LG Recognized With AHRI Performance Award for Sixth Consecutive Year

Across Seven Different Product Categories, Company’s HVAC Solutions Again Pass Industry Body’s Comprehensive Performance Certification Program

LG Electronics (LG) has earned the Air-Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) Performance Award for the sixth year in a row. The challenging-to-obtain accolade points to the consistently high quality of LG’s HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) solutions, as every model selected by AHRI for testing must pass all evaluations for three straight years for the award to be granted.

AHRI is a globally-respected trade association representing the world’s HVAC, refrigeration, and water heating solution manufacturers. Established in 1953, AHRI now boasts more than 350 member companies.

To ensure the highest standard of testing, the majority of AHRI Performance Award evaluations are conducted by Intertek, one of the world’s most trusted third-party standards, certification and testing organizations. Intertek runs a comprehensive battery of assessments on the selected products to determine if the actual performance is consistent with the specifications listed by the manufacturer.

Representing seven product categories – including, for the first time, Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERV) – all 67 LG HVAC solutions submitted for testing passed AHRI’s rigorous evaluations for the third year in a row (2020 to 2022). In addition to LG’s ERV, the models evaluated belong to the following HVAC categories: Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF), Unitary Small Heat Pump (USHP), Water-Cooled Chillers (WCLL), Air-Cooled Chillers (ACCL), Room Fan Coil (RFC) air conditioners and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP).

One of the LG products evaluated for the AHRI Performance Award, the LG Multi V large-capacity outdoor unit employs the company’s proprietary Ultimate Inverter Compressor to deliver a strong, energy efficient performance. Popular with customers worldwide, especially those in Northern Hemisphere countries where winters can be particularly cold, LG’s flagship VRF system is able to provide dependable heating operation in temperatures as low as negative-30 degrees Celsius (negative-22 degrees Fahrenheit) and for cooling operation in temperatures as high as 48 Degree Celsius for tropical countries.

Also tested was the air-cooled Inverter Scroll Chiller, which leverages LG’s advanced inverter technology to obtain a high level of operational efficiency. In addition to impressive performance, the chiller has a compact design that takes up less space than other models in its class, affording customers greater installation flexibility.

Earning the award for the first time, LG’s ERV solution replaces still and stagnant indoor air with clean filtered air from outside and is equipped with a heat exchanger that significantly decreases hot air loss while also helping to reduce heating and cooling costs. Moreover, when connected with a system air conditioner, it manages energy consumption and indoor air quality to ensure optimal comfort and efficient operation.

“LG has now been recognized by AHRI for six years in a row – a significant achievement that reflects the quality, performance and reliability of LG HVAC solutions,” said James Lee, head of the Air Solution Business Unit at LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company. “We will continue to strengthen our position in the global HVAC market by delivering highly effective and energy efficient solutions for commercial and residential use.”

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Save Space Without Compromise with LG’s Newest Line of Window Type Air Conditioners

When it comes to home appliances, space is the name of the game. Space, or lack thereof, is one of the most important factors to consider when moving or fitting out a home, whether for form or function. It’s crucial that with whatever appliance you bring, it’s able to maximize every square inch it occupies.

Recognizing the premium for space, LG introduces a new line of window type air conditioners that’s more compact than ever but without sacrificing an ounce of cooling technology. The new line comes in three levels of cooling capacity - 0.8 HP, 1.0 HP, and 1.3 HP. All three versions share the same compact size with all of LG’s innovative technology.

The new line of air conditioners boast of LG’s storied inverter technology. With the LG DUAL Inverter Compressor, the air conditioners provide up to 70% more energy savings. Even with its small size, it still provides maximum cooling. These inverter window air conditioners provide exceptional cooling power that will keep you and your family cool, comfortable, and in control any day of the week.

