Japanese Ed Tech Platform To Power the First Philippine Online High School

QUIPPER, a Japan-based e-learning platform, has partnered with Little Me Academy to launch the Academe Philippine Online High School, the first online open high school in the country. This is an effort to provide an accessible, affordable online education to Filipinos in grades 7 through 10.

QUIPPER ensures a rigorous and engaging digital curriculum that is also aligned to Philippine's K-12 Basic Education Curriculum. Lessons are modular and are accessible anywhere and at anytime; thus, learners can work whenever they want and at their own pace. This is helpful for students who have fallen behind, optimal for those who want to get ahead, and accessible for any Filipino learner.

A large percentage of high-school age students and a considerable number of adults lack access to high school education due to several personal limitations, including location, work, and physical ability. It is difficult for the traditional classrooms to accommodate these learners. But in an online learning environment, high quality education is fully accessible to students, regardless of their backgrounds.

An Online High School To Be Launched with a Celebrity Singer/Songwriter TJ Monterde

On October 23rd, artist/advocate TJ Monterde will help launch the Academe Philippine Online High School (APOHS), the first online open high school in the Philippines designed for learners in grades 7 through 10.

TJ, aside from being a chart-topping singer-songwriter, is also an education advocate. "My parents brought me up to prioritize my studies…

This strong foundation empowered me to make my own mark in the world inside and outside the music studio. No matter what we do and where we come from, we should all have the opportunity to a good education, to preparation for the real world.

"Yet sometimes, our passion, location, age, or background becomes an obstacle to getting that opportunity. But with the Academe Philippine Online High School, these obstacles are overcome," TJ enthused. "You see, education should be beyond borders. The APOHS makes it possible."

APOHS ensures the highest quality digital curriculum that is rigorous, engaging and aligned to Philippine's K-12 Basic Education Curriculum, through a partnership with QUIPPER. The school's online structure allows for flexibility, accessibility, and affordability, which are ideal for the present-day, independent, Filipino learner.

To express his support for the cause, TJ will headline the APOHS's Grand Launch on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 to speak about the advocacy and perform his own music. He hopes to serve as a source of inspiration to Filipino audiences, using the influence of his music to further a significant cause for the nation's betterment.

A School in Cagayan de Oro Will Launch an Online High School, Programmed for Out-of-School Youth

On October 23rd, Little Me Academy will launch the Academe Philippine Online High School (APOHS), the first online open high school designed for Filipino students in grades 7 through 10. This is an effort to provide high school education to the thousands of out-of-school, high-school age Filipinos who lack access because of location, disability, age, finances, and other factors.

As of last year, it was confirmed by the Philippine Statistics Authority that one in every ten Filipinos aged 6 to 24 is an out-of-school youth, which translates to around 3.9 million kids. The APOHS aims to address a large portion of this number that lacks a high school education through its 100% online, accessible, affordable, and highly flexible online learning platform.

This is made possible through a partnership with QUIPPER and a supportive faculty consisting of Little Me Academy's instructors. QUIPPER, a Japan-based e-learning platform, ensures the highest quality digital curriculum that is rigorous, engaging and aligned to Philippine's K-12 Basic Education Curriculum. Meanwhile, Little Me's community of specially trained instructors and counsellors help keep students on track with daily reminders, check-ins, tutoring, live instruction and corrective feedback.

Aside from out-of-school youth, the APOHS aims to serve as the ideal flexible learning option for Filipinos from various other backgrounds, too. "These include local talents engaged in outside pursuits, children who frequently travel with their families, housebound or working students, and so much more," said Little Me Academy's Chief Education Officer, Teacher Ram Olandesca. "It is difficult or nearly impossible for the traditional, brick-and-mortar classroom to accommodate these learners. But in an online learning environment, these limitations - from location to physical ability, from availability to age - are overcome."

The Marriage Between Tech and Fashion = The Ultimate User Experience

Trendsetters have always paraded their smartphones as bold fashion statements, but the design philosophy behind a style-setting smartphone goes way beyond just colors and looks. The sensory touch, grip and the shape of the phone are also key factors that go into the ultimate smartphone experience.

