PHP 1 MILLION WINNER! HONOR 600S SM Shopping Spree Winner from Davao!

HONOR Philippines has officially announced the lucky winner of its HONOR 600S PHP 1 Million Shopping Spree Promo, awarding PHP 1 million worth of SM Shopping Spree to Mary Ann D. Asis from Bankerohan, Davao City.

The winner was revealed during the live raffle draw held today, marking an exciting milestone in HONOR’s celebration of the HONOR 600S launch in the Philippines.

Through the promo, HONOR gave customers who purchased or pre-ordered the HONOR 600S during the promotional period the opportunity to win PHP 1 million worth of shopping at SM Store.

Congratulations to Mary Ann D. Asis on this exciting win!

Lenovo Adds Extra Cheer to Holiday Shopping with Up to ₱5,000 in SM Gift Pass

The holiday season is all about finding gifts that people will love and use. This year, Lenovo Philippines is making those thoughtful purchases a little more rewarding with its Lenovo Holiday Promo 2026, offering SM Gift Pass worth up to ₱5,000 with purchases of select Lenovo devices.

Running from October 15 to December 31, 2026, the promotion gives customers who purchase qualifying Lenovo laptops from authorized resellers an additional holiday treat, with SM Gift Pass worth ₱1,000 to ₱5,000 depending on the participating model.

Whether shopping for a student, a working professional, a gaming enthusiast, or someone looking to upgrade their everyday tech, customers can explore eligible devices across Lenovo's IdeaPad, Yoga, LOQ, and Legion lineups.

Participating IdeaPad models come with SM Gift Pass ranging from ₱1,000 to ₱2,500, while select Yoga devices qualify for ₱2,000 or ₱3,000 worth of SM Gift Pass.

For gaming enthusiasts, eligible Lenovo LOQ models come with ₱2,000 in SM Gift Pass, while participating Legion laptops offer ₱3,000 or ₱5,000. The highest reward of ₱5,000 is available with the qualifying Legion Pro 5 16IRX10.

The extra treat can help make the holidays even sweeter, with the SM Gift Pass accepted at a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment establishments. These include The SM Store, SM Supermarket, SM Hypermart, SaveMore, SM Appliance Center, Ace Hardware, Ace Builders Center, Baby & Co., Kultura Filipino, Our Home, SM Cinema, SM Bowling, SM Ice Skating Rink, SM Storyland, Sports Central, Surplus Shop, Toy Kingdom, Watsons, IMAX Theatre, Forever 21, Exploreum, Radisson Blu, Pet Express, Snack Time, Uniqlo, Levi’s, Walter Mart Supermarket, Alfamart, Crate & Barrel, Joseph, Sfera, The Body Shop, Skyranch, Bata, Crocs, MindPro Supermarket, Miniso, Simply Shoes, SM Science Discovery Center, and SM Foodcourt (selected outlets).

How to claim your holiday treat

To redeem their SM Gift Pass, customers must register at https://promotions.lenovo.com/ph/en and submit their full name, contact number, valid ID, proof of purchase, device machine type model (MTM), and serial number. The name on the purchase invoice must match the name on the valid ID.

Customers will receive an email within 7 to 14 business days after submitting their redemption request, indicating whether it has been accepted, rejected, or requires clarification. Once redemption is successful, the corresponding SM Gift Pass will be sent via email within another 7 to 14 business days.

Each customer may avail of the promotion up to five times, with redemption requests required within 60 days after the promotion ends. Unredeemed freebies will be forfeited after this period.

The promotion applies exclusively to qualifying device models purchased from authorized Lenovo resellers, subject to the complete promo mechanics and Terms and Conditions. Customers are encouraged to check the specific eligible MTMs and corresponding SM Gift Pass values before purchasing.

With a little extra holiday shopping value alongside their new device, Lenovo's Holiday Promo 2026 gives Filipinos another reason to make this season's tech gifts count.

