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THE MOBILE PHONE-OBSESSED

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By Bernadette Lunas

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ILLENNIALS are so in love with their mobile phones, they can’t imagine spending a day without checking it at least once. At least that holds true for some, or, perhaps, the majority.

Some even say the “relationship” they have with their phones is the longest they’ve ever had. For these people, it is the first thing they reach for when they wake up, the last thing they check before they sleep, and the one thing that never leaves their side throughout the day—some of them hold on to it even while having sex, mind you.

A 2014 study by research firm Zogby Analytics revealed that 90 percent of its 1,019 Generation Y survey respondents said their phones never leave their sides. Meanwhile, a YouGov Omnibus survey in the same year found that individuals 18 to 34 years old literally can’t put their phones down as over 50 percent said they carry it in their hand throughout the day.

And it’s not simply that they can’t let go of their phones. Cisco’s third annual global connected World Technology Report stated two out of five millennials “would feel anxious, like a part of me is missing,” if they couldn’t use their smartphones to stay connected.

The separation anxiety towards our nifty gadget even extends to the bedroom and bath-

ON MARCH 19, thousands of professional and amateur runners will be in Los Angeles to join the prestigious LA Marathon. In the run up to the upcoming event, its title partner Skerchers Performance has launched three pairs of running shoes that let wearers “Go like never before.”

The latest releases all feature Skechers Performance’s Mid-foot Strike or M-Strike technology that reduces the impact of heel striking and enhances the natural running performance of runners by positioning the body for a mid-foot strike. The middle of the foot strikes the ground first and transitions to forefoot for immediate toe off.

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room: The 2013 Mobile Consumer Habits study found that 12 percent of millennial smartphone users admitted to using their device in the shower and nine percent of those surveyed had used it during sex.

In light of this information, we asked a couple of millennials whether they are willing to give up their phone for a week and, and if not, how long they could go without checking it. Find out their answers below: * * * “No [I’m not willing to give up my phone for a week] because I need it for business purposes. One day is the longest I can go without checking it.” – Kathrine Joy Cortez, 28 “No. I use my cell phone to log into my social media accounts, as well as to contact my friends and keep in touch with my boss. I can last two to four hours without checking my phone.” –John Francis Ducusin, 20 “No. Phone is life; with it you can easily access anything and, most importantly, with it I can communicate with anyone, everywhere. Twenty minutes [would be the longest I can last without checking my phone].” –Mary Anne Guevarra, 27 “If the people before mobile phones [were invented] made it, I think I can survive it, too. So, yes, I think I’ll be okay [without my phone for a week].

I honestly don’t know [if how much longer I can go without checking it].” –Sittie Ayeesha Macabato, 20 Turn to E2

The fifth generation of Skechers GORun series is designed for speed and comfort. To safeguard the runner’s multi-surface traction to stay grounded on track, GORun 5 has Skechers’s GoKnit upper that provides security while maintaining breathability and comfort.

Go for durability with GORun Forza 2

The new GORun Forza 2 is designed with added support to enhance the running experience.

It has lightweight and responsive 5GEN cushioned midsole and a Mid-foot Strike Zone that promotes efficiency in each stride.

Each pair also has a molded heel strap counter and integrated support strap in its midfoot, providing stability and security to the wearer.

Forza 2’s two-part outsole, meanwhile, provides smooth transition for durability and traction.

Go for stability with GORun Ride 6

With the joint technology of Midfoot Strike zone and GOimpulse Sensors, GORun Ride 6 allows the wearer to have a smoother transition and optimized running experience. Further, these running shoes have lateral and medial support that offers stability and breathability that are both needed for short and long runs.

Skechers Performance is available at Skechers stores nationwide.

John Ray Villanueva

SEPANX. The many purposes of today’s mobile phones have made them almost like an extension of our bodies, so much so that majority of millennials say they can’t put their devices down and not check them at least once throughout the day.

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SARI LAZARO’S DESIGNS SHINE ON RIVER SEINE

Sari Lazaro presented her ‘Royal Secret Garden’ collection of dresses

THE romantic and luxurious haute couture collection of rising Filipino designer Sari Lazaro perfectly captured the essence and glamour of Paris during her presentation on the 100-meter floating runway of Seine’s giant glass boat Le Jean Bruel cruising over river Seine.

Lazaro was chosen by fashion model and catwalk show producer Jessica Minh Anh, along with four other designers from different countries, to present their creations at the J Winter Fashion Show 2017 on Jan. 26.

With Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Louvre and other architectural wonders as backdrop, the young Pinay designer showcased her “Royal Secret Garden” collection, an exquisite demonstration of her impeccable craftsmanship, beadwork and embroidery techniques.

In choosing Lazaro to be part of the show, Minh Anh earlier said, “I’m impressed by Sari Lazaro’s beading and embroidery techniques.

Her classic designs mixed with contemporary draping certainly bring in some intriguing surprises.”

Turn to E2 Jessica Min Anh leads the models on the 100-meter floating runway

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BEHIND-THE-SCENES

MISS UNIVERSE 2016 HAPPENINGS It is expected that everything will be done on mobile phones in the future

“Living alone gets boring because you don’t have interaction with anyone; talking or chatting with people online is my only means of communication. So, no, I can’t give it up for a week. The longest I can go without checking it is only an hour.” –Thalia Mae Zamora, 20 “No. Chatting, playing mobile games, surfing the net are just some of the things I do with my phone. It helps me unwind after long hours of stress at work. The only time I don’t check my phone is when I’m asleep.”

–Anne De Leon, 19 “I use my phone to communicate with everyone—my parents, friends and loved ones. It is also a source of entertainment, so [my answer is] no. The longest time [I can last without checking it] could be a day.” – Christine Nitura, 20 “Yes. For leisure, I absolutely can last a week or more without it. But of course, I must attend to it if it’s regarding my personal responsibilities.” –Kevin Mendoza, 19 “I can’t give up my phone for a week because there might be some emergencies. Four hours [would be the longest I can go without checking it].” –Alexis Francisco, 18 “I can’t give it up [for a week] because all my books are stored on my phone. I need to read, and not reading will trigger my anxiety and depression.

I’m not sure [how long I can go without checking it] since I use my phone as a book. Maybe it depends on the book or if I get bored, which could normally last about an hour or two.” –Mary Julie Christine Vitales, 32 * * * This kind of attachment is rooted deeply, so to speak. We don’t just like having our mobile phones with us practically all the time because they’re cute to have; they serve several purposes in various aspects of our lives that they have become an extension of our bodies.

We use our mobile phones to make phone calls, send text messages, check and stay connected on social media, take photos, listen to music, watch videos, pay bills and shop online, among many other tasks. The aforementioned Zogby study further found that 60 percent of millennials thought that in the next five years “everything will be done on mobile devices,” and they might very well be right. Survey

by John Ray Villanueva *Answers have been edited and condensed for cohesion.

Two out of five young adults would feel anxious if they couldn’t use their smartphones to stay connected

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HE Miss Universe 2016 pageant is over and a new queen has been named.

But before we close this beautiful chapter that happened in our country, let’s look back at some of the heartwarming and remarkable events that you probably didn’t see transpired on the pageant’s stage.

Miss Thailand cried in the arms of her mother

When times get tough, we all need our mother to tell us everything will be all right. And that’s true even for crowd favorite Miss Thailand Chalita Suansane. The 21-year-old beauty queen became emotional when she saw her mother after she failed to make it to Top 3 during the coronation night.

Suansane met her family, friends and fans who flew from Thailand backstage, wherein she was seen crying in the arms of her mom. A video shown during the pageant revealed that Suansane had a hard life; she would help her mother do the latter’s menial jobs. And the beauty queen herself had to work hard.

Miss Bulgaria Violina Ancheva (left) donated the Sherri Hill dress she wore to Zhyra Cifra (right) for the latter to wear on her prom night.

Miss Bulgaria donated her gown to a Filipina teenager

A 15-year-old girl is now the proud owner of a gown worn during the Miss Universe 2016 pageant after Miss Bulgaria Violina Ancheva donated the blue Sherri Hill dress she wore during the parade of nations to her.

Zhyra Nicole Cifra is attending her prom in a few weeks, but she didn’t have a dress to wear. It was then her mother Issay Gallano messaged Miss Bulgaria, hoping the beauty queen would choose her daughter to be the recipient of the dress she was planning to donate. Ancheva responded and passed on her gown to the Pinay teenager.

Ancheva’s heartwarming deed earned the respect and love of many people across the globe; she’s now being called a true “fairy godmother.”

Miss Myanmar carried a 40-kilogram costume

We know that Miss Myanmar Htet Htet Htun paid homage to her country’s Burmese puppetry, yoke the, during the National Costume portion of the Preliminary Competition, and we were all surprised— amazed, even.

But in order In case you didn’t know, Miss Myanmar’s national to bring a stage costume weighed approximately 40 kilograms . AFP on stage, Miss Myanmar had to carry her entire costume that reportedly weighed approximately 40 kilograms, while mimicking the movements of a marionette. No wonder she won the best national costume award.