Clearly building a modern smartphone is no simple task. Underneath the exterior, a multitude of unknown challenges require thinking outside the box, such as compact structural stacking, specific component design, and a host of advanced technical conundrums.

The new Vivo V11 and V11i highlight the smartphone maker’s commitment to predicting and fulfilling consumer needs. Every aspect of the phone has been carefully considered – the result is a finely-crafted and precise marriage between tech and fashion.

Display size matters: Elevating the user experience through the 6.41-inch Super AMOLED Halo FullView^TM Display that has a 19.5:9 aspect ratio

Screen size really matters, because a wider screen delivers a genuinely better viewing experience. The Vivo V11 features 1.76mm bezels on both sides and 3.8mm bezels at the bottom, achieving a 91.27% in screen-to-body ratio. Not only that, Vivo also successfully minimized the Vivo V11’s notch, which houses only a single 25-megapixel camera, to achieve a near bezel-less display without sacrificing the selfie camera. Furthermore, the earpiece is also placed at the top of the phone which eliminates extra space and maximizes the benefits of a wider screen.

Super AMOLED Halo FullView^TM Display

Providing a vivid-looking display is also critical, especially when users today use their smartphones to watch videos on-the-go. The Vivo V11 comes with a Super AMOLED display that is equipped with E2, a top-grade luminescent material which allows visuals to turn out vivid and bright. The P3 color gamut of the phone also helps to enhance color display -- this works when the sRGB images are accurately displayed on the P3 screen, covering 99.5% of the DCI-P3 and 99.9% of sRGB color gamut. Users can now enjoy pictures with accurate real-life colors, while displaying pics of their truly vivid memories.

Top notch with a single 25-megapixel camera

All about the screen-to-body ratio

The screen-to-body ratio of a phone should not be overlooked as it is key to providing a compact design without compromising on comfort. Ultimately, a bigger screen provides no enjoyment if it can’t be held comfortably on the go. In order to create the perfect design combination of function and form, Vivo has analyzed thousands of palms to create the ideal phone form factor. The designers had to meticulously polish and fine-tune the curves to ensure a perfect fit for all different hand shapes.

High screen-to-body ratio with a perfect fit

The front side of Vivo V11 has a sleek unified design that stands out from all other smartphones. To amplify the fashionable aspect of the phone, In-Display Fingerprint Scanning effortlessly delivers what is a complex security feature. Using a sensor hidden under the screen, it verifies the user’s identity by accurately recognizing the reflected light from the fingerprint. This not only means that users will get a seamless view of the phone from top-to-bottom, it is also much more accessible as unlocking the phone will only require a simple ‘tap’ on the screen.

Sleek back cover design takes tech fashion to the next level

The back of the phone is just as important as the front, as it can help to accessorize anyone’s everyday look. The back is so often overlooked, and while there are many phone cases on the markets that can beautify the back of a phone, this often means compromising on comfort due to the bulkiness of the casing. The craftsmanship of the Vivo V11 is a thoughtful value-add that highlights Vivo’s attention to detail in providing a holistic combination of comfort and beauty for consumers.    

The Vivo V11 comes in two unique fusion colors that look sleek and futuristic. The first color is Starry Night which is inspired by glistening stars after dark.  

The second color is Nebula. Vivo created this color by using multiple dyeing processes to produce the striking blue and purple gradient, reminiscent of the beautiful hues of the real-life Nebula’s of our universe. 

Starry Night color

Nebula color

Marrying the elements of tech and fashion is a strong evidence of Vivo’s commitment to provide consumers with the ultimate user experience. The Vivo V11 is a revolutionary product of the brand that further emphasizes that tech and beauty can go hand-in-hand and without compromise.

About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top 3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the following Vivo sites
Vivo Philippines
Vivo Philippines' Facebook
Vivo Philippines' Instagram
Vivo Philippines' Twitter

Vivo continues to significantly rise in the rankings of the Philippine smartphone market in the 2nd quarter of the year. According to the Counterpoint Research: The Quarterly Market Monitor Q2 2018, the premium brand has gained substantial market share of 16% in the Q2 2018

Vivo’s market share increases from 8% in Q2 2017 to 16% in Q2 2018

It’s the extensive marketing efforts of Vivo that had propelled the brand’s ranking in the market. From on ground events such as mall and school tours, digital marketing endeavors like the YouTube Fan Fest, viable campaigns and promos, sustainable media relations, as well as corporate partnerships elevate Vivo to be one of the best in the consumer mind share.

