Transforming Hotel Comfort with LG's HVAC Innovations

In the country’s humid, tropical climate, effective HVAC solutions are essential for ensuring comfort and satisfaction in the hospitality industry. LG Electronics understands exactly what is required to meet this demand, providing tailored solutions to enhance guest experiences and operational efficiency. From guest rooms to public areas, LG’s advanced HVAC systems ensure a perfect balance of comfort, efficiency, and design integration, elevating the guest experience and enhancing building value.

Hotels consist of various spaces, each with distinct characteristics and requirements. LG’s HVAC solutions are designed to address these needs comprehensively, ensuring optimal comfort and satisfaction for all guests. Whether it’s the guest rooms, lobby, restaurant, or kitchen, these systems deliver superior performance and adaptability.

LG’s HVAC solutions are not just about creating a pleasant indoor environment. The systems are engineered to integrate seamlessly with hotel interiors, offering a harmonious design that doesn’t compromise safety or aesthetics. The Hotel Reception BMS/LG Controller ensures efficient check-in/out processes and optimized room control. Guest room management includes individual controllers for tailored comfort, integrated with third-party thermostats. Public area solutions feature ceiling concealed ducts and AHUs for high ceilings and large spaces, while specialized systems for restaurant and kitchen ventilation control temperature and humidity, ensuring a comfortable dining experience.

LG provides a suite of advanced engineering tools that simplify the design and implementation of HVAC systems. These tools include LATS HVAC/CAD/Revit for precise system design and layout, air flow analysis by CFD ensuring efficient air distribution, and LATS Energy for detailed energy modeling and optimization.

The Hydro Kit system offers an energy-efficient solution for hot water supply without the need for traditional boilers. By reusing indoor heat, the system minimizes energy consumption, making it both environmentally friendly and cost-effective.

LG’s HVAC solutions also prioritize enhanced safety and maintenance. Black Fin II, the anti-corrosion solution for LG VRF System, provides robust protection against corrosion, ideal for coastal installations. Ventilation systems discharge polluted air and supply fresh air, while refrigerant leakage detectors ensure customer safety. Automatic emergency functions maintain system operation during compressor failures, minimizing inconvenience.

LG’s dedicated controller solutions offer optimized room control based on occupancy and check-in status, integrating seamlessly with third-party systems. This ensures energy efficiency and personalized comfort for each guest.

LG Electronics continues to set the benchmark in the HVAC industry with its innovative and tailored solutions for the hospitality sector. By addressing the specific needs of hotels in the Philippines, LG’s advanced systems not only enhance guest comfort and satisfaction but also optimize energy efficiency and safety. With a commitment to quality and excellence, LG’s HVAC solutions are poised to transform the hospitality experience, ensuring that every guest enjoys the perfect climate, no matter the season.

For more information about LG’s HVAC solutions and how they can enhance your hotel’s comfort and efficiency, please visit For Consultants | HVAC | LG Philippines Business. You may also follow the official Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/LGAirSolutionsPH and Instagram account @LGPhilippines.

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DITO Launches Exciting New Prepaid Promo "Level-Up Socials"

DITO Telecommunity DITO Level-Up Socials, an all-new mobile prepaid data promo packed with big data allocation designed for Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, Threads, and WhatsApp usage.

One may argue that social media is the new poster boy for modern communication.

For instance, we always access our Facebook and Instagram to share life updates and interact with the world around us. Be it a fun travel getaway, a new achievement unlocked, or daily routines at home, we curate our feeds with IG-worthy photos, post stories showing our day, and create aesthetic reels to share our best moments and life happenings. Moreover, we also use these social apps to promote our businesses, support causes, and catch up on the latest news and trends.

Staying in touch with family and friends has also been easier through instant messaging apps like Messenger and WhatsApp. We bond over group chats by sending funny videos and memes while video calling our best friends to share the latest chika, making socializing more fun, faster, and convenient.

Indeed, social media has become an integral part of our lives by providing a platform for entertainment and information, supporting businesses, and fostering communities. Therefore, having access to affordable and generous data is no longer optional but a “must-have” to stay online and connected anytime, anywhere.

At the forefront of providing affordable and value-packed data subscription is DITO Telecommunity, the fastest-growing telecommunications provider in the country, which now officially launched DITO Level-Up Socials -- the newest and exciting mobile prepaid data subscription that offers high-speed and affordable data allocation for Meta apps (Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, Threads, and WhatsApp), giving Filipinos more reasons to love DITO!

