V11: A Fusion of Art and Technology

Gone are the days of bulky and monochromatic mobile phones.  Compact and sleek phones are now considered the norm, thanks to smartphone brands that design products with the consumers’ need in mind. Aside from a smartphone’s key functions, its appearance attracts customers since they are more mindful of trends and it’s also an avenue to fully express their artistic preferences. Thus, Vivo fused art and technology together in their latest flagship phone through their two trendsetting fusion color selections.

Starry Night

Deep in the night, billions of stars cast luminous, mystifying lights across the sky. This is where V11 drew the inspiration for their new trend-setting fusion color – Starry Night. The mysterious black and striking blue blend together perfectly, invoking the far-flung corners of the universe and exuding premium quality and style. The color selection represents one’s hopes and dreams, an affirmation that anything is within reach. This design is reminiscent of Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh’s painting: the “Starry Night Over the Rhone”, as it integrates the night sky, the stars, and the glistening blue water. It conveys that the stars will always guide you home.  

The mysterious black and striking blue of the Vivo V11’s Starry Night fusion color invoke the far-flung corners of the universe.

Nebula

The luminescence of glistening stars in distant galaxies make up nebula’s elegant blue and purple hues. V11 has recreated the ethereal beauty on Nebula, putting the wonders of the universe in the palm of your hand. It signifies the sense of adventure and discovery, a yearning for something magical and more. It embodies the celestial tone of the award-winning science fiction film, “Gravity” by Mexican filmmaker Alfonso Cuaron. Its riveting galactic appeal pulls you to the infinite abyss of everlasting possibilities.

The stunning blue and purple hues of the Vivo V11’s Nebula fusion color recreate the radiance of distant galaxies.

The illuminated color selections of V11 are accompanied by a 6.41-inch Super AMOLED display and Halo Notch Fullview™ Display for clarity and uninterrupted viewing experience. While the 3D curved body and ultra-thin 1.76mm side bezels provide maximum grip and comfort.  

Do you want the universe in the palm of your hands through this state-of-the-art smartphone? You can pre-order the Vivo V11 in two ways: On ground and online. It is available in all participating Vivo concept and multi-brand stores. It will come with exciting freebies—a gift set (bluetooth speaker and earpiece with selfie stick), as well as 6 months extended warranty. Fans may also pre-order the Vivo V11 on shopping websites such as Lazada, Shopee, Argomall, and Akulaku. Freebies such 10,000 mAh game power bank, a gift set (bluetooth speaker and earpiece with selfie stick), as well as 6 months extended warranty will be included. #

Top 5 Visually Stunning Movies to Enjoy on Your Mobile Phone

Our way of viewing films has changed ever since smartphones emerged. We are no longer limited to watching through television, theater, and other large media devices. Smartphone technology has revolutionized media accessibility as it gives us the freedom and mobility to consume media on a whim. For instance, we can simply watch our favorite film while commuting to work, traveling around the country, or during lunch breaks.  This is certainly one way to momentarily escape from the boredom and drudgery of the daily grind. To further feed our artistic cravings and urge to get away from the mundane, here is a list of visually stunning movies to enjoy on your mobile phone:

1. Loving Vincent is a 2017 experimental animated film about the life and death of Dutch post-Impressionist painter, Vincent van Gogh. It’s the world’s first fully painted film which required over 100 classically-trained oil painters to paint with oils on canvases (same as van Gogh’s style) on each of the 65,000 frames used in the film. The actors had to first film the entire movie, and the artists had to craft the animated paintings over the images after the filming of the movie ended. This added a layer of creativity because it allowed the viewers to still recognize the actors’ portrayal and appeal through the painted scenes. This gem is a one-of-a-kind visual mirage of vivid whirls and colors, enriched by the artists’ hard work and renditions of van Gogh’s masterpieces such as the celebrated “The Starry Night” and “Sunflowers”. This work of art stars Polish theatre actor Robert Gulaczyk on his first big feature, Douglas Booth, Jerome Flynn, and Saoirse Ronan. The film garnered many accolades and was nominated for the Best Animated Feature at the 2018 Academy Awards. The movie trailer may be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGzKnyhYDQI.

Loving Vincent is an experimental animated film about the life and death of Dutch painter, Vincent van Gogh.