Vivo had mall tours with its top endorsers like Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo at SM Supermalls and Ayala Malls

Vivo visited school tours to bring big bands like 6 Cycle Mind to campuses in the metro

Vivo was the smartphone partner of the YouTube FanFest last May where award-winning vlogger Wil Dasovich gave one V9 Velvet Red to a lucky fan

Vivo smartphones had made appearances on the covers of Metro magazine featuring Elisse Joson and the proverbial KathNiel loveteam 

Vivo inked a partnership with PLDT Enterprise and Smart Communications, Inc. to offer unlimited data plan for X21

Vivo has always been a reliable innovator. The brand is committed to understanding the needs of its consumers through in-depth research.

The much-coveted Vivo NEX features an In-Display Fingerprint Scanner and an 8-MP Elevating Front Camera

With quality features such as Hi-Fi music that improves quality to the handsets’ sound, over 20-megapixel front cameras, bezel-less screens with more than 90% screen-to-body ratio with a super slim notch, an Elevating Front Camera, the Screen SoundCasting technology that turns the screen into a speaker, and the Time of Flight (TOF) 3D Sensing Technology that accurately maps objects at up to three meters in front of it, Vivo smartphones are certainly a good investment.

Vivo endorsers Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla take a clear selfie using the Vivo V7+’s 24-MP front camera

Commenting on Vivo’s constant innovation, Vivo Mobile Technology, Inc. Vice President for PR Strategy and Partnerships, Annie Lim said, “We create products that are industry-leading innovations for the consumer, and continue to place world-leading features into our smartphones. We will produce campaigns that will set the benchmark for the smartphone industry.”

The recent launches of their latest premium smartphones, the Vivo V9 last April and the Vivo X21 last June have also helped Vivo’s extensive growth. The V9 is equipped with a 6.3-inch full-view display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 chipset, dual rear cameras, 24MP front camera, and Android 8.1 Oreo, while the Vivo X21 has Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 AIE processor and 6GB RAM, in-display fingerprint scanning technology, and artificial intelligence (AI) shot. These innovations solidified Vivo’s standing amidst competition in terms of market growth as the fastest growing brand in the country during the quarter.

The Vivo V9 is equipped with a 6.3-inch full-view display, 24MP front camera, 4GB RAM and 64 GB ROM, face ID access, artificial intelligence (AI) face beauty, and game mode

The Vivo X21 has 6GB RAM, in-display fingerprint scanning technology, and artificial intelligence (AI) shot

The latest launch of the Vivo V11 last September 11 was also a top feat for the leading global brand. Equipped with 6GB RAM, in-display fingerprint scanning, AI photography using the 25mp front camera and dual rear camera 12mp+5mp, and the Halo Fullview™ Display features with 19.5:9 aspect ratio, it is now possible to have the best smartphone experience through Vivo’s relentless pioneering advancements at just P 19,999. The price is in the mid-range category, but the specs are of supreme quality. With Vivo V11’s promising specs and features, the brand will continue to update and stimulate the curiosity of customers regarding Vivo’s actions for the next quarter. And expect that Vivo will end the next two quarters of the year on a high note.

The launch of the Vivo V11 last September 11 proved that the smartphone brand is taking a big step to the future

The V11 is the latest offering from Vivo. It is equipped with 6GB RAM, In-Display Fingerprint Scanning, Artificial Intelligence (AI) photography using the 25MP front camera and Dual Rear Camera 12MP+5MP, and Halo FullView™ Display features with 19.5:9 aspect ratio

Vivo surprised everyone with the launch of not just their latest phone, the V11, but with another powerful mid-range smartphone at a lower price point: the V11i. The global smartphone brand gave two options for its consumers to ensure the consumers’ best mobile experience. The V11i is another midrange phone priced at just P15,999. It is the first smartphone with “Halo Notch” or Halo FullView™ Screen 19:9 with a 90.4% screen to body ratio in that price range.