With small spaces, noise is also magnified. This new line of air conditioners operate at sound levels as low as 44dB (when in low mode), eliminating unnecessary noise for smooth operation that you'll barely notice. It also offers Sleep Mode, which keeps operating noise to a minimum and turns the air conditioner off after a set time. The timer can be set from 1 to 12 hours. For the timer, you can set it up to 24 hours of operation, so that your air conditioner turns off when you plan it. Another game changing feature this line offers is the Clean Filter Indicator, which automatically notifies you whenever the filter needs cleaning. Say goodbye to guesswork!

The design and interface is intuitive and user-friendly. Operate it with the LED display and simple selection control panel, up/down temperature adjustments, and fan speed selection, using the full-featured remote without leaving your bed, workspace, or couch.

The air conditioners also offer versatile options and features for control. With the ThinQ™ app, you can start or stop your LG air conditioner, change the mode, or set the temperature, no matter where you are.

It also offers an Auto Clean Function. If the power cuts off, your unit resumes its previous operation shortly after the power is restored. It also has an Auto Evaporating System, where after turning off the air conditioner, the drying function automatically runs for 10 minutes. Say goodbye to smelly humidity.

Take command of your space today with LG’s space saving window type air conditioners. For more information, visit https://www.lg.com/ph/air-conditioners.

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Piolo Pascual Visits the Home of Poten-Cee

Poten-Cee + Zinc Advance (Vitamin C + Zinc + Cholecalciferol) Brand Ambassador Piolo Pascual recently made a surprise visit to the Bulacan manufacturing plant of Pascual Laboratories, Inc. (PascualLab), home of the top-of-mind Vitamin C brand.¹ In true #PascualLove fashion, PascualLab executives and employees headed by Mia Pascual Cenzon, VP for Corporate HROD and Design Services & Corporate Communications, gave a warm welcome to Pascual who later took to the stage for a photo opportunity with lucky employees; toured the ISO:2015, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Halal-certified facilities where some of the well-loved brand’s variants are manufactured; and joined a small gathering with PascualLab executive officers. It was a coming home of sorts for the Ultimate Heartthrob as he was also given a glimpse of Pascual history at the family’s weekend home turned museum. Pascual is currently the brand endorser for Poten-Cee  + Zinc Advance which has Vitamin C² that helps enhance the body’s natural defenses, Vitamin D3 that helps activate the body’s immune system,³ and Zinc that helps prevent viral entry (with proper diet and exercise).⁴ 

For more information, visit Poten_PH @FB and IG and at PascualLab’s official Lazada and Shopee stores: https://www.lazada.com.ph/shop/pascuallab/ and https://shopee.ph/pascuallabstore

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ZTE Unveils New Consumer Devices and Its Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem 2.0 at MWC 2023

• ZTE Mobile Devices is building the newly upgraded “1+2+N” Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem 2.0 to bring a new digital lifestyle for consumers
• ZTE Mobile Devices launched the world’s first AI-powered eyewear-free 3D tablet nubia Pad 3D and the nubia Neovision AR Glass providing super audio-visual experience
• Adhering to the concept of “Green, Intelligence & Security”, ZTE Mobile Devices brought the 5th Gen of 5G FWA and GIS version products at MWC 2023

ZTE Mobile Devices Focusing on Full Ecosystem Solutions

ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions, showcased a wide array of consumer products of all categories including ZTE Axon, ZTE Blade, Nubia, and MBB, FWA & IoT family products and industrial solutions, at the Mobile World Congress 2023 in Barcelona.

In response to the accelerated expansion of consumer scenarios and user demand, the strategy of ZTE Mobile Devices has been officially upgraded into “1+2+N” Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem 2.0.

ZTE Mobile Devices launched the nubia Pad 3D, the world's first AI-powered eyewear-free 3D tablet, and nubia Neovision Glass, an AR glasses that provides super audio-visual experience, and announced its MBB&FWA product concept of “Green, Intelligence & Security (GIS)”, as well as other key products including the 5th Gen of FWA.

Newly upgraded Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem 2.0

5G improves people’s work and life, and attracts people to possess more than one mobile device.

