Chameleon Tom

Do you want to pimp your facebook profile ? Try Chameleon Tom ...hold your horses! Using their application is not a good idea. At first I thought that using their so called " Great Facebook Layout " can make my fb page a head turner but I was wrong. Rather I feel disappointed because it really does not work the way I want it to be. Nevertheless, using the Chameleon Tom application is a waste of time. And why do I say so?

First, it is imperative that you will install their plug- ins before you can change your facebook layout. And it will take time if you have a slow internet connection for sure. Why they can't make it easy like providing us html code to just copy and paste it to our fb page. Seems impossible I think. And secondly, why is it that we need to invite friends first to use this application before they can see our fb page change. Isn't it odd ? It should be instant that the user of this layout can show it to our friends even if they don't choose to use it. And besides, if my friends see my layout change for sure they will be thrill to use this application too. Isn't it?

I am trying to find other application that I can use to pimp my facebook page but I end up seeing the same banana. I think , there is really no way for now to change your facebook layout as easy as the old school friendster. Facebook is designed to be simple but very reliable compare to other social networking sites.

Now do you still want to change your facebook layout using Chameleon Tom application ? You've just read what I can say about it and it's now up to you to decide.



 

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The Jejemon

No, I am not pertaining to the popular animated series when I say Jejemon. Rather this is just another craze in the Philippines and is one of the hottest topic according to google and yahoo trends. What about this jejemon and who are they ?

I was listening to love radio 90.7 two days ago and heard Dj Chris Tsuper and Dj Nicolehiyala talking about the Jejemon. And that funny conversation gave me a clear view about what Jejemons is. 

To explain this further, looking in the illustration above, you will have a hint about Jejemon phenomenon. Yes, it is simply pertaining to people who making a simple message into complicated one by adding some characters, using different font styles, seems like a new word but pronounce in the same way. This is commonly use by some in texting, chatting and yes, posting blurbs in social networking sites. 

Though I am not one of the Jejemons, I have no bad comment about them as long as they enjoy on what they are doing. Well, they are still harmless although it is really a pain when you saw how they spell words...it's really hard to understand.

How about you ? What are your views about the Jejemons ? Feel free to post your comments and share this post to others.

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Face to Face " Talakserye" with Amy Perez

I am a big fan of this Face to Face talk show with Amy Perez. Believe it or not this show is far different from what you usually see in Philippine television during noontime. This show which is tagged as " First Talakserye" is really intriguing.

The concept of the show is unique, real people with some issues that they need to argue about in face of the camera ; neighbors who fought because of gossips, lovers who quarreled because of third party, gays who turned enemies because of beauty contest and what not. Yes, simple issues that turned into something big and  complicated.  I guess this is the spice of this show. Added to that, the host of the show which is Amy Perez is very professional and very fair in handling two sides of the stories. She also acts as a guardian trying to make both camps agreed on one thing ; to forgive and to forget. But when both camps clash , there are Bouncers to stopped the quarrel. I also love the portion where they have resident attorney to explain some legalities about a sensitive topic, also a psychologist and sociologist are present in the show.

Hence, it would be better that this show can be watch during late primetime than in noontime slot. I guess, kids are still at home during 10:30 am, this show is too harsh for younger kids to watch. Nevertheless, the show has a perfect ingredients for all walks of life. Two thumbs up for TV 5.

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Gatsby Wax Yellow

Last week, my friend asked my opinion on what he can do about his hair  to look shiny without spending too much in a salon. He feels uncomfortable on his dry hair, this also makes him feel insecure with others who have shiny hairs. And honestly, this is really affecting his self confidence.

I told him to use Gatsby Wax. I am using Gatsby Wax ( the one in yellow jar ) when I have some outdoor activities. I prefer to use it than any other hair styling creams because this is the only one that makes my hair look naturally shiny and always in style. (Hence, I am not recommending any other Gatsby Wax  than just the one in yellow jar if you want to have a natural wet look effect on your hair). This will be a perfect remedy for my friend's hair and  will surely makes his hair look better.

He followed my advice about using Gatsby Wax yellow. Many of our friends notice that he looks stunning than before. His shiny hair makes him look younger and  better.  He thanked me for the recommendation and treat me a big snack. I beamed. 

