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 Summer season is officially here! As we constantly look for different ways to cool ourselves down, from cold drinks to cooling activities, we also seek ways to keep our food fresh for longer as the hot season escalates the food spoilage process.

So, this summer, you will want to take advantage of the Beko Super Summer Sale! You can get up to Php 10,000 off in their multi-door, side-by-side, top and bottom mount with no frost, and direct cool refrigerators, including their chest freezers.

We've got a long time of heat for our summer getaways, so when it comes to storing your fruits and vegetables for your family's beach getaway, you should check out the Beko GNO480E40HFGBPH!

This multi-door refrigerator not only lets you enjoy a bigger capacity in food storage, but it also lets you easily enjoy a healthier lifestyle as it is designed with HarvestFresh Technology which helps store your fruits and vegetables for a more extended period.

It is known for its innovative three-color light technology in the crisper drawer, mimicking the 24- hour sun cycle and preserving vitamins in fruits and vegetables for longer.

Food tends to spoil more quickly during the summer because of the high temperature, which is caused by the growth of bad microorganisms. With a HarvestFresh refrigerator, you can keep your worries away from having rotten fruits and vegetables and say hello to a healthier and fresh lifestyle this summer.

Enjoy a healthier lifestyle as you can get this for only Php 51,842 from its SRP of Php 60,990. Need more freezer capacity for your frozen goods? Check out the Beko GNO563E50HFKPH. It is also made with HarvestFresh Technology and designed with multi-air flow features.

This helps maintain the balance of cold air circulation throughout the unit, keeping temperature levels in order, so your food stays fresher for longer. From its SRP of Php 55,990, you can get it for only Php 45,912 during the super summer sale.

Should we get a top-mount or a bottom-mount refrigerator? Let this guide you! 

Top mount refrigerators, or top freezer refrigerators, feature wider doors with a large fresh food compartment below the freezer.

So, when you picture a typical and standard refrigerator, you might be looking for top-mount refrigerators just like the Beko RDNT470E50VZK that lets you enjoy your food for a more extended period as it is made with HarvestFresh Technology and NeoFrost Dual Cooling Technology that provides two times faster cooling and keeping humidity levels high to maintain food freshness. At the same time, the freezer focuses on maintaining a dry environment to prevent ice buildup.

Ever wondered if you kept opening the fridge just to cool yourself from the blazing summer heat? Worry no more about it because thanks to the NeoFrost Dual Cooling Technology, it keeps your food away from freezer burn. This can be caused by loss of moisture every time you open the fridge, which can lead to lack of even temperature control and ruin your food’s freshness.

Enjoy the summer heat, coolness of your refrigerator, and get the RDNT470E50VZK for only Php 36,792 (from its SRP of Php 45,990)!

Got lots of beverages you would want to store? A bottom-mount refrigerator may be perfect for you, just like the Beko RCNT415E50VZK!

The Beko RCNT415E50VZK offers more accessible access to fresh ingredients and beverages as the freezer is at the bottom of the refrigerator. Bottom-mount refrigerators have more spacious freezers that allow you to store more ingredients and cool drinks you want to enjoy throughout the summer.

Both refrigerators include NoFrost Technology, which prevents enormous ice buildup that may lead to constant defrosting.

You can get the RCNT415E50VZK for only Php 37,392 (from its SRP of Php 43,990). 

Are you looking for an energy-efficient refrigerator? The Beko RDSO308K30PPH might be good for you! This direct cool refrigerator naturally lets the cool air circulate through the unit, retaining fresh food for a short time.

The Beko RDSO308K30PPH has a ProSmart Inverter Compressor, which uses less energy, minimizes your carbon footprint, and enables you to conserve energy and be environmentally friendly. It also has a reversible door that lets you change how you want to open your refrigerator.

You can get this now from its SRP of Php 23,990 for only Php 20,871!

Cool yourself down with the Beko chest freezers! Now that the summer heat is blazing, we need something to keep our ice stored cool.

Check out the Beko CF316WPH that is made with MinFrost Technology. This feature allows you to have less ice buildup in the freezer, which means frozen food will be preserved better and with less energy, while you'll need to defrost less frequently. It also has a convertible mode feature that lets you turn your freezer into a fridge, giving more room for you to beat and enjoy the summer heat.

