TCL Brings Superior TV Experience with TCL’s Asphalt Nitro Racing Competition

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TCL takes high tech entertainment to a whole new level

TCL Multimedia, the world’s third largest TV manufacturer and leading QLED TV innovator, conducted an exciting virtual racing competition, in partnership with Gameloft, makers of Asphalt Nitro, for mallgoers of the SM Mall of Asia Cyberzone Area in Pasay City.

The three-day racing event gathered hundreds of participants, who competed for the coveted daily grand prize, which is a brand new TCL 32” D2900 and a smartwatch from Gameloft.

To win the race, every participant was put in a nerve-wracking round of the video game, Asphalt Nitro, and try to finish the race in the shortest possible time.

The winners who emerged on top of the lever board were determined on a daily basis based on the shortest time to reach the line. They are Cezar C. Dela Cruz Jr., Miguel M. Rabago, and Paul Yap.

The top prize shall be claimed at the TCL Sun, Inc. office located at 4/F Zen Towers NA Lopez St., Manila City. The winners must present the notification from TCL representative (direct message on Instagram or announcement on Facebook), together with any valid ID.



Redefining TV entertainment experience

During the racing event, the participants enjoyed the thrilling features of TCL C2 Android TV and the TCL X3 TV. These sleek and state-of-the-art TVs promise a whole new and exciting entertainment experience with its cutting-edge innovations in connectivity, picture quality, sound, and multi-functional features.

“Today, TV is more than just for watching your favorite programs. It is an experience that encompasses everything you are looking for,” said Eason Cai, chief executive officer of TCL. “Consumers now want a TV that allows them to connect to the internet, play their favorite games, watch live streaming programs, and even listen to their favorite tunes. TCL’s C2 Android and X3 offer multi-dimensional entertainment.”

TCL C2: The best in Android TV

TCL’s C2 TV is the latest Android M-powered TV that allows users to access a wide range of content and enjoy many functions including Google Play Store, games, music, movies, TV shows, Chromecast built-in, and voice search.

The C2 TV allows users to search and install their favorite Android apps to download movies, TV shows, music, and sports programs. It is complemented by a built-in Chromecast streaming capability allowing viewers to play their favorite video games and access preferred apps from mobile devices in the TV screens.

TCL’s C2 TV comes bundled with Netflix giving viewers a wide selection of programs to choose from. The Netflix application delivers TV and movie titles of up to 4k allowing viewing of thousands of contents. Its exclusive Netflix button directs users to the site with one click and the “T” button on the remote directs users to content express where TV channels and internet content are integrated so viewers can get what they want instantly.

Finally, TCL’s C2 Android TV delivers a stunning viewing experience with its HDR Pro, Wide Color Gamut (WCG) 4K UHD and Micro Dimming technologies. Superior sound is delivered via its front-facing Harman Kardon speakers and the Dolby Audio and Smart TV Volume that produces a studio-like sound quality.

TCL X3: TV gaming was never this exciting!

Another innovative offering is the TCL X3. Part of the premium XESS Series, this trailblazing TV combines many great features in one. It features a 65-inch Quantum Dot screen display and a curved body that highlights a sleek, modern and streamlined design that is slim and lacks edges.

It has a metal frame giving it a premium feel and look and showcases six circular Harman Kardon speakers in the front. Some units come with a game controller and two remote controls with one having a motion sensor.

The TCL X3 allows for superior resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels that allows users to play

4K videos easily. Its Quantum Dot display technology allows for better color accuracy and higher brightness making pictures sharp and showing clearer details.

The TCS X3 runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow and TV+OS 3.0 enabling users to access different applications from Google Play Store. It also features apps like Spotify, Netflix, YouTube, T-Launcher, GoLive TV and many others.

Finally, TCL’s X3 TV is powered by a 64-bit A53 quad-core processor, Mali T860 MP2 480 MHz GPU, 2.5GB RAM and 16GB worth of internal storage giving viewers the ability to launch and navigate various applications easily and seamlessly.

