foodpanda, NBA team up for electrifying Ball Like a Panda activities

Leading online food and grocery platform foodpanda recently rounded up a series of activities as part of its ongoing partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA).

As NBA’s first Official Online Food Delivery Platform Partner in the Philippines, foodpanda co-hosted various NBA tentpole events and launched promotions providing foodpanda app users the chance to win bona fide NBA prizes and exclusive perks.

The premier sports league and leading food and grocery platform officially launched their partnership last February of this year, teaming up to bring convenience and sports entertainment in just a few taps.

According to foodpanda Philippines Growth and Marketing Director Patricia Jacinto, the partnership is one of the concrete examples of how one can “Live Like a Panda,” the company’s overarching brand philosophy, which encourages people to free up their time and energy to pursue what matters to them. “This partnership truly makes for a dream team, and we are happy to let people experience the engaging activities we have prepared,” said Jacinto.

“As Filipinos are known to be huge basketball fans, we want to leverage on the fiery passion local consumers have for the sport and position foodpanda as the preferred online food delivery choice in the country,” she added.

Score to Soar
Last March, foodpanda commenced the Ball Like a Panda raffle, where app users can enjoy the wide range of services foodpanda has, whether it’s food, grocery, shops, or pick-up, and get entries to qualify for a chance to win an NBA League Pass and watch an NBA Playoffs game  live.

JP Alejandro was the lucky winner who won an all-expense paid trip to the USA and fulfilled his dream of watching a live NBA game last May. “I was super excited when I learned I won because I’ve always been a huge fan of the NBA. Good thing, I’m also an avid foodpanda user so it’s a win-win for me. Thank you so much to foodpanda. This is a dream come true,” said JP.

NBA Finals Watch Pau-rty
To further promote the partnership, foodpanda hosted an NBA Finals Watch Party in line with the “Live Like a Panda” campaign to invite basketball fans and foodies alike to enjoy the game together.

The watch party featured the pivotal match-up between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat

during the NBA Finals Game 4. The event was held last June 10 to 11, 2023, at Eastwood

Central Plaza, which offered a variety of fan activities and treats for viewers. While watching the

game, attendees enjoyed free meals, popcorn, pink cocktails, customizable NBA co-branded

shirts for pandapro subscribers, and assorted Pau-Pau merchandise.

The event was also attended by celebrities and influencers, including JV De Vera, Prince

Carlos, Gab Lagman, and Ayn Bernos taking part in showing what it means to “Live like a

panda.”

Ball Like a Panda 3x3 Basketball Tournament

Lastly, foodpanda launched its first ever 3-on-3 basketball tournament with special participation

from celebrities (Rayver Cruz, Gab Lagman, Eric “Eruption” Tai, Mikee Reyes, Wilbert Ross, Juancho Triviño, Prince Carlos, and Prince Clemente) and Ka-pandas (John Rene Alcanzo, Leonnel Clint Baldo, Jeffrey Diaz, Jason Carl Baldo) who put their game faces on and heightened everyone’s spirits.

In this most-awaited Pau-tastic match, four teams participated in a series of games, while registered guests visited exciting booths and enjoyed food and refreshments throughout the event. Aside from the main 3-on-3 event, the audience also joined fun side activities to receive exclusive NBA x foodpanda merchandise.

In an intense but friendly game, the 4 teams bested each other with their basketball skills and Delivery Dunkers led by Eric Eruption Tai, emerged as champions. Pointguard Prince Carlos was also named as the game's MVP.

Champion - Delivery Dunkers Eric Tai

2nd Place - pandago Hoopers Mikee Reyes
3rd Place - Pick-up Stars Juancho Triviño
4th Place - pandapro Ballers Rayver Cruz
MVP - Prince Carlos (Delivery Dunkers)

With all these basketball-themed activities, the NBA and foodpanda collaboration brings a lot of excitement, from great food to non-stop on-court action and many more. Stay tuned for more initiatives and surprises that foodpanda and NBA have in store for all Pinoy food lovers and basketball fans alike.

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Maximizing User Comfort: Making HVAC Solutions Better with AI

Multi V i UXB

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems have long been the cornerstone of indoor comfort, providing occupants of both residential and commercial buildings with temperature-controlled air. HVAC provides ‘thermal comfort,’ keeping inside temperatures and humidity levels within a range that is comfortable for humans. This range, which can vary significantly depending on the time of year, and various other factors, is key to people’s productivity and health while spending time indoors.

