TriNoma Opens its Digital 3D Cinema

TriNoma recently opened its Digital 3D Cinema through the newly upgraded Cinema 4. It targets to deliver a three-dimensional awesome experience for the movie goers.

Indeed, after trying it out last week with a special screening of Ice Age 3 - Dawn of the Dinosaurs, the characters were almost alive with vivid visuals and clear surround sound. I missed Ice Age 2 but it was great seeing Manny, Sid, Diego, and Scrat again in this third installment of the film. Vocal talents Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Denis Leary, and Queen Latifah are also back to give life to these characters.

With new friends Buck the weasel and Scratte (Scrat's new love-interest), the movie gets more interesting as well. Generally, it was a good movie for the entire family. Surely the kids would enjoy the continuous fun and adventure prevalent in the scenes while the adults would appreciate its story.

Aside from the great movie experience I expected from a digital 3D cinema technology, I was surprised with the Lazyboy chairs for the VIPs at the back of the theater. We sure hoped to have been allowed to try it even for a minute. Nonetheless, the regular chairs we were on were something as well with its reclining back seat and spacious leg room and intervals.
It also felt like a movie studio such that we enjoyed the angle even if we were seating at the backside. It was later that I surmised that our location at the back of the theater might have been the best one since it is where the lazyboy chairs were located as well. :)
So the next time you are in the digital 3d cinema 4 of TriNoma for a movie, you know where you should be seated. :) Reserve a seat through www.sureseats.com.

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The First Philippine Web Design Conference Coming this July 10: [Form, Function, Class]

form function() & .class: the first Philippine Web Design Conference is the first and only event in Asia for web designers by web designers. Initiated by the newly-formed Philippine Web Designers Organization, it will be held on July 10, 2009 at the Asian Institute of Management, Makati City,

The conference provides a venue for discussion and learning of world-class standards, latest trends, and other emerging aspects of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

It aims to unite over 400 professional and aspiring web designers to actively discuss work-related values and practices, web standards, and discuss with the next wave of web experts through a lively, interactive exchange of ideas. In the long term, the event aims to uplift the state of Philippine web design.

The conference will cover topics in Design, Interaction Design, Web Standards, Web Accessibility, Web Usability, Workflow, Industry Tips, and the State of the Web. Speakers include: Rico Sta. Cruz, Nap Lara, Regnard Raquedan, Marco Palinar, Gail Dela Cruz-Villanueva, Luis Buenaventura II.

The event will also honor accessible websites and web designers with the Disabled-Friendly Website Awards, hosted by the Philippine Web Accessibility Group (PWAG), National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA), and the National Computer Center (NCC).

Participants of the event get a chance to bring home an original Adobe Creative Suite 4 software bundle when they register at the Adobe User Group - Philippines group; while the first 100 non-student participants to pay for the event will receive Google AdWords vouchers worth Php1,000 each.

form function() & .class: the First Philippine Web Design Conference is a brainchild of the Philippine Web Designers Organization, a non-stock, non-profit organization of web design professionals and hobbyists. PWDO has held several mini web design conferences in the past year to pave the way and generate buzz for this unprecedented event. The organization is also set to open membership during the event.

Tickets are priced at Php1,000. Students enjoy a 50% discount. For more details on the event, including reservation and registration, visit http://www.formfunctionclass.com/

Sponsors

The event is supported by the Asian Institute for Management (AIM), Web.com.ph domain registration & web hosting, Google Philippines, and Adobe User Group Philippines.

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SM Megamall Launches Wi-Fi Service Today

After the prior successful Wi-Fi service launches in other SM Malls in the past few months, SM Megamall follows suit with the rest of its Sy-owned mall family. The earlier ones include SM Marikina, SM The Block, The Podium, SM North Edsa, and SM Bacoor.

However, compared to all the other Wi-Fi service quality, SM Megamall's Wi-Fi service today was not upto par.

Philcom Corporation, SM Megamall's Wi-Fi- service provider, might be having some technical difficulties or the bandwidth simply can't handle the load of today's bloggers/beta testers.