“The TCL C2 Android and TCL X3 TVs are just two of our cutting-edge products that will make the best Christmas gift this season giving families the chance to create touching moments in life and bring people together,” added Cai.

Founded in 1981, TCL—The Creative Life, is one of the leading global players in the audio-visual market. The company has invested extensively in research and development to bring the best design and performance on every device.

The company was recognized by International Data Group (IDG) as 2016-2017 Global Top 50 CE Brands and 2016-2017 Top 10 CE Brands from China. The company also won the Global Display Tech Innovation Award of the Year for TCL Quantum Dot TV.

Through its innovative products, it has successfully penetrated the global market establishing operations in 78 countries and regions around the world. TCL’s continued high-end product developments, such as the Quantum Dot, curved, 4K and large screen TVs, among others, putting it on par with other brands in the industry. In the first quarter of 2017, its LCD TV Sales Volume performance has improved by 38 percent, year-on-year.

Dusit Thani Bangkok to Remain Open Throughout the Year so Developer Can Add Even Greater Value to the New Hotel

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Originally slated to close for redevelopment this April, Dusit International’s iconic flagship hotel will now operate as usual until 5 January 2019.

International, one of Thailand’s foremost hotel and property development companies, has announced that its iconic flagship hotel, Dusit Thani Bangkok, will now remain fully operational until 5 January 2019 (with final check-out at 2pm on that date), instead of 16 April of this year, as was previously announced.

The hotel’s closing date has been extended to allow Dusit and its partners more time to add even greater value to the new version of the hotel, which will open as part of a THB 36.7 billion (approximately USD 1.1 billion) landmark mixed-use project to be built in partnership with Central Pattana PLC.

Founded by Thanpuying Chanut Piyaoui and opened on 27 February 1970, Dusit Thani Bangkok was once the city’s tallest edifice and largest hotel. A new landmark for the capital, the hotel pioneered five-star hospitality inspired by authentic Thai values and ushered in a new era of tourism for the city, revolutionizing dining, entertainment and even the way people organized wedding receptions in the process.

With its new hotel, Dusit International plans to mirror that success by creating a new city landmark that boosts the area’s appeal, enhances existing infrastructure, creates new opportunities for local businesses, celebrates Thai culture, and elevates the brand’s standing internationally.

“Since we officially announced the hotel’s redevelopment earlier last year, we have been inundated with messages from guests, customers and long-time fans of the hotel expressing their opinions about the project,” said Ms Suphajee Suthumpun, Group CEO, Dusit International. “While the majority expressed excitement about our next chapter, there were also those who wondered how we could possibly embrace our heritage and continue our legacy in a new building.

“The answer, of course, lies in taking our time to ensure we get it right. We are exploring many ways to add value to the new hotel and mixed-use project in terms of design and innovation. This includes embracing a green concept which reflects our prime location opposite Lumpini Park, creating direct links to both the MRT and BTS mass transit rail systems, and alleviating traffic in the area by providing new infrastructure.

“While our scrupulous attention to detail means we must extend the project timeline by eight months, we are delighted that guests now have more time to experience the hotel as it stands. We plan to enrich that experience by hosting a series of special events throughout the year.”

Former Choir Member Tiffany Teo Determined to Fulfill Destiny as Martial Arts Champ

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If a teenaged Tiffany “No Chill” Teo could see her adult counterpart, she would be unrecognizable.

As a young girl, the Singaporean martial arts standout was heavily involved in choir activities, which she participated in for a decade.

“I was a nerd when I was a kid. I was not very active,” Teo shared in jest.

Today, Teo is the polar opposite as she traded in her songbooks and rehearsal rooms for a pair of four-ounce gloves and the gym.

Teo went from a quiet, unassuming choirgirl to becoming a renowned strawweight martial arts prospect with an impressive record of 7-0.

The winding road to ONE Championship began in the oddest of places — in front of the television screen. Teo’s interest in martial arts, Muay Thai specifically, was stoked by popular reality show The Contender Asia.