It is also made with ProSmart Inverter Compressor, which eases you from your worries of a noisy freezer and saves on your energy bills, which is truly helpful especially at this summer season.

From its SRP of Php 21,990, you can get this now for only Php 18,911!

So, what are you waiting for? Enjoy your summer experience by enjoying a healthier lifestyle with Beko appliances! The Beko Super Summer Sale will run from April 1 to June 30, 2023.

Beko appliances are available at Abenson, All Home, Anson’s, Appliance Centrum, Asian Home Appliance, Automatic Centre, BHF, Fair N Square, Gloria Bazar, Great World, HAT, J Marketing, Lazada, Magic Appliance, Manhattan Appliance, Manila Imperial, Mike’s Appliances, Our Builders Warehouse Pricewise, Robinsons Appliance, Savers, SVC & Plusign, Shopee, SM Appliance, Solidmark, S&R (Gidi), United Mottoaliance, Western Appliance and 1st Megasaver.

For more information about Beko in the Philippines, go to http://beko.ph or visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/bekoph and their Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/bekoph/.

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ABOUT BEKO

Beko is the international home appliance brand of Arçelik, which is a multinational household

appliances manufacturer that operates with 12 brands and employs over 40,000 people worldwide. It is one of the top three large home appliances brands in Europe* in the white goods sector.

Beko has been focusing on healthy living for years, raising awareness and developing products that make healthy living possible and convenient. Beko’s brand mission is ‘healthy living is only possible on a healthy planet’. Beko is committed to protecting the planet by designing and manufacturing energy-efficient products and investing in resource efficiency in production.

The brand has been in the Philippine Market for seven years and is currently available in select All Home, Anson’s, Appliance Centrum, Asian Home Appliance, Automatic Centre, Fair N Square, Gloria Bazar, Great World, HAT, J Marketing, Lazada, Magic Appliance, Manhattan Appliance, Manila Imperial, Mike’s Appliances, Pricewise, Robinsons Appliance, Savers, Shopee, SM Appliance, Solidmark, S&R (Gidi), Western Appliance and 1 st MegaSaver

This year, Beko will be made available soon in other appliance stores nationwide as it continues to expand its distribution to other retail channels.

Beko is committed to protecting the planet by designing and manufacturing energy-efficient products and investing in resource efficiency in production.

For information, follow @bekoph on Facebook and Instagram or go to http://www.beko.ph.

 Summer is approaching and kids are getting excited to spend more time out and playing in the sun. It’s not always easy for parents to think of fun and productive ways to keep kids entertained, but the Batang Matag Bus rolled in just in time to give kids a day of play with a lot of cool learning experiences tucked in.

With pandemic blues mostly out of the way, parents are on even higher alert to make sure kids stay healthy and protected as they continue to explore the world around them. However, more than sanitizing hands and keeping surroundings clean, the most crucial first step is making sure kids are healthy on the inside because 70% of the body’s immunity comes from the gut.

“The gut affects so much of a child’s body: their mood, their reasoning, their behavior, and of course their overall health,” said J Ann Mirasol, from the makers of Erceflora Kiddie. “Erceflora Kiddie is created to help balance the good bacteria in the gut, allowing it to absorb nutrients, resist harmful microbes, and prevent upset stomachs.”

To help parents understand the importance of gut health and make building healthy habits easier and more fun for their kids, Erceflora Kiddie created the Batang Matatag Bus, a touring bus across the metro meaning to make education on gut health for kids fun and simple. “Kids with a healthy gut are healthier, happier, and more energetic, and that’s what we call ‘Batang Matatag’,” said Mirasol.

The Batang Matatag Bus was parked at the BGC Amphitheater from March 11-12 to set up the Todo Tatag Playground that had activities for the whole family:

· The Todo Tatag Playground

The Todo Tatag Playground featured different play areas that highlighted key information on how a healthy gut supports the overall development of children. Playground equipment were turned into exciting learning opportunities for all kids to be strong, healthy, and become Batang Matatag.

