These days a lot of people would like to create travel content but they don't know what kind of camera to start with. As a travel content creator, a phone is one of the devices that is accessible, you can easily grab it from your pocket, and it's an everyday device you can carry around. It's usually one of the devices I still recommend to beginners, especially to those who are just starting their journey in content creation.

During my South Korea adventures, I brought with me the new midrange A Series phones, the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G to go out and document my travels. These phones surprised me with how I was able to capture moments while on the go. Here are several reasons why these phones are awesome devices for anyone who wants to document their travels.

Camera Specs:

The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G sports a 12 MP Ultrawide Camera, 50 MP OIS Super HDR Video Camera, a 5 MP Macro Camera, and 32 MP Front Facing Camera. The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G on the other hand sports an 8 MP Ultrawide, 50 MP OIS Super HDR Video Main Camera, 5 MP macro camera, and 13 MP Front Camera.

Both phones offer advanced photography features, including enhanced Nightography and AI Image Signal Processing. This means you can capture clear and vibrant photos even in low-light conditions, ensuring that your travel memories are beautifully preserved regardless of the time of day.

 

Stable HDR Video:

When you are creating videos for your social media content, you have to keep your videos steady and not make your viewers dizzy. With the Stable HDR, you'll get super steady videos with richer colors. You'll be able to get a 12-bit video by using the 4k Stabilization UHD VDIS Adaptive feature.  

Awesome Recording Features:

Both phones feature a Single Take and Dual Recording feature. 

With Single Take the AI will capture up to 14 kinds of photos and videos from 3 to 10-second footage. Perfect for you to capture a static image and record a video at the same time. 

Dual Recording allows you to record things around you and your reactions simultaneously. So that you can even narrate yourself while you're showing what's happening during that moment. 

One UI 6 Creative Editing Tools:

Even while you're on the go, you can start editing your photos and videos with the help of these different Creative Editing Tools: Studio Video Editor, Eraser Tools, and Remaster Tools.

With the Studio Video Editor, you can start stitching your videos right away with its simple editing interface. Erase unwanted items in your pictures using the Eraser tools. Enhance your photos using the Remaster Tools.

**Edit Suggestion is compatible with JPG, PNG, GIF and MP4 formats. Edit results and quality may vary depending on the photography or filming conditions. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

Water and Dust Resistance Feature:

The IP67 rating for water and dust resistance is a significant feature for both the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G, especially for travelers who may encounter various environmental conditions during their adventures. Note make sure that the phone is dry before inserting your charger into the ports.

Security Features: 

Samsung Knox Vault, a flagship security feature, is available on both the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G. This hardware-based security solution offers comprehensive protection against both hardware and software attacks, ensuring that your sensitive data remains secure even if your device is lost or stolen. Additionally, Samsung Knox provides multi-layer security to safeguard critical information, giving you peace of mind while traveling. 

Awesome Designs:

Both phones sport 3 different trendy colors: Awesome Iceblue(Online Exclusive for A35), Awesome Navy, and Awesome Lilac. The Galaxy A55 has a metal frame while the Galaxy A35 uses a plastic frame. Both sport a 6.6-inch screen, a glass back panel, and an Infinity-O display.

Display Quality: 

The Super AMOLED displays on both phones provide astonishing clarity in Full High Definition. Additionally, the Vision Booster feature ensures that the screen remains clear and bright in various lighting conditions. This is ideal for viewing maps, and photos, or watching videos while on the go during your travels. 

Awesome Performance:

Unlock the Octa-core processor's power with improved GPU and NPU, making multitasking, gaming, and streaming a breeze. Both the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G feature a large vapor chamber cooling system that's ready to handle almost any task. Internal storage of 256GB  and supports a microSD card slot up to 1TB.

Compatibility with Galaxy Ecosystem: 

Both phones seamlessly integrate with the wider Samsung Galaxy ecosystem, allowing you to connect with other Galaxy devices such as Galaxy Fit3 or Galaxy Watch6. This integration enhances your travel experience by providing you with a seamless and integrated ecosystem of devices. And, thanks to Auto Switch, incoming calls will be automatically switched to connected Galaxy Buds FE for enhanced convenience. 