The recent release of the new flagship unit gives Vivo an edge and the opportunity to further grow its consumer base with smartphones that provide features that go beyond the usual specs at a reasonable. With Vivo’s pursuit to lead the future through intuitive and personalized mobile experience, the company will surely continue soaring in the Philippine smartphone market.

About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top 3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the following Vivo sites
Vivo Philippines
Vivo Philippines' Facebook
Vivo Philippines' Instagram
Vivo Philippines' Twitter

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Vivo’s Young Stars Troop to the Ritzy V11 Launch

The country’s young and brightest stars aligned and came down to a once-in-blue-moon gathering to support the launch of the Vivo V11 at the Shangri-La at The Fort on September 11, adding more glitz to the brand’s most stellar night of the year.

Vivo’s roster of talents was led by blockbuster actor Daniel Padilla. He was joined by fellow stars Maymay Entrata, Edward Barber, Barbie Forteza, Kisses Delavin, Iñigo Pascual, Julie Anne San Jose, Loisa Andalio, McCoy de Leon, Elisse Joson, Vern Enciso, Verniece Enciso, Maris Racal, Darren Espanto, Ashley Rivera, Kira Balinger, Chienna Filomeno, and KZ Tandingan.

 The night’s entertainers, Julie Anne and KZ, show off the beauty of the Vivo V11 in their social media pages

The launch was kicked off by Julie Anne, also known as the Asia’s Pop Sweetheart, with her powerful medley of Jennifer Lopez songs that pumped up the mood of the guests. KZ, the Soul Supreme, then closed the grand launch with a mini-concert that highlighted her vocal prowess and engaging performance.

Squad goals: A Vivo event is never complete without the signature selfie featuring its endorsers!

The Vivo endorsers, of course, would not let the night end without their traditional selfie with Ms. Annie Lim, the Vice President for PR and Strategy Partnerships, and Ms. Hazel Bascon, the Vice President for Sales. The selfie was taken by Darren who made sure that the Vivo endorsers and executives fit the frame. He used the Vivo V11 that features a 25-megapixel AI selfie camera that produce more vivid and vibrant photos.

Iñigo looking good in a suit and his all-new Vivo V11

The program was co-hosted by Myx VJ Iñigo—along with fellow Myx VJ Ai dela Cruz—who shared the responsibility of making sure the launch stayed the course as planned. Iñigo took on the gargantuan task of hosting the launch although he was a few days away from releasing a new song and a music video. 

 The Enciso sisters are not only fashionable; they are also techy with their Vivo V11.

Fashion vloggers Vern and Verniece, meanwhile, guided the guests visiting the Vivo V11 Experience Area after the star-studded main event launch.

DJ Ashley starts the party at the Experience Area

Ashley, although most known for her comedic acts, showed a different side during the event when she played DJ for Vivo.

 Maris and Loisa are as beautiful as the Vivo V11 in Starry Night and Nebula colors

Maris and Loisa also shared their talent at the launch and sang for Vivo’s partners. Maris showed off a jazzy vibe with her rendition of “Don’t Know Why,” while Loisa charmed with her sweet cover of “Starving.” The partners who were at the event were Google, Twitter, Globe, Smart, Lazada, Shopee, Akulaku, Spotify, Innity, Robinsons Malls, Ayala Malls, SM Supermalls, Under Armour, Home Credit, Cyberzone Group, Vivo Club Ambassadors, and Vivo Fans.

Daniel, the blockbuster actor, took some time off from his busy schedule to throw his support to Vivo

One of the highlights of the V11 night was the press conference of the endorsers where they got to share why they love the latest Vivo smartphone. Daniel could not even stop himself from gushing over the V11, especially its In-Display Fingerprint Scanner.

“Who here has watched sci-fi films that showed the use of fingerprint scanning technology to unlock the smartphone? Twenty years ago, we can only watch these on films… Who would imagine that today, tonight we can do the things that we’ve seen only on films? The Vivo V11 is the future,” he said in a mix of English and Filipino.

Daniel also praised Vivo V11 for its 3400mAh with Dual-Engine Fast Charging and its Qualcomm Snapdragon 660AIE Octa-core processor that improve performance for gamers like him.

“This smartphone is not a joke. It is really super high-tech,” he said.

The blockbuster actor also entertained the Vivo dealers with his suave rendition of “Fly Me to The Moon.”

