Manila, Philippines. October 28, 2026: TechLife officially launches the TechLife Pad Neo SE, a learning companion designed for families. Bringing “See More, Learn More” to life, the tablet pairs a bigger Eye Comfort Display with Smart Parental Control and an all-day battery, so children have more room to explore and learn, and parents have more confidence in how that learning happens.

This everyday tablet features a 10.1-inch Eye Comfort Display, Smart Parental Control with Google Kids Space, and a 6000mAh Massive Battery, supporting homework, reading, online classes, creativity and after-school entertainment in one device. It comes in three colors: Space Grey, Bubble Blue and Aurora Green.

Taken together, the TechLife Pad Neo SE’s value becomes more evident in how each feature supports everyday learning and family moments.

The 10.1-inch Eye Comfort Display gives young learners more room for research and online classes, while keeping longer study sessions easier on the eyes. Dual stereo speakers bring lessons, educational videos and shared family viewing to life, and split-screen lets children and parents handle more than one task at a time.

Smart Parental Control and Google Kids Space give parents a guided, child-friendly space. Parents can choose age-appropriate apps, books, videos and learning content, and keep screen time safe and purposeful, so children can learn at their own pace while parents do more with their day.

Powered by a 6000mAh Massive Battery, the TechLife Pad Neo SE is built to stay on through classes, homework, and video lessons. Smooth octa-core performance and up to 8GB* of RAM including memory expansion keep learning apps and everyday multitasking running steadily, while 64GB of storage, expandable up to 1TB, keeps school files, apps and media ready. The Pad Neo SE runs on Android 16, with 5MP front and rear cameras and the Google Gemini AI assistant for everyday help.

The TechLife Pad Neo SE retails at ₱8,999 SRP. Fans can get the tablet for as low as ₱7,099, available on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

The Pad Neo SE also comes with a FREE Folio Case or a FREE Power Bank R211 5,000mAh depending on availability as part of TechLife’s Peak Season offers, running from October 29, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Starting October 29, fans can also join the Pad Neo SE online giveaway on TechLife’s official social media pages.

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On October 30, 2026, OPM rap icon Gloc-9 gives that familiar Filipino invitation a new sound with the worldwide release of “Tara G!”, a collaboration with GameZone inspired by friendship, shared experiences, and the Filipino spirit of samahan.

Known for turning everyday Filipino realities into music, Gloc-9 brings his distinctive storytelling to a phrase heard everywhere - from spontaneous plans with friends to moments shared with family and community.

Throughout his career, Gloc-9 has built a reputation for transforming distinctly Filipino stories and everyday experiences into music. That makes “Tara G!” a natural creative space for the artist: the phrase is instantly familiar, but broad enough to carry many kinds of Filipino moments.

At the center of the song is an invitation that rarely needs explaining. “Tara G!” can signal the start of an impromptu gathering, a shared activity, a game, a meal, or simply an opportunity to reconnect. Through Gloc-9’s storytelling, the expression takes on a musical identity rooted in friendship, community, and participation.

“Tara G!” connects Gloc-9’s distinctly Filipino storytelling with GameZone’s “Tara G! Sama Tayo.” campaign platform.

Filipino card games have long been part of social gatherings where the people, conversations, laughter, and shared moments can matter just as much as the game itself. That familiar social ritual provides the link between GameZone’s “Tara G! Sama Tayo.” campaign and the song.

Through “Tara G!”, GameZone takes the campaign beyond online play and into music, using a culturally familiar expression to connect the brand with wider conversations around Filipino entertainment, friendship, and community.

For Pinoys, the card table has always been a place to play, talk, tease, and belong. This serves as the emotional foundation of GameZone’s brand story and establishes the connection between traditional Filipino card games and the modern online gaming experience.

The collaboration with Gloc-9 brings GameZone’s slogan, “Tara, G! Sama Tayo – Where Pinoys Play Card Games Online,” to life by celebrating the Filipino spirit of togetherness. Through Gloc-9’s signature storytelling rooted in Filipino culture and everyday experiences, the partnership translates the spirit of samahan into music, strengthening GameZone’s cultural relevance and connection with Filipino audiences. It also reinforces GameZone’s commitment to celebrating what brings Filipinos together, both online and beyond the game.

