Thursday, June 25, 2009

Globe launches RUN FOR HOME: The Globe-Ayala Land City Run for Habitat for Humanity

This is a Press Release from Globe.


Globe opens the registration for its first ever running event that is seen to attract runners and health enthusiasts alike, as it features use of the disposable electronic timing chips to track running time during this fit and fun activity.

The RUN FOR HOME: Globe-Ayala Land City Run for Habitat for Humanity is slated on July 19, 2009, Sunday at 5:00 AM at the Bonifacio Global City. It offers 3-kilometer, 5-kilometer, 10-kilometer and 21-kilometer runs that will make use of the new Bonifacio Global City to Makati Central Business District route. This run will support Habitat for Humanity to benefit the Kapit Bisig Para Sa Ilog Pasig Project.

Assembly time for the 3-kilometer run is at 5:35 AM and gun start will be at 6:00 AM. For the 5-kilometer run, participants must assemble at 5:25 AM in time for the 5:55 AM gun start. The 10-kilometer run’s assembly is at 5:15 AM as the gun start is at 5:45 AM. Runners joining the 21-kilometer run must assemble by 4:30 AM for the gun start at exactly 5:00 AM.

Globe brings the disposable electronic timing chips to the Philippines to track the running time of participants to the RUN FOR HOME – a first for a running event in the country. The disposable electronic timing chips are miniature transponders in a specially designed plastic housing. These are used in popular international marathons where the chip is attached to a runner’s shoelace and in triathlons where it is placed as an ankle bracelet.

Registration is from June 19 to July 3, 2009 only, through the Globe website or at participating Globe Business Centers and Fitness First branches in Metro Manila.

To join Globe’s RUN FOR HOME, new Globe Prepaid subscribers can purchase a Globe Prepaid SIM for P45, load P300 worth of credits and register to Unlitxt All Day for P80. Existing Globe Prepaid subscribers can load P300 worth of credits and register to Unlitxt All Day for P80.

Globe Postpaid subscribers and Globe Platinum members need to pay P300 as registration fee and register to Unlitxt All Day for P80 to join the run. Otherwise, anyone can opt to register to the 3-kilometer, 5-kilometer or 10-kilometer run by paying P500 and P700 for the 21-kilometer run.

From July 16 to July 18, 2009, exactly three days before RUN FOR HOME, registered participants can pick up their race kits which include the official race number, safety pins, route maps, singlet and the disposable electronic timing chip, at the Bonifacio High Street (in front of ROX).

Log on to www.globe.com.ph/runforhome or visit participating Globe Business Centers and Fitness First branches in Metro Manila for more information regarding RUN FOR HOME.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Pet Purse


Purses or handbags are usually carried by women. Women usually love pets. Therefore these very unique and stylist bags are just right for women. Do you agree? =)

Wallet, keys, tissues, makeup, comb, hygiene products or any small gadget can be put in this cute little bag.


(via, Fun Hight)

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Globe Bridges Geographical Boundaries and Unites the Filipino Youth with Project Headshot Clinic

This is a Press Release from Globe.

In line with Globe’s belief that the Internet is a powerful and effective medium to promote the Filipino youth’s proactive involvement in campaigning for change, Globe bridges distances to empower the youth from all over the country as the company’s online marketing team takes One Youth - Project Headshot Clinic to the provinces.

The highly successful campaign is a series of photo shoots that produce glammed-up pictures for use in social networking sites. When Project Headshot Clinic started, it catered to the high-end clientele who wanted profile headshots taken by renowned fashion photographer Niccolo Cosme for use in social networking sites such as Friendster, Facebook and Multiply.

This changed when Cosme realized that through one profile background, different people in various social spheres can convey one message. He realized that the youth can make a statement through their pictures, profiles, and avatars in various online social media. Project Headshot Clinic became the perfect venue for the youth to express their national pride, creativity, and individuality – an advocacy it shares with Globe Telecom.

With Globe’s One Youth - Project Headshot Clinic, the youth can have their photos taken by one of the country’s best fashion photographers. They can post it on their websites as profile pictures, and with this, they can communicate the change that they stand for so that every time their friends see them on Friendster, Facebook, Blogspot or other sites, they are reminded of their desire for change.

A thousand individuals have already joined this cause in Metro Manila alone. Eight Headshot Clinics were done in Makati, Taguig, and Quezon City, with the biggest Headshot Clinic done in the country’s number one dance club, Embassy.

The Headshot Clinics in Manila were done in partnership with one call center, VXI Global Solutions, student organizations like the University of the Philippines Junior Marketing Association (UP JMA), De La Salle University Junior Entrepreneurs Marketing Association (DLSU JEMA) and the Ateneo de Manila University Sanggunian, and Embassy Club.

These Headshot Clinics were attended by students from different colleges and universities such as UP, DLSU, ADMU, DLS-College of Saint Benilde, University of Santo Tomas (UST), Far Eastern University (FEU), Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), Miriam College, Assumption College, and others.