 Daniel and MayWard entertain the Vivo dealers at the launch of the all-new V11

Maymay and Edward, also known as MayWard, meanwhile, shared their youthful charm at the Dealers’ Night. Their fellow housemate, Kisses, also dropped by and said hi to the guests composed of dealers and distributors.

The stars’ new favorite smartphone, the Vivo V11, is available for pre-order for Php19,999. It is available on pre-order online on Lazada, Shopee, Argomall, and Akulaku as well as on ground at all participating Vivo concept stores and multi-brand stores. Learn more about the Vivo V11: https://shop.vivoglobal.ph/products/v11.

About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top 3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the following Vivo sites
Vivo Philippines
Vivo Philippines' Facebook
Vivo Philippines' Instagram
Vivo Philippines' Twitter

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Vivo V11 is Now Available in the Philippines for Php19,999

The Vivo V11 gives tech enthusiasts a glimpse into the future

Filipino tech enthusiasts nationwide can now enjoy a futuristic and functional beauty at the palm of their hands with the launch of the Vivo V11 retailed at Php19,999.

At this price point, the all-new Vivo V11 features an In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology—a first for the smartphone’s popular V series—on its Super AMOLED Halo FullView™ Display housed in a curved 3D body. With the V11, Vivo continues to prove that high-tech smartphones need not be unreachable in terms of pricing. This is true to Vivo’s desire to make high quality smartphones that most discerning would approve available to all.    

The latest Vivo smartphone is available in two stylish colors of Starry Night and Nebula that show the beauty of the cosmos. The Vivo V11, moreover, already has an impressive 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera and a 25MP front camera. But these hardware specs are further enhanced with the Vivo V11’s AI photography that introduces AI Backlight HDR, AI Low Light Mode, AI Face Shaping technology, and AI Portrait. The Vivo V11 also strengthened its AI capabilities with AI assistant Jovi. Supporting these incredible AI features, V11 is powered by the Snapdragon 660AIE processor with 6GB RAM + 64GB ROM, ensuring ultra-smooth performance.

With these high-tech specs, Vivo V11 is surely the leading smartphone at its price point.

The Vivo V11 is now available for pre-order on ground and online beginning September 11 until 20. When pre-ordered at a participating Vivo concept store or a multi-brand store, every Vivo user will get a gift set that includes bluetooth speaker, bluetooth ear piece, and selfie stick plus additional six months warranty. For online pre-orders, each will get a 10,000 mAh Game Powerbank; a gift set of bluetooth speaker, bluetooth ear piece, and selfie stick; and additional six months warranty for Lazada, Shopee, Argomall, and Akulaku shops.

The Vivo V11 will be available for all starting September 21,2018.

About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top 3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the following Vivo sites
Vivo Philippines
Vivo Philippines' Facebook
Vivo Philippines' Instagram
Vivo Philippines' Twitter

Vivo Surprises All with the Launch of V11i

Vivo surprised everyone with the launch of not just their latest phone, the V11, but with another powerful mid-range smartphone at a lower price point: the V11i.

A closer look at the Vivo V11

The global smartphone brand gave two options for its consumers to ensure the consumers’ best mobile experience. The V11i is another midrange phone priced at just P15,999. It is the first smartphone with “Halo Notch” or Halo FullView^TM Screen 19:9 with a 90.4 % screen-to-body ratio in that price range.

The Vivo V11i is also equipped with high-end specs including a 6.3-inch FHD+1080*2280 In-Plane Switching (IPS) display panel, a Helio-P60 2.0 Ghz processor, Mali-G72 MP3 800 mhz GPU, 16MP+5 MP rear camera, 4GB RAM + 128 GB ROM memory, rear fingerprint, 3315mAh battery, and 9V 2A fast charging, which makes it better at its price point.

The Vivo V11 will feature a halo-like notch to for a more immersive screen experience

Vivo keeps on surprising us with innovative products. We can’t wait for what’s still in store for us in the future.

About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle. In the Philippines, Vivo is the top 3 smartphone brand in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the following Vivo sites
Vivo Philippines
Vivo Philippines' Facebook
Vivo Philippines' Instagram
Vivo Philippines' Twitter