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Pangasinan 'rare disease sufferers,' other patients in PH to benefit on new health law

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines -  Two years ago, the alleged 'mysterious disease' in Pangasinan province went viral online. Authorities then clarified that patients are suffering from <a rel='nofollow' href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2014/02/doh-claims-flesh-eating-skin-disease-in-pangasinan-a-hoax.html">rare diseases leprosy and severe case of psoriasis</a> to dispute original report from ABS-CBN.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyCPEQ_XbK3p_gaoPDa930uwfaLGzJb4WbD-wOQG5Gx7wFHPn0J-UmKNJphuHZZDDAEUqQBrOg0jaCCGnaJ9RpMV-cvr0aByIUwlEwkGEUjmghlPXG-m_l1ghuCZ6f_Vl-f7t8guq-2FbD/s1600/pangasinan-rare-disease-sufferers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pangasinan 'rare disease sufferers,' other patients in PH to benefit on new health law" border="0" height="270" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyCPEQ_XbK3p_gaoPDa930uwfaLGzJb4WbD-wOQG5Gx7wFHPn0J-UmKNJphuHZZDDAEUqQBrOg0jaCCGnaJ9RpMV-cvr0aByIUwlEwkGEUjmghlPXG-m_l1ghuCZ6f_Vl-f7t8guq-2FbD/s640/pangasinan-rare-disease-sufferers.jpg" title="Pangasinan 'rare disease sufferers,' other patients in PH to benefit on new health law" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />Reporter Jasmin Romero described the two patients from Santa Barbara and Villasis as having “decaying” (naaagnas) skin due to a <a rel='nofollow' href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2014/02/mysterious-disease-in-pangasinan-coincides-with-sadhu-sundar-selvaraj-prophecy-bandila-video.html">“mysterious disease” (misteryosong sakit)</a>.<br /><br />The Department of Health (DOH) local official said that the case is called necrotizing fasciitis, a serious bacterial infection that spreads rapidly and destroys the body’s soft tissue.<br /><br />In 2014, the Dermatological Society North Luzon Chapter said it will help the 2 patients with severe skin disease given their status in l<br /><br />The incident became a wake up call for the government to push for the passage of a bill that will mandate the government to assist persons with rare disease by increasing their access to medical treatment and drugs.<br /><br />On Wednesday, March 9, Teofisto "TG" Guingona III, Senate chairman of the Committee on Health and Demography announced that <a rel='nofollow' href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2014/02/senator-pia-cayetano-backs-medical-care-for-persons-with-rare-disease.html">Sen. Pia Cayetano's the health bill</a>, which mandates PhilHealth to cover the treatment of rare diseases, has finally been signed into law.<br /><br />Republic Act 10747, otherwise known as the Rare Diseases Act of the Philippines, was signed by Pres. Benigno S. Aquino III early March. The new law seeks to "improve the access of patients diagnosed to have a rare disease, or patient highly suspected of having a rare disease, to comprehensive medical care and to timely health information to help them cope with their condition."<br /><br />Guingona co-sponsored the Rare Diseases Act legislated by Sen. Pia Cayetano, who serves as vice chair of Guingona's health committee. "To patients afflicted with rare diseases, the law ends the days of going through it alone," Guingona said. "It puts into place a permanent and sustainable mechanism by which government could care for the health of everyone with rare or orphan disorders."<br /><br />The Philippine Society of Orphan Disorders informs that, apart from those whose ailment is undetected or kept in secret, rare diseases afflict one out of 20,000 people. Children comprise as much as 75 percent of those with rare diseases.<br /><br />Guingona said that unlike patients with conventional ailments, those afflicted with rare diseases often need treatment and care for the rest of their lives. Accordingly, RA 10747stipulates that those suffering from a rare disease will be considered as Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and shall enjoy the same benefits mandated by RA 7277, as amended, or the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons.<br /><br />In addition, the new law mandates that orphan drugs and products for the sole use of patients with rare diseases, as certified by the FDA will be exempted from all taxes and customs duties.<br /><br />"I thank the President and Sen. Pia Cayetano for giving the sick a fighting chance and once again demonstrating the administration's policy of inclusivity," said Guingona.</div>

Pangasinan 'rare disease sufferers,' other patients in PH to benefit on new health law

MANILA, Philippines - Two years ago, the alleged 'mysterious disease' in Pangasinan province went viral online. Authorities then cl...

