Saturday, November 1, 2025

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Photo Credit: Red Bull

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The Red Bull Half Court National Finals brought the heat, wrapping up an epic Philippine tour by bringing together top teams from Davao, Cebu, and Manila, along with WildCards, for an intense one-day, winner-takes-all 3-on-3 basketball showdown.

Friday, October 31, 2025

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Davao City, Philippines, October 30, 2025 — The Davao Bloggers Society (DBS), together with foodpanda, HONOR Philippines, and Ripple8, recently collaborated to provide comfort and essential aid to families impacted by the recent 7.6 magnitude earthquake in the Davao region.



Wednesday, October 29, 2025

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Mindanao, Philippines (October 28, 2025) – Big Bad Wolf Books is making its highly anticipated return to Davao, teaming up with the community from November 13 to 24, 2025, at The Tent, Azuela Cove. More than just a book sale, this event is a warm invitation to gather, read, share, and rebuild through the magic of stories.

 

Friday, October 24, 2025

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Manila, Philippines (October 23, 2025) — HUAWEI raises the bar for innovation and style with the HUAWEI Pura 80 Series. This device is not only visually stunning but also delivers cutting-edge performance with its Ultra Chroma XMAGE Camera for true-to-life colors, smart AI imaging, easy AppGallery access, and excellent after-sales support. Perfect for those who appreciate both design and functionality, the HUAWEI Pura 80 Series combines advanced technology and exquisite craftsmanship to meet the needs of today's lifestyle.


Whether you’re enhancing creativity, boosting productivity, or elevating your style, this device offers incredible value at every step. Here’s why the HUAWEI Pura 80 is the smartest upgrade you’ll make this year.


1. Experience Life in Full Color with the Ultra Chroma XMAGE Camera




Thursday, October 23, 2025

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Manila, Philippines (October 22, 2025) — HUAWEI takes smartwatches to the next level with the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2, combining luxury design, groundbreaking diving tech, and advanced health tracking in one sleek device. Perfect for those who appreciate style and durability, it delivers top-notch performance both underwater and on land.


The watch comes in two adventurous themed colorways. The Blue model, inspired by the ocean and priced at PHP54,999, boasts a blue-and-white ceramic bezel paired with woven titanium and diving straps. The Black model, influenced by mountain expedition compasses and priced at PHP44,999, features a black-and-red ceramic bezel, a hollow black strap, and a matching diving strap.


The HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 is up for pre-order until October 23, 2025, giving early buyers the exclusive opportunity to experience the ultimate smartwatch.



Crafted for the Extreme Where Luxury Meets Durability



The HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 combines precision craftsmanship with durability, featuring Zirconium-based Liquid Metal, a material tougher and more resistant to corrosion than titanium. Its Dual-Color Nanocrystal Ceramic bezel and Sapphire Glass display ensure it stays stunning and resilient, even in the toughest environments.



Dive Deeper with the World’s First Underwater Communication Smartwatch


With support for recreational, technical, and freediving modes, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 is the ultimate deep-sea companion. Certified for safe operation down to 150 meters, it’s the most advanced diving smartwatch to date. Breaking new ground, it stays fully functional underwater, with both its microphone and speaker working seamlessly. The 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED screen with 3500 nits of brightness ensures stunning clarity, even in direct sunlight.


HUAWEI has introduced the world’s first sonar-based underwater messaging system for smartwatches. Divers can now send messages or emojis to others within a range of 30 meters and relay SOS alerts up to 60 meters, all without requiring additional equipment.



Smart Precision for Every Pursuit


Above the surface, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 excels in outdoor and athletic performance. The new Sunflower Positioning System offers 99% accuracy compared to pro-level navigation systems. Expedition Mode supports hikers and trail runners with offline maps, waypoint markers, and route-back navigation, while Golf Mode gives access to over 17,000 course maps offering immersive, infinite zoom for each map. The HUAWEI  WATCH Ultimate 2 is also STRAVA compatible, seamlessly syncing your activities for enhanced performance tracking.


Smart Battery Management ensures the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 stays powered for up to 11 days, even in Power-Saving Mode, by intelligently optimizing battery life during extended use. It also offers seamless compatibility with iOS and Android, eSIM calling with AI noise cancellation, advanced NFC features, and GCash Watch Pay.



Your Health, Simplified with One Touch


Intelligent health tracking is made effortless with the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2’s X-Tap Fingertip Scan, powered by the TruSense System, where a simple touch delivers a full health report in just 60 seconds. It tracks 11 key indicators, including ECG, Sp02, temperature, sleep, heart rate, blood oxygen, and stress tools. Health Glance presents all trends clearly with easy-to-use gesture controls, while High Altitude Monitoring and Fall Detection 2.0 provide proactive safety wherever you go.