This time, Globe focuses the spotlight on the youth from Cebu, Baguio and Davao. Globe gives the youth from the provinces a chance to broadcast their statements, to be seen by the entire country, even the entire world through their personal websites. Through Headshot Clinic, the youth from the provinces will be given their chance to shine and inspire other people.

Globe’s One Youth - Project Headshot Clinic will be held on June 27 in Davao, July 4 in Cebu, July 11 in Baguio and back to Manila on July 18. Shoots will also be held in Cebu and in Manila in July with final dates to be updated on the One Youth website.

Globe wants to encourage the Filipino youth to be proactive in campaigning for change, no matter where they are in the Philippines, in the most effective, efficient and extensive way. Through One Youth - Project Headshot Clinic, the Filipino youth can send the message of unity and call for change, one headshot at a time.

For more information about the project and how to have your own Headshot, please visit oneyouth.globe.com.ph.

Why women stay longer in the bathroom


I am sure a lot of guys wonder why women stay longer in the restroom even if we will just pee. This picture explains the reason why. =)


(via, About Blank)

Monday, June 15, 2009

Globe brings the first android phone to Filipino customers

This is a Press Release from Globe.



Globe introduces the new HTC Magic, the Android OS-powered phone, to Filipino customers this month. The HTC Magic is a feature-packed entertainment and communication device that makes use of the Android software platform for mobile devices initially developed by Google.

As a pioneer in digital communications, Globe aims to deliver the most advanced services and the latest technology and devices to consumers so they get the best mobile experience – first with iPhone and now, android phone.

This new HSDPA (3.5G) HTC Magic phone allows instant access to the Google search and seamless email synchronization.

Other features of the phone include easy viewing of PDF files and Microsoft Word and Excel documents, and support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync with push email as well as calendar and contact synchronization.

The HTC Magic has a chic look with a 3.2-inch TFT-LCD flat touch-sensitive screen with HVGA resolution for a wide display and a 3.2 megapixel color camera with auto focus to capture video and still pictures.

It also has an onscreen versatile keyboard with predictive text, an accelerometer for auto-rotate, handwriting recognition, and a track ball. It comes with a Smart Dialer that allows users to call in whatever way they want, either dialing the phone number or the first few letters of the name.

Globe makes the new HTC Magic available in the Philippines and it’s free at GPlan or GFlex 7000 in Megamall Globe Telecom Business Center (4/F Cyberzone, Building B). You can also log on to www.globe.com.ph for more details.

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Links links links...


Hello blogging friends and readers, I just would like to inform everyone that I'll be cleaning my blogroll starting today. I'll be deleting links that are in hiatus for about 10 years or so, and will only keep those active ones. If I forgot to include your link, just email me at lalaine (at) gameops (dot) net or leave a comment here



Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Globe Offers Innovative Solutions to enable Filipinos to discover more and be more.

This is a Press Release from Globe.



Globe gives its subscribers the power to live a full Internet-enabled lifestyle as it provides them a suite of solutions that complements different types of lifestyles.

Globe has been expanding its wireless broadband network to accommodate the increasing demand for the Internet. This year, Globe introduced Globe Broadband Tattoo and Globe Broadband Powered by WiMAX (Worldwide interoperability for Microwave Access). In June, the company is launching hyper-speed plans via cutting-edge fiber-to-the-home technology.

TATTOO
For the energetic, young at heart customers who need to stay connected as they go through their busy day, Globe Broadband Tattoo is the solution. Globe has recently introduced three new USB modem designs to choose from, allowing customers to connect anywhere, with a stylish USB that reflects their hip and trendy lifestyle.



With Globe Broadband Tattoo, users can experience speeds of up to 2 Mbps, delivered via 3G and High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA), making activities like social networking, chatting, blogging, emailing, casual gaming, streaming music and movies much more enjoyable yet still affordable.

The Globe Broadband Tattoo Prepaid Kit comes with an initial five hours of free Internet time (prepaid load of PHP 100). Additional time is very affordable at only P5 per fifteen minutes on the Internet. Now subscribers can be online anytime, anywhere with Globe Broadband Tattoo.



WIMAX
For progressive family builders, who want to provide their family members – their children, spouse and themselves – all the opportunities that life and the internet has to offer, yet who could not because they live in areas that previously had few or no options for internet access, Globe has rolled out Globe Broadband Powered by WIMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access).

The WIMAX-based plans provide good value for money with unlimited internet access ideal for households with frequent daily usage. With a speed of up to 512kbps for only PHP795 per month, the entry plan is 33% faster and 25% more affordable than any other entry-level postpaid plans in the market. Because Globe is very confident in the connection quality it provides, the package comes with an aggressive money-back guarantee, allowing any subscriber to terminate their account with no termination fees, should they be unhappy with the connection.

WiMAX is a technology designed to enable the deployment of wireless broadband access as a cost-efficient alternative to cable and DSL. WIMAX also has improved reach and can cover distances greater than those covered by other wireless technologies like WiFi, CDMA, or 3G. Globe’s network is considered the first and biggest 2.5Ghz WiMAX (802.16e) broadband network in South East Asia.