· The Todo Tatag Bus

Hopping onto the Todo Tatag Bus, kids learned the Todo Tatag Technique to make washing hands a fun and effective activity. There were also interactive games and photo walls to take fun photos and make cool memories.

· A Fun-filled Program

Starting at 2:00 PM on March 11 there will be an interactive program for the family to enjoy together. Families can expect fun games, playful mascots, and entertaining hosts that will give a fun filled family day to all who attend. The program will not only involve energetic activities to keep the audience engaged but also learn more about Erceflora Kiddie and why kids should be encouraged to use it.

· Bonding with Tatag Mommies

Erceflora Kiddie brought in the Todo Tatag Mommies Rica Peralejo-Bonifacio, Cheska Kramer, and Andi Manzano with host Riza Diaz to talk about creative ways to encourage the whole family to start more healthy habits and learn more about how to raise stronger, healthier kids starting with gut health. With the help of Erceflora Kiddie, kids can absorb more nutrients, activating better immunity against harmful microbes for todo tatag na tiyan para sa todo tatag na katawan.

With much excitement generated by the Todo Tatag Bus and Playground, BGC is just the first in several other stops for the Batang Matatag Bus throughout the year. In the meantime, parents can help even more kids maintain a healthy gut. When you buy Erceflora Kiddie, a portion of the sale will support Batang Matatag—a movement initiated by Save the Children Philippines and Erceflora Kiddie to improve the overall health and nutrition of children in school

Busy mornings are always a challenge for moms. Often, you and your family get overwhelmed by the morning rush that you barely have time to catch up with each other.

Not to worry — tomorrow is always a new opportunity for you to create a delightful breakfast experience for your loved ones that may set a positive tone for the rest of the day. Here’s how:

1. Have a morning playlist full of upbeat, happy songs

Begin the day on the right note — literally! Play your family's favorite happy, upbeat songs in the background to pump up everyone in the morning. Listening to lively tunes will help lighten up the mood and lift up any weary spirit.

Pro tip: Create a shared playlist the night before or during the weekend. This not only ensures that everyone’s favorite music is included, but it can also be an amazing bonding and enjoyable activity for the family.

2. Open the curtains and let the sunshine in

Let the sunlight flood your dining room. It feels like a no-brainer, but this is a great way to awaken the family’s bodily rhythm to get everyone ready for the day. It may also keep the kids from getting back to snoozing! Together, enjoy the gentle warmth of the sunlight while soaking up and getting a boost from that good ol’ Vitamin D.

3. Prepare a hearty and delicious breakfast

Having a delightful breakfast is a must in every family’s morning routine! It helps give everyone the energy they’ll need to conquer all the tasks and activities at work or school. To whip up tasty and nutritious meals and drinks, remember to use high-quality products such as those from Universal Robina Corporation (URC).

For breakfast, classic silog meals like tocilog and baconsilog are foolproof. So, make sure to choose products that are farm-fresh quality, like the ones from Robina Farms.

●      Robina Farms Honey-Cured Bacon: You and your children will enjoy this tender, premium bacon that has the right amount of sweetness from honey.

●      Robina Farms Primera Tocino: Another option for the family? These juicy chunks of prime pork that have a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors.

●      Robina Farms Premium Brown Eggs: Of course, you can’t forget the -log in your silog. Choose these farm-fresh ones that contain essential nutrients such as DHA and choline.

To complete the morning meal, include delicious and energizing drinks! Here are some good choices for the family:

●      Vitasoy Plus Milky: This one’s for the whole family! Satisfy your creamy and milky morning cravings with this calcium and protein-rich soy milk drink.

●      Great Taste White Twin Pack: You and your hubby will surely love its swaktong timpla ng rich coffee at sweet cream. As a cherry on top, its Aromanamnam (coffee aroma) can help boost your energy – aroma pa lang ganado ka.

With a breakfast made delightful with these products, your whole family will be excited to wake up every morning.

4. Make it a tradition and create lasting memories

Once the yummy breakfast is set, now is the perfect time to gather around the dining table, enjoy the meal, and open yourselves to great conversations with each other. By making these simple yet special meals a tradition, you can create lasting memories, build stronger relationships, and, most of all, create a happy and loving home that the entire family will always treasure.