Grace Poe wants gov't hospitals to pay nursing interns

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - To encourage more nursing students to consider a career in public health, leading presidential candidate Sen. Grace Poe wants government hospitals to pay nursing interns for their work and, whenever possible, to hire them when they graduate.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaxrd1WuppgWm3EHdAFJQpZJNkECJKjr6mnIRQqxtJhmrOPQ3e6mAZlbxUsK8muOt0OdAV9Ruv2N-RWhZ9BE5d4C6QXZKgm2eOCXbThCcsTpIwpSr0B7m9r_KMptBqvlwwe9iHGM3mtZpb/s1600/pinoy-nurses-intern.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Pinoy nurses on duty" border="0" height="334" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaxrd1WuppgWm3EHdAFJQpZJNkECJKjr6mnIRQqxtJhmrOPQ3e6mAZlbxUsK8muOt0OdAV9Ruv2N-RWhZ9BE5d4C6QXZKgm2eOCXbThCcsTpIwpSr0B7m9r_KMptBqvlwwe9iHGM3mtZpb/s640/pinoy-nurses-intern.jpg" title="Pinoy nurses on duty" width="560" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pinoy nurses on duty. Photo Credit: LiveInThePhilippines.com</td></tr></tbody></table>Speaking at the Samar State University in Catbalogan City on Thursday, Poe said nursing students who choose to do their internship in public health facilities should be compensated according to the work they do.<br /><br />"Ang masakit sa mga nursing students na nag-iinternship, kayo na ang nag-iinternship kayo pa minsan ang nagbabayad ng mga kailangan ninyo para sa internship. Dapat naman siguro kayo naman ang bayaran ng allowances for your internship programs. Kasi kahit na ba estudyante lang, hindi naman nila-lang ang tulong ninyo sa ospital," she said in response to a student's question on the plight of unemployed nurses.<br /><br />Private health institutions are known to collect fees from their internship applicants as students compete for slots in big-name hospitals and employment possibilities abroad. Even government institutions used to have a professional volunteer nurse program, where nursing graduates pay a fee so they can gain experience working in tertiary hospitals.<br /><br />The senator, who had proposed legislation requiring government offices to compensate and train its interns, said government hospitals should reserve specific slots for nursing students.<br /><br />"Para sa akin ang government hospital dapat mandated mag-hire mga intern na nurse at bigyan (sila) ng sweldo. At least magbigay sila ng cut-off, halimbawa five percent of the workforce will be students," Poe said.<br /><br />There are 5,294 government nurses as of 2011, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority. This means there is only one government nurse for every 18,000 Filipinos, a long way from the ideal ratio of 23 nurses per 10,000 population.<br /><br />Last year, Poe filed Senate Bill No. 2946, which seeks to institutionalize the Government Internship Program (GIP) and set aside P100 million for the compensation and training of all government interns.<br /><br />Under Poe's proposal, all government interns who are able to fulfill their duties shall receive 70 percent of the Step 1, Salary Grade 1 under the Salary Standardization Law. This is equivalent to a monthly pay of P6,750, to be given every 12th and 27th of the month.<br /><br />"Kayo ay nagpupuyat rin, kayo ay nagbibihis sa mga pasyente, kayo ang nagbibigay ng gamot, kayo ang umaalalay sa kanila tapos kayo pa ang magbabayad ng mga libro at mga uniform ninyo para pumunta doon? Ano ba naman 'yung bigyan kayo ng allowance para doon?" Poe said.<br /><br />The leading presidential candidate vowed to push for the strict implementation of the Magna Carta for Health Workers, which provides hazard and subsistence allowances for government health workers.<br /><br />She said she also supports increasing the minimum salary of nurses to P25,000 monthly. An entry-level government nurse is paid P19,000 monthly, which is higher than the P13,000 remuneration of nurses in private hospitals.<br /><br />"Kailangan pataasin. Kailangan magkaroon ng hazard pay ang mga nurses natin. Kasi katulad nyan, nagpunta kami sa inyong ospital dito, andaming overworked, underpaid. Merong nahawahan ng meningococcemia na isang health worker. Kailangan talaga meron silang additional pay," Poe said.</div>

Grace Poe wants gov't hospitals to pay nursing interns

MANILA, Philippines - To encourage more nursing students to consider a career in public health, leading presidential candidate Sen. Grace Po...

Kapamilya star John Prats to leave ABS-CBN to be a Kapuso?