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About Lenovo:  

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Guided by its vision of “Smarter Technology for All”, Lenovo is executing a Hybrid AI strategy that spans Personal AI – one personal AI, multiple devices; and Enterprise AI – helping customers turn data into insights and value. This strategy is delivered through the Group’s commitment to world-class innovation and a full-stack AI portfolio, including devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets, accessories), infrastructure solutions (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), as well as software, solutions, and services. With a global footprint spanning more than 20 research and development locations and a global supply chain that includes more than 30 manufacturing sites across 11 markets, Lenovo is widely recognized for its operational excellence. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). Learn more at www.lenovo.com and follow the latest news in our newsroom. 

 

Lenovo AI Express with NVIDIA Accelerates Path to Hybrid AI Factory in Weeks

Lenovo today announced Lenovo AI Express, a new accelerated path to production AI that removes deployment complexities by giving customers of all sizes quicker return on their AI investment.  

According to Lenovo’s 2026 CIO Playbook, organizations moving from AI experimentation to scaled execution are expecting an average $2.79 return for every $1 invested, with 93% of enterprise respondents anticipating positive returns. Yet long lead times, integration complexity, and other readiness barriers can slow the path to realizing that value. In collaboration with NVIDIA, Lenovo AI Express addresses these barriers, combining rapid access to AI capacity with validated, right-sized configurations and services that simplify procurement, deployment and operations. Customers can start with a solution sized for today’s workloads and budgets, then scale as agents, models, users, data and inference demands grow – with order-to-ship accelerating to 15 business days for eligible configurations1.  

“Organizations are navigating today’s complexity and constraints to get AI into production faster, looking for an approach that fits their current needs while giving them the ability to scale as those needs evolve,” said Ashley Gorakhpurwalla, President, Infrastructure Solutions Group, Lenovo. “Lenovo AI Express gives our customers an accelerated path to deploying AI infrastructure to fit their specifications while mitigating the risk of overbuilding or costly delays.” 

Start Faster, Scale with Confidence  

Lenovo AI Express is a streamlined path to the Lenovo Hybrid AI Factory with NVIDIA, helping customers achieve more predictable deployment and access to production capacity, backed by Lenovo’s highly-ranked secure supply chain. They can choose from three validated quick-start configurations based on their model, user and throughput requirements matched to each level of AI demand: 

Small – From 15 Days1: Supports focused AI inferencing for tens of users at 30+TPS2, with average model sizes from 7B – 70B, built on Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650a V4 and powered by two NVIDIA RTX 6000 PRO Blackwell Server Edition GPUs. 

Medium – From 20 Days1:  Supports higher-throughput inferencing and agentic AI for hundreds of users at 30+ TPS2, with average model sizes from 70B–400B, built on Lenovo ThinkSystem SR675 V3 and powered by eight  NVIDIA RTX 6000 PRO Blackwell Server Edition GPUs. 

Large – From 25 Days1: Supports full-scale generative AI models serving thousands of users2 across a wide range of workloads and interactivity levels, with up to a trillion parameters and enterprise-scale deployments, built on Lenovo ThinkSystem SR680a V4 and powered by NVIDIA HGX B300. 

Across configurations, Lenovo AI Express also supports the latest CPU technologies from AMD and Intel, giving customers a choice of validated technologies to meet their AI workload requirements. Customers can extend their chosen configuration with enterprise AI software based on their requirements, including Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA or NVIDIA AI Enterprise software. For additional AI data resilience, customers can include Veeam® Kasten to protect AI applications, data, models and pipelines. 

“As AI agents reshape every industry, enterprises need purpose-built infrastructure that can efficiently turn their data into intelligence,” said Chris Marriott, vice president of enterprise platforms at NVIDIA. “Lenovo AI Express combines Lenovo’s validated systems with NVIDIA accelerated computing, networking and AI software into ready-to-ship solutions, giving organizations a faster path to deploy AI factories and scale as their workloads and demand for intelligence grow.”  

Deploy and Operate with Confidence 

Lenovo AI Express extends beyond rapid access to capacity with a full range of services that accelerate deployment and simplify the AI factory lifecycle, from identifying uses cases and validating ROI through proofs of concepts to optimizing GPU environments for performance, utilization and cost efficiency. New Premier Support Plus for Servers add proactive and predictive support capabilities designed to identify issues earlier and help maintain operational continuity for mission-critical environments. Together, these capabilities provide everything customers need to move AI use cases into production using their own data. 

