May 2017

COVER

VP/EDITORIAL 

EVOLUTION 

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VP/TRAVEL 

exploring 

Jomalig island 

Travel Guide & TIPS 

You have to cross the ocean to find a slice of beachy paradise. 

Written by: Jean Dalida 

uwaaaaaat! Where did April go? Time flew so fast. We’re already heading to the blooming month of May. And for 

Hthis issue RSQ will take a break so allow me to be your #VPTraveller of the month. I’ll introduce you to a place 

you haven’t heard. Shh. But it’s not a secret place, it’s just under the radar golden island in the middle of the sea! 

Summer is here, and beaches in popular destinations near Manila are going to be really crowded as usual as beach 

bums go gaga over it. *Have ever tried indulging your fantasy of playing castaway on a secluded tropical paradise? 

If you crave some peace and quite, consider this under-the-radar island, Jomalig (/ho-ma-lig/). 

Situated in the southern tip of Quezon Province, 

this island rests like an isolated refuge teeming with 

natural gifts and plenty of spectacular landscapes. 

The golden sand beaches, agoho pine trees, 

refreshing atmosphere and naturally sights here are 

just stunning. This island has just the right mix of 

clear blue water and sand for wannabe castaways. 

The island’s characteristics astound travelers who 

brave the arduous sea journey to get there. Yes 

folks, you heard it right it’s not that easy to get 

to, but the trip will be worth it as you will pass by 

beautiful sceneries and witness the simple life (back 

to basic) in Quezon Province. 

HOW TO GET TO JOMALIG: 

BUS TO REAL + BOAT TO JOMALIG 

From Legarda Terminal, catch a Raymond Bus 

bound for Infanta. They usually have a trip every 

hour and travel time takes about 4-5 hours. (Well in 

our case, we were at the Terminal at exactly 1AM, 

Friday. But we almost missed the last trip on that 

day which is not really good coz we wanted to 

reach Real before 6am. Please be at the terminal 

early evening to purchase your ticket to avoid 

missing the last trip.) Tell the driver to drop you 

off at Ungos Port. (Note: Some buses can’t drop 

you off the port so you need to ride a Trike from 

the highway for P10 to take you there.) There is a 

tiny hut by the port where passengers bound to 

Jomalig usually wait. You also need to sign-up on 

the list of passenger before riding the boat. Ride a 

boat bound for Jomalig. Fare ranges from P200– 

P350 depending on the type of boat. But since it’s 

peak season so we were asked to pay P400. Travel 

time takes about 5-6 hours. There’s a boat that 

leaves for Jomalig at 6:00 am. Some boats serve 

lunch, while some do not. It’s best to bring your 

own food, water and snacks because of the long 

travel time. Bring as many as you can to avoid the 

#HungerGames. 

TIP: The best spot to stay inside the boat is on the 

2nd floor. (Yes, there’s a second layer where most 

passenger stays coz you that’s the place where you 

can lay down and sleep comfortably.) 

VAN TO REAL + BOAT TO JOMALIG 

Vans bound for Infanta, Quezon will pass by Real. 

The terminal is just in front of St. Raymond Station. 

Fare costs P 220-P250. Get off at the Ungos port 

and follow instructions above. 

GETTING AROUND JOMALIG: 

The only way to get around Jomalig is by renting a 

habal-habal (motorcycle). If you’re from the port 

you can ride a habal-habal to your desired spot to 

stay for only P70. You can also rent a motorbike for 

P600 a day. If you wish to go on an island-hopping 

trip, a small boat costs around P1,200 while bigger 

boats could be rented for P4,000 or if you’re in 

group they will asked you to pay 350 per head for 

2-3 best spots. 

TIP: Habal-habal for P600 is a good deal. You do 

have a greater chance to roam around the island 

and enjoy all the best spots in Jomalig without 

wasting too much time. 

WHAT TO DO: 

Quite seclusion has it’s fans, and Jomalig is 

increasingly on the radar of folks who appreciate 

character-filled tropical hideways far from the 

cruise-ship crowd. You can swim, snorkel, 

sunbathe, fish and camp out to your hearts content 

at Salibungot beach or any other beaches in 

Jomalig. 

Folks, it is a kind of place where having nothing 

to do isn’t a complain but a blessing. It’s also a 

kind of place where your toughest decision will be 

relaxing on a shining golden-sand beaches or be in 

a hammock while watching the sunset. 

