Beyond Boundaries with LG and its New Monitor Line

July 16, 2021



Over the past year, working from home has gone from the exception to the norm. The convenience of foregoing hours stuck in traffic, as well as being safe from the pandemic, directly translates to increased happiness, efficiency, and productivity. Consumers were quick to transition at home. However, not all setups were conducive as a workspace. One of the biggest issues that arose was the requirement for proper computer monitors. One of the segments that grew the most over the past year has been monitors. According to the International Data Corporation (IDC), in the 4th quarter of 2020, the monitor market grew 16.9% year over year with shipments surpassing 39.2 million units worldwide. 

LG Electronics, always at the forefront of innovation, has seen this surge and developed new line of monitors that improve upon existing technology in order to help users even more. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer, a budding streamer, or just working from home, LG has a monitor that’s perfect for you. They provide a wide variety of improved features from breathtaking colors, fast response time, to clearer images to enhance customer’s experience. 

To introduce the new line of monitors to the local market, LG Electronics Philippines hosted the LG Monitors: Performance Beyond Boundaries livestream event on their social media channel to showcase what the new displays are all about. This was hosted by LG brand ambassador Luis Manzano and featured several other influencers who have had experienced the new line of monitors, namely actor and director Joross Gamboa, photographer Magic Liwanag, and gamer, cosplayer, and content creator Myrtle Sarrosa. 


L-R: LG Philippines Managing Director Sungjae Kim, LG Monitors Brand Ambassador Luis Manzano, LG Philippines Product Director for Monitors Peter Uhm



Actor and director Joross Gamboa for LG UltraWide™ monitor


The UltraFine Display Ergo has a flexible ergonomic stand that can be adapted to all the environmental chacracteristics of each user, including physical attributes. It can improve not only work productivity and efficiency, but also user’s convenience. LG’s technologically and ergonomically advanced stand helps to promote good posture through its high degree of adjustability, enabling each user to create a perfectly customized workstation. LG's UHD IPS Display features realistic, true color, enhanced contrast, clarity and detail at wide angles. UHD 4K resolution presents breathtaking clarity and fine detail with four times the resolution of Full HD. In particular, HDR delivers a more dramatic, dynamic visual immersion experience. Magic Liwanag was ecstatic about the color rendition that the LG UltraFine monitor offers. “The 4K IPS display delivers a comfortable viewing experience by reducing color shift from different vantage points. After shooting, editing, and printing, all the colors are correct.” 




Photographer Magic Liwanag for LG UltraFine Monitor


LG UltraGear™ line of monitors lets you pave the way to victory crisp visuals, fast response time, and the sharpest clarity. If you’re fed up with dimming and flickering screens, you’ve come to the right monitor. With IPS 1ms Gray to Gray you’ll dominate and clinch victory-without the side effects of extreme speed. It is NVIDIA-tested and officially verified G-Sync® Compatible monitor, reducing screen tearing and minimizing stutter for a smoother, faster gaming experience. Objects are rendered more clearly for smoother gameplay and an almost surreal visual fluidity. Being able to see even the most dynamic and fast-moving objects amidst all the action can give gamers a competitive edge. IPS display with 99% of the sRGB provides outstanding color accuracy and wider viewing angle, so it delivers high-fidelity color for reproducing even more vivid scenes on the battlefield. With a connection to an HDR-capable console (Xbox One S / PS4 Pro) or HDR-supported graphics card, users will enjoy punchier brightness and highlights with deeper shadows and silhouettes. Myrtle Sarrosa gushed about how her LG UltraGear™ monitors have helped level up her gameplay. “It virtually eliminates screen tearing and stuttering. Dynamic Action Sync elevates your gameplay for a pro-level experience.” 



Gamer, cosplayer, and content creator Myrtle Sarrosa for LG UltraGear™ monitor


For the standard monitor, LG still delivers. LG Monitor with IPS Full HD Display technology highlights the performance of liquid crystal displays. Response times are shortened, color reproduction is improved, and users can view the screen at wide angles. This display has slim bezel on three sides and doesn't interfere with dazzling precision, which allows you to create an optimized work environment through convenient tilt adjustment. It offers an ergonomic design. Its convenient tilt adjustments with clean uni-body design allow you to create an optimized work environment. Eye strain is reduced thanks to the Flicker safe technology, Reader mode, and Color weakness feature. Luis Manzano was also impressed with his LG Standard monitor. “This has everything you could want in a modern monitor – it’s full HD, it has a borderless design, ergonomic, and has the eye comfort features. If you want a dedicated work monitor at home, you can’t go wrong with this.”


