Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Electrolux Launched Delightful-E Simple Products

Last 30th of July, Electrolux showed us how to save and share with its new Delightful-E Simple campaign, as it launched in Le Jardin, Bonifacio Global City. The launch was hosted by Delamar, a proud mom and radio DJ. It was also graced by Electrolux brand ambassadors, Chesca Garcia-Kramer, Chef Rosebud, Chef Bruce, and Janice Crisostomo-Villanueva.
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See official Press Release below and don't miss the PROMO instructions:

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Saving and Sharing made Delightful-E Simple with Electrolux

Electrolux, a global leader in home appliances, showed moms how simple it is to save and share with its new, Delightful-E Simple, launched last July 30 at Le Jardin, Taguig.

Delightful-E Simple to Save

Filipinos have a liking for making things simple. We constantly try to find smarter and more efficient ways to do things because wasting precious time on something that can be done in a jiffy is out of the question.

Doing the laundry is seen as a daunting task by most moms. It can be both time-consuming and costly especially if you don’t have the right laundry partner to help you out. “Electrolux understands that every peso and second counts,” said Andrea Pionilla, Marketing Manager of Electrolux Philippines. “This is the reason  behind Delightful-E Simple. We want to help moms save not just money but also their precious time by making their everyday tasks delightfully simple and easy.”

Savings Calculator
Your daily savings may seem small but when added in a year may give you just enough funds for a brand new smartphone. To keep you motivated on your savings journey, Electrolux developed the Savings Calculator. This easy-to-use Facebook app was designed to help you track your laundry expenses and savings. Know how much you can save when you choose smarter ways to take care of your laundry with the Electrolux Savings Calculator.

Savings Calculator Facebook Contest
To help you start your laundry savings, Electrolux is giving away the perfect laundry partner to four lucky users. Four Electrolux washing machines are up for grabs. To join, (1) like the Electrolux Little White Book Facebook page; (2) calculate your laundry savings using the Savings Calculator; (3) hit the share button found in the result page; and (4) in the caption, tell us what you plan to buy using your laundry savings, include the hashtags #DelightfulE and #SimpleToSave and post it on your Facebook page. The contest will run from August 11 to September 15, 2014.

Delightful-E Simple to Share

Electrolux’s annual clothes donation drive is back with a twist. This year, Electrolux will continue to collect and wash your donated pre-loved clothes, but will add a personal touch to the advocacy.

From simply collecting pre-loved clothes for calamity-stricken survivors, Electrolux, in partnership with Gawad Kalinga’s Trese, will add extra warmth by transforming unusable donated clothes into quilts for new born babies from orphanages and other communities.

Quilts are traditionally made to preserve a story told by each piece of fabric sewn to form it. In Delightful-E Simple to Share, these quilts will document a story of underprivileged moms helping new-borns in need. This new twist to Electrolux’s advocacy aims to show that sharing goes beyond donating clothes. “Through Delightful-E Simple, we hope to mark the difference between giving and sharing. For when we share, we freely impart a piece of ourselves—our time, effort, and concern. Hence, we are able to give more,” explains Pionilla.

Simple to Share Instagram & Twitter Contest

As we quickly approach the season of giving, Electrolux challenges you to give a bit more of yourself to those in need. Share a special piece of clothing that is close to your heart. Join the Simple to Share Instagram & Twitter Contest for a chance to win one of the four twin tub washing machines from Electrolux and Breeze laundry detergent gift packs. Follow these three easy steps to join: (1) take a photo of a special piece of clothing that you are willing to donate; (2) tell us why it’s special to you and why you wish to donate it, and (3) use the hashtags #DelightfulE and #SimpleToShare and tag @ElectroluxPH.

The Simple to Share Contest will run from August 1 to September 30, 2014.

To know more about Electrolux Delightful-E Simple, visit www.facebook.com/thelittlewhitebook or follow @ElectroluxPH on Twitter and Instagram.

My Quick Review:

I would like to start off with the Pledge Wall, wherein people’s pledges were written in small pieces of fabric and were posted on the wall. Of course, I also took part on this by posting my pledge. This is to express my support to Electrolux’s campaign to make quilts for babies out of worn out clothes/fabrics. Next stop is the food. I loved everything we had for lunch, most especially the Foie Gras. And the dining experience was just perfect. Then we played group games; but unfortunately, our group lost. The winning group got good prizes. There was also a contest on Instagram, wherein two Instagram users who posted about the event each won a coffeemaker; and one of them was my friend. Before the program ended, two bloggers/guests also won washing machines in the raffle. As we exited the event venue, we were given loot bags containing a box of French macarons and a Precious pillow.

