WATCH: Pinoy celebrities on YouTube is the new trend

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - If you haven’t seen Kris Aquino’s new house, or don’t know the items she keep in her bags, you’re missing out! Since the Queen of All Media, including Social Media, has invaded YouTube with her channel, The Aquinos, Kris has gotten over 21 million views and close to 150,000 subscribers.<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 href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrIdEPxJ_SIslrxwJc9Jnqn4qfwXayWJDMDRsRYPeXh3MEFvcfyLBgJOceQOFgXu9KsGRAedbT_gjeNPTMbKQnhk6_cb7jfk3fi5JEetnXzHEmC-orI6nSU7Wv2WqRenzvOaE2vc3WEZQE/s1600/kris-aquino-baby-alas-judy-anne-team-kramer-youtube.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Bimby with mom Kris Aquino, Judy Ann Santos, Doug Kramer and Cheska Garcia (Team Kramer)" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="369" data-original-width="763" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrIdEPxJ_SIslrxwJc9Jnqn4qfwXayWJDMDRsRYPeXh3MEFvcfyLBgJOceQOFgXu9KsGRAedbT_gjeNPTMbKQnhk6_cb7jfk3fi5JEetnXzHEmC-orI6nSU7Wv2WqRenzvOaE2vc3WEZQE/s1600/kris-aquino-baby-alas-judy-anne-team-kramer-youtube.jpg" title="Bimby with mom Kris Aquino, Judy Ann Santos, Doug Kramer and Cheska Garcia (Team Kramer)" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">L-R: Bimby with mom Kris Aquino, Judy Ann Santos, Doug Kramer and Cheska Garcia (Team Kramer) | Screenshots from YouTube</td></tr></tbody></table><br />And it’s not just Kris who’s catching up on how YouTube actually helps celebrities reach out to fans in a more personal way. Celebrities on YouTube are becoming a new trend, to the fans’ delight.<br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5001W8mW84w" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />Jolina Magdangal started her YouTube channel, Jolina Network, on her birthday last November, and also announced that baby number two is coming.<br /><div id="unruly-unit"></div><br />Dr. Vicki Belo and Hayden Kho’s full wedding video has received over 100,000 views on Vicki Belo’s channel.<br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/dZImjbYU_4E" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />Judy Ann Santos has taken on a new but very personal role with YouTube’s help -- a foodie sharing her culinary skills. In her most-watched video over Judy Ann’s Kitchen, Juday shows how to prepare red velvet ala mode with homemade ice cream and dulce de leche.<br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Aiv6z9F8osA?list=PL0HyGjCLFsLcoPbJEsKxTePuhIY0hZkqX" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />Celebrities are also bringing out their inner gurus to YouTube to share a life hack or two. Solenn Heussaff dabbles on sharing tips on make-up, cooking and painting, and shares other fun videos that show a different side of her on her self-titled channel Solenn.ph. <br /><br />Bianca Gonzales-Intal, whose channel is inspired by her book “Paano Ba ‘To?,” presents a treasure chest for people who may need an advice or two. In her most-watched video moving on from a breakup with advice from Angelica Panganiban, Bianca has touched thousands of lives who needed to “move on”. According to Bianca, sharing life hacks brings her closer to people. “I think joining YouTube has helped me reach a different kind of audience,” Bianca said. “It’s a big deal for me that people who don't know me personally are willing to open up about their deepest fears and biggest worries.”<br /><br />Michelle Madrigal’s channel, Michelle, has the former Star Circle Quest finalist sharing workout tips for moms to help them get fit and feel good about themselves even without a gym membership.<br /><br />From tips to everyday glimpse, celebrities are also sharing more and more about themselves without scripts and directors.<br /><br />The Ms. Alex Gonzaga channel catches precious spontaneous moments from Alex’s camera, some of them shared with sister Toni. So spontaneous are they that Alex gets surprised to see clips she didn’t remember taking. Alex considers receiving comments like ‘your videos made my day’ and ‘your videos are my stress reliever, thank you’ as one of the best compliments one can get as a celebrity. “I think with YouTube, people get to know me more and feel closer to me because I share what I do outside my showbiz career,” said Alex.<br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kJeAsJXKIsU" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />Celebrity moms are also making the most out of YouTube. <br /><br />Andi Manzano’s crazy, fun world with baby Olivia enjoys over 50,000 subscribers on YouTube. Kylie Padilla’s baby Alas Joaquin also get an enormous amount of viewership on YouTube, along with one of the original YouTube tots, the Team Kramer kids. Cheska Garcia-Kramer shared that Team Kramer’s channel make them reachable to audiences, including children. “Sometimes, Scarlett, Kendra, and Gavin get surprised when other children would sit on their laps or join in their playtime. With YouTube, we get to interact with viewers every now and then on the comments section, and it makes them feel that they are a stone’s throw away from us.”<br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/30JBgvCwh5Y" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KHsqMY0qA2M?list=PLeJNb0JkdeOKbFcOfUoNEA5By5yVglnEQ" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />And while Scarlet Snow Belo is a superstar on YouTube and other social media platforms, mom Vicki reveals she has other uses for YouTube. “I love how YouTube helps me when I look for information, and of course now that I have Scarlet, most of my searches are her favorite cartoons,” she said.<br /><br />From old timers to recently opened channels, different stars are doing their own thing over YouTube. <br /><br />Michael V’s channel, #BitoyStory, is just over a month old with four videos but already his subscribers are more than 100,000 and his views are over a million.<br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Y47enAczO_8" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />Mikael Daez, Xian Lim, Elissee Joson, Kristel Fulgar all have their own channels too, which they started way ahead of the pack, from 2011 to 2015.<br /><br />More and more celebrities are going on YouTube, and for good reason. YouTube is where they can explore their passion apart from showbiz and share them with a wide range of people, and be closer to their fans in a very real and personal way.<br /><br /><b>— The Summit Express</b></div>

WATCH: Pinoy celebrities on YouTube is the new trend

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WATCH: Top 10 trending YouTube videos in the Philippines for 2017