2. Blade Runner 2049 is a 2017 neo-noir sequel to the 1982 beloved sci-fi film, “Blade Runner”. The movie is about a replicant/bioengineered human who discovers a mystery that leads him to another replicant who has been missing for the past thirty years. The 2017 version is progressive and poised in tone through its muted gray, blue, and yellow visual imagery and cutting-edge effects. The non-cliche setting of a rainy and gritty future Los Angeles added texture and depth to the visuals. It stars Ryan Gosling, Robin Wright,  Jared Leto, Dave Bautista, and Cuban actress Anna de Armas in her first breakout role. Harrison Ford also returned to his role from the first movie. The film was praised by critics and won the Best Cinematography and Best Visual Effects at the 2018 Academy Awards. The film trailer may be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCcx85zbxz4.

Blade Runner 2049 is a 2017 neo-noir sequel to the 1982 beloved sci-fi film, “Blade Runner”.

3. Dunkirk is a 2017 war film written and directed by Christopher Nolan (known for spectacular films such as “Inception” and “Interstellar”)  that portrays the British soldiers’ retreat to Dunkirk, north of France during World War II in three aspects: land, sea, and air. Nolan crafted the movie from the perspective of the characters, aiming to use stimulating imagery instead of the usual narrative.  With the director’s signature non-linear sequencing, paired with impactful visual storytelling, Dunkirk has been constantly praised as one of the greatest war films of all time, and maybe even Nolan’s best work as of yet. It stars Fionn Whitehead on his first major role,  Tom Hardy, Kenneth Branagh, Cillian Murphy, and ex-One Direction singer Harry Styles in his film debut. This war epic impressed many, and won the Best Editing at the 2018 Academy Awards. The film trailer may be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-eMt3SrfFU.

Dunkirk is a war film that portrays the British soldiers’ retreat to Dunkirk, France during World War II in three aspects: land, sea, and air.

4. Mad Max: Fury Road is a 2015 action movie and reboot of the Mad Max franchise about a post-apocalyptic wasteland where the protagonist/captive partners with a fellow survivor to escape from a fortress run by a tyrant leader. The cinematography of this film is stellar. With its dynamic blue and orange hues during a six-month long shoot in the deserts of Namibia, and gripping action scenes that banked on effective execution and actual stunts, critics have hailed the film as one of the greatest films of the 21st century. The film stars Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Zoë Kravitz, as well as Riley Keough. The movie even got the chance to be shown through an out-of-competition screening at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival in France, and won the Costume Design, Production Design, Makeup and Hairstyling, and Film Editing categories at the 2016 Academy Awards. The film trailer may be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEJnMQG9ev8.

Mad Max: Fury Road is an action movie and reboot of the Mad Max franchise about a captive who partners with a fellow survivor to escape from a fortress run by a tyrant leader.

5. The Grand Budapest Hotel is a 2014 comedy film written and directed by Wes Anderson (known for artistic films “The Royal Tenenbaums” and “Fantastic Mr. Fox”) centering on a concierge who befriends the lobby boy to prove that he is not guilty after he is wrongfully accused of killing an affluent hotel guest. The visuals of the movie are seamless---the color palette is dreamlike, the production design is quirkily stylized, and the flawless framing of shots are all a testament to Anderson’s distinct and zany artistic eye. It also features an ensemble cast of Ralph Fiennes, Tony Revolori in his first notable role, Adrien Brody, Willem Dafoe, Jeff Goldblum, Jude Law, Bill Murray, Edward Norton, Saoirse Ronan, Jason Schwartzman, Tilda Swinton, Tom Wilkinson, and Owen Wilson. The movie is a cult favorite, and has won the Best Costume Design, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, and Best Production Design  at the 2015 Academy Awards. The film trailer may be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Fg5iWmQjwk.

The Grand Budapest Hotel is a 2014 comedy film centering on a concierge who befriends the lobby boy to prove that he is not guilty after he is wrongfully accused of killing an affluent hotel guest.

