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For mobile data users:

4. Freenet 

                                      


What is Freenet?
Freenet is a portal where you can discover mobile apps and sites you can access for free. It’s the fun and free way to connect!

What can I do in Freenet?
You can enjoy free connection to all the mobile apps and sites you can find in freenet. Lahat ng kailangan mo, it’s all here! Mula sa favorite mong social networks (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), shopping sites, pati news, sports, food, travel, and more. With freenet, hindi na kailangan ng data subscription. Everyone can now experience the free and fun way to connect to the internet!

Who can access the freenet?
Currently, only Smart, Sun, and TNT subscribers may access freenet without data charges.

What can I see on the freenet homepage?
The freenet homepage has:
  • A list of free-to-access services (Free Services)
  • Links to Smart, Sun, TNT and PowerApp data packages, Social page, FAQs and feature pages
  • Makakabasa rin ng libreng articles at iba pang exciting content for a fun internet experience
  • Gamit ang instant access button sa freenet app, pwede kang mag-browse agad sa partner sites nang libre
How does the paywall work?
When you try accessing mobile sites or apps that are not part of freenet’s free services, we’ll make sure you’re protected from going directly to the chargeable site or app by transferring you to our paywall. 

              Kapag nasa paywall ka na, pwede kang pumili kung itutuloy mo ang pag-iinternet sa labas ng freenet. Mag-subscribe lang sa data package (one-time or recurring), at pwede nang ituloy ang saya!


Is freenet also applicable to postpaid subscribers and subscribers with existing data plan?
             Yes, the MB usage will not be deducted from your current data plan when postpaid subscribers or those with existing data plan access apps and sites which are part of freenet.

Here's how you can get free data packages by redeeming Points inside the freenet app:
1. Click the Missions button to see your Point earnings, available missions, and mission history.
2. Accomplish the missions to earn enough Points for redemption.
3. Earn enough Points and exchange them with your desired data packages available at the Shop tab.

Sources: 
Text: https://www.thefreenet.com/#header-download
Image: https://apkpure.com/freenet-the-free-internet/ph.com.smart.netphone


5. Pera Swipe

                

PERA SWIPE aims to provide an efficient all-in-one lock screen platform for Filipino smartphone users. PERA SWIPE will also bring added value to content and promotions by rewarding users with points that can be redeemed for mobile load and other prizes.
About Pera Swipe
Free Load - Swipe and earn points that can be converted to load.
Diverse Content - Swipe up and down to browse our content.
Precise Promos – See things you like.

How it works:
1. Unlock your lockscreen – After sign-up, you will have a lock screen with points.
2. Check your points history – You’ll know how many points you’ve earned.
3. Redeem points from PERA store – Enjoy many benefits.
4. Win freebies from events – Amazing rewards every day.

Step by step instruction:
STEP 1: Download PERA SWIPE by installing it using Google Play. Click on the button below, which will take you to the Android Google Play Download page.
STEP 2: Open the app and fill in the required details to register your account to PERA SWIPE and officially become a PERA PAL!

STEP 3: Read and Agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
STEP 4: Nominate your main mobile number to connect your cellphone number to your PERA PAL Account.
STEP 5: You will receive an activation code on your mobile number. Place this code on the Pera Swipe App to fully activate your PERA PAL Account.
STEP 6: Input “(REFERRAL CODE)” as your referral code to earn an instant 555 points.

Sources:
Text: https://www.peraswipe.com/#about and http://www.joysofasia.com/pera-swipe/
Image: http://www.joysofasia.com/pera-swipe/
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEH4RbIrM5c

For Survey Fans:

6. MOBROG

                                     

     MOBROG is a service provided by the market research company SPLENDID RESEARCH GmbH from Germany. We conduct surveys worldwide on the Internet and via our smartphone survey app.

       Our online panel is integrated into a worldwide network, meaning that we can conduct large-scale surveys at a proportionately high quality.

         As a token of our gratitude and respect for their time, participants in our surveys receive remuneration which they can redeem via PayPal.

         In order to maintain our high quality standards in the long term, we endorse the ICC/ESOMAR International Code of Marketing and Social Research Practice and provide our services in accordance with the guidelines for international market research issued by MRS, CASRO, MRA & ARF.