This may also be partly due to the 80% rollout completion of the project.

Whatever it may be, sadly, it had to happen today.
It suffered a measly speed of 100kbps download speed according to measuring site Speedtest.net. Compared to household PLDT DSL999 connections which avergaes 1000kps, one would crawl with a YouTube upload or download.

Hopefully, it would improve as they get some realizations out of this user beta-test session; or after it is already 100% implemented. Nonetheless the common user can be thankful for the technology and SM Megamall's free Wi-Fi service.

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Franchise 2009 - the 17th Philippine International Franchise Conference Expo

You are invited to the Franchise 2009 - the 17th Philippine International Franchise Conference Expo to be held on July 3-5 at SMX Convention Center beside Mall of Asia. The Philippine Web Designers Organization(PWDO) and Digital Manila (through PWDO) will be participating in the exposition as well.

Organized by the Philippine Franchise Association, the franchise expo brings together business suppliers, experts and interested franchisees. The event will also be holding a number of seminars and mentoring programs.
Join and register now!

See the schedule below:

http://www.franchise2009.com/activity.html

Check out financial blogger Fitz Villafuerte's Franchise 2009 article on this:

"This event has three major activities. First is the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) Program that’s happening at the AIM Conference Center in Makati on June 29 and 30.

Second is the Franchising Conference that will be held at the Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila in Ortigas on July 1 and 2.

And lastly, the 3-Day Franchise Expo on July 3 to 5 that’s happening at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay."

Visit their website as well for more details on Franchise 2009 - the 17th Philippine International Franchise Conference Expo - http://www.franchise2009.com/.

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Digital Manila is Half A Year Old!

The year 2009 is half-year through, and so is Digital Manila!

Cheers to all the subscribers, readers, Google followers, lurkers, and friends. Thank you for all your support for our published articles and blogs.

The Half-year That Was

It is of great honor, that albeit Digital Manila is only half a year old and still using a default template :) , it has already gained a small number of following. Within this limited amount of time, it was also able to attain a Google Pagerank 4 ; hand-in-hand with LetsGoSago.net.

It was also fortunate to chalk up a few vote of confidence as well from some fellow bloggers as a nominee in this year’s Top 10 Emerging Influential Blogs for 2009 organized by Philippine Internet advocate Ms. Janette Toral.

I'd like to take this opportunity as well to thank Pinoy Parazzi and The Sweet Life of QTV. The former for entrusting Digital Manila a participating section in their paper's 'Blogster' column. It's our first stint writing for print and in Tagalog at that! The latter for featuring this blog in their television show. Moreover, to institutions we have worked together with such as Smart's Sandbox, Globe One Youth Project (from where the photo came from), Geiser Maclang, Yehey.com, and Campaigns Public Relations, Inc.

My gratitude extends to you again, for accepting the mix-magazine-type of features and articles in this blog covering Events, Technology, Gadgets, Movie Reviews, Advocacies, and more. In summary, it covers "a wide array of happenings in and about the metro; from Manila hip events to whatever is new and fascinating".

The Contest

And finally, in return, we will be giving away some prizes to our blog readers for all the three Saturdays of this month starting on July 11 as part of its month-long celebration.

For the first Saturday - July 11, 2009, we'll be giving away a Piolo Pascual original CD album entitled "Timeless Piolo Pascual." Although this is the Centrum Complete album pack version, it is complete with all of Piolo's 15 songs plus a bonus track.

The mechanics to join are simple:

1.) Simply comment in ANY of the post in this blog unitl 9pm of July 11, 2009.
2.) Send an email to DigitalManialBlog@gmail.com saying you want to join the Piolo Pacual CD Contest and indicate the NAME you used in commenting. Make sure the email you place in the comment is the same email you will use in sending these info. :)
3.) Participants should have a valid Philippine address where the item will be couriered.

The person with the most number of 'relevant' comments from now until 9pm of July 11, 2009 wins the CD. The winner will be announced through a post on July 12, 2009. "Relevent" means that the comment is related to the article post and has sense. In other words, not a 'spam.' :)

Watch out for the announcement of the two other contests for July 18 & 25, it will be announced on July 13, and 20, respectively.

