of various items got everybody excited to use them in the upcoming summer break, and enthusiastic about the children’s back-to-school gear.

Cool Kids has also launched its brand new line of Black School Shoes for kids and cute and wonderful sandals. Its black shoes line is one that offers great comfort and style. What’s even better is that you not only look good wearing them, you also help save the planet !

Funtastic International Inc., in its commitment to preserve the environment, has partnered with the World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF)-Philippines, an independent national organization affiliated with WWF International. For every purchase of any item from the Cool Kids product line, Funtastic International Inc., will donate part of the sales to WWF-Philippines.

The public will see new Cool Kids collection starting April in the shelves of major department stores nationwide. In the meantime they can already choose from other existing Funtastic products, equally attractive, fun and affordable, that are available across the nation.
Visit the Cool Kids website, www.coolkids.com.ph, this website will give kids and the kids at heart a chance to learn about Cool Kids and their planet saving advocacy. It will also give the visitor a chance to see first hand the new products of Cool Kids.

For more information they can also log on to www.funtasticstuff.com and www.coolkids.com.ph to learn more about the company and its products.

Taste the Flavors and Passions of Life in the South with Alveo

 Uniqueness is a distinct quality shared by authentic Filipino-made dishes. The cuisines of the South showcase the innovation, vibrancy, and creativity of the Filipino culture, characteristics that are also the very same elements that typify the kind of southern living that Alveo Land offers—unique, innovative, vibrant, and creative.

Celebrating the diverse lifestyles offered by the Alveo communities in the South, celebrated dessert chef Jackie Laudico (Bistro Filipino, Bfast), gourmet culinarian Chef Roxs Cailao (Katré), and sublime restaurateur Chef Florabel Co (Felix, Crisostomo, Sumosam, Florabel’s) present Alveo Southside District’s “Southern Passions,” an event that let you taste—literally—the Alveo way of life and relish the experience of Southside Living as you discover the delights of true southern comfort.

Unique to this presentation is a thoughtfully prepared six-course meal that represented Alveo’s “Southern Passions” as interpreted by the lifestyle event’s keynote guest chefs. Chef Jackie Laudico, serves up a burst of flavor with tasty desserts and refreshing drinks inspired by Venare’s proposition of active living. Chef Roxs Cailao, on the other hand translates the warmth of family and community living in Verdana Homes Mamplasan with equally hearty soups and a comforting main course. And Chef Florabel Co-Yatco fashions healthy and nourishing salads and appetizers hinged on Treveia’s emphasis on eco-centric and sustainable modern lifestyles.

Distinct yet diverse living in the South

Whether it be an eco-centric neighborhood or a sports and leisure community for you and your family, the Alveo Southside District has the resources, amenities and facilities you need to enjoy the ideals that innovative residential living has to offer.

A one-hour drive from Manila to the ever-growing South Luzon region takes you to the dynamic and upscale communities of Verdana Homes Mamplasan, Treveia and Venare, which are three signature developments of Alveo Land’s Southside developments. Each of these three properties showcases a distinctive facet of southern living, and it is all anchored on a dynamic and unique living experience that highlights the developer's intent to give residents the chance to live well.

 

Family comes first in Verdana

The 42-hectare Verdana Homes Mamplasan community in Biñan, Laguna offers houses and lots that are perfect for those who want to combine the warmth, ease, and traditions of suburban living with modern-day facilities.  Verdana lets you enjoy family and community life to the fullest with a wide range of amenities that allow you to nurture relationships — mingle with friends and neighbors at the Social Hall, indulge in quality time with loved ones at the open playing fields and picnic areas, or go swimming with the kids during weekends. Already a thriving community, Verdana provides an endless array of activities for the growing number of families in the community to enjoy, while its strategic location makes it conveniently close to burgeoning growth centers.

Situated near premier commercial establishments such as Alabang Town Center, the Madrigal Business Park, Paseo De Sta. Rosa, and Laguna Technopark, as well as some of the country’s top schools like Brent School, Caritas Don Bosco, De La Salle University-Canlubang, and St. Scholastica’s College Westgrove, Verdana is indeed Alveo Land’s gateway to the south.

Living Sustainably in Treveia

Alveo also puts a premium on developing cutting-edge communities anchored on environmental sustainability--a proposition that became a reality in the country's first fully sustainable township of NUVALI with Treveia.

Hailed as the first large-scale residential development in the country built on the principles of modern, eco-centric design, Treveia boasts a wide range of facilities that revolutionize contemporary living amid lush greenery, landscaped parks, woodland groves, and themed gardens that promote environmental consciousness and care for nature. With a masterplan firmly based on eco-sensitivity, this made the concept of sustainable residential living accessible to families, which was very well received by the real estate market.

“Apart from addressing the needs of its residents, Treveia is designed to adhere to the tenets of sustainability as championed by the whole NUVALI development,” says Alveo Land Project Development Group Head Jennylle Tupaz, highlighting Alveo Land’s emphasis on environmental sustainability as a vital key to modern living. “Green principles are present in different facets of the development, making it a community that can be considered a benchmark for future developments.”

Active living in Venare

Inspired by the success that built Treveia, Venare –Alveo’s newest lifestyle community in NUVALI South– complements the needs of an active lifestyle while still allowing families to enjoy the pleasures of picturesque landscapes in a sustainable urban setting. Located in NUVALI South and just six kilometers from the Tagaytay-Sta. Rosa Road, Venare boasts of five distinct thematic amenity zones that address one’s needs for a healthy, dynamic and vibrant living experience with the Aqua Zone, the E-Zone, the Green Zone, the Go Zone and the Me Zone.