WHERE TO STAY: 

The best option is to bring your own tent and 

camp out on Salibungot beach for P150 per pax as 

an entrance fee. As of 2017 visitors are no longer 

allowed to camp-out at any of the island’s stunning 

beaches aside from staying in Salibungot beach. 

So please inform the locals ahead of time before 

visiting the island. 

There’s a tourism fee of P150+20 per person. 

There’s also a P150 entrance fee. There were 

several public restrooms near the beach campsite. 

Homestays are also being offered as an alternate 

accommodation with the Locals, prices vary. 

WRAPPING IT UP: 

If you want to be alone, you’ll have no trouble here. 

Need to relax? Stumble across a secluded beach 

where the only footprints you’ll see are your own. 

Jomalig may be lacking many of the accoutrements 

of 21 st century civilazation (such cars ATMs) but 

don’t be fooled by it’s modest demeanor: People 

come here to enjoy the luminescent blue seas and 

to comb secluded beaches for treasures! 

CONTACT PERSONS: 

• Ms. Kelly Bautista of Quezon Province Tourism Office 

- 0922-9491145 

• Mr. Elmer A. Gariguez, Acting Tourism Officer of 

Municipal Tourism Office - (042) 795-0600 

• Ate Lyra (Homestay; if u want) – 09307968665 

• Kuya Chito (smaller passenger boat captain) 

– 09186099822 

• Kuya Joel (bigger passenger boat captain) 

– 09474250594 

• Kuya Jojo (cargo boat ) – (0939) 903 4275 

• Kuya Ariel (van fr. Real to Lagarda) – (0909) 305 9912 

SAMPLE BUDGET BREAKDOWN: 

P195 - Regular Bus from Legarda to Real 

P400 - Cargo Boat Fare to Jomalig 

P400 - Cargo Boat Fare to Real 

P70 - Habal-Habal (from Port to Salibungot Beach) 

P220 - Van from Real back to Legarda 

P100 (x4 for 2 days stay) - meal per pax 

P150 + P20 tourism fee 

P150 beach entrance + tent pitching fee 

TOTAL: P2000 


VP/FOODIE 

The Giving Caravan: 

Coffee Beyond 

Warmth 

FSCE Launches New Social Enterprise, The Giving Caravan. 

People often find the will to achieve a measure of productivity in a steady 

whiff of freshly ground coffee—at times, even find delight in it. True, coffee has 

been known to spark desire, invigorate, and warm hearts, but does it have the 

potential to do more? 

For 360° coffee solutions provider Henry & Sons, coffee can stand as a 

currency that can be harnessed to champion sustainability, and ultimately, help 

our country re-gain its stand in the global coffee spotlight. For Henry & Sons, 

coffee can help welcome a sense of meaning in our day-to-day lives. 

How? Through its new social enterprise, TGC. Meant to support the company’s 

advocacy arm, the Foundation for Sustainable Coffee Excellence (FSCE), TGC 

is set to launch platforms crafted to bring an outpouring of love, and delight 

people with the gift of indulgence, the kind that sends out ripples of kindness 

thru the support of the foundation’s heartfelt initiatives. 

“We worked hard in finding out ways to get more people on-board in helping 

us achieve our foundation’s goals. TGC was borne out of that—and with it are 

a slew of replicable platforms designed to carry out our mission,” shares social 

entrepreneur, coffee explorer and innovator, FSCE Director, and Henry & Sons 

President and CEO Michael Harris Conlin. 

One such platform is The Giving Caravan, a roving vintage Volkswagen café 

that started giving free cups of coffee in the streets of BGC early this year. The 

Caravan is where people can sample Henry & Sons’ Bloom 

Coffee range, a series of specialty coffee crafted with the intent of funding 

programs that make coffee farmers’ lives easier. The two other platforms of 

TGC are The Giving Café and The Giving Cart which will be launched later this 

year. 

Each Bloom Coffee benefits a specific FSCE project: The Giving Well is for 

giving farming communities atmospheric water generators that give them 

access to clean and potable water; Beans for Little Ones help provide mosquito 

nets and vaccines for basic health care of the farmer’s children; Cup to Seed 

helps fund livelihood programs in between harvests; Coffee for Great Minds is 

for giving out educational assistance to those in need; and lastly, Beans within 

Reach help launch activities that connect farmers to local and global buyers. 

