LG Philippines Launches Nationwide Search for the Oldest Working Air Conditioner

LG Electronics Philippines has officially launched the LG Oldest Air Conditioner Hunt Promo, a nationwide campaign celebrating durability, reliability, and long-term customer loyalty. The initiative aims to find the oldest still-working LG residential air conditioner in the Philippines—highlighting the brand’s enduring performance and its promise of “the cool that lasts.”

Running from January 22 to March 31, 2026, the promo invites long-time LG users to showcase air conditioning units that have stood the test of time. In a country where dependable cooling is essential due to the tropical climate, this search underscores the importance of product longevity and quality engineering. LG is turning the spotlight on customers whose units continue to operate efficiently even after years—possibly decades—of use.

Participation in the promo is straightforward. Eligible participants must create and post a video featuring their old but still-functional LG air conditioner. The video should clearly show the unit, including its serial or model number, and demonstrate that it can still be powered on. This proof of functionality is essential to validate entries and confirm that the unit remains operational.

To complete the entry, participants must upload their video publicly on social media using the hashtag #LGairconSearch and tag @LGPhilippines. In addition, they are required to finalize their registration through an online submission process. This ensures proper documentation and verification of each entry.

Exciting prizes await the winners. The top three participants with the oldest verified working LG air conditioners will receive brand-new LG split-type air conditioning units. First, second, and third place winners will each be rewarded with upgraded cooling solutions—bringing modern efficiency and advanced features into their homes.

Beyond the prizes, the campaign is a tribute to LG customers who have trusted the brand for years. It reinforces the company’s commitment to innovation, durability, and customer satisfaction. By celebrating real-life stories of lasting performance, LG not only honors its loyal users but also demonstrates the tangible value of investing in quality appliances.

The LG Oldest Air Conditioner Hunt Promo is more than just a contest—it’s a celebration of reliability, resilience, and the enduring power of cool comfort in Filipino homes.

HUAWEI Band 11 Pro Raises the Bar with Smartwatch-Level Performance and Exclusive Launch Deals

HUAWEI is redefining the fitness band category with the launch of the HUAWEI Band 11 Pro, a device that delivers smartwatch-level performance in a sleek, lightweight form factor. Designed for users who demand precision, visibility, and proactive wellness tracking, this latest wearable brings powerful features without compromising comfort or battery life.

At the core of the Band 11 Pro is its Independent GPS (GNSS), enabling accurate, phone-free route tracking whether you’re running, cycling, or training outdoors. Combined with advanced Running Posture Analysis, users gain deeper insight into stride, balance, and efficiency—helping improve performance while reducing the risk of injury. This level of analytics typically belongs to higher-end smartwatches, making the Band 11 Pro a compelling option for serious fitness enthusiasts.

Visibility is equally impressive. The 1.62-inch AMOLED display reaches up to 2,000 nits of brightness on the Pro model and 1,500 nits on the Standard version. Whether under direct sunlight or during evening workouts, the ultra-bright screen ensures crystal-clear readability and vibrant visuals at a glance.

Wellness tracking takes a proactive turn with TruSleep™ 4.0, Pulse Wave Arrhythmia Analysis, and Emotional Wellbeing 2.0. These features go beyond basic step counting, offering intelligent insights into sleep quality, heart rhythm irregularities, stress levels, and overall recovery. The Band 11 series is built not just to track activity, but to support long-term health management.

Inclusivity is another highlight. The new Wheelchair Mode accurately tracks pushes and wheelchair-specific workouts, reflecting HUAWEI’s commitment to making fitness technology accessible to more users.

For modern lifestyles, the Band 11 series offers up to 14 days of battery life on a single charge, seamless compatibility with both Android and iOS devices, and convenient GCash Watch Pay integration for easy transactions on the go.