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Rumors circulate online on the alleged transfer to GMA-7 of Kapamilya actor-host John Prats, who started his career as child star in 1992 on ABS-CBN.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI-1q3KWhJwHLcNac-X8-8jaPwpI43wV4mkRUUSeBMECO-fnGTbANE01owTrTT9eWZv4ZzkmBPjBwe71G6wfRK3dbTWbOwxHFTubg_JjrzI5KGTRs182jPW0VSqp09MErhtB-XvzZf5-4r/s1600/john-prats-kapuso.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="John Prats and Isabel Oli on Banana Sundae." border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI-1q3KWhJwHLcNac-X8-8jaPwpI43wV4mkRUUSeBMECO-fnGTbANE01owTrTT9eWZv4ZzkmBPjBwe71G6wfRK3dbTWbOwxHFTubg_JjrzI5KGTRs182jPW0VSqp09MErhtB-XvzZf5-4r/s640/john-prats-kapuso.JPG" title="John Prats and Isabel Oli on Banana Sundae." width="560" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">John Prats and Isabel Oli on Banana Sundae. Photo Credit: Instagram/iamjohnprats</td></tr></tbody></table>On Twitter, former Kapamilya writer and now Creative Consultant of GMA Network, Jake Tordesillas, expressed excitement as the new member of the Kapuso Network will soon to start his/her job. <br /><br /><center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><div dir="ltr" lang="tl">Malapit nang magsimula ang bagong Kapuso star who used to be a Kapamilya. Excited na kami to welcome our newest member</div>— jake Tordesillas (@jaketor) <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/jaketor/status/707621096737140737">March 9, 2016</a></blockquote><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></center><br />Tordesillas also hinted that this Kapamilya star will transfer to "follow look at the rainbow for a happy heart."<br /><br /><center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><div dir="ltr" lang="en">next clue... After @TontonGuiterrez, this star is the next Kapamilya to follow look at the rainbow for a happy heart...yan dami nang clues</div>— jake Tordesillas (@jaketor) <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/jaketor/status/706897688818679809">March 7, 2016</a></blockquote><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></center><br />Though the name of the star was not mentioned, but, some netizens guessed Tordesillas is referring to John Prats, who currently appears on various ABS-CBN programs 'Banana Sundae' and 'ASAP.'<br /><br />Prats was paired with Heart Evangelista on different shows and movies such as G-Mik Trip, Ang Tanging Ina, My First Romance and Berks in 2000-2003. During the success of their loveteam, they won the (Most Popular Loveteams of RP movies) from 33rd Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation.<br /><br /><center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><div dir="ltr" lang="tl">lilipat na pala si john prats ng gma? baka ibalik loveteam nila ni heart doon</div>— Kams (@suncollapse24) <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/suncollapse24/status/708657819600326656">March 12, 2016</a></blockquote><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></center><br /><center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><div dir="ltr" lang="tl">John Prats lilipat na sa kabilang station? Kung totoo man yun, good luck sa career mo. <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DolceAmorePuSo?src=hash">#DolceAmorePuSo</a></div>— KapamilyaAKO (@ABSCBN4ver) <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/ABSCBN4ver/status/708272162105221121">March 11, 2016</a></blockquote></center><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4XQTASs-BpYI5XkQZffwtPp1BIMGshoN2cNuXOFBOiclCsbCnNc5keOQQrm6TtfzdvKmMOYGaQF0_HV3aZZT67XUgg1GlvJR7waTpxbI1ktJFpGBb1cfIIXQGR8UwxX0Gsy7RcE75S-xu/s1600/john-prats-ig-post.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="John Prats Instagram post" border="0" height="246" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4XQTASs-BpYI5XkQZffwtPp1BIMGshoN2cNuXOFBOiclCsbCnNc5keOQQrm6TtfzdvKmMOYGaQF0_HV3aZZT67XUgg1GlvJR7waTpxbI1ktJFpGBb1cfIIXQGR8UwxX0Gsy7RcE75S-xu/s640/john-prats-ig-post.JPG" title="John Prats Instagram post" width="560" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Netizens expressed dismay on the alleged transfer of John Prats to Kapuso Network. <br />Screengrab from <span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Instagram/iamjohnprats</span></td></tr></tbody></table>In late 2014, John was reported to have plan of moving to the Kapuso network but eventually his camp denied the rumors. Talent manager Arnold Vegafria of ALV Management is handling his career.<br /><br /><b>John Prats, Isabel Oli excited for their first baby</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR4Fc2LjsTX92h59S0x67yRDkBkTf03_gldAK2K8erD7PApWzKz52u5tlnnz_mj7zzsYzBOCZ_l2lKjXt3S3portxY0d_LGJwO-vZJa64-ejyfL4QsD9gEhSlM8B9Xekj_dx6tt-BLH6Ms/s1600/john-prats-isabelle-oli.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="John Prats, Isabel Oli excited for their first baby" border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR4Fc2LjsTX92h59S0x67yRDkBkTf03_gldAK2K8erD7PApWzKz52u5tlnnz_mj7zzsYzBOCZ_l2lKjXt3S3portxY0d_LGJwO-vZJa64-ejyfL4QsD9gEhSlM8B9Xekj_dx6tt-BLH6Ms/s640/john-prats-isabelle-oli.JPG" title="John Prats, Isabel Oli excited for their first baby" width="505" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo Credit: <span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Instagram/iamjohnprats</span></td></tr></tbody></table>John and Isabel can't wait for the arrival next month of their first baby whom they have decided to name 'Lily Feather' or 'Life'. <br /><br />Speaking to the press, the couple revealed that they chose that name due to the frustration to have a very unique name for the new member of their family.<br /><br />“Frustration naming dalawa to have a very unique name na pag tinawag feather siya. So yun talaga yung main reason, para rin light, soft…,” John said.<br /><br />Do you think the rumors about John Prats leaving ABS-CBN to be a Kapuso is true?</div>