Based on the powerful capability of “cloud, network, edge and devices”, ZTE MyOS will break through the boundary of different devices and realize the seamless interconnection of “1+2+N” device ecosystems, including mobile phones, personal and home data terminals, and peripheral ecological products, bringing a new upgrade of digital lifestyle, and a Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem 2.0.

ZTE MyOS will enable intelligent perception and interaction between different terminal devices, covering four major scenarios, namely, sports & health, audio & visual entertainment, business & travel, and family & education, to provide users with a multi-device integration experience and a multi-screen connection, cross-device connectivity and intelligent scenarios convergence digital lifestyle.

nubia Pad 3D, offering new experience in technology

nubia Pad 3D, jointly developed by ZTE and the world leading eyewear-free 3D developer Leia Inc., is equipped with the unique 3D Lightfield technology of Leia and tremendous AI computing power to match abundant 3D application scenarios. Specifically, it supports AI Face Tracking, which can match the best view (8 views in maximum) in real time, achieve real-time AI-based 2D to 3D conversion, AI-powered 3D content shot by front or rear cameras as well as is compatible with the popular AI 3D apps for artistic creation.

It is equipped with a 12.4-inch 2.5K screen and four symmetrical speakers supporting Dolby Surround Sound, offering an immersive audio and visual experience. With the world’s largest 3D content ecosystem, it allows users to seamlessly enjoy the world’s first 3D video chat, 3D private cinema, immersive 3D games and other scenarios. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 series chip, nubia Pad 3D stands out in performance and offers upgraded user experience in all dimensions with the 9070mAh battery and 33W fast charger.

Meet the Nubia Pad

AR Smart Glasses, bringing a portable screen experience

As the world’s first smart glasses with TÜV Rheinland and Hi-Res Audio Certification, nubia Neovision Glass features a 120-inch virtual screen and a Micro OLED display with a dual-eye 1920x1080 resolution, and supports 0-500° myopic adjustment, offering a cinema-quality view without wearing spectacles.

The built-in cyclonic sound bin and stereo full-range dual speakers deliver an immersive and authentic audio experience. In addition, it also provides various colorful streamer magnetic absorption lenses. The fashionable, comfortable and portable glasses, adopts a streamlined design without a frame and weighs only 79g.

nubia Neovision Glass Hands On Experience

The concept of GIS, driving new development of mobile internet devices

ZTE is the world-leading pioneer in 5G MBB & FWA field. According to the new report by TSR, an international professional consulting agency, in 2022, the market share of ZTE MBB & FWA products ranked first in the world. ZTE 5G MBB & FWA products market share ranked first for two consecutive years in the world, and its global cumulative shipments have exceeded 3 million units. In 2023, ZTE will further adhere to the product concept of “Green, Intelligence & Security”.

By practicing green design, green perception, and green service, the total energy consumption of ZTE has reduced by another 10%. ZTE offers more intelligent access, intelligent scenario control based on diversified user requirements, and multiple intelligent modes to regulate the access rate and device response status. Moreover, ZTE, to make data transmission securer and more reliable, launched two security scenarios specially for households and children. Thanks to a comprehensive security system and globally distributed network security laboratories, ZTE has built the capability to guarantee the security of worldwide network.

During MWC 2023, ZTE officially launched the MC888 Pro GIS version, reducing the power consumption by 10% with 95% PCR materials, which is a new key product launched under the concept of GIS.

New 5G FWA Gen 5, supporting Wi-Fi 7 firstly

ZTE also launched the 5G FWA Gen 5, supporting the latest 3GPP R17 standard, and adopting the smart antenna 5.0 of ZTE to increase the antenna gain by 20%. With Wi-Fi 7 technology, its peak rate reaches 21Gbps. Bolstered by signal amplification technology, it provides a much faster, more stable and reliable connectivity. Relying on the new Mesh-return technology, the device achieves a whole-house all-around coverage and intelligent scenario applications. With the support of remote control and the Matter protocol, 5G FWA Gen 5 creates a real intelligent home control center.