Globe is first in the Philippines to commercially launch a consumer Wimax offering. Currently, Globe has around four thousand subscribers on its WiMAX network, after only a few weeks.

The service is initially available in selected areas in South Luzon, NCR, Visayas, and Mindanao. Globe continues to roll-out WiMAX sites, as a complement to its existing DSL and 3G internet facilities, to ensure the internet gets to every Filipino who needs it.

As part of its commitment to the local communities, Globe is providing WiMAX to selected local community government offices in Cavite, Batangas and CDO, providing the local governments a means to be more accessible to their constituents and vice versa. It is Globe’s hope that local communities serve their constituents more efficiently by being more accessible via the internet. Globe is also providing internet access via Wimax to selected schools and city hospitals in Mindanao as part of its thrust of community service to the marginalized areas.

AFFORDABLE GLOBE BROADBAND + PC BUNDLE
In support of the company’s vision to provide Internet access to every Filipino home, Globe is also offering PC bundling packages with down payments as low as P999 starting June 12 in selected areas in South Luzon. The PC and Internet bundle comes in three plans: the Student Plan, the Busy Bee plan, and the Techie plan.

The Student plan is ideal for households with school-aged children who need a PC and an internet connection for research and other basic internet use such as social networking, surfing, email, chat and even casual games. The users make a small down payment of only PHP999, and a low monthly fee of only P1,472 per month for a bundled WIMAX connection and PC.

The Busy Bee plan is ideal for busy folks who regularly use the internet, and who need to take their work with them. Users pay a small down payment of PHP999, then pay a small monthly fee of P1,751 for a WiMAX connection and a net book. The busy bee has the option to buy a prepaid Globe Broadband Tattoo separately for only P1,895 for a truly mobile working experience.

The Techie plan is ideal for users who require a more powerful device to go with their high-speed internet connection. For a down payment of only PHP1,499 and a monthly fee of only P2,029, users get a WiMAX connection and a Neo laptop.

HYPER-SPEED GLOBE BROADBAND
In June, Globe launches its newest and fastest plans that are ideal for people who run multiple internet applications at the same time, and who want the fastest available connection. Globe delivers this via fiber to the home. With speeds of up to 100 Mbps, this is the fastest Internet connection in the Philippines.

The entry plan is a hyper speed of 10Mbps, which comes at a very affordable monthly fee of only P3,995/mo. This already comes with a landline as well as a WiFi router, which allows a user to easily and wirelessly share his fast connection with others at home.

This hyper-speed plan will be available in Forbes Park starting June 15; by July it will be available in Makati Villages Bel-Air and Urdaneta, and in Serendra, Taguig.

With these offerings, Globe creates an array of tools that meet every connectivity need of its subscribers. With these offerings, Globe fulfills its promise to provide relevant and easy-to-use services that enrich the lives of Filipinos.

Tuesday, June 09, 2009

How to Avoid Sex Scandal Video


Don't tell me you haven't heard of the latest sex scandal that hit the Philippines. You know, the great Dr. Hayden Kho having sex with different girls. Filipina actresses Katrina Halili and Maricar Reyes to name a few.

There are even rumors that Kho actually videotaped about 30-40 women, without their knowledge of course, while having their intimate moments. Actress Ruffa Mae Quinto and Celebrity doctor Dra. Vicky Belo are also rumored to have videos.

Well, we can't do anything about this anymore. Once a video or a picture is posted on the internet, we can no longer control people from spreading it. So instead, let me give you some tips I found on the internet on how to avoid being caught on a sex scandal video.

  • Sweep the room for a small red light. Red lights can mean a power light of a TV, a VCR or a hidden camera
  • Buy a Hidden Camera Wireless Signal and sweep the entire room for hidden wireless camera
  • While you’re at it, check for any teddy bears lying around. Teddy bears = Nannycams. (If you’re in the guy’s room and there’s a teddy bear, you might have other things to worry about aside from getting caught on camera while doing the deed.)
  • Wear clothes. Or at least a robe.
  • Wear sunglasses. Hey, it might keep you from getting recognized if a video gets leaked, right?
  • Grow your hair long enough so that it can hang over your face.
  • Insist on only doing it in a four-poster bed with curtains.
  • Insist on only doing it under the blanket.
  • Have him or her sign a pre-coital confidentiality agreement. (If a video gets leaked, at least you’ll become a millionaire.)
  • Confiscate his mobile phone and any other gadgets he might have on his person.
  • Turn off the lights!
  • Be suspicious of any open doors or cabinets.
  • Insist on doing it in the bathroom where you can sweep the place for cameras more easily.
  • Never let your partner out of your sight so he won’t get a chance to put up a cam somewhere.
  • And the most important of them all, choose the the right boyfriend, choose the right friends to hang out with.


(via, Spot - image via Tradebit)

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