DITO Telecommunity Celebrates 100 Years of Devotion at Peñafrancia Festival 2024

 DITO Telecommunity Celebrates 100 Years of Devotion at Peñafrancia Festival 2024

A showcase of culture and local talent through seamless connectivity

 

Naga City experienced all-out fun and connectivity at this year’s Peñafrancia Festival with DITO Telecommunity. Celebrating a century of deep faith and devotion to Our Lady of Peñafrancia, DITO ensured to make this grand religious event even more joyous with vibrant experiential booths, performances, and engaging activities to showcase Bicolano culture through its collaboration with the City Government of Naga.

Traslacion of Our Lady of Peñafrancia

(Official Page of Naga City Government and Photo by: Gab Relayo)

Miss Bicolandia 2024: A Showcase of Grace and Empowerment

DITO aims to enhance the experience of Filipinos by proudly sponsoring key festival activities. A highlight was the Miss Bicolandia 2024 pageant, celebrating the grace, intelligence, and talents of young women from the Bicol region. The anticipated Coronation Night held on September 11, 2024, concluded with Miss DITO Telecommunity Bicolandia’s, Mikki Angela Barcela being crowned as the Miss Bicolandia 2024.

Mikki Angela Barcela crowned as Miss Bicolandia 2024 and Miss DITO Telecommunity 2024 

(Official Page of Naga City Government and Photo by: Abay Pixels | Aldren Abay)

“DITO is committed to enhancing connectivity and supporting lively communities, and we were thrilled to have been part of this year’s Peñafrancia Festival, bringing exciting activities and our cutting-edge technology to celebrate with the Bicolano community,” said Evelyn Jimenez, DITO Chief Revenue Officer for Consumer Business.

DITO Telecommunity Experiential Hub at the Tagboan Arts Festival

TODO NA DITO Roadshow: Celebrating Bicolano Talent 

The TODO NA DITO Roadshow was filled with exciting competitions of TODO Gaming, TODO Sayawan, and TODO Kantahan which showcased the vibrant talent and spirit of the Bicolano community. The enthusiasm and energy of the participants not only entertained the audience but also created a sense of camaraderie. The champions included Zone of Lunatics for TODO Gaming, RINCONADANZ for TODO Sayawan, and Eden Mae Broqueza for TODO Kantahan, with each category also having deserving runners-up who contributed to the lively atmosphere.

TODO Gaming, TODO Sayawan, and TODO Kantahan Champions with (L-R) Shiela Briones, DITO Area Sales Manager for South Luzon Region, Hon Nelson S. Legacion, Naga City Mayor, Evelyn Jimenez, DITO Chief Revenue Officer for Consumer Business, and Jocelyn David, Regional Consumer Sales Director for South Luzon Region 

Community Spirit Shines on DITO Day

DITO Day took the spotlight at the Tagboan Arts Festival on September 21, 2024. The day was filled with fun activities and events, including the TODO NA DITO Roadshow, where local talents showed their skills in various competitions and the TODO NA DITO Concert. DITO Day not only marked the conclusion of the festival but also brought the community together for a memorable celebration of culture, talent, and entertainment.

 

TODO NA DITO Roadshow: Celebrating Bicolano Talent 

The TODO NA DITO Roadshow was filled with exciting competitions of TODO Gaming, TODO Sayawan, and TODO Kantahan which showcased the vibrant talent and spirit of the Bicolano community. The enthusiasm and energy of the participants not only entertained the audience but also created a sense of camaraderie. The champions included Zone of Lunatics for TODO Gaming, RINCONADANZ for TODO Sayawan, and Eden Mae Broqueza for TODO Kantahan, with each category also having deserving runners-up who contributed to the lively atmosphere.

MAKI performing at the TODO NA DITO Concert

Unforgettable Night of Music at the TODO NA DITO Concert

The festival came to a grand finale with the highly anticipated TODO NA DITO Concert, which featured electrifying performances from local talents like Ched Valencia and Calle IV. The night reached its peak with a spectacular final performance by MAKI, who captivated the audience with his hit songs, including "Saan?" and "Dilaw." His powerful performance ended the celebration on a high note, giving everyone a truly unforgettable experience. Check this video out to get a glimpse of the TODO NA DITO celebration!

DITO Telecommunity remains committed to supporting Filipino culture and tradition, while offering innovative technology and solutions to keep local communities connected. For more details about DITO, check out @DITOphofficial on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok or visit https://dito.ph/.  