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Video sharing site YouTube has released the top trending videos in the Philippines for 2017, with local shows and song and dance performances dominating the list.<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 href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYm5GzPVxf0AehOqZLV_kUnfuSh4ilxaHXs8kIoAXEPoH7btfvdXKq-DxrDrFXlH6-SEmO_TDLa7-zPYj9s3NSO0L4vzK4eo3Q_vogQtiTji1WUi97GPAFEAjggAnjvTevyjeK6py0F8B7/s1600/baby-shark-tops-youtube-top-videos-2017.JPG" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Top 10 trending YouTube videos in the Philippines for 2017" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="465" data-original-width="790" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYm5GzPVxf0AehOqZLV_kUnfuSh4ilxaHXs8kIoAXEPoH7btfvdXKq-DxrDrFXlH6-SEmO_TDLa7-zPYj9s3NSO0L4vzK4eo3Q_vogQtiTji1WUi97GPAFEAjggAnjvTevyjeK6py0F8B7/s1600/baby-shark-tops-youtube-top-videos-2017.JPG" title="Top 10 trending YouTube videos in the Philippines for 2017" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">'Baby Shark' Special Thank You performance. Screengrab from PinkFong YouTube video.</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Baby Shark video by Pinkfong, a Korean brand creating content for children, aced the list and won the hearts of netizens this year.<br /><br /><b>Presenting the Philippines’ top 10 trending videos:</b><br /><br /><b>1. Original Baby Shark | Go #BabySharkChallenge | Special Thank You Video | Pinkfong. </b><br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" gesture="media" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/d2S87jXhlV0" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />Pinkfong created and uploaded this video to thank viewers for making the original Baby Shark clip into a YouTube hit. In the thank you video, the kids in the original Baby Shark video danced to a much faster beat of the song accompanied by a large group of people and mascots.<br /><br /><b>2. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qDipx-i-Ww" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ABS-CBN Summer Station ID 2017 "Ikaw Ang Sunshine Ko, Isang Pamilya Tayo" Lyric Video</a></b><br /><br />The Kapamilya Network welcomes the summer every year with a station ID featuring the network’s talents and personalities. For this year’s station ID, ABS-CBN’s younger talents took center stage. Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) housemates, finalists of the talent search Tawag ng Tanghalan, and other teen stars appeared in the video.<br /><div id="unruly-unit"></div><br /><b>3. The Voice Teens Philippines Blind Audition: Mica Becerro - Queen Of The Night (Magic Flute)</b><br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" gesture="media" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hQkRQ6JQZQ8" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />During her blind audition for music competition Voice Teens Philippines, 17-year old Mica Becerro of General Santos City, delivered a stirring and powerful rendition of a piece from the opera The Magic Flute. After showing her exceptional vocal prowess, she got a four-chair turn and enthusiastic cheers from the audience.<br /><br /><b>4. Happy Break Up The Movie (2017 FULL MOVIE w/ English subs)</b><br /><br />Donnalyn Bartolome, creator of this full-length film, describes this video as her debut in YouTube filmmaking. This film, inspired by her single Happy Break Up, explores heartbreak through the eyes of the character Valentine, a role that Donnalyn herself played. The cast of the film also includes Niño Muhlach, Marissa Sanchez, and Ann B. Mateo.<br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" gesture="media" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/v8JLoNQpQGk" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br /><b>5. ED SHEERAN - Shape Of You | Kyle Hanagami Choreography</b><br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" gesture="media" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Kl5B6MBAntI" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />Los Angeles-based choreographer Kyle Hanagami’s dance moves for Ed Sheeran’s single is now the most popular video on his channel. In this video, trios, pairs, and solo acts take their turns dancing out parts of the song.<br /><br /><b>6. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XgMj4pcaYI&list=PLIgZtcxkIUE0jEmj2wrg8VILInLOh9Bri" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dahil Sa'yo | Live Love Party | Zumba® | Dance Fitness</a></b><br /><br />Several videos of Zumba dance group Live Love Party have already reached millions of views including the group’s performance of Iñigo Pascual’s “Dahil Sa’yo.”<br /><br /><b>7. Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho: Sirena sighting sa Calayan Group of Islands, totoo nga ba?</b><br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" gesture="media" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/u334UmX_ogs" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />This episode of the magazine show sparked a debate on whether mermaids are mythical or real. This video documents the Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho team’s visit to the Calayan Group of Islands, where a group of travellers allegedly caught a mermaid on camera. <br /><br /><b>8. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJhv0yMEkYg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rated K: Meet Xander Ford!</a></b><br /><br />The transformation of teenage group Hasht5 member Marlou Arizala into Xander Ford was one of the biggest reveals of the year. Xander first made his appearance on magazine show Rated K after undergoing a series of cosmetic procedures that gave him his new look.<br /><br /><b>9. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9PMm2MYEqI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Doctor Finally Called (The Diagnosis)</a></b><br /><br />In an 11-minute video that included clips of his adventures, former PBB Housemate Wil Dasovich revealed that he has been diagnosed with colon cancer. The confession made headlines after it was uploaded on his channel.<br /><br /><b>10. HIT THAT DESPACITO DANCE (Everytime Despacito Comes On) | Ranz and Niana</b><br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" gesture="media" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9e4NWnCsrl8" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />Niana Guerrero, one-half of the sibling tandem Ranz and Niana, just can’t stop herself from dancing along to Despacito whenever she hears it. This video showcases five instances when Niana stopped what she was doing to dance to the tune of Luis Fonsi and Yankee Daddy’s hit song.<br /><br />Landing on the top spot of the music category is the official video of Bruno Mars’ That’s What I Like followed by Ed Sheeran’s Shape of You. Filipino artists performing OPM hits also made it to the list including KZ Tandingan, Jona, Sue Ramirez, and Moira dela Torre.<br /><br /><b>This year’s top-trending music videos are:</b><br /><br />1. Bruno Mars- That’s What I Like [Official Video].Ed Sheeran - Shape of You [Official Video]<br />2. Ed Sheeran - Shape of You [Official Video]<br />3. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=weeI1G46q0o" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DJ Khaled - I'm the One ft. Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper, Lil Wayne</a><br />4. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJQP7kiw5Fk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luis Fonsi - Despacito ft. Daddy Yankee</a><br />5. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FM7MFYoylVs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Chainsmokers & Coldplay - Something Just Like This (Lyric)</a><br />6. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tmd-ClpJxA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Taylor Swift - Look What You Made Me Do</a><br />7. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30bYxPnOz0Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">KZ Tandingan covers "Two Less Lonely People In The World" (Kita Kita OST) LIVE on Wish 107.5 Bus</a><br />8. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUKpXXfQeYM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jona - Pusong Ligaw (Official Recording Session)</a><br />9. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHxmq53ITSk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sue Ramirez covers "Your Love" (Alamid) LIVE on Wish 107.5 Bus</a><br />10. Moira Dela Torre - Torete "Love You To The Stars And Back" (Official Movie Theme Song)<br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" gesture="media" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PMivT7MJ41M" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" gesture="media" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JGwWNGJdvx8" width="100%"></iframe><br /></div></center><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allow="encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" gesture="media" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/frDKoENGLtw" width="100%"></iframe><br /></div></center><br /><b>— The Summit Express</b></div>

