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AIA Ascend will help you adult like a pro
Go YOLO while still saving for the future
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent the last few years juggling the joys of being young and wild with the very real pressures of adulting.
Spoiler alert: it’s hard. Saving for tomorrow while living your best life today? That feels like trying to balance a beach ball on a needle.
But AIA Philippines, formerly Philam Life, might have cracked the code with their latest offering, AIA Ascend.
So, what exactly is AIA Ascend?
Think of it as your financial BFF. This new plan isn’t just about saving for retirement (although it’s really good at that); it’s about helping you fund all your dreams—big and small—without forcing you to choose between YOLO-ing now and securing your future.
Melissa Henson, AIA Philippines’ Chief Marketing Officer, sums it up perfectly: “Millennials, who not too long ago were figuring out how to adult, are now leveling up in life. We’ve learned that many value thriving today while building for tomorrow. AIA Ascend ensures they don’t have to pick one over the other.”
Why you’ll love it
Whether you’re dreaming of traveling the world, building your dream home, or saving for your kid’s future (or maybe even all three), AIA Ascend is designed to adapt to your goals. Here’s the tea:
- Cash payouts to keep you going: Starting in the fifth or sixth year (depending on your payment plan), you’ll get a yearly cash payout equivalent to 5% of your policy’s face amount. Perfect for a much-needed “me time” vacay or splurging on that passion project.
- Big goals, big payoff: At age 65, you’ll receive a guaranteed lump sum worth 200% of your policy’s face amount. Translation? That’s your dream retirement home calling.
- Life insurance coverage: Life’s unpredictable (ugh), but this plan ensures your loved ones are taken care of with a death benefit of up to 200% of the face amount.
- Bonus dividends: Not guaranteed, but when they roll in, they’re a sweet extra to boost your funds.
- Optional protection riders: Add-ons like Total and Permanent Disability or Enhanced Waiver of Premium give you the flexibility to customize your plan for even more peace of mind.
How it fits your life
Here’s the fun part: AIA Ascend doesn’t box you into a boring “one-size-fits-all” solution. Want to upgrade your home? Check. Eyeing that second degree after retirement? Double-check. With 5- or 10-year payment options, you can tailor the plan to fit your current budget and future plans.
It’s basically the adulting hack we’ve all been waiting for. Because adulting doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your dreams today for security tomorrow.
With AIA Ascend, you get to live your best life now while building the future you’ve always imagined. And honestly, isn’t that the goal?
For more deets, visit aia.com.ph or call their customer hotline at (632) 8528 2000.
Deals
Trade in your old device and switch to Dyson at SM Podium
A simple trade-in lets you enjoy Dyson’s latest technology with better value!
Sometimes, the right upgrade arrives at the perfect moment.
Dyson is giving everyone that chance with its Trade to Upgrade event happening from November 25 to 28 at the 2F Atrium of SM Podium.
It’s a limited run designed for anyone who has been waiting to switch to smarter cleaning, cooler airflow, or sleeker styling.
The idea is simple: Bring your old purifier, vacuum, or hair tool from any brand, working or not, and switch to a Dyson machine within the same category.
You can enjoy up to 30 percent off when you trade in a purifier for a Dyson purifier, a vacuum for a Dyson vacuum, or a hair dryer or styler for a Dyson hair tool.
It’s a straightforward way to upgrade your daily routines with technology that performs better and looks better at home.
The event also welcomes shoppers who are not trading in. Dyson is offering flexible payment options with zero percent installment for up to twenty-four months on all machines, including the Airwrap Coanda 2X and the Amber Silk finish.
This gives more room to choose the device that fits your lifestyle without rushing the decision.
Whether you are setting up a smarter home or refreshing your everyday essentials, this event is a chance to experience Dyson’s design and engineering in a more accessible way.
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How the HUAWEI Active Rings run inspired my next streak
One active morning turned into a streak I wanted to keep!
There are days when running feels like a routine and there are mornings when it feels like a gift.
The HUAWEI Active Rings Fun Run landed perfectly on one of those good mornings. I woke up before the sun, optimistically laced my shoes, and took my place at the SM Mall of Asia Complex, where a thousand runners gathered with the same intention.
Everyone wanted to move with purpose and enjoy a moment that centered on fitness and a little glow from our smartwatches.
Finding my rhythm with my Active Rings
HUAWEI partnered with RUNRIO and a full roster of lifestyle staples like GCash, Shopee, Nature’s Spring, and URC. It created a space that felt alive even before anyone started running.
There were giant inflatables, interactive photo walls, and booths with snacks and hydration that framed the Race Village.
When the run began, the energy pushed me forward. The seaside breeze reminded me why I loved running outside. HUAWEI designed this event for their community of users and I felt that intention with every step.
It felt easy to check my stats and stay on pace because the watch tracked everything that mattered without distracting me.
I was inspired when seasoned runners passed me by, whereas some of them would later claim the top spots. The runners around me boosted me with energy that I wanted to match. They were competitive in a way that felt inspiring.