Studies have shown that maintaining thermal comfort in an indoor space correlates directly with occupants’ productivity, with deviations from the ideal temperature potentially leading to decreased cognitive performance.* Whereas older HVAC systems with fixed settings and operational schedules can cause discomfort and health issues, solutions employing AI can help avoid any such problems through their ability to intelligently adapt to changing conditions in real time.

Recognizing the important role that AI can play in optimizing indoor comfort – and in protecting people’s well-being – LG launched the groundbreaking Multi V i. A Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system, the Multi V i leverages state-of-the-art AI to elevate thermal comfort and energy efficiency.

Achieving Balanced Temperatures for Workplace Comfort
Air conditioning and heating issues are common in workplaces, especially in buildings with outdated HVAC systems. Older systems often provide inconsistent temperatures, even within a single room or space. Temperature variations can also occur due to factors such as the time of day, time of year, or how many windows and doors a structure has. To accommodate diverse temperature preferences, and to help keep a facility’s occupants safe and able to perform at their best, it is crucial to maintain constant thermal conditions. The AI Indoor Space Care feature of the Multi V i offers a solution to this significant challenge by supporting the maintenance of a balanced temperature throughout the indoor space.

Multi V i Indoor Unit 4Way Cassette

LG’s AI-powered Multi V i identifies adjacent indoor units and then defines virtual groups based on a correlation coefficient, a metric that represents an adjacency relationship between the indoor units. The Multi V i collects real-time data on room temperature and piping temperature of indoor units every 30 seconds and employs AI algorithms, including Q-Learning, to find a correlation formula that enables specific indoor units to ‘cooperate’ to maintain an even indoor temperature.

Should any temperature imbalances occur, the system automatically selects which indoor units to operate cooperatively. As the cooling or heating load decreases, the cooperating units are automatically turned off, while the Multi V i continues to run optimally. This AI-based operation mode helps to bring thermal comfort to every corner of the building.

Optimizing Indoor Comfort with Intelligent Outdoor Adaptation
The temperature and humidity outside can have a significant impact on indoor thermal comfort. To keep a space pleasantly comfortable while saving energy, it is essential that an HVAC solution be able to make intelligent real-time adjustments that take weather conditions into account. Utilizing AI, the Multi V i’s Weather Interlocking Control provides ‘environmentally optimized’ performance through features such as pre-heating, snow removal, air cleaning, and comfort cooling – each activated based on up-to-the-minute weather information received from AccuWeather.

For example, when AccuWeather data shows that it is cold outside, the Multi V i can automatically turn on pre-heating so that residents returning home are greeted by delightfully warm air. If AccuWeather indicates it is snowing, the outdoor unit’s fan automatically switches on to blow it away, even when the Multi V i is in standby mode, preventing any malfunctions due to snow accumulation. By incorporating Weather Interlocking Control, Multi V i improves indoor thermal comfort no matter the weather conditions outside.

Managing Outdoor Unit Noise
Noise from outdoor HVAC units can be a source of discomfort and annoyance for people trying to work; reducing their productivity and negatively affecting their sense of well-being. With Noise Target Control, LG Multi V i enables users to set operational noise limits, so that the sound produced by the outdoor unit does not exceed predefined levels. LG’s AI-enabled VRF system can be set to be compliant with local noise regulations, making it an ideal solution for commercial buildings situated close to one another and high-density housing.

The use of AI technology in HVAC systems opens up a new era of thermal comfort. A prime example of what is now possible, the LG Multi V i intelligently overcomes the limitations of conventional HVAC systems to deliver enhanced performance, stronger energy-savings and a quieter environment, both indoors and out. The company’s next-gen solution effectively addresses the challenges of maintaining balanced temperatures, adapting to weather conditions and controlling noise levels, offering a comprehensive answer to the question of how to keep an indoor space comfortable and its occupants as productive as possible.

Continued innovation and investment in AI technology will further enhance HVAC systems, ensuring optimal comfort and well-being for users and helping to drive future advancements. An industry leader, LG will continue to push the envelope, leveraging the latest tech and its decades of experience to take commercial and residential HVAC to the next level.

LG air conditioning provides optimized solutions for every sector and climate with a wide range of cutting-edge systems that bring exceptional heating, ventilation and air conditioning performance to buildings worldwide. Through unmatched expertise and industry knowledge, LG responds directly to the needs of businesses seeking digitalized and eco-conscious HVAC solutions. LG is the partner your business has been looking for, and is well prepared to integrate our leading technology into day-to-day operations, supporting you and your business every step of the way. For more information, visit https://www.lg.com/ph/business/about-lg-air-solution

Follow @LGAirSolutionsPH and @LGPhilippines on Facebook and @lgphilippines on Instagram, Youtube and Tiktok for more HVAC offers and stories.