Kapamilya star John Prats to leave ABS-CBN to be a Kapuso?

MANILA, Philippines - Rumors circulate online on the alleged transfer to GMA-7 of Kapamilya actor-host John Prats, who started his career as...

OPPO launches Super-Fast 15-Minute Flash Charge at MWC

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines -  Global smartphone brand OPPO has presensented another round of exciting advancements in smartphone user experience when it launched the breakthrough SmartSensor image stabilization and the Super VOOC Flash Charge technology at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona last February.<br /><br />"With our commitment to providing consumers with the best technology, OPPO invests great effort in technological innovation." said Mr. Sky Li, Vice President of OPPO and Managing Director of International Mobile Business. “We are excited to share these breakthrough innovations to the world at the MWC 2016 - they're the results of our active listening to what our customers want through their feedback, as we aim to create more delightful mobile experiences for them in the future."<br /><br /><b>Super VOOC Flash Charge: Giving a full charge in 15 minutes</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwhalSoOMrBlAbnoOO-6xPdTrAG2bRSb5vJ7pj6RALw4zWntQFZQX_vAtig2ZanjB5GZ23-DhtOklT27x5UJXcELVCwpCszt61ooFG2oiybyzcjMP8upd6XOwq4WvD6AVEFqQCcsx4AHh_/s1600/oppo-super-vooc.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Super VOOC Flash Charge: Giving a full charge in 15 minutes" border="0" height="386" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwhalSoOMrBlAbnoOO-6xPdTrAG2bRSb5vJ7pj6RALw4zWntQFZQX_vAtig2ZanjB5GZ23-DhtOklT27x5UJXcELVCwpCszt61ooFG2oiybyzcjMP8upd6XOwq4WvD6AVEFqQCcsx4AHh_/s640/oppo-super-vooc.jpg" title="Super VOOC Flash Charge: Giving a full charge in 15 minutes" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />Slow charging times and underwhelming battery life is a consistent problem for smartphone users. To address this problem, OPPO is proud to present the Super VOOC Flash Charge technology.<br /><br />The Super VOOC Flash Charge improves on the original VOOC Flash Charge introduced by OPPO in 2014 and which is now being used by 18 million consumers worldwide. Original VOOC Flash Charge revolutionized charging by giving users 2 hours of talk after just 5 minutes of charging. Super VOOC takes it to the next level, offering a full 10 hours of talk time with only five minutes of charging, and filling a 2500mAh battery in only 15 minutes, a never-before-seen speed. <br /><br />The Super VOOC Flash Charge uses a 5V low-voltage pulse-charge algorithm, ensuring a low-temperature charge that’s safe for the battery and dynamically regulating the current to charge the phone in the shortest time possible. The all-new algorithm pairs with a customized super battery, as well as a new adapter, cable and connector made using premium, military-grade materials. Super VOOC Flash Charge supports Micro USB or type-C interfaces, in line with the global standard.<br /><br />Super VOOC Flash Charge’s safe, low-temperature charging algorithm makes it perfect for using the phone while it’s charging, such as watching an HD video, or playing a game, a functionality which other quick charge technologies don’t support.<br /><br /><b>SmartSensor Image Stabilization: The first ever sensor-based, pixel-level optical image stabilizer</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil98Hig5iEJJGC_p8-jJoW-IdEk2c8n4Rm7Bjdp-_OAluOEUNWI5Ah6GzIs_lqvlf73wjAWSIR7v3XhRhaCbLTINbUVsgAvzR5Q6ATx9PIq271c70z2tuFtfbNTL3lwDGZNnxjpA5VP_zb/s1600/image-stabilization-sensor-oppo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="SmartSensor Image Stabilization" border="0" height="380" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil98Hig5iEJJGC_p8-jJoW-IdEk2c8n4Rm7Bjdp-_OAluOEUNWI5Ah6GzIs_lqvlf73wjAWSIR7v3XhRhaCbLTINbUVsgAvzR5Q6ATx9PIq271c70z2tuFtfbNTL3lwDGZNnxjpA5VP_zb/s640/image-stabilization-sensor-oppo.jpg" title="SmartSensor Image Stabilization" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />Smartphones are taking over as personal cameras, making mobile photography performance a critical factor for smartphone buyers. Continuing its commitment to breakthroughs in the smartphone camera revolution and to give users the ability to “take great photos anytime and anywhere”, OPPO decided several years ago to tackle the universally recognized issue of image stabilization.<br /><br />Optical image stabilization technologies come in two types, lens-based and sensor-based, but due to the size limitations of smartphones, all previous solutions across the industry were lens-based. Relying on a groundbreaking MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical system), OPPO’s SmartSensor is the first-ever sensor-based solution for smartphones, as well as the smallest optical image stabilizer of any kind in the world! <br /><br />Moreover, SmartSensor improves on other solutions with a key advantage. Existing lens-based stabilizers can only correct for vibrations on two axes of motions, the pitch axis and yaw axis, even though the most common type of unwanted shaking during photography actually takes place on the roll axis. SmartSensor solves this problem, allowing for image stabilization on three axes, pitch, yaw and the all-important roll. Making split-second adjustments with its comb-shaped monocrystalline silicon MEMS, SmartSensor achieves full three-axis image stabilization in a mere 15 milliseconds.  <br /><br />At the same time, SmartSensor uses a voltage-driven sensor, reducing power consumption to as low as 10 milliwatts, 50 times less than the power consumption of lens-based solutions. <br /><br />Lens-based systems, with their increased power consumption, can quickly heat up the module, affecting image quality, especially during extended photo shoots. But the low power consumption of the fine-tuned MEMS keeps temperatures low and preserves image quality even in long shooting sessions. <br /><br />Meanwhile, whereas lens-based image stabilizers generally have a precision of between 3 and 5μm, SmartSensor remains precise to a vibration of just 0.3μm. The size of a pixel is usually larger than 1μm, meaning that SmartSensor is the world’s first pixel-level image stabilize.<br /><br />With SmartSensor, OPPO smartphones become like pocket-sized SLR cameras, able to capture life’s beautiful moments in breathtaking detail. Even when lighting conditions aren’t ideal, such as at a party or concert, SmartSensor ensures clear and bright images by allowing a longer exposure time.<br /><br />At the MWC 2016, OPPO also announced a growing emphasis on its “Camera Phone” strategy.  Under the new strategy, OPPO plans to strengthen a well-deserved association between OPPO and great photography. Through continued refinement of its photography platform as well as new innovations like SmartSensor, OPPO aims to bring users technology that will allow them to better record their lives and share their experiences, so they can capture every moment as it really is: sharp, vivid and bright.</div>