Companies and academic researchers want to hear your opinion so that they can develop new products and improve their existing products and services. Using our app, you can take part in interesting surveys and earn money with your participation. No matter what time it is or where you are.

MOBROG surveys are very easy:

  • Download our free app from the app store.
  • Enter details about yourself and your interests in your profile in the app.
  • Take part in surveys using the app and get paid for your opinion.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
           The survey begins as soon as you click on the link: you will be asked questions that you can then answer by simply clicking on an option or entering text.
   
            Your answers will be made anonymous for the evaluation procedure, meaning that your privacy is safe at all times. The personal information you supply us with is used only to select you as a survey participant. We will not pass on this information to third parties.

            We will credit the money you earn in the survey to your member account. You can redeem it hassle-free via PayPal.

MUTUAL PROMISES
Our promises to you:
  • We will always tell you how many questions a survey contains before you begin.
  • We protect your privacy 100 percent.
  • You can earn money with interesting surveys.
Your promise to us:
  • You will be truthful when providing details about yourself and answer the survey to the best of your knowledge and belief.
MOBROG surveys rock!
Sources: 
Text: https://www.mobrog.com/en-ph/about-us.html
Image: https://www.mobrog.com/en/






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Nowadays, people rely on mobile applications to help them with different things, and making/saving money is also one of them. 

Let's face it, our economy is in crisis. Everyone is affected. From food products to public utility Jeepneys' fare, we've noticed a rapid increase and most of us find ways to cope. For one, economic crisis is a good reason to save, but even without it everyone should learn how to do so. 

Here are some of the mobile applications that will help you make and save money in times like this: 

For Shoppers:

1. Snapcart



          Snapcart operates a mobile application that gives shoppers cashback for scanning their receipts while we collect massive amount of purchase data, analyze and offer to brands on a real time basis with shopper rich information.

         

          Founded in 2015, Snapcart aims to become the most reliable offline data solutions company, working with clients in multiple sectors from market research to cloud marketing with a combined total addressable market of more than 500 Billion USD worldwide. Snapcart currently operates in 4 countries within South East Asia and Latin America: Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore and Brazil, establishing its global presence. Through its receipt scanning app, point-of-sale app and proprietary machine learning SKU prediction, Snapcart collects billions of data points on an individual shopper and retailer level.


How Do We Capture Data?


1. SHOPPERS SNAP PHOTO OF THEIR RECEIPTS

Snapcart app has one of the highest retention and engagement rates, allowing us to collect much more information than traditional consumer panels.

2. EXTRACT ITEM-LEVEL DATA FROM RECEIPTS

We extract every item on the receipt; collecting SKU names, prices, volumes, promotions, discounts, payment methods, branch location, store name, time of purchase and total value.

3. SHOPPERS ARE FULLY PROFILED

Shoppers fill in demographic survey questions and we triangulate all other information including basket content, social media, device, geo-location and many more to accurately profile our shoppers.

4. ADDITIONAL SURVEY FOR RICHER INSIGHTS

Shoppers receive targeted surveys asking relevant questions at the right time, giving us insights into the why questions.


Advantages of Snapcart's Data:

1. RETAIL AGNOSTIC - Process over half a billion receipt names from over 6,000 store chains. Shoppers can get rewards from retail chain as long as they have receipts that are valid. Therefore, we capture transactions from all types of retailers including independent chains where existing solutions do not capture.


2. REAL TIME - Finally, seeing your shoppers purchase data every single week. Advanced optical character recognition technology allows us to extract almost immediately data from the receipts and proprietary machine learning algorithms clean and match data with our master database giving clients real time shopper insights.


3.  SHOPPER RICH - Get to know who, what, where and why regarding all of your pressing questions. Our user base grows as far as smartphone penetration grows, we access hard to reach audiences with extensive data sources triangulating geo-location, purchase data down to the item level, demographic information and many more


Sources: 

Text: https://snapcart.global/

Image: https://news.abs-cbn.com/business/07/29/16/want-grocery-rebates-and-rewards-theres-an-app-for-that


For Trivia Games Fans

2. Paydro Live

                                 


What is Paydro Live?
           Paydro Live is a live trivia game show app for a chance to win REAL MONEY by answering multiple choice questions correctly.