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During her set, which was the last part of the show, the designer stirred up romance, mystique and new age flair using dramatic laser cut details on luxurious silks as well as soft flowing tulles and laces. Using romantic colors such as old rose, cream, pink beige, muted gold and cerulean blue, the dresses exuded modern luxury and sophistication; as if they were part of a princess’s wardrobe—and could very well be.

The finale design worn by Minh Anh was every inch royalty, with contemporary twist. The Sari Lazaro-designed gown featured a special three-dimension skirt which highlighted the supermodel’s waistline while enhancing her powerful presence.

After the show, Lazaro took to Instagram (@sarilazaro1) to express her gratitude for being part of J Winter 2017.

“So honored and thrilled to be chosen to close yesterday’s show in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Paris,” she said.

Lazaro’s boyfriend, British-Filipino footballer James Younghusband was expectedly proud of her latest accomplishment.

“So proud of @sarilazaro1 on how hard she worked to prepare for the Paris show. And to finally see the finished work with the Eiffel Tower and the setting of Paris in the background,” said Younghusband on his Instagram account. Bernadette Lunas

Miss Thailand Chalita Suansane became emotional when she saw her mother backstage. AFP

Host Nick Teplitz’s funny rhymes

Not only was the National Costume segment of the Miss Universe 2016 pageant replete with over-the-top costumes, but also with witty and funny rhymes of host Nick Teplitz. During the presentation of 86 contenders, Teplitz provided rhyming introductory spiels, adding color to the event.

Some of his funny rhymes included: “The hills are alive, making this costume thrive…Austria!” “You know these wings are her favorite things…Belize!” “It’s absurd not to dress like a bird…when you’re Ecuador!” “Let’s give her a hand ‘cause she’s inspired by sand…Namibia!” “Please make some room ‘cause she’s dressed like a tomb…it’s Turkey!” “You won’t hear this rhyme so I won’t waste my time…it’s Philippines!”

Supermodel and catwalk show producer Jessica Minh Anh (left) chose Sari Lazaro (right) along with four other designers from different countries to present their creations at J Winter Fashion Show 2017 on Le Jean Bruel cruising over River Seine in Paris, France

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ALLING it quits among celebrity couples is no small matter especially to rabid fans that closely and religiously follow their idols’ whereabouts especially on social media.

Just recently, fans started speculating Daniel Matsunaga and Erich Gonzales could be on the verge of a breakup after noticing that the latter has deleted all her Instagram posts related to her Japanese Brazilian beau. She has also turned off commenting on her account.

As a response to fans asking the status of their relationship, Daniel wrote this comment on his personal Instagram page on Jan. 30, “Guys I would like to ask favor please... we are talking and going through some personal things... all we need is your support and love.”

Daniel and Erich, known to their fans as DanRich, began dating in May 2015. They first worked together as guest co-hosts in Kris TV, then in the TV series called Two Wives. Due to the couple’s undeniable chemistry onscreen, they were cast as lead stars of Be My Lady.

Meanwhile, another celebrity couple, Gretchen Ho and Robi Domingo, continued to evade questions about the status of their relationship amid buzz that the two have already split up.

Netizens began to speculate after Ho uploaded on her Instagram account a photo of her sporting a new haircut with the hashtag #newlife a week ago. The post sparked rumors that the couple has broken up.

Ho and Domingo’s Instagram accounts have been hounded by questions from netizens but the two have been tight-lipped about the issue.

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Schedule or jealousy? What caused Daniel Matsunaga and Erich Gonzales (top photo) and Robi Domingo and Gretchen Ho's (inset) rumored split? Well, your guess is as good as ours.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE Sunday, February 5, 2017

ACROSS 1 “— Breckinridge” 5 What Nature abhors 11 Get away 17 Zuiderzee sight 21 Kind of mate 22 “Seward’s Folly” 23 Chest 24 Paris airport 25 — -ho!

26 Dwindle 27 Most immense 28 Earth goddess 29 Money manager 31 Faculty honchos 33 Long locks 35 Sends forth 36 Adventure tales 37 Genuine warmth 38 Next year’s alums 41 Coast Guard off.

42 Like a wolf’s howl 43 Roast beef au — 44 Torah reciter 48 It’s often in hot water (2 wds.)

50 Fundamental 51 “— Rheingold” 52 Sponge-like 53 Daisy Mae’s guy 54 “The Pink Panther” actor 55 More choosy 57 How was — — know?