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The new washing machines of Electrolux have interesting features that can save us time, energy, and money. These features are revolutionizing the way we do the laundry. You can read more about these features on the official press release below:

Wash clothes and save more with Electrolux

Laundry time has always been a part of the household routine in any Filipino home. But despite it being a regular chore, moms can’t seem to get used to this time-consuming task as they continue to look for easier and simpler ways to do the laundry. Moms invest on washing machines and dryers to lessen laundry time and save them the trouble of hand-washing clothes.

To make your laundry experience more convenient, Electrolux, a global leader in home appliances, carries reliable washing machines that efficiently do the work for you and help you lessen your expenses and laundry time.

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Saving precious time and money is a lot easier with the right laundry partner. The Electrolux Time Manager Washer and Dryer is designed to help you save time, money, and effort by letting you do more in one go. It comes with customizable wash times and temperatures and a Load Sensor that recommends the right amount of water and detergent to use to ensure that your laundry resources are maximized and not wasted. To cut down on your ironing load, the Time Manager range includes a Refresh program that uses Vapour Action to relax fibers and steam out the wrinkles in clothes.

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Removing stains is not only the most stressful part of doing the laundry, it can also be the most damaging for your clothes. The Electrolux Stainwand Top Load Washing Machine works wonders in removing tough stains. It uses a retractable ultrasonic wand that spot-treats and loosens stains so clothes are easier to wash. It’s also equipped with a T-Drive Technology that uses an advanced agitating action to help remove stains faster while preventing tangles and damage in clothes.

With Electrolux washing machines, you are guaranteed to save your valuable time, effort, and resources regardless of the season.

For more information on Electrolux washing machines, visit www.facebook.com/thelittlewhitebook or follow @ElectroluxPH on Twitter and Instagram.



xoxo,

city girl

Sunday, August 3, 2014

Cut the cords and unleash your inner athlete!

If you’re fed up with irritating earphone cords chaining you to your phone or music device, now you can move with complete freedom!

With the yurbuds Inspire Limited Edition Wireless sport earphones, you’ll never have your earphone cords getting in the way of your workout again. Inspire Limited Edition Wireless are the first-ever stereo Bluetooth® wireless earphones guaranteed never hurt and never fall out, enabling you to workout snag- and pain-free every time.

Prepare to be aurally impressed with these ‘buds – equipped with 15mm drivers, yurbuds Inspire Limited Edition Wireless earphones more than double the driver size of many other stereo wireless earphones, providing bigger and better sound. Great news for those who love to get their heart pumping with thumping beats! They also allow for ambient sound, permitting you to remain aware of your surroundings on your walk or run.

Inspire Limited Edition Wireless lock perfectly into place and are comfortable for hours, thanks to yurbuds’ ergonomic TwistLock™ Technology and FlexSoft™ Comfort Fit. Inspire Limited Edition Wireless are also sweat and water resistant and the two buds are connected by a durable Kevlar cord, which can be worn either under the chin or behind the head.

Seamlessly integrating volume and full track and call control, the noise cancelling dual-microphone system lets you easily answer phone calls while you’re on the go. If you've ever tried to have a phone conversation in a windy space you'll love the functionality of the wind-blocking microphone on these yurbuds!

The Inspire Limited Edition Wireless battery powers an impressive week’s worth of workouts and provides visual and audible indicators when running low. A micro USB charging port makes recharging the earbuds simple.


The yurbuds Inspire Limited Edition Wireless come with a lifetime warranty and retails for P7500. It is now available in the following stores:  Power Mac Center, Runnr, Planet Sports, and R.O.X.  


This is serious sound with no strings attached - go ahead and break free!

-------------------

yurbuds Inspire Limited Edition Wireless is really perfect for athletes and physically active individuals. I am honored to be a part of its launch, which also featured Zensah and  Salice products.

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we were given Php 2000 worth of GC so I got this for free!