Make your mornings count! Have a delightful breakfast with your family every day with the help of URC. They offer a variety of good food and beverage choices that will surely delight the whole family anytime, anywhere.

Make #URDelightfulChoice from URC’s wide range of high-quality products. Shop your favorite URC products at a supermarket near you or shop online via GoCart.

 MANILA, PHILIPPINES – UnionDigital Bank (UD), the digital bank subsidiary of Union Bank of the Philippines, recently announced its partnership with the country’s first fully integrated and fully digital health and wellness platform, mWell. The collaboration comes as part of UD’s efforts to make financial services more accessible to Filipinos.

UnionDigital Bank will provide mWell’s patients with a holistic health and financial wellness experience by integrating its banking services into mWell’s app. Being the number one digital lender in the Philippines, UD is committed to providing innovative solutions to enable more individuals and businesses to obtain the financial resources they need to achieve their goals. 

mWell, on the other hand, aims to bring healthcare to more Filipinos here and abroad through its fully integrated, sustainable, and future-proof digital platform. It provides a seamless end-to-end journey for its patients – from booking a video consultation to having their medicines delivered to their doorsteps. As part of the MPIC group, it is committed to working towards the achievement of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being.

Recently, mWell was recognized at the highly-coveted 2023 Global Mobile Awards at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona Spain. They bagged the award for Best Mobile Innovation for Digital Life, Digital Everything Category. 

Having the same objective of using innovation in providing ease and improving access to wellness for its customers, mWell and UnionDigital Bank will strive to make healthcare services more affordable by offering digital banking products, such as medical emergency loans and flexible payment terms, integrated within the mWell app.

“Joining forces with UnionDigital Bank is a major step towards improving the overall healthcare experience of our customers. It will bring a new level of convenience and support, enhancing our ability to deliver on our mission of empowering people to live their healthiest lives,” said Chaye Cabal-Revilla, President and CEO, mWell; Chief Finance, Risk, and Sustainability Officer, MPIC.

By working together, UnionDigital Bank and mWell can create a more efficient and effective digital experience that prioritizes the needs of its customers from health to finances.

“Combining our expertise in digital banking and healthcare innovation, our partnership with mWell will enable us to offer cutting-edge solutions and seamlessly integrate our services into their app, making it easier for their customers to manage the financial aspects of their healthcare journey,” said Henry R. Aguda, President and CEO, UnionDigital Bank. “Together, we are committed to empowering mWell users to have greater control over their health, allowing them to focus on what truly matters – their health and well-being.” 

This is a milestone for both UnionDigital Bank and mWell as they mark a major step forward in driving financial inclusion and improving the overall healthcare experience of its customers. 

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About UnionDigital Bank

UnionDigital Bank is a fully digital bank and a wholly owned subsidiary of UnionBank of the Philippines. The UnionDigital Bank app is now live for a limited set of customers through invitation only. Future updates on the launch will be available through the digital bank’s social media channels on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.  Learn more at www.uniondigitalbank.io.  

Metro Pacific Health Tech Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation, the leading infrastructure investment company in the Philippines with investments in various infrastructure assets, including healthcare. 

As part of the MPIC Group, mWell is committed to work towards the achievement of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being. It also supports the MVP Group’s Gabay Kalusugan advocacy focusing on quality and affordable healthcare. For more information, visit: www.mwell.com.ph.

Fuss-free and budget-savvy companion, pandapro, gives its subscribers the ultimate VIP access to tasty experiences unlike no other!

It’s no secret that pandapro holds the key to unlocking the full benefits of the foodpanda app, and aside from being your fuss-free and budget-savvy companion, it also brings premium experiences within your reach – fit for a king and queen!

And have you heard the latest juicy insider deet? The benefits now include members-only access to an unparalleled Dine-in experience where you can score up to 25% off your total bill at any partner restaurant among the roster. So you’re in for a massive treat!

Like last January when foodpanda hit the streets of Cebu and held its pandapro-exclusive Dine-in gastronomic haven: Sinulog Eats food market from January 6th to 8th, and brought together 15 of the region's finest local vendors to prepare a delectable feast where they’d be able to showcase their culinary prowess through a diverse flavor profile selection from cuisines such as Asian, Western, and of course, Filipino!