Scale with Lenovo and Partner Ecosystem 

Lenovo is also expanding access to Lenovo AI Express through its global partner ecosystem, giving channel partners a simpler, faster and more predictable way to identify and pursue customer AI opportunities. Through the Lenovo 360 framework, partners can bring validated Lenovo Hybrid AI Factory configurations and capabilities to customers with support throughout the sales process.  Availability, eligibility and ordering processes vary by region, with additional guidance provided locally.

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1For eligible Lenovo AI Express configurations and selected parts in non-restrictive markets. Clock starts after completion of order validation, payment/credit clearance, End User Certification (EUC), and applicable due diligence/export approvals. 

2Model size, number of users and TPS varies by model, workload, software, and SLA. Based on Lenovo internal sizing tool. 

About Lenovo

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Guided by its vision of “Smarter Technology for All”, Lenovo is executing a Hybrid AI strategy that spans Personal AI – one personal AI, multiple devices; and Enterprise AI – helping customers turn data into insights and value. This strategy is delivered through the Group’s commitment to world-class innovation and a full-stack AI portfolio, including devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets, accessories), infrastructure solutions (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), as well as software, solutions, and services. With a global footprint spanning more than 20 research and development locations and a global supply chain that includes more than 30 manufacturing sites across 11 markets, Lenovo is widely recognized for its operational excellence. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). Learn more at www.lenovo.com and follow the latest news in our newsroom.

2nd Philippine Coffee Sustainability Congress Highlights Success Stories, Innovation, and Collaboration for Philippine Coffee

 

The Philippine Coffee Board, Inc. (PCBI) held the 2nd Philippine Coffee Sustainability Congress on October 15–16, 2026, bringing together coffee farmers, entrepreneurs, researchers, government representatives, and industry professionals to explore ways to build a stronger, more sustainable Philippine coffee industry.

With the theme “Cultivating Tomorrow’s Cup: Working Towards a Sustainable Future for Philippine Coffee,” the two-day event highlighted inspiring success stories, sustainable agricultural practices, innovative uses for coffee by-products, and opportunities for education and industry development.

The opening day, held at the Makati Sports Club, featured a prerecorded keynote message from Senator Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri, who expressed his support for Philippine agriculture, the coffee industry, and farming communities.

Learning from Regional Success and Empowering Communities

Among the Congress's featured international speakers was Adam Esham, Co-Owner of House of Kendal in Malaysia, who shared his family's coffee journey and the development of their coffee business. His presentation offered a regional perspective on how coffee heritage, entrepreneurship, and a commitment to quality can contribute to building a successful and sustainable coffee enterprise. 

The IP Coffee Community panel brought together Gilbert Baltazar of DA-4K, Benjamin David Abadiano of the PAMULAAN Center for Indigenous Peoples Education, and Danilo D. Crobalde of LANDBANK to discuss opportunities for Indigenous coffee communities through education, financing, enterprise development, and market access.

Meanwhile, Gio Paolo Espital of the Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement and Nicolo Aberasturi of Banhaw Agriculture explored alternatives to commercial fertilizers, highlighting organic and regenerative approaches to improving soil health and reducing farming costs.

Celebrating Coffee Success Stories

The Success Stories in Production panel featured coffee growers sharing their personal journeys, challenges, and achievements in developing successful farms and enterprises.

Panelists included Democrito “Aljun” Diamante, former Mayor of Tuburan, Cebu, who developed Tuburan Coffee; Leovino “Oben” Anacay, a coffee farmer from Amadeo, Cavite; Ylaine Giangan of Kuvi Integrated Farm; and Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman of Isabela City, Basilan. Their experiences demonstrated how perseverance, innovation, and community collaboration can transform coffee farming into a sustainable livelihood.