Contest Plus Plus

Ok, so you can't wait for the abovementioned July 11 contest. Let's give you something faster. Join Blog4Reviews through this link and get the chance to win two IMAX Mall of Asia tickets.

Winner will be selected via raffle using random.org. All particpants joining until 07/07 (July 7, 2009) will automatically be joined including those I have personally asked to join (and did join) weeks before. Winner will be announced on July 8, 2009.

Closing

Again thank you for supporting DigitalManila.blogspot.com . Please continue to do so as we strive to publish more quality blogs...but cut me some slack for publishing some trivial ones from time to time for traffic and hits' sake! Haha!

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IMAX Comes to SM North Edsa

Is the IMAX Theater in Mall Of Asia too far for you because you are living north of Metro Manila? Then fret no more!

On July 16, 2009, after opening the very first IMAX Theatre in the Philippines at SM Mall of Asia, SM Cinema is opening another IMAX Theatre at SM City North EDSA!

It would be equipped with IMAX's digital projection and theater systems powered by proprietary IMAX technologies that can put you, the audience, IN the movie. It is better than conventional digital systems, just as IMAX's film-based system is superior to conventional ones.
Through IMAX digital projection technology, images are delivered crystal-clear and the digital sound is laser-aligned. The customized theater geometry also maximizes the audience’s field of view.

All these together makes up the moviegoer’s IMAX experience.

Also, catch the following upcoming movies only at the new IMAX Theatre SM City North EDSA:

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince – July 16, 2009
with exclusive IMAX 3D scenes

Harry Potter begins his 6th year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He then discovers an old book marked mysteriously "This book is the property of the Half-Blood Prince." This brought him to learn more about Lord Voldemort's dark past.

Under The Sea 3D – August 2009

The diverse coastal regions of Southern Australia, New Guinea and the Indo-Pacific areas gets an underwater look. The impact of global warming on the oceans are also shown.

A Christmas Carol 3D – November 2009

A retelling in animation of Charles Dickens classic novel about a Victorian-era miser taken on a journey of self-redemption, courtesy of the three mysterious Christmas apparitions.

Avatar 3D – December 2009

A band of humans are pitted in an adventurous battle against a distant planet's indigenous population.

For 2010

March 2010 - How to Train your Dragon 3D
May 2010 - Shrek Goes Fourth 3D
Hubble 3D

For movie inquiries & reservation of tickets, you may call 929- 5452 or 924-4274.
For inquiries and screening schedule, log on to www.smcinema.com
or you can email SM IMAX at imaxnorthedsa@smsupermalls.com.

In two weeks, the IMAX opens at SM North Edsa!

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Maricar Reyes as Grease Woman on May Bukas Pa (with Teaser Video)

My earlier article on Maricar Reyes commended her for her come-back in 'May Bukas Pa' after the Hayden Kho video scandal issue. It would also be interesting to note a similar parallelism in her guest role in the soap as a grease-woman.

In that role, she is despised, humiliated, and mocked upon by the public because of dirty appearance, foul smell and eccentric disposition. Somewhere along the story, leading child character Santino treats at her with sympathy and reagard her as a regular person with feelings, also capable of pain and hurt.
Santino sees that behind her greasy face is a dark past which might have pushed her into becoming a grease-woman. Somehow, Santino wants to give her hope, and perhaps help her heal from a haunting past and lead her to change.

Similarly in real life, Maricar is somehow at this phase of her life where she is rising from a dark past. Emerging beyond the mocking eye of the public from what transpired sometime before and how she overcomes them to go on through life again.




Above is a video teaser (sourced with permission from teamkapamilya.multiply.com) of Maricar Reyes as grease woman on the TV show 'May Bukas Pa'.

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Using Globe DUO: Convenience of a Mobile Landline in My Cellphone

Staying in two houses alternatively is a hassle, much worse when one of them does not have a landline. Sometimes I stay at QC and at times in Makati. Callers are usually manually redirected to my cellphone in case they wanted to reach me immediately. Hence I got myself another mobile landline service last year from another network.