I chose to use my Php 2000 worth of gift certificate to purchase a sports bra from Zensah. This one's more expensive than the other brands of sports bras because Zensah really specializes in compression technology for apparels. I gotta try this on my next workout session so I would be able to share a more detailed review about it. But if you're into sports or just exercising/working out, you gotta try this out. Besides sports bra, they also have tights, leg sleeves, arm bands, socks, and more.

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my friend Darlene of Hardware Zone Magazine and I

Monday, July 14, 2014

Philips Launches New Range of Portable Audio Products and Home Cinema Systems

Last July 10, I attended Philips' launch of their new range of portable audio products and home cinema systems at Makati Shangri-la Hotel. These products are really impressive as they deliver a new dimension to our viewing and listening experience.


With over a century of rich heritage and expertise in high-end TV and audio technology, the focus on innovation takes on a new dimension with the launch of the Philips 2014 home entertainment and sound collection.


Home Cinematic Experience at its best

Brilliant picture quality




For the ultimate in home cinematic experience, the latest generation of Philips TVs – the DesignLine and Ultra HD range, bring home theatre to a whole new level, giving you a TV experience that is “beyond the ordinary”.

Built with a multi-core Ultra Pixel HD engine that delivers EISA Award-winning picture quality on both native UHD and Full HD content, the new range of Philips TVs deliver astonishing depth and clarity and are the ideal choice for any room in your house.

The unique Ambilight feature virtually expands the TV screen, creating an exceptional and impressively immersive viewing experience by throwing a soft glow of light matching the on-screen colours onto the wall behind the TV. In addition, new apps which are supported in our Ambilight range allow consumers to interact with Ambilight during sport events, continuing the great success story of this light technology and adding a whole new dimension to their TV viewing experience.

From Ambilight to 4K Ultra HD, the latest generation of Philips TVs offer something for everyone. Whether it’s streaming new content, experiencing new worlds, gaming with friends near and far and even bringing generations together to share stories, laughter and memories – Philips TVs are designed to let you enjoy all the good things in life from the comfort of your couch.



Bringing to life high quality sound

Amplify your home cinematic experience through high quality sound brought to life by the new range of Philips audio products that deliver an authentic sound experience.

The latest in audio innovations, the Philips Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100, E5 speakersSoundbar HTL6140Soundstage HTB4150B and 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580 all have one thing in common. They deliver the best sound without the clutter, preserving the purity of the original audio content, resulting in greater sonic accuracy. For true connectivity, Bluetooth wireless music streaming from your music devices for breathtaking music quality in the comfort of your home!

The world’s first Soundbar with detachable speakers- the Philips Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100 and the Philips E5 speakers, are the ideal home cinema audio solution for consumers who want 5.1 channel surround sound without the wires. With space a premium in the home, these two products offer true freedom with detachable speakers and subwoofer that are wireless. Featuring Surround on Demand, the Philips Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100 and Philips E5 speakers automatically transform to a 5.1 channel surround sound experience when the surround speakers are detached.

 Philips Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100
Philips E5 speakers

At just 2.98 cm thick, the ultra slim Philips Soundbar HTL6140 is the perfect sound companion for any flat TV and can be mounted anywhere, blending right into your living space! A wireless subwoofer also ensures you are spared from messy wires for a clutter-free environment. Boasting 320W of power and premium soft dome tweeters, you can enjoy crystal clear high tones, ensuring premium quality sound. The HTL6140 is not just extremely thin, it sounds extremely good!
Philips Soundbar HTL6140
The Blu Ray offerings with the Philips 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580 and Philips TV SoundStage HTB4150B will be the highlight of your living room for all kinds of entertainment. Designed to enhance your cinematic viewing experience at home, both products feature full HD 3D Blu-ray and Crystal Clear Sound, which enable you to discern and appreciate every sound detail, the way it was meant to be heard.
Pump up your home entertainment experience with the Philips 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580 system. Featuring wireless speakers for a clutter free space, the powerful 1000W system with deeper bass effect delivers great sound for that cinematic surround sound. The Miracast feature also allows you to mirror your smart phone screen to your TV and share photos, videos as well as enjoy your favorite games on a much larger screen for a more immersive experience.
Philips 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580

Designed for simplicity, the Philips TV SoundStage HTB4150B is the best companion for your TV. Simply place the TV on top, connect one cable and start enjoying your movie and music – it’s that easy!

