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by Jino D. Nicolas, 大象传媒
\nWearable technologies continue to evolve. From telling the time and date, heart rates and beats per minute, to active notifications for people, innovation in devices such as smartwatches and health trackers continue to push forward.
\nOver the years, users may have embraced and adapted to technological innovations in whatever form or function, but I find that there is some peace in simplicity and minimalism.
\nAnd the mWell Health Ring stands out not for its flashiness, but for its quiet efficiency.
\n\nAs a recovering cancer patient, I\u2019ve found the mWell Health Ring to be more than just a health accessory\u2014it has become an unobtrusive companion in my daily routine.
\nUnlike smartwatches, which often demand visual attention, the mWell Health Ring is designed for minimalism. It doesn’t feel bulky or heavy, and wouldn’t require much of an adjustment for married people. The ring feels less like a gadget and more like a natural extension of one\u2019s lifestyle.
\nThe mWell Health Ring provides real-time insights into heart rate, oxygen saturation, sleep quality, and physical activity.
\nIts compact design and extended battery life allow for continuous monitoring without the need for frequent charging or screen interaction.
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It is true that smartwatches can gather the same information, but personally, I never got into the practice of swiping through the screens of such devices.
\nThe mWell Health Ring does not require me any extra effort to make use of its functions to the fullest. All it requires is for me to wear it.
\nWith its integration to the mWell PH app, accessing the information gathered by the ring requires only a few taps on my phone.
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\n\nEmpowering decisions for a healthy lifestyle
\nOne of the ring\u2019s most compelling features is its ability to provide users with a basic overview of their health status, enabling proactive adjustments without the need for constant medical consultations.
\nWhether evaluating sleep patterns, tracking daily steps, or assessing sedentary behavior, the ring empowers users to make informed decisions about their wellness routines.
\nI have been a multimedia artist and producer in the news industry for 17 years. Given the nature of my occupation, it is hard to avoid that most of my days are spent in a sedentary way.
\nFinding myself engrossed in work or leisurely activities, it’s quite easy to neglect even the most basic practices for a healthy lifestyle.
\nThe information provided by the health ring such as the comparisons of how much time I spend doing exercise, light activities, or just sitting in front of my computer already helps me decide on whether I should stand up, walk a bit, or do something healthier.
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Practical enhancements for future versions
\nWhile the ring excels in many areas, one practical limitation remains: its ease of retrieval when misplaced.
\nAdmittedly, I have misplaced it several times during the course of using it, and I found it quite difficult to locate.
\nA simple feature allowing users to trigger a beep or blinking light via the companion app would greatly enhance usability\u2014particularly for those using darker variants that blend into their surroundings.
\nIt does light up to gather health information from time to time, but a function in the mWell app where a user could trigger it would be an enormous help.
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More personalization options are something that mWell might want to consider in the future too.
\nWith current color options limited to black, silver, and bronze, expanding the color palette and offering features such as name engraving could enhance its appeal\u2014particularly for users seeking a more expressive or individualized design.
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Not just wearable tech
\nThe mWell Health Ring is not merely a piece of wearable tech\u2014it is a quiet, intelligent partner in personal health management.
\nFor individuals navigating recovery or simply seeking a more discreet way to monitor wellness, it offers a thoughtful balance of form and function. With continued innovation and attention to personalization and usability, it has the potential to redefine how we engage with our health\u2014one subtle signal at a time.
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mWell is the digital healthcare arm of Metro Pacific Investment Corporation (MPIC).
\nMPIC is one of the three key Philippine units of Hong Kong-based First Pacific Co. Ltd., the others being Philex Mining Corp. and PLDT Inc.
\nHastings Holdings, Inc., a unit of PLDT Beneficial Trust Fund subsidiary MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., has a majority share in\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0through the Philippine Star Group, which it controls.
