“nemo dat quod non habet”

I wonder upon an evening star when
an inquiry grew inside my head
 and asked
'What's the best poetry?'

Is it the shooting star 

 on the velvet sky

right when you wish for love?

Is it the alien joys

inside our astronauts

the moment they reach newborn stars?

Is it in you or me?

Or is it something that binds us

in one galaxy?

My heart says 

it’s a voice.

One that shouts:

“I love myself.”

The moon is its mouth and

it’s full when it believes.

art & words: Cristine Despares

Philips Monitors, a global leader in innovative displays, partners with Twentieth Century Fox to promote the release of X-Men: Dark Phoenix in the Philippines. Lucky members of the media were invited to watch this much-anticipated movie. As the official monitor display of the film, Philips Monitors held a special screening of the movie, the latest movie in a beloved movie franchise.

Philips Monitors has always been for the enjoyment of its consumers. It dedicates its business in delivering the best displays for casuals and professionals alike. With Twentieth Century Fox, Philips Monitors continues to bring technology and people together, this time through entertainment and film-viewing. This exciting new film, X-Men: Dark Phoenix, is perfect not only for the big screen, but in Philips displays as well. The film’s special effects are fully realized in Philips’ high-definition monitors.

Philips Monitors Marketing Manager for the Philippines Jack Salamia talked about the growing partnership between Philips Monitors and Twentieth Century Fox. He then unveiled the showcased display units, the E9 curved monitor series, the 32” version of which being raffled off to the media partners who attended.

About X-Men: Dark Phoenix

X-Men: Dark Phoenix follows the story of the X-Men, a group of mutants with superpowers, specifically one of their members, the telepathic Jean Grey. During a mission in outer space, Jean absorbs a mysterious cosmic force that amplifies her mutant powers. Her newfound strength leads her to lose control and become an entity known as the Dark Phoenix. Her growing power posed a threat not only to the X-Men, but also to the world. Now the X-Men has to stop their friend and former teammate from unleashing chaos – but with it comes a heavy price.

X-Men: Dark Phoenix continues the story of X-Men: Days of Future Past and X-Men: Apocalypse. Written and directed by Simon Kinberg, it features an ensemble cast featuring James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Nicholas Hoult, Tye Sheridan, Alexandra Shipp, Jessica Chastain and Sophie Turner in the titular role.

Philips Monitors Promotions

Aside from the movie screening, Philips Monitors also have nationwide cross-promotional activities for consumers. Customers who would purchase any of the participating models of monitors will receive a premium item. Such items include premium X-MEN: Dark Phoenix themed jackets, backpacks, suit shirts and collectible figurines.

Model	Specs	Premium Items
BDM4350UC	4K Ultra HD, IPS, Built-in-Speakers, SmartConnect	X-MEN: Dark Phoenix Jacket
328E9QJAB	Curved, AMD Free-Sync, LowBlue Mode, Built-in-Speakers	X-MEN: Dark Phoenix Backpack
278E9QHSB	Curved, AMD Free-Sync, LowBlue Mode, VA	X-MEN: Dark Phoenix Suit Tshirt
BDM3201FD	ADS-IPS, Full HD, Built-in-Speakers, HDMI	X-MEN: Dark Phoenix Suit Tshirt
248E9QHSB	Curved, AMD Free-Sync, LowBlue Mode, Ultra Wide-Color	X-MEN: Dark Phoenix Figurine
243E9QHSW	VA, AMD Free-Sync, Full HD, Ultra Narrow Bezel	X-MEN: Dark Phoenix Figurine
243V5QHSBA	MVA, Wide Viewing Angle, HDMI	X-MEN: Dark Phoenix Figurine

The promotion is valid until June 15, 2019, and any purchase of the above models are eligible for the promotion when purchased in any of the following participating dealers:

Participating Dealers and Outlets
Manila
Complink - SM Megamall	PC Express - Gilmore	PC Express - SM Southmall
Octagon - SM Megamall	PC Express - Glorietta	PC Worx - Gilmore
PC Chain Super Store - Festival Mall	PC Express - Makati Cinema Square	PC Worx - SM Megamall
PC Chain Super Store - SM North	PC Express - Market Market	ThinkPC - SM North
PC Chain Super Store - Virra Mall	PC Express - SM Mall of Asia	Vivocom - Gilmore
PC Express - Alabang Town Center	PC Express - SM Megamall
PC Express - Bacoor	PC Express - SM North
Cebu
HYW - Cebu	PC Quickbuys - SM Cebu
Joyo Mktg - APM Mall Cebu	ThinkingTools@mall - SM Cebu
Davao
Computer World Superstore - Davao	PC Worx - Davao	ThinkingTools@mall - SM City Davao

Featured Monitor: The 328E9QJAB

Following its mantra of “Innovation and You”, Philips Monitors develops displays that bring only the best viewing experience. Showcased in the premiere was the Philips 328E9QJAB, a 31.5” Curved Monitor with AMD Free-Sync and sleek, narrow bezels. Its ultrawide display allows for comfortable viewing at any angle. It also uses advanced technology that lessens the strain it may cause the viewer’s eyes, letting you extend your Sunday night movie marathons.

328E9QJAB Specifications
Panel Size	31.5”
LCD Type	VA LCD
Resolution	1920x1080
Refresh Rate	60Hz
Response Time	5ms
Chipset Ready	AMD Freesync
Vesa Mount	100x100
Connectivity	VGA, HDMI, Audio In & Out

The 328E9QJAB is part of Philips’ E9 series of monitors, which is available in 24”, 28” and 31.5” models.