OPPO launches Super-Fast 15-Minute Flash Charge at MWC

MANILA, Philippines - Global smartphone brand OPPO has presensented another round of exciting advancements in smartphone user experience wh...

Samsung Gear VR now available in PH, priced at P4,990

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Today’s most anticipated virtual reality gadget, the Samsung Gear VR, is NOW available in the country.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYHScHeZ9bnAWy_9kjndr2Rxcl6-FokjGvnaEq1glu1Zqq0afoNC5JtdnTnVX1UPAKdRSdqugwQCThzAnGgmS4tZvdB3p2xZUQBu7DOi2ftyzqr57_KlAPBL5DXUzClnWP4cSwzlf1b-sI/s1600/samsung-gear-vr.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Samsung Gear VR now available in PH, priced at P4,990" border="0" height="292" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYHScHeZ9bnAWy_9kjndr2Rxcl6-FokjGvnaEq1glu1Zqq0afoNC5JtdnTnVX1UPAKdRSdqugwQCThzAnGgmS4tZvdB3p2xZUQBu7DOi2ftyzqr57_KlAPBL5DXUzClnWP4cSwzlf1b-sI/s640/samsung-gear-vr.jpg" title="Samsung Gear VR now available in PH, priced at P4,990" width="560" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption">Samsung Galaxy Gear VR is fully compatible with S7 edge &S7, S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+ and Note5</td></tr></tbody></table>Samsung Electronics, is blazing a new trail by creating the first consumerized virtual reality headset that will transport you to another world. True to its tradition of innovation, Samsung is the first technology company to make virtual reality more powerful and more accessible to consumers globally with its game-changing Samsung Gear VR. <br /><br />Now available in Samsung Experience Stores, the Samsung Gear VR adds a new dimension to your entertainment experience bringing to life 360 photos, 2D and 3D videos and games. Fully compatible with the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge & S7, S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+ and Note5, the powerful Galaxy smartphones work together with the Gear VR to provide a truly immersive virtual reality experience. <br /><br />Lightweight, comfortable, and easy to wear, you can take it with you anywhere you want to go. It is packed with a wide array of exciting content, bringing you out-of-this-world experiences, next level cinema, and the ultimate gaming experience. You can step inside the scenes of your favorite movie and walk alongside your hero from the wide array of VR-compatible movies on Netflix®.  Moreover, it offers 175 apps and over 30,000 content that you can download from the Oculus® store or access through the Samsung Internet app. With the Gear VR, you will never run out of content to match your mood and sense of adventure.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiilEz-Sbea3uYXtUQOihJiyPEEBHIwpdCSkoH2KP0p2D_tOrxg5pwr9svCtKRrV-_OyNJYm7ROi_YqZLIOQWLC6TeNF9Kdko5Q5UNl_tEp2zBEtYbVdRoJK6xuo36Q4b37iLPhmhQG3aAT/s1600/gear-vr-samsung.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Gear VR" border="0" height="416" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiilEz-Sbea3uYXtUQOihJiyPEEBHIwpdCSkoH2KP0p2D_tOrxg5pwr9svCtKRrV-_OyNJYm7ROi_YqZLIOQWLC6TeNF9Kdko5Q5UNl_tEp2zBEtYbVdRoJK6xuo36Q4b37iLPhmhQG3aAT/s640/gear-vr-samsung.jpg" title="Gear VR" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />To let users discover a truly immersive experience, Samsung is offering the Gear VR for free to those who pre-order the industry-leading Samsung Galaxy S7 edge or S7 from March 4-16, 2016. This exciting package comes with more gifts such as a one-year insurance against accidental damage and theft, and a free Micro USB connector. The Gear VR works seamlessly together with the next-level Galaxy S7 line, which comes with ultra-powerful features to provide a viewing experience like no other smartphone can.<br /><br />Even better, this offer may be availed of using a zero percent installment plan for as long as 24 months (for Citibank and BDO credit cardholders), or 12 months (for cardholders of other banks).<br /><br />Virtual Reality just got real with the Samsung Gear VR, now available for only P4,990 at Samsung Experience stores and authorized dealers nationwide.</div>