\n", "content_text": "by Jino D. Nicolas, 大象传媒\nphoto by Jino Nicolas, 大象传媒\nWearable technologies continue to evolve. From telling the time and date, heart rates and beats per minute, to active notifications for people, innovation in devices such as smartwatches and health trackers continue to push forward.\nOver the years, users may have embraced and adapted to technological innovations in whatever form or function, but I find that there is some peace in simplicity and minimalism.\nAnd the mWell Health Ring stands out not for its flashiness, but for its quiet efficiency.\n\nAs a recovering cancer patient, I\u2019ve found the mWell Health Ring to be more than just a health accessory\u2014it has become an unobtrusive companion in my daily routine.\nUnlike smartwatches, which often demand visual attention, the mWell Health Ring is designed for minimalism. It doesn’t feel bulky or heavy, and wouldn’t require much of an adjustment for married people. The ring feels less like a gadget and more like a natural extension of one\u2019s lifestyle.\nThe mWell Health Ring provides real-time insights into heart rate, oxygen saturation, sleep quality, and physical activity.\nIts compact design and extended battery life allow for continuous monitoring without the need for frequent charging or screen interaction.\nphoto by Jino Nicolas, 大象传媒\nIt is true that smartwatches can gather the same information, but personally, I never got into the practice of swiping through the screens of such devices.\nThe mWell Health Ring does not require me any extra effort to make use of its functions to the fullest. All it requires is for me to wear it.\nWith its integration to the mWell PH app, accessing the information gathered by the ring requires only a few taps on my phone.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmpowering decisions for a healthy lifestyle\nOne of the ring\u2019s most compelling features is its ability to provide users with a basic overview of their health status, enabling proactive adjustments without the need for constant medical consultations.\nWhether evaluating sleep patterns, tracking daily steps, or assessing sedentary behavior, the ring empowers users to make informed decisions about their wellness routines.\nI have been a multimedia artist and producer in the news industry for 17 years. Given the nature of my occupation, it is hard to avoid that most of my days are spent in a sedentary way.\nFinding myself engrossed in work or leisurely activities, it’s quite easy to neglect even the most basic practices for a healthy lifestyle.\nThe information provided by the health ring such as the comparisons of how much time I spend doing exercise, light activities, or just sitting in front of my computer already helps me decide on whether I should stand up, walk a bit, or do something healthier.\n \nPractical enhancements for future versions\nWhile the ring excels in many areas, one practical limitation remains: its ease of retrieval when misplaced.\nAdmittedly, I have misplaced it several times during the course of using it, and I found it quite difficult to locate.\nA simple feature allowing users to trigger a beep or blinking light via the companion app would greatly enhance usability\u2014particularly for those using darker variants that blend into their surroundings.\nIt does light up to gather health information from time to time, but a function in the mWell app where a user could trigger it would be an enormous help.\nphoto by Jino Nicolas, 大象传媒\nMore personalization options are something that mWell might want to consider in the future too.\nWith current color options limited to black, silver, and bronze, expanding the color palette and offering features such as name engraving could enhance its appeal\u2014particularly for users seeking a more expressive or individualized design.\n \nNot just wearable tech\nThe mWell Health Ring is not merely a piece of wearable tech\u2014it is a quiet, intelligent partner in personal health management.\nFor individuals navigating recovery or simply seeking a more discreet way to monitor wellness, it offers a thoughtful balance of form and function. With continued innovation and attention to personalization and usability, it has the potential to redefine how we engage with our health\u2014one subtle signal at a time.\n \nmWell is the digital healthcare arm of Metro Pacific Investment Corporation (MPIC).\nMPIC is one of the three key Philippine units of Hong Kong-based First Pacific Co. Ltd., the others being Philex Mining Corp. and PLDT Inc.\nHastings Holdings, Inc., a unit of PLDT Beneficial Trust Fund subsidiary MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., has a majority share in\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0through the Philippine Star Group, which it controls.", "date_published": "2025-08-03T15:04:54+08:00", "date_modified": "2025-08-03T20:55:24+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/blexticauldulack/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/1311207d4ac1996cb586666fe3d56418ca9f007d735b74eb19d3fa440df5c8b4?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/blexticauldulack/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/1311207d4ac1996cb586666fe3d56418ca9f007d735b74eb19d3fa440df5c8b4?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/mwell-healthring-01.jpg", "tags": [ "health ring", "Jino D. Nicolas", "mWell", "Review", "Health", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=621046", "url": "/technology/2024/09/12/621046/review-the-realme-13-pro-5g-is-more-than-just-its-camera/", "title": "REVIEW: The Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is more than just its camera", "content_html": "by Jino D. Nicolas
\nThere are over 84.45 million social media users in the Philippines, accounting for 72.5% of the population, as reported in Digital 2023: The Philippines by Datareportal.
\nWith that many users consuming content regularly, the content creator industry in the Philippines has seen rapid growth over the years.\u00a0
\nMobile phone manufacturers were bound to take notice of the demands of content creators, and Realme is one of them.\u00a0
\nThe global technology company indicated during the launch of the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G that the significance and attributes of content creation have greatly influenced the design of their new phone.\u00a0
\nBranded as \u201cA DSLR in your pocket,\u201d the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G boasts an improved tri-camera setup, a focus on AI enhancement, and a bigger battery capacity.\u00a0
\n\u201cNow it is so easy to spread any type of content that you want to put out there,\u201d\u00a0 Jimmclaude Gayo, Product Marketing Lead at Realme Philippines, said in an interview during the event.\u00a0
\nIs the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G a great tool for content creation or is it just a model refresh?\u00a0
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\nThe specs\u00a0
\nThe Realme 13 Pro+ 5G shares some core features with its predecessor, the 12 Pro+ 5G. This is the reason why the new flagship phone of Realme may be considered a model refresh.