But the fun didn’t end there! Participants got the chance to be serenaded by homegrown performers, and were able to flex their smarts in a trivia game hosted by Cebu's very own Slogos Nights! PLUS, with every stamp collected (in their pandapro-provided event passports) from their dine-in purchases, attendees were able to redeem a corresponding exclusive merch of their selection.

The cherry on top? Two lucky event-goers even got the chance to bag VIP tickets to the pandapro-sponsored Wavy Baby Festival just by snapping a photo with Pau-Pau or at the dine-in photobooth.

Everything Dine-in was achieved through a few taps in-app!

Here’s how:

1. Open the foodpanda app

2. Tap the Dine-in tile

3. Select your preferred restaurant and check the available deal

4. Swipe to Redeem

5. Enjoy and save up to 25% off your total bill!

Some of the Cebu restaurants available on Dine-in:

● The Social - Ayala Center Cebu

● Shawarma Gourmet - Escario Cebu

● I Love Bucket Shrimp - SRP Talisay

● American Ribs and Wings - Metro Colon

● Kape Kristiano - Banilad

● Coffee Dream Plus - Ayala Center Cebu

● Precious Brew Café - A.S. Fortuna Street

● Good Juju Cafe - Fortuna Street

● Y Cafe - APM Centrale

● Hyderabad Dine In - Cebu Business Park

● Cafe LiBrew - Capitol Site

● Room 18 Lounge - APM Centrale

● The Tavern

● Sushishots

● Sulbing

● Tin Gow

● The Rustic Food Corner

● VCente Bat Choy

● Tata's Kitchen

● I-Cha Dessert Cafe

● Dubby's Ultimate Burger

● Happy Dipping

● Balamban Liempo - Sugbo Mercado

Ready to take your gastro-venture to new heights? Well, hop on in ‘cause we’ve got the answer to all your convenience-and-budget-saving woes! With a wide assortment of restaurants right at your fingertips, browse through the most delectable options that’s guaranteed to hit your spot! Get the best deals and even enjoy up to 59 pesos worth of free delivery on all your orders – what a steal, right?! You can also stock up on your grocery essentials for less and even on your daily coffee dose because pandapro has exclusive and stackable discounts on pandamart and Pick-up too! And to top it off, if you’re in the mood to eat out, you can dine-in then, head on out for a sumptuous meal time and seize the up to 25% and up discount through Dine-in

So, what are you waiting for? Get in the spirit and kickstart your foodie journey like a pro!

Ready to order? Download the foodpanda app, available on the Google Play

Store (Android) and Apple App Store (IOS)

Learn more about foodpanda through Facebook and Instagram.

 She may have taken home the crown a few years back but Pia Wurtzbach has proven that she is still our Queen looking sexier than ever as she joins again Century Tuna, the leading canned tuna brand in the Philippines, and returns as the brand’s ambassador.

Her secret? It’s surprisingly simple because Pia believes that healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated – and the key to her sexy fitness regimen is an active lifestyle and healthy eating with Century Tuna.

“Even years after her reign, Pia continues to be an inspiration to many and that is why we couldn’t be happier to have her back as part of the Century Tuna family to help us share to Filipinos that eating healthy can be easy and simple with Century Tuna,” said Century Pacific Food Inc. (CPFI) VP and GM for Tuna Division Carlo Endaya.

Pia on her secret to looking and feeling good

“Century Tuna has been a staple in my kitchen even before my first endorsement with the brand back in 2017, which is why I’m very excited to be part of the family again. What I love the most about Century Tuna is the many ways you can enjoy it – be it as a full meal or even just for a quick snack, you’re guaranteed a delicious and filling meal. Pair that with a good morning run and you’re sure to feel good and beautiful, with a healthy heart” shared Pia Wurtzbach. 

Having a healthier 2023 is one of Pia’s biggest resolutions for the new year, especially with her much-awaited wedding happening soon!

Bring in the delicious, the healthy way

When it comes to healthy eating, the choice is easy for Pia – Century Tuna, a classic all-time healthy meat option that makes eating well a snap!