It provided what I need although carrying another phone (aside from my cell phone) can be a little burden. I also had to spread the news about my new landline number.

And so I was ecstatic when Globe released one of their newest service combining the cellphone and landline in one - Globe Duo. Finally, it only needs one sim and one phone. With Globe Duo activated, I was able to call any landline and fellow Globe Duo subscribers unlimited.
Well, actually, I don't mind calling landline numbers form my cellphone under regular charges when necessary. So actually, the best part I liked most about it is that anyone can call me from their landline for free. It works just like they are calling me on a landline. My relatives and friends don't have to text me to call them back when they need to talk to me. They could easily reach me now. It may be a little pricey at P399/ month for postpaid plans, but I guess the price would eventually go down in time.

Call it trivial, but I call the househelper on the landline now from my Globe Duo to open the gates when I'm nearly approaching the house. I don't have to disturb the neighbors with the car horn when I come home late at night. :)

The signal is always clear and hasn't failed me so far in Metro Manila. Although, it's common knowledge that the service is currently limited to the NCR and Cebu only.

It's funny when sometimes I unintentioanlly call a buddy in Cavite. The electronic operator says: "Sorry, but the person you are trying to reach is out of the coverage area," or something like that. Hopefully it will expand soon to service a wider market (and so I can call my relatives in Batangas for free without using national direct dial).

Below are some helpful information on the Globe Duo service:

Charging:

For Postpaid

For postpaid plan customers, you just add P399 to your Globe plan which is good for 30 days.

For Prepaid

For prepaid plan customers, subscription to DUO Service is P125/5 days or P350/14 days, charged to your regular load.

How Does It Work:

* Once you are subscribed to DUO, you will be given your DUO landline number. Your mobile phone will now have two (2) numbers:
* • Your current mobile number (ex. 0917-XXX-XXXX) * • Your DUO landline number (ex. 02-XXX-XXXX)

* Upon activation, you can now make the following calls free of charge:
* • Your DUO phone to any landline * • Any landline to your DUO phone * • Your DUO phone to another DUO phone

Calls made to other mobile numbers or landlines outside the covered area/s are charged regular mobile rates.

* To call any landline: dial area code + landline number.

To call another DUO number: dial area code + DUO number of person you are calling.

No need for keywords or special prefixes!

NOTE: This service is initially available in NCR and Cebu until July 31, 2009 only. All calls outside the area code for NCR (02) and Cebu (032) will be charged regular mobile or NDD rates.

How To Avail:

For Postpaid (details here)

1. Subscriber can avail of the service through any Globe Business Center. Or you can register via SMS (with required SMS acceptance of Terms and Conditions). Simply text DUO INFO to 8888.

2. There will be an initial 90-day holding period for new activations, subject to pre-termination fee of P1,200.00.

3. You can avail of only one (1) active DUO landline number for every active Globe line at any one time.

4. After the holding period, subscription is auto-renewed on a monthly basis unless otherwise requested by the subscriber.

For Prepaid (details here)

1. Purchase a special DUO Prepaid SIM, available at a Globe Business Center or select retail partners in NCR or Cebu.

2. Load the SIM with a minimum amount equivalent to your desired DUO denomination:

• • Text DUO 125 to subscribe for 5 days at P125.
• • Text DUO 350 to subscribe for 14 days at P350.
• • Area is MM for Metro Manila, and CEB for Cebu.

3. You can avail of only one (1) active DUO landline number for every active Globe line at any one time.

4. Your Prepaid DUO is valid for the number of days you subscribe to. Upon expiry, you have 30 days to reload in order to retain your DUO landline number. If you activate your DUO subscription after this 30-day period, you will be assigned a new DUO number.

For more details on the Globe Duo service. Check the Globe site here.

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Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - What I Love and Hate About It

I expected a lot from the Transformers sequel Revenge of the Fallen. Action wise, I got what I was looking forward to, and even more so. It was action-packed from start to finish.