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| Feature | \nRealme 12 Pro+ 5G | \nRealme 13 Pro+ 5G | \n
|---|---|---|
| Processor | \nQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | \nQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | \n
| RAM | \n8GB / 12GB | \n8GB / 12GB | \n
| Storage | \n128GB / 256GB / 512GB | \n256GB / 512GB | \n
| Display | \n6.7-inch OLED, 120Hz, 950 nits peak brightness | \n6.7-inch OLED, 120Hz, 2000 nits peak brightness | \n
| Battery | \n5000 mAh, 67W charging | \n5200 mAh, 80W charging | \n
| Operating System | \nAndroid 14, Realme UI 5.0 | \nAndroid 14, Realme UI 5.0 | \n
Similar as they may be, there are some upgrades to the newer 13 Pro+ 5G.
\nThe 6.7 OLED screen of the 13 Pro+ 5G can produce twice the brightness than its predecessor.
\nThe battery of the newer phone also has a larger capacity at 5200 mAh, and allows for faster charging at 80W, something that content creators would surely appreciate.
\n\u201cKailangan power-efficient ka (para) at the end of the day, magagamit mo yung phone [You need to have power-efficient batteries that can last the whole day,]\u201d Mr. Gayo said.
\nSome might see it as a deal breaker that the core technical specs of the 13 Pro+ 5G is the same as that of the 12 Pro+ 5G, but that doesn’t mean it wouldn’t perform well.
\nThe phone’s is relatively slim and lightweight (190 grams), contributing to its portability. Although the 13 Pro+ 5G comes with a free case, some users may opt to buy third-party cases that would add a bit more weight based on their preference.
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Work, work, work
\nThe Realme 13 Pro+ 5G performs well with productivity apps.
\nThe combination of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen2 and the 12gb of RAM ensures smooth multitasking for productivity apps such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and management tools such as Trello.
\nFor professionals always on-the-go, the ability to switch between apps seamlessly is a must-have. The 13 Pro+ 5G does that with ease.
\nThe touch interface is smooth and responsive, which is always the first thing that smart phone users notice.
\nThe OLED display with the 120Hz refresh rate and higher brightness capabilities proved quite useful for apps that demand detailed visuals such as Canva.
\nWith the Realme UI 5.0, the 13 Pro+ 5G also comes with AI driven features such as AI Screen Recognition and AI Smart Loop. These apps are very helpful in streamlining workflows.
\nStandby time is also impressive with the higher battery life.
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Got game
\nThe Realme 13 Pro+ 5G may be marketed more for content creators, but it certainly does not slack with performance on gaming.
\nThe 13 Pro+ 5G performs admirably with popular mobile games given it’s powerful hardware.
\nThe Adreno 710 GPU in particular allows Mobile Legends to run smoothly at high settings. Game experience is fluid with minimal lag.
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Genshin Impact, known to be demanding for its graphics, plays decently at low to medium settings, providing a balance between visual quality and performance.
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No significant lag or frame drops for Call of Duty Mobile. Gameplay is smooth even at high graphics and max frame rate.
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Overall, the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is a very capable mobile gaming phone.
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Power to create\u00a0
\nAt first glance, the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G looks it has the same camera setup with its predecessor, but in truth, there are some improvements.
\n![\"\"](\"/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Realme13ProPlus5G-02-300x169.jpg\")
The main camera of the 13 Pro+ 5G uses the Sony LYT-701 sensor. Granted, the sensor is basically a rebrand of the Sony IMX890 that came with the 12 Pro+ 5G, the LYT-701 takes of advantage of Sony’s latest sensor technology. These come with improvements in image processing and low-light performance.
\nAnother difference between the two phones is, again, the sensor that comes with the telephoto camera.
\nThe 13 Pro+ 5G makes use of the Sony LYT-600 sensor, while the 12 Pro+ 5g uses the Omnivision senser.
\n![\"\"](\"/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Realme13ProPlus5G-09-300x169.jpg\")
Both provide excellent low-light performance and color accuracy, but the advance features of the LYT-600 gives it the edge over the Omnivision sensor.
\nAlso of note is that Sony LYT-600’s 100% focus pixels actually provide faster and more accurate autofocus.
\nOne thing that content creators would like about the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is it’s front camera. Unlike that of it’s predecessor, the 13 Pro+ 5G’s front camera can record video in 4k.
\nBeing able to see the framing and lighting through your screen as content creators produce video helps a lot in overall production quality. Now, the output is in 4k.
\n![\"\"](\"/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Realme13ProPlus5G-08-169x300.jpg\")
Through end-user feedback from customers and partners, Mr. Gayo said these allowed them to address and leverage the common pain points of cameras in other smartphones, like blurred photos due to lack of OIS and evident noise due to automatic ISO adjustments.\u00a0\u00a0
\n“Anything that they experience that is a pain point for them definitely has to be considered for us to solve that with the next one there,” he said.