Samsung Gear VR now available in PH, priced at P4,990

MANILA, Philippines - Today’s most anticipated virtual reality gadget, the Samsung Gear VR, is NOW available in the country. Samsung Galaxy ...

VIDEO: BatSU student creates optical illusions on PGT

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Flow Artist from Lemery, Batangas has created optical illusions on Pilipinas Got Talent (PGT) Season 5 auditions on Saturday, March 12, 2016.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifC3rLb0W0E7zkQN3cFTC-t3RVvAt9PpXt38Z_7qEDfVMR4ekGrup8NcgOVy8zw_xvPEmAuVq7WBjhMydZQGIeCtPxcBNSR_pgXEceyqVNmyhvQB8TEpBu5jUF7roAPqMlvX4VOkngZy_8/s1600/raymond-carpino-pgt.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="BatSU student creates optical illusions on Pilipinas Got Talent" border="0" height="460" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifC3rLb0W0E7zkQN3cFTC-t3RVvAt9PpXt38Z_7qEDfVMR4ekGrup8NcgOVy8zw_xvPEmAuVq7WBjhMydZQGIeCtPxcBNSR_pgXEceyqVNmyhvQB8TEpBu5jUF7roAPqMlvX4VOkngZy_8/s640/raymond-carpino-pgt.JPG" title="BatSU student creates optical illusions on Pilipinas Got Talent" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />The 20-year old Education student of Batangas State University (BatSU) Raymond Capino impressed the judges composed of comedian Vice Ganda, actress Angel Locsin, actor Robin Padilla and ABS-CBN board member Freddie M. Garcia.<br /><br />As a flow artist, the goal is to achieve a meditative mental state called "flow" rather than just entertain. Capino showed his art with hula-hoop props  with Jessie J' s 'Flashlight' in the background.<br /><br /><b>WATCH: Pilipinas Got Talent Season 5 Auditions: Raymond Capino - Flow Artist (<a rel='nofollow' href="http://entertainment2.abs-cbn.com/tv/shows/pilipinasgottalent/videos/2016/03/12/1731216-pilipinas-got-talent-season-5-auditions-raymond-capino-flow-artist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">video courtesy of ABS-CBN</a>)</b><br /><br />"Para akong batang paslit na hiyaw ng hiyaw sa ginawa mo." Vice Ganda commented.<br /><br />"Salamat dahil dinala mo kami sa ibang mundo," Angel said.<br /><br />"Your presentation is visually exciting," FMG added.<br /><br />Netizens also praised Capino on his performance.<br /><br /><center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><div dir="ltr" lang="tl">Nagkaron ng 'amats' in other word nagkaron ng tama parang pag nalasing tinamaan ka. Pero si Raymond tama, magaling <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PGT5Bongga?src=hash">#PGT5Bongga</a></div>— johnreyxandrade (@johnreyandrade) <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/johnreyandrade/status/708628897588338688">March 12, 2016</a></blockquote><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></center><br /><center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><div dir="ltr" lang="en">Nice illusion act ...woo hoo grabe interesting <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PGT5Bongga?src=hash">#PGT5Bongga</a></div>— JeAllibuH (@JIMBOkunchan) <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/JIMBOkunchan/status/708628699151597570">March 12, 2016</a></blockquote><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></center><br /><center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><div dir="ltr" lang="en">Galeng! One word Raymond. 👏 <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/proudBorbonian?src=hash">#proudBorbonian</a> <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ProudBatangueno?src=hash">#ProudBatangueno</a> <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PGT5Bongga?src=hash">#PGT5Bongga</a></div>— Klrstnr (@lalistingting) <a rel='nofollow' href="https://twitter.com/lalistingting/status/708628643577114624">March 12, 2016</a></blockquote><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></center><br />Did you like Raymond Capino's performance on PGT? Express your thoughts in the comment section below.</div>

