Welcome the Chinese New Year with the lucky colors of the vivo Y31

Feng Shui experts have named black, blue, and gray to be the lucky colors of the Year of the Metal Ox. Together with gold and silver, these colors are foreseen to bring luck to those wearing them, or in vivo Y31’s case, for those holding and using them. 

One can literally hold their luck at the palm of their hands as vivo Y31 is launched, just in time for the Chinese New Year, and in the auspicious colors of Racing Black and Ocean Blue. The New Year is already bound to be pretty rewarding with this powerful device on hand that will not only attract fortune, but also send your productivity to new heights.

The black and the blue shades are especially lucky in lunar year 2021 for those born in the years of the rat (1972, 1984, 1996, 2008), monkey (1980, 1992, 2004, 2016), pig (1983, 1995, 2007, 2019) and ox (1985, 1997, 2009, 2021). Generally, according to astrologers, it is best to attract luck in the Year of the Metal Ox by wearing the prosperous colors of blue, black and gray, regardless of which zodiac you’re born to.

All-day fun and entertainment is in your hands as vivo Y31 becomes available starting February 6

The long wait is over for the smartphone that can deliver all-day performance, whether for gaming or productivity, because the new vivo Y31 is officially available in all official vivo outlets beginning February 6, 2021.

Now, you can enjoy a device with a longer run time, functions seamlessly among several apps with a high-performance processor, and takes photos and videos in stunning detail even at night. These, and lots of other industry-defining features are in vivo Y31 and will be available for only PHP12,999. 

Adding further to the excitement of this latest release from the global smartphone brand are the exclusive freebies of a 10,000mAh power bank and pair of high-quality earphones, worth P3,899 together for every purchase of the vivo Y31 from February 6-19, 2021.

Latest vivo Y31 campaign encourages “lost generation” to welcome fun, seize every day

vivo introduces its latest Y31 through a campaign
that encourages the “lost generation” to welcome
 fun and make every day, their day.

Almost a year in, and counting, since the lockdown and community quarantines, the impact of the pandemic beyond its threats to humanity’s existence and the economy, have become more evident.

The youth and those in their prime age in particular reported a general feeling of loss of control with their life’s trajectory, which coined them the label “the lost generation”, as the vision of the future remains unclear. With routines and life as we know it disrupted, there have been a doubling in proportion of young people not being able to concentrate and tripling in those who expressed not being able to enjoy their day-to-day activities.

In an effort to counter the collective anxiety and lack of motivation, vivo, the global smartphone brand, and badge of self-expression, introduces its latest Y31 through a campaign that encourages the “lost generation” to welcome fun and make every day their day.

The vivo Y31 campaign, serves as the perfect smartphone that enables this generation to find the confidence of being in control of their own happiness and productivity, thanks to its long-lasting battery life and flagship-like technology.

vivo V20 SE gets P2000 discount with vivo holiday deals

Been wanting to #BeTheFocus with the vivo V20 SE since its recent release? Well you’re in for an early Christmas treat as the ultra-thin and stylish smartphone will get a P2000 discount this December as part of vivo’s holiday deals.

From December 1 and until supplies last, the vivo V20 SE will be available at P2000 less via Shopee, Lazada, and all vivo concept stores and kiosks nationwide.

Launched last November along with the vivo V20 and V20 Pro, the vivo V20 SE boasts of an ultra-thin 7.83mm 3D body that’s perfectly designed to fit snuggly in one’s hand and comes in stunning color options – a sleek Gravity Black and a refreshing Oxygen Blue – which will complement any and every outfit well. 

Besides its chic design, the vivo V20 SE also sports a 32MP front camera that can capture clear, detailed, and vibrant selfies which will definitely shine online. 

Win a Ford EcoSport, P10000 worth of items with vivo Christmas promo

vivo, the leading global technology company, will play Santa this Christmas by giving away a brand new Ford Ecosport and other premium prizes through its #vivoSealedWithAWish campaign.