The Women in Coffee panel also highlighted success stories from different areas of the industry. Young coffee professionals Angelic Gail Perez and Angelin Gaby Perez, both 18, shared their achievements in coffee quality assessment, roasting, competitions, and mentoring. Maria Teofanie Tutanes, a nurse and entrepreneur behind Mnemo Coffee, brought insights from farming, processing, manufacturing, and marketing, while Noemi Dado of Agnep Heritage Farms in Benguet shared her family's journey of reviving a heritage coffee farm and producing high-quality, traceable coffee.

Their stories demonstrated the important contributions of women not only in coffee production but also in entrepreneurship, education, quality evaluation, and industry leadership.

Turning Coffee Waste into Opportunity

Sustainability and innovation were also central to the Congress.

Richard Khoo, CEO of Lastic Singapore, discussed opportunities within the circular coffee economy, while Stu Balmaceda, Founder of SIDE B Upcycling, showcased ways to transform coffee waste into useful products.

PCBI Director Jose “Jo” Mamar and Engr. Allan Bondad of DOST-FPRDI presented coffee briquettes, an alternative solid fuel produced by compressing processed coffee waste into compact blocks that can be used as a source of heat. Their presentations highlighted the potential of turning agricultural waste into a useful energy resource.

Michelle Fernandez of GCash also discussed the partnership between PCBI and GForest in supporting the regeneration of local coffee communities.

Expanding Opportunities Through Coffee Education

The Congress emphasized the importance of education and skills development in strengthening the industry.

Robert Francisco, PCBI Technical Director and Lead Instructor of UCC Coffee Academy, discussed career opportunities within the coffee sector, highlighting how professional training and specialized skills can open doors beyond traditional coffee farming.

Brendan Rosen, Head Trainer of Naturland Philippines, introduced the Naturland Academy and its role in building skills for organic coffee production, emphasizing sustainable agricultural practices and farmer education.

Dave Lim, Technical Director of the ASEAN Coffee Institute, shared the institute's education philosophy based on the value of coffee, highlighting the importance of structured learning and professional development across the coffee industry.

The Congress also recognized Emmanuel “Manny” Torrejon, PCBI Director and Business Development Director of UCC Ueshima Coffee Philippines Inc., as the recipient of the 3rd Coffee Cup of Distinction Award for his longstanding contributions to Philippine coffee.

Experiencing Coffee Beyond the Conference

On October 16, participants joined experiential activities that brought the first day's discussions into practice.

At Commune Cafe + Bar in Makati City, a hands-on brewing workshop facilitated by Robert Francisco explored the science behind hand-pour coffee preparation. Participants learned how principles of physics and chemistry influence coffee extraction, flavor, and brewing techniques, helping them develop their own preferred brewing style.

A guided coffee crawl around Legazpi Village, Makati City, took participants to five specialty coffee establishments: Primal Brew Coffee + Roastery, Yardstick, Mechanika Coffee, A Cup for Lola, and The Curator Coffee & Cocktails. The activity provided an opportunity to experience different coffee offerings while discovering Makati's vibrant specialty coffee scene.

Meanwhile, participants in the coffee farm tour visited the PCBI Coffee Technology Center in Amadeo, Cavite, where they learned about coffee cultivation, farm management, and sustainable agricultural practices. The visit also included a special demonstration on coffee briquettes.

Working Towards a Sustainable Coffee Future

Through its presentations, success stories, and hands-on activities, the Congress reinforced the importance of collaboration among farmers, businesses, government institutions, researchers, and coffee professionals in building a more resilient and inclusive Philippine coffee industry.

The event was made possible through the support of GCash (Platinum Sponsor); Alaska Professional and LANDBANK (Silver Sponsors); UCC Philippines, Allegro Beverage Corporation, Peace and Equity Foundation, Enviro Scope, and Mayora (Bronze Sponsors); and Curve Coffee Collaborators (Patron Sponsor).

Media partners: Malaya Business Insight, BusinessMirror, and Manila Standard.

For more information about the Philippine Coffee Board, Inc., visit www.philcoffeeboard.com.

UMak President appointed Chairman of the World University Network of Innovators (WUNI) at 2026 WURI Global Conference in Germany

Demonstrating the University of Makati’s (UMak) expanding global presence and leadership in higher education, University President Elyxzur Ramos and Center for Quality Management and Development (CQMD) Director Henry Magat secured major international appointments during the 2026 World University Association for Innovation (WURI) Global Conference, held on recently at the Deggendorf Institute of Technology in Germany.