\nThe Realme 13 Pro+ 5G comes with AI enhancements that significantly improve user experience and overall performance for the phone’s camera.
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Conclusion
\nOverall, it is understandable that the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is branded as a “DSLR in your pocket.”
\nThe high quality of images, color accuracy, shallow depth of field, and low-light performance actually attests to its capability to cater to photography and videography enthusiasts.
\nHowever, it should be of note that the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is more than just a phone with a great camera. Productivity and gaming performance are also excellent.
\nRealme has achieved a great balance between quality, performance, and price with the Realm 13 Pro+ 5G. – with contributions from Almira Louise S. Martinez
\n", "content_text": "by Jino D. Nicolas\nThere are over 84.45 million social media users in the Philippines, accounting for 72.5% of the population, as reported in Digital 2023: The Philippines by Datareportal.\nWith that many users consuming content regularly, the content creator industry in the Philippines has seen rapid growth over the years.\u00a0\nMobile phone manufacturers were bound to take notice of the demands of content creators, and Realme is one of them.\u00a0\nThe global technology company indicated during the launch of the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G that the significance and attributes of content creation have greatly influenced the design of their new phone.\u00a0\nBranded as \u201cA DSLR in your pocket,\u201d the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G boasts an improved tri-camera setup, a focus on AI enhancement, and a bigger battery capacity.\u00a0\n\u201cNow it is so easy to spread any type of content that you want to put out there,\u201d\u00a0 Jimmclaude Gayo, Product Marketing Lead at Realme Philippines, said in an interview during the event.\u00a0\nIs the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G a great tool for content creation or is it just a model refresh?\u00a0\n\u00a0\nThe specs\u00a0\nThe Realme 13 Pro+ 5G shares some core features with its predecessor, the 12 Pro+ 5G. This is the reason why the new flagship phone of Realme may be considered a model refresh.\nRealme 13 Pro+ 5G specs on box | bworldonline.com\n\n\n\nFeature\nRealme 12 Pro+ 5G\nRealme 13 Pro+ 5G\n\n\nProcessor\nQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2\nQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2\n\n\nRAM\n8GB / 12GB\n8GB / 12GB\n\n\nStorage\n128GB / 256GB / 512GB\n256GB / 512GB\n\n\nDisplay\n6.7-inch OLED, 120Hz, 950 nits peak brightness\n6.7-inch OLED, 120Hz, 2000 nits peak brightness\n\n\nBattery\n5000 mAh, 67W charging\n5200 mAh, 80W charging\n\n\nOperating System\nAndroid 14, Realme UI 5.0\nAndroid 14, Realme UI 5.0\n\n\n\nSimilar as they may be, there are some upgrades to the newer 13 Pro+ 5G.\nThe 6.7 OLED screen of the 13 Pro+ 5G can produce twice the brightness than its predecessor.\nThe battery of the newer phone also has a larger capacity at 5200 mAh, and allows for faster charging at 80W, something that content creators would surely appreciate.\n\u201cKailangan power-efficient ka (para) at the end of the day, magagamit mo yung phone [You need to have power-efficient batteries that can last the whole day,]\u201d Mr. Gayo said.\nSome might see it as a deal breaker that the core technical specs of the 13 Pro+ 5G is the same as that of the 12 Pro+ 5G, but that doesn’t mean it wouldn’t perform well.\nThe phone’s is relatively slim and lightweight (190 grams), contributing to its portability. Although the 13 Pro+ 5G comes with a free case, some users may opt to buy third-party cases that would add a bit more weight based on their preference.\n \nRealme 13 Pro+ 5G Specs on screen | bworldonline.com\nWork, work, work\nThe Realme 13 Pro+ 5G performs well with productivity apps.\nThe combination of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen2 and the 12gb of RAM ensures smooth multitasking for productivity apps such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and management tools such as Trello.\nFor professionals always on-the-go, the ability to switch between apps seamlessly is a must-have. The 13 Pro+ 5G does that with ease.\nThe touch interface is smooth and responsive, which is always the first thing that smart phone users notice.\nThe OLED display with the 120Hz refresh rate and higher brightness capabilities proved quite useful for apps that demand detailed visuals such as Canva.\nWith the Realme UI 5.0, the 13 Pro+ 5G also comes with AI driven features such as AI Screen Recognition and AI Smart Loop. These apps are very helpful in streamlining workflows.\nStandby time is also impressive with the higher battery life.\n \nGot game\nThe Realme 13 Pro+ 5G may be marketed more for content creators, but it certainly does not slack with performance on gaming.\nThe 13 Pro+ 5G performs admirably with popular mobile games given it’s powerful hardware.\nThe Adreno 710 GPU in particular allows Mobile Legends to run smoothly at high settings. Game experience is fluid with minimal lag.\nMobile Legends Settings on Realme Pro 13+ 5G\n\nGenshin Impact, known to be demanding for its graphics, plays decently at low to medium settings, providing a balance between visual quality and performance.