Luxury That Gives Back with Exclusive Rewards



HUAWEI invites you to be among the first to experience the pinnacle of wearable innovation with the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2. Those who secure their unit early will enjoy an exclusive bundle worth over P13,000, designed to make every adventure even more rewarding.


Each pre-order comes with HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 4 (worth P10,999), a 3-month HUAWEI Health+ membership worth P387, and an extended protection package that includes a 1-year extended warranty and 2-year accidental damage coverage (worth PHP 1,999).


Early supporters can also unlock extra savings with a P4,000 trade-in token for eligible devices (available in-store). An additional P2,000 Early Bird Voucher is redeemable online during the pre-order period on HUAWEI Store, plus P500 vouchers for Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok.


Every HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2 is backed by HUAWEI’s Premium After-Sales Care, ensuring that ownership is as worry-free as it is luxurious. With this pre-order offer, HUAWEI redefines what it means to invest in innovation—combining timeless craftsmanship, cutting-edge technology, and exclusive rewards made for those who dare to go further.


To learn more about HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate 2, visit HUAWEI’s official website or social media accounts (Facebook | Instagram). Pre-order now via Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, HUAWEI Experience Stores, and the HUAWEI Online Store.



Thank you for reading. Catch you in the next one!

-BENCH

Saturday, October 11, 2025

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Posh Skin unveils its latest collection of stylish pimple patches. Featured: New Posh Skin Patch Designs

Manila, Philippines (October 6, 2025) — Posh Skin Co.® is redefining acne care with pimple patches that not only tackle breakouts but also let you show off your clear skin. The latest collection combines style with effective care, offering quick fixes, playful designs, or both—ensuring your glow-up stays flawless.


This October, the new collection is getting an upgrade with 32 patches per pack instead of 24, offering more value to your skincare routine at the same price. It includes innovative microneedle patches for stubborn pimples, sports patches for active lifestyles, and 10mm mini patches for targeted care. These updates highlight Posh Skin Co.®’s commitment to offering effective, inclusive acne solutions that cater to every lifestyle.

 

“We’ve been listening closely to our community, and we heard you,” shares Charmaine Palermo, one of the founders of Posh Skin Co.“That’s why we created two patch sizes in every pack,  smaller ones for tiny zits and larger ones for those stubborn breakouts that need extra care. We’re also constantly creating new designs to match your every mood and style, because it’s our mission to make acne care more personal and fun”.

 

 

Fresh Designs for Authentic Skin Experiences

The newest Posh Skin Co.® pimple patch collection features four unique styles, each crafted to tackle specific breakouts while matching your moods and personality.


Posh Skin Microneedle Patches


Microneedle Patches - Designed with microneedle technology, it works to flatten and reduce stubborn pimples faster, promoting healing and helping you tackle a busy day with confidence, no matter how packed or rushed your schedule is.

 

Posh Skin Black & White Collection (Left) and Posh Skin Flowers Collection (Right)


Black & White Collection - Classic stars and hearts in monochrome shades, ideal for anyone who appreciates subtle sophistication.


Flower Collection - Bright and colorful blooms like sunflowers, daisies, and violets add a fresh and fun touch to your daily routine.


More Patches, More Coverage, More Value

 

Posh Skin adds 10mm patches to its classic design and expands each pack to include 32 patches.

 

Now upgraded from 24 to 32 patches for the same price of ₱199, each pack includes 12 large patches (15mm) for stubborn breakouts and 20 smaller ones (10mm) for those tiny but tough spots. More pieces, same price - so you’re always ready when pimples show up uninvited.

 


Stick It to Any Kind of Zits with Posh Skin Co.®

Start your journey to clearer, healthier skin with Posh Skin Co.®’s newest 32-piece pimple patch collection, now available exclusively at Watsons stores starting October 6 for the same low price of PHP 199. It will also soon be available on  Shopee, Lazada, Tiktok Shop, and the official Posh Skin Co.® website.

 

Stay tuned to Posh Skin Co.®’s website and follow their social media pages (TikTok | Instagram | Facebook) for the official announcement..



Thank you for reading. Catch you in the next one!

-BENCH

 

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About Posh Skin Co.®

Posh Skin Co.® is a skincare company dedicated to creating effective and enjoyable skin treatments for Filipinos. The brand aims to empower the next generation to embrace their skin with confidence, while encouraging fun and creative self-expression. Formulated with powerful, high-quality ingredients, Posh Skin Co.®’s products offer effective skin solutions with a playful aesthetic to make skincare a delightful experience for every young Filipino.

 

Visit this link www.poshskin.ph to find out more.