Stay Connected Anywhere With Vivo V50 5G’s Ultra-Signal Power

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Struggling with weak signal or slow data? There’s nothing more frustrating than a phone that fails to connect, especially when you’re well within range.

From work to passion projects, multihyphenated millennials rely on strong signal strength to stay productive, connected, and creative—because being online isn’t optional, now it’s essential.

With the NEW Vivo V50 5G, weak signals are a thing of the past. Stay in touch, stream, and share without limits!

Stronger signal, smoother experience

Understanding the fast-paced and always-on lifestyle of multihyphenates, the Vivo V50 5G delivers seamless connectivity that keeps up with you.

Powerful in every way, the Vivo V50 5G boasts a 360° Omnidirectional Antenna 2.0 and Signal Bridge Technology, which provide stronger, more stable signal reception wherever you are.

In low-signal areas, coverage expands by 30%, while signal strength improves by up to 45%, ensuring a significantly better network experience—even in basements, elevators, and other challenging locations!

So whether you're clocking in at the office from 9 to 5 or even working remotely from literally anywhere, this smartphone is built to keep up with your fast-paced lifestyle—promising seamless connectivity, peak efficiency, and a competitive edge wherever you go!

Unstoppable performance with all-day battery life

Strong signal strength empowers you to do more. But powerful connectivity is only as good as the battery backing it up.

Don't fret! You will love how the Vivo V50 5G powers your every move. Thanks to its 6000mAh BlueVolt Battery, you can tackle your daily grind, enjoy your favorite mobile activities, and still have energy to go further.

Plus, with its 90W FlashCharge Technology, downtime is minimal. Get back to what matters faster than ever!

Make the Vivo V50 5G yours!

Stay connected no matter where life takes you. This LATEST Vivo flagship smartphone is designed for every bold movement, with powerful signal strength to match!

Starting on March 15, 2025, the Vivo V50 5G will be available for purchase at Vivo stores nationwide and online via the vivo website, Shopee, and Lazada.

UMALOHOKAN: A Revolutionary Movement for Voters’ Education, Truth, and Environmental Action

In an age where misinformation poisons public discourse, environmental crises demand immediate action, and the power of the vote determines the nation’s future, a groundbreaking movement emerges—one that dares to educate, inspire, and empower the youth to take a stand.

UMALOHOKAN: Para sa Kaalaman, Kalikasan, at Kinabukasan is more than just an event—it is a movement driven by digital influencers, thought leaders, and changemakers committed to truth and sustainability.

A MOVEMENT LED BY MEDIA INFLUENCERS AND ADVOCATES

This transformative event is organized by the Umalohokan team, led by Ross Flores Del Rosario, founder of Wazzup Pilipinas and External Vice President of the Green Party of the Philippines, and a dynamic force in the digital and advocacy space. This is in partnership with Umalohokan co-founder David D'Angelo, Chairman of the Green Party of the Philippines. With their leadership, the event gathers fact-checkers, election watchdogs, environmental advocates, and youth leaders together with social media personalities (vloggers, bloggers, content creators, influencers, and other active voices in the social media landscape), uniting their platforms to amplify the call for responsible citizenship.

Set to take place on April 13, 2025 (Sunday), from 2 PM onwards at Simbayanan ni Maria Community Foundation, 115 MLQ Street, Purok 2, New Lower Bicutan, Taguig City, this movement revives the spirit of the Umalohokan—the heralds of pre-colonial Philippines who spread truth and critical information to communities. Today, the digital age needs modern-day heralds to combat disinformation, encourage voter participation, and drive sustainable action.

A POWERHOUSE OF EXPERTS AND ADVOCATES

Featuring an all-star lineup of non-governmental organizations (NGOs), media literacy advocates, and environmental champions, UMALOHOKAN will provide young participants with expert guidance in three crucial areas:

✔ VOTERS’ EDUCATION & AWARENESS – With the 2025 elections on the horizon, experts will demystify the electoral process, debunk common myths, and empower young voters to make informed choices.

✔ FIGHTING DISINFORMATION – Fake news and propaganda manipulate public perception, but media literacy advocates will equip participants with the tools to fact-check, analyze sources, and stand for the truth.

✔ ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY – Climate action cannot wait. Environmental leaders will discuss policies and practical steps that individuals and communities can take to protect the planet.

MORE THAN A WORKSHOP—IT'S A CALL TO ACTION!

UMALOHOKAN is not about passive discussions—it is about mobilizing action. Through interactive activities, networking opportunities with advocacy groups, and hands-on workshops, attendees will leave empowered with the knowledge and motivation to drive change in their own communities.

"We are at a defining moment. The youth must realize that their voices matter, their votes count, and their actions can shape a better world," said Ross Flores Del Rosario. "This event is about equipping them with the tools to fight for truth, sustainability, and good governance—both online and in real life."

BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT!

This is your chance to be part of something bigger than yourself. Whether you’re a student, young professional, digital creator, or an individual passionate about making a difference, UMALOHOKAN welcomes you to join the fight for an informed, empowered, and sustainable future.