\nGenshin Impact Settings on Realme13 Pro+ 5G\n\ufeff\nNo significant lag or frame drops for Call of Duty Mobile. Gameplay is smooth even at high graphics and max frame rate.\nCall of Duty Mobile Settings on Realme 13 Pro+ 5G\n\nOverall, the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is a very capable mobile gaming phone.\n \nPower to create\u00a0\nAt first glance, the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G looks it has the same camera setup with its predecessor, but in truth, there are some improvements.\nThe tri-camera setup of the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G | bworldonline.com\nThe main camera of the 13 Pro+ 5G uses the Sony LYT-701 sensor. Granted, the sensor is basically a rebrand of the Sony IMX890 that came with the 12 Pro+ 5G, the LYT-701 takes of advantage of Sony’s latest sensor technology. These come with improvements in image processing and low-light performance.\nAnother difference between the two phones is, again, the sensor that comes with the telephoto camera.\nThe 13 Pro+ 5G makes use of the Sony LYT-600 sensor, while the 12 Pro+ 5g uses the Omnivision senser.\nExtreme closeup photo of a toy using the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G\nBoth provide excellent low-light performance and color accuracy, but the advance features of the LYT-600 gives it the edge over the Omnivision sensor.\nAlso of note is that Sony LYT-600’s 100% focus pixels actually provide faster and more accurate autofocus.\nOne thing that content creators would like about the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is it’s front camera. Unlike that of it’s predecessor, the 13 Pro+ 5G’s front camera can record video in 4k.\nBeing able to see the framing and lighting through your screen as content creators produce video helps a lot in overall production quality. Now, the output is in 4k.\nPhoto of a toy with shallow depth of field using the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G\nThrough end-user feedback from customers and partners, Mr. Gayo said these allowed them to address and leverage the common pain points of cameras in other smartphones, like blurred photos due to lack of OIS and evident noise due to automatic ISO adjustments.\u00a0\u00a0\n“Anything that they experience that is a pain point for them definitely has to be considered for us to solve that with the next one there,” he said.\nThe Realme 13 Pro+ 5G comes with AI enhancements that significantly improve user experience and overall performance for the phone’s camera.\n\nAI HyperRAW Algorithm: enhances image quality by improving clarity, dynamic range, and color accuracy\nAI Ultra Clarity: enhances details and sharpness of photos\nAI Smart Removal: allows removal of unwanted elements in a photo\nAI Group Photo Enhance: adjust lighting and focus to ensure everyone in the photo looks great\nAI Natural Skin Tone: skin tones are enhanced to look natural\nAI Pure Bokeh: makes background blur look more natural\n\n \nRealme 13 Pro+ 5G back | bworldonline.com\nConclusion\nOverall, it is understandable that the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is branded as a “DSLR in your pocket.”\nThe high quality of images, color accuracy, shallow depth of field, and low-light performance actually attests to its capability to cater to photography and videography enthusiasts.\nHowever, it should be of note that the Realme 13 Pro+ 5G is more than just a phone with a great camera. Productivity and gaming performance are also excellent.\nRealme has achieved a great balance between quality, performance, and price with the Realm 13 Pro+ 5G. – with contributions from Almira Louise S. Martinez", "date_published": "2024-09-12T23:17:53+08:00", "date_modified": "2024-09-12T23:17:53+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/blexticauldulack/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/1311207d4ac1996cb586666fe3d56418ca9f007d735b74eb19d3fa440df5c8b4?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/blexticauldulack/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/1311207d4ac1996cb586666fe3d56418ca9f007d735b74eb19d3fa440df5c8b4?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Realme13ProPlus5G.jpg", "tags": [ "5G", "content creators", "gaming", "Jino D. Nicolas", "productivity", "realme", "realme 13 pro+", "Technology" ] }, { "id": "/?p=435698", "url": "/podcast/2022/03/14/435698/b-side-podcast-kumain-ka-na-ba-the-social-role-of-food/", "title": "[B-SIDE Podcast] Kumain ka na ba? The social role of food", "content_html": "\nFollow us on Spotify\u00a0大象传媒 B-Side
\nThe cliche \u201cthe way to a man\u2019s heart is through his stomach\u201d is especially true in the Philippines, where food is central to gatherings and \u201ckumain ka na ba\u201d or \u201chave you eaten\u201d is a common greeting.
\nWhen the pandemic struck, the simple act of breaking bread in the presence of friends and family was taken away from us.
\nIn this\u00a0B-Side\u00a0episode, John Paolo C. Dalupang, a research associate at the Institute of Philippine Culture and lecturer at the Ateneo de Manila University, tells\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0reporter Jaspearl Emerald G. Tan about the social role of food.
\nMr. Dalupang, who has done research on feeding programs, public health, and disaster resilience, shares what he\u2019s learned about what we lost when we were deprived of social gatherings and how our relationship to food has changed because of the pandemic.