The fight scenes were impressively done and the cinematographer almost went over the edge with all the CGIs and the cameras in full 360 degree swing most of the time. Some may observe that it might have been overdone but I liked it, it was what I expected from a Transformers movie and it provided the 'awesomeness' factor.

Among the battle scenes (aside from the war at the movie's ending), the first clash between Megatron and Optimus Prime in the forest, the transformation of Devastator in the desert, and BumbleBee's fight against Rampage and Ravage were the most outstanding.

The movie also introduced a number of new Autobots and Decepticons in the movie from Jolt to the twins Skida and Madflap, and from Jetfire to the Fallen.

However, the storyline suffered much in so many instances in an effort to explain things. It tried to say too much and miserably failed in the execution of the twist and turns.

I was not able to accept how the overly-done funny antics by Sam's mother and the college-classmate-side-kick-guy could mix smoothly with the movies' mythical theme.

And the highlight of this tragedy was when the primes talked to Sam in his unconciousness in shadows and sunset light.

But then again, I loved the movie for its superbness and I want to close this review on a positive note. :) The musical score was admirable! That's what I'm talking about. Astounding sounds that fit an awe-inspiring movie.

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is a science fiction film directed by Michael Bay with Steven Spielberg as executive producer. Shia LaBeouf once again took the role of Sam Witwicky with real-life broken fingers and Megan Fox as the beautiful girlfriend Mikaela who always looks dazzling and barely perspired amidst running through miles of sand in the desert.

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2 WWTBM Contestants Win P100,000 Each

Two contestants of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire (WWTBAM) won P100,000 each in its show last Saturday, June 20, 2009. This is the biggest pot money any contestant was able to bring home since the game show started last May.

Winner of P100,000

Albert Doceo was ecstatic upon receiving his check with the amount of P100,000.00.

He said that it was his son, who was with him in the studio, which brought him luck that night.

Albert Doceo chose the P100,000.00 check over continuing the game for a possible higher amount of cash prize. He initially tried to take on the challenge posed by game show host Vic Sotto by using his 'Lifeline' - 'Phone-A-Friend'.

However, his friend run out of time to help him in answering the question.

Not being sure of the answer himself, Albert chose to go home with the sure cash prize rather than gamble with his chances.

Second Player Wins As Well

The succeeding contestant by the name of Dr. Joseph Cuevas also reached the hundred thousand marker and went home richer by P100,000.00 as well.

The night was really a big one for the contestants.

WWTBAM continues to be TV5's major show for their Saturday primetime block. The game show is further made exciting with twist and turns brought about by the "Lifelines" - ‘Ask the Audience’, ‘50/50’,and ‘Phone a Friend’.

To join, simply send an SMS with the format

"MILLION (space) Name"

to 2910 from any networks.

You will receive an automated reply for the succeeding steps.

Continue to watch TV5's newest game show Who Wants To Be A Millionaire every Saturday at 6pm with host 'Bossing' Vic Sotto.

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Michael Jackson Passes Away After Heart Attack

Michael Jackson, famously known as the world's "King of Pop", passed away yesterday after collapsing and suffering from a cardiac arrest and at his Los Angeles home in California, news confirmed.

He was brought to the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center but hospital authorities were not able to revive the legendary pop artist. Autopsy to verify the cause of death would follow.

It is a sad news indeed for a man who have contributed much to entertainment pass away too early at the age of 50, albeit full of controversies in the latter part of his career. We remember in the younger days of our generation listening to his songs together with other music icons in the 80's like Madonna.

Michael Jackson made it big with his songs 'Billie Jean','Beat It', and the all-time best-selling album 'Thriller.'

RIP: Michael Jackson 1958-2009.
*Thumbnail photo source from Fox News

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Fully Booked Rockwell on Sale

Fully Booked Rockwell Store will be on sale from June 25-30, 2009. There will be a 20% off on regular items and 15% for credit card purchases.