How much money can I win?
            No limits.

What is PUSO?
           If you get a question wrong or don’t answer in time you’re automatically eliminated from the game but if you have a puso, you can miss one question in a round of PAYDRO LIVE without being eliminated. Puso can only be used for first question up to the question before the last question. You can only use one puso per game.

How to get PUSO?
           You will receive extra lives by inviting people to play. Using your referral code for new users to download. You will receive a PUSO when they play their first game.

Where does the money come from?
             The prizes are sponsored by OVP Technologies Inc.

Where can I cash out my winnings?
                Cash Prizes can be cashed out using the Paydro app through Western Union branches nationwide instantly or through your bank account within 14 business days.

Is there a minimum amount cashing out?
                You will need a minimum prize balance of PHP 500.00 in your account to cash-out via Western Union, a third party service.

I`m having a problem processing a cash out. What should I do?
                Contact support@paydro.ph with your username and wait for the team to response and investigate your issue. 

HOW DOES IT WORK?
1. Download App for Free - Download or open the Paydro Application downloaded through the Apple Store or Google Play Store on your mobile device.
2. Register – Sign up for an account with a verified phone number or through Facebook.
3. Join – Click the banner at the bottom of the application stating that “PAYDRO IS LIVE”.
4. Get a Chance to Win – You will receive a notification when the live trivia game show match begins and chance to win REAL CASH.    

Sources: 
Text: https://paydro.ph/ 
Image: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ovp.system.paydro&hl=en

3. KUMU



What is Kumu?

Kumu is a mobile playground for Filipino communities. We provide livestream shows, group chats, and a fun way to make money - all in one app.


How do I get Kumu?

          Kumu is available for download on the App Store or Google Play. Links are on the home page.


How do I help out with Beta testing?

1. Download the kumu app.

2. Whenever you come across a bug or an unexpected experience or want to request a feature, shake your phone, and send us your thoughts.

3. Join the Ask Kumu Group chat if you’d like to join the Beta Testers Kumunity.


I no longer have access to the phone number I used to create my account. How do I change it?

          Please contact us.


Is Kumu free?

          Livestream shows, messaging, video calls, and voice calls will always be free on kumu.


Can I use Kumu outside of Philippines?

Absolutely. You can interact with fellow members of the kumu communit anywhere in the world provided you have internet access.


How do I invite more friends to use Kumu?

          Tap on “Friends". Phone Contacts in the User tab to invite your friends via SMS.


Does Kumu require a mobile data connection?

          You need an internet connection to have fun on kumu. It could either be Wi-Fi or mobile data.


Can I use Kumu on my laptop/desktop?

          We currently do not have a desktop app.


Can I run Kumu on multiple devices at once?

No. You can only be logged into one device at a time. When you try to sign in to a second device, your previous device will be deactivated.


Can I access my chat history from another device?

No. Your chat history is saved on your device, not on kumu’s servers.


I'm not receiving push notifications on Android

          Please check out our blog post about notifications.


What is this Timeline when I first enter Kumu?

Timeline enables you to see any photos, upcoming or recorded livestreams and status updates from people in your network.


What are Livestreams?

Every kumu user has the ability to livestream. You can see the list of upcoming livestreams on the Explore Tab on the Kumu app.


How do I delete a post or image from my Timeline?

You can press on the down icon on the top right of the post and a “delete” button will appear over the post.


Who can see my Timeline posts?

You can change your privacy settings by going to the User tab, pressing “Edit Profile,” and setting your Timeline Privacy to “Myself”, “Friends”, or “Everyone”


How do I cash out?

          View more info about cashing out here.


What are upcoming Kumu features?

Stay tuned and regularly check our blog to hear more product updates! Send us feedback & feature requests as well — perhaps the next Kumu feature will come from you!


Can’t find what you need?

          Feel free to mail us on our contact page and we will get back to you as soon as we can!


How do I manage my push notifications?

1) For chats, you can slide(iOS)/hold down the chat thread on message list to mute them. All kumunity chats are by default muted.