Ava Castillo, GameZone spokesperson, said the collaboration was designed to give the brand’s “Tara G! Sama Tayo.” platform a more meaningful cultural expression through music.

“We wanted ‘Tara G! Sama Tayo.’ to be more than a campaign line. Music gives us a way to bring that invitation into Filipino culture in a form people can hear, share, and make their own. Gloc-9 was a natural collaborator because his storytelling has always been rooted in real Filipino experiences.”

Listen to “Tara G!”

“Tara G!” by Gloc-9 in collaboration with GameZone is available worldwide beginning October 30, 2026, on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and Deezer.

GameZone is where Pinoys play card games online, a PAGCOR-licensed online gaming platform in the Philippines delivering secure and competitive Player vs. Player gaming experiences. Through GameZone Tour, it is pioneering table game tournaments in the country, specializing in popular Filipino card games such as Tongits and Pusoy, while also featuring globally recognized card games like Poker - elevating traditional and international gameplay into modern competitive tournaments. With real-time online gameplay, high-stakes competitions, and a library of more than 1,500 premium games, GameZone is building the country’s premier platform for skill-based online gaming and digital competition. For more information, visit www.gzone.ph and follow @taragamezone and @gamezonetour on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Tara G! Sama Tayo.

From left: Karlo Evangelista, Corporate Sustainability Manager at Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts; Joe Xavier Fijardo, General Manager of Grand Westside Manila Bay; Ruth T. Aguilar, Master Teacher at Tambo Elementary School – Main Campus and Rodolfo Bazar II, Area Director of PMD at Grand Westside Manila Bay.

Growing Together: Grand Westside Manila Bay General Manager Joe Xavier Fijardo leads hotel associates in planting 45 Sampaguita plants alongside teachers, parents and students of Tambo Elementary School in Parañaque City. The activity supports Megaworld Hotels & Resorts' MEGreen sustainability programme and its advocacy for preserving Filipino heritage.

A haunted refrigerator, a creature lurking in the bathroom, and a terrifying train ride. For generations of Filipinos, Shake, Rattle & Roll made even the most ordinary places frightening, leaving behind horror stories that became part of childhood memories and Filipino pop culture.

More than four decades later, those familiar scares are finding another home as Regal Entertainment and BingoPlus bring the beloved horror franchise into interactive digital gaming.

The partnership brings together Regal’s legacy in Filipino filmmaking and BingoPlus’ digital entertainment platform, introducing five original games inspired by the franchise: Manananggal, Reyna Ahas, Triple Terror, LRT Monster, and Aswang.

First released in 1984, Shake, Rattle & Roll has spent decades entertaining and frightening Filipino audiences through stories inspired by local folklore, Philippine mythology, and unforgettable fictional characters. Its familiar monsters have remained part of conversations long after audiences left the cinema.

For Regal Entertainment, bringing the franchise into gaming is an opportunity to introduce these stories to another generation without losing what made them distinctly Filipino.

“For more than four decades, Shake, Rattle & Roll has remained part of Philippine popular culture through stories that are distinctly Filipino,” said Roselle Monteverde, President of Regal Entertainment.

“Our collaboration with DigiPlus opens a new chapter for the franchise, bringing its creative legacy into digital entertainment while preserving the storytelling and cultural identity that have made it enduring.”

The collaboration also reflects how two homegrown entertainment brands can bring different strengths to the same story. Regal contributes the characters and creative legacy that audiences have known for years, while BingoPlus, under DigiPlus Interactive Corp., provides a platform where these familiar horror properties can be experienced through gaming.

Beyond the games themselves, the partnership celebrates Filipino creativity and the lasting appeal of local storytelling. It shows how stories rooted in the country’s culture can continue to connect with audiences even as the ways people enjoy entertainment change.

“Our goal is to give our players premium entertainment. This partnership is also an example of how we work: we put our customers first. We listen to what our players enjoy, and we keep working to give them something fresh, engaging, and made for them. The Shake, Rattle & Roll games are part of that commitment,” said DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco

He added, “Our goal is to give our players premium entertainment. That means high-quality games, thoughtful design, and worthy experiences. Partnering with Regal, one of the country's most respected names in storytelling, helps us deliver that.”