S A L E
20% OFF
on regular items*
ROCKWELL STORE ONLY
June 25 - 30, 2009
(Thursday - Tuesday)
Store Hours
Friday & Saturday: 10am - 11:30pm
Sunday: 10am - 10:30pm
Monday - Thursday: 11am - 10:30pm
* 15% off on credit card payments.
Local and consigned items are not included in the sale

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Maricar Reyes Guests on May Bukas Pa

After getting involved on the long stretched issue of the Hayden Kho Video Scandal, Maricar Reyes seems to be moving on as she guests soon on the ABS-CBN leading primetime soap 'May Bukas Pa'.

Next to Katrina Halili, almost everyone know Maricar's familiar face as one of the women allegedly in Hayden Kho's other video scandals that have circulated the internet and bootleg CD/DVDs around today.

And after staying quiet and out of the limelight since the scandal, Maricar Reyes now braves the public eye by appearing in one of May Bukas Pa's short stories.

The general public who have immediately dismissed her celebrity status as 'wasted' (sayang) and pre-judged her as a victim, or even possibly as a 'slut' from the other end of the spectrum, now raises their eyebrows in reaction to her courageous TV comeback despite the scandalous videos.

First off, the videos were not meant for public viewing. I believe that whatever transpired in those videos if so, having recoded years ago, were part of her past. It might not be something she can be proud of, but she/they presumably did it in their own privacy as a couple.
Her actions of being able to set that aside speaks of her courage to move on and face what lies ahead. It speaks of her propensity and disposition to see past through the judgmental eyes of the public and face whatever the future holds.

I say that she would make a good example for people who were put to shame in the past, emerged, and is now ready to move forward.

Being a celebrity at that, what she is doing now is not easy, to say the least.
*All photos are used with permission. First photo couretsy of PinayAds.com while the rest from teamkapamilya.multiply.com May Bukas Pa teaser video.

Surely, 'May Bukas Pa', with it's leading ratings in the primetime TV block would even soar higher as the public takes a closer look on how a Maricar Reyes takes her life back from the showbiz industry.

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Laban Tayo Dyan! - The Paramihan Challenge

Anything that has to do with Paramihan (the most - in terms of numbers). Globe Telecoms launched the Paramihan Challenge last month where you could have the chance to win P100,000 ($2000+) by simply uploading your own creative videos within the Paramihan Challenge theme.

Any gimiks about 'paramihan' is acceptable! The most number of kiss-marks on a face, the most number of SMS sent in a day, the most number of pants you could wear all at the same time, the most number of Wifi spots accessed in a day, the most number of gadgets thrown from a penthouse, the most number of friends in all your social networks, and more, can be submitted as long as it is within the contest mechanics.

Check more details of the mechanics here or see below:

Contest Mechanics (as referenced from http://paramihanchallenges.multiply.com/)

1. Record a video performing a Paramihan Challenge.
   
2. Create an account on multiply.com and join the Laban Tayo Dyan! Paramihan Challenge group on paramihanchallenges.multiply.com
3. Upload your entry as a video entry on the group’s page
   • Select your video file from your PC, record using Multiply Video Recorder, or Import videos using external sites.
4. Fill in the TITLE and DESCRIPTION for the video. Describe your “Paramihan Challenge" and take the video. Don't forget to place your real name.
   
5. Wait for the confirmation message in your email inbox.
6. Hurry! Upload now. Last day to submit entries is extended until June 30, 2009.
7. A voting procedure would also be incorporated to give you more chances of winning! Voting starts on July 3 – 18, 2009.

DETAILED PROMO MECHANICS:
Who Can Join

Contestant must be a Filipino resident, at least 13-30 years old and above upon joining the Promo.

No contestant should be an employee of Globe Telecom, Harrison Communications, Universal McCann and YEHEY! and their relatives up to the 2nd degree of consanguinity or affinity. Otherwise, the participant/s will be disqualified to join the Promo.