“By giving people a taste of kindness, we are hoping to inspire them to share 

kindness and give back in return,” shares Michael. Catch The Giving Caravan as 

it does its rounds and stops over a city near you! 

MNP | artstockroomph 



VP/HEALTH 

Novuhair Summer 

Hair Care Tips! 

Heading to the beach may be the most exciting part of summer! 

It is almost always part of the itinerary this season for most people. Others prefer to 

give in to their adrenaline rush climbing that mountain slope or just about anything 

that gets you that summer tan to fit in the crowd. 

Did you know that spending extended hours under the extreme summer sun can 

pose serious danger to your hair and scalp? The same UV rays that brings damage to 

your skin without proper protection can equally hurt your hair and scalp. 

Below are some of the problems your hair can encounter during the season: 

• Split-Ends - UV rays and extreme high temperature can take their toll on your 

strands. The heat drains the moisture of your hair out causing breakage. 

• Double Trouble – Rebonded or permed hair needs extra attention as high 

temperature well as humidity disrupts the cuticle breaking some of the chemical 

bonds that keep the hair straight or curls and roughing up the cuticle, taking 

away shine and smoothness. 

• Scalp Problem – Scalp may also get sun-burned if you don’t use cover-ups for 

your head. 

• Grease Problem – Summer sun and humidity can bring extra grease on your hair, 

leaving it vulnerable to damage. 

• Chlorine Stress – Swimming in the pool subjects your hair to chlorine. The outer 

layers of the cuticle of the hair opens up when you swim and chlorinated water 

seeps into the center of the hair thus making your hair more brittle. 

• Excessive Salt Water – Salt water can cause the same damage as chlorinated 

ones. Salt water dries on the hair it creates a high-saline solution which can build 

up and cause hair to feel dry, weighed down and hard to manage. 

All these problem can be addressed by keeping your hair clean and showered after 

each activities. Take vitamin supplements that benefits you hair such as Vitamin C 

and Biotin. Getting your hair pampered will also give respite to the sun and chemical 

abuse. Novuhair, nature’s answer to hair loss is composed of 19 Natural ingredients 

with some of the known medicinal plants such as Ginger, Pennywort and Ginseng 

blended with natural essences of rosemary and peppermint. 

Novuhair nourishes the scalp and hair by increasing the flow of nutrients and 

improving blood circulation to the scalp which is very important after subjecting your 

hair from all your summer activities. Novuhair also helps hydrate the scalp, maintain 

the hair’s natural luster and prevent early hair graying, hair dryness and itching. 

#NovuhairSummer 

Novuhair Topical Scalp Lotion, Shampoo and Conditioner are available in all Mercury 

Drug Stores and other leading drug stores nationwide. 

For more information visit www.novuhair.com, like the brand’s official Facebook 

Page at Novuhair Official, follow it on Twitter at @NovuhairNatural and on Instagram 

@novuhairofficial. 

You may also call the Novuhair hotlines at 4136570 and 09228830575 and order 

online at Lazada and regaloservice.com. 

Combat the Summer 

Heat with Vitamin C! 

If you’re thinking of going to the beach or exploring outdoor activities, 

be guided on how Vitamin C can help you during these activities. 

As the temperature rise to a very uncomfortable level this summer, most people 

would rather stay indoors where heat exhaustion can be addressed by airconditioners. 

But it’s a different ball-game if you have to go out and battle the heat, 

this may be the case for most people. 

Heat exhaustion or heat stress is a very common condition during the season. Both 

adult and children are prone to have this problem one way or the other. Heat rash 

may not be far behind as skin irritations from the weather and physiological aspect in 

our body reacts to heat. 

If you’re thinking of going to the beach or exploring outdoor activities, be guided on 

how Vitamin C can help you during these activities. 

Regular vitamin C supplementation reduces the interval of time it takes for your body 

to adjust to hotter environment. This results by reducing the interval of your sweat 

glands in tiring out thus reducing likelihood of heat rash. Research also shows that 

vitamin C supplementation helps the body physiologically respond to heat stress. 

Another seasonal problem would be Sunburn. Vitamin C’s antioxidant properties 

helps in hindering free radical cell damage caused by excessive sun exposure. 

Subjecting yourself to high levels of sun exposure throws a lot of stress on your skin 

and this calls for extra protective measures. Vitamin C is vital for the synthesis of 

collagen, which is one of the most abundant proteins in our bodies and an essential 

component of the connective tissue that holds our skin together. 

