announcements
Infinite Possibilities
Attend the Education UK Exhibition on 2 & 3 March 2012, 2:00PM to 7:00pm at the Rose and Peony Rooms, New World Hotel Makati City (across Greenbelt 3), Esperanza Street cor Makati Avenue, Ayala Center, Makati City!
We bring colleges and universities from the UK to Manila- where you will get the chance to apply directly, or simply look into the academic opportunities available to you.
If you are simply thinking about studying overseas, this is the best place for you to ask for information, where you will get the answer straight from official UK university representatives.
Admission is FREE!
Pre-register and attend the event to get a chance to win an iPad 2 or an iPhone 4S!
Poster Design Contest
Using the design theme “infinite possibilities,” design a poster that portrays and represents the opportunities offered by a UK education. The contest is open to residents of the Philippines aged 12 years old and above. Submit an original work, 8.5 x 11 inches, in jpeg or gif format by email to francesca.santiano@britishcouncil.org.ph.
Send in an entry and you may win an silver iPod Nano and a Solo HD Beats by Dr. Dre headset!
For more info, visit the British Council website.
Starbucks Happy Hour
Starbucks Happy Hour, you ask?
Yeah, it kinda struck me as weird, too. But upon reading the standee, you’ll find out why.
Get your frappuccinos at half price from the 2nd of May up to the 8th, at 12 noon to 2pm.
regular programming
Funny how things often work out. Just when I had posted my previous entry, I decided to go over to Globe over at the Podium to check on the status of my phone. Lo and behold, there it was waiting for me — a brand new iPhone 4.
No more POTD on hold… and we’re back to regluar programming.
life on hold
Over the next few days (I can’t really say how long), my POTDs will be on hold, as I have sold my iPhone 3G in the hopes that Globe will finally come up with the iPhone 4 I’m supposed to get from them. Of course, they have no assured date… so til that time comes, I’ll be posting random photos from my other cameras, starting with this one:
Tronix Photo equipment: free use
I stumbled across something interesting in my mailbox tonight: free use of photo equipment from Tronix. Of course, I had never heard of this brand, before clicking on the unread email. But then again, I have never been one to really study on photo equipment, apart from cameras and lenses, so I can be counted among the ignorant.
Lumix LX3 firmware update
Attention all Lumix LX3 owners. Our favorite little toy has released a firmware update for us to take advantage of. Much like the iPhone upgrade to 3.0 firmware, the Lumix 2.0 firmware offers a lot of new things for the camera. Among the most notable:
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Improved auto white balance performance. - Auto Focus speed-up.
- Recording function with an aspect ratio of 1:1 has been added.
- A white balance (WB) bracket function has been added.
- [HIGH DYNAMIC] has been added to scene mode.
- The exposure compensation and the auto bracket compensation can now be set up to ±3EV.
- Position of the guide line can now be set.
- It is now possible to display the highlights in playback mode.
- Digital red-eye removal has been modified.
For a detailed description of the improvements, as well as what’s in store for the firmware upgrade, click here.
But if you’re ready to jump in head first and download the firmware, here’s the download link, with a detailed instruction of how to install the upgrade.
Cyber-Shot TX-1 Online Blogger Search
My friend emailed this newsletter from Sony…
Sony is taking the digital imaging technology to the next level with its introduction of the new Cyber-shot TX1 and Party-shot accessory. Taking great photos under various situations has never been this exciting and fun.
Submit your favorite bloggers under the Tech, Fashion, Travel and Food categories and get a chance to win a Sony Cyber-Shot.
Submission of nominees is from September 15 to 30, 2009.
Only the best will be captured on October 15, 2009.
It’s another attempt to build a database of bloggers by dangling a carrot in the guise of a digicam. But hey, who am I to complain. If I found myself in one of the categories, I would probably be submitting my blog too.
Panasonic Lumix GF1
Over the past few months (or perhaps even the past year and change), I have noticed a shift of preference for a lot of photographers — mostly enthusiasts and semi-pro shooters, myself included. Whereas a couple of years ago, my trusty, yet aging DSLR would always be by my side (or on my back along with a lot of other gear), I now find myself sporting a much smaller case… and, naturally, a much more compact piece of equipment to go with it — my Lumix LX3. Of course, with a smaller camera, there are more limitations, but I felt that it didn’t seem necessary to bring my bulky DSLR to drinking sessions or small get togethers. Besides, with the Panasonic range of compact cams, you get a piece of equipment that acts like an SLR minus a lot of the weight and size.
Of course, with this compact camera renaissance, there is bound to be a lot of tinkering and toying for improvement. And today, Panasonic announced the launching of its newest baby, the Lumix DMC-GF1.