58 “Shane” star 59 Makes a lot of bread 60 Less waterproof 61 Meatloaf serving 62 Dog days in Dijon 63 Box-office totals 64 Way of thinking 65 — Davis of “The Fly” 66 Forgot the sunblock 68 Historical period 69 It borders the Atl. 70 Mull over 71 Bulrush 72 Zero in on 73 Ballpark figure 74 Mows 75 They have prior-ity 78 Caesar’s man 79 Rx givers 80 Storm cellar needs 84 Not wilted 85 Microchip base 87 Busybody 88 Long sigh 89 Antarctic sea 90 Least perturbed 91 Markets 92 Indy champ — Luyendyk 93 They, in Calais 94 Niftiest 95 Musty 96 — on (linger over) 97 Most exciting part

99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 109 110 112 115 116 120 121 123 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133

Social insect Thwarts Heavy-duty engine Once — — (annually) Tailor’s concern Parkas have them Flash in the — Six-pointers Herald of spring Rhino snouts Regular hangout White lightning Tightwad Where fowl play?

Prevail upon Rue loudly Wild feline Drop in the slot Fossil impression Popsicle flavor Spicy cuisine Pantyhose shade Opposing sides Like the forest Greeted warmly Solar plexus

DOWN 1 Top noncom 2 Part of BYOB 3 Viking letter 4 One-celled plants 5 Holding dear 6 Puts on guard 7 Lawyers’ jobs 8 Gorby’s domain 9 Hilo guitar 10 Chinese language 11 Flammable gas 12 Avoids 13 Gear parts 14 007 flick “Diamonds — Forever” 15 Wallops hard 16 Left over 17 Sirius (2 wds.)

18 Many CDs 19 “Fish Magic” artist 20 Young falcon 30 Apply liberally 32 Skater — Heiden 34 Wrong move 36 Oui and ja 37 Bigger and stronger 38 Not as crisp 39 Consumer lure 40 Treated an icy road 42 Roof overhangs 43 Raises the rent (2 wds.)

45 Got steamy 46 Lighter fluid 47 Weather map line 49 Sea floor 50 Cycled 51 Tiaras

52 54 55 56 59 60 61 63 64 65 67 68 70 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 85 86 87 90

Part of mph Bare Swamp Give the go-ahead Harmful things Commit perjury Have a premonition Some canines Where the lion roars “I’ve — Be Me” Refinery residue Most breezy Drop-kicks Cold, for one Ode inspirer Jawbreakers, e.g.

Olduvai Gorge location Londoner’s rain gear Blues great — Smith Melodrama heavy Finish a “j” Gives temporarily Hardest to find Boarded up Snails’ refuges — Paulo, Brazil Dallas hrs.

Bellows Wally of

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“Hollywood Squares” Cancels Blow away Sing door-to-door Apollo find? (2 wds.)

Oop’s dinosaur Arboreal furbearers Fairway shout Intimidated Opera barber Threw a party Early release Underneath Door hardware Luminous auras More docile Polish Black-and-white snack People devourer Repair Nectar gatherers One’s a drag Lowdown Veer off-course 1960s Chairman Dernier —

Hosted by magic 89.9 DJ Nikko Ramos, the Vivo V5 Plus consumer and media launch was kicked off

by Pinoy Boyband Superstar’s Tony Labrusca and James Ryan Cesena, who each entertained the guests with lively music, and then amped up their performance with an energetic songand-dance number.

Meanwhile, R&B singer KZ Tandingan wowed the guests with her soulful performances and even gamely tried out the Vivo V5 Plus by taking a selfie with the Vivo executives onstage.

Hazel Bascon, Vivo Philippines vice president, expressed her exhilaration in upgrading the selfie experience.

“We are excited to bring the ‘selfie’ to the next level. Our latest innovation not only provides high-quality audio, but also as everyone loves—the perfect selfie,” she stated.

The big reveal also reintroduced NBA superstar Stephen Curry as the official endorser and brand ambassador of all Vivo phones, including the Vivo V5 Plus perfect selfie phone.

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Reigning Miss Universe Iris Mittenaere. Photo by Sonny Espiritu

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#PERFECT SELFIE. Rising teen star Loisa Andalio snaps a selfie using the smart phone's bokeh effect.

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OW to take a perfect selfie?

Well, there are a number of tips from selfie experts, i.e. social media narcissists. First, find the perfect light, tilt your head at an angle, then hold your hand above your head (eye level is boring), and then you’re ready to take as much selfies as you can.

Kapamilya star Sue Ramirez in her no-filter-needed selfie

Actor Enchong Dee in his casual solo snap also using bokeh effect

Given these tips, it’s also imperative that you use a good camera. A good lens is much better than any filter, which most of the time just deceives your followers, available in the app market.