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Content creators gather for second YouTube Pop-up Space Manila

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Video-sharing website YouTube held its second Pop-up Space Manila event from October 19 to 21, 2017 at the Green Sun Hotel in Makati to support creative minds in line with YouTube Spaces' mission: "learn, connect and create."<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 href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMCmP6aYuGdjjUkd4B1Nv9o35ThKYYIL7AYmNtcP01ZKcBThiPgsMsfnodcvCy9fd6FTSUf_mvvFPV5FMTAHvE66pJUsA6Ug4mGKh-DBgc9ZBeuk21Hd8nLcjotMW7rXBReC2ZnGoLDniR/s1600/youtube-Pop-up-space-manila.JPG" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Content creators gather for second YouTube Pop-up Space Manila" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="398" data-original-width="599" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMCmP6aYuGdjjUkd4B1Nv9o35ThKYYIL7AYmNtcP01ZKcBThiPgsMsfnodcvCy9fd6FTSUf_mvvFPV5FMTAHvE66pJUsA6Ug4mGKh-DBgc9ZBeuk21Hd8nLcjotMW7rXBReC2ZnGoLDniR/s1600/youtube-Pop-up-space-manila.JPG" title="Content creators gather for second YouTube Pop-up Space Manila" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">YouTube NextUp Manila winners with the production experts and fast-ring creators at the 2017 #YouTubeSpaceMNL. <span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Photo by: Instagram/karlzarate</span></td></tr></tbody></table>Inside the YouTube Space Manila, creators can use the set and equipment for free, learn about video production and collaborate with other creators. There is a lounge area and multiple meeting rooms for creators to use as well.<br /><br /><blockquote class="tr_bq"><i>"The YouTube Pop-up Space Manila is our latest effort to invest in the development of the Filipino creator community, which has grown over the past year," Moe Inaki, YouTube Space Asia Pacific Senior Strategist said.</i></blockquote><br />The event is a follow up of the successful i<a href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2017/04/first-ever-youtube-pop-up-space-manila-opened.html" rel="nofollow">ntroduction of YouTube Pop-Up Space</a> at Bonifacio Global City Arts Center in April this year.<br /><br />Participants include the winners of the first YouTube NextUp in the Philippines, launched in Manila last July: singers Reneé Dominique and Karl Zarate, who serenaded the attendees of the launch event; Cebuano musician Manolo Martinez (BoogieBoy36); beauty vloggers Raiza Contawi, John Jafael Juane (About Raf), Helen Payawal (HelenOnFleek), Trisha Sanchez, and Mae Layug.<br /><div id="unruly-unit"></div><br />Also included were vlogger Nate Punzalan; sports enthusiast Dionino Ventura (Hype Streetball); doll custom artist Maureen Gabrielle Hermoso (Mozekyto); and educator Jan Angelique Maravilla (Team Lyqa).<br /><br />NextUp winners teamed up with production experts to learn new techniques in camera, lighting, and sound, and receive coaching from the YouTube Partnerships team on how to grow their audience like a pro. They also received advice from previous YouTube NextUp grads and the opportunity to meet and work with other fast-rising creators in the program.<br /><br />YouTube also presented the Gold Play Button awardee, the dancing sensation Niana Guerrero for amassing 2 million subscribers on her YouTube channel.<br /><br />Follow updates about YouTube Pop-up Space at #YTPopupSpaceMNL. Find more creator resources at youtube.com/creators and learn more about YouTube Spaces across the world at youtube.com/space.</div>

Content creators gather for second YouTube Pop-up Space Manila

MANILA, Philippines - Video-sharing website YouTube held its second Pop-up Space Manila event from October 19 to 21, 2017 at the Green Sun H...

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Promising musicians showcase talent in YouTube Jam Night

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Manila, Philippines - Up-and-coming music creators took center stage at the recent MB Life Acoustic Fridays Presents YouTube Jam Night, a jam session by YouTube and MB Life, Manila Bulletin’s lifestyle website for millennials. The session cast the spotlight on YouTube content creators Rappl, Rie Aliasas, The Three of Us, and Andre Thad Raña as they serenaded spectators with foreign and local hits such as Isn’t She Lovely by Stevie Wonder, 241 by Rivermaya, and Malaya by Moira dela Torre at the Manila Bulletin Office in Intramuros, Manila.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNgIz8EkjYh2ZwOrXuOG4U3Pi74Jl05QwOdqT5_yId4PiIAmr-zAAwU9rLzakifb37N38x7cfkljgvsL1SaGb34rYUJBQzp-lRjq-UN69jDaAwvFT0SfFTDUQp8t3ecSKSDHR0zsxTdh4b/s1600/youtubers-perform-manila-bulletin-jam-night.JPG" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Promising musicians showcase talent in YouTube Jam Night" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="856" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNgIz8EkjYh2ZwOrXuOG4U3Pi74Jl05QwOdqT5_yId4PiIAmr-zAAwU9rLzakifb37N38x7cfkljgvsL1SaGb34rYUJBQzp-lRjq-UN69jDaAwvFT0SfFTDUQp8t3ecSKSDHR0zsxTdh4b/s1600/youtubers-perform-manila-bulletin-jam-night.JPG" title="Promising musicians showcase talent in YouTube Jam Night" /></a></div><br />YouTube continues to provide Filipino creators with opportunities to show their talent and expand their audiences. Events like YouTube Jam Night allow Filipino creators to learn from each other and possibly work on future collaborations. It also gives them the chance to interact with subscribers and potential followers. <br /><br />Rose Lopez, known as <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/rappl/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rappl</a>, is a radio host who has been a YouTube creator since 2006. Her YouTube channel includes DIYs, short films, vlogs, covers, and collaborations with other creators. Her video PAASA (T.A.N.G.A.) by Yeng Constantino | COVER with Baninay Bautista has nearly 25,000 views. Aside from being a YouTube creator and a radio host, Rappl is also a voice artist and a videographer.<br /><br />Singer-songwriter <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEb2n8vnmotdrcNNGjyw8BA/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rie Aliasas</a> started her YouTube channel in 2012 when she was 15. Her channel has over 13 million views and includes song covers and original compositions. Her video Tadhana - Up Dharma Down (Cover) has over 1.6 million views. Rie also had a recent collaboration with Rappl for A Little Bit - MYMP - Rie Aliasas ft. Rappl (cover).<br /><div id="unruly-unit"></div><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM9cTXTcdO1K4glgwX_gGPA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andre Thad Raña</a> only became a YouTube creator in 2016 but his channel already gained more than 700,000 views. He uploads acoustic covers, and his video Versace on the floor - Bruno Mars (Andre Thad Raña Cover) has more than 190,000 views. He has also acted on YouTube videos like “Cellphone O Ako?” (Selfie) for ABS-CBN’s Adober Studios. <br /><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxO1F86b3Tek_5_uALVqn2Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Three of Us</a>, a band that includes Adora San Pedro, Thea Panaguiton, and Ivy Hermogenes, uploaded their first YouTube video in 2016. Their channel mostly consists of acoustic covers like Middle (Dj Snake Acoustic Cover), which has over 680,000 views. In December 2016, The Three of Us received the Highest YouTube Channel Growth award from Adober Studios. <br /><br />As the global creator community continues to grow, YouTube continues to celebrate talent and self-expression by giving creators access to new tools and support programs.<br /><br /><center><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-version="7" style="background: #fff; border-radius: 3px; border: 0; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0 , 0 , 0 , 0.5) , 0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0 , 0 , 0 , 0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: 99.375%;"><div style="padding: 8px;"><div style="background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;"><div style="background: url(data:image/png; display: block; height: 44px; margin: 0 auto -44px; position: relative; top: -22px; width: 44px;"></div></div><div style="margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BYeTlx6gLLL/" rel="nofollow" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" target="_blank">It's another Music Jam Night this year! @YouTube content creators Rappl, Rie Aliasas, The Three of Us and Andre Thad Raña took their turn to center stage as they serenaded the audience with local and foreign hit songs ー Isn't She Lovely by Stevie Wonder, 241 by Rivermaya and Malaya by Moira dela Torre. #flashbackfriday #YouTubeJamNight 📍@manilabulletin Life #AcousticFridays last August 25th. 📷@teamasiaph Checkout the link at the bio for more details.</a></div><div style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A post shared by The Summit Express (@mysummitexpress) on <time datetime="2017-08-31T21:38:06+00:00" style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;">Aug 31, 2017 at 2:38pm PDT</time></div></div></blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script></center><br />“Filipino talents on YouTube continue to flourish and we are here to support them in realizing their goals as creators,” said Google Philippines Head of Marketing Gabby Roxas. “These creators have enormous potential. We are excited to see them go to the next level, and we look forward to seeing more Filipinos in the global YouTube creator community.“</div>