While I haven’t gotten my hands on this little bad-boy for a test run, I’m pretty positive that it will perform just as well as the LX3, if not better. For the meantime, here are a few photos I have dug up:
[Panasonic Lumix DMCLX3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1]
For more info (like a proper gadget review), check out DPReview’s take on the new Panasonic camera.
The new iPhone 3G[s]
iPhone lovers, here’s a bit of good news… and some bad news too.
Apple has launched it’s new iPhone calling it the iPhone 3G [s]. Of course, with a new iPhone version comes a whole lot of new functions. Among the more notable additions are:
- Improved speed — faster launching of apps
- Video function
- 3.0 megapixel camera
- up to 32g capacity
- Cut-Copy-Paste function
- Landscape Keyboard
- Internet Tethering –sharing the internet connection from your laptop
- Accessibility
- Search function across the iPhone
Of course, Apple promises much more with their new and improved iPhone. For more info, you can read this.
I know most iPhone 3G owners are groaning because of the cooler new functions that the new model offers… but that’s just the way technology works. And, as a bit of consolation (for me, as well), there will be a Software Update (3.0) for old iPhone owners coming this June 17… and some of the new functions will be included in the update — including the much sought after Cut-Copy-Paste function.
wanted: old soles
Over 100 participating Adidas stores are accepting your old soles. In exchange, you can get as much as PhP 1,000 off on a brand new pair of your favorite Adidas kicks.
Simply bring in your old (but functional) rubber shoes (of any brand) and turn them in. You can get PhP 500 off any pair of Adidas worth PhP 1,500 – 2,999, or PhP 1,000 off the Adidas shoes worth PhP 3,000 and above.
Oh, it’s also for a worthy cause, as your old shoes will go to the Pamulaan Center for Indigenous Peoples’ Education
But you gotta hurry, as the promo period lasts up to May 17 only! So rummage through your closet and find that old pair of rubber shoes that you don’t use anymore and trade in your old soles for some brand new kicks.
new apple iPhone in the works?
As usual, Apple is coming up with a bigger and better (?) version of one of it’s great products. The Apple iPhone 4G will supposedly come with the following features:
- 80GB or 120GB flash drive
- Widescreen 1540-by-480-pixel resolution at 163 ppi
- Camera with 8.0 megapixels
- Video recording
- Text editing with copy/paste
- MMS messaging
- Adobe Flash Player
I just hope some of the functions will be made available through a software update.
First seen on www.deaddog.com/
Island Cove Adventure
Once again, Yehey has come up with another fun and exciting event for our special blogger friends out there.
Come this March 5, 30 bloggers will be treated to a day of adventure and games as they make their way to a great local destination: Island Cove. Bloggers will get a tour of the property, sample some of the food, take home some goodies and most importantly, challenge their will and pit their skills against each other in a team race across the huge estate.
Watch out for more updates.
More information.
Attention all bloggers!
Make sure to bring your cameras, shades, swimsuits and extra clothes. You’re gonna need it!
prodigal father
Most of us are familiar with the parable of the Prodigal Son. Right now, I feel like the tables have turned.
After much promise to be mindful and conscious of our TeamYehey Blog, I have fallen into a rut of forgetfulness and neglect, leaving one of my baby projects gathering dust, so to speak.
As I have just written in one of the new posts, it has been a while — two months to be more precise (the exact number of days I can’t determine… or am just too lazy to count). But with a renewed sense of fidelity and vigor, I will strive to update the blog. Hopefully with the rest of the team, so as to let all of you in, on what’s going on.
Shoot to Move the Nation
The Outlook Pointe Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting and creating initiatives anchored on passion for country in the areas of Arts, Education, Environment, Enterprise, and Alliances is currently holding a photo contest entitled Moving Stills | Shoot to Move the Nation.
Your assignment: to “Capture the dignity of the Filipino worker in one frame”.
You can download the Application Form or visit their website for more info on the contest.
Yehey! Popinoyan
In case you still haven’t done so, you can register for Yehey!’s Christmas party and celebrate what it is to be Pinoy. And if you’re one of the first 50 to get in line, we’re also giving you a chance to come up with Pinoy Pop culture taglines / statements that you can place on a t-shirt for you to take home.
So if you’re proud to be Pinoy and want a chance to take home a few cool prizes, as well as celebrate with Yehey!, make sure to register for the party!
Whip up Your Own Super Bowl!
Another blogger event is coming up… and this time around, you get to try out some of the new dishes that Super Bowl of China is offering, as the Chinese resto is adding a number of gustatory delights to their already spectacular menu.