LG Monitors Brand Ambassador Luis Manzano for LG Standard Monitor


Sungjae Kim, LG Philippines Managing Director, said “As the whole world made an abrupt pivot into working from home, the need to provide monitors that deliver results and promise productivity was crucial. The latest series of monitors deliver superior productivity and entertainment experiences and are perfect for both home and office use. LG is committed to provide the most practical and advanced products that meet the daily needs of users.”

To end the livestream event, Peter Uhm, LG Philippines Product Director for Monitors, shared the brand’s newest plan to push products for the holiday season. “We hope that the introduction of these new monitors to the local market will help in boosting productivity as working from home becomes the norm. We are currently running a 3 month long celebration of all things LG with the LG Life's Good Festival. We will be raffling off over 1 million Pesos worth of products so we hope you will join us in the festivities.”

LG’s newest line of monitors are available in all authorized dealers nationwide both in-store and online. Visit LG.com.ph for a complete list of our retail partners. You can also visit LG's Official Flagship Stores:
Lazada: lazada.com.ph/shop/lg-official-store/ 
Shopee: shopee.ph/lgofficialstoreph




About LG Electronics Inc.
Life's about more than having the latest technology, rather, it's about the experiences technology creates that impact our lives. LG Electronics Philippines delivers consumer electronics through top-of-the-line home entertainment, home appliances, and air solution products, that prepare Filipinos for their greatest moments. LG promises to bring "Innovation for a Better Life" nationwide - from Luzon, to Visayas, and Mindanao.
For more details, log on to lg.com/ph, like @LGPhilippines on Facebook and follow @LGPhilippines on Instagram. LG products are available in all authorized dealers nationwide both in-store and online. Visit LG.com.ph for a complete list of our retail partners. You can also visit LG's Official Flagship Store in Lazada.



















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Naks! Luis Manzano Lives His Best Digital Life

PLDT welcomes the TV-host actor to the Home WiFi Family


Whether on- or off-screen, Luis Manzano is a master of quick-witted and hilarious antics. But there is more to this talented TV personality than most people know. 

In the showbiz realm, Luis has managed to carve a name for himself and established a career as a top-rating TV game show host and versatile actor. Known for his sense of humor and rapport with the audience, he has always been passionate about making real and personal connections with people.  

“It’s honestly about making people happy. It’s what keeps me inspired in this industry. It’s a different kind of fulfillment when you know that you make an impact to someone’s life. On my social media pages, napakaraming nag-co-comment sakin na ‘Hello Luis, OFW ako. Sobrang homesick ako. Kaya pagkatapos ko ng trabaho, ginagawa ko tumitingin agad ako sa page mo para tawa kami nang tawa ng mga kasama ko dito.’ In that brief moment, you’re able to make them smile despite the difficulties they’re going through. These small things create a big picture in my life,” Luis said. 

Career journey

Being a son of showbiz royalties, Luis is certainly no stranger to the entertainment industry. He started his career as a MYX VJ in 2001 and has since hosted several well-loved game and talent shows on his home network. His acting portfolio includes box-office hits where he gets to showcase his natural flair for comedy, and occasionally, drama. Notably, he played the role of a gay son who had to deal with an overbearing mother (played by his own mother) in 2009’s In My Life.

While it’s easy to assume that it was an easy journey for Luis, it was the other way around. He shares, “People believed that it was easy and that doors were automatically open for me because of my parents. But my mom gave me a valuable advice when I was starting in showbiz. She said, ‘Anak, napakadaling sumikat. But the best thing that you can do for me in the industry is to strive for longevity.’ And this is where I am after 16 years.”

His very first hosting stint at ABS-CBN’s music channel, Myx, is still Luis’ most memorable project. Reminiscing his favorite moments with Myx and the opportunities that opened up after, Luis exclaimed, “NAKS talaga yun! Ang daming NAKS moments in my career including the game shows that I hosted.”

For Luis, connecting and interacting with people through hosting is more than a job. It’s his passion. “I love the beauty of conversations. It’s priceless,” he said. 

