Samsung celebrates BenCab’s 50 Creative Years

MANILA, Philippines – National Artist for Visual Arts Benedicto “BenCab” Cabrera is celebrating his 50th year as one of the country’s most renowned artists. As part of the brand’s movement to support the arts, Samsung recently opened an interactive exhibit at the Yuchengco Museum to celebrate the National Artist’s creative milestone. To coincide with the event, Samsung also unveiled the Galaxy Note5 BenCab Limited Edition, of which only 1,000 units will be made available in the market.

“BenCab in Two Movements” captures the National Artist’s transformational, collaborative spirit and his great willingness to push his craft to the next frontier. The one-of-a-kind exhibit captures how art and technology are intertwined. The show allows visitors to Yuchengco Museum to dance along to BenCab’s collaborator, Polish choreographer Paulina Wycichowska, whose movements are captured in 40 sketches in the 2006 work Studies of Dance Movements. The exhibit uses customized Samsung Smart TV and mobile apps to enhance the visitors’ interactive experience.

Samsung also unveiled the Galaxy Note5 BenCab Limited Edition—a fine marriage between art and technology. Only 1,000 units will be made available in the market. The limited-edition phablet comes in the Gold Platinum Galaxy Note5 variant with three pre-loaded Samsung art applications, exclusive BenCab artwork wallpapers, a commemorative BenCab in Two Movements micro art book, a special protective case featuring BenCab’s 2007 work Dance Interpretation, a certificate of authenticity, and unique serial number engraving at the back of the device.

The launch of the limited-edition Galaxy Note5 captures BenCab’s belief that technology can bring the arts and culture closer to the hearts and minds of Filipinos, a cause embraced by Samsung.

“As an artist, I have always dreamt of one day putting up a museum that would show not only my own work, but Philippine tribal art and contemporary works as well. In the end, all that you leave behind is your work, and I believe that the museum will be my legacy, and also my little contribution to the environment. I also recognize that this legacy would be far more meaningful if it can also be experienced, not just seen. So making my work interactive to the audience is like bringing these museums into people’s lives; with the case of the Galaxy Note5, bringing it to them via their smartphones. It is also one way of making the arts more immersive for people who are used to multimedia,” says the National Artist.

His choice of a device on which to showcase his works also reflects his appreciation of how technology can enhance art. The Galaxy Note5 offers a large 5.7” Quad HD Super AMOLED display, making it the optimal device on which to view his various works. It also comes with the powerfully-enhanced S-Pen that revolutionizes the digital handwriting & drawing experience on mobile devices, and a professional grade 16MP camera, among others.

BenCab’s artistic spirit takes flight with this initiative by Samsung Electronics Philippines, which articulates the technology leader’s commitment to the promotion of artistic expression and cultural development. By leveraging its strengths in technology, Samsung provides an ecosystem for digital art creation and presentation—something that BenCab hopes to fully explore in the future.

Log on to ZALORA (zlrph.com/samsung-bencab) or go to the select Samsung Experience Store to purchase the stunning Galaxy Note5 BenCab Limited Edition smartphone. Visit www.nextisnow.ph for more details.

Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ Avail their Pre-Order with Exclusive Gifts

What defines a person who lives big? Individuals who live big are intent on following their passions; they balance life between being dedicated to their careers, caring for their loved ones, and fulfilling hobbies. When their passion is life itself, they are always on the hunt for things that let them live bigger and better.
As the global leader in pursuing innovative ideas to better the lives of their loyal consumers, Samsung Electronics Co. is not only interested in transforming innovation into technology, but also allowing those who want to live big lead bigger and better lives through their devices.
Last August 14, Samsung announced the release of its latest flagship phablet devices, the Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+. Armed with an all-powerful S Pen, the Galaxy Note5 enhances productivity for the multitasking individual. Meanwhile, with its unrivaled immersive dual-edge display on a large 5.7" QHD Super AMOLED screen, the Galaxy S6 edge+ delivers the biggest and best display technology for the savvy multimedia consumer, leaving everything else trailing in the dust.

Those who live big can now be the first to own these revolutionary smartphones from Samsung. From August 17 to 30, Samsung fans can Pre-Order either the Galaxy Note5 or Galaxy S6 edge+ at any Samsung Experience Store nationwide by paying a down-payment of just PHP2,000 which can be settled either via cash or credit card.



Customers who avail of this exclusive Pre-Order opportunity are entitled to over PHP5,000 worth of Exclusive Gifts from Samsung. They get a FREE Fast Wireless Charging Pad (worth PHP2,299), a FREE Clear View Cover (worth PHP2,299), FREE One-year Accidental Damage and Theft Insurance with Malayan Insurance, a FREE Micro USB Connector to easily transfer content from your old device (worth PHP599), FREE P500 Uber Black ride for new Uber users, and FREE Extended Warranty for two (2) years.

Starting September 5, 2015 until 60 days after, pre-order customers can claim their device in the same Samsung Experience Store by settling the remaining balance. Customers must present the official receipt of the down payment along with a valid ID.

Citibank cardholders who claim their device during the opening weekend of September 5 to 6 can avail of a 0% interest on a 24-month installment while a 20% discount on select mobile accessories (limited to one accessory per unit) can be enjoyed by all.