To celebrate its launch, HUAWEI is offering limited-time discounts. The HUAWEI Band 11 Pro (PHP 4,499) comes with PHP 1,100 off online or PHP 1,000 off in-store. The HUAWEI Band 11 Aluminum (PHP 2,399) is discounted by PHP 300 online or PHP 200 in-store, while the Band 11 Polymer gets PHP 400 off online. Shoppers can also enjoy an extra PHP 100 Early Bird voucher on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

Each purchase includes a free Watch Face membership worth PHP 229 and the option to unlock HUAWEI Health+ for only PHP 20. The Band 11 series is now available via the HUAWEI Online Store, Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and HUAWEI Experience Stores nationwide.

Eastern Champions Sustainability with First Gen Partnership to Power Makati HQ and Key Tech Sites with Renewable Energy

Renewable energy (RE) utilization of Eastern Communications (Eastern Comms) across its offices and operations centers increases from 2% to 10%, marking a significant and measurable milestone in environmental performance and operational reliability.

The boost in RE use comes as Eastern Comms completes its transition to geothermal energy, following a strategic partnership with First Gen Corporation (First Gen).

Through this partnership, First Gen will supply geothermal energy to power the telco provider’s Makati headquarters and key Technical Operations Centers (TOCs), reinforcing the Eastern Comms’ view that future-ready digital infrastructure must be supported by clean, resilient energy.

“This partnership represents a clear step forward in how we power our operations,” said Atty. Aileen Regio, Co-coordinator of Eastern Comms. “By integrating geothermal energy into key facilities, we are reinforcing the resilience of our core infrastructure. Sustainability, for us, is directly linked to service continuity and long-term performance.”

The geothermal energy is sourced from facilities in Leyte, reinforcing the role of indigenous renewable resources in securing the country’s energy future. For Eastern Comms, the partnership ensures that critical network facilities—those that keep enterprises connected—are backed by stable, dependable power while also lowering carbon emissions.

The transition is enabled by the government’s Retail Competition Open Access (RCOA) program, which allows large electricity consumers to directly contract with power suppliers. Through RCOA, Eastern Comms is able to make deliberate energy choices that align with its long-term sustainability strategy while strengthening efficiency across its facilities.

“Increasing our renewable utilization is a concrete milestone. Together with the 222 kW solar capacity already supporting our Makati HQ and TOCs, our adoption of renewable geothermal energy strengthens our ability to operate efficiently while aligning with national climate priorities and the broader shift toward a circular economy,” said Jaeson Evangelista, Co-coordinator of Eastern Comms.

The renewable energy shift forms part of the telco provider’s ongoing infrastructure modernization initiatives, which include intelligent automation upgrades, energy-efficient systems, and phased disaster resilience projects designed to fortify its facilities and core network. These investments reflect the company’s 2026 direction, “Dare To Soar,” anchored on innovation, reliability, and responsible growth.

As Eastern Communications advances its “Dare To Soar” direction, the partnership with First Gen demonstrates how digital innovation and sustainability are becoming increasingly interconnected. Powering critical facilities with renewable energy is a strategic move to build a more resilient, future-ready network.

To learn more about Eastern Communications and their upcoming partnerships, contact 5300-7000 or visit www.eastern.com.ph.

Nevigate Leverages the Philippines to Accelerate Global Connectivity with VITRO Inc. and PLDT Global

Nevigate Communications (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. continues to strengthen its global footprint by leveraging the Philippines as a strategic location to serve customers worldwide, with a strong focus on bridging the ASEAN and US regions.

Through its partnership with VITRO Inc. and PLDT Global, the company strengthens its suite of network solutions through resilient data center facilities and fast global connectivity. By hosting its infrastructure within VITRO, Nevigate gains access to secure, resilient, and carrier-neutral facilities that support seamless international connectivity. VITRO’s strategic location allows Nevigate to benefit from reliable network routes between Southeast Asia and the United States, while tapping into the Philippines’ rapidly expanding digital infrastructure.

“Our decision to work closely with VITRO and PLDT Global reflects our confidence in the Philippines as a key hub for global connectivity,” said GK Tan (Tan Ghee Khoon), Managing Director of Nevigate Communications (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. “This partnership allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality network services while strengthening our ability to bridge ASEAN and US markets for our customers.”