After more than a decade in the industry – Luis continues to strive for success. He concluded, “In every journey, you have your ups and downs. But at the end of the day, it’s more than worth it.”

Successful entrepreneur

Luis is also a savvy entrepreneur who has been running his own transportation line for over a decade now, and more recently, has started a new scent company.

“With my first few businesses, I wanted to play on a need,” he shared. “My whole understanding of business is that you get to maximize things if you work on needs. Everyone needs to get from point A to point B.”

Despite his busy schedule, Luis gets to personally manage and be on top of his businesses. “I am involved in the daily operations of my businesses. That’s why I’m always online. Even at home, I have to be online. From something as simple as checking the security cameras in the office to keeping tabs on my secretary and drivers.”

Luis also gets private messages on his social media accounts for his businesses. “I’m the most accessible for the customers. Whenever they send me a direct message on Instagram or Facebook messenger praising my businesses, pinapadala ko agad ‘yun sa office because these things can help and lift the mood of my staff. ‘Yung something as simple na, ‘Boss Luis, your driver is very courteous and respectful, hinintay niya kami and didn’t give us any problems…’ I forward these messages to the office. At the same time, if someone sends an incident report, I act on it immediately. Our customers know that we act on things and don’t just sweep issues under the rug. Lahat ng ‘yan tinututukan ko.”

Living his best digital life

Luis was recently launched as a brand ambassador for PLDT Home WiFi, a home internet device that can be loaded with family-sized prepaid data packs.

It’s a role that reflects his own digitally active lifestyle. As an entrepreneur and a celebrity, he understands the impact of his online presence for his business and followers. He explains, “I’m online most time of the day. I take care of a lot of things and being online helps me on my daily tasks.”

He adds, “I always have to be online. Minsan iniisip natin na we’re too addicted to the internet. Or it takes us away from the real meaning of life. It’s part and parcel of how we live now. It’s how we balance everything. Para sa akin, nothing beats a really good, stable and fast connection.”

When he’s not taking care of business, he’s likely playing his favorite console game or geeking out online. “I’m always reading about nutrition, diving, fitness, a bit of general knowledge, anything trivial. I’m a proud nerd,” he quipped.

For Luis, being able to share internet connectivity is crucial to nurturing relationships in this digital age. He added, “It’s as simple as when you step out, when you converse, when you talk to your family and you go, ‘O, have you seen this?’ or ‘O, napanood ko rin yan!’ It’s sharing the impact of the actual ‘connection.’”

Educational empowerment 

As an advocate of life-long learning, Luis also sees the value of home internet in empowering school-age children. After all, nothing beats convenience and access to information coupled with proper parental guidance. 

In this age of digitally savvy kids where almost everyone has access to online information, it is crucial to keep up and gain that competitive edge so they can stand out. 

“Imagine, now you can have online research and group meetings for projects. And if you need extra help for a lesson, pwede kang mag-search online for video tutorials,” he explained. “Tapos kapag nag-re-review for an exam, pwede ka na ring mag-practice tests online. It’s easier now for both parents and kids to excel and achieve their goals because of easy access to information.”

His advice? Keep learning every chance you get. 

“I am happy that PLDT Home makes internet more accessible to Filipino homes through their prepaid offering. Let’s make the world a better place by encouraging more Filipinos to stay connected and be digitally-informed,” Luis concluded. “Let’s all progress at the same time. The best way to get started is by having reliable internet connection at home.”

Naks, daming data!

In its latest TVC, PLDT Home WiFi features the importance of internet connection especially for families with schoolchildren by highlighting the expression, “Naks, Daming alam! Dami kasing data!” Previously used as a retort, the phrase “Naks, daming alam!” has now become an expression for praise and admiration. Luis shares, “It’s one of the biggest compliments. Kapag sinabi sa akin, ‘Naks, daming alam,’ well thank you very much! That’s because I read and have access to reliable internet connection to research and learn more about the world.”

There is so much to learn online and just like Luis, families can enjoy the perks of easy access to high-speed and reliable internet from PLDT Home WiFi, powered by the country’s fastest LTE from Smart. 

The new PLDT Home WiFi is now available in more areas around the country. For a one-time payment of only P1,995, customers can buy this device at all PLDT Stores and retailers, SM branches nationwide, and authorized dealers. It already comes with free 10GB of data valid for seven days. Because it is prepaid, families do not have to worry about lock-in periods, monthly bills or bill shock from uncontrolled data usage. 