Philips TV SoundStage HTB4150B

The Philips E5 speakersSoundbar HTL6140Soundstage HTB4150B and 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580 all feature NFC (Near Field Communications) technology which means easy pairing  with Bluetooth devices.

For Music on the Go

If you enjoy superior, detailed sound but prefer the convenience of an on-the-go experience, then get ready for the party of a lifetime with the latest range of Philips audio products.

Five-time World’s Best DJ winner, producer and record label owner, Armin van Buuren’s long list of musical accolades has another addition: product designer. The Grammy-nominated artist has collaborated with Philips to create his first ever professional headphones, the A5-PRO and the M1X-DJ System which allows you to mix, play and share the music you love.
Armin Van Buuren


The A5-PRO is engineered to meet the highest standards and demands of international DJs and industry pros offering true-to-life sound reproduction that is distortion-free even at high volumes.

Combining the finest materials like durable anodized aluminium, alloy steel finishes and hand-stitched leather for maximum comfort and construction, the A5-PRO is a key feature of the sold-out Armin Only Intense World Tour.

Whether you’re a beginner or professional, the Philips M1X-DJ makes mixing, playing and sharing tracks simple, providing an authentic DJ experience. Combining a sleek design aesthetic and easy-to-use interface with innovative technology, the portable M1X-DJ allows anyone to create incredible sets that will blow your friends away and stream songs through Lightning connector/Bluetooth.


If a heart-thumping beat is what gets you moving at a party, then get ready to be blown away by the Philips range of hi-fi systems - NTRX500 and NTRX700.

The smart and easy-to-use DJ mixing functions turn anyone into the star DJ of the party while the handles and wheels allow for easy transportation to the party venue of choice.  260K LED lights and versatile light effects complete the party atmosphere as you feel the beat coursing through your bones!


My thoughts

Philips really showcased how advanced they are when it comes to TV and audio technology. The products they launched are very promising and definitely, those aren't really cheap. But for the quality that you desire, you would know that these products are definitely worth what you pay for.


I may be often out of the house but the Ambilight and Ultra HD may give me enough reason to stay home more often. Combined with the Blue-ray Home Theater, every single night would be a movie night for me, my family, and friends. I wouldn't mind staying in for a steady movie night than going out to party.



At the event, what I actually enjoyed most was trying out the M1X-DJ System. When I was in Japan, I have tried self-studying mixing music using my Macbook Air and my iPad mini during my free time. It wasn't as easy but it was fun; and I guess with the M1X-DJ, I would enjoy it more. One thing I like about it is that it's very handy. It would just look like I'm carrying a cooler on my way to a house party, but when I flip the top part, I get an instant turntable. I would just plug my iPad in, turn up the volume, and perfect! I'm an instant DJ in the house! I also like the fact that it was designed by Armin Van Buuren, one of my favorite DJs. I got to watch him last March in Kuala Lumpur during the Future Music Festival Asia: A State of Trance 650. He's amazing! I could just imagine how this product would sell simply because it's something he actually designed. I also got to try A5-PRO, their top of the line headphone set, and I wouldn't be surprised why it's even more expensive than the turntable. 



Imagine a DJ in corporate attire...tadaaa!:))

For more information please visit www.philips.com.ph or the Philips Sound Facebook page at www.facebook.com/philipssoundphilippines



xoxo,

city girl


Sunday, July 13, 2014

Miss Manila 2014

Congratulations to my soul sister, Angelia Ong for winning 2nd Runner-up in Miss Manila 2014. She also won as the Press Choice and Best in Evening Gown. I'm indeed a proud friend right here! I know this will open a lot of bigger opportunities for her, so watch out!:)

June 24, 2014 (PICC, Manila)
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the candidates
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Lady and I cheering for Angelia
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Special Awards: Angelia won as Press' Choice :)
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evening gown
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Angelia won as Best in Evening Gown
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Top 15
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Angelia on her swimsuit (sorry for the photo, I forgot to bring my camera again)
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Top 5
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Q&A
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Announcement of Winners
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Angelia won as 2nd Runner-up
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the crowned beauties
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supportive friends on stage
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and I'm so proud of this girl
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girl friends in full force
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my OOTN :)
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after-party at Solaire Resort and Casino


xoxo,

city girl

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Electrolux Launched Delightful-E Simple Products