The little moments that made the morning sweeter
After crossing the finish line, I wandered around the Race Village again. I watched runners take photos with their medals and chat with friends they made during the route.
The GCash Watch Pay booth became unexpectedly helpful for a lot of participants. It let everyone bind their GCash account to their HUAWEI smartwatch.
It made sense for runners who preferred to go cashless and travel light. Shopee was also present and reminded everyone how modern life blends with fitness.
Every corner of the event touched a part of our daily routines. It showed how technology can help simplify healthy habits.
Keeping the streak alive with Light Up Your Active Rings
The fun run wrapped up the physical celebration but HUAWEI kept the momentum alive through the Light Up Your Active Rings Online Challenge. It runs from November 8 to 30 inside the HUAWEI Health App.
Participants only need to burn 1500 kcal within the challenge period to unlock the exclusive Manila Medal, a new badge inside the app that feels like a digital pat on the back.
Sharing the medal on TikTok with the hashtags #LightUpYourActiveRingsPH and #EnjoyYourMoment also enters participants into a chance to win a HUAWEI Watch GT 6.
HUAWEI will announce the winner on December 15. It feels like an invitation to stay active long after the race banners are packed away.
The challenge is simple and the message is clear: movement matters even when it feels small. Running, walking, cycling, or making your day a little more intentional can change the way you show up for yourself.
A community that runs with you
That morning reminded me that fitness does not need to feel lonely. The run united beginners, athletes, and curious participants who wanted to experience something new.
It gave us a morning filled with movement and reminded us that wearable technology can help us stay accountable in a way that feels supportive.
HUAWEI continues to build a fitness community that encourages healthier habits and celebrates every active streak. The Active Rings Fun Run made that mission feel real on the ground. Meanwhile, the Light Up Your Active Rings challenge brings it online for anyone who wants to keep going.
I left the MOA Complex with tired legs and a full heart. My Active Rings glowed with pride and I promised myself that this would not be the last time I ran for the kind of joy that morning gave me.
Accessories
Takashi Murakami and CASETiFY’s new collab is in full bloom
The third chapter of the Murakami collection is here!
There’s something about Takashi Murakami’s art that feels like a shot of pure happiness.
Those smiling flowers — bright and a little mischievous — have appeared everywhere, from gallery walls to fashion collabs. And now, they’re blooming once again through CASETiFY’s latest collection.
Called FLOWERS BLOOM, this third chapter of the ongoing TAKASHI MURAKAMI x CASETiFY collaboration brings the artist’s most recognizable motif into a fresh lineup of tech accessories and travel gear.
The collection includes the FLOWERS Ripple Phone Case, which arrives through a surprise blind box (yes, you’ll have to unbox it to see which design you get).
It also comes with the FLOWERS Carry-On Suitcase that takes CASETiFY’s signature ripple texture and turns it into a piece of art.
There’s also a rainbow camera ring, gold-accented cases, and collectible charms and danglers that look as cheerful as they sound.
Murakami’s FLOWERS motif has long represented his “Superflat” style, melding traditional Japanese art with pop culture in a way that feels both nostalgic and new.
For collectors, the blind box adds a sense of thrill, with ultra-rare designs like the shimmering FLOWERS 18K Gold Case waiting to be discovered.
Meanwhile, the carry-on luggage and wireless chargers make the motif part of your daily rhythm.
The new lineup feels like a love letter to Murakami’s world, a reminder that joy can be part of your everyday life. It’s bright, bold, and unapologetically happy. And in a world that often feels gray, these blooms are exactly what we need.
Price, availability
| Product | Price |
| FLOWERIAN DANGLER BLIND BOX | PhP 2,590 |
| FLOWERS RIPPLE PHONE CASE BLIND BOX | PhP 3,990 |
| FLOWERS SNAPPY GRIP STAND (RAINBOW/BLUE/BLACK/RED/PINK) | PhP 4,290 (RAINBOW) /
PhP 3,990 |
| FLOWERS MAGNETIC WIRELESS CHARGER (RAINBOW/BLUE/BLACK/RED/PINK) | PhP 4,590 (RAINBOW) /
Php 4,290 |
| EXCLUSIVE FLOWERS CHARM KEYCHAIN | PhP 4,790 |
| FLOWERS (RAINBOW) CHARM KEYCHAIN | PhP 4,790 |
| LIMITED EDITION MULTI-FLOWERS PHONE CASE –
RAINBOW CAMERA RING EDITION |
PhP 5,290 |
| FLOWERS (RAINBOW) PHONE CHARM | PhP 4,790 |
| FLOWERS (RAINBOW) PHONE CHARM & CHARM CUBE SET | PhP 5,290 |
| FLOWERIAN DANGLER BLIND BOX SET (X4) | PhP 10,360 |
| FLOWERIAN EARBUDS CASE | PhP 15,890 |
| FLOWERS RIPPLE CARRY-ON SUITCASE (RAINBOW/BLUE/BLACK/RED/PINK) | Not sellable in PH |
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