 

Prices that do not break the bank:

You can get the Galaxy A55 5G for ₱24,990 (8+256GB) while the Galaxy A35 5G can be yours for only ₱20,990 (8+256GB). A 128GB option will be available exclusively in Globe Telecom and Smart Communications. You can also enjoy awesome freebies! Get a Free Travel Adapter worth ₱1,190. You can get these phones at 0% interest for up to 18 months installment via home credit, 0% up to 12 months for credit card, plus an additional  P5,000 discount when you trade-in your old device for a new Galaxy A55 or Galaxy A35 5G. If you’re ready to get yourself these new A Series phones from Samsung, head to the link below:

A55 5G: 

https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-a55-5g/buy/ 

A35 5G: 

https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-a35-5g/buy/ 

In conclusion, the #Samsung Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G combine advanced photography and videography capabilities, superior display quality, portability, durability, and seamless integration with the Galaxy ecosystem offering travelers an excellent tool for capturing and sharing their adventures with the world. Whether you're a professional content creator or a casual traveler, these phones are well-equipped to meet your needs and elevate your travel content creation experience. So go ahead and #CreateAwesome Travel Content with the #GalaxyA55 5G and #GalaxyA35 5G!

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 A Galaxy of Awesome awaited mall goers and fans of Samsung’s A Series phones as SM North Edsa Annex hosted the Awesome Summer Fanfest! 

Samsung brought summer fun to the city at this free event where guests got to experience Samsung’s latest A Series devices through exciting activities. They not only got to take home fun giveaways after completing their awesome passports, but they even got the chance to meet and greet the newest members of Team Galaxy! 

Awesome moments with Team Galaxy

Fans of this generation’s acoustic OPM heartthrob, Adie, the nation’s girl group, BINI and iconic Gen Z love team Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano certainly took home kilig-worthy memories as watched awesome performances and interviews with their idols who have joined Team Galaxy. 

Those who purchased a Samsung Galaxy A55 5G or A35 5G even got the chance to take a photo and interact with these awesome stars!

Exploring fun content creation at Awesome Creative Studio

Guests got to take home memorable snaps that they could easily customize at the Awesome Creative Studio, where they learned all about exclusive One UI customization tools that come with the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G. These features included enhancing portraits like a pro with the Photo Remaster feature, removing clutter and shadows via Object Eraser, and making content even more unique with Custom Stickers.

Experience Super-steady videos at Bridge to Awesome Zone

Guests were invited to take a walk on the fun side at the Bridge to Awesome adventure zone. They could capture every exhilarating moment with the incredible stability of the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G, which has Stable HDR that ensured that their videos were super-steady – no shaky cam vids here!

With the Dual Recording feature, they could also simultaneously showcase their awesome reactions along with the action, while the Single Take feature allowed them to unleash their creative side by making it super easy to get up to 14 different types of photos and videos in just 3-10 seconds of filming.

Discover Awesome next-level security at the Knox Vault Quest 

Guests were also able to learn more about the next-level mobile security included in the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G through Samsung Knox Vault at the Knox Vault Quest zone. Samsung Knox is a trusted multi-layered security technology that provides complete protection across the Galaxy ecosystem through secure hardware, real-time threat detection, and collaborative vulnerability defense. 

At the booth, guests were able to test their mental and physical skills first by searching for a hidden key that revealed a locked device then entering the igloo to find a passcode to unlock the phone.

Make this summer a season of awesome 

Keep the fun going all summer long as awesome freebies still await this April when you purchase the Galaxy A55 5G or Galaxy A35 5G from now until April 18, 2024*. Enjoy a FREE Buds FE worth ₱5,490 and a FREE Travel Adapter worth ₱1,190 with every purchase, plus up to additional ₱5,000 off when you trade-in your old phone. 

Or take home awesome Samsung wearables and accessories at an amazing price with other bundle deals – get 30% off on the Galaxy Fit3, Galaxy Buds2 Pro and Galaxy Buds2, and 20% off on the Galaxy Watch6 Series, Watch5 Pro, and Buds FE. Buy the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G at Samsung.com or any authorized retail stores. 

Learn more about the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Galaxy A35 5G and other Galaxy smartphones by visiting the Samsung Newsroom, Samsung Mobile Press and Samsung.com.  

*Terms and conditions apply. DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-187533 Series of 2024 and DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-187534 Series of 2024.

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Are you ready for a Galaxy of Awesome? Samsung is ready to bring the heat with the Awesome Summer Fanfest happening this April 13-14, 2024 at SM North EDSA Annex! 

Mark your calendars as Samsung brings summer fun to the city at this free event where you can try Samsung’s latest A-series phone through exciting activities. Splash into awesomeness as you explore the amazing features of the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G at the Awesome Adventure Zones. Snap Tiktok and IG-worthy pics and vids inside the colorful content areas, and bring home exciting giveaways. 

