Global smartphone brand Vivo
has unlocked the future of mobile technology in the Philippines as it
introduced a new flagship, the X21 with the pioneering In-Display Fingerprint
Scanning Technology, at its launch in Okada Manila on June 21.
The event, held in the Grand
Ballroom of the picturesque oceanfront integrated resort, was well-attended by
media partners and other guests despite the heavy rain.
Vivo Philippines’ VP for Sales
Ms. Hazel Bascongave her welcome message during the Vivo X21 launch.
Vivo Philippines Vice
President for Sales Ms. Hazel Bascon during her opening remarks highlighted the
global smartphone brand’s dedication to innovation.
“What is about to unfold
before you is the reveal of the world’s first smartphone to feature an In-Display
Fingerprint Scanner housed in a beautifully-designed all-glass build, a
smartphone that is truly exceptional in more ways than one,” she said.
Vivo Philippines
representatives Mr. Patrick Villareal and Ms. Jomarie Morales then went up on
stage to explain each of the specs of the Vivo X21. The pair discussed how the
In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology as well as the other features such
as the AI Face Access, front and rear cameras with all-pixel dual-core sensor
on the X21 work.
Media partners got the lowdown
on the X21 straight from Vivo representatives.
Sharing tech expertise
During the launch, Vivo also
invited on stage some of the respected industry experts to discuss the X21.
They are Mr. Louie Diangson of Yugatech, Mr. Daniel Moral of GadgetMatch, Mr.
Mark Milan Macanas of TechPinas, Mr. Giancarlo Viterbo of GadgetPilipinas, Mr.
Peter Jan Icogo of Gizguide, Mr. Jamie Inocian of Unbox, and Ms. AloraUy
Guerrero of Revu.
Mr. Diangson discussed the
In-Display Fingerprint Scanning Technology and the AI Face Access of X21. Mr.
Morial then explained how efficient the X21’s AI photography.
On the other hand, Mr. Macanas
talked about Vivo X21’s front camera, specifically its AI Face Beauty.
Tech experts shared their
thoughts on the Vivo X21.
Mr. Viterbo, moreover, shared
how Vivo X21’s AI Game Mode keep interruptions at bay while playing PUBG Mobile
and other games.
Vivo X21’s chipset, Qualcomm Snapdragon 660AIE,is the most powerful in the
Philippines to date, Mr. Icogo confirmed. Meanwhile, Mr. Inocian focused on
Vivo X21’s 6.28-inch + FullView™ Display.
Ms. Guerrero, finally,
highlighted why Vivo X21 is one of the most advanced phones when it comes to
audio playback.
Exciting partnerships
Vivo also announced its
partnerships with Shopee Philippines and Akulaku. Ms. Bascon and Brand Director
Ms. Annie Lim from Vivo Philippines exchanged tokens with the representatives
from Shopee Philippines, Ms. Jane Lim, and from Akulaku, Mr. Sean Duxiang.
Vivo Philippines newest partner
is Shopee Philippines.
Shopee Philippines is an
online shopping mall. Through the new partnership, Vivo has put up its official
online store on Shopee Philippines.
Vivo Philippines’ executives
welcomed Akulaku as its newest online partner.
Akulaku, meanwhile, is an
online installing shopping mall that also provides financial services in
Southeast Asian countries. Vivo smartphones can now be bought online
installment payment options on Akulaku.
Exhilarating FIFA fever
Vivo, as the Official
Smartphone Sponsor, of the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 brought the football
fever to the launch of X21. To get a glimpse of all the excitement in Russia,
Vivo displayed some FIFA merchandise at the lobby.
During the presentation of the
X21, Vivo mascots also showed the crowd how to do the #PassTheSwag FIFA dance. Vivo
Philippines endorsers Vern and VernieceEnciso, Chie Filomeno, Maris Racal, and
TJ Monterdethen strutted the new flagship with a Vivo FIFA ball on their other
hand while they proudly sport their favorite FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 team
jersey.
Vern was wearing the jersey of
the FIFA World Cup 2014 champs Germany while her sister Verniece was clad in a
jersey of Spain, the FIFA World Cup 2010 victors
Chienna and Maris, meanwhile,
were proudly wearing the jersey of Brazil, the five-time FIFA World Cup title
holders.
TJ, on the other hand,
expressed his support for the national team of football superstar Cristiano
Ronaldo, Portugal.
Moreover, the Vivo Philippines
team including Ms. Bascon, Mr. Villareal, Ms. Morales, as well as Brand
Director Ms. Annie Lim were also bitten by the FIFA fever in their
football-inspired garb.
Exquisite #OOTDs
The Vivo Philippines endorsers
also took cues from the new X21 for their second look for the night.
The Vivo X21 has ditched the
metal body for a new 3D glass back cover. The design was inspired by Iceland's
Wake Black Beach, a rapidly cooling lava granule that is deep and dark yet free
of impurities.
Vern and Verniece proved that
they are young fashion icons in their Patty Ang creations.
Chienna and Maris, meanwhile,
showed off that simplicity is the key to achieving elegance
Julie Anne San Jose who
performed the closing number for the night looked like a total performer in her
sparkly ensemble.
Asia’s Pop Sweetheart Julie
Anne San Jose looked every inch a star during the Vivo X21 launch. Meanwhile,
the unstoppable Darren Espantoentertained the crowd with his energetic
performance.
Darren Espanto who had a
mini-concert at the launch with her four-song set and Mccoy de Leon who made
sure he would be part of the event despite the rains looked dashing and sleek
in their tailored outfits.
Vivo endorsers and executives
pose for photos at the launch of the pioneering X21.
Ms. Bascon also revealed the
price of Vivo X21 towards the end of the program.
Ms. Hazel Bascon announced
that the Vivo X21 would be available at select stores starting June 22.
The Vivo X21 is retailed for
Php29,999 in authorized shops nationwide. The list of participating stores can
be found here: http://vivoglobal.ph/x21_stores/.
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