VIDEO: BatSU student creates optical illusions on PGT

MANILA, Philippines - Flow Artist from Lemery, Batangas has created optical illusions on Pilipinas Got Talent (PGT) Season 5 auditions on Sa...

VIDEO: Crossover Family from Davao City wows in PGT

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Hiphop dance group "Crossover Family' wowed judges and viewers of Pilipinas Got Talent (PGT) Season 5 in the audition episode on Saturday, March 12, 2016.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiggDF2JpTnCX62uGThRL_GjRMrBrOF0i9fz9PsV7Nt_EYlxPLpkghF6WZgBYlpCRdCuXwq_9rmyrCenIND24kqgTG2cmRfFXrEW_aW-ni6ocYTsckhZcZqDVb9Oengc-nUwwTbX7HCAq1y/s1600/crossover-family-davao-city.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Crossover Family from Davao City wows in PGT" border="0" height="276" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiggDF2JpTnCX62uGThRL_GjRMrBrOF0i9fz9PsV7Nt_EYlxPLpkghF6WZgBYlpCRdCuXwq_9rmyrCenIND24kqgTG2cmRfFXrEW_aW-ni6ocYTsckhZcZqDVb9Oengc-nUwwTbX7HCAq1y/s640/crossover-family-davao-city.JPG" title="Crossover Family from Davao City wows in PGT" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />The 'Crossover Family' from Davao City got 4 yeses from the judges composed of comedian Vice Ganda, actress Angel Locsin, actor Robin Padilla and ABS-CBN board member Freddie M. Garcia.<br /><br />"Sa dami kasi sumasali dito ng magagaling pero ang lupit 'nyo'" Angel commented.<br /><br />"Yan ang gusto kong performance. Maganda ang choreography," Vice Ganda said. He even offered to hug the crying member of the team as he is celebrating his birthday. To their delight, 'Crossover Family' then hugged the host comedian. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNKAEGZACfLkptkBf7zvwwIEaJJM0jOTtYtIqqDDoVTT76rLZo-8eBu4Lx-i-FEwfYpMQXbw2JKOqOIlV-rvkbHa3twLYWV6K_FTkMkyrKQl-3blRZ4dnvZy_Zl2AfuA1-Tc0mC-D1Bd0-/s1600/vice-ganda-hug-crossover-family.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Crossover Family hugs Vice Ganda" border="0" height="474" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNKAEGZACfLkptkBf7zvwwIEaJJM0jOTtYtIqqDDoVTT76rLZo-8eBu4Lx-i-FEwfYpMQXbw2JKOqOIlV-rvkbHa3twLYWV6K_FTkMkyrKQl-3blRZ4dnvZy_Zl2AfuA1-Tc0mC-D1Bd0-/s640/vice-ganda-hug-crossover-family.JPG" title="Crossover Family hugs Vice Ganda" width="560" /></a></div><br />"48 people dancing at the same time. Ang galing," FMG said.<br /><br /><b>WATCH: Pilipinas Got Talent Season 5 Auditions: Crossover Family - Hip Hop Dance Group</b><br /><br /><i>Updating for the video...</i><br /><br />The pride of Davao City has competed in the various competitions including Dance Supremacy (grand finalist), Hip Hop and Team Ballroom Competition (champion) and Philippine Hip Hop Dance Championship before joining PGT.<br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fctPHMO0n2s" width="560"></iframe></center><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rI1IwJOpHzI" width="560"></iframe></center><br />Did you like Crossover Family's performance? Express your thoughts in the comment section below.</div>

VIDEO: Crossover Family from Davao City wows in PGT

MANILA, Philippines - Hiphop dance group "Crossover Family' wowed judges and viewers of Pilipinas Got Talent (PGT) Season 5 in the ...