President Elyxzur Ramos was reelected as Chairman of the World University Network of Innovators (WUNI) for Presidents. In addition, Dr. Ramos was invited to join the pioneer team of accreditation inspectors for university presidents under the WURI system, establishing a significant benchmark for executive academic leadership.

Concurrently, CQMD Director Henry Magat achieved a triple distinction on the international stage. Magat was reelected Chairman of WUNI for Experts for his second consecutive term, named a WURI Accreditation Validator, and reappointed as a Certified WURI Mentor.

The WURI Global Conference brings together university presidents, global experts, researchers, and academic leaders to share cutting-forward practices and foster international collaboration. The continued reelection and appointments of UMak’s top leadership highlight the institution’s commitment to quality assurance, institutional innovation, and global partnership.

"Their continued leadership on the global stage reflects UMak's unwavering commitment to innovation, quality assurance, and meaningful collaboration in higher education," the university stated, reinforcing its thrust to inspire students and faculty to rise, shine, and succeed anywhere in the world.

About the University of Makati:

The University of Makati (UMak) is a premier local government-funded university in Makati City, Philippines, dedicated to providing quality, innovative, and industry-aligned higher education. Through continuous engagement with global standards and international networks, UMak prepares its academic community to excel in an evolving global landscape.

HONOR 600S Officially Goes on Sale Nationwide as First-Ever Alpha Store Opens at SM MegamallGlobal AI device provider HONOR Philippines officially marks the first-day sale of the HONOR 600S, making the latest addition to the HONOR 600 Series available to more Filipino consumers through authorized HONOR stores, partner dealers, and official online channels nationwide. The milestone also coincides with the opening of the new HONOR Alpha Store at SM Megamall Cyberzone, which features a service center to provide customers with added convenience and support. Designed for users who balance work, entertainment, and content creation, the HONOR 600S brings together long-lasting battery life, durable protection, and AI-powered features in one smartphone. "We're excited to bring the HONOR 600S to more Filipino consumers as it officially becomes available nationwide," said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. "With its powerful battery, durable design, and intelligent features, the HONOR 600S is designed to keep up with the different ways people use their smartphones, from staying connected and getting work done to creating content and enjoying entertainment." The HONOR 600S features an 8,100mAh battery with 45W HONOR SuperCharge, along with IP68, IP69, and IP69K water and dust resistance. Its Cushioning and Fall Protection Architecture has earned the SGS Premium Performance Certification for Drop and Crush Resistance, including a 5-Star All-Round Drop Resistance rating and tested drop protection of up to 2.5 meters under controlled laboratory conditions. For content creation, the smartphone features a dedicated AI Button and HONOR AI Image to Video 2.0, allowing users to transform still images into dynamic video content. It is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 Mobile Platform and features a 6.87-inch 120Hz display, 400% Volume Dual Speakers, and a 50MP main camera. The HONOR 600S comes in Velvet Black, Desert Gold, and Misty Purple. The 8GB + 256GB is available for only PHP 19,999 until October 31, 2026, with a free HONOR Bluetooth Speaker II for those who made the pre-order and an HONOR Watch 2i for those who made the first-day purchases. The 6GB + 128GB variant is available online exclusively for PHP 18,999 with a free HONOR Watch 2i. Customers can also enjoy online exclusive offers on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop subject to applicable platform promotions and terms. Last Chance to Register for the PHP 1 Million Shopping Spree Promo Customers who pre-ordered or purchased the HONOR 600S can still join the HONOR 600S PHP 1 Million Shopping Spree Promo, as HONOR Philippines has extended the registration deadline to October 18, 2026, giving eligible customers more time to register for a chance to win PHP 1 million worth of shopping spree at SM Stores, subject to the official promo mechanics. For the full promo mechanics and registration details, visit www.honorphrafflepromo.com. For more information about HONOR Philippines, you may visit: https://www.honor.com/ph/. To stay updated on launch announcements, product information, and exclusive offers, follow HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines) for exclusive launch updates, product information, and more. #HONOR600S #AnythingIsPossible #HONORPhilippines #HONOR600Series ### About HONOR HONOR is a global leading AI device ecosystem company. It is committed to revolutionizing human-to-device interactions to bridge the AI ecosystem with all consumers in the agentic AI era and beyond. The company endeavors to open industrial boundaries through open, seamless collaboration to co-create a value-sharing ecosystem with industry partners. With an innovative product portfolio spanning AI phones, PCs, tablets, wearables, and more, HONOR aims to empower every human, enabling everyone to embrace the new intelligent world.