This new prepaid promo aims to provide bigger data allocation so Filipinos can level-up their socials and experience the best of Meta apps at a pocket-friendly price, enabling them to continuously like, heart, and share photos and create video contents for the world to see!

“The launch of Level-Up Socials underscores DITO’s commitment to continuously provide affordable and reliable connection to all Filipinos. Through this, customers can now enjoy subscriptions packed with generous data allocations for META such as Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Messenger, and WhatsApp,” said Evelyn Jimenez, DITO Chief Revenue Officer for Consumer business.

With DITO Level-Up Socials, customers can enjoy a total of 7GB data (3.5GB for Meta Apps + 3.5GB all-access data) for only PhP 50, valid for three days. Other Level-Up Socials data subscriptions include Level-Up Socials-20 packed with 2.5GB data (2GB for Meta Apps + 500 MB all-access data) valid for one day and Level-Up Socials-70 with a total of 10GB data (5GB for Meta Apps + 5GB all-access data) valid for seven days.

For users looking for higher data allocation and a longer validity period, Level-Up Socials-299 comes with a total of 40GB of data (35GB for Meta apps + 5GB all-access data), valid for 30 days. Level-Up Socials-399 has a total of 60GB data (50GB for Meta Apps + 10GB all-access data), while Level-Up Socials 499 and 599 have a total of 75GB data (60GB for Meta Apps+ 15GB all-access data) and 90GB data (70GB for Meta Apps + 20GB all-access data), respectively.

“In this increasingly digital and interconnected world, we’re adding this exciting new product to our portfolio to give our prepaid customers more options for their data subscriptions, especially for Meta apps enthusiasts. Filipinos are heavy users of social media, since we love to stay in touch with our family and friends online; hence, through Level-Up Socials, we are enabling them to stay connected and empowering them to create and share more content for the people they love,” Jimenez added.

Prepaid customers can now purchase DITO Level-Up Socials promos via the DITO App and DITO Authorized Retailers and Partner Stores nationwide.

For more information about DITO Level-Up Socials and other prepaid promos, visit https://dito.ph/prepaid.

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ShopBack showers amazing cashback perks on 10th birthday

ShopBack, the leading online shopping and rewards platform in the Asia-Pacific and the Philippines, is kicking off its 10th birthday with a series of exciting activities this June.

Founded in 2014, ShopBack is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2024, marking a decade of success across the region. With a presence in over 12 countries, ShopBack serves more than 45 million users across three continents. In the Philippines alone, ShopBack boasts over 6.5 million users and partnerships with more than 900 merchants.

10 years of creating a rewarding experience for users

ShopBack’s vision is to be the most rewarding way to shop. By offering cashback on every transaction, users can enjoy significant savings, allowing them to shop even more.

Justine Victoria discovered ShopBack in 2022, initially creating an account while in Singapore and then another upon returning to the Philippines. "I was able to withdraw ₱500,000 and bought two Vespa motorcycles," she says.

MJ Aoki, another ShopBack user, utilizes the platform for travel bookings. "If you're going to make a purchase, you might as well get some money back," she says. MJ has accumulated over ₱58,000 in cashback from her transactions.

Justine Victoria

Kicking off the birthday with a money rain
ShopBack Philippines launched its 10th birthday celebration with a "cashback rain" activation on June 1. In partnership with Ayala Malls Manila Bay, users experienced over ₱50,000 worth of cashback literally raining down on them. Hundreds of mall-goers were rewarded with cashback, which was eventually credited to their accounts.

Month long deals and prizes
ShopBack’s 10th Birthday campaign runs throughout the entire month, beginning with the 6.6 Mid-Year Sale and leading up to the main birthday celebration from June 14-22. During this period, each category—travel, fashion, food, and marketplaces—will feature special highlight deals.

The top prize for users is a chance to win 24K gold, simply by making three transactions across three different categories. Additionally, a month-long rewards page will feature exclusive vouchers and challenges, enabling users to earn instant cashback through easy actions.

Some of the top deals include:

• Exclusive voucher drops from Lazada
• Nike: Up to 10% cashback for both 6.6 and Birthday
• Zalora: Up to 20% cashback during the Birthday, also during their Big Fashion Sale
• Klook: Up to 14% cashback for both 6.6 and Birthday
• Puma: 25%-30% cashback - for both 6.6 and Birthday

Exciting Partner Deals

Several partner brands are also on board to give exciting perks to ShopBack users.