\nTAKEAWAYS
\nFood can maintain identities and relationships.
\n\u201cFood practices enable people to create and maintain cultural, racial, and ethnic identities,\u201d said Mr. Dalupang, adding that it is the ritual of food preparation and sharing that helps build relationships.
\n\u201cIt\u2019s the experiences that surround the food that really help form the bonds,\u201d he said.
\nFood can sometimes express what words cannot, he continued, like when someone is asking for forgiveness or when courting someone.
\n\u201cI think, in general, when we give food to others, there is this notion of concern.\u201d
\nFood is a status marker.
\n\u201cFood is a reflection of the particular context that you are in,\u201d said Mr. Dalupang
\nFood preferences can hint at what you can afford or where you live.
\n\u201cThere\u2019s this concept called conspicuous consumption wherein you buy things and you ensure that other people see you buying it,\u201d he said.
\nThe pandemic changed our relationship with food.
\n\u201cWe lost the ability to gather and share food but being resourceful, we have made adaptations,\u201d said Mr. Dalupang, who pointed out that Zoom parties allowed us to gather virtually. \u201cThe only thing is, it\u2019s still a different feel. A lot of people will tell you that it\u2019s still different when you can sit with each other and actually converse.\u201d
\nRecorded remotely on Feb. 16, 2022. Produced by\u00a0Jino D. Nicolas\u00a0and\u00a0Sam L. Marcelo.
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\n", "content_text": "Follow us on Spotify\u00a0大象传媒 B-Side\nThe cliche \u201cthe way to a man\u2019s heart is through his stomach\u201d is especially true in the Philippines, where food is central to gatherings and \u201ckumain ka na ba\u201d or \u201chave you eaten\u201d is a common greeting.\nWhen the pandemic struck, the simple act of breaking bread in the presence of friends and family was taken away from us.\nIn this\u00a0B-Side\u00a0episode, John Paolo C. Dalupang, a research associate at the Institute of Philippine Culture and lecturer at the Ateneo de Manila University, tells\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0reporter Jaspearl Emerald G. Tan about the social role of food.\nMr. Dalupang, who has done research on feeding programs, public health, and disaster resilience, shares what he\u2019s learned about what we lost when we were deprived of social gatherings and how our relationship to food has changed because of the pandemic.\nTAKEAWAYS\nFood can maintain identities and relationships.\n\u201cFood practices enable people to create and maintain cultural, racial, and ethnic identities,\u201d said Mr. Dalupang, adding that it is the ritual of food preparation and sharing that helps build relationships.\n\u201cIt\u2019s the experiences that surround the food that really help form the bonds,\u201d he said.\nFood can sometimes express what words cannot, he continued, like when someone is asking for forgiveness or when courting someone.\n\u201cI think, in general, when we give food to others, there is this notion of concern.\u201d\nFood is a status marker.\n\u201cFood is a reflection of the particular context that you are in,\u201d said Mr. Dalupang\nFood preferences can hint at what you can afford or where you live.\n\u201cThere\u2019s this concept called conspicuous consumption wherein you buy things and you ensure that other people see you buying it,\u201d he said.\nThe pandemic changed our relationship with food.\n\u201cWe lost the ability to gather and share food but being resourceful, we have made adaptations,\u201d said Mr. Dalupang, who pointed out that Zoom parties allowed us to gather virtually. \u201cThe only thing is, it\u2019s still a different feel. A lot of people will tell you that it\u2019s still different when you can sit with each other and actually converse.\u201d\nRecorded remotely on Feb. 16, 2022. Produced by\u00a0Jino D. Nicolas\u00a0and\u00a0Sam L. Marcelo.\nFollow us on Spotify\u00a0大象传媒 B-Side\n \n \n \n \n ", "date_published": "2022-03-14T11:05:05+08:00", "date_modified": "2022-03-14T11:05:05+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/rgentribirthfurd/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9965230d2fd009579b4e8df9a934f6d1021b1ee67e60bcb4cad3b7249a2900ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/rgentribirthfurd/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9965230d2fd009579b4e8df9a934f6d1021b1ee67e60bcb4cad3b7249a2900ce?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/03.14.22-B_Side_JohnPaoloC.Dalupang-1400x1400-1.jpg", "tags": [ "Ateneo de Manila University", "B-Side", "Institute of Philippine Culture", "Jino D. Nicolas", "John Paolo C. Dalupang", "Podcast" ] }, { "id": "/?p=431168", "url": "/podcast/2022/02/21/431168/b-side-podcast-votes-for-sale/", "title": "[B-SIDE Podcast] Votes for sale", "content_html": "\n
Vote buying is prohibited under the Omnibus Election Code, with penalties of imprisonment for one to six years, disqualification to hold public office, and forfeiture of one\u2019s right to vote if found guilty.
\nAnd yet, vote buying still happens.
