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TikTok is making it happen – a gaming reality show for PH audience

TikTok is bringing the heat to the Philippines with its first-ever gaming competition, The Greatest Gamer Philippines. This unique reality show concept will house 10 selected players in a villa for three weeks, where they’ll compete in various real-world and gaming challenges to showcase what it takes to be a professional gamer.

Get ready for some serious gaming action and drama as these contestants battle it out to be crowned the greatest gamer in the country! With TikTok’s reputation for inspiring creativity and bringing joy, this competition is sure to be a blast.

After its successful pilot in Indonesia in 2021 and mobile gaming’s rapid growth in the Philippines, TikTok along with partners Smart, Smart Omega, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), as well as support from Grab and Samsung, team up to search for ‘The Greatest Gamer’ in the country.

In a recent report conducted by Meltwater, 2023 Global Digital Report, over 95% of internet users in the Philippines are avid gamers, confirming that the Filipino community has a strong and vibrant gaming culture.

Tapping on this passionate community, The Greatest Gamer Philippines is an important initiative that seeks to further nurture and grow potential professional gamers.

“We are thrilled to bring The Greatest Gamer to the Philippines, where there is a thriving and welcoming gaming community that aspires to grow and excel as skillful gamers. The Greatest Gamer Philippines showcases the journey to becoming a professional gamer as well as engaging the gaming community by providing relevant entertainment, highlighting the skills, passion, and dedication that is necessary to excel in Esports. We also hope to empower the local gaming community, nurture its growth, and provide a space for enthusiasts to continue displaying their skills and creativity,” says Vanessa Brown, Director, Business Development, APAC, TikTok.

Numerous activities are lined up during the campaign, providing an immersive and engaging experience as the selected contestants will take part in fun livestreams of mini games, weekly tournament gameplays and other online and offline challenges in the course of learning what it takes to be a professional gamer.

TikTok is a space that allows gaming and culture to collide, unlocking new ways to play and be entertained. The platform provides a window into the gaming lifestyle by revealing contestants’ interactions with Creators, weekly interviews, content on their backstories, and various program highlights, enabling TikTok users and Esports fans to see firsthand what these rising talents will go through to achieve their dreams.

Powered by Smart, the official telco provider of The Greatest Gamer Philippines, TikTok is leveraging the Philippines’ fastest and best mobile network as recognized by Ookla, to ensure seamless gameplay and uninterrupted connection for all contestants, gaming enthusiasts and its community.

With TikTok and Smart working hand in hand, Esports fans can look forward to a new era of interactive gaming experiences and memorable moments through The Greatest Gamer Philippines.

“Smart has been a leading patron of Philippine Esports because we’ve always believed that Filipinos have the passion, talent, and skill to dominate in this field. As the official telco provider of TikTok’s The Greatest Gamer Philippines, we aim to elevate the players’ gameplay experience with our fastest and best mobile network. We believe that this would also translate to an enjoyable viewing experience for all Esports fans,” says Lloyd R. Manaloto, FVP and Head of Prepaid and Content at Smart.

Smart Prepaid and TNT subscribers can join in on the action as well as tune into the journey of The Greatest Gamer Philippines aspirants on TikTok by registering to Power All and Saya All offers, which come with daily access to TikTok.

Aspiring professional Esports gamers can submit their audition videos from May 24 to June 14, 2023, on TikTok.

Pinoy gamers interested in going professional and joining The Greatest Gamer Philippines must follow @thegreatestgamer and @smartcommunications on TikTok and create audition video content by introducing themselves and showcasing their MLBB skills, using the official audition filter and hashtag #TheGreatestGamerPH, and tagging the official @thegreatestgamer and @smartcommunications TikTok accounts.

Aside from gaining awesome experiences with today’s top content creators, The Greatest Gamer winner will take home a cash prize worth P250,000 and a contract with Smart Omega that gives them a chance to suit up and be part of their MLBB roster.

“Filipinos have always been enthusiastic about gaming, whether online or offline, and we are excited to witness their talents and passions in The Greatest Gamer Philippines auditions. TikTok’s gaming community rallies behind one another to cheer on key wins, support after disappointing losses, and shares tips to help each level up in their favorite games. It would be very interesting, entertaining and educational to see how Pinoy gamers strategise to be the next professional gamer,” says Brown.

Fans can look forward to watching The Greatest Gamer Philippines and rooting for their favorite player soon. For more information on The Greatest Gamer Philippines, visit https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatestgamer.

19th May 2023
How Samsung creates its next-gen foldables

Samsung Galaxy foldables are changing the way we use mobile devices and enable better lifestyles.

Before they reach the hands of users, Samsung Electronics puts its smartphones through rigorous testing to ensure they can withstand everyday wear-and-tear and meet the needs of users.

To detail the strict testing process on its production line, Samsung has released a video of the processing and reliability testing of its Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 smartphones.

In an earlier statement, Dr. TM Roh, President & Head of MX Business for Samsung Electronics that the company saw an opportunity not only to design a new shape but also to create new experiences that had never been possible with a smartphone before.

“Overcoming many technological hurdles, we successfully introduced the first-ever Galaxy foldable smartphone in 2019 and have changed the future of our industry ever since.”

Check out the video below and learn about how Samsung puts its foldable smartphones to the test.

3rd September 2022
How the Samsung Galaxy M53 5G helps young professionals find their true selves
3 simple ways to discover and “M-brace” authenticity

Young professionals are naturally creative and many have found success both in the Philippines and abroad. The world has seen actors, photographers, animators, content creators, and gamers establish careers that allow them to do what they love.

This, in turn, has encouraged Filipino millennials to pursue their crafts, explore their creativity, and live their best and most authentic lives.

Identity develops from the moment people are born. Developing minds are gradually filled with knowledge about who people should be and what people should think. Finding your true self is a lifelong adventure, but it is one that everyone must take.

Here are some tips to M-brace your authenticity:
1. Seek solitude in order to find your voice
A person’s most authentic self emerges in their time alone. Most people unwittingly conform to the labels and norms of society, playing the roles that society gives them. They build up expectations around these roles that may be challenging to live up to. In order for people to unleash their true nature and tell their stories, they should take time to know their inner self better. Activities like going on solo travels, meditating, keeping a diary, and going for long walks may all help individuals get in touch with their sense of identity again.
- Embrace your uniqueness
Most people go through life attempting to conform to how they think society should shape them, yet in reality, everyone has a unique purpose for being here. They are self-conscious because they fear rejection if they show too much of their unique personality.

Being authentic necessitates embracing one’s individuality. The more effort they put into developing their skills and talents, the closer they get to becoming their true selves.
- Have a great companion
Leveling up is a lot easier with a reliable companion at your side. Samsung’s Galaxy M53 5G, with its cutting-edge multi-camera system, lightning-fast 5G connection, and massive display, encourages millennials to embrace their authenticity. It boasts a powerful camera that allows users to share their stories authentically.

This device is highlighted by its 108MP Main lens, a high-resolution camera that catches even the finest details with more light and clarity. Its 6.7-inch Infinity-O Display offers a larger viewing area with narrower bezels.

The Galaxy M53 5G comes in Blue, Green, and Brown. It is available for PHP 29,990 SRP on Samsung.com and other online platforms like Lazada, Shopee, and Abenson.com. Customers can enjoy a PHP 3,000 discount when they purchase the smartphone until September 30, 2022.

Embrace different passion points with the Galaxy M53 5G at samsung.com/ph.
10th August 2022