About Twentieth Century Fox

One of the world’s largest producers and distributors of motion pictures, Twentieth Century Fox Film produces, acquires and distributes motion pictures throughout the world.  These motion pictures are produced or acquired by the following units of Twentieth Century Fox Film: Twentieth Century Fox, Fox 2000 Pictures, Fox Searchlight Pictures, Twentieth Century Fox Animation and Fox Family.

About Philips

Philips was founded as far back as 1891 in the Netherlands, and has since engaged in more than a century of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Thanks to the company developing timeless business values, Philips has become one of the most highly recognized and trusted brands in the world today. This comes from a tradition of caring about people’s needs, innovating based on ever-changing insights, and working to make a positive change in people’s lives – traditions as meaningful now as they were in the company’s beginnings.

Philips Monitors stand for excellent picture quality, and providing innovative solutions to problems people really care about. To reflect this Philips commitment, Philips has created the slogan: ‘Innovation and You’.

Learn more about Philips Monitors at facebook.com/philipsmonitorsph

 

    SM Supermalls, together with the Department of Tourism (DoT) launched the campaign "Malling is More Fun in the Philippines" last month in most of its branches in the whole Philippines. According to DoT, the campaign seeks to invite locals and tourists alike to experience the joy of shopping in the Philippines. It is grounded on the fact that tourism in the country doesn't stop at its tourist spots, these days, more and more tourists also find pleasure in shopping. 

   As part of the campaign, various activities were held in SM Supermalls. In Cebu City, SM City Cebu and SM Seaside Cebu malls held food fairs and culinary demos. Exclusive sales and contests were also introduced for mallgoers to participate in. I got to visit both malls and enjoy the festivities prepared by SM. 

     One of the spectacular activities that I was able to take part in is the cooking demo at SM Seaside which was spearheaded by Chef Raki Urbina of Cafe Laguna. The skillful chef prepared a couple of sumptuous Filipino dishes (with a twist) and a very interesting drink. 

       

      Chef Raki played with the flavors of the Philippines in front of the Cebuano audience as he introduced a playful twist on the classic Filipino favorites Bistek Tagalog, Palabok, and Ginger- Lemonade juice.

Instead of serving the Bistek in the usual way, Chef Raki served it together with puso (hanging rice). The dish is an instant hit for those who have tried it. Its rich flavor and aroma took the mallgoers to a special part of their childhood.

Pinoy favorite Palabok was served with a twist when Chef Raki decided to roll it in a rice wrapper and created palabok rolls instead of the one served on a plate with its sizzling toppings. 

Chef Raki's very-own ginger lemonade juice is not only refreshing but also very healthy. The drink was served with some slices of cucumber and a dash of mint, but what binded all the flavors together is vinegar - Chef Raki's little secret! This is one drink that I would love to try at home and serve to my family. It's easy to make, and you don't need crazy ingredients to create it. 

   SM City Cebu also held a cooking demo and a food flat lay contest which was open for all mall goers. Contestants were provided with food and tasked to create a creative flatlay with it. I couldn't let the moment pass without joining so I did and fortunately won. 

  The campaign was a success and the series of event held was fun and informative. All thanks to DoT, SM Supermalls, and to the talented chefs who have imparted their skills to the audience. 

    My makeup routine has always been simple, but it has to have lipstick. That's one beauty product that I can't seem to ditch out of my makeup bag for as long as I know. Regardless, any addition to my go-to makeup routine is a pure delight and it gives me satisfaction to be able to try new cosmetic products. It wasn't only until recently that I added blush-on on my everyday makeup. Necessity just didn't call me to apply blush on, but after trying out one of Milani Cosmetics' infamous baked blush on, it is now part of my daily makeup routine and I am absolutely loving it. I was browsing through the twelve shades available for their baked blush and decided to go for the shade called Bella Bellini. 

In this blog, I'll dig deeper on why I love it, and spoiler alert, why I would recommend it to anyone. 

Richly pigmented and highly buildable, the beautiful matte and shimmery shades of Baked Blush are the perfect cheeky pop of color for every skin tone. Sunbaked on Italian terracotta tiles, the warm finish adds a radiance that is the very essence of beauty. Shape, contour and highlight your best features.

The blush came in a vacuumed plastic seal. No boxes. No drama. It comes with a mirror and mini brush which can be seen at the bottom layer after the blush. I love the luxurious feel of its transparent and gold container despite the fact that it's all made out of plastic. I'm not a fan of the brush that they've included, but I'm not mad at it either. It is tolerable. It's a bit hard to open the whole container so you might as well be careful when you open it. Otherwise, you might damage the blush.

I bought mine from an online shop in the Philippines BeautyMNL and it costs 499php ($9.60). On their website, it costs $7.99 plus their shipping fee. Compared to other drugstore blush-on, the baked blush from Milani has a higher price, but I would still say that it's worth it.

    Necessary information about the product is included at the bottom part of the blush çontainer.

💐PRO's:

🌸Available in 12 shades - perfect for different skin tones

🌸gives a subtle healthy glow 

🌸affordable and can easily be bought anywhere especially online

🌸great color and pigmentation

💐CON's:

🌼None so far :)

In totality, I love Milani's baked blush and I am totally happy with my shade of choice. It's a pretty blush to use when you want to achieve that healthy glow without making your cheeks look too pink or too red. I would say that the blush is also great for bridal makeup. 

Have you tried using Milani Cosmetics'baked blush? How's your experience with it? Which Milani Cosmetics would you like to try?

Hope this review serves you well.

love lots,

Tin