\nIn this\u00a0B-Side\u00a0episode, Froilan C. Calilung, a political science professor at the University of Santo Tomas, talks about the legalities and loopholes that have allowed vote buying to become part of the Philippine political system, with structures built by those with power and money. \u201cWe could simply say that poverty is one of the contentious issues why we have vote buying, and why it is still very much prevalent in our society nowadays,\u201d he tells\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0reporter Alyssa Nicole O. Tan. \u201cMany Filipinos actually see election time as a frivolous event \u2014 more like a carnival of sorts, if I may say.\u201d
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\nUtang na loob\u00a0(debt of gratitude) has a dark side.
\nMany voters will come from the C, D, and E margins which include the lower middle class, working class, and the poor, making them susceptible to the pressure of accepting bribes in exchange for votes.\u00a0
\nThere are two schools of thought when it comes to vote buying, said Mr. Calilung: \u201cOne of which says that you vote according to your conscience which means\u2026 you don\u2019t accept the money at all,\u201d he explained, \u201cand the other one is relevant to the idea of accepting the money but not voting for the candidates.\u201d
\nHe added that vote buying doesn\u2019t even have to involve money; it can come in the form of canned goods, job placements, leisure opportunities, or whatever gains the candidate any sort of favor \u2014 this, in turn, leads to \u201cutang na loob,\u201d or a feeling of indebtedness.
\nVote buying shouldn\u2019t be \u2018condoned, normalized, or romanticized\u2019 no matter how widespread it is.
\nPeople have learned how to rationalize vote buying. \u201cThe premise and the belief that this money is ours, this is taxpayer\u2019s money that these politicians get, and they\u2019re just trying to give it back to us,\u201d said Mr. Calilung.\u00a0
\nEven better: when a preferred candidate buys a vote that was already theirs. \u201cThey are hitting two birds with one stone.\u201d
\nHowever, Mr. Calilung said vote buying must not be condoned, normalized, or romanticized even if the Commission on Elections is unable to prevent it.\u00a0
\nIf you can\u2019t reform politicians, reform the populace instead.
\nAppealing to the collective conscience to \u201cdo the right thing,\u201d might work, said Mr. Calilung, who pointed to non-government organizations and the church as possible messengers.
\nEliminating vote buying, he added, will \u201copen the floodgates for more honest, competent, and highly qualified political aspirants to join the fray.\u201d\u00a0
\n\u201cI think it all boils down to the kind of moral fiber that we have,\u201d Mr. Calilung said, but this reasoning only works for the privileged.\u00a0\u201cPoverty is still going to play a big role in the elections, and it will factor in the decision to accept money from the candidates.\u201d
\nRecorded remotely in December 2021. Produced by Bront\u00eb H. Lacsamana, Jino D. Nicolas, and Sam L. Marcelo.
\n", "content_text": "Vote buying is prohibited under the Omnibus Election Code, with penalties of imprisonment for one to six years, disqualification to hold public office, and forfeiture of one\u2019s right to vote if found guilty.\nAnd yet, vote buying still happens.\nIn this\u00a0B-Side\u00a0episode, Froilan C. Calilung, a political science professor at the University of Santo Tomas, talks about the legalities and loopholes that have allowed vote buying to become part of the Philippine political system, with structures built by those with power and money. \u201cWe could simply say that poverty is one of the contentious issues why we have vote buying, and why it is still very much prevalent in our society nowadays,\u201d he tells\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0reporter Alyssa Nicole O. Tan. \u201cMany Filipinos actually see election time as a frivolous event \u2014 more like a carnival of sorts, if I may say.\u201d\nTAKEAWAYS\nUtang na loob\u00a0(debt of gratitude) has a dark side.\nMany voters will come from the C, D, and E margins which include the lower middle class, working class, and the poor, making them susceptible to the pressure of accepting bribes in exchange for votes.\u00a0\nThere are two schools of thought when it comes to vote buying, said Mr. Calilung: \u201cOne of which says that you vote according to your conscience which means\u2026 you don\u2019t accept the money at all,\u201d he explained, \u201cand the other one is relevant to the idea of accepting the money but not voting for the candidates.\u201d\nHe added that vote buying doesn\u2019t even have to involve money; it can come in the form of canned goods, job placements, leisure opportunities, or whatever gains the candidate any sort of favor \u2014 this, in turn, leads to \u201cutang na loob,\u201d or a feeling of indebtedness.\nVote buying shouldn\u2019t be \u2018condoned, normalized, or romanticized\u2019 no matter how widespread it is.\nPeople have learned how to rationalize vote buying. \u201cThe premise and the belief that this money is ours, this is taxpayer\u2019s money that these politicians get, and they\u2019re just trying to give it back to us,\u201d said Mr. Calilung.