2) For livestream, you can goto Settings->Notifications to mute them. If you want to mute group livestreams, you can go to the Group Settings screen.


Sources:
Text: https://www.kumu.ph/faqs/

Image: https://www.apkmonk.com/app/im.kumu.ph/

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Tuwing umuulan, nilalamig, nalulungkot at gustong sumaya, may karamdaman o masama ang pakiramdam at naghihirap o naghihigpit ng sintron, ang madalas nating takbuhan ay LUGAW. Lugaw, Goto, Aroz Caldo, Congee, Porridge, anu pa man ang maging tawag natin sa pagkaing ito na sinangkapan ng bigas at sabaw ay tiyak na hahanap-hanapin natin ito bilang isang Pilipino. Ang pagkain ng lugaw ay impluwensya ng Espanyol at Intsik.  Madali lamang lutuin ang lugaw kung kaya’t walang pinipiling oras (almusal man o hapunan) o panahon ang paghain nito sa hapag ng mga Pilipino.

Marami na ring lugawan ang nagpatunay sa katagang “tubong-lugaw” o sa maliit na puhunan sa paglulugaw kumita na ng malaki. At marami sa mga lugawang iyan ay dinarayo at kilalang kilala sa iba’t ibang dahilan. Isa nariyan at hinding-hindi mawawala sa listahan ng mga may masasarap na lugaw sa bansa ang Lugawan sa Tejeros. Mula sa maliit na establisyimento ay nagkaroon na ito ng karagdagang espasyo at ikalawang palapag. Di maiaakila ang paglago ng naturang lugawan.

Anong meron sa lugaw ng Lugawan sa Tejeros? Bakit sikat ang lugawan sa Tejeros? Masarap ba ang lugaw?

Ang Lugawan sa Tejeros ay nakilala sa kanilang lugaw na sinahugan ng lechon kawali. Oo, tama kayo sa pagkakabasa! Lechon kawali ang binabalik-balikan ng kanilang masugid na parukyano. Nagkaroon ako ng pagkakataong tikman ang kanilang lugaw. At masasabe kong totoo nga ang balita, mura’t masarap at kakaiba sa mga lugaw na aking natikman na.  Hindi tulad ng ibang lugaw, simple lang at kulay puti ang lugaw ng Lugawan sa Tejeros sapagkat hindi sila gumagamit ng atsuete o pampakulay sa lugaw. Nagbigay din ng kakaibang lasa ang lechong kawali sa simpleng lugaw. Naitampok na ang naturang lugawan sa mga palabas tulad ng Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA) at Pareng Partners (abs-cbn). At para kay Erwan Heussaff, isang kilalang food blogger/chef, isa ang lugaw ng Lugawan sa Tejeros sa mga pinakamasarap na lugaw sa bansa.  

L4 - Lugaw with lechon kawali & egg

L4 with palabok

L4 with palabok and lumpiang togue

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ang bagong Lugawan sa Tejeros, may 2nd floor na!

Lugawan sa Tejeros kapag hapon

Ekstensyon ng establisyimento; sa harap lamang ng bago

Lugawan sa Tejeros kapag gabi

Lugawan sa Tejeros kapag gabi. Maswerte ako't padagsa pa lang yung mga tao nung pumunta kame. 

Lokasyon:

1066 Chino Roces Avenue, Cor. Malolos st., Barangay Tejeros Makati City, Philippines

Paano Pumunta:

                Mula sa Guadulape, sumakay ng mga Jeep na may signage na PRC, Paco or Bukid. Bumaba sa PRC Mcdo. Ilang hakbang mula sa 7/11 ay makikita mo na ang sikat na Lugawan sa Tejeros.

                Mula sa LRT - Gil Puyat station (Buendia/Magallanes), sumakay ng Jeep na may rutang PRC.  Bumaba sa PRC mismo o sa tapat ng lugawan mismo sabihin lamang sa driver.

                Mayroong ding Jeep na may rutang Guadalupe kung ikaw ay manggaling sa Quirino o Pedro Gil stations ng LRT sa manila. Magpababa lamang sa PRC. Ilang lakad mula sa PRC ay makikita na ang Lugawan sa Tejeros.

