With more Filipinos relying on e-commerce to get their essentials, this has also increased the need to protect them due to the growing number of fraudulent activities happening in the digital space. In a Consumer Pulse Survey conducted by TransUnion in February 20221, of the over 1,000 Filipino adults polled, 53% said they were targeted by fraudsters in the previous 3 months. From the same survey, 42% said they were scammed by Phishing, 38% were victimized by money and gift card scams, while 30% were scammed by third-party sellers via online retail shops. While businesses in different industries are continuously upgrading their platforms, fraudsters also search for ways on how they can adapt to the ever-changing landscape and discover new vulnerabilities. 

Martin Yu, Shopee Philippines Director, said, “Shopee has always been committed to ensuring that every Filipino’s online shopping experience is safe and reliable, and Shopee Cares is a testament to that. Through this platform, we aim to  equip them with knowledge on how to shop safely and combat these online scams together so that they can continuously enjoy shopping online.” 

With Shopee Cares PH, users are also encouraged to seek help for any product inquiry or concern, and inspire other users through their memorable Shopee finds and experiences. Sale tips and tricks are also provided to ensure online shopping is made enjoyable with exclusive deals and promos. 

Be part of the community and visit https://www.facebook.com/ShopeeCaresPH or https://twitter.com/ShopeeCaresPH

Graduation season is in full swing! It’s time for to trade in school work for a 9-to-5, and get started on #adulting. First jobs may seem daunting, but if you have the right tools and the right attitude, you can start your career on a high note.

Here are just some of the things you can do with the A57 to stay productive throughout the day:

Load and switch between apps quickly when multitasking

To help you stay efficient and maximize your time while working, the A57 comes with up to 4GB extended RAM. This allows you to start up and switch between apps smoother than ever before, because it terminates unnecessary background processes that slow down your phone.

It also comes in two variants, 4+64GB and an all-new 4+128GB, to give you enough space to save important files for work and play. You can also expand storage by up to 1TB so there’s no need to delete photos, videos, or apps to make space for more. 

Be a reliable rockstar at work 

The A57 runs on ColorOS 12.1, with all-new features designed to keep you focused on the things that matter. FlexDrop lets you run two or more apps simultaneously in flexible and easy windows, so you can take calls and meeting minutes at the same time. If your job requires you to deal with different languages, you can get translations in a jiffy thanks to the Three-Finger Translate with Google Lens feature. Maintain your privacy while getting things done with the Privacy Dashboard. This feature shows the apps that have access to personal data and other phone features, like the camera and microphone. 

Stay powered up with superfast charging

Its 5000mAh long-lasting battery allows you to work on your phone all day, and enjoy a relaxing game or streaming session to unwind on your way home. With 33W SUPERVOOC charging, you get a full-charge in just 72 minutes, while charging for 5 minutes lets you stay on call for 3 hours. If you’re on Super Power Saving Mode, this minimizes your battery’s usage by restricting active apps to just six of your choosing. 

Take a quick breather every now and then

Going all out during the full eight hours of work can burn you out, so be sure to take breaks throughout the day. Play a quick game or watch a five-minute video to destress, so you can also give your brain a much-needed break. The A57 comes with Dual Stereo Speakers to give you an immersive sound experience, making your audiovisual breather a more enjoyable one.

Take care of your eyes despite hours on screen

Not all gadgets can say that they come with technology to make sure your eyes don’t get strained, despite heavy use all-day. The A57 actually boasts All-Day Eye Care features that automatically scale your phone’s brightness to match the environment. It also reduces blue light output of the 6.56” display, so your eyes don’t get too fatigued even when you’re up late at night. 

With all these features and more, the OPPO A57 is the right partner to help you make a good first impression at your new job. 

Available in two colorways, Glowing Black and Glowing Green, grab your reliable and durable A57 4+64GB and 4+128GB for Php8,999 and Php11,999 respectively. Visit OPPO Brand Stores nationwide, partner dealers and e-commerce platforms Shopee and Lazada to shop now!

For more information, visit OPPO’s official website at https://www.oppo.com/ph or its official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines

Young professionals are naturally creative and many have found success both in the Philippines and abroad. The world has seen actors, photographers, animators, content creators, and gamers establish careers that allow them to do what they love. This, in turn, has encouraged Filipino millennials to pursue their crafts, explore their creativity, and live their best and most authentic lives. 

Identity develops from the moment people are born. Developing minds are gradually filled with knowledge about who people should be and what people should think. Finding your true self is a lifelong adventure, but it is one that everyone must take.