Through the partnership with the Shake, Rattle, & Roll franchise, BingoPlus is bringing an iconic piece of Filipino pop culture into a new digital entertainment experience. The brand remains committed to responsible gaming, while maintaining a trustworthy and personal platform that makes sure entertainment stays fun and balanced.

The five Shake, Rattle & Roll-inspired games are live on the BingoPlus app, with a phased rollout planned for ArenaPlus and GameZone, bringing the collection to more of DigiPlus’ digital entertainment platforms. The brand remains committed to responsible gaming, while maintaining a trustworthy and personal platform that makes sure entertainment stays fun and balanced.

For Regal and BingoPlus, this offers another way for Filipino stories to remain part of everyday entertainment, connecting memories of cinema scares with a different kind of experience.

After all, the monsters may be familiar, but there are still new ways to encounter them.

BingoPlus is the Philippines' leading and most comprehensive digital entertainment platform. It has redefined digital gaming in the country. Launched in January 2022, it introduced the first-ever interactive, live-streaming digital bingo platform. BingoPlus is an affiliate of DigiPlus Interactive Corp. and is an advocate for responsible gaming. BingoPlus is licensed by PAGCOR. For more information, visit www.bingoplus.com 

"Revival King" Jojo Mendrez and Mark Herras during the 42nd Star Awards for Movies

The spa lobby welcomes guests with its serene ambiance. 

Discover one of Solaire Resort Quezon City’s hidden gems, the spa at the Health Club.

Luxury comes in many forms. At Solaire Resort Quezon City, it takes shape at the spa at Solaire Resort Quezon City's Health Club. Lavish treatment rooms, highly trained massage therapists, and state-of-the-art wellness facilities come together to offer what many consider the ultimate luxury of all: a well-deserved moment of me-time and relaxation.

Relax and recharge with various massages and treatments at the Health Club's spa. 

Take in the soothing scent of florals and citrus as soon as the doors open. Soft lighting casts gentle shadows across the lobby's refined interiors, inviting guests to slow down and unwind, far removed from the bustle outside.

Guests are warmly welcomed into the transition room for a brief consultation and a warm cup of tea before being ushered to a spacious, wood-paneled treatment room complete with a private lounge, foot bath, and shower room.

Each session begins with the therapist's calming voice, ensuring every detail, from the lighting to the sounds in the room, aligns with the guest's preferences. A gentle inhale of essential oils eases the mind into a calm and steady state, further enhanced by a guided breathing exercise.

Each treatment room is a private sanctuary designed for indulgence and relaxation. 

Melt away stress with warm hands gliding in long, flowing strokes with one of the spa's signature offerings, the Swedish Massage. As tension in the neck, shoulders, and back slowly dissipates, many guests find themselves drifting into a deep, restorative sleep, awakened only by the gentle sound of a bell signaling the end of the massage.

Beyond the treatment itself, relaxation remains the utmost priority. Guests are encouraged to linger a little longer, savor another cup of tea, and ease back into the day at their own pace.

Other massages, body treatments, scrubs, and facials offered by the facility are equally tempting options for a satisfying retreat of the body and mind. Taking the experience a step further, guests also enjoy complimentary access to the wellness facilities, including a sauna, steam room, experiential water massage, tepidarium, and hot and cold plunge pools, maximizing the pleasure of every visit.

Come away refreshed, rejuvenated, and feeling like a winner after rewarding yourself with an escape at the spa at Solaire Resort Quezon City. To learn more, visit Solaire Resort Quezon City. Solaire Rewards members enjoy up to 25% off on select health and wellness services. To make a reservation, email sn.spaandsalon@solaireresort.com or call +63 2 8888 8888 loc. 67062

Solaire Resort Quezon City is Solaire’s second integrated luxury resort in the Philippines and the first five-star integrated resort in Quezon City. Located in the heart of Metro Manila’s largest city, it brings together luxury hospitality, world-class gaming, exceptional dining, vibrant entertainment, and family-friendly experiences, and stands among Quezon City’s premier lifestyle destinations.