• KFC: giving away thousands of meal vouchers plus two winners of one year supply of free chicken!
• Ayala Malls Manila Bay: official mall partner with activations all throughout June
• Havaianas: Free Havaianas for first 50 ShopBack users on June 15 in their BGC branch
• SEAOIL: PHP20K free gas vouchers for ShopBack users with an offline giveaway on June 14 in their C5 branch
• INSPI: 10th Anniversary special design collab available on their online store

Timothy Tuason, Commercial Director for PH says: "This campaign is our way of thanking our loyal users for their years of support. We've worked hard to secure the best deals, making this birthday celebration truly rewarding for them. We hope they are excited!"

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“VENOM: THE LAST DANCE” trailer unleashed

Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the Venom trilogy. Venom: The Last Dance comes to theaters this October.

In Venom: The Last Dance, Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance. Watch the trailer here:

Venom: The Last Dance stars Tom Hardy, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach and Stephen Graham. The film is directed by Kelly Marcel from a screenplay she wrote, based on a story by Hardy and Marcel. The film is produced by Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Amy Pascal, Kelly Marcel, Tom Hardy and Hutch Parker.

In cinemas October, Venom: The Last Dance is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #Venom @columbiapicph

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The Renaissance Art Gallery holds exhibition on the works of National Artist Arturo Luz

The Renaissance Art Gallery presents the much-awaited exhibition of National Artist for Visual Arts Mr. Arturo Luz, titled: “STREAMLINED: The National Artist ARTURO LUZ EXHIBITION,” on July 2-13, 2024 at the Art Center gallery, 4F of SM Megamall Bldg. A.

The works on display demonstrate the primary virtues that distinguished Arturo Luz from the rest of his contemporaries: linear and geometric, minimalist in conception, and executed with superlative technical skill and finesse.

Arturo Luz stripped Philippine art of its excesses in color and form, as evidenced by his classic subjects, ranging from cyclists, musicians, and performers down to his still lifes and Asian cities and architecture.

All the works are authentic and original, supplied with written and visual documentation.

The gallery is curated by Cid Reyes.

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Don't miss these movies in June

Grab your popcorn and buy your tickets for these movies in June.

June 5 - Bad Boys: Ride or Die (Columbia Pictures)
Stars: Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Vanessa Hudgens, Alexander Ludwig
Directed by: Adil & Bilall

The world’s favorite Bad Boys are back with their iconic mix of edge-of-your seat action and outrageous comedy but this time with a twist: Miami’s finest are now on the run.

June 5 - Glitter & Doom (Ayala Malls Cinemas exclusive)
Stars: Alex Diaz, Alan Cammish, Ming Na-wen, Missy Pyle, Tig Notaro
Directed by: Tom Gustafson

Ride along on a surreal, glittery musical romance, all set to the hits of the iconic, Grammy Award-winning Indigo Girls. Serious musician Doom (Alan Cammish) and free-spirited circus kid Glitter (Filipino musical superstar Alex Diaz) start a budding summer relationship filled with camping trips, late-night conversations, and plenty of song and dance. Their relationship is put to the test as they deal with trying to make it in the music biz, their mothers (Ming-Na Wen and Missi Pyle), and finding what feeds each of their souls and dreams.

June 5 - The Watchers (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Stars: Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, Oliver Finnegan, Olwen Fouere
Directed by: Ishana Night Shyamalan

From producer M. Night Shyamalan comes “The Watchers,” written and directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan and based on the novel by A.M. Shine. The film follows Mina, a 28-year-old artist, who gets stranded in an expansive, untouched forest in western Ireland. When Mina finds shelter, she unknowingly becomes trapped alongside three strangers who are watched and stalked by mysterious creatures each night.

You can’t see them, but they see everything.

June 12 - Love You as the World Ends (Encore Films Philippines)
Stars: Takeuchi Ryoma, Takahashi Fumiya, Hotta Mayu, Suga Kenta
Directed by: Shintaro Sugawara

“Love You As The World Ends” follows the journey of survivors Hibiki Mimiya, who had to go through the ordeal of losing his partner Kurumi Ogasawara in the TV series the movie is based on. Along with a group of men also searching for their loved ones, Hibiki is hellbent on rescuing the only person he has left, his daughter Mirai. Mirai was kidnapped and brought to Utopia, a refuge from the zombies they call Golems. Once a beacon of hope, it’s now dilapidated with the group of researchers working on a cure huddled at the top, away from the masses.

June 26 - A Quiet Place: Day One (Paramount Pictures)
Stars: Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff, Djimon Hounsou
Directed by: Michael Sarnoski

Experience the day the world went quiet. Welcome to DAY ONE.