You also have the chance to get up-close with your favorite celebrities! Simply purchase a Galaxy A55 5G or Galaxy A35 5G until April 10, 2024 in any Samsung authorized stores and get a chance to win meet and greet tickets for your beloved #TeamGalaxy stars such as fan favorite love team Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, the nation’s shining girl group, BINI and Gen Z OPM sensation Adie.

You won’t have to travel far to experience an awesome summer! Here are all the reasons for you to visit the Samsung Awesome Summer Fanfest: 

Awesome music and kilig-worthy moments

Prepare your hearts and dance moves at the Fanfest, for when you buy a Samsung Galaxy A55 5G or A35 5G until April 10, 2024, you get a chance to be meet this generation’s acoustic OPM heartthrob, Adie, or groove with the rising P-Pop girl group, BINI on April 13.

On April 14, be ready for all the awesome feels as the Galaxy A Series awesome ambassadors #TeamGalaxy Donny Pangilingan and Belle Mariano, or simply DonBelle graces the stage for some truly kilig-worthy performances. Bonus! If you buy your Galaxy A55 5G or A35 5G on the day of the event, you can get a guaranteed photo op with these awesome stars!

Record both ways worry-free at the Shoot n’ Splash Zone

Relive your childhood days at the Shoot n’ Splash zone! Grab a water gun and dive into the excitement of summer with the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G. Put these phones to the test and take your best shot as they can withstand water splashes thanks to their IP67 rating. This feature allows you to fully enjoy your summer trips without worries as these phones are built to hold out against occasional splashes and it is also dust resistant.

Capture your best angle at the Bridge to Awesome Zone

Cross-over to the thrilling world of adventure at the Bridge to Awesome adventure zone. Capture every exhilarating moment with the incredible stability of the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G, ensuring your videos are as steady as can be - even when you are not! 

That’s not all. With the Dual Recording feature, you can simultaneously showcase your awesome reactions and adventurous journey towards the other side with ease! And here's the kicker – with the Single Take feature, you can unleash your creativity by capturing up to 14 different types of photos and videos in just 3-10 seconds so it's easy-peasy to pick the finest snap.

Create superb personalized content at the Awesome Creative Studio

Make every snap your own kind of awesome at the Awesome Creative Studio where the exclusive One UI customization tools can make your photos stand-out like never before. Click-away with the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G in the booth and enhance your portraits like a pro with the Photo Remaster feature. Say goodbye to pesky shadows with the Object Eraser, ensuring your pics are flawless every time. And the fun doesn't stop there – get crafty and personalize your content with Custom Stickers, adding that extra touch of pizzazz to your photos.

Complete the Knox Vault Quest and discover awesome next-level security

Discover next-level mobile security from the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G brought to you by Samsung Knox Vault at the Knox Vault Quest zone. Samsung Knox is a trusted multi-layered security technology that provides complete protection across the Galaxy ecosystem through secure hardware, real-time threat detection, and collaborative vulnerability defense. But here's where the fun begins – at the booth, put your skills to the test as you search for the hidden key inside the ball sphere. Can you crack open the 'Knox Vaults' and reveal the secrets within?

Bring home the awesome summer vibes with you

But wait, the excitement doesn't end there! Take the awesomeness home with you and make this summer unforgettable! Purchase your very own Galaxy A55 5G or Galaxy A35 5G on April 13-14 at SM North EDSA Annex and snag an Awesome Summer Kit along with an exclusive DonBelle Summer photo card set – all for FREE! It's the perfect way to keep the fun going long after the adventure ends.

You can also get even more awesome freebies when you purchase the Galaxy A55 5G or Galaxy A35 5G from now until April 18, 2024*. Enjoy a FREE Buds FE worth ₱5,490 and a FREE Travel Adapter worth ₱1,190 with every purchase, plus up to additional ₱5,000 off when you trade-in your old phone. Or take home  awesome Samsung wearables and accessories at an amazing price with other bundle deals – get 30% off on the Galaxy Fit3, Galaxy Buds2 Pro and Galaxy Buds2, and 20% off on the Galaxy Watch6 Series, Watch5 Pro, and Buds FE. Buy the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G at Samsung.com or any authorized retail stores. 

Don't miss out on the Awesome Summer Fanfest happening this April 13-14, 2024 at SM North EDSA Annex - for more details, follow us at @SamsungPH on Facebook.

Learn more about the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Galaxy A35 5G and other Galaxy smartphones by visiting the Samsung Newsroom, Samsung Mobile Press and Samsung.com.  