Here are some tips to Mbrace your authenticity:

Seek solitude in order to find your voice

A person's most authentic self emerges in their time alone. Most people unwittingly conform to the labels and norms of society, playing the roles that society gives them. They build up expectations around these roles that may be challenging to live up to. In order for people to unleash their true nature and tell their stories, they should take time to know their inner self better. Activities like going on solo travels, meditating, keeping a diary, and going for long walks may all help individuals get in touch with their sense of identity again.

Embrace your uniqueness

Most people go through life attempting to conform to how they think society should shape them, yet in reality, everyone has a unique purpose for being here. They are self-conscious because they fear rejection if they show too much of their unique personality. Being authentic necessitates embracing one's individuality. The more effort they put into developing their skills and talents, the closer they get to becoming their true selves.

Have a great companion 

Leveling up is a lot easier with a reliable companion at your side. Samsung's Galaxy M53 5G, with its cutting-edge multi-camera system, lightning-fast 5G connection, and massive display, encourages millennials to embrace their authenticity. It boasts a powerful camera that allows users to share their stories authentically. This device is highlighted by its 108MP Main lens, a high-resolution camera that catches even the finest details with more light and clarity. Its 6.7-inch Infinity-O Display offers a larger viewing area with narrower bezels.

The Galaxy M53 5G comes in Blue, Green, and Brown. It is available for PHP 29,990 SRP on Samsung.com and other online platforms like Lazada, Shopee, and Abenson.com. Customers can enjoy a PHP 3,000 discount when they purchase the smartphone until September 30, 2022. 

Pru Life UK bagged the International Life Insurer of the Year-Philippines recognition in the Insurance Asia Awards for the second consecutive year. The company’s innovations, new products and partnerships, including its community investment initiatives were recognized by the organization as it stood out among its peers who were nominated in the same category in the Philippines. 

“We are truly grateful and inspired by this honor from the Insurance Asia Awards. I attribute this recognition to our employees, agency workforce and other distribution partners who tirelessly work and innovate to fulfill our purpose of helping many more Filipinos get the most out of life,” said Pru Life UK President and Chief Executive Officer Eng Teng Wong.

The award is another milestone for Pru Life UK as it leads the life insurance industry in terms of New Business Annual Premium Equivalent based on the Insurance Commission’s official ranking in 2020 and 2021. 

Over the past year, the Company strengthened its efforts to promote financial inclusion through providing simple, accessible, and affordable life and health insurance products on its pioneering AI-powered app, Pulse. It also offered free COVID-19 protection with vaccine side effects coverage in the health and wealth management app Pulse in 2021.

Pru Life UK also formed strategic partnerships to expand its reach and offer insurance protection to more Filipinos in the country. With the customers’ safety and convenience in mind, the Company renewed its partnership with Robinsons Bank and partnered with CIMB Bank to develop more innovative digital financial products and services, which are even more essential amid the pandemic. It also expanded its sales agency offices in Metro Manila, and several provinces in the country.

Outside the country, a notable partnership with Prudential Cambodia allowed more than 7,000 Filipinos in Cambodia and their families to have access to PRUMySafety, a digital protection product covering customers against the risk of road accidents which is available on Pulse.

“We are further motivated to drive up financial inclusion even more across the Philippines, including Overseas Filipino Workers. As one Pru Life UK family with all our distribution partners, we continue to expand our reach and protect more lives, especially the underserved and unserved Filipinos,” said Wong.

This year, the Company has onboarded on popular ecommerce platforms GCash and Shopee and made more bite-sized protection products available on Pulse.

It also opened PRUHouse, its agile and dynamic workplace in Ortigas early in the year, to create adaptable workspaces fit to the different workstyles of its growing sales force.

To know more about Pru Life UK, please visit its website at https://www.prulifeuk.com.ph or its official facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/prulifeukofficial/.

Ever thought of exploring other cultures but never had the chance to? Now, Shopee makes it easier for you to get the best of what other countries have to offer, right from the comfort of your home. Starting August 8, discover what Southeast Asia can offer and get up to 90% off at the ASEAN Online Sale. 

From August 8-10, you can visit the ASEAN Online Sale on Shopee and get up to 90% off on fashion staples, delicious drinks, must-try food, and essentials popular in Southeast Asian countries such as:

Singapore

Indonesia

Thailand

Vietnam

Philippines

With the ASEAN Online Sale,  discover and buy Southeast Asia’s must-have finds now at great deals.  Visit here to learn more.