#vivoSealedWithAWish is a digitalized Santa mailbox wherein vivo customers can come up with and submit a Christmas wish list containing three items worth P10000 each, and get a chance to win one of those items—provided that the items on the list are physical, non-perishable, available in major malls in the Philippines, and are worth no more than P10000— plus other premium prizes like a pair of Bluetooth earphones worth P2499, an air purifier worth P7999, and a brand new Ford EcoSport.

The #vivoSealedWithAWish campaign is an ongoing promo that started last November 16 and will run until January 11, 2021. Eligible participants are vivo customers who purchased and will purchase a brand new vivo smartphone during the said period. 

Driving Forward with 5G: 6 Ways 5G Elevates the Modern Smartphone Experience

‘5G’ has recently become “the talk of the town” globally, with governments in many technologically-driven countries racing to become the first nation to fully adopt 5G technology—going as far as setting up dedicated taskforces to ensure a timely roll-out of the technology. 

In the Philippines, top telecommunication networks have also been racing to ensure that their subscribers will be among the first to use 5G in highly populated areas in the country—later on, nationwide.

However, one prevailing question from consumers remains: “what exactly is 5G and how will it benefit me?”

To answer this, we must first understand what 5G is. Functionally, 5G is the fifth generation of mobile wireless communications that promises three major benefits – faster speeds, higher bandwidth and lower latency – over its predecessor, 4G.

The vivo V20 series packs the ‘ultimate’ selfie camera

It seems that the more users explore their vivo V20 series smartphones since its release last October 31, the more surprising features they discover. And it might take a while to fully grasp every single innovative feature, as there are just too many to play with.

The vivo V20 and V20 Pro for example, with their 44MP front camera, not only boasts of superb, crisp, and clear selfie-and-video-taking capabilities, but convenient and content-enhancing features that give users the edge to stand out and #BeTheFocus in the realms of content creation.

All the details, anytime and anywhere

With an industry-leading 44MP camera and eye autofocus technology, the vivo V20 and V20 Pro can truly capture crisp shots down to the nitty gritty details. Further enhancing these already-splendid shots are features like AI Face beauty, which uses artificial intelligence to come up with the perfect settings that match the environment of your selfies, and a super wide angle selfie feature exclusive to the V20 Pro, which will prevent you from worrying about capturing your beautiful background in its entirety.

Learn how to safeguard mental health amid the pandemic with vivo, Frankie Pangilinan

Almost a year since the first outbreak of the coronavirus was announced, it has become clear that the situation brought about by the pandemic not only affects physical health, but mental health as well.

With isolation, loss of income, constant fear, and bereavement, mental health has become a serious issue this year alongside the pandemic. Unfortunately, due to continued restrictions and regulations, access to mental health services have been limited - leaving some to feel like they have to handle their issues on their own which, in turn, can worsen their conditions.

Thus, with the launch of the new V20 Series, vivo now invites millennials to #BeTheFocus by prioritizing their mental well-being as part of Mental Health Awareness Month. 

Maine Mendoza, ‘Creative It Kids’ showcase vivo V20 series design and camera technology in live launch

vivo celebrity ambassador Maine Mendoza with the new
vivo V20 Pro in Sunset Melody. With her embodiment of
self-expression and colorful style, Maine served as a judge
during the entertaining “Snap Showdown Challenge”
segment of the V20 series launch.

Creativity, focus, and style were in full display last Friday as vivo launched the V20 series via an entertaining and interactive livestream posted on its Facebook page.

The online launch filled with vibrant colors and visuals, hinting at the beautiful design of the V20 series, featured the “Creative It Kids” composed of creative fashionista Verniece Enciso, creative explorer Marvin Fojas, and creative viral sensation Dora Dorado, tech blogger Isadoestech, famed gamer JunnieBoy, and phenomenal star Maine Mendoza as they highlighted the fabulous features of the latest addition to the V-series and emphasized its role in helping them stand out and “Be the Focus”.