📅 SAVE THE DATE. SPREAD THE WORD. TAKE A STAND.

For more details and inquiries, contact:

📩 rossdelrosario@gmail.com

📞 09473820042

Go All Day and Beyond With Vivo V50’s 6000MAH Battery

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Why just keep up when you can take the lead? More than just a smartphone, the Vivo V50 is a powerhouse designed for professionals, creators, and go-getters who demand durability and peak performance—in one sleek device.

Tested by Alden, powered for you

A dynamic star like Alden Richards needs a smartphone that can keep up—one with a battery built to last.

Advancing its legacy, the Vivo V50 pushes innovation further with a powerful 6000mAh BlueVolt Battery, an upgrade from its predecessor’s 5500mAh, ensuring even greater endurance and performance.

With this battery, Alden stays charged from early call times to evening commitments, keeping him at the top of his game.

Now, you can pursue your ambitions all day with confidence, just like Alden. The Vivo V50 keeps you powered for every moment!

Fast recharge, unstoppable momentum

Think 1% means game over? Not with the Vivo V50! Its Super Battery Saver Mode extends standby time by up to two hours.

When it's time to recharge at last, but the hustle never slows down, the blazing-fast 90W FlashCharge technology gets you back in action instantly, so you spend less time plugged in and more time conquering your day.

Designed for fast-paced lifestyles, it delivers a rapid power boost, ensuring you stay connected, productive, and ready for every moment. No interruptions, no worries indeed!

Experience every day at full power with Vivo V50

The Vivo V50 isn’t for those who settle; it’s for those who demand more. Stylish and tough, this smartphone packs durability and top-tier performance.

Now’s the time to experience a device that works as hard as you do!

Own the NEW Vivo V50, starting at PHP 27,999, in three striking colorways: Ancora Red, Mist Purple, and Satin Black.

Pre-orders are open until March 14, 2025, via the vivo website, Shopee, and Lazada.

4 Million Trees and Growing: How GForest 'Green Heroes' and Planting Partners Are Restoring Ecosystems & Communities

GForest, the in-app tech platform created by GCash to empower users to contribute to various environmental initiatives, its planting partners and 21 million GForest “Green Heroes” active users, have planted a monumental 4 million trees in 2024. This milestone has advanced the ecological and socioeconomic impact of reforestation and agroforestry projects carried out in partnership with the ABS-CBN Foundation, Culion Foundation, Friends of Hope, Inc., the Philippine Coffee Board, Inc. (PCBI), Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI), Silliman University, and The World Wildlife Fund (WWF).

GForest is a digital eco-movement where anyone can help the environment and empower local communities with just a few taps on their phones. GCash users can plant virtual trees by converting green energy points that they earn from in-app digital transactions (such as paying bills, sending money, or buying load). Actual, corresponding native and indigenous trees are planted by environmental partners in key areas across the country, with the planting sites also maintained by members of local communities to support their livelihoods.

This achievement marks the success of a multi-stakeholder model where conservation experts, environmental organizations, local communities, and GForest app users can all significantly contribute to environmental efforts through climate technology as they play a role in boosting the livelihoods of Filipino farmers.

“GForest is a key innovation within GCash that’s simple, easy, and accessible, allowing us to use tech for good to empower every Filipino to be part of the solution,” says CJ Alegre, GCash head for sustainability. “Environmental conservation is a shared responsibility, so it is amazing to see the significant strides we can make together to promote sustainability and combat climate change. We look forward to building on this strong foundation.”

As of 2024, 21 million active GForest users have contributed to planting 4,033,854 trees spanning 14,364 hectares in partnership with six nationwide planting partners and empowering and benefitting over 11,244 local farmers across the Philippines, including smallholder farmer families.

Joining forces: science and tech for good

Crucial to the success of GForest are the science-based strategies and local community engagement developed through the expertise of key environmental partners: WWF-Philippines, ABS-CBN Foundation, Philippine Coffee Board, Inc. (PCBI), Friends of Hope, Inc., Culion Foundation, Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (RAFI), and Silliman University.

To ensure environmentally sound activities and the long-term survival of species, these organizations have meticulously selected the correct species for each planting site, abiding by the highest environmental standards. The diverse species planted include mangroves, native trees, fruit-bearing trees, and coffee, each contributing uniquely to ecological protection and community development.

Driving change through key partnerships

Since 2018, GForest and WWF have planted 220,000 trees (including yakal, dungon, and narra) in the Ipo Watershed, reinforcing the Angat-Umiray-Ipo watersheds system that supplies roughly 96% of the water needs of Metro Manila.

In 2023, GForest and the ABS-CBN Foundation successfully cultivated 180 hectares of land with seedlings as part of the La Mesa Watershed project—resulting in 160,000 trees planted, including lipote, lago, malapapaya, and yakal.