"Alveo Land builds with our future residents in mind–their evolving needs, as well as the diversity of their interests. Anticipating this, we built a community that will specifically cater to this ideal and the development's consistently good take-up and excellent sales velocity shows how well the market is responding to dynamic innovations in real estate that answer their needs," says Tupaz.

 The distinct yet diverse lifestyle that residents enjoy at the Southside District highlights Alveo Land’s delivered promise of a relaxed, modern living environment that exists as one with the nature. And without a doubt, by being the benchmark for lifestyle innovation, Alveo Land will continue to hold the distinction of being the leading developer in the South.

 

Alveo Land Corp. sets the benchmark for innovation in Ayala Land. Armed with sharper foresight, unparalleled excellence and total commitment, Alveo Land Corp. is a real estate company that doesn't just find the means to provide the most innovative homes, it looks for ways to make you live the life you deserve. For more information, visit www.alveoland.com.phwww.alveoland.com.ph,

Celebrating innovation with Greenwich’s Philippines’ Favorite Pizzas and New Pasta Supreme Meat Plates

The first quarter of 2011 isn’t even over, yet Greenwich, the most innovative pizza and pasta brand in the country, has already rolled out two major campaigns that excite the palates of Filipinos. The sumptuous line-up of the Philippines’ Favorite Pizzas was launched in January followed by the equally delightful New Pasta Supreme Meat Plates. Both offerings were launched recently at a star-studded event in Greenwich’s fast casual store in SM North EDSA, where they solidified their trailblazer status in the industry.

For the first time, Greenwich held an event for both their pizza and pasta products at the same time, featuring Greenwich kabarkada John Lloyd Cruz and Anne Curtis. Also present and game for some fun were other members of the Greenwich gang, namely Lloyd Zaragoza (Bruno), Mika Lagdameo (Issa) and Kelly Misa (Kelly). The Greenwich barkada thrilled the crowd for a challenging game of Playing Favorites, where they paired up with the media friends to answer questions on Philippines’ Favorites and Perfect Combinations.

The main highlight of the day came when the delicious pizzas and pasta meat plates were brought out to give the guests an incredibly tasty and filling meal. Everyone delighted in every slice of Greenwich Special Overload and Ultimate Hawaiian Overload, pizzas that were overloaded with delicious premium toppings, sobrang cheesy, and with the perfect blend of pizza sauce – just the way Filipinos like it.

Not to be outdone, the New Pasta Supreme Meat Plates featuring Chicken Carbonara & Premium Beef Strips and the Lasagna Supreme with Jumbo Crunchy Fried Chicken impressed the pasta lovers. Perfect for girl friends that are looking for fun bonding moments over a delectable and satisfying meal, the new offerings from Greenwich will surely allow them to discover delicious.

Being the most innovative pizza and pasta brand, Greenwich continues to come up with pizza and pasta offerings that suit perfectly the Filipino taste. Matched with creative and exciting campaigns like the Philippines’ Favorite Pizzas and Pasta Supreme Meat Plates, truly, they’re the Philippines’ favorite pizza brand.

DAVIDOFF CHAMPION

Davidoff’s latest men’s fragrance Champion will trigger in men a desire to develop the latent potential within them. That deep, fundamental instinct for victory and power. Davidoff Champion is about the daily ritual of taking the time to build physical and mental strength. To become a champion.

The Man
Sport is an important part of his life. He is ready to perform and to succeed. Pushing forward boundaries, overcoming challenges. Determination is key. He is focused, he knows what he wants: to stay right at the top.

The Design
The central pillar of Davidoff Champion’s forte is a flacon design so novel it can’t help but make a man stand up and take notice. This chunky dumbbell with its stirring black-glass and its head and tail silver weights is both refreshing and magnetic. Made of real metal with the contents boldly engraved on the cap, the bevelled-grip body gives a rough, masculine touch. It excites a will to win, a sense of resolution and iron-cast determination.
Designer: Alnoor / Alnoor Design

The Fragrance
The top note creates an immediately refreshing impact thanks to the zestful bergamot and lemon. The heart note then gains ground with its energizing galbanum essence and aromatic clary sage. Davidoff Champion is completed in its dry down by the masculine classic cedarwood all the while keeping a durable oak moss allure.
A fresh, undeniable character with a sensual trail. Just the fragrance to put verve in your step. To be a champion.

Perfumer: Aurélien Guichard / Givaudan

Be a Champion
Vision: A goal is the central pillar of all success – establish your goal
Work: The road ahead must be built, by you – brick by brick
Perseverance: Champions always go the extra yard – never give in and carry on
Belief: A positive attitude goes a long way – Yes you can!
Style: You’ll need to look the part – Get the right gear, look great
Reward: Remember this is for you

Davidoff Fragrances

The legacy of Davidoff’s unique sense of quality and art de vivre is reflected in each Davidoff fragrance.

Since the launch of the first fragrance in 1984, the brand has become one of the most iconic fragrance brands, including one of the most successful fragrances ever: Davidoff Cool Water – the renowned male classic launched in 1988.

Further fragrances include among others Davidoff Cool Water Woman, Davidoff Hot Water, Davidoff Adventure, Davidoff Silver Shadow and Davidoff Echo.