Video Requirements

1. The video should show a group stunt featuring the most number of people doing one act. You may also upload a video that may show the most number of places, things, or stunts that may or may not be a group activity.
2. The video can be in any format and not more than 100MB or 10 minutes (for each video), as per Multiply requirements.
3. The video should not promote another brand or entity.
4. You should not manipulate the video by erasing or adding to any parts of your video.
5. All video which will be submitted should be owned and have been taken by the contestant/uploader.
6. The video should not contain inappropriate content, including but not limited to the following:
   1. obscene, pornographic or sexually-explicit content or information,
   2. content that is considered offensive to the users, such as those which encourage the commission of an illegal, immoral or threatening activity, promote harassment, racism, hatred or discrimination against any group or individual, or provide information which you know are false, misleading, or harmful to any group or individual,
   3. content which show strong support or opposition to any political or religious group or person.
   4. content which are defamatory or libelous in character or those which violate the privacy of any group or individual.
   5. content which infringe upon the rights of any third party, including copyright, publication right, or any other intellectual property or proprietary right, or those which promote the infringement of any party’s intellectual property rights.
   6. Minimum of one video and maximum of 10 videos may be submitted as entries.

Video Entry Submission

1. You can upload you videos anytime of the day.
2. Deadline for submission of entries is on June 30, 2009, 11:59 pm.

Voting and Judging Process

JUDGING PHASE

• Judging panel (composed of client and agency reps) narrows down all video entries to 12 top videos
• Agency will contact top 12 videos to get users’ personal information (name, age, mobile number, complete home address, e-mail) as required by DTI.
• Top 12 videos are imported to www.globe.com.ph/paramihanchallenge
• Announcement is posted on Multiply site (and social media marketing channels) calling users to vote for entries on the Paramihan Globe site.
  1. From among the entries, 3 judges from Globe Telecom, and its advertising agency Harrison Communications will choose three (3) winners on the basis of the criteria below:
     Judges’ score impact: total of 80%
     • Originality & creativity 35%
     • Over-all impact and appeal 25%
     • “Paramihan" factor 20%
     User voting impact: total of 20%
     • User Voting Scores* 20%
     100%
• *User Voting Scores is computed as follows:
  All videos will be ranked from having the highest to lowest number of votes and will be graded accordingly:
  

  Ranking (highest to lowest no. of votes)	User Voting Score (points or percentage)
  Top 1% - 20%	100 points or 20%
  Top 21% - 40%	80 points or 16%
  Top 41% - 60%	60 points or 12%
  Top 61% - 80%	40 points or 8%
  Bottom 20%	20 points or 4%

  
  Example: If your video earned votes and your ranking belongs to the top 1-20%, you will get 100 points or 20%.
  Computation = 100 points X 20% (total percentage from criteria for judging)= 20%
  TALLY SHEET

  Name Title of Video	Score:
  35% Originality & Creativity
  25% Over-all Impact & Appeal
  20% Paramihan Factor
  20% User Voting Impact
  100% TOTAL SCORE

VOTING PROCESS

1. To vote online, must first log on to Globe site. Users must register to the site. Voting is only open to prepaid subscribers.
2. Upon registration, voter will be directed to the video page.
3. Registered users can only vote once per video entry but they can vote for different video entries from other users.
4. Prizes for voters – will be chosen via electronic raffle from all registered voters.

Prizes

VIDEO WINNERS win the following prizes:
Grand Winner P100,000 / winning video
2nd Place P40,000.00 / winning video
3rd Place P20,000.00 / winning video

VOTER PRIZES: 10,000 (per winner/ total of 3 winners)
Consolation prizes:
Each voter will win a free EverybodyTXT 20 load. Voter will only win once but he/she can vote for different video entries. Load is receivable within 3 weeks from the registration/voting date.
Note: Voters will receive their free EverybodyTXT 20 load via mobile/ electronic coupon.
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1. Globe Telecom shall shoulder the prize tax of 20% of prizes amounting to more than Php10,000.00.

Determination, Notification, and Validation of the Winners

1. Globe Telecom will determine the winning videos on July 24, 2009 in the presence of a DTI representative at Globe Telecom Office, 4/F Globe Telecom Plaza II ,Pioneer corner Madison Streets ,1552 Mandaluyong City
2. Within 3 working days from determination date, Globe Telecom will notify all the winners through phone from (02) 730-2355 and email (from mpnarra@smtp.globetel.com.ph). Winners will be notified via registered mail.
3. Each winner must confirm via email within one month from notification to Malou Narra (mpnarra@smtp.globetel.com.ph).
   These are options on where to claim your prize:
   
   • Metro Manila winners should claim it at Globe Telecom office
   • Provincial winners may claim the prize at Globe Telecom office or nearest Globe Telecom Business Center.