SM Megamall's Assistant Mall Manager Isabella Manjon with HONOR Philippines' Go-To-Market Director Steven Yan and Vice President Stephen Cheng.

Global AI device provider HONOR Philippines officially marks the first-day sale of the HONOR 600S, making the latest addition to the HONOR 600 Series available to more Filipino consumers through authorized HONOR stores, partner dealers, and official online channels nationwide. The milestone also coincides with the opening of the new HONOR Alpha Store at SM Megamall Cyberzone, which features a service center to provide customers with added convenience and support.

Designed for users who balance work, entertainment, and content creation, the HONOR 600S brings together long-lasting battery life, durable protection, and AI-powered features in one smartphone.

"We're excited to bring the HONOR 600S to more Filipino consumers as it officially becomes available nationwide," said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. "With its powerful battery, durable design, and intelligent features, the HONOR 600S is designed to keep up with the different ways people use their smartphones, from staying connected and getting work done to creating content and enjoying entertainment."

  

The HONOR 600S features an 8,100mAh battery with 45W HONOR SuperCharge, along with IP68, IP69, and IP69K water and dust resistance. Its Cushioning and Fall Protection Architecture has earned the SGS Premium Performance Certification for Drop and Crush Resistance, including a 5-Star All-Round Drop Resistance rating and tested drop protection of up to 2.5 meters under controlled laboratory conditions.

 

For content creation, the smartphone features a dedicated AI Button and HONOR AI Image to Video 2.0, allowing users to transform still images into dynamic video content. It is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 Mobile Platform and features a 6.87-inch 120Hz display, 400% Volume Dual Speakers, and a 50MP main camera.

The HONOR 600S comes in Velvet Black, Desert Gold, and Misty Purple. The 8GB + 256GB is available for only PHP 19,999 until October 31, 2026, with a free HONOR Bluetooth Speaker II for those who made the pre-order and an HONOR Watch 2i for those who made the first-day purchases. The 6GB + 128GB variant is available online exclusively for PHP 18,999 with a free HONOR Watch 2i. Customers can also enjoy online exclusive offers on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop subject to applicable platform promotions and terms.

Last Chance to Register for the PHP 1 Million Shopping Spree Promo

Customers who pre-ordered or purchased the HONOR 600S can still join the HONOR 600S PHP 1 Million Shopping Spree Promo, as HONOR Philippines has extended the registration deadline to October 18, 2026, giving eligible customers more time to register for a chance to win PHP 1 million worth of shopping spree at SM Stores, subject to the official promo mechanics. 

For the full promo mechanics and registration details, visit www.honorphrafflepromo.com.

For more information about HONOR Philippines, you may visit: https://www.honor.com/ph/. To stay updated on launch announcements, product information, and exclusive offers, follow HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines) for exclusive launch updates, product information, and more. #HONOR600S #AnythingIsPossible #HONORPhilippines #HONOR600Series

About HONOR

HONOR is a global leading AI device ecosystem company. It is committed to revolutionizing human-to-device interactions to bridge the AI ecosystem with all consumers in the agentic AI era and beyond. The company endeavors to open industrial boundaries through open, seamless collaboration to co-create a value-sharing ecosystem with industry partners. With an innovative product portfolio spanning AI phones, PCs, tablets, wearables, and more, HONOR aims to empower every human, enabling everyone to embrace the new intelligent world.