*Terms and conditions apply. DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-187533 Series of 2024 and DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-187534 Series of 2024.

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Looking to expand and bring more opportunities to its membership program, the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) launched its enhanced TPB Membership Program at Luxent Hotel last March 12, 2024. 

Under Republic Act No. 9593, otherwise known as the Tourism Act of 2009, the Tourism Promotions Board shall be open for membership to entities, groups and individuals with economic, social or cultural interest in travel trade, congresses and conventions. Year 2023 ended with TPB having a total of 859 members from all over the country.

TPB COO Marga Nograles showed her solidarity with the TPB members during the event

“In my short time with TPB, I've seen that you are truly the core of our tourism industry. There’s so much potential for us to transform the Philippines into a global tourism leader, and this vision is only achievable through our collective effort,” said TPB COO Nograles addressing the stakeholders at the event. 

To strengthen the partnership between the agency and its members, TPB’s work plan for the year is to enhance its membership program. This will enable the members to prosper in the digital age, as they can learn how to leverage market intelligence through a series of modules. 

Another benefit of the enhanced program is the inclusion of members in the Travel Philippines app. Members will be featured in the app’s directory and the destinations tab, making it easier for aspiring travelers to reach them for their dream vacation in the country. The app also allows members to advertise their promos to tap into a wider audience now that the number of users of the Travel Philippines app is steadily increasing. 

DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco expressed her support for the program

Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco gave a keynote at the event to show her support for TPB’s Enhanced Membership Program. She emphasized that the enhanced program and the inclusion of TPB members in the Travel Philippines app is a significant milestone for the tourism industry, as it increases the connection between tourists and local tourism enterprises.

“The app gives new markets and existing markets access to information about TPB members. In other words, wherever you may be in the world, you can simply open your phone and access information that directly links tourists to your companies,” stated DOT Secretary Frasco. 

Also in attendance were Undersecretary Shahlimar Hofer Tamano, Undersecretary Ferdinand Jumapao, Assistant Secretary Rica Bueno, and Assistant Secretary Verna Buensuceso. Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Undersecretary Cristina Roque, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Undersecretary Roberto Lim, and Director Eduardo Pelaez also graced the event to show their support. Meanwhile, around 350 representatives from various tourism enterprises attended the launch.

The members’ inclusion in the Travel Philippines app and the special access to market intelligence are just two of the many benefits that enterprises can enjoy from TPB’s Enhanced Membership Program. TPB also offers networking and capacity-building, access to information and promotional materials, assistance for brand enhancement, and business opportunities for its program members.

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Get ready for a splash of beach fun this Easter Sunday as Pico Sands Hotel throws "Aloha Ohana: An Egg-citing Easter" party! Embrace the spirit of Easter on March 31, with a delightful Hawaiian twist filled with tropical vibes and unforgettable memories for children and their families. This egg-straordinary opportunity to bond with your loved ones is set with a series of kids’ activities – including a fun egg-hunting by the Event Park Garden of Pico Beach.

Tickets start at P1,000 nett for members and P1,300 nett for non-members, each admitting one island explorer (aged 12 years old and below) and one adult companion. Enjoy delicious treats and suprises from our event sponsors: SM Supermalls, Skyranch, Oishi, Gardenia Bakeries, Tom’s World, Toy Kingdom, Ritz Food Product Corp., Chips Delight, Smileys, Egg Bites, Lemon Square, Broadway Gems, Cherifer, and Happy Bubbles Manila. 

Escape the ordinary and create unforgettable moments with your loved ones at Pico Sands Hotel. 

To book your summer getaway with family or friends, visit www.picosandshotel.com or email reservations@picosandshotel.com. You may also reach us at +63 917 809 1289 / +63 2 8464 7888.

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 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G, two smartphones that demonstrate Samsung’s ongoing commitment to making the best of mobile innovations available to everyone. Both devices come with extensive security features such as Knox Vault, as well as new photography capabilities inspired by Galaxy’s flagship camera innovations and a stunning display that adjusts to users’ surroundings with Vision Booster.

“With the Galaxy A series, we are expanding our latest technologies to a wider audience so that more people can benefit from them,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “We are excited to open up even more possibilities on the Galaxy A series this year, including offering Samsung Knox Vault for the first time on this lineup. We’re proud to enable Galaxy A series users to safely and reliably enjoy outstanding mobile experiences.”