ZTE 5G FWA Gen 5 & MC888 Pro GIS version

In addition to newly announced products, mobile phones including ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, ZTE Blade Series, nubia Z50, ecological peripherals including ZTE Watch Live 2, Bluetooth headsets, MBB & FWA devices, IoT terminals, and IoV terminals also appeared at MWC 2023, bringing a comprehensive 5G experience to consumers and industry users.

5G is still bringing changes to the future. The new upgrade of Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem 2.0 is an important measure for ZTE Mobile Devices to accelerate the integration of intelligent devices and take digital life a step forward in the post-5G era where everything is smartly connected. In the future, ZTE Mobile Devices will continue to drive business based on customer demands, continuously make innovations in technologies and products, and allow global users to enjoy a digital lifestyle supported by full-scenario seamless connection.

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Pinoy classical singer talks about his training and winning WCOPA Grand Championship

From a shy boy to a frequent singing contestant in various barangays, citywide competitions to province-wide, and finally, on the world stage, Cristiani Rebada has proven that he is “called to sing” for life.

According to Rebada, “I started singing even before I went to Kindergarten. According to my parents, I mimicked songs, and to their surprise, I was in tune.

“I started singing in our local church (in my elementary years), but I was too shy to sing in any competitions. My dad enrolled me in the Bel Canto School Of Music for voice lessons.”

He even mentioned that [at first], his dad’s decision was against his will.

“My dad still pushed me to do it because he believed in me. After a few months of training, I finally gained the self-confidence to join some competitions.”

Music as his mission.

The confidence he got from his singing lessons, he joined his first singing competition.

“I was still in sixth grade. I was shy but still managed to do it and got first place. I think that validates that I have a talent for singing.”

Rebada is the epitome of what Ralph Waldo Emerson described as an excellent artist, “Every artist was first an amateur.”

For him, his first mentor was his father.

“He discovered that I have the gift of singing. He encouraged me to sing and even bought cassette tapes for my music. He then enrolled me in voice lessons at Bel Canto School of Music in our place.”

He engaged in different competitions and learned a lot from experience. The seeds planted in him have flourished as he opted to pursue Music at Silliman University in Dumaguete City.

“It was where I got my degree in Music and majored in Voice.”

Classically trained, but open to exploring more about music.

“I’m usually into mellow love songs, but since I am a classically trained singer, I prefer crossover, where my voice fits, but I’m open to different genres.”

He pursued his passion for classical music by joining the Philippine Opera Company as one of the artists for Ang Bagong Harana. He also taught voice lessons at the music company.

As a singer, he doesn’t limit himself to one genre, thus he wants to embrace more.

He joined the World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) Team Philippines in 2017, and he went home with six medals as an industrial awardee (two gold medals as a Grand Finalist and for Opera, three silvers for Broadway, Gospel, and Open, and a bronze for Pop). He also earned the Industry award, a glass globe, and a plaque as the division winner for Opera, and two major awards–the glass star trophy as the Senior Grand Champion Vocalist of the World, and the diamond glass trophy as the Senior Grand Champion Performer of the World.

Like Jed Madela, the first Filipino to win the WCOPA title, the competition has opened doors for him.

His dream of getting validation for all the hard work he has put into his singing–the award gave him more reason to thrive and excel in his chosen craft.

“First of all, God gave me this talent to glorify Him, to praise and worship His name.”

What Fuels His Passion for Music?

Apart from God, he considers his family as his inspiration.

“I would like to bring joy and happiness to them, who sacrificed a lot to give me a brighter future.”

Lou Holtz‘s words hold true to who Rebada is–that talent determines what one can do.

It is his motivation that determined how much he is willing to do. His attitude determined how well he did with the gift entrusted to him by God.

The awards or recognitions he earned the ones at the 29th Asia-Pacific Excellence 2017 Awards, Asian Achiever Awardee 2017 as an Outstanding Asian Young Performer, and the 2017 Asian Entertainer Awardee as an Outstanding Young Performing Artist–are some of those that pushed him to do better and excel.