GForest also launched collaborations with Philippine Coffee Board, Inc. (PCBI) and Friends of Hope, Inc. Through PCBI, native coffee tree seedlings were planted in Cavite and Benguet to support local livelihoods. The agroforestry program with Friends of Hope, Inc., meanwhile, benefits over 7,300 smallholder farmers and their families.

In Palawan, GForest and Culion Foundation, Inc. are focused on advancing environmental sustainability through restoration and education. Through their partnership, 325,000 mangroves have been planted in 15 barangays in Coron and Culion since 2022.

In Negros Oriental, GForest and Silliman University have been mobilizing a five-year joint project to mitigate the effects of climate change and support biodiversity. Since partnering in 2023, they have planted 180,000 mangroves and beach trees in the Negros region.

In 2024, GForest and RAFI celebrated the success of their four-year reforestation initiative in Cebu, having planted 800,000 mangroves that year alone and bringing the total number of trees planted through their partnership to 1,400,000.

Fostering thriving local communities

Community empowerment is another key component of GForest’s sustainability efforts. As all planting partners connect with local community groups and People’s Organizations (POs), livelihood opportunities are incorporated into each project. This is where local farmers and fisherfolk play an integral role in planting and maintaining seedlings, plants, and trees.

For many, this initiative provides an additional annual income of up to PHP 25,000, serving as a significant livelihood stream to support local communities. In addition, all proceeds from planting activities go directly to the farmers and fisherfolk involved, with no profit gained by the organizations. This advocacy model not only bolsters the financial independence of members of rural communities but also opens up new avenues of economic growth.

CJ Alegre shares, “At GCash, our goal is to continue harnessing tech for good to support this green cycle—through the way GForest enables our app users, how we engage our planting partners, and in the upliftment of the communities that contribute to the cause.”

For more information about GForest and other sustainability initiatives, please visit www.gcash.com.

Lenovo Reports Strong Q3 FY24/25 Results with Double-Digit Growth and AI Innovation

March 2025 – Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) announced its Q3 FY24/25 financial results, showcasing impressive growth in both revenue and profit. The Group’s revenue surged 20% year-on-year to US$18.8 billion, marking its third consecutive quarter of double-digit growth. Net income more than doubled year-on-year to US$693 million, bolstered by a non-recurring income tax credit of US$282 million. Lenovo’s non-PC revenue mix also rose significantly, reaching 46%, demonstrating its continued business diversification.

Driving Growth Through Hybrid AI Strategy

Lenovo’s focused hybrid-AI strategy played a pivotal role in its financial success. The Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) returned to profitability, while the Intelligent Devices Group (IDG) and Solutions and Services Group (SSG) achieved double-digit growth.

The Group continues to prioritize innovation, with R&D expenses rising by nearly 14% year-on-year to US$621 million. At CES 2025, Lenovo unveiled groundbreaking AI-powered devices, including the world’s first rollable AI laptop and a handheld gaming device supporting both Windows OS and Steam OS. The company also introduced Moto AI, securing 185 industry awards for innovation.

Segment Highlights

Intelligent Devices Group (IDG): AI-Driven Market Leadership

• Revenue rose 12% year-on-year to US$13.8 billion.
• PC market share reached 24.3%, extending Lenovo’s lead over competitors.
• Smartphones saw hypergrowth in Asia-Pacific and EMEA markets.
• Future focus: Enhancing AI agent capabilities, multi-device connectivity, and ecosystem integration.

Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG): Breaking Even and Heading for Profitability

• Revenue soared 60% year-on-year to US$3.9 billion, reaching break-even.
• Cloud Services Provider (CSP) and Enterprise/SMB segments showed strong growth.
• AI server revenue expanded, driven by Lenovo Neptune liquid cooling solutions.
• Future focus: Scaling hybrid infrastructure solutions and optimizing product portfolio.

Solutions and Services Group (SSG): Record-Breaking Growth

• 15th consecutive quarter of double-digit revenue growth.
• Revenue hit US$2.3 billion with a 20% operating margin.
• AI-powered solutions fueled demand for hardware-attached services.
• Future focus: Expanding Lenovo Hybrid AI Advantage and AI solution offerings.

Sustainability and Corporate Milestones

Lenovo was named FIFA’s official technology partner, securing top-tier sponsorship for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Additionally, the Group earned multiple ESG and corporate governance awards, including a Platinum EcoVadis rating for sustainability leadership.

Looking Ahead: Sustained Innovation and Growth

Lenovo remains committed to hybrid AI investment and global expansion. With manufacturing expansion in the Middle East and key partnerships with Formula 1® and FIFA, the Group is well-positioned for sustained growth amidst macroeconomic uncertainties.

Chairman and CEO Yuanqing Yang commented:

“Lenovo’s revenue and profit both achieved significant growth last quarter, with strong performance across all core businesses. AI technology is accelerating the adoption of personal and enterprise AI, aligning perfectly with our hybrid AI strategy. Our continued investment in innovation and resilient global operations positions us well for long-term profitable growth.”

With robust Q3 momentum, Lenovo is optimistic about continuing its strong performance in the coming quarters.