For only P199, families can already avail of FAMLOAD 199 which offers up to 12GB of data, valid for seven days. FamLoad data packages are conveniently available in authorized PLDT and Smart retailers, nearby sari-sari stores, telco tiangge stalls, and now, in 7-Eleven branches nationwide.

Watch PLDT Home WiFi’s latest TVC here or visit pldthome.com for more information. 


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"This Guy's In Love With You, Mare:" A blockbuster hit on its second week!


After the success of "Praybeyt Benjamin" at the tills last year, here comes another Star Cinema comedy film "This Guy's In Love With You, Mare" which is now on its second week and a certified blockbuster hit with 160 million gross earnings and had 23M on its first day in over 150 theaters nationwide. 

I guess one of the biggest and success factors of this film is the characters per se, of course not to forget the box-office comedy director, Wenn V. Deramas. The unique, complicated and fun-filled love triangle story of Gemma played by Toni Gonzaga, Mike played by Luis Manzano and Lester played by Vice Ganda, made the film stand-out since this is the first-ever movie project of the comedy box-office trio. 




Direk Wenn proudly narrates, " 'Ang This Guy's In Love With You, Mare' ay tungkol sa tatlong tao na pare-parehong naghahanap ng puwesto nila sa mundong ito. Si Vice as Lester, isa s'yang pusong babae na sinentro ang buong buhay sa lalakeng pinakamamahal niya na si Mike, si Luis 'yun, na naghahanap naman ng isang normal na buhay na may asawa at may anak. Si Toni as gemma, nasa sa point ng buhay niya na gusto na niya mag-asawa so tamang-tama 'yung timing nilang dalawa ni Mike. Ang hindi niya alam, meron palang dark secret ang boyfriend niya."

Hmmm.... dark secret? It kept me thinking what Toni had said about one of the questions that was asked during the movie's bloggers conference- "What is the moral lesson of the movie?" Toni replied, something like "You can never give love unless you learn to forgive." It made sense, right?! :))

Toni Gonzaga during "This Guy's In Love With You Mare" blogcon 

The multi-media star also shared her fond experiences with her co-stars and how she promptly describe them, "Si Luis pagdating sa pagkain, isha-share n'ya 'yung food n'ya, magpapabili s'ya, minsan tatanungin ka n'ya kung ano 'yung gusto mo... ibibili ka rin n'ya, si Vice naman, chikahan nang chikahan nang chikahan, tiktakan nang tiktakan nang tiktakan kami nang walang humpay...kwentuhan at tawanan."




The very playful Vice Ganda and Luis Manzano

Toni even added, "Ito na siguro ang pinakamasayang pelikulang nagawa ko sa tanang buhay ko. Parang at its highest level lahat ng eksena. Todo-bigay lahat. Wala kaming tinipid dito, lahat ng ikasasaya ng tao ibinigay namin sa pelikulang ito. On the other hand, Luis shared that he was so excited of the film not only for its unconventional love story but also because he was able to work with his friends. 

Meanwhile, Vice strongly believes in the sincere intention of their film which is to spread good vibes among the moviegoers. He expressed, "Ang intensyon namin sa pelikulang ito ay mapatawa kayong lahat at alam kong maibibigay namin sa inyo 'yan." And truly, every moviegoer that goes out of every movie theater has that certain "smile" not only on their lips but it is also kept within their hearts. 


The wacky trio- Vice, Toni and Luis 

Toni Gonzaga talks about her unforgettable scenes in 
"This Guy's In Love With You Mare"



To add more riotous scenes to the movie, Vice, Toni and Luis were also joined by Edgar Mortiz, Buboy Garovillo, Gladys Reyes, DJ Durano, Karla Estrada, Carla Martinez, Ms. Tessie Tomas, Jayson Gainza, Eagle Riggs, Ricky Rivero, IC Mendoza, Dang Cruz, Cecil Paz, Manuel Chua, Ricci Chan, Tess Antonio and Edward Mendez. 

"This Guy's In Love With You Mare," a movie that will tickle your funny bones, still showing in theaters nationwide. For more infos, you can log on to StarCinema or like and visit their Facebook page and follow @StarCinema.



























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