Bring those Vitamin C when you travel. Getting on that summer trip may also present 

an obstacle for your immune system as viruses abounds in humid environment. 

Adjusting to changes in the weather and environments depletes your immunity and 

loading up on Vitamin C supplements during these times maybe a wise move. 

Aside from these factors, Vitamin C was also found to reduce histamine effects. 

Heading up to the great outdoors leaves you prone to allergic reactions to the 

environment as well as mosquito bites that leaves stings that causes itchiness and 

irritations. 

In as much as looking after your skin and supporting your immune system, Vitamin 

C plays an important role in generating energy in the body. It is part of a complex 

mechanism in the body that helps to supply nutrients to our cells for energy 

production thereby allowing our body to function optimally at all times. 

After all these summer hurrahs, getting back your original skin tone will not be 

a problem as Vitamin C has a number of ways of making skin lighter. It fights 

free radicals that cause skin aging and darkening. It also increases the levels of 

glutathione and Vitamin E in your body. 

In taking Vitamin C supplements, make sure you are using its safest form. Bewell-C 

Sodium Ascorbate, a non-acidic Vitamin C is safe to be taken in large doses to get its 

full potential. 

Bewell-C Sodium Ascorbate is available in all leading drugstores nationwide and 

on Lazada Online Shopping: http://www.lazada.com.ph/bewell-nutraceuticalscorporation/ 

and on Shopee: https://shopee.ph/Bewell-C-Non-Acidic-Vitamin-Csupplement-500mg-i.18735257.190062900. 

For more updates and promos, Follow 

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VP/COVER 

Arjane’s Beauty 

Bible 

Arjane Amante, an influencer and an avid online gamer. One 

of the prettiest faces in the PH online world now. She shares her 

tricks of trade with us here in Village Pipol Exclusive! 

How is it feel like being an online 

influencer? 

It feels so good, coz i can share my interest 

in life and encourage people that nothing is 

imposible in life. If you love what you're doing 

then keep going until you reach it. 

Any fave food? 

Sisig, tinolang manok 

What is your secret for perfect 

brows? 

Don't pluck them! 

What are your hobbies? 

My hobbies are playing computer games and 

exploring more enjoyable things 

Best travel experience? 

When me and my bff went to Hong Kong and 

Boracay. 

Do you have a default outfit for the 

evening? 

No, I always opted for simple and comfy outfit 

What is your off-duty style? 

Sneakers and denim shorts 

What is your go-to way to wear 

denim? 

I like plain tee and denim jeans or shorts 

What is your favorite workout? 

Leg workout. 

Your best summer destination? 

Boracay as always. 

Arjane’s Top 5 Beauty Tips! 

Use lip tint for natural looking lips. 

Always wash your face before going to bed. 

Light makeup for everyday look. 

Know Your Shade in choosing your 

foundation. Swipe and try it on your 

neck if it is a match or not. 

Drink a lot of water! 

Like & Follow Arjane! 

M | @arjaneofficial 

P | @arjaneamante 

STUDIO: RED STUDIO 

PHOTOGRAPHER: RYAN AGUSTIN 

STYLIST: THE STYLIST CREW PH 

HAIR & MAKE-UP: EDSS BARNILLO 


6 Fashion Trends 

That You Must Definitely Include 

This Summer! 

Florals 

Floral prints don’t always 

have to be perceived as 

“girly,” because this trend 

can be worn in different 

ways including a less 

feminine style. It can 

even be seen in the men’s 

section of a store now! 

Wearing floral prints in 

darker shades and edgier 

styles is officially a trend. 

by Candis Yu & Daphne Siy of Posh Possibilities 

Gingham 

Gingham is back and everyone is 

already starting to wear this classic 

print. Gone are the days when 

gingham was only seen on our school 

uniform. If you haven’t noticed, the 

gingham print is popping up from 

every store in many colors and 

silhouettes possible, and it won’t 

be long before we see this trend 

everywhere. So if you’re looking to 

make a statement this summer, the 

gingham is one print you can wear 

over and over again! 

VP/FASHION 

Summer is finally here! And while 

everyone is busy shopping for more 

off-the-shoulder tops for their 

upcoming beach trip, you should also 

be on the lookout for these trends to 

rock this season! 