The resort features 526 elegantly designed rooms and suites, four gaming levels catering to both mass and VIP guests, 14 restaurants and bars, and versatile meeting and event spaces spanning 1,700 square meters. Guests can unwind at the expansive wellness center, 50-meter L-shaped swimming pool and water park, enjoy pickleball and basketball at the Outdoor Fitness Deck, or spend quality family time at the multi-level Kids Club. As day turns to night, the resort comes alive with dynamic entertainment experiences, from live performances at Quezon Club to panoramic evenings at Skybar.

Renowned for its warm Filipino hospitality and thoughtfully curated experiences, Solaire Resort Quezon City continues to redefine luxury, entertainment, and leisure in the heart of Quezon City.

For more information, visit sn.solaireresort.com.

• LG kicks off global heritage campaign with the screening of its “Life Asks, LG Answers” film in New York’s Times Square, supported by short-form videos, a dedicated microsite, and customer participation programs across key regions.

• The campaign highlights how LG solves customers’ everyday needs with innovations spanning laundry, refrigeration, core components and robotics.

• A customer participation program launched in Latin America, featuring real-life stories that show how LG innovations have stood the test of time, will expand to select markets in the Middle East.

SEOUL, Oct. 22, 2026 — LG Electronics (LG) has launched a global heritage campaign highlighting its long history of turning customers’ evolving needs into meaningful home appliance innovations. The campaign began with the October 14 screening of its new heritage film, “Life Asks, LG Answers,” in New York’s Times Square and will roll out globally through the film and a series of short-form videos, along with a dedicated microsite, media outreach and customer participation programs across key regions. Together, these activities frame LG’s heritage not as a record of the past, but as a continuing story of customer-inspired innovation proven over time.

The “Life Asks, LG Answers” film traces the story of how LG has responded to customers’ changing needs through innovations inspired by everyday life, rather than simply presenting a timeline of products. 

For example, LG TWINWash™ was developed in response to customers’ desire to wash separate loads at the same time, while LG InstaView™ allows them to see inside the refrigerator without opening the door. To bring its heritage story to audiences worldwide, LG will engage customers across a range of online and offline channels, beginning with the screening of the campaign film at New York’s Times Square, with a further screening planned for London’s Piccadilly Circus.

Complementing the global content rollout are regional customer participation programs that invite customers to share how LG appliances have remained part of their everyday lives over time. In Latin America, the “My Life with LG” campaign invited customers in Mexico, Colombia and Peru to submit photos and personal stories about LG appliances they had owned and used for many years, from products passed down through generations to appliances associated with important family milestones. Selected stories were developed into digital and media content, illustrating the lasting relationships customers have built with LG products.

Following its rollout in Latin America, the “My Life with LG” initiative will be extended to select markets in the Middle East, inviting more customers to share their own stories of using LG appliances over the years. By presenting LG’s perspective alongside real experiences from customers around the world, the new heritage campaign paints a clear picture of a legacy of innovation shaped by life and proven over time.

LG is carrying the same customer-focused approach into its vision for the future home. By combining its expertise in home appliances and core technologies with AI appliances and home robotics, the company will continue developing new answers to customers’ evolving needs.

“Our decades-long commitment to innovation has earned the enduring trust of our customers,” said Baek Seung-tae, president of the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. “Building on this powerful legacy, we will continue finding new answers to our customers’ evolving needs and shaping the future of the home.”

More information about “Life Asks, LG Answers” and LG’s heritage of customer-inspired innovation is available on the https://www.lg.com/global/about-lg/company-history/appliances-heritage/

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The LG Home Appliance Solution Company (HS) is a global leader in home appliances and AI home solutions. By leveraging industry-leading core technologies, the HS Company is committed to enhancing consumers’ quality of life and to reducing the environmental impact of its products and operations. The company develops thoughtfully designed kitchen and living appliance solutions and has recently integrated LG’s Robot Business Division to incorporate advanced robot technologies into its home solutions. Together, these products offer enhanced convenience, high performance and energy-efficient operation. For more news on LG, visit www.LG.com/global/newsroom/.