Hosted by Radio DJ Show Suzuki, the launch began with a Q&A portion featuring the Creative It Kids who revealed how they expressed themselves freely and allowed their ingenuity to shine and stand out even in a crowded digital sphere.

LANY spotted with latest vivo flagship phone in leaked TVC

Ahead of vivo’s upcoming launch for its V20 series on October 23, the soon-to-be unveiled flagship phone was spotted in a leaked television commercial (TVC) featuring vivo PH brand ambassador LANY, who recently released their latest album “mama’s boy” last October 2.

Besides showcasing the skills and sheer talent of the indie pop group, the TVC teased some exciting and innovative features and hinted at the stunning color options of the V20 series. As the leading global technology company recently announced, the latest model will come in three variants – the V20 Pro, V20, and the much affordable V20 SE.

The new vivo Y20i won’t weigh your style down, it’ll elevate it

Even if it’s packed with a powerful processor, innovative gaming technology, and an industry-standard camera setup, the vivo Y20i is elegantly designed with eye-popping colors on a lightweight body.

The latest addition to the best-selling Y-series boasts of two stunning color options that are sure to complement and even elevate modern lifestyles.

Dawn White is a bright and lively hue inspired by soft morning horizons. With this dazzling design that exhibits an outpouring of light, the smartphone invites users to brighten the world with their style every day.

Nebula Blue on the other hand, was inspired by the deep universe. This blue and purple gradient design inspires users to explore their imagination and unleash their creativity.

Much-awaited vivo X50 Pro and X50 is finally available in the Philippines

Since its debut a few months ago, the excitement over vivo’s upmarket X50 Series have not died down. And now it’s expecting to maintain its upbeat tempo now that it’s finally found its way in the Philippine and will officially be available on Aug. 29.

The premium X50 Pro with the most impressive camera features retails at Php 39,999, while the regular X50 is priced at Php 25,999. Nonetheless, the X50 Series both live up to the camera quality reputation that the global smartphone brand is known for.

vivo to hold ‘Mobile Astrophotography’ workshop this Friday, August 28

Almost half a year into evolving community quarantines, most have been looking for activities to “escape” and somehow simulate adventure despite being stuck at home. Among these different activities millennials have been engaging in is Astrophotography.

Thanks to night sky’s vast and ever-changing landscape that’s shrouded in mystery and wonder, not to mention the challenge of capturing all that beauty in one perfect photo, Astrophotography has become a popular activity during these stay-at-home times.

With the and the growing number of astrophotography enthusiasts, vivo teamed up with MJ Magallon, founder of the largest Facebook astrophotography enthusiast group “Astropinas” and a member of the Philippine Astronomical Society, for a live mobile astrophotography workshop this Friday, August 28, at 6:00pm via the vivo Philippines Facebook page.

vivo defines smooth navigation of the new normal in its X50 Series launch, with Chevrolet and other masters of clarity

vivo launched its X50 series with a powerhouse lineup including
the newest addition to vivo Philippines' ambassadors,
and host for the night,  “Master Narrator” Inka Magnaye

Global smartphone brand vivo brings together ‘masters of clarity’ for the launch of its international flagship model the X50 Series, with its Pro version bearing 5G technology, in the Philippines last August 22. The second virtual launch of vivo for 2020 saw the official unveiling of the X50Pro, X50, as well as its TWS earphones.

The event titled “Masters of Craft” featured the full clarity and extreme stability guaranteed by the X50 and the X50Pro, the latter having the innovative Gimbal camera system, in parallel to personalities that embody the same philosophy.

X50 Series Complements Trendy Users’ Lifestyles Through Simple but Elegant Design

X50 series reflects vivo’s commitment to design-driven innovation and X series’ balance of technology and fashion

vivo’s all-new X50 series of flagship smartphones returns to the brand’s original design aspiration of making the complicated world simple, offering contemporary and elegant design aesthetics that bridge the user with vivo’s advanced technology and enabling the devices to serve as symbols of self-expression for users. 