Stripes 

Stripes are everyone’s favorite print, 

no doubt. It’s always been on the 

radar, but this time, the trend has 

gotten an upgrade. Even though 

stripes are a classic print, there’s 

always a new way to wear them. 

There are no rules on whether the 

stripes go horizontally, vertically, or 

even in crazy directions. This print 

is the new, cool classic. It’s one of 

the most wearable trends for every 

season. 

Statement 

Earrings 

Remember how big and colorful 

earrings are a trend back in the day? 

We’ve got used to wearing stud type 

of earrings since statement earrings 

may flash too much attention. 

Today, statement earrings come in 

different colors and materials that 

can match any style. This style can 

work well with the current off-theshoulder 

trend, and equally give a 

sexy and modern touch. Statement 

earrings are an easy way to liven 

up a look. Imagine wearing a white 

graphic tee and denim jeans. 

Boring? Pop up some statement 

earrings, and it’s a whole new level! 

Bows 

As fashion becomes more 

romantic again, a number 

of brands are turning to 

their softer side. And aside 

from the feminine florals, 

bows are also a trend you 

can strut in! It’s no longer 

just an emblem for a girly 

style, instead having been 

revived in all manner 

of shapes and sizes, to 

become the new ‘it’ style 

for the season! 

Mule Slides 

Time to pack away your boots! It’s all about easy-to-wear, 

open-toed shoes for the summer. While flip-flops can be the 

easiest way to keep up with the weather, mules are a great 

fashion option for a more put-together look! 



#VPSPOTLIGHTON! 

There are tons of amazing bloggers & influencers out there, and we love having the chance to get to know them a little better and 

introduce them to the Villagers! If you’re looking for a little up-to-the-minute inspirations, whether it’s tech, travel, food, fashion/ 

lifestyle and beauty, you’ve come to the right place! Let the uprising bloggers and influencers in the metro inspire you! And hey Villagers, 

don’t forget to follow them! Written by: Candis Yu & Daphne Siy of Posh Possibilities 

FASHION 

FOOD 

TECHNOLOGY 

Candis & Daphne 

P @posh.possibilities 

Candis and Daphne are your bestie goals! Their 

blog Posh Possibilities showcases their lifestyle. 

What we love about their blog is that their looks 

are always on point and are totally wearable. 

These girls seem quite timid when you first meet 

them but give it some time and you would see 

that they are quite the opposite! 

BEAUTY 

Tesle Telan 

P @tesletelandotcom 

Tesle has always been a sweet friend. She has 

been in the blogging world for quite sometime 

now. Recently, she made another website named 

Hashtag No Diet which showcases her food 

adventures to different restaurants. She gives 

us the temptation to eat just what we want and 

break our diet! Ughh! 

INFLUENCER 

Mark Macanas 

of P @techpinas 

Mark is the guy behind TechPinas, who aims 

to give his readers the best coverage of techrelated 

products by sharing his experiences and 

thoughts about the item. Aside from sharing his 

experiences, he also tells his readers what is the 

new technology available in the market or what is 

the trend in the market! 

TRAVEL 

Rhea Chong 

P @rheacamillechong 

Rhea has a reserved personality when you first 

get to talk to her, but once you get to know 

her, she is actually full of surprises. She is truly 

an inspiration! Beauty with brains is one way to 

describe her. Her makeup looks are so natural 

that you might not notice that she is wearing 

makeup. She totally aced the no makeup look! 

Dhen Cayabyab 

P @dhencayabyab 

Dhen is a shy yet bubbly person. She is the little 

ray of sunshine among her group. You would 

notice her immediately when she is with her 

friends. She totally rocks the simple yet put 

together look! 

Jean Dalida 

P @skinniestjean 

Jean is a funny and easy to be with kind of 

person. She speaks and acts with no filter which 

makes you feel that you have known her for 

quite sometime even though you just met her. 

Recently, she has been traveling to the beautiful 

places in the Philippines which totally gives us 

the envy. Aside from traveling, she has also been 

showcasing her perfectly toned beach body in 

her Instagram posts. Definitely Sexy! 

WANNA BE IN THE SPOTLIGHT? 

Just tag us on our Instagram @villagepipol and use the hashtag #VPSpotlight and you might be featured next! 