His recent awards were the 2022 Gawad Amerika Awardee as a Classical Crossover Artist of the Year and the 2022 Spotlight Awardee as Best Classical Artist.

Today, he is part of Fil-Trio with LA Master Balladeer Kenneth Laurente and Broadway star Lyndon Apostol.

On September 29 of last year, Rebada’s debut single, Ikaw pa rin got released and streamed on Spotify and other online streaming platforms.

He’s proud Negrense from Cadiz City, Negros Occidental. His musical influences are the multi-national classical crossover vocal group Il Divo, the World’s Most Beloved Tenor Andrea Bocelli, the Italian operatic tenor Luciano Pavarotti, and a Spanish opera singer, conductor, and arts administrator Plácido Domingo. Among the Filipino singer-performers, he appreciates Gary Valenciano, Jaya, Lani Misalucha, and Jed Madela.

“I want them to remember me as an inspiration,” was his prompt response when asked what he envisioned himself as a singer-performer.

“That talent is just secondary, and good character will come first. Respect our differences. Spread love, peace, and hope by creating music. Music is the language of the soul. Whatever status in life we are in, the color of our skin, and our beliefs in life–we speak the same language through music.”

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ZTE unveils more efficient, eco-friendly and cutting-edge products and solutions at MWC 2023, shaping digital innovation

• ZTE unveils an extensive lineup of more efficient, eco-friendly and cutting-edge products and solutions at MWC 2023
• ZTE showcases the recent advances it has achieved in the areas of Ultra-Efficient Network, Digital Expansion, Boundless Future and Smart Life 

ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions will be participating at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona from February 27 to March 2, 2023. At MWC 2023, the company, with the theme of "Shaping Digital Innovation", unveils an extensive lineup of more efficient, eco-friendly and cutting-edge products and solutions.

ZTE displays information and communications technologies (ICTs), showcasing the recent advances it has achieved in the areas of Ultra-Efficient Network, Digital Expansion, Boundless Future and Smart Life at 3F30, Hall 3, Fira Gran Via.

For the infrastructure network construction, ZTE launches an end-to-end efficient network deployment solution for ultra-efficient networks, helping operators achieve ultra-efficient green connectivity in all scenarios. The latest full-scenario UniSite solution for wireless access will help operators efficiently deploy full-band and multi-RAT networks with optimal TCO and ready for 5G-advanced evolution; Turbo Core solution to integrate software flexibility and hardware efficiency with professional function acceleration cards to maximize the value of each bit; the high-performance 400G transport solutions for all scenarios with doubled capacity and the longest backbone transmission distance in the industry; the industry's highest integrated 16-port 10G PON as well as the the industry's first 50G PON Combo card that supports the coexistence and smooth evolution of three technology generations.

In terms of assisting operators in digital business expansion, ZTE displays one-stop digital services through cloud-network-service integration, helping operators explore new blue ocean markets.

In the ToB sector, ZTE will showcase the industry's smallest Mini5GC, the industry's unique wireless base station with built-in computing power NodeEngine solution, industrial gateways with various forms such as video gateway & Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) gateway, and optical access product for campuses; ZTE will present a "private network as a service" solution with on-demand deployment, cloud-network-service integration, precise performance, and easy O&M.

ZTE will widely use cloud-based PLCs, digital twin, machine vision, robots, and AGVs to realize 5G full-connection factories, which is the best practice in intelligent manufacturing. In the ToH sector, the company will also deliver the ultimate whole-home gigabit-plus experiences based on the Wi-Fi 7 and the fiber-to-the-room (FTTR) home networking solution, supporting operators in delivering innovative and value-added services by expanding their digital ecosystem.

In terms of the energy saving, ZTE showcases PowerPilot Pro Solution that intelligently reduces the power consumption of networks by up to 35% and conserves energy throughout the process by including solutions for full-scenario solar on site, a next-generation data center and new intelligent energy storage, creating the ultimate green and energy-efficient telecommunication network.