An Entertainment and Creativity Hub with Versatile Photography and Stunning Display

With enhanced Nightography, Galaxy A55 5G takes clearer and more vibrant photos even in poor lighting conditions. That means every nighttime photo can reach awesome new levels. Galaxy A55 5G’s advanced AI Image Signal Processing (ISP) produces stunning low-light images never seen before on Galaxy A series. It’s not just scenery that looks amazing. Night Portrait mode and 12-bit HDR video ensure the people in every image look great so that capturing memories with friends and family is never dependent on the perfect lighting.

Both Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G offer the incredible photography capabilities that Samsung Galaxy is renowned for, including features such as optical image stabilization (OIS) and video digital image stabilization (VDIS) that keep photos and videos crisp even when filming on the go. 

The new devices also continue the Galaxy A series’ tradition of making fun and immersive mobile experiences accessible to all. Users can enjoy watching the latest shows or browsing social media with Super AMOLED displays, showing astonishing clarity in Full High Definition. They can also count on the 6.6-inch screen on both the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G looking clear and bright in a range of light conditions thanks to Vision Booster. 

Democratizing Samsung’s Most Powerful Security Innovations to Intelligently Protect More Customers for Longer

This year Samsung  is bringing one of its most innovative flagship security features,  Samsung Knox Vault  to Galaxy A series users for the very first time, including  on the new Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G. A hardware-based and tamper-resistant security solution, Samsung Knox Vault offers comprehensive protection against both hardware and software attacks by constructing a secure execution environment that is physically isolated from the system’s main processor and memory. It can help protect the most critical data on a device, including lock screen credentials, such as PIN codes, passwords and patterns. Samsung Knox Vault also protects device encryption keys, encrypting users’ private data stored in the device. Only a user who has the correct lock screen credentials can access their data, even if the device is lost or stolen.

The Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G are also secured by Samsung Knox, Galaxy’s multi-layer security platform. One of the most trusted security platforms in the world, Samsung Knox is designed to safeguard critical information and protect against vulnerabilities with end-to-end secure hardware, real-time threat detection and collaborative protection, taking a holistic approach across the entire Galaxy ecosystem.

For even more ways to stay protected, the Galaxy A series offers Auto Blocker, an opt-in package of additional security measures. When switched on, Auto Blocker can block app installations from unauthorized sources, provide app security checks to scan for potential malware and block potentially malicious commands and software installations to your device while connected by USB cable. New Galaxy A series users will also have access to Galaxy’s Security and Privacy Dashboard, making it easier than ever to see and control what is happening to their data and withdraw any permissions whenever they choose. They can also enjoy Private Sharing (part of Quick Share), which enables the secure and encrypted sharing of private files containing important personal or financial information. To ensure confidentiality, users can control the recipient’s access permissions and the file’s expiration date, while also choosing to limit screenshots or downloads.

The new Galaxy A series smartphones demonstrate Samsung’s commitment to ensure Galaxy devices remain secure and up-to-date for longer. With the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G, users will continue to benefit for up to four generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades and five years of security updates, optimizing the lifecycle of the devices by keeping them equipped with all the latest Galaxy and Android features.

Seamless Connection with the Ever-Expanding Samsung Galaxy Ecosystem

The Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G are fully compatible with the Galaxy ecosystem giving users a smooth and integrated experience across a range of Galaxy devices. Users can keep up with their fitness goals by connecting Galaxy Fit3 or Galaxy Watch6 to their Galaxy A series smartphone. And, thanks to Auto Switch, incoming calls will be automatically switched to connected Galaxy Buds FE for enhanced convenience. 

An Awesome Experience Awaits this Summer 

So go ahead and #CreateAwesome with the Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G, available starting March 18! Get the Galaxy A55 5G for ₱24,990 (8+256GB) while the Galaxy A35 5G can be yours for only ₱20,990 (8+256GB). A 128GB option will be available exclusively in Globe Telecom and Smart Communications. You can also enjoy awesome freebies when you buy from March 18 to April 18, 2024 - get a Free Buds FE worth ₱5,490 and a Free Travel Adapter worth ₱1,190 with every purchase.* 

You can buy your Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G and avail of this limited time offer through all authorized Samsung Retail, Online, Experience Stores, and Operator Partners alongside Flexible Payment and Trade-In, Trade-Up offers and other running nationwide promotions.*

To find out more about the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Galaxy A35 5G and other Galaxy smartphones, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsung Mobile Press and Samsung.com.  

*Terms and conditions apply. DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-187533 Series of 2024 and DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-187534 Series of 2024.

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