How to Claim the Prize

1. After confirmation with Globe Telecom the winner/s may claim the prize 4 working days after confirmation:
   Globe Telecom Office (For Metro Manila Winners)
   Malou Narra
   4/F Globe Telecom Plaza II
   Pioneer corner Madison Streets
   1552 Mandaluyong City
   9 am to 5pm, Mondays to Fridays.
   
   Nearest Globe Business Centers (For Provincial Winners)
   9am to 5pm, Mondays to Fridays,
   
2. When claiming the prize, the winner/s should be present and must present each of the following:
   VIDEO WINNERS
   
   1. 2 valid IDs with photo (SSS, GSIS ID, company ID, student ID, postal ID, voter’s ID, driver’s license, passport and birth certificate), and
   2. For minors 13-17 years of age,a waiver/authorization form from their parents or guardians will be required. Waiver form will be given together with the notification letter via registered mail.
   WINNING VOTERS
   
   1. 2 valid IDs with photo (SSS, GSIS ID, company ID, student ID, postal ID, voter’s ID, driver’s license, passport and birth certificate), and
   2. Activated Globe SIMs.
   3. Photocopy of Globe SIMs
   4. For minors 13-17 years of age,a waiver/authorization form from their parents or guardians will be required. Waiver form will be given together with the notification letter via registered mail.
   Failure to submit any of the above requirements shall give Globe Telecom the right not to release the cash prize.
3. Winners must claim their respective prize within 6 months from the date of notification and announcement in the website. Failure to claim the prize within the 6 months period will result to the forfeiture of the prize in favor of Globe Telecom with prior DTI approval.

Grant of Rights

By joining the Promo, each winner grants Globe Telecom and its successors, licensees and assigns, the irrevocable right, but not the obligation, with or without our knowledge, to use the video or any portion thereof in any and all media, whether known or hereafter devised, including without limitation, television and publishing, and in connection with the advertising, sale, promotion, marketing, merchandising, distribution, publicizing and all other types of exploitation of the Promo or the website or any part thereof, or in any manner whatsoever, which use shall not entitle each or all members of the vidoes to receive any compensation whatsoever in addition to the cash prize.

Important Notes

1. The decision of the judges (Globe Telecom, Harrison Communications) is final and not subject to disputes with the concurrence of the DTI.
2. All users will be duly acknowledged for their video entry/ies but Globe Telecom will have the rights to all submitted photos in the contest.
3. Video Winner may only win once. If he/she submits two videos and wins more than once, he/she will only get the prize with a higher value.
4. Winning voters may only win once as well.

Qualification and Disqualification of Winner/s

If any of the winners is an employee of Globe Telecom, Harrison Communications and YEHEY! or a relatives up to the 2nd degree of consanguinity or affinity of said employee then the video uploader and voter is not qualified to join the Promo.

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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Poster Teasers

The upcoming Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson and Jim Broadbent will be showing soon.

Together with the latest trailer, the movie also comes the unveiling of the four banner artworks which features Harry and Professor Dumbledore, Ron and Ginny, Hermione and Professor Slughorn, and Draco and Professor Snape.

Voldemort starts to tighten his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts no longer seem to be safe. Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more focused in preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching.

They work together to find the key unlocking Voldemort's defenses. Dumbledore also recruits his old friend and colleague Professor Horace Slughorn, whom he believes holds crucial information.

At the same time, the students are under attack from a very different adversary. Harry finds himself drawn to Ginny, but so is Dean Thomas. On the other hand, Lavender Brown has decided that Ron is the one for her. All that while, Hermione is jealous but determined not to show her feelings.

Love is in the air, but tragedy lies ahead and Hogwarts may never be the same again.

*The images were provided by Warner Bros. Philippines.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince movie will be showing nationwide on July 16th, by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

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