At a recent event held at the Mall of Asia atrium, emerging smartphone brand Vivo launched its flagship phone specifically designed for today’s selfie age, when millennials and even adults enjoy sharing beautifully captured selfshots with the world of social media.

Equipped with the world’s first 20-megapixel dual front camera, the most advanced selfie technology to date, the flagship smartphone Vivo V5 Plus has already won the hearts of a few local celebrities.

TV personalities like Loisa Andalio, Yeng Constantino, Maris Racal, Sue Ramirez, Jessy Mendiola, Erich Gonzales, Miles Ocampo, Jane Oineza, and actor Enchong Dee joined the social

media campaign that celebrated the launch of the smartphone by posting their best selfies.

These selfie-loving stars have set the Instagram world abuzz with their stunning photographs, taken with the Vivo V5 Plus perfect selfie phone.

They are particularly thrilled about the phone’s “bokeh effect,” the on-thespot photography filter that beautifully blurs backgrounds while keeping the selfie in focus crystal clear.

In her Instagram post, teen star Andrea Brillantes averred that the Vivo V5 Plus fulfilled her “selfie goals”.

Her Instagram caption said, “The selfie game will always be on point, thanks to my V5 Plus dual front camera and its face beauty feature!”

FHM’s current “sexiest woman” Jessy Mendiola, on the other hand, said she is in love with the new V5 Plus and its bokeh mode. Her caption even had a reminder for all her followers, “Focus on what’s important . . . Ang perfect talaga ng pagka-focus ng selfie especially because may 20MP dual front camera siya.” Turn to E3

Former VJ Julz Savard is now a model and rock vocalist

the drugs anymore, but the sex and rock and roll? Hell, yeah. Women shouldn’t feel objectified in the world of music. If anything, we are the sex; we are the drugs; we are the rock and roll,” she said in the feature article.

Eman, on the other hand, is tamer at least only in genre, was just like any other aspiring artist who thought music was a good form of expression. Having accomplished that through a couple of album releases, she is delighted with the countless opportunities fledgling singers have today.

Julz and Eman banner the glossy's February issue filled to the brim with man reads on primal love; getting unemployed; and travel eating, among others.

THE most beautiful day in the universe finally happened last Monday at the Mall of Asia Arena as 86 universal and talented beauties competed for the prestigious Miss Universe crown.

But that day can’t even be more beautiful for the lady wearing the sash of France, Iris Mittenaere, as she bested all the women who graced the Miss Universe 2016 stage. And now that the spotlight is on her, let’s get to know her a little better: Historical beauty queen Born in Lillie in Nord Pas de Calais region in Northern France, she is the second French woman to win the Miss Universe title since Christiane Martel in 1953, ending the 63-year drought for France.

Also, she is the first European to take the crown since 2002.

A dental surgeon in the making The 24-year old stunner is currently in her fifth year of study in dental surgery. Throughout the Miss Universe competition, her platform is advocating dental and oral hygiene that she plans to continue campaigning during her Miss Universe reign.

Extreme sports fanatic Iris is a huge fan of extreme sports. She has tried skydiving, bungee jumping, and hang gliding. In her Instagram account, Iris shares photos of her extreme sports experiences with her fans and followers, She’s a kitchen master Iris enjoys cooking especially French dishes. In an interview, she mentioned that if the competition had a talent portion, she would have showcased her cooking skills.

UP-AND-COMING SINGERS COVER FHM INDEPENDENT artists Julz Savard and Emmanuelle Vera share this month’s headlining acts, as the two soulful sirens providing sweet background music for the men’s magazine’s love-filled February issue.

Despite being musicians, Eman and Julz are opposites in terms of style and origin. The latter once fronted local poppunk outfit Save Me Hollywood, while the former started out covering songs on YouTube.

Julz has taken her on-stage persona to heart as a rebel rocker chick. She believes music, particularly rock and roll, is a great avenue for women empowerment.

“The whole [concept] of sex, drugs, and rock and roll still applies today. Maybe not

ABOUT MISS UNIVERSE IRIS MITTENAERE

Singer and TV actress Emmanuelle Vera is now going sexy

Another ‘confidently beautiful with a heart’ Besides describing herself as fresh, funny, and caring in her MU profile, Iris also said that she enjoys making others happy. She has been a volunteer at BienvenueTonga Soa, an association that promote and finance economic and social humanitarian actions and projects, and at Les Bonnes Feès that aims to intervene with people to help improve their living conditions. Almira Abejo