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WATCH: Sponge Cola sings sweet Mother's Day "harana”

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Nanay, inay, mama, mom or mommy - whatever it is we call them - we look for them the moment we open our eyes. We find strength and comfort in their arms, we find counsel in their wisdom and we feel their love every single minute. They have the toughest yet most fulfilling job in the world. They make us wonder how 24 hours a day, seven days a week is enough to do what they do and more.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZBmL_1PbZ7YHYKS1iKSK3uLBiL1Jx5yFYK-9gAilTD-Mii3oAqrTX-ey8nC9o9zBeyvM3e70q4HJZy2Kr7AlpOpkVQpSmpivzhtKUk6FW_sup6iFOGd3jkjFoqG_vfnXOM-UXGO2QLNl0/s1600/sponge-cola-makapilingka.JPG" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sponge Cola sings sweet Mother's Day "harana”" border="0" class="img" height="358" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZBmL_1PbZ7YHYKS1iKSK3uLBiL1Jx5yFYK-9gAilTD-Mii3oAqrTX-ey8nC9o9zBeyvM3e70q4HJZy2Kr7AlpOpkVQpSmpivzhtKUk6FW_sup6iFOGd3jkjFoqG_vfnXOM-UXGO2QLNl0/s640/sponge-cola-makapilingka.JPG" title="Sponge Cola sings sweet Mother's Day "harana”" width="640" /></a></div><br />If there’s one song you’d like to dedicate to your mom, what will it be? <br /><br />In time for Mother’s Day, Sponge Cola offers a sweet ‘harana” for all the moms out there. In their new Mother’s Day video, Yael, Armo, Gosh, and T-mac serenade us with the a song that shows the universal beauty of love in “Makapiling Ka.”<br /><br /><center><div class="video-wrapper"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="480" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SWxOLnOqQr0" width="100%"></iframe></div></center><br />Share your love for your mom in many different ways! If you're stuck at thinking of new ways to greet your mom, make a video and upload it on YouTube. With billions of subscribers worldwide, you can tell the whole world you've got the best mom! <br /><br />Happy Mother’s Day!</div>

WATCH: Sponge Cola sings sweet Mother's Day "harana”

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TIPS AND TRICKS: Apps by Google for users' first mobile experience