The Galaxy Note5 offers 32GB storage, and comes in Black Sapphire & Gold Platinum color variants. It is priced at PHP 36,990 SRP. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S6 edge+ offers 32GB and 64GB storage options, and comes in Silver Titanium and Gold Platinum color variants. The 32GB variant is priced at PHP39,990 SRP, while the 64GB variant is priced at PHP44,990 SRP.


The Samsung Galaxy Note5 & Galaxy S6 edge+ are technological marvels of today's age. More than engineering the best of what technology can offer, Samsung wants to make living a bigger and better dream possible through its unique and premium smartphone experience.

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ and Samsung Galaxy Note5 Now In The Philippines

Last week, Samsung Philippines again launched their two formidable arsenal in the mobile phone arena. Samsung released their Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Samsung Galaxy Note5 in the Philippines.




Samsung Philippines invited selected personalities from the media, both traditional and digital (blogger) to witness Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Samsung Galaxy Note 5. As Samsung Philippines unveiled the two phones, it is also unveiled officially in other part of the globe; that is in New York where the CEO of Samsung is having a speech to the guest.

This exclusive UNPACKED event was held at Marriott Manila. Led by Business Unit Head for IT & Mobile, Digs Dimagiba, Category Head for Smartphones Ivan Pua, and Marketing Head for IT & Mobile Nio Judalena, Samsung Electronics Philippines gave local media and loyal consumers an intimate introduction, and a chance to be the first to experience the all-new Samsung Galaxy Note5 & Galaxy S6 Edge+.

What are the additional features that comes with both items?

On the technical side of both devices; they are both equipped with a powerful Octacore as to compare with recent release of Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge that comes with quad-core processor. The internal system memory of Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ was upgraded to 4-Gigabyte memory compare to the recent relase of the model of 3-Gigabyte of system memory; with this upgrade, the phone is more capable of multitasking without sacrificing the performance. Storage will be available in 32 and 64 Gigbyte which will store many data which the user will be using in his/her everyday task. The biggest improvement of both devices is that they carry a large amount of battery, rated at 3000 mah, a big improvement for the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+; meaning more talk time and more taks to be delivered both multimedia or business. Also, both devices is already running on Android 5.1 as

For those who are into multimedia, the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Samsung Galaxy Note5 camera is now equipped with F1.9 Aperture which in photographer's point of view, images are very sharp. This is available for their front and back camera of the device.

As social networking becomes more ubiquitous, consumers expect to share the moments of their lives through photos and video and Samsung is enabling that desire with improved video capabilities.

These include Steady Video, which provides Video Digital Image Stabilization on both the front and rear cameras for sharp, crisp video on-the-go, and Video Collage Mode, which allows users to record and edit short videos easily in various frames and effects. The Galaxy S6 edge+ and Note5 also feature 4K(UHD) video filming and Live Broadcast, which lets users instantly live streams Full HD video straight from the phone to any individual, group of contacts, or even the public through YouTube Live. Anyone who receives the YouTube link from a Galaxy S6 edge+ or Note5 user is able to enjoy live stream video from his or her smartphone, tablet, PC or Smart TV with YouTube connectivity. Since with this capability of the device, hope the Samsung will have a test where both units will be used as a video camera on a certain show to display the capability of the camera as their competitor used on the Burberry fashion show.

Galaxy S6 edge+ and Galaxy Note5 users will also benefit from Samsung’s advanced camera system, including Quick Launch (double click the home button to launch the camera in less than one second*), Auto Real-time High Dynamic Range (HDR), and Smart Optical Image Stabilization(OIS) and brand-new filters.

The Galaxy S6 edge+ and Note5 feature Samsung’s fast wired and wireless charging technology and the embedded wireless charging technology is compatible with virtually any wireless pad available today. With wired charging, both devices can be fully charged in approximately 90 minutes, and through Samsung’s latest wireless charger, they can be fully charged in approximately 120 minutes.

Samsung’s newest devices are further upgraded to support SideSync, which offers both wireless and wired PC-smartphone integration for seamless connections across devices. Thanks to auto-detection and an ultra quick setup, users can instantly connect their Samsung device to their PC or tablet for easy access to files and data across all platforms and operating systems.

Another feature that I was impressed at the event is that you can write on the screen of Samsung Galaxy Note 5 even you did not unlock its screen as it was shown in the image below.


Now with all the feature that comes with those devices. Samsung Philippines suprised us by announcing if you will pre-order the units on their Samsung authorized dealers from August 17-30, you will enjoy the following benefits which users will be impress because in the history of mobile business, this is the first time for a mobile device brand offered to the consumer, especially in the Philippines.

For those early adopters Filipinos, you will enjoy a insuracen coverage from Malayan insurance, and additional 2 year extended warranty for Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Samsung Galaxy Note 5; they will also give you an UBER Blackride option when you pre-order the devices. Other freebies are fast-chargers and micro-usb connector.

Please be advised that this is a first-come, first-served basis; so I suggest you better go to the nearest Samsung dealer for reservation and for details.


By the way, on the personal experience when we where given the units, all I can say is that the phones are sleeks and sophisticated.


Hope you will enjoy the latest release of Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Samsung Galaxy Note 5



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