Last 30th of July, Electrolux showed us how to save and share with its new Delightful-E Simple campaign, as it launched in Le Jardin, Bonifacio Global City. The launch was hosted by Delamar, a proud mom and radio DJ. It was also graced by Electrolux brand ambassadors, Chesca Garcia-Kramer, Chef Rosebud, Chef Bruce, and Janice Crisostomo-Villanueva.
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See official Press Release below and don't miss the PROMO instructions:

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Saving and Sharing made Delightful-E Simple with Electrolux

Electrolux, a global leader in home appliances, showed moms how simple it is to save and share with its new, Delightful-E Simple, launched last July 30 at Le Jardin, Taguig.

Delightful-E Simple to Save

Filipinos have a liking for making things simple. We constantly try to find smarter and more efficient ways to do things because wasting precious time on something that can be done in a jiffy is out of the question.

Doing the laundry is seen as a daunting task by most moms. It can be both time-consuming and costly especially if you don’t have the right laundry partner to help you out. “Electrolux understands that every peso and second counts,” said Andrea Pionilla, Marketing Manager of Electrolux Philippines. “This is the reason  behind Delightful-E Simple. We want to help moms save not just money but also their precious time by making their everyday tasks delightfully simple and easy.”

Savings Calculator
Your daily savings may seem small but when added in a year may give you just enough funds for a brand new smartphone. To keep you motivated on your savings journey, Electrolux developed the Savings Calculator. This easy-to-use Facebook app was designed to help you track your laundry expenses and savings. Know how much you can save when you choose smarter ways to take care of your laundry with the Electrolux Savings Calculator.

Savings Calculator Facebook Contest
To help you start your laundry savings, Electrolux is giving away the perfect laundry partner to four lucky users. Four Electrolux washing machines are up for grabs. To join, (1) like the Electrolux Little White Book Facebook page; (2) calculate your laundry savings using the Savings Calculator; (3) hit the share button found in the result page; and (4) in the caption, tell us what you plan to buy using your laundry savings, include the hashtags #DelightfulE and #SimpleToSave and post it on your Facebook page. The contest will run from August 11 to September 15, 2014.

Delightful-E Simple to Share

Electrolux’s annual clothes donation drive is back with a twist. This year, Electrolux will continue to collect and wash your donated pre-loved clothes, but will add a personal touch to the advocacy.

From simply collecting pre-loved clothes for calamity-stricken survivors, Electrolux, in partnership with Gawad Kalinga’s Trese, will add extra warmth by transforming unusable donated clothes into quilts for new born babies from orphanages and other communities.

Quilts are traditionally made to preserve a story told by each piece of fabric sewn to form it. In Delightful-E Simple to Share, these quilts will document a story of underprivileged moms helping new-borns in need. This new twist to Electrolux’s advocacy aims to show that sharing goes beyond donating clothes. “Through Delightful-E Simple, we hope to mark the difference between giving and sharing. For when we share, we freely impart a piece of ourselves—our time, effort, and concern. Hence, we are able to give more,” explains Pionilla.

Simple to Share Instagram & Twitter Contest

As we quickly approach the season of giving, Electrolux challenges you to give a bit more of yourself to those in need. Share a special piece of clothing that is close to your heart. Join the Simple to Share Instagram & Twitter Contest for a chance to win one of the four twin tub washing machines from Electrolux and Breeze laundry detergent gift packs. Follow these three easy steps to join: (1) take a photo of a special piece of clothing that you are willing to donate; (2) tell us why it’s special to you and why you wish to donate it, and (3) use the hashtags #DelightfulE and #SimpleToShare and tag @ElectroluxPH.

The Simple to Share Contest will run from August 1 to September 30, 2014.

To know more about Electrolux Delightful-E Simple, visit www.facebook.com/thelittlewhitebook or follow @ElectroluxPH on Twitter and Instagram.

My Quick Review:

I would like to start off with the Pledge Wall, wherein people’s pledges were written in small pieces of fabric and were posted on the wall. Of course, I also took part on this by posting my pledge. This is to express my support to Electrolux’s campaign to make quilts for babies out of worn out clothes/fabrics. Next stop is the food. I loved everything we had for lunch, most especially the Foie Gras. And the dining experience was just perfect. Then we played group games; but unfortunately, our group lost. The winning group got good prizes. There was also a contest on Instagram, wherein two Instagram users who posted about the event each won a coffeemaker; and one of them was my friend. Before the program ended, two bloggers/guests also won washing machines in the raffle. As we exited the event venue, we were given loot bags containing a box of French macarons and a Precious pillow.