To fully appreciate the films that we have suggested, we highly recommend the V11 to satisfy your yearning for visual stimulation and entertainment. Its sleek 6.41-inch Super AMOLED display has a 19.5:9 aspect ratio, which is vivid with life-like depth and texture. It also has exceptionally vibrant colors and stunning clarity for the best mobile experience. The Halo Fullview™ Display features a 91.27% screen-to-body ratio that delivers a convenient and an uninterrupted viewing experience that turns your video into a high-quality one at anytime, anywhere.

The Vivo V11’s Halo Fullview™ Display features a 91.27% screen-to-body ratio that delivers a convenient and an uninterrupted viewing experience that turns your video into a high-quality one at anytime, anywhere.

Own a V11 now to fully appreciate a film’s cinematic visual quality. You can pre-order the Vivo V11 in two ways: On ground and online. It is available in all participating Vivo concept and multi-brand stores. It will come with exciting freebies—a gift set (bluetooth speaker and earpiece with selfie stick), as well as 6 months extended warranty. Fans may also pre-order the Vivo V11 on shopping websites such as Lazada, Shopee, Argomall, and Akulaku. Freebies such 10,000 mAh game power bank, a gift set (bluetooth speaker and earpiece with selfie stick), as well as 6 months extended warranty will be included. #

What Makes Vivo V11 “Halo” FullView™ Display A Game Changer?

Mobile phone screen size matters more than we usually acknowledge. As time goes by, international smartphone producers have kept up and have developed advancements to make smartphones more cost-effective, yet functional at the same time.

The fad nowadays is constantly adapting to the users’ needs as easy access to everything through their portable smartphone, a useful version of their personal computer, is now a part of daily life. A mobile phone is no longer considered as just a mobile phone as we’re now quickly moving to the age of “AI Technology”, where everything is just a click away. With the V11, Vivo’s latest revolutionary breakthrough, smoother and more effortless access to emails, mobile banking, and bill payments can be easily accomplished anywhere at any time. The V11’s Halo FullView™ Display, its key design feature, al lows a continuous immersive experience for the user to keep up with modern times.

Having a bigger screen on your mobile phone has several advantages. Here are seven prime examples as to why the V11’s Super AMOLED Halo FullView™ Display is what everyone should need:

1. Visual Amusement – The Vivo V11 smartphones don’t only have big screens, but they also come with modern specifications and high pixel density. With 6.41-inch Super AMOLED Halo FullView™ Display and stunning clarity, it can deliver an instant visual joy.  The massive display can fit more space for app icons and house widgets, and are suitable for the user to appreciate high-definition and live wallpapers.

2. Taking Photos – The immense screen is advantageous and comfortable for browsing the pictures that one has taken. Taking pictures using a tiny screen won’t allow you to manage all the controls right away. It can get confusing to use a tiny panel. A bigger screen can also enable more access and clearness for the functions on the screen. The Vivo V11’s incredibly slim bezels measuring at just 1.76mm on the sides and 3.8mm at the bottom permit the user to shoot photos like a professional photographer.

3. Watching Films – Any cinephile who loves watching movies on their smartphone will require a big screen to view better details such as clarity and colors. With a bigger screen and the Halo Fullview™ Display paired with the 3D curved body design that blends the edges of the phone into the display, it is now possible to have an uninterrupted viewing experience on a super-compact body of a Vivo V11.

4. Superior Gaming Experience – Big screen displays certainly make the excellent game graphics stand out more and also do justice to the magnitude of the game. The large game files also need huge storage space and processing speed. The 6GB RAM of the Vivo V11 delivers ultra-smooth performance, handling multiple large apps without breaking a sweat. The 128GB of storage saves users from the stress of running low on space. The all-new Auto Gaming Mode can also keep games running in the background - -turning the screen black while users attend to other things --so they never lose their progress.

5. Video Chatting Experience – Filipinos are all over the world, and we all know someone or have relatives abroad. Video chatting is the fastest and easiest way to keep in touch with our loved ones. Big screens will be your number one choice for higher quality views and screen experience. The main purpose of video chats is to make one feel that you’re actually there, as if the distance isn’t that far. With the V11’s practical 19.5:9 aspect ratio, exceptionally vibrant colors are within reach.