\u00a0\nEven better: when a preferred candidate buys a vote that was already theirs. \u201cThey are hitting two birds with one stone.\u201d\nHowever, Mr. Calilung said vote buying must not be condoned, normalized, or romanticized even if the Commission on Elections is unable to prevent it.\u00a0\nIf you can\u2019t reform politicians, reform the populace instead.\nAppealing to the collective conscience to \u201cdo the right thing,\u201d might work, said Mr. Calilung, who pointed to non-government organizations and the church as possible messengers.\nEliminating vote buying, he added, will \u201copen the floodgates for more honest, competent, and highly qualified political aspirants to join the fray.\u201d\u00a0\n\u201cI think it all boils down to the kind of moral fiber that we have,\u201d Mr. Calilung said, but this reasoning only works for the privileged.\u00a0\u201cPoverty is still going to play a big role in the elections, and it will factor in the decision to accept money from the candidates.\u201d\nRecorded remotely in December 2021. Produced by Bront\u00eb H. Lacsamana, Jino D. Nicolas, and Sam L. Marcelo.", "date_published": "2022-02-21T10:55:32+08:00", "date_modified": "2022-02-21T11:33:56+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/winseciontainkes/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/5aebc87a76b327f90fc9671dea4220c74092c328c9b13ee03e93a20601e350d3?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/winseciontainkes/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/5aebc87a76b327f90fc9671dea4220c74092c328c9b13ee03e93a20601e350d3?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/02.21.22-B_Side_Froilan-C.-Calilung-1400x1400-1.jpg", "tags": [ "B-Side", "Bront\u00eb H. Lacsamana", "elections", "Froilan C. Calilung", "Jino D. Nicolas", "Podcast", "Sam L. Marcelo" ] }, { "id": "/?p=428195", "url": "/podcast/2022/02/07/428195/b-side-podcast-strengthening-the-healthcare-system-part-2/", "title": "[B-SIDE Podcast] Strengthening the healthcare system (Part 2)", "content_html": "\nWhile the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has dominated the headlines, other issues such as mental health concerns, tuberculosis, and cancer still need to be addressed.
\n\u201cThere are a lot of patients who are not able to get treatment because of COVID-19, and access to treatment is an issue,\u201d said Dr. Erwin G. Benedicto, head of medical affairs at Johnson & Johnson Philippines.
\nIn this\u00a0B-Side\u00a0episode, the second on strengthening the country\u2019s health system, he tells\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0reporter Bront\u00eb H. Lacsamana how the public and private sector can work together to provide better healthcare and protect the country from multiple health-related threats.
\n\u201cMoving forward\u2026 we will have to enhance the private and public partnership because I know that the government cannot do it alone, and private cannot do it alone,\u201d Dr. Benedicto said.
\nRecorded remotely in December 2021. Produced by Bront\u00eb H. Lacsamana, Jino D. Nicolas, and Sam L. Marcelo.
\nListen to\u00a0Part 1. To read the related story, get the January 2022 issue of\u00a0大象传媒 In-Depth.
\n", "content_text": "While the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has dominated the headlines, other issues such as mental health concerns, tuberculosis, and cancer still need to be addressed.\n\u201cThere are a lot of patients who are not able to get treatment because of COVID-19, and access to treatment is an issue,\u201d said Dr. Erwin G. Benedicto, head of medical affairs at Johnson & Johnson Philippines.\nIn this\u00a0B-Side\u00a0episode, the second on strengthening the country\u2019s health system, he tells\u00a0大象传媒\u00a0reporter Bront\u00eb H. Lacsamana how the public and private sector can work together to provide better healthcare and protect the country from multiple health-related threats.\n\u201cMoving forward\u2026 we will have to enhance the private and public partnership because I know that the government cannot do it alone, and private cannot do it alone,\u201d Dr. Benedicto said.\nRecorded remotely in December 2021. Produced by Bront\u00eb H. Lacsamana, Jino D. Nicolas, and Sam L. Marcelo.\nListen to\u00a0Part 1. To read the related story, get the January 2022 issue of\u00a0大象传媒 In-Depth.", "date_published": "2022-02-07T10:17:55+08:00", "date_modified": "2022-02-07T10:18:22+08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/winseciontainkes/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/5aebc87a76b327f90fc9671dea4220c74092c328c9b13ee03e93a20601e350d3?s=512&d=mm&r=g" } ], "author": { "name": "大象传媒", "url": "/author/winseciontainkes/", "avatar": "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/5aebc87a76b327f90fc9671dea4220c74092c328c9b13ee03e93a20601e350d3?s=512&d=mm&r=g" }, "image": "/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/02.06.22-B_Side_Health2-1400x1400-1.jpg", "tags": [ "B-Side", "Bront\u00eb H. Lacsamana", "Coronavirus", "COVID-19", "Erwin G. Benedicto", "healthcare", "Jino D. Nicolas", "Johnson & Johnson", "Podcast", "UHC", "universal healthcare law" ] } ] }