VIRAL: Young girl threatens to smash car window after driver refused to give alms

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines- A netizen shared her disturbing experience which happened at the Katipunan and CP Garcia intersection in front of UP Town Center.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJt7KtxrXxB_UJnCis_Gjmkwf6tdrSHEdAcBHRhqlAqaI7OKr-XJq5PHqHKL0hA44XHWx7irOvFxnjLyrIBak3dvGlLK8BmD1lY7kpzccQnrCGHbrZXMAriWv8hrToz4OpSOuK5YrqI8NI/s1600/girl-with-rock-katipunan.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJt7KtxrXxB_UJnCis_Gjmkwf6tdrSHEdAcBHRhqlAqaI7OKr-XJq5PHqHKL0hA44XHWx7irOvFxnjLyrIBak3dvGlLK8BmD1lY7kpzccQnrCGHbrZXMAriWv8hrToz4OpSOuK5YrqI8NI/s640/girl-with-rock-katipunan.jpg" width="560" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Young girl at Katipunan threatens drivers to get alms. Photo Credit: <a rel='nofollow' href="https://www.facebook.com/james.deakin/photos/a.582625488492067.1073741828.582256978528918/968341059920506/?type=3&theater" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">James Deakin</a></td></tr></tbody></table>According to netizen identified as Mary, a girl went to the side of her car and mumbled something she couldn’t decipher. Mary simply ignored the girl but the latter’s voice grew louder and began pounding on her car window with a rock. Mary soon realized that the girl was trying to tell her that if she doesn’t give her money, she’ll break her car window using the rock.<br /><br />Mary signaled her to move away but the girl kept pounding on her window using the rock. Although she was tempted to spray pepper spray on the girl’s face, Mary hesitated realizing that her attacker is just a little girl.<br /><br />The young girl soon moved to her next target and did the same modus operandi. This gave Mary the chance to capture the girl’s photo.<br /><br />When Mary was about to leave, the girl stood in front of her car and aimed the rock at her vehicle.<br /><br />“I am shocked and appalled at what this girl is capable of. Threatening to get money? Who taught her to do that? A few more years and who knows what she’ll be capable to do. Sad,” Mary wrote in her post.<br /><br />Read: The netizen’s complete account of the disturbing story.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a rel='nofollow' href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9k86SjVkv-8ctk94bjv7SL1uS3YVjU_tIZEoJgvwpDBibpIkPbSXF-ixZgpk0E7luNLYKGR0KFVJZSxeAin-zIH31P_NzHI9L-HYz4MgvhQH4veGKtE2AfTNugHImc-u-6r1gfyV9ncLF/s1600/girl-rock-katipunan.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="girl at katipunan, UP Town Center smash car" border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9k86SjVkv-8ctk94bjv7SL1uS3YVjU_tIZEoJgvwpDBibpIkPbSXF-ixZgpk0E7luNLYKGR0KFVJZSxeAin-zIH31P_NzHI9L-HYz4MgvhQH4veGKtE2AfTNugHImc-u-6r1gfyV9ncLF/s640/girl-rock-katipunan.jpg" title="girl at katipunan, UP Town Center smash car" width="371" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption">PHOTO CREDIT: Pinoy Secret Files</td></tr></tbody></table>In 2011, Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero, chairman of the Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights at that time, proposed to lower the minimum age of criminal responsibility to age 9 as stipulated under P.D. 603 or the Child and Youth Welfare Code of 1974. According to Escudero, R.A. 9344 which states that 15 is the minimum of age of criminality responsibility has resulted in more crimes being carried out.<br /><br />Escudero pointed out that criminal syndicates take advantage of juveniles to carry out their illegal operations. Some even serve as crime agents or drug couriers since they can go scot-free under the law.<b> -Mini/The Summit Express</b></div>

VIRAL: Young girl threatens to smash car window after driver refused to give alms

MANILA, Philippines- A netizen shared her disturbing experience which happened at the Katipunan and CP Garcia intersection in front of UP To...