Facing the boundless future, ZTE plans to focus on innovative practices in 5G-Advanced evolution, and the future optical networks by displaying a number of cutting-edge innovations at MWC 2023.

ZTE showcases dynamic RIS, the industry's first sub-band full-duplex prototype, a solution that integrates communication, sensing and computing. Meanwhile, ZTE will present the future optical network, and the company will adopt technologies such as hollow-core fiber and 32-dimensional OXC optical backplane to achieve lower latency, higher transmission performance and lower energy consumption.

For the digital and intelligent life, ZTE exhibits a lineup of products that can be applied across multiple scenarios including sports & health, audio & video entertainment, business & travel and home & education. They include ZTE Axon, ZTE Blade, the full Nubia series of consumer electronics products as well as a complete set of mobile broadband (MBB), fixed wireless access (FWA), and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Also on display will be several new impressive innovations, among them the world's first AI-powered eyewear-free 3D tablet, and AR glasses providing super audio-visual experiences. As one of the world's leading suppliers of 5G mobile broadband terminals, ZTE will also release the 5th Generation of 5G FWA and GIS version products at MWC 2023.

As the MWC partner program, a global industry innovation forum themed "Shaping Digital Innovation" will be held by ZTE at MWC 2023. Leaders from the global ICT industry, pioneers from related vertical sectors, experts from consulting and advisory firms and other eco-partners will be invited to discuss several hot topics at the forum, including development trends of future networks and how to further increase the productivity of digital intelligence. MWC 2023 will also include events organized by ZTE Mobile Devices to showcase 5G FWA products and a new lineup of innovative terminals.

During MWC 2023, ZTE is hosting a series of launch events alongside China Telecom, China Unicom and a number of global telecom operators. ZTE will also participate in five theme forums organized by GSMA at which ZTE will share insights and practical cases with global operators, industry partners and opinion leaders around several topics of importance to the industry, including intelligent manufacturing, sustainability and the metaverse, with the goal of helping customers create new values for the industry.

ZTE streams the goings on at MWC 2023 live on a featured website to provide customers worldwide a glimpse into highlights of the exhibition without leaving home. The website will also be where ZTE CEO Xu Ziyang and various members of the executive team will share the latest insights into the digital intelligence era, including the company's plan to jointly deliver new values and drive new growth in digital intelligence amid accelerated digital transformation by deepening its partnerships with global customers and partners as well as by advancing digital intelligence and low-carbonization.

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David Haldane's "A Tooth in my Popsicle" launches this March 7

What started as a story of desperation turned into a beautiful transformation.

Mindanao Gold Star Daily columnist David Haldane shares his adventures as he uproots himself and his wife, Ivy, to the magical Philippine Island of Siargao in a new book entitled A Tooth in My Popsicle. The book will be launched on Tuesday March 7, 2023, 3PM at the Ortigas Foundation Library, 2F, McKinley Building (on top of Unimart), Greenhills Shopping Center.

The story recalls Haldane’s journey leaving his life in Los Angeles, California, to move to his wife’s hometown on the famous but oh-so-foreign island paradise.

The book is a compilation of essays about his experience from first inviting his now-wife to America for a new life to the beauty of hope with two young children.

David Haldane is a former Los Angeles Times staff writer with over twenty years of experience at that publication. His two previous books are the award-winning memoir, Nazis & Nudists, and a short-story collection called Jenny on the Street.

“I wrote this book to tell the story of a transformative adventure, sometimes frightening, often frustrating, occasionally hilarious, but always, I hope, entertaining,” Haldane explained.

“I hope A Tooth in My Popsicle motivates other dreamers to pursue what their hearts truly desire.”

When David’s not writing books, he produces a weekly newspaper column called Expat Eye, for one of Mindanao’s premiere news outlets, the Mindanao Gold Star Daily.

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