Annyeongsarap! McDonald’s Turns Up the Heat on K-Inspiration, Launching Its Largest-Ever Korean Flavor Platform Building on the iconic McSpicy x G-DRAGON collaboration launched in September, McDonald’s Philippines is upping the heat of K-experience for fans and customers with the return of a bigger and better Taste of Korea menu, featuring limited-time Korean-inspired McSpicy, Double Cheeseburger, McShaker Fries and McFloat. Pinoy fans of Korean food and culture can savor and celebrate the Korean flavors they love starting October 9, with the new Yangnyeom McSpicy, Yangnyeom Double Cheeseburger, Galbi McShaker Fries, and K-Melon Float. Together, they deliver a total Korean flavor experience that is accessible and uniquely McDonald’s: truly Annyeongsarap! “Korean culture continues to unite Pinoys of all ages and groups, especially Korean food and culinary experiences. The buzz we’ve seen around the recent McSpicy x G-DRAGON collaboration, as well as our Taste of Korea and Flavors of Asia menus in 2021 and 2022 show how strong Pinoys’ affinity towards all things-Korean. Now, we’re excited to elevate the heat further on the K-experience with our new Taste of Korea offerings. We invite customers and fans to discover new favorites and enjoy a taste of Korea,” said Karl Christian Chua, McDonald’s Philippines Brand Manager. The Taste of Korea line-up is a complete K-experience that brings together some of the bold, craveable, and distinctly Korean flavors that Filipinos have come to love. From sweet and spicy favorites to smoky, savory, and refreshing tastes, each item is inspired by the richness of Korean food culture, now within reach at McDonald’s. The Yangnyeom twist on both the McSpicy and the Double Cheeseburger delivers a sweet, savory, and bold kick through its creamy and spicy yangnyeom sauce. The Galbi McShaker Fries excites the taste buds with smoky, savory, and slightly sweet Galbi flavor elevating the fan-favorite World Famous Fries. Rounding out the flavor experience is the K-Melon McFloat, a refreshing Sprite McFloat-based dessert drink with the sparkle of sweet melon inspired by the popular South Korean ice cream brand Melona. Completing the K-experience: K-inspired kilig and McDo App deals McDonald’s Philippines’ Taste of Korea experience goes further beyond the K-flavor excitement, as the brand is also premiering “The Plus One,” a new microdrama to deliver K-inspired kilig. Three lifelong friends, Kim, Marco and Dom, have always dreamed of going to Korea. One day, Kim wins a dream trip to the Land of the Morning Calm, but she can only take one of her friends as plus one. Marco and Dom hilariously compete for that coveted spot, but who will she choose? "At McDonald’s, we’re always looking for ways to bring total experiences to our customers beyond exciting flavors. Taste of Korea captures the vibrant flavors that have become so popular among Filipinos, and we’re excited for customers to try this lineup. And with ‘The Plus One,’ we’re elevating the Korean experience further, bridging Filipinos’ strong affinity for Korean entertainment and the growing popularity of microdramas with their love for Korean food," added Chua. McDonald’s Philippines is also making Taste of Korea within reach for its customers, through McDo App exclusive promos of only P199 for a Yangnyeom McSpicy with FREE Large Sprite and only P169 for a Yangnyeom Double Cheeseburger also with FREE Large Sprite. Experience the excitement of Korean flavors and go “Annyeongsarap!”. Yangnyeom McSpicy, Yangnyeom Double Cheeseburger, Galbi McShaker Fries, and K-Melon Float are available for dine-in, take-out and drive-thru, and via delivery with the McDonald’s Delivery App as well as third-party delivery platforms. For more information about McDonald’s Philippines, visit www.mcdonalds.com.ph, McDo.ph on Facebook, @mcdo_ph on Instagram, and @McDo_PH on X. # About McDonald’s Philippines McDonald’s Philippines master franchise holder Dr. George T. Yang - who oversees and sits as chairman for 40 years - founded and brought the first McDonald’s store to the country in 1981. Since then, McDonald’s in the Philippines has been a formidable player in the country’s quick-service restaurant industry, having grown a store network of close to 800 nationwide. McDonald’s Philippines continues to aspire to make a difference in communities where it operates through its charity of Choice, Ronald McDonald House Charities Philippines.