Beyond infrastructure, the collaboration presents mutual opportunities for growth. Nevigate's global traffic enriches VITRO's digital ecosystem, strengthening its position as a global enterprise's gateway to the Philippines

“This collaboration reflects our shared vision of building a globally connected digital ecosystem with the Philippines at its core,” said Gary Ignacio, Chief Commercial Officer of VITRO Inc. “By working alongside Nevigate and PLDT Global, we are helping enterprises unlock new opportunities, scale across borders, and participate more fully in the global digital economy.”

“This partnership goes beyond colocation and connectivity—it is about enabling global scale,” said Roselle Dela Cruz, Vice President for Global Business at PLDT Global. “This partnership allows us to expand our capabilities to support enterprises with end-to-end digital infrastructure that connects the Philippines to the rest of the world.”

Enchanted Kingdom’s COO Takes Oath as President of Laguna Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc.

Now in its 30th year, Enchanted Kingdom — the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines — continues to be one of the lead advocates for local industry development, following the recent induction of its Chief Operating Officer, Mrs. Cynthia R. Mamon, Ph.D., as the president of the PCCI-Laguna Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (LCCI).

The induction ceremony of newly elected LCCI officers was held on February 16 at Enchanted Kingdom in Santa Rosa, Laguna, led by Area Vice President Hoover Picar and Regional Governor Mary Ann Katigbak.

In acceptance of this role, Mrs. Mamon said, “We are committed to focus on Livelihood and labor concerns, Corporate sustainability, Community empowerment, and Innovation with integrity. These four principles support the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) South Luzon’s guiding principles as presented by AVP Hoover Picar, namely Volunteerism, Excellence, Service, and Integrity (VESI). Through these, we look forward to transforming the lives of the people working for our companies and the communities we serve.”

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, LCCI is a non-stock, non-profit, non-government organization, comprised of Laguna-based small, medium, and large enterprises, dedicated to fostering a stronger, sustainable local economy and promoting growth, resilience, and competitiveness of the business community in the province.

Present during the induction ceremony were Department of Labor and Employment – National Conciliation and Mediation Board IV-A Director Cynthia Foncardas, Laguna Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office (LEPIDO) Laguna Head Fatima Villaseñor, PCCI Los Baños President Grace Bondad Nicolas, PCCI Quezon City President Anne Marie Francisco, and PCCI Lipa City President Marites Jumarang. They were joined by past presidents of LCCI, namely Atty. Rose Lynn Zara-Coloma, Marvin Adolfo, Virgilio Lorenzo, Richard Albert Osmond, and EK’s President and Chairman, Mr. Cesar Mario O. Mamon.

An economic briefing by Prof. Ronilo Balbieran, economist at the University of Asia and the Pacific, followed the induction ceremony.

Even before this, EK has been a longstanding active member of LCCI, as Mr. Mamon also served as its president from 2006 to 2007.

Championing Tourism

Mrs. Mamon was also reelected as the president of the Laguna Tourism Council (LTC), officially assuming the new term together with the other newly elected LTC officers during the oath-taking ceremony administered by Governor Sol Aragones last January 22 in Santa Cruz, Laguna.

LTC is a provincial multi-sectoral body composed of representatives from various government and private organizations, serving as one of the main drivers in developing Laguna into a premier tourism destination in the Philippines.

Under Dr. Mamon’s leadership, ever since she stepped into the role in 2023, LTC has been working closely with the provincial government of Laguna, along with other local offices and non-government organizations across the country in promoting tourism, culture, heritage, and the arts to both domestic and foreign audiences.

Aside from this, they also support Laguna-based micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by providing platforms to showcase their world-class products and crafts through LTC’s various events and collaborations happening inside and outside the province.

For more information and updates regarding these and EK’s initiatives towards industry growth, sustainability, and tourism, visit https://www.enchantedkingdom.ph and EK’s official social media accounts @enchantedkingdom.ph for Facebook and TikTok, and @ek_philippines for Instagram.