June 26 - Marupok AF (Ayala Malls Cinemas exclusive)
Stars: EJ Jallorina, Royce Cabrera, Maris Racal
Directed by: Quark Henares

Based on a true story that went viral on Twitter, “Marupok AF” follows Janzen Torres (EJ Jallorina), a hopeless romantic who goes on a dating app and matches with the seemingly perfect Theo Balmaceda (Royce Cabrera). On the day of their first date, Janzen gets ghosted. This then leads to an intricately-planned web of deceit, lies, and catfishing. A sociopathic mastermind named Beanie Landridos (Maris Racal) is behind all of Janzen’s struggles.

June 28 - Horizon: An American Saga (Parallax Studios and Saga Film Studios)
Stars: Kevin Costner, Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, Giovanni Ribisi, Jena Malone, Jamie Campbell Bower, Luke Wilson
Directed by: Kevin Costner

“Horizon: An American Saga” explores the lure of the Old West and how it was won – and lost – through the blood, sweat and tears of many. Spanning the four years of the American Civil War, from 1861 to 1865, director Kevin Costner’s ambitious cinematic adventure will take audiences on an emotional journey across a country at war with itself.

*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.*

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Martin Lawrence on his "Ride or die, for real" friendship with Will Smith

Will Smith and Martin Lawrence – cinema’s bad boys of action-comedy – are back again in Bad Boys: Ride or Die.

BERLIN, GERMANY - MAY 27: Martin Lawrence and Will Smith attend the European premiere of BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE at Zoo Palast on May 27, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Gerald Matzka/Getty Images for Sony Pictures)

“It’s magical to see them both together,” says Bilall Fallah, who directs with his partner Adil El Arbi, and are best-known as simply Adil & Bilall. “It’s unbelievable, the chemistry they have. It’s always surprising when you’re behind the monitors directing the scene and they come up with this genius golden humor – you sit back, relax, and see them perform.” When that magic happens, he says, his job is easy. “They’re the best duo on the big screen, and very unique.”

BERLIN, GERMANY - MAY 27: Bilall, Will Smith, Martin Lawrence and Adil attend the European premiere of BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE at Zoo Palast on May 27, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Reuter/Getty Images for Sony Pictures)

Smith says that his chemistry with Lawrence comes out of 30 years of respect for each other’s craft. “We both have grown and experienced a lot of life,” he says. “So, when we come together, the amount of respect and care, and concern for each other – it’s the only way to work.”

In the mid-1990s, Martin Lawrence and Will Smith did not know each other before Lawrence cold- called Smith to see if the star of Fresh Prince of Bel-Air would be interested in teaming with the star of Martin for an R-rated buddy cop movie. Lawrence had the script, and his sister, who was a fan of Fresh Prince, suggested that her brother call Smith. The result was not only one of the great pairings in movie history that changed their lives, but a real-life friendship too. “It’s the best phone call I ever made,” says Lawrence. “We had known of each other’s work, but we’d never met. When we did meet, there was a mutual respect and it was clear we had a connection. Even now, 30 years later, we are close friends. Even when it has been a minute since we’ve seen each other, we know we can always count on each other. Ride or die, for real.”

“Isn’t that what we all want? Someone we can count on no matter what?” adds Smith. “That’s part of the joy of these movies – bad boys for life is truly for life.”

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - MAY 24: Will Smith and Martin Lawrence attend the Riyadh Premiere of Columbia Pictures BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE in Riyadh on May 24, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures Entertainment)

Bad Boys: Ride or Die sees Mike Lowrey (Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Lawrence) in the biggest jam they’ve ever faced: when new evidence comes to light implicating the late Captain Howard (Joe Pantoliano) in a lifetime of drug-related crimes, the Bad Boys vow to clear his name… even if it means coming in the crosshairs of the cartel and the cops.

Adil & Bilall return to the helm of the movie after also directing Bad Boys for Life and notching the franchise’s best reviews from critics and audiences alike. “When we were 19 and studying in Brussels in film school, we were always dreaming of one day being part of Hollywood, and we were always joking that if one day we would be getting the chance to go to Hollywood, we’d want to make a Bad Boys movie – a Bad Boys 3,” Bilall laughs. “But obviously, we never really believed that it would happen up until we got to ask Jerry [Bruckheimer, producer] and Will. And we’re still pinching ourselves. We are fanboys, so it’s still a very surreal feeling.”

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - MAY 22: Will Smith and Martin Lawrence attend the Dubai Premiere of Columbia Pictures BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on May 22, 2024. (Photo by Clint Egbert)

Don’t miss out on explosive action and laugh-out-loud humor Bad Boys style when Bad Boys: Ride or Die, distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International, opens in cinemas June 5.

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