Building on the iconic McSpicy x G-DRAGON collaboration launched in September, McDonald’s Philippines is upping the heat of K-experience for fans and customers with the return of a bigger and better Taste of Korea menu, featuring limited-time Korean-inspired McSpicy, Double Cheeseburger, McShaker Fries and McFloat. 

Pinoy fans of Korean food and culture can savor and celebrate the Korean flavors they love starting October 9, with the new Yangnyeom McSpicy, Yangnyeom Double Cheeseburger, Galbi McShaker Fries, and K-Melon Float. Together, they deliver a total Korean flavor experience that is accessible and uniquely McDonald’s: truly Annyeongsarap!

“Korean culture continues to unite Pinoys of all ages and groups, especially Korean food and culinary experiences. The buzz we’ve seen around the recent McSpicy x G-DRAGON collaboration, as well as our Taste of Korea and Flavors of Asia menus in 2021 and 2022 show how strong Pinoys’ affinity towards all things-Korean. Now, we’re excited to elevate the heat further on the K-experience with our new Taste of Korea offerings. We invite customers and fans to discover new favorites and enjoy a taste of Korea,” said Karl Christian Chua, McDonald’s Philippines Brand Manager.

The Taste of Korea line-up is a complete K-experience that brings together some of the bold, craveable, and distinctly Korean flavors that Filipinos have come to love. From sweet and spicy favorites to smoky, savory, and refreshing tastes, each item is inspired by the richness of Korean food culture, now within reach at McDonald’s.

The Yangnyeom twist on both the McSpicy and the Double Cheeseburger delivers a sweet, savory, and bold kick through its creamy and spicy yangnyeom sauce. The Galbi McShaker Fries excites the taste buds with smoky, savory, and slightly sweet Galbi flavor elevating the fan-favorite World Famous Fries. Rounding out the flavor experience is the K-Melon McFloat, a refreshing Sprite McFloat-based dessert drink with the sparkle of sweet melon inspired by the popular South Korean ice cream brand Melona.

Completing the K-experience: K-inspired kilig and McDo App deals

McDonald’s Philippines’ Taste of Korea experience goes further beyond the K-flavor excitement, as the brand is also premiering “The Plus One,” a new microdrama to deliver K-inspired kilig. Three lifelong friends, Kim, Marco and Dom, have always dreamed of going to Korea. One day, Kim wins a dream trip to the Land of the Morning Calm, but she can only take one of her friends as plus one. Marco and Dom hilariously compete for that coveted spot, but who will she choose?

"At McDonald’s, we’re always looking for ways to bring total experiences to our customers beyond exciting flavors. Taste of Korea captures the vibrant flavors that have become so popular among Filipinos, and we’re excited for customers to try this lineup. And with ‘The Plus One,’ we’re elevating the Korean experience further, bridging Filipinos’ strong affinity for Korean entertainment and the growing popularity of microdramas with their love for Korean food," added Chua.

McDonald’s Philippines is also making Taste of Korea within reach for its customers, through McDo App exclusive promos of only P199 for a Yangnyeom McSpicy with FREE Large Sprite and only P169 for a Yangnyeom Double Cheeseburger also with FREE Large Sprite.

Experience the excitement of Korean flavors and go “Annyeongsarap!”. Yangnyeom McSpicy, Yangnyeom Double Cheeseburger, Galbi McShaker Fries, and K-Melon Float are available for dine-in, take-out and drive-thru, and via delivery with the McDonald’s Delivery App as well as third-party delivery platforms.

For more information about McDonald’s Philippines, visit www.mcdonalds.com.ph, McDo.ph on Facebook, @mcdo_ph on Instagram, and @McDo_PH on X.

About McDonald’s Philippines

McDonald’s Philippines master franchise holder Dr. George T. Yang - who oversees and sits as chairman for 40 years - founded and brought the first McDonald’s store to the country in 1981. Since then, McDonald’s in the Philippines has been a formidable player in the country’s quick-service restaurant industry, having grown a store network of close to 800 nationwide. McDonald’s Philippines continues to aspire to make a difference in communities where it operates through its charity of Choice, Ronald McDonald House Charities Philippines.