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA - Google Philippines has capped off its campaign called "Game 'Yan with Apps by Google," with a goal to enrich users' first mobile experience through a wide range of products and platforms like Search, Maps, Gmail, Android, Chrome and Youtube.<br /><br />In the culminating activity held at Nuvali in Santa Rosa, Laguna on Saturday, Google Philippines helped first-time smartphone users unlock the potential of the internet on their smartphone.<br /><br /><center><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-version="6" style="background: #fff; border-radius: 3px; border: 0; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0 , 0 , 0 , 0.5) , 0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0 , 0 , 0 , 0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: 99.375%;"><div style="padding: 8px;"><div style="background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;"><div style="background: url(data:image/png; display: block; height: 44px; margin: 0 auto -44px; position: relative; top: -22px; width: 44px;"></div></div><div style="margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BE0Ur6usM5C/" rel="nofollow" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" target="_blank">Google Town Fiesta at Nuvali #GooglePhilippines #GameNaYan #GoogleTownFiesta #GoogleAps #GoogleEvent</a></div><div style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A photo posted by The Summit Express (@mysummitexpress) on <time datetime="2016-04-30T08:23:05+00:00" style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;">Apr 30, 2016 at 1:23am PDT</time></div></div></blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script></center><br />With so many activities to choose from, user can find one that fits to the specific need. To make the most of your device, here's the list of Google Apps and activities that you can explore:<br /><br /><b>1. Google Search</b> - discover information on the web browser whenever, wherever<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKMl43yOKzCVYWfv2miiiCZLx6iRfZp1csIanRwAmkPMgzwgiiWE3RgYkj2ZHFzUHPeUCg8aXn2w2RAg_h4EjcxM3y36m8JLbXz1QjzUDke6j0xzoK99fWLpfVlbGl8ZMlKI5aEf5KCs4Q/s1600/google-search.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Google Search" border="0" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKMl43yOKzCVYWfv2miiiCZLx6iRfZp1csIanRwAmkPMgzwgiiWE3RgYkj2ZHFzUHPeUCg8aXn2w2RAg_h4EjcxM3y36m8JLbXz1QjzUDke6j0xzoK99fWLpfVlbGl8ZMlKI5aEf5KCs4Q/s640/google-search.jpg" title="Google Search" width="560" /></a></div><br />Google Search does more than just fetch information online but can inform about things you care about. Just say "OK Google" and let Google set your reminders and flight schedules.<br /><br />Google Search is also helpful for real-time sports results, handy measurements, restaurant suggestions, timer and pub quizzes.<br /><br />Try Voice Search, simply do the following:<br /><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Android users: tap the microphone symbol at the Google Search bar, or if you're running Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) or higher, swipe up from the home button and say "Google."</li><li>iPhone users: download the Google Search app from the iTunes store</li><li>Note: You can also access Voice Search directly from the Chrome mobile browser.</li></ul><br /><br /><b>2. Google Maps</b> - navigate around without getting lost<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW_EkOFxcA2IqbjNEvc8LOGayKabYtOSqXaN14V8V0wwZ5old-Jk2JK-e25IZ6vcpM_o4PTqu81TfiILYisN-BkNcd8cB3K6BGqh0QGRNIS4xbPl3YOhlIuP5ik4YfZ-Nndrd7V0JORedZ/s1600/google-maps.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Google Maps" border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW_EkOFxcA2IqbjNEvc8LOGayKabYtOSqXaN14V8V0wwZ5old-Jk2JK-e25IZ6vcpM_o4PTqu81TfiILYisN-BkNcd8cB3K6BGqh0QGRNIS4xbPl3YOhlIuP5ik4YfZ-Nndrd7V0JORedZ/s640/google-maps.jpg" title="Google Maps" width="560" /></a></div><br />With Google Maps, you don't need to worry on visiting new place. <br /><br />Even there's no internet connection, Maps Offline will let you navigate. Go to Goole Maps and make sure you're signed in with your Google account. Search for the city and tap the "Download" button. Find your saved places by tapping the Menu icon and selecting "offline areas."<br /><br /><b>3. Google Streetview </b>- step inside your dream locations<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFnu_7gj6jktjb7oD8e7eVtrmm8OzG5SWL3iJ2eMk9ybi2e9cHmKTyZK5-3L9cjmKzDApAr8Teq1D6WPsEZicJ1KNCH9L9BN18TXcxV6XrSN1H8abG8-WD0Ua9QAQDJt1BTH_5rAOo499E/s1600/google-streetview.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Google Streetview" border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFnu_7gj6jktjb7oD8e7eVtrmm8OzG5SWL3iJ2eMk9ybi2e9cHmKTyZK5-3L9cjmKzDApAr8Teq1D6WPsEZicJ1KNCH9L9BN18TXcxV6XrSN1H8abG8-WD0Ua9QAQDJt1BTH_5rAOo499E/s640/google-streetview.jpg" title="Google StreetView" width="560" /></a></div><br />Explore famous museums, landmarks, arenas and restaurants as if you are really there with Google StreetView's 360 imagery. All you have to do is to drag the StreetView pegman with your finger to your desired location to get an immersive view. You can even zoom in on the details.<br /><br /><b>4. Youtube</b> - learn and be entertained with videos<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXgjUKMIgzgf3YsiOHEKbFztRSpvh-lCZG3C8kU3cc70LXxCc_gKm-GvBRDMfblNJpijlBaR-IfUZUg1cQ9T_ELkBVD0Bvzm8fms4J6P6aqDeumjn3DG5dSuSyvNKLIQ_NTnlK0YSk1QiB/s1600/youtube-video.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Youtube videos" border="0" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXgjUKMIgzgf3YsiOHEKbFztRSpvh-lCZG3C8kU3cc70LXxCc_gKm-GvBRDMfblNJpijlBaR-IfUZUg1cQ9T_ELkBVD0Bvzm8fms4J6P6aqDeumjn3DG5dSuSyvNKLIQ_NTnlK0YSk1QiB/s640/youtube-video.jpg" title="Youtube videos" width="610" /></a></div><br />Browse billion of Youtube content from the hottest music videos, tutorials, news and even the funniest parodies. You can even watch Youtube offline in case of poor or no internet connection.<br /><br />To save videos while offline, just click the "offline" icon and choose the desired quality to save. Once offline, click "saved videos" and enjoy watching.<br /><br />"Google continues to make users' mobile experience better and easier by introducing new apps and features that meet their everyday needs ---whether it'd be for discovering, browsing, traveling or viewing. We believe that everyone's first mobile experience should be fun, not hard, and memorable, not intimidating," said Ryan Morales, Google Philippines Country Marketing Manager said.</div>

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Get crafty and creative this Holy Week with this 7 DIY YouTube videos