VP/FASHION 

Converse Cons ’84 

Thunderbolt Ultra 

Nylon Suede 

Comfort with a dose of nostalgia 

A retro running sneaker originally designed in 1984 is now 

re-designed with advanced cushioning; the Converse Cons 

Thunderbolt ‘84 is made for comfort. It features a suede and 

nylon combination upper, forefoot and heel rubber pods for 

traction and an injected unit sole with a Lunarlon drop-in. 

With its retro star and chevron logo, this version of the 

Converse Cons Thunderbolt is made for those who want easy 

comfort, every day both for men and women. 

The Converse Cons ’84 Thunderbolt Ultra is available in 

obsidian, black and white for only Php 3,990. 

For more Converse Cons designs and styles, visit 

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VP/EVENTS 

Shopee Expands Selection of 

Men’s Products Due to Growing 

Male Online Shoppers! 

While online shopping has traditionally been a female activity, 

the guys aren’t about to get left behind! 

More Filipino males are starting to browse online for better deals skipping shopping 

in traditional brick-and-mortar malls. Shopee, the leading mobile shopping app 

in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, has recognized this new shopping behavior of male 

consumers, who are more meticulous than women when it comes to buying online. 

Macy Castillo, Shopee’s Head of Commercial Business shares, “Apart from gadgets 

that are widely popular no matter the age, the shopping behavior of men in the 

Philippines differ based on age groups. Men aged between 20 and 24 are trend 

conscious and have lower spending power, but shop more often, buying more 

Fashion and Accessories. Men between 25 to 30 spend a bit more on Wellness, 

Hobbies and Sports items; while men between 31-35 who have higher purchasing 

power, buy from our Toys, Kids and Babies category as well as Men’s Skincare. We 

see our dads buying baby bottles and face creams -- products that they are not 

usually seen buying in public!” 

To cater to the different and discerning needs of male customers, Shopee expands 

its product selection with more trusted brands like Belo Essentials, HP, SanDisk and 

Promate,. 

Belo Men Brand Manager Mario Garcia says, “With Shopee, we can tap more 

consumers for Belo Men. It enables us to reach out to our customers and help them 

with their needs and concerns. We are very happy with our partnership!” Joharrah 

Aviles, Promate’s E-Commerce Director of Southeast Asia adds, “Shopee is the 

perfect shopping app for our brand. Not only is it convenient and hassle-free, but 

it is also highly social in nature, which helps us a lot in communicating with our 

customers.” 

For men who are hesitant about shopping online, Shopee’s Live Chat allays fears by 

allowing buyers to easily communicate with the sellers for any questions they may 

have. Users also enjoy Shopee Guarantee, which protects payments until orders are 

delivered. 

Shopee is available at free download from the App Store and Google Play. For more 

information about Shopee, or to start your online shopping experience, 

visit www.shopee.ph 

Is Your Body Ready 

for Summer? 

Are you ready to don that sexy bikini? 

Summer time equates to Sun, Sea and Sand as most people would want to 

hit the beach soon as the heatwave struck. Are you ready to don that sexy 

bikini? 

During this time of the year, a lot of women in particular are into crash 

dieting in order to fit into that bikini or to simply look presentable while 

lounging on the beach. 

A new health supplement line is here to complement your summer body: 

AVALON. Made in Singapore, these supplements are designed to help you 

with your body and health issues. 

Individuals who lack of exercise, have low metabolism rate, diet consisting 

of high sugar and carbohydrates will benefit from AVALON Carb Blocker 

Advance as it blocks 66% of your Carbohydrate Absorption PLUS it also 

block sugar absorption and fat accumulation. This will also Increase 

Carbohydrate & Fat Metabolism and Maintain Healthy Cholesterol & Blood 

Sugar Level. 

Maintain your figure and be healthy with AVALON Aloe Multiple Detox. 

Each capsule contains 25 stems of aloe vera extract which is known to 

speed up body metabolism, expels body toxins out of the intestines, 

softens feces, and induces intestinal movements for swift excretion of 

body wastes & toxins. 

Other AVALON supplements includes AVALON Fat Burner Plus, AVALON 

Advance Cleanse and JustUme Fibre Plum. Exclusively available in 

selected Watson’s Store nationwide. 

Visit free Avalon Nutrition Consultation during Laboracay weekend , 9am 

to 5pm from April 27 to May 1, 2017 at Boracay Sands Station 3 and at 

Wave Bar Hennan Regency from on April 29 and 30 and get a chance to 

win freebies and product samples. 

Know more about AVALON Health supplements by following them on FB: 

https://www.facebook.com/AvalonHealthph/ 


Let CD-R King 

Complement Your 

Summer Activities! 

The sun may be scorching hot but summer will never be hindered as 

we think of summer activities and how to enjoy the season! 

May it be with your family or friends, everyone feels the need to translate 

the heat into fun activities that will guarantee to alter your heat boredom. 

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Some may feel the urge to hit the beach for the much needed Vitamin- 

Sea while others plan to enjoy summer sports workshops. Trekking, 

Canyoneering, Spelunking and other extreme sports are also very popular. 

Here are a list of CD-R King gadgets that will give you inspiration for your 

dream summer pleasure: 

CD-R King Smart Phone 

Stabilizer 

This gadget lets you shoot steady and 

compelling video like a professional 

filmmaker. This gimbal is compatible with 

most smartphones with screens smaller than 

5.5 inches, including iPhone 4, 5, and 6. It's 

a battery-operated handgrip that uses multi 

motors to eliminate the shake by automatically 

adjusting to your movements and allows you to 

shoot motions even while you're running. 

It also operates with a turntable design which 

allows video shooting with your smartphone in 

all position and direction as well as a Tilt Angle 

Joystick that gives you the ability to adjust your 

angle of shooting right at your finger tip. 

CD-R King Action Camcorder 

Capture your extreme activities and record your adrenaline 

rush doing Zip-line, Rappelling, Canyoneering and the likes 

with a hi-resolution camera that lets you shoot handsfree. 

CD-R King Camcorder has built-in Wi-Fi to access via 

wireless, viewing on Smartphones or Tablets. It also has a 

waterproof case that be submerge up to 30 meters deep. 

The package also includes several mounts to adapt to all 

your needs. 

CD-R King Portable 

Fan 

With all these activities planned, 

what else are we missing? These 

portable fans are very handy 

and keeps us cool and refreshed 

under the summer sun. These 

are rechargeable thru USB or 

power it up thru AA batteries for 

continuous usage. 

CD-R King Drone 

Drone users are growing in numbers especially on a sunny day, 

this assures them of an uninterrupted play time which cannot be 

achieved during days wherein imminent rain are standing. 

CD-R King Drone is very portable and lightweight nor bulky and 

can be folded to a six inch size. It has a gravity Sensor and operates 

up to 30 meter control distance. It operates on WIFI connectivity 

and connect to your smartphone via APP to control. It also has a 

real-time transmission FPV system which can capture photos and 

record videos thru an adjustable camera angle. This gadget runs 

on a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery. 

All these gadgets can be 

purchased at a very affordable 

price. Cd-r king believes that 

technology prices should not 

be a hindrance to those who 

cannot afford the pricey stuffs 

and this is what the general 

public has been enjoying. 

Incidentally, CD-R King made it 

easier to get hold of your dream 

gadget as items can now be 

purchased thru Lazada Online Shopping. Visit: http://www.lazada.com.ph/ 

cd-r-king/?q=cd-r+king 

Check their website www.cdrking.com or visit Cd-r King branches near 

you or follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cdkingph 

to find out more. 



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OPPO F3 With Dual 

Selfie Cam Now Official, 

Retails For PHP 16990! 

As a follow-up to the blockbuster success of the F3 Plus, OPPO has 

finally made the F3, the smaller sibling that’s also equipped with a dual 

front camera setup. Written by: Peter Jan Icogo of GIZGUIDE.com 

Unlike its bigger brother, the OPPO F3 won't come with the new antenna band 

design for better signal reception. Instead, it'll share identical design found with 

the ageing F1s / F1s Upgrade. 

Sharper Screen, Decent Specs For A Lifestyle Phone 

Coming from the HD TFT screen of the F1s series, OPPO upgraded the 

resolution found with the F3. It'll now load with a 5.5 inch FHD IPS In Cell w/ 

Gorilla Glass 5 protected 2.5D curved glass on top. 

Inside, it'll be powered by the familiar 64 bit MT6750T octa core processor 

w/ Mali T860 graphics and dual ISP for dual camera support. It'll be paired 

with large 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of expandable storage. The battery was 

upgraded to 3,200 mAh, but it won't have the VOOC super fast charging 

support of F3 Plus. Instead, it'll only be compatible with a regular 2A quick 

charger. Behind, it'll be packed with a 13 MP f/2.2 w/ PDAF and dual tone LED 

flash camera with manual controls. 

Dual Selfie Cameras For Less! 

In front, it'll share the impressive 16 MP f/2.0 w/ AF + 8 MP 120 degrees wide 

angle lens and screen flash. It'll enable you to shoot super wide angle shots 

that's great for groufies and outdoor shots. 

On top of that, the camera software has a good type of beautification levels 

and background blur feature to create bokeh effect. 

The new OPPO F3 will be available nationwide starting May 13, 2017 for 

PHP 16,990. Pre-order starts tom until May 12, 2017! Freebies like Blueooth 

headphones and selfie stick are included. 

Four Reasons Why Vivo 

V5 Plus Is Still The Top 

Smartphone Under 

PHP 20K? 

It’s one of the most common question we often get in our mail. The 

reason behind that is most phones in that price segment are close 

flagship-grade in terms of style, specs, and features. 

Written by: Peter Jan Icogo of GIZGUIDE.com 

To answer that question, the best handset we tested that's officially available in the 

Philippines under PHP 20K is the Vivo V5 Plus w/ dual front camera setup. Why? 

The Build is Premium 

Yes, it resembles the iPhone 7 Plus in antenna band design, but that won't change the 

fact that the Vivo V5 Plus is a well machined handset that feels comfortable to hold. 

It even has a very tough Gorilla Glass protected 2.5D Full HD screen. 

Capable Specs For The Price 

You won't go wrong with Snapdragon 625, Adreno 506, and 4 GB RAM under PHP 

20K. On top of that, you'll get ample 64 GB of storage (not-expandable though) and 

3,160 mAh of battery capacity. In short, this device is heavy gaming and multitasking 

ready. 

Feature Packed 

Apart from being clean, the FunTouch OS 3.0 on top of Android 6.0 Marshmallow is 

loaded with good features. There's the split screen mode for easier multitasking, nice 

type of phone manager, and several gestures for shortcuts. 

Highly Capable Back And Front Cameras 

It's a given fact that the 20 MP f/2.0 Sony IMX376 + 8 MP w/ softlight flash front 

cameras of the Vivo V5 Plus takes awesome selfies w/ bokeh, but the 16 MP f/2.0 

rear camera of this handset also has the ability to take great images. It's also worth 

mentioning that it has a great and complete type of pro camera mode for manual 

photography. 

OPPO F3 Specs 

Display 

CPU 

GPU 

RAM 

ROM 

5.5 Inch FHD IPS In Cell 1920 x 1080 resolution at w/ 2.5D curved glass and 

Gorilla Glass 5 protection 401 ppi 

1.5 GHz 64 Bit MT6750T octa core processor 

Mali T860 

4 GB 

64 GB expandable via micro SD card slot up to 256 GB (dedicated) 

Cameras Rear: 13 MP f/2.2 w/ PDAF and dual tone LED flash; Front: 16 MP f/2.0 w/ AF + 

8 MP 120 degrees wide angle lens and screen flash 

Battery 

3,200 mAh 

OS Android 6.0 Marshmallow w/ ColorOS 3.0 

Connectivity 

Sensors 

Others 

Dimensions 

WiFi, 3G, LTE, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, A GPS, dual SIM 

Accelerometer, light, orientation, proximity, gyroscope, sound, magnetic 

Fingerprint sensor 

153 x 72.5 x 7.3 mm 

Price PHP 16,990 

Vivo V5 Plus Specs 

Display 

CPU 

GPU Adreno 506 

RAM 

ROM 

5.5 Inch FHD IPS In Cell 1920 x 1080 resolution w/ 2.5D curved glass and 

Gorilla Glass 5 protection at 401 ppi 

2.0 GHz 64 Bit Snapdragon 625 octa core processor 

4 GB 

64 GB 

Cameras Rear: 16 MP f/2.0 w/ AF and LED flash; Front: 20 MP f/2.0 Sony IMX376 + 8 

MP w/ softlight flash 

Battery 

3,160 mAh w/ fast charge 

OS Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS w/ FunTouch OS 3.0 

Connectivity 

Sensors 

Others 

Dimensions 

WiFi 802.11 ac, 3G, LTE, Bluetooth 4.0, A GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Dual SIM 

Accelerometer, light, proximity, e-compass, gyrocope 

Fingerprint scanner, AK4376 HiFi DAC 

153.8 x 75.5 x 7.6 mm 

Price PHP 19,990 


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May 2017

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