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When you’re in Baguio, one of the famous landmarks you can visit is the Diplomat Hotel. The Dominican Hill Retreat House, now commonly known as the Diplomat Hotel, is an abandoned structure atop Dominican Hill, Baguio, Philippines. It was built in 1911 by the Dominican Order in a 17-hectare property and served as their retreat house and a seminary in Baguio. The construction of the building was started by Fr. Roque Ruaño, O.P., a Spanish priest-civil engineer who is also responsible for the construction and design of UST Main Building. The design is based on the Spanish Dominican baroque architecture. On May 1915, the building was transformed into a school named Colegio del Santissimo Rosario. However, due to insufficient enrollees, the building was reverted to original use.

During World War II, the building played a big part and served as a sanctuary of refugees fleeing from the Japanese army. Sadly, Japanese troops bombed the hill that caused many death and damage to the building. Then they turned the place into their headquarters where the “Kenpeitai” (Japanese secret police) did barbaric acts such as torturing, raping and decapitating priests and nuns. After the war, the building underwent restoration. The late Antonio Agapito "Tony" Agpaoa, a Baguio-based entrepreneur and faith healer famous for psychic surgery managed its restoration. Together with the Diplomat Hotels, Inc., he remodeled and transformed the building into a hotel. The death of Agpaoa in 1987 (due to heart attack) brought the hotel’s operation to an end and later, to its abandonment. The Luzon earthquake happened in 1990 also made a big damage to the structure.

How did the horror stories start? From urban legends to viral creepy videos and stories spreading over the internet, all of these made a big impact on how the place got its “haunted” reputation. The place was also featured on famous local TV programs such as Magandang Gabi Bayan and Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, making it more interesting to visit to the minds of curious ones. Presently, the Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council of Baguio City took the ownership of DIPLOMAT HOTEL since 2005. It is now called Baguio Dominican Heritage Hill and Nature Park. Aside from being a tourist spot, it also serves as venue for many events such as film making and pre-nuptials photoshoots. In 2013, it was declared as National Historical Site by the NHCP.

I happened to see the famous Diplomat Hotel during the Panagbenga Festival Joiner’s tour I joined last February 2018. And I must say that it was a bit creepy touring around the hotel. However, I did enjoy my stay there because of the cool weather and the overlooking view of Baguio City from the top of the hotel. During my visit, most of the people I saw touring around the hotel have cameras and cellphones on their hands hoping they could capture images of ghosts and other entities (which I find a bit odd and courageous at the same time). Thank God I had no spooky experience nor ghost encounter while I was there!

Diplomat Hotel, Front side of the 2-story structure
a brief information about the hotel
Timeline of the Hotel

For Photo souvenir

For Photo souvenir
Hallway at the ground floor, with my friend

Hallway at the 2nd floor
Fountain inside the hotel

Inside the hotel

View of the inside from the top

View of the inside from the top 

Cross figure at the top of the hotel

Overlooking view of Baguio City
Back of the hotel
The Ten Commandments building

World's largest Ten Commandments Tablet

Guinness World Record Certificate for the tablet

Old structure inside the nature park


How to get there:

                From Manila, there are Bus Lines (Victory and Genesis) located in Cubao that will bring you to Baguio City. It will take you 3 to 5 hours travel time to reach Baguio City. From there, you can choose to take a private car or take public modes of transportation to get you to Diplomat Hotel.

There’s a Jeepney terminal near the Burnham Park that will take you to the Diplomat Hotel. Just tell the driver to drop you off at the Hotel or to the road nearest to the hotel. You can also take a cab/taxi which is more convenient.

Travel note:

                If you’re off on a spooky adventure, it’s best to go here during Halloween where horror stories and paranormal activities are everywhere. Just bring some flashlights with you if you’ve decided to go here during nighttime because available lights are not enough to suffice every dark corners of the building. Make sure to bring enough courage and some of your friends or family for some support (‘cause we never know what might happen!). Also bring your jacket/coat with you; you never know what the cold weather might bring to you.

                By the way, there’s a café beside the hotel if you’re hungry or thirsty.

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