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - For Filipinos, it's a tradition to go on an out-of-town trip or commit to Visita Iglesia (church visitation) during the Holy Week or Lenten Season. But, there are some who choose to stay at home to enjoy the peace that a ‘staycation’ brings.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3QxTsEviApTi5oiC7gwcTL-fG5a_BdYW6wEX2eyB-Lp3t2ED-OVOGg6nNYFkVjpduCgrgJA7yr-2m954JkmHz9jQhy05WJsBCAnbU-tqWhVUil-qculWxDZyT-Rrl9ynbZfGCUQ8TBINg/s1600/DIY-Youtuve-videos.png" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Holy Week with this 7 DIY YouTube videos" border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3QxTsEviApTi5oiC7gwcTL-fG5a_BdYW6wEX2eyB-Lp3t2ED-OVOGg6nNYFkVjpduCgrgJA7yr-2m954JkmHz9jQhy05WJsBCAnbU-tqWhVUil-qculWxDZyT-Rrl9ynbZfGCUQ8TBINg/s640/DIY-Youtuve-videos.png" title="Holy Week with this 7 DIY YouTube videos" width="560" /></a></div><br />Good thing there’s YouTube to keep you company. YouTube has become a source of inspiration for those who want to make the most out of their time. From home-improvement, beauty and cooking videos, to makeup tutorials, there is a large number of how-to and DIY videos to choose from, making it easy to turn a Holy Week break to a more fun and productive long weekend.<br /><br />Get ready to create something this Holy Week with a roundup of some how-to and DIY YouTube videos:<br /><br /><b>1. Eggs and Banana Healthy Pancakes by The Fat Kid Inside</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/reYK2J4Wn4E" width="560"></iframe></center><br />Don your apron and start whisking ingredients to create pancakes this Holy Week season. Erwann Heussaff gives us healthy pancake recipes that will surely be a good company over the weekend. Pair it with a cup of hot chocolate or coffee and you’re good to go. If you want to try a variety of healthy dishes, Erwann’s YouTube channel is worth a visit.<br /><br /><b>2. How to: Braided Bun </b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-bk37pcRRt4" width="560"></iframe></center><br />Master your hair game while on a Holy Week break and try to recreate lifestyle blogger Kryz Uy’s braided bun. This newfound skill will surely come in handy when you go back to work or meet a friend. If you want some variety, the no-tie bun or big curls can also save the day.<br /><br /><b>3. Triple Take Episode 4 - Belle's Home Workout</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zQiLuzngILU" width="560"></iframe></center><br />Sweating it out and getting active is also a great diversion for a staycation. Isabelle Daza’s video shows us how to workout at home and be fit while on a holiday. Get ready to do some marches and pull off some squats and push-ups. Isabelle’s YouTube channel also features travel journals and even videos of her fellow celebrities.<br /><br /><b>4. How to make a lampshade, lanterns, and yarn globes</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IUkbcSyinIo" width="560"></iframe></center><br />Creativity can spring from long weekend breaks so why not try making cool lamp decorations for your home? It can add a little spice to your living room, kitchen, or even bedroom and can be a great bonding experience for your family too! MADE Everyday YouTube channel offers different DIY tips using everyday items. From making lampshades to sewing pillowcases, you’re sure to be covered this Holy Week!<br /><br /><b>5. Paint Your Nails Perfectly!</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1Ozq-QXgBiw" width="560"></iframe></center><br />For girls wanting to achieve that perfectly-polished nails, this video tutorial may just be what will strengthen your nail game. Turn this short vacation into a little me-time and show your nails some love by trying out these tips and tricks for manicure at home. Cutepolish features variety of nail art designs you can recreate at home.<br /><br /><b>6. 10 DIY Ideas For Your Room You NEVER Thought of!</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vV2nvjykqIs" width="560"></iframe></center><br />This long weekend may be all that you need to finally declutter your room and turn it into an actual space you can be proud of. This video tutorial gives you ideas on what new items to put in your room and how to have fun and be more creative about it.<br /><br /><b>7. 5 Easy Microwave Desserts You Need To Try</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/n2jG2c_ENQ4?list=PLnvT_7ZyrvIz02Hrb6c4cYm8HTIoH9Xju" width="560"></iframe></center><br />For those who decided not to give up sweets this Lenten season, try these five easy-to-make microwave desserts and enjoy it with a cup of hot chocolate or coffee. Dodge your oven for now and put your whisking and mixing skills to a test. Aside from featuring funny videos, BuzzfeedVideo also has a variety of DIY dishes and desserts.</div>

Get crafty and creative this Holy Week with this 7 DIY YouTube videos

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Google releases Top 10 most viewed YouTube ads in PH

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - As usage of smartphone devices grows, so does the consumption of content. More and more brands are moving from traditional to digital when communicating with their target audience. Clearly, digital has changed the game and this presents opportunities for brands to get even more creative with their ideas.<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 href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij3mdv36sbh5MMApgU6diuQzGHcrOdmShaO4uwwEP425DQAwagqugSfDK13X1sctpk2QFY734ToJXOKMcJTiEacCyY1dEmGujumUHIA635fC1kI4h2wfUMczigAzdIc6o6_u3-w6RF0RsU/s1600/top-10-youtube-ads-2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="most viewed YouTube ads in PH" border="0" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij3mdv36sbh5MMApgU6diuQzGHcrOdmShaO4uwwEP425DQAwagqugSfDK13X1sctpk2QFY734ToJXOKMcJTiEacCyY1dEmGujumUHIA635fC1kI4h2wfUMczigAzdIc6o6_u3-w6RF0RsU/s640/top-10-youtube-ads-2015.jpg" title="most viewed YouTube ads in PH" width="560" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Most viewed YouTube ads in PH. Screengrab from Youtube.</td></tr></tbody></table>Take video ads, for example. Now that digital has come to play, videos are no longer just viewable on TV but has found an extended home on the internet where it can reach a wider audience by the millions. This made brands create longer storylines and get more personal and real-time feedback from consumers. <br /><br />Although the power of online videos is undeniable, a more important question is, what type of video content resonates the most with audiences? According to Google Philippines Country Manager Ken Lingan, creating video content and simply sharing it on a video-sharing platform like YouTube do not guarantee views because consumers still have the power to skip ads. What really matters is the quality of the content. “Authentic story, coupled with a complete understanding of consumer passion, is still the key. The platforms may change, but what has not changed is the desire for dialogue and stories. Brands have always been one of the best storytellers and they now have the opportunity to re-fulfill this need,” he said.<br /><br />To recognize the top-viewed YouTube ads in the Philippines, Google released the YouTube Ads Leaderboard for the second half of 2015. It is the first time that all the ads on the Leaderboard are local and because of this, advertisers now know what types of digital content get more attention from Filipino audiences.<br /><br />Topping the list is McDonald’s Papa Na Kita #ALDUBKoTo ad. McDonald’s Philippines Marketing Director Christina Lao shared that social listening is one way to know what audiences really want. When the famous AlDub tandem became a hit, McDonald’s was one of the first brands to respond to their followers’ request. “We got AlDub because people were sending us a lot of tweets to get them as our brand ambassadors. We listened also because AlDub embodies the values and personalities of the brand.”<br /><br />Nestle’s Chuckie Buddy commercial, which made it to the third spot on the Leaderboard, highlights the classic Filipino mother-son relationship where the mom takes on the role of both a mother and a friend and ends with an emotional reminder, “Minsan lang sila bata kaya sabayan mo na.” <br /><br />Ramon Garcia, managing partner at McCann Worldgroup, the creative agency that worked on the Chuckie commercial, emphasized the importance of knowing what the brands stand for. For Chuckie, it’s the concept of “active play” where moms play a major role. This resulted in content that made viewers remember their own mother-child bonding moments.<br /><br />Andrea Raralio, consumer marketing manager at Nestle Philippines, emphasizes the power of storytelling. “At the end of day, it is the story and the brand that the consumers will remember. It will not be about all the froo froo that comes with the ad.”<br /><br />Lady’s Choice Maine Mendoza sinurpresa ang pamilya Mendoza ng Laguna! ad has a different take on Filipinos being family-oriented. Although Maine was featured in the video, it is the Filipinos’ love for family reunions that makes the ad relatable.<br /><br />Eskinol’s Wattpad webisode, landing on the ninth spot, also shows a different way of extending reach via digital. Despite being over five minutes long, the ad caught the attention of the viewers because of its take on teenage love and attraction. Viewers even took their sentiments to the comment box and expressed how they could not wait for the next episode. One viewer even mentioned that it was her first time to finish an ad despite its length.<br /><br />Ken further highlighted the effectiveness of authentic content and how, when married with the digital platform like YouTube, it can create a powerful impact. According to him, this impact resonates so well that the viewers cannot wait to know what’s next, turning them from mere spectators to actual fans. “YouTube was built by and for fans. If you are able to nurture that fan base, you have an amazing pool of viewers that could be your brand ambassadors.”<br /><br />Here's the complete list of most viewed YouTube ads in the Philippines:<br /><br />1. McDonald’s: Papa Na Kita #ALDUBKoTo (1:32)<br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hHxE2wdegms" width="560"></iframe></center><br /><br />2. Bear Brand, Nestle: Micronutrient Deficiency Edutainment Video (1:00)<br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/E_ua03zGppc" width="560"></iframe></center><br /><br />3. Chuckie, Nestle: CHUCKIE Buddy (1:02)<br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qmdEQ6eW39s" width="560"></iframe></center><br /><br />4. Resorts World Manila: WOMAN GETS LUCKY IN CINEMA!!! (2:20)<br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5J8iGzLmNRE" width="560"></iframe></center><br /><br />5. Tide, P&G: Tide AlDub Commercial of Alden and Maine for Tide6! #ALDUBabaTide6 (0:52)<br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/H34LkxHjnzI" width="560"></iframe></center><br />6. Lady’s Choice, Unilever: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vppHoY4_8I" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maine Mendoza sinurpresa ang pamilya Mendoza ng Laguna</a>! (2:58)<br /><br />7. Jollibee: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQN6-l5_6Rk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Voice Kids I Love You Sabado!</a> (1:32)<br /><br />8. Globe: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3850g4ZeoBg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Express all your emotions inside and out with GoSurf </a>(0:30)<br /><br />9. Eskinol, Unilever: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkTACq1Dtfo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eskinol on Wattpad: Face to Face Episode 2</a> (5:40)<br /><br />10. Knorr Philippines, Unilever: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeq4H07ZUAE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Asim Kilig #KinikiligKumain MTV</a> (1:01)</div>