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The new washing machines of Electrolux have interesting features that can save us time, energy, and money. These features are revolutionizing the way we do the laundry. You can read more about these features on the official press release below:

Wash clothes and save more with Electrolux

Laundry time has always been a part of the household routine in any Filipino home. But despite it being a regular chore, moms can’t seem to get used to this time-consuming task as they continue to look for easier and simpler ways to do the laundry. Moms invest on washing machines and dryers to lessen laundry time and save them the trouble of hand-washing clothes.

To make your laundry experience more convenient, Electrolux, a global leader in home appliances, carries reliable washing machines that efficiently do the work for you and help you lessen your expenses and laundry time.

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Saving precious time and money is a lot easier with the right laundry partner. The Electrolux Time Manager Washer and Dryer is designed to help you save time, money, and effort by letting you do more in one go. It comes with customizable wash times and temperatures and a Load Sensor that recommends the right amount of water and detergent to use to ensure that your laundry resources are maximized and not wasted. To cut down on your ironing load, the Time Manager range includes a Refresh program that uses Vapour Action to relax fibers and steam out the wrinkles in clothes.

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Removing stains is not only the most stressful part of doing the laundry, it can also be the most damaging for your clothes. The Electrolux Stainwand Top Load Washing Machine works wonders in removing tough stains. It uses a retractable ultrasonic wand that spot-treats and loosens stains so clothes are easier to wash. It’s also equipped with a T-Drive Technology that uses an advanced agitating action to help remove stains faster while preventing tangles and damage in clothes.

With Electrolux washing machines, you are guaranteed to save your valuable time, effort, and resources regardless of the season.

For more information on Electrolux washing machines, visit www.facebook.com/thelittlewhitebook or follow @ElectroluxPH on Twitter and Instagram.



xoxo,

city girl

Sunday, August 3, 2014

Cut the cords and unleash your inner athlete!

If you’re fed up with irritating earphone cords chaining you to your phone or music device, now you can move with complete freedom!

With the yurbuds Inspire Limited Edition Wireless sport earphones, you’ll never have your earphone cords getting in the way of your workout again. Inspire Limited Edition Wireless are the first-ever stereo Bluetooth® wireless earphones guaranteed never hurt and never fall out, enabling you to workout snag- and pain-free every time.

Prepare to be aurally impressed with these ‘buds – equipped with 15mm drivers, yurbuds Inspire Limited Edition Wireless earphones more than double the driver size of many other stereo wireless earphones, providing bigger and better sound. Great news for those who love to get their heart pumping with thumping beats! They also allow for ambient sound, permitting you to remain aware of your surroundings on your walk or run.

Inspire Limited Edition Wireless lock perfectly into place and are comfortable for hours, thanks to yurbuds’ ergonomic TwistLock™ Technology and FlexSoft™ Comfort Fit. Inspire Limited Edition Wireless are also sweat and water resistant and the two buds are connected by a durable Kevlar cord, which can be worn either under the chin or behind the head.

Seamlessly integrating volume and full track and call control, the noise cancelling dual-microphone system lets you easily answer phone calls while you’re on the go. If you've ever tried to have a phone conversation in a windy space you'll love the functionality of the wind-blocking microphone on these yurbuds!

The Inspire Limited Edition Wireless battery powers an impressive week’s worth of workouts and provides visual and audible indicators when running low. A micro USB charging port makes recharging the earbuds simple.


The yurbuds Inspire Limited Edition Wireless come with a lifetime warranty and retails for P7500. It is now available in the following stores:  Power Mac Center, Runnr, Planet Sports, and R.O.X.  


This is serious sound with no strings attached - go ahead and break free!

-------------------

yurbuds Inspire Limited Edition Wireless is really perfect for athletes and physically active individuals. I am honored to be a part of its launch, which also featured Zensah and  Salice products.

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we were given Php 2000 worth of GC so I got this for free!

I chose to use my Php 2000 worth of gift certificate to purchase a sports bra from Zensah. This one's more expensive than the other brands of sports bras because Zensah really specializes in compression technology for apparels. I gotta try this on my next workout session so I would be able to share a more detailed review about it. But if you're into sports or just exercising/working out, you gotta try this out. Besides sports bra, they also have tights, leg sleeves, arm bands, socks, and more.

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my friend Darlene of Hardware Zone Magazine and I

Monday, July 14, 2014

Philips Launches New Range of Portable Audio Products and Home Cinema Systems

Last July 10, I attended Philips' launch of their new range of portable audio products and home cinema systems at Makati Shangri-la Hotel. These products are really impressive as they deliver a new dimension to our viewing and listening experience.


With over a century of rich heritage and expertise in high-end TV and audio technology, the focus on innovation takes on a new dimension with the launch of the Philips 2014 home entertainment and sound collection.


Home Cinematic Experience at its best

Brilliant picture quality




For the ultimate in home cinematic experience, the latest generation of Philips TVs – the DesignLine and Ultra HD range, bring home theatre to a whole new level, giving you a TV experience that is “beyond the ordinary”.

Built with a multi-core Ultra Pixel HD engine that delivers EISA Award-winning picture quality on both native UHD and Full HD content, the new range of Philips TVs deliver astonishing depth and clarity and are the ideal choice for any room in your house.

The unique Ambilight feature virtually expands the TV screen, creating an exceptional and impressively immersive viewing experience by throwing a soft glow of light matching the on-screen colours onto the wall behind the TV. In addition, new apps which are supported in our Ambilight range allow consumers to interact with Ambilight during sport events, continuing the great success story of this light technology and adding a whole new dimension to their TV viewing experience.

From Ambilight to 4K Ultra HD, the latest generation of Philips TVs offer something for everyone. Whether it’s streaming new content, experiencing new worlds, gaming with friends near and far and even bringing generations together to share stories, laughter and memories – Philips TVs are designed to let you enjoy all the good things in life from the comfort of your couch.



Bringing to life high quality sound

Amplify your home cinematic experience through high quality sound brought to life by the new range of Philips audio products that deliver an authentic sound experience.

The latest in audio innovations, the Philips Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100, E5 speakersSoundbar HTL6140Soundstage HTB4150B and 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580 all have one thing in common. They deliver the best sound without the clutter, preserving the purity of the original audio content, resulting in greater sonic accuracy. For true connectivity, Bluetooth wireless music streaming from your music devices for breathtaking music quality in the comfort of your home!

The world’s first Soundbar with detachable speakers- the Philips Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100 and the Philips E5 speakers, are the ideal home cinema audio solution for consumers who want 5.1 channel surround sound without the wires. With space a premium in the home, these two products offer true freedom with detachable speakers and subwoofer that are wireless. Featuring Surround on Demand, the Philips Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100 and Philips E5 speakers automatically transform to a 5.1 channel surround sound experience when the surround speakers are detached.

 Philips Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100
Philips E5 speakers

At just 2.98 cm thick, the ultra slim Philips Soundbar HTL6140 is the perfect sound companion for any flat TV and can be mounted anywhere, blending right into your living space! A wireless subwoofer also ensures you are spared from messy wires for a clutter-free environment. Boasting 320W of power and premium soft dome tweeters, you can enjoy crystal clear high tones, ensuring premium quality sound. The HTL6140 is not just extremely thin, it sounds extremely good!
Philips Soundbar HTL6140
The Blu Ray offerings with the Philips 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580 and Philips TV SoundStage HTB4150B will be the highlight of your living room for all kinds of entertainment. Designed to enhance your cinematic viewing experience at home, both products feature full HD 3D Blu-ray and Crystal Clear Sound, which enable you to discern and appreciate every sound detail, the way it was meant to be heard.
Pump up your home entertainment experience with the Philips 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580 system. Featuring wireless speakers for a clutter free space, the powerful 1000W system with deeper bass effect delivers great sound for that cinematic surround sound. The Miracast feature also allows you to mirror your smart phone screen to your TV and share photos, videos as well as enjoy your favorite games on a much larger screen for a more immersive experience.
Philips 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580

Designed for simplicity, the Philips TV SoundStage HTB4150B is the best companion for your TV. Simply place the TV on top, connect one cable and start enjoying your movie and music – it’s that easy!