6. Browsing the Web –  Having a big phone screen is vital when browsing or researching on the Internet, as more screen space and huge fonts to read the text are necessary for efficiency. You can even add two tabs at the same time on one screen through dividing the screen into two parts. Checking social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter on your smartphone are now considered normal, as it is like using your own personal computer at any given place and time. Reading updates, seeing posts by friends, and posting an update on social media on a larger screen is always a better user mobile experience.  Vivo has vowed to design bigger screens without compromising on functionality.

7. Typing Quicker – If you love to write or chat with friends via several messaging apps, then a big mobile screen is essential, as it will definitely help you to get more speed and prevent mistakes, which are common in using smaller screens. Using the virtual keyboard is also trouble-free in huge screens, as compared to the small screens. The practical combination of big displays and storage space make it simple to access the data from any device even while on the road. Users can easily draft or edit files from their smartphone and save them to their storage space effortlessly.

With consumers’ needs in mind, Vivo introduced the V11 featuring a sleek and futuristic design development: 6.41-inch vibrant Super AMOLED Halo FullView™ Display with a massive 91.27% screen-to-body ratio. The ultra-thin 1.76mm side bezels, paired with the 3D curved body design with Starry Night and Nebula fusion colors, blend the edges of the phone into the display, creating an immersive and uninterrupted viewing experience that fits perfectly in your hand with maximum grip, luxury, and comfort.

Vivo has always been an industry-leader in always crafting groundbreaking smartphones that will suit the modern Filipinos’ needs. With all these tech advantages, the V11’s Super AMOLED Halo FullView™ Display is a convenience to the consumers who desire a combination of both comfort and functionality. #

Get your hands on the notched beauty of Vivo Y85 for Php11,999

Global smartphone brand Vivo has a treat for its loyal customers: the Y85 is now available for Php11,999 or Php2,000 less its original retail price.

The Y series smartphone was first introduced in May. It has a 6.22-inch 19:9 high definition FullView™ Display with an 88% screen-to-body ratio.

The <a href=http://vivoglobal.ph/vivo-phones/vivo_y85/>Y85</a> also boasts of a 13-megapixel plus 2MP dual rear camera that can produce 52MP Ultra HD photos. This smartphone also has a Face ID Access, apart from the fingerprint scanner, to ensure hassle-free unlocking especially for those on-the-go.

The smartphone also has an 8MP front camera with AI Face Beauty and Portrait capabilities that bring the user’s natural beauty in every selfie.

The Y85 also has a 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage running on a 12nm octa-core processor with an Android 8.1-based Funtouch OS 4.0 operating system. These specs ensure that the smartphone can handle multiple and complex tasks to keep up with every digital native’s lifestyle.

The Android 8.1 OS also complements the smartphone’s 3260mAh battery to ensure longer battery life.

The Vivo Y85 is available in black and red. It has a 2.5D subtle curved edges flow at the back and the front. The sleek back cover even gleams in the light for those who want to standout from the crowd.

Inigo Pascual drew energy from the crowd at the HoopBattle Championship Philippines

Vivo brand ambassador Inigo Pascual led three quick but action-packed HoopBattle Challenge games during the Vivo HoopBattle Championship Philippines 2018 last July 29 at the Market! Market!

Inigo entertained the basketball fans with his energetic hosting a hoop game for the fans present during the icebreaker segments of the Vivo HoopBattle Championship Philippines.

Spotted Inigo Pascual taking selfie with Little using his X21 during the Vivo Hoop Battle

The Vivo HoopBattle Championship Philippines is the first basketball event of its kind to be held outside of China. Philippines was the chosen destination this year because of the Filipinos’ passion for basketball. Presented by Vivo Philippines in partnership with Ayala Malls, Inc. and ABS-CBN Sports, the Vivo HoopBattle Championship featured 3x3 squads from the 48-team field, with only two winning teams receiving a cash prize of Php 200,000 at the championship, along with trip to Guangzhou,China to compete with other Asian teams in the HoopBattle Finals in August. The top two teams who battled it out hard in the court and emerged victorious were Team Metro Star Realty and Team Core.

Inigo Pascual facilitated Vivo ice breaker game in Vivo Hoop Battle

Vivo has been actively supporting sports in the Philippines, following its commitment to encouraging an active, young lifestyle. With NBA superstar Stephen Curry as its global ambassador, Vivo, in the local scene has sponsored both the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) and the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA).