Archive for February, 2010

I Love ESS Crossbow Essay Contest winners announced!

Friday, February 26th, 2010 by dolita

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Youth Trends in the Philippines

Friday, February 26th, 2010 by Lena

The Filipinos are a curios lot. They are very nationalistic and are more than willing to fight, argue, debate and even die for the country. Nationalism is a general trait for nationalism after all means the belief that one’s nation is of utmost concern. This goes without saying that there has been an ongoing thrust for the Filipinos to “buy Filipino”. This drive is to encourage Filipinos to buy goods that are made in the Philippines. However, this is not always the case as imported goods flood the Philippine market. (more…)

Laptop Bags

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010 by Lena

Laptops have become an essential gadget in today’s society.  It is definitely hard to think and digest on how (only a decade ago) our society was able to function without the convenience of a laptop. Everyone seems to have a laptop just as everyone has a mobile phone. The popularity of these two gadgets may well be rooted to its functionality and mobility for ease in communication. Innovations in technology have made communication in any part of the world possible as long as there are cell sites and internet connection.

Belkin Venice Laptop Backpack

Belkin Venice Laptop Backpack

Buying a laptop could prove to be quite tough if you have no idea what specifications you need. However, if you know what you want, choosing a laptop would be quite easy as long as the financial aspect is taken care of.  Once you have bought your laptop, the next thing that you need to buy is the laptop bag.

Choosing a laptop bag is not as easy as you think. (more…)

Vote for your Shoot & Win Entries

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010 by dolita

If you are one of the submitters or you have friends who participate in our recent Shoot & Win Photo Contest, you could start voting now at http://apps.facebook.com/promotionshq/contests/15287/voteable_entries?view_entries=1

If you are just a passer-by but you think the pictures are nice, vote anyway. Exercise your rights.

Voting open from now to March 8th @ 09:00 am (SGT). Afterwards, jury will select the winners based on the creativity, quality and the popularity (vote-wise) of the entry. Well, actually everyone is a winner because all “shooter” participants will receive discount voucher from Apple Bazaar. View a snapshot of the entries:

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Shoot & Win Photo Contest Extended!

Saturday, February 13th, 2010 by Lena

Get your creative juices flowing as the Apple Bazaar’s Shoot and Win Photo contest is extended until February 22, 2010. Cool Prizes are still up for grabs for the most outstanding entry chosen by the judges and voters. Top prize is an iPod Nano 5th Generation 16GB while second and third prizes get Creative’s Vado High Definition and iPod Shuffle 3rd Generation 2GB respectively. Consolation prize of 12 percent discount voucher for use at Apple Bazaar online shop will be given to the all participants.

Apple in my mobile phone!

The following terms and conditions apply:
1. Gift vouchers are not exchangeable for cash and are only valid at Apple Bazaar store.
2. Voucher is not valid on discounted items.
3. Voucher is one-use but can be used on multiple items purchased at the same time.

Joining the contest is easy. Photo entries must use the Apple Bazaar word or logo anywhere on the photo. It can be anything from a baby holding his letter toys with the words Apple Bazaar spelled out or you wearing a pair of sunglasses that has the logo of Apple Bazaar somewhere on the sunglasses. Photoshop manipulation is allowed. Only original entries are qualified to join the contest. Make sure that it’s your own and you don’t infringe any copyright laws.

Welcome to Apple Bazaar

A lot of people have submitted their entries. Erica has made the Apple Bazaar logo and name as her cell phone wall paper while Brandon’s entry looked like he had been shopping at Apple Bazaar. Sam’s entry includes 2 people holding a piece of paper with Apple Bazaar written or drawn on it as if welcoming a guest in the airport. Churwyn used his pet cat licking an apple while two people have similar entries showing directions to Apple Bazaar. While Wendy has smartly displayed everything Apple Bazaar that we can find online.

meow... i want an applebazaar!

I want an AppleBazaar

There are more interesting entries and you can view them right here. You have less than two weeks to compose and plan your photo entry. Only those with Facebook accounts may submit their photos. Be sure to submit your entry on or before February 22, 2010. For contest guidelines and other rules, please visit here.

After submission of entries, the voting phase begins shortly right after. Tell your friends about the contest and ask them to vote your photo. The more votes you get, the more chances you have of winning.

Valentine Gifts Ideas for Him

Saturday, February 13th, 2010 by Lena

The best Valentine gifts for him would definitely be anything  in the line of electronics and gadgets.  From the latest cell phones to power tools, 4×4 sports utility vehicle with V8 super power engine to 12 megapixel digital SLR camera, men love their gadgets. The list goes on and on as every man has at least one gadget obsession. Why the obsession, anyway?

Men’s gadgets are the extension of his manhood.  What they lack in certain areas, they make up for it with things and worldly possessions.  They collect as many toys and as many gadgets and electronics as they possibly can.  They think that the latest ultra light graphite golf clubs or even the top of the line Grill Pro grill utilities are way too cool.  They are just so amazed with technology. (more…)

Valentine Gifts Ideas for Her

Saturday, February 13th, 2010 by Lena

Valentine is really for the ladies. That’s what women tell themselves when they feel Valentine has lost its magic. As shallow as it sounds, it is quite difficult to summon up the excitement felt about Valentine back when we thought love would really last forever. For many couples, Valentine is weighed down by obligations, foremost of which is to give chocolates and roses for your partner in life or attend a dinner show.

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Top 8 Tips for the Perfect Chocolate Cake For Valentine

Friday, February 12th, 2010 by mac


Baking the perfect chocolate cake for Valentine  seems like a very difficult task to many, especially when they come across pictures of elaborate fancy pieces of art that are actually chocolate cakes. (more…)

Traditional Chinese New Year Food Part 2

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010 by Lena
various chinese new year cookies

various chinese new year cookies

February 14, 2010 is not just Valentine’s Day but also Chinese New Year or Spring Festival. For the Chinese all the world over, the New Year is the time to sweep out the “old” and usher in the “new”. As typical of any Chinese event, the celebration of New Year is marked by a lot of food and desserts. Part one of this series focused on traditional Chinese New Year main dishes. For part two, focus will be on desserts – cakes, cookies and fruits. (more…)

Chinese New Year on Valentine’s Day

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010 by Lena

How often do we celebrate two special occasions or holidays on the same date?  This year February 14 marks the start of the year of the Tiger.  As we all know, Valentine’s Day always falls on the 14th. So it’s now making a huge dilemma for people, especially couples, who have a family commitment to be present for the Chinese New Year traditional dinner but have a date with their special someone.  Most couples who are tying the knot on Valentine’s Day also add to hustle and bustle of this double event.

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