Google releases Top 10 most viewed YouTube ads in PH

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VIDEO: Koreans react to Marian Rivera, KathNiel and other Pinoy celebs

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Korean Star TV on its Youtube channel assessed some of the popular Filipino celebrities of today which include Julia Barretto, Daniel Padilla, Kathryn Bernardo, Marian Rivera and Liza Soberano.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrgtoIxriWmlbcmDDt11R9px38DcBZ-hgWi_sok8tQ32Ww10r22mRuXBkM6U9fd02ejevC3YmCXV2BAU11D223jjuJ1TbCc3gHPM7cbVvq3rVYoTRTeIdbWeyw_L5ZR-8zW9KIP5p9ev-k/s1600/korean-reacts-pinoy-stars.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Koreans react to Marian Rivera, Liza Soberano and other Pinoy celebs" border="0" height="332" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrgtoIxriWmlbcmDDt11R9px38DcBZ-hgWi_sok8tQ32Ww10r22mRuXBkM6U9fd02ejevC3YmCXV2BAU11D223jjuJ1TbCc3gHPM7cbVvq3rVYoTRTeIdbWeyw_L5ZR-8zW9KIP5p9ev-k/s640/korean-reacts-pinoy-stars.jpg" title="Koreans react to Marian Rivera, Liza Soberano and other Pinoy celebs" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />The viral video entitled "Koreans React To Pinoy Star" was published on May 15 with its objective to determine the most popular star in Philippines. Majority of the show hosts thought Kapamilya actress and 'Forevermore' lead actress Liza as the prettiest.<br /><br />Meanwhile, one guy described Kapuso actress Marian Rivera as looking like a super model or Miss Universe.<br /><br />While they complimented the beauty of the Pinoy celebs, they were also suprised by how old some of the teen stars looked.<br /><br /><b>WATCH: What would Koreans think about Pinoy celebrities?</b><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="355" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hGNUu3Fggy8" width="600"></iframe></center><br />Do you agree on their assessment?<br /><br />Korean Star TV traces the latest Korean trend and aims to deliver all about Korean beauty, fashion, lifestyle and culture to people all around the world.</div>

VIDEO: Koreans react to Marian Rivera, KathNiel and other Pinoy celebs

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VIRAL VIDEO: Be Careful With Your Children

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">A video titled "Be Careful With Your Children" which gives lesson to parents is now viral online.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2zK9THopF_pDqt0R8r_eXOEUhQlcNHOF5yZSl693IzvErWdA0WJAKOMpgZYbPxNz8P_Iap57Kog0qqf9Rwo8J7w3Z1K1uharWRLCp7N6uVHVheMybyu0F-WBo3MnlqjALyFzyHy0QGPGh/s1600/girl-scooter.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow"><img alt="VIRAL VIDEO: Be Careful With Your Children" border="0" height="326" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2zK9THopF_pDqt0R8r_eXOEUhQlcNHOF5yZSl693IzvErWdA0WJAKOMpgZYbPxNz8P_Iap57Kog0qqf9Rwo8J7w3Z1K1uharWRLCp7N6uVHVheMybyu0F-WBo3MnlqjALyFzyHy0QGPGh/s1600/girl-scooter.jpg" title="VIRAL VIDEO: Be Careful With Your Children" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />The 18-second Youtube video posted by certain Matteo Menesis on the video-sharing site on Tuesday already garnered nearly half million views as of press time.<br /><br />Netizens were moved on the message of the short video to think ahead and avoid possible danger to their children due to inappropriate actions. <br /><br /><b>WATCH: Girl had an accident on dad's scooter (video courtesy of Matteo Menesis)</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/VL3mdh68W2w" width="600"></iframe></center><br />"Motorcycles should be turned off specially when you have playful kids with you. They never knew the pain that they would get only when it is already too late," thuzardpipz commented.<br /><br />"Father's fault.. Just turn off the engine or when operating a scooter always always put it on center stand... This also happened to my friend her daughter was in front and he's talking to someone while both are mounted on the scooter the kid rev the scoot they accelerated to a wall good thing there was a wall... Me i always instruct my daughter never ever touch this or that always reminding her..." Youtube user Tony Stark said.<br /><br />One netizen commented differently: "I thought this is one of those videos that would let us think that the child is in danger then will make us say WOW in the end because the child had an uncanny ability in driving a scooter."</div>

VIRAL VIDEO: Be Careful With Your Children

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VIDEO: Mikey Bustos covers Ed Sheeran's 'Thinking Out Loud'