“The unique color palette, smooth shape, and comfortable feel of the X50 series smartphones all reflect conscious design choices to help users connect with our technology. With elegance as the driving design philosophy, the X50 series’ design features help highlight its professional photography features to deliver a better overall user experience,” said Charisma Buan, vivo Philippines Public Relations Lead “The X series aims to provide a premium photography experience with a balance of technology and user-centric design. As the first X series device to be launched overseas, the X50 series reflects this purpose.”

Vivo defines what being mobile is like in 2020 with latest campaign

As most of the country enters a fifth month of community quarantine, a lot of people are beginning to feel stuck and trapped in an endless cycle. What was once a somewhat exciting lifestyle filled with discovery has now become a sedentary one.

And while we feel that we have tried everything there is to do and experiment at home, technological advancements remind us that the only constant thing in life is change. 

This same technology can help us navigate through daily activities and keep us moving smoothly when it feels like the world is at a standstill. Through innovative gadgets, helpful apps, and the internet, we can propel ourselves towards an optimistic future.

LANY, vivo encourages millennials to ignite the night in the “new normal”

For globally-successful pop band, LANY, the Philippines will forever remain memorable because it is where they staged their first-ever arena concert, at no less than the Smart Araneta Coliseum in 2018. 

LANY frontman Paul Klein even tweeted “Best night of my life without a doubt. Thank you, Manila” after the sold-out event.

Today, after dozens of crowd-drawing concerts worldwide, LANY—composed of Paul, drummer Jake Gross and keyboardist Les Priest—is about to sing their way back to the hearts of Filipino fans, via an upcoming album, “Mama’s Boy”. Recently, the band has also been introduced as the latest brand ambassadors of leading technology company, vivo.

Vivo V19 handsets, LANY ‘ignite the night’ in all-digital launch

Vivo has finally unveiled the V19 and V19 Neo via its first-ever, all-digital local launch “Ignite the Night”, giving fans and smartphone enthusiasts a look at how using its latest technology and handsets can lead to new night experiences.

The online event, which was livestreamed on vivo’s Facebook page, also set the stage for the introduction of the brand’s latest endorsers, the globally-successful pop band LANY whose music and style embody the ‘ignite the night’ attribute of the V19 series flagship smartphones.

Audiences who tuned in to the online event were treated to an exclusive premiere of LANY’s online commercial which showed band members Paul Jason Klein, Charles Leslie "Les" Priest, and Jake Clifford Goss taking a selfie using the vivo V19 series and encouraging their fans to “ignite your night”.

8 tips to help your TikToks stand out

When you hear the song “Don’t Start Now” by English singer/songwriter Dua Lipa, what initially comes to mind? Do you imagine the visually stunning music video tied to it, or is your mind flooded with mental images of a plethora of dance covers on TikTok?

Indeed, TikTok has become a global phenomenon and, lately, has sort of become a therapy for most people especially in light of the community quarantines enforced worldwide. And with millions of active users on the platform, coming up with fresh and unique videos may seem like a daunting task.

Fear not because collecting plenty of views, likes, and followers on this rapidly growing platform is not impossible. Here are 8 tips on how to make Tik-Toks that stand out:

vivo provides free smartphone warranty extension

vivo is providing a free warranty extension for smartphones purchased in official stores nationwide. This will automatically be applied to handsets with warranties expiring from March 16 to 30, 2020.

With utmost customer safety as its priority, especially in light of the enhanced community quarantine, the company encourages its customers to stay at home to protect themselves and their families.

Visit vivoglobal.ph, www.facebook.com/vivophil, www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines/, and twitter.com/vivo_phil for updates, including announcements on the warranty extension.

#StayHomeStaySafe #vivoCares