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Pre-order iPhone 16 at Power Mac Center, get it first at midnight

 Planning to upgrade your iPhone or finally make the switch? Get the most bang for your buck when you pre-order the latest iPhone 16 series at Power Mac Center (PMC), and be among the first to get your hands on it as select stores will open upon launch.

The premier Apple partner is once again offering irresistible deals that make the iPhone affordable, accessible, and possible for all. For starters, customers have various convenient options to pre-order: in-store at any of the over 120 PMC or The Loop branches, online via the Web Store <powermaccenter.com> or The Loop Shopee Mall, and the SM Malls Online app. Pre-orders will end on October 16, 2024 at 11:59 PM for online platforms, and on October 17, 2024 once mall closes (for in-store pre-orders).

“This year’s new iPhone launch is even more extra because our strong presence in the provinces has allowed us to bring the excitement of the midnight launch to our loyal customers outside the metro. Now, they can pre-order to secure their preferred iPhone 16 device and get them the moment they hit stores. Our midnight launch will happen simultaneously in four PMC locations,” said Joey Alvarez, PMC Director for Marketing and Product Management.

Perks of pre-ordering an iPhone 16 series device

Customers of the Web Store can get up to P10,000 off on any iPhone 16 series device when paid using non-installment modes of payment. In-store customers can choose to pay via non-installment modes or credit card installments of three months only in order to get up to P10,000 off SRP.

Enjoy the free Before Anything Else Dual Port 30W Wall Charger at all Power Mac Center and The Loop stores including Web Store, Lazada, Shopee, and SM Malls Online. You can also take a 30% discount on participating Apple and non-Apple accessories. Terms and conditions apply.

Above offers are valid for all iPhone 16 series pre-orders made from October 10-17, 2024 and launch weekend purchases from October 18-20, 2024 for walk-in clients.

Device trade-in is also available, with exclusive offers from October 10-31, 2024. Get up to P54,700 trade-in value when you trade in a previous iPhone 15 device or up to P1,000 extra trade-in value when you trade in your previous iPhone 14, iPhone 13, iPhone 12, or iPhone 11 device and purchase any iPhone 16 model.

PMC’s official service arm, Mobile Care, is giving customers extra one (1) year of unlimited diagnosis when they purchase the new iPhone 16. Official training arm Basecamp, meanwhile, will provide complimentary training by its Apple Certified Trainers for iPhone 16 customers.

As many use their phones for both work and play and prefer to invest in premium quality with unmatched performance, Power Mac Center continues to make the iPhone easy to own. It is tapping the country’s top banks and credit providers again to extend customers various options that turn payments lighter. Stay tuned for offers from partners including Unionbank, Metrobank, Security Bank, GGives (GCash), and Home Credit.

On top of the available payment methods and offers, customers who are members of PMC’s loyalty program “1 Infinite” can use their points to pay for purchases (1 point = P1). For the full pre-order mechanics and list of 16 Treats from Power Mac Center for iPhone 16, visit <powermaccenter.com/pages/iphone-pre-order-mechanics>.

Get it first at midnight

The new iPhone 16 series will be launched at midnight of October 18 in four key PMC locations, namely, Greenbelt 3, SM Mall of Asia, Robinsons Galleria Cebu, and SM Lanang Premier in Davao. Expect performances from the country’s top musical artists, interactive games to win special prizes, and the heart-thumping countdown to the store reopening as midnight strikes. Score amazing giveaways when you join the festivities starting at 9 PM on October 17.

Power Mac Center customers can be among the first to experience the latest iPhone as 30 stores nationwide will open at 12:01 AM on October 18. Check online for details.

As a special treat to loyal customers for the past three decades, PMC is holding its “Miles and Milestones: The 30th Anniversary Raffle” promo. All pre-orders and purchases of the iPhone 16 are qualified to earn entries for a chance to win a brand-new BYD ATTO 3 Dynamic Electric Vehicle and other exciting prizes! Simply sign up for membership to 1 Infinite, in-store or via this link. Once confirmed, make a minimum single-receipt purchase of at least P30,000 until December 31, 2024.

iPhone 16 pre-order and launch brand partners include ADAM elements, Anker, Before Anything Else, Belkin, Cygnett, and PanzerGlass. Participating major sponsors are LAUT and QDOS, and minor sponsors include AMAZINGTHING, Energea, Mophie, OtterBox, STM, Woosh!, and Zagg..

Stay tuned for further announcements in the OFFICIAL Power Mac Center accounts on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, Viber, and YouTube, as well as The Loop Ph Facebook and The Loop Ph Instagram.

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