Century Tuna combines the best of both worlds – a healthy indulgence that’s easy to prepare and goes well with a variety of dishes. Tuna is a good source of protein and Omega 3 DHA, which comes with a host of health benefits like better heart health and lower blood pressure. Century Tuna is also low in cholesterol and has no preservatives. 

And the best part – tuna is a versatile protein that’s super easy to mix and match. Tuna for brekkie? A scrambled egg with tuna and toast makes for a tasty start to your day.

Netflix and chilling and need a snack? Prep a healthy snack with Century Tuna spread on crackers or on bread.

Achieving healthy eating is now easy with Century Tuna! For more easy ways to eat healthy, check out these healthy tuna recipes at https://www.centurytuna.ph/recipes/ or visit /CenturyTuna on Facebook or @centurytunasuperbods on Instagram for more updates. #QueenPiaForCenturyTuna

 Living in uncertain times highlights the need for stability among many Filipinos and their loved ones. With the local economy seemingly in flux due to the threat of inflation, individuals must make wise financial decisions and secure sound investments to safeguard their hard-earned money.

For Golden Haven Memorial Parks, pre-need purchasing of memorial properties offers one of the most secure property investments. As a renowned institution in the deathcare industry, Golden Haven has witnessed how pre-need buying can eventually ease the burden of bereaved Filipino families during their time of loss. 

Golden Haven offers flexible payment options designed to meet clients’ individual needs and capacities.

Ms. Emy Lustado, Golden Haven Operations Head affirms this, saying, “Investing in a memorial property is a decision that involves both the head and the heart. While it is true that this is a financial move, it is also an emotional one that ensures peace of mind for families at a time when they need it most.”

Alyssa Miralles, a Golden Haven Cebu client, shares her experience of purchasing a memorial lot due to her mother's untimely demise and how it became a learning experience for her. "It was a difficult time, and I had to produce a significant amount of money right away. That occurrence made me realize the value of buying memorial properties, pre-need," she relates, adding that she intends to purchase another memorial property as an investment.

Golden Haven encourages Filipinos to purchase a memorial property ahead of time. They can choose from a variety of investment options in all of its parks nationwide, including lawn lots, memorial alcoves, garden niches, family patios, columbarium vaults, and family estates. These memorial properties have been proven to appreciate in value by about 20 percent annually, which means they have high resale value, granting significant profits for investors.

“Purchasing a memorial property ahead of time saves money in the long run,” Ms. Emy Lustado further explains. “By locking in current market prices, individuals can protect themselves from having to pay more in the future and eliminate the emotional and financial stress that often comes with making hasty decisions during a difficult time.”

These factors are a huge draw for financially savvy Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), who make up a significant number of Golden Haven's pre-need investors. This is why the company intends to focus its efforts on encouraging more OFWs to invest in memorial properties, helping them secure their lives after retirement or even aid them should they opt for early retirement.

As an industry leader in memorial properties, Golden Haven offers flexible payment options designed to meet clients' individual needs and capacities. Prospective buyers can make a one- time payment or choose installment plans, allowing them to pay for their investment over time. 

Golden Haven encourages Filipinos to purchase a memorial property ahead of time.

Golden Haven offers various payment methods to make it easier for memorial property investors to pay for their chosen property. In addition to online payments, bank transfers, and credit card payments, investors may also use e-wallets such as PayMaya, Gcash, AllEasy, and other similar platforms to make their payments. With these options, investors can choose the payment method that is most convenient for them, making the investment process hassle-free and accessible for all.

Finally, as Golden Haven assures prospective buyers, acquiring a memorial property is not just a beautiful way of honoring the memories of our dearly departed. It's also about Filipinos securing peace of mind for themselves and their families.

About Golden Haven

Golden Haven Memorial Park is a subsidiary company of publicly listed Villar-owned Golden MV Holdings Inc. Currently positioned as one of the largest real estate companies in the country. Golden Haven offers premium death care services and prime memorial lots. It is dubbed as the most lucrative real estate investment, with an average of 20% annual value appreciation.

Be part of the Golden Haven community today! Visit goldenhaven.com.ph or follow “Golden Haven” on our social media platforms. We are on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube,  Pinterest, Spotify, Tiktok, and Viber. For sales-related inquiries, you may contact (02) 8873- 2922 to 23.