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - "That maybe we found love right where we are."<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuUcMXoUXfnSSdtSeUyXUygKniGhqVGubNnopVJiWehX4fFShkl9NcpfBRKSLrTRRNcXctCGvZvC9tbY6o2W3Thyphenhyphenwpn1eXxQz-MfBzVau421LG6I_eCOt7yxEncAhKomjqkZnYsiy7AjzY/s1600/Mikey-Bustos-Thinking-Out-Loud.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Thinking Out Loud Ed Sheeran Mikey Bustos cover" border="0" height="326" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuUcMXoUXfnSSdtSeUyXUygKniGhqVGubNnopVJiWehX4fFShkl9NcpfBRKSLrTRRNcXctCGvZvC9tbY6o2W3Thyphenhyphenwpn1eXxQz-MfBzVau421LG6I_eCOt7yxEncAhKomjqkZnYsiy7AjzY/s1600/Mikey-Bustos-Thinking-Out-Loud.jpg" title="Thinking Out Loud Ed Sheeran Mikey Bustos cover" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />A line from the popular Ed Sheeran song "Thinking Out Love" and seems to be the concept of the newest cover released recently by the Filipino Youtube sensation Mikey Bustos.<br /><br />According to Bustos on his Youtube channel, his "Thinking Out Love" cover was due to overwhelming requests from his fans as the song rose to fame in the Philippines since its debut mid last year.<br /><br />The 5-minute and 18-second video which is on different concept from the original music video of Sheeran features a girl named Klaudine Palma.<br /><br />In the video, Bustos plays a typical guy in Manila who found love on the first sight to the carinderia girl. As he fell in love with her, he even asked assistance of a young boy nearby the carinderia to express his feelings through a letter.<br /><br />Bustos gives coin to the boy everytime he has a message that needs to be delivered to his love. <br /><br />The former Canadian Idol known for his witty attack on his videos has a twist at the end of the cover. Will he continue to give 'piso' coins to the boy or the girl will find a countermove due to curiosity?<br /><br /><b>WATCH: Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran Cover by Mikey Bustos</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/CEqZZrO0koQ" width="600"></iframe></center><br />As of press time, the music video already garnered more than 65,000 views.<br /><br />Bustos is known for his Youtube videos that hit international headlines in March 2014 for his cover of Avicii's 'Wake Me Up' in which he performed a capella with an astounding ten parts. <br /><br />Other popular videos cover a wide range of topics including Filipino tutorials, including eating Balut (duck embryo), Filipino dining, Filipino courting, and the Filipino CR. He also made a parody of "Born This Way" by Lady Gaga entitled "Pinoy This Way."</div>

VIDEO: Mikey Bustos covers Ed Sheeran's 'Thinking Out Loud'

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It's Here: Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera official prenup video

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - The official prenuptial video of celebrity couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera was officially released on Friday.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiOQnNHWZe4cXClxrEMcMMxPaiD-U2L_8a2TcFBkiRyIvRO7sZChDy4GK5aW7uCcmi7PHYCmJUrKpYEP_mRTMm4tKCwuqKNnyDcovjr71JaHIivC1A-tVeqL4RQEvM-WGV_D6rJ4Gr78Vz/s1600/dingdong-dantes-marian-rivera-prenup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera official prenup video" border="0" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiOQnNHWZe4cXClxrEMcMMxPaiD-U2L_8a2TcFBkiRyIvRO7sZChDy4GK5aW7uCcmi7PHYCmJUrKpYEP_mRTMm4tKCwuqKNnyDcovjr71JaHIivC1A-tVeqL4RQEvM-WGV_D6rJ4Gr78Vz/s1600/dingdong-dantes-marian-rivera-prenup.jpg" title="Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera official prenup video" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />The nearly five-minute AVP was shot in Porac, Pampanga and was conceptualized by Dingdong himself.<br /><br />Showcased in their prenuptial video were the fast and expensive rides, a tent full of memories, their favorite street food and a tricycle serving as a bridal car.<br /><br />Rivera, 30, and Dantes, 34, have been a couple for over five years now. They met in 2007 when they co-starred in the local adaptation of "MariMar" and went on to play sweethearts in several more TV series.<br /><br />The couple will tie the knot on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at the Immaculate Conception Church in Cubao, Quezon City.<br /><br />"Watch this beautiful couple in a video that best describes who they are and what truly makes them happy," events videographer Nice Print said in a teaser.<br /><br /><b>WATCH: Dingdong Dantes & Marian Rivera Official Prenuptial Video by Nice Print Photography</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="400" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/UhuA4QOUZKY" width="600"></iframe></center></div>

It's Here: Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera official prenup video

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Google Philippines heartwarming video ad on OFWs is now viral

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Google Philippines latest campaign about 'Balikbayan' went viral due to its heartwarming video ad about overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who will not be able to visit the Philippines this Christmas.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1uRjHRFcxo6xIunKPEIw-zOF7QYeTFNmXGT0rQvXnm5UF6UJk7vxIqwpFKk35aJkKptQ85FrBB1ydgGu0bTFeXpZ62bhyT6NyCJqF_0oGFNYWBjvdT5wq0vCy92Den399pssWj3Knbi2W/s1600/Google+Balikbayan+ad+2014.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Google Philippines heartwarming video ad on OFWs now viral" border="0" height="314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1uRjHRFcxo6xIunKPEIw-zOF7QYeTFNmXGT0rQvXnm5UF6UJk7vxIqwpFKk35aJkKptQ85FrBB1ydgGu0bTFeXpZ62bhyT6NyCJqF_0oGFNYWBjvdT5wq0vCy92Den399pssWj3Knbi2W/s1600/Google+Balikbayan+ad+2014.jpg" title="Google Philippines heartwarming video ad on OFWs now viral" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />Majority of netizens who have commented after watching the video on various social media sites said they have been moved to tears by the campaign.<br /><br />In a nearly 2-minute video entitled 'Miss Nothing', a child can be heard singing Basil Valdez’s “You” as snippets of muted conversation between OFWs and their loved ones in the Philippines.<br /><br />Google encourage Filipino families and communities to “share the everyday” through the website’s various services.<br /><br />On its Youtube post, Googl PH said: "Pasko na naman, at mag daratingan ulit and mga mahal natin sa buhay galing ibang bansa! At para sa mga hindi makakauwi, isang paalala ng pagmamahal ang handog ng Google Philippines para sa kanila, sa inyo, at inyong mga pamilya. Bisitahin ang: g.co/balikbayan At panoorin ito: #OFW #balikbayan #MissNothing."<br /><br />The video was already viewed in more than 800,000 times as of press time.<br /><br /><b>WATCH: Google Philippines - Miss Nothing (full video)</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="400" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Gx3YmAGU3l4" width="600"></iframe></center></div>

Google Philippines heartwarming video ad on OFWs is now viral

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