Philips TV SoundStage HTB4150B

The Philips E5 speakersSoundbar HTL6140Soundstage HTB4150B and 5.1 3D Blu-ray Home theater HTB5580 all feature NFC (Near Field Communications) technology which means easy pairing  with Bluetooth devices.

For Music on the Go

If you enjoy superior, detailed sound but prefer the convenience of an on-the-go experience, then get ready for the party of a lifetime with the latest range of Philips audio products.

Five-time World’s Best DJ winner, producer and record label owner, Armin van Buuren’s long list of musical accolades has another addition: product designer. The Grammy-nominated artist has collaborated with Philips to create his first ever professional headphones, the A5-PRO and the M1X-DJ System which allows you to mix, play and share the music you love.
Armin Van Buuren


The A5-PRO is engineered to meet the highest standards and demands of international DJs and industry pros offering true-to-life sound reproduction that is distortion-free even at high volumes.

Combining the finest materials like durable anodized aluminium, alloy steel finishes and hand-stitched leather for maximum comfort and construction, the A5-PRO is a key feature of the sold-out Armin Only Intense World Tour.

Whether you’re a beginner or professional, the Philips M1X-DJ makes mixing, playing and sharing tracks simple, providing an authentic DJ experience. Combining a sleek design aesthetic and easy-to-use interface with innovative technology, the portable M1X-DJ allows anyone to create incredible sets that will blow your friends away and stream songs through Lightning connector/Bluetooth.


If a heart-thumping beat is what gets you moving at a party, then get ready to be blown away by the Philips range of hi-fi systems - NTRX500 and NTRX700.

The smart and easy-to-use DJ mixing functions turn anyone into the star DJ of the party while the handles and wheels allow for easy transportation to the party venue of choice.  260K LED lights and versatile light effects complete the party atmosphere as you feel the beat coursing through your bones!


My thoughts

Philips really showcased how advanced they are when it comes to TV and audio technology. The products they launched are very promising and definitely, those aren't really cheap. But for the quality that you desire, you would know that these products are definitely worth what you pay for.


I may be often out of the house but the Ambilight and Ultra HD may give me enough reason to stay home more often. Combined with the Blue-ray Home Theater, every single night would be a movie night for me, my family, and friends. I wouldn't mind staying in for a steady movie night than going out to party.



At the event, what I actually enjoyed most was trying out the M1X-DJ System. When I was in Japan, I have tried self-studying mixing music using my Macbook Air and my iPad mini during my free time. It wasn't as easy but it was fun; and I guess with the M1X-DJ, I would enjoy it more. One thing I like about it is that it's very handy. It would just look like I'm carrying a cooler on my way to a house party, but when I flip the top part, I get an instant turntable. I would just plug my iPad in, turn up the volume, and perfect! I'm an instant DJ in the house! I also like the fact that it was designed by Armin Van Buuren, one of my favorite DJs. I got to watch him last March in Kuala Lumpur during the Future Music Festival Asia: A State of Trance 650. He's amazing! I could just imagine how this product would sell simply because it's something he actually designed. I also got to try A5-PRO, their top of the line headphone set, and I wouldn't be surprised why it's even more expensive than the turntable. 



Imagine a DJ in corporate attire...tadaaa!:))

For more information please visit www.philips.com.ph or the Philips Sound Facebook page at www.facebook.com/philipssoundphilippines



xoxo,

city girl


Sunday, July 13, 2014

Miss Manila 2014

Congratulations to my soul sister, Angelia Ong for winning 2nd Runner-up in Miss Manila 2014. She also won as the Press Choice and Best in Evening Gown. I'm indeed a proud friend right here! I know this will open a lot of bigger opportunities for her, so watch out!:)

June 24, 2014 (PICC, Manila)
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the candidates
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Lady and I cheering for Angelia
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Special Awards: Angelia won as Press' Choice :)
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evening gown
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Angelia won as Best in Evening Gown
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Top 15
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Angelia on her swimsuit (sorry for the photo, I forgot to bring my camera again)
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Top 5
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Q&A
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Announcement of Winners
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Angelia won as 2nd Runner-up
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the crowned beauties
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supportive friends on stage
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and I'm so proud of this girl
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girl friends in full force
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my OOTN :)
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after-party at Solaire Resort and Casino


xoxo,

city girl