* Ghahramani, A., Galicia, P., Lehrer, D., Varghese, Z., Wang, Z., & Pandit, Y. (2020). Artificial Intelligence for Efficient Thermal Comfort Systems: Requirements, Current Applications and Future Directions. Frontiers in Built Environment, 6. http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/fbuil.2020.00049 Retrieved from https://escholarship.org/uc/item/75j1m967

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Redefining Laundry Room Aesthetics and Performance with LG’s Objet WashTower™

LG, a global leader in home appliances, proudly introduces the Objet Collection, a revolutionary line of tailored home appliances that breaks boundaries between cutting-edge technology and designer aesthetics. Elevating the concept of home appliances to a whole new level, this collection showcases a modern, minimalist design language, effortlessly harmonizing with any indoor environment.

The LG Objet Collection redefines the traditional role of home appliances by embracing a fusion of functionality and sophisticated design. Featuring a captivating range of luxurious materials and subtle, refined colors, customers can now create personalized combinations that mirror their unique personalities and complement their existing décor.

With a perfect blend of elegance and functionality, the LG Objet WashTower™ presents an all-in-one laundry solution that incorporates a myriad of distinctive features and state-of-the-art technologies, poised to transform your laundry experience completely.

Combining aesthetic appeal and practicality, the LG Objet WashTower™ features a sleek one-body design that elevates the style of any laundry room. Its compact size, measuring 660mm x 600mm x 1655mm (L x W x H), maximizes space efficiency without compromising performance. The center control panel provides easy access to both the washer and dryer controls, making laundry management a breeze.

With Smart Pairing™ technology, the LG Objet WashTower™ intelligently syncs the washing and drying cycles, ensuring optimal results with just a press of a button. Additionally, the Prepare to Dry feature allows you to complete the entire washing and drying process in as little as one hour for small loads, saving you valuable time and effort.

Powered by AI Direct Drive technology, the LG Objet WashTower™ adapts to your laundry needs by automatically sensing the most suitable washing pattern to handle your clothes with care. This intelligent system guarantees exceptional cleaning performance while preserving the quality and longevity of your garments.

The LG Objet WashTower™ is equipped with TurboWash™ 360, a feature that ensures thorough cleaning in minutes without compromising fabric protection. The DUAL Inverter Heat Pump™ Dryer offers energy-saving drying capabilities, while the Auto Cleaning Condenser eliminates the hassle of maintenance with its self-cleaning functionality.

Seamlessly integrate your laundry routine into your connected lifestyle with the LG ThinQ™ app. With just a tap of a button, you can start your washing and drying cycles from anywhere, giving you the freedom to control your LG Objet WashTower™ remotely.

Quiet, Reliable, and Long-Lasting: The LG Objet WashTower™ features the Inverter Direct Drive Motor, known for its reliability, low vibration, and quiet operation. This motor is backed by a 10-year warranty, providing you with peace of mind and assurance of long-lasting performance. The DUAL Inverter Heat Pump™ also comes with a 10-year warranty, guaranteeing energy efficiency and durability.

"We are thrilled to introduce the LG Objet WashTower™, a groundbreaking laundry solution that seamlessly combines style, intelligence, and performance," said Mr. Sungjae Kim, LG Electronics managing director. "With its innovative features and state-of-the-art technologies, this product will transform the way consumers approach laundry care, offering them unmatched convenience, efficiency, and an elevated sense of style. We understand that discerning customers seek not only cutting-edge technology but also products that align with their individual tastes and style. With the Objet Collection, we are offering an unparalleled opportunity to seamlessly integrate state-of-the-art appliances into the fabric of their homes."

As a testament to LG's commitment to innovation and global appeal, the Objet Collection is set to redefine the future of home appliances. It sets the stage for a new era where customers can enjoy the perfect marriage of functionality, design, and self-expression, all embodied in the LG Objet Collection.

The LG Objet WashTower™ will be available for purchase at authorized dealers, Abenson, Addessa, Anson’s, Electroworld, Megasavers (Tarlac Mac), Savers Appliances, SM Appliance Center, Solidmark, Western Appliances, and LG's Official Flagship Stores in Lazada. For more details, follow @LGPhilippines on Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok.

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