Be one of 30 bloggers that will get an invite to this flavorful event by registering here.
RSVP: Kankan Ramos or Jona Oboza at 910-6427/0917-8687438 or email superbowl@teamyehey.com
bookworms and bloggers
Attention all bookworms and bloggers! Yehey! and Fully Booked will be holding a one of a kind event this November 28 at Fully Booked Bonifacio High Street.
Give your brain a bit of a workout and exercise your biggest muscle.
If you feel that you want to be part of this, email fullybooked@teamyehey.com, RSVP Kankan Ramos or Toni Alvarez.
You can also find more info over at the microsite.
are you a creative genius?
What do you do if you’re an overly creative genius? Some people write songs. Others, paint. Some sketch. And some go on their computers and work their magic.
As I was scouring some of the posts in PhilMUG I came across an interesting topic. But rather than explain it (and ruin it in the process, I’ll just post the basic idea behind the site:
Basically, come up with a sketch / artwork, then upload it. People vote on your design. If they like it, your design ends up on a t-shirt. Of course, you get credit for your work, as well as royalties for all your trouble.
Don’t believe me? Check out InkSquad
Ecovillage Design Education (EDE)
Our friends over at Happy Earth asked for a bit of help to spread some information on Climate Change Adaptation. So here’s some info that you may find useful. After all, this affects all of us.
Ecovillage Design Education (EDE)
Climate Change Adaptation Coarse on April 2009
The Ecovillage Design Education (EDE) is a climate change adaptation course hosted by the Happy Earth Organization in partnership with Gaia Education and the Global Ecovillage Network. The (EDE) curriculum is an official contribution to the United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development 2005-2014.
This one month live-in course is a holistic interweaving of the 4 human dimensions – worldview, ecological, social, and economic. It will use a structured learning experience approach where students will get to apply new knowledge in solving the relevant problems of our time. The medium of instruction will be in English.
Some samples of course topics include:
WORLDVIEW:
The Ecozoic, Spiral Dynamics, Art & Community, The Great Work Movement, Group Rituals & Meditation, Socially Engaged Spirituality.
ECOLOGICAL:
Urban & Rural Ecovillage Design, Restoring Nature & Rebuilding After Disasters, Survival Food, Permaculture, Household Renewable Energy Systems, Aquaphonics, Ecological Waste Management.
ECONOMIC:
Bioregional Planning, Ecosystem –Based Community-Centered Accounting, Alternative Currency, Fair Trade, Right/Sustainable Livelihood.
SOCIAL:
Conflict Resolution, Life Education, Strengthening the Community Bond, Transition to Sustainable Living in Existing Communities, Individual/Community/Planetary Healing, Social Agreements.
For more information, please email Penelope Reyes-Velasco at penelope@happyearth.info or log on to www.happyearth.info
Isang Lahi: Pearls from the Orient
Isang Lahi: Pearls from the Orient, the new docu-drama directed by JP Tanchanco recently held an intimate presscon at the Greenbelt My Cinema.
[Joel Torre with Isang Lahi Director JP Tanchanco]
Some local press got a glimpse into what the film offers. And from what I saw, the reality docu-drama has a lot of promise.
The film tries to answer the basic question: “What makes one happy?” through four mini-movies with inspiring stories of Love, Wealth, Health and Success, depicted by some of the countries leading film and TV actors — Joel Torre, Mark Gil, Juan Rodrigo and Aiza Seguerra.
The docu-drama “Isang Lahi: Pearls from the Orient has been submitted to several international film festivals abroad, and will be making its international screen debut soon.
Pacquaio vs Dela Hoya: PACountdown
The biggest boxing spectacle of our generation is coming up in less than a month: ‘The Dream Match’ pitting Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao goes up against the taller, hall of fame bound Oscar “The Golden Boy” Dela Hoya.
Of course, Yehey! is adding a bit more fun to add to the anticipation for this tremendous sporting event.
Get all the latest news, check out some photos, participate in the forums and use your Bretas
Apple Philippines
Yehey! Apple is finally opening up their online retailing locally. You can now purchase your favorite Apple products online, via their local shopping mall. I got this alert in my email and decided to check out what it was all about.
It’s the same as ordering from the US — shipping and all. But now, you don’t have to wait too long (1-2 days) AND you don’t have to get screwed by the foreign exchange rates. There is, however, a shipping fee of PhP 400.00… unless you purchase items worth PhP 3,000.00 or above.
Now I’m really tempted to get their Apple Remote and Wireless Mighty Mouse
Flapjacks Greenhills
Flapjacks just recently opened their newest branch in Greenhills, right beside the Theater Mall.
As expected, the food was delish.