By the way, a regular jar of Gatsby Wax Yellow will just cost less than 100.00 pesos and is available in Watson, Mercury Drugstores and other well know groceries and pharmacies.

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Digitel Internet Service Provider

I made a positive review about Digitel before, but now I am becoming upset with regard to their internet service. Honestly, I am really fed up with how they handle their customers. Here is my story :

We were using PLDT DSL before in our internet cafe, but because of high expenses paying internet bills we decided to switch to a much cheaper cost internet provider which is Digitel. In all fairness, for almost 2  months using it, we were not encountering any trouble, the speed of the internet is quite the same with what PLDT has except if the customers are playing online games; they were experiencing log or delays but it's still okay...we were able to maintain our regular customers. Until we reached our third month using the service, and up to by now, we begin to encounter internet disconnection up to 4 hours or worst 8 hours. We started getting in touch with their customer service but most of the time we were receiving no answers at all. We also tried visiting their branch office in Dasma but what they  can only do is to send a report to their technical department and asked us to wait for their technician to visit our internet cafe. Worst scenario, we needed to wait up to 24 hours for the technician to come.

I am no longer happy with Digitel internet, I have this same feeling during the time I was using PLDT DSL. However I can't just ask them to discontinue the service, this is because we have a 24 month contract bond. And come to think of it, what other internet providers can give exceptional service...PLDT? SMART? GLOBE? well, I guess none.I am just hoping that things will change and I am hoping it will be as soon as possible.

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National College of Science and Technology

I last attended my college schooling back in 2003 and this year I finally have the opportunity to continue my studies. For two years I was an Adamsonian, but this time I am now with National College of Science and Technology or NCST.

I just enrolled yesterday, I have no idea yet if the school will offer the same quality education as what Adamson University offered to me. One main reason why I transferred to a college school is the accessibility of NCST to my hometown Cavite and to my internet shop where I do business. Other than these, I also heard some positive feedback about the school. Fact is, this is the school where my bestfriend finished his two years of Associate in Computer Technology before he took up his 4 year B.S Education in Philippine Christian University. He told me that the professors here are very diligent, dependable and has exceptional teaching skills.

I am also happy because they almost credit all my units earned in my previous school. For this semester, I only have 18 units to take ( but I am planning to add 3 more subjects ) and this only cost 14,000php. The uniforms are white barong and midnight blue pants, and I paid less than 500 pesos if I remember it right. 

I also noticed that the school environment are very nice, they also have friendly students assistants, school personnels and admissions staff. 

By the way, here are the course offerings of National College of Science and Technology : 

Ched Programs

B.S in Computer Science

B.S in Information Technology

B.S in Computer Engineering

B.S in Industrial Engineering

B.S in Electronics and Communications Engineering

B.S in Architecture

AB Communication ( the course I am taking up )

AB Psychology

B.S in Customs Administration

B.S in Criminology

B.S in Business Administration

B.S in Hotel and Restaurants Management

Bachelor in Secondary Education

B.S in Accountancy 

Two Year Ladderized Programs

Associate in Computer Technology

Associate in Office Management

Associate in Hotel and Restaurant Management 

Tesda Programs

Certificate in Telecommunication and Broadband Technology

Certificate in Manufacturing Technology

Diploma in Production in Technology

Enrollment is now going on, for inquiries you may visit the NCST Admissions Office or call 046 416 6278. NCST main campus is located at Amatel Building Aguinaldo Highway Dasmariñas,Cavite.

I feel that I will enjoy my stay in NCST, I am looking forward to meet their best professors and of course, my new colleagues. For my blog readers, I will update you regarding my stay there once I started schooling. Promise.

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Mcdonald's Monster Fruity Green Apple Sprite Float

Have you tried this Mcdo's Monster Fruity Green Apple Sprite Float? Try it and you will surely like it. 

Last Sunday, we went to University of Santo Thomas for my bestfriend's LET board exam. It was so hot that time...waiting for him to finish the exam was a boredom. What can I do? I am his lucky charm that's why I was there to support him. I just brought a Bob Ong book, mp3 player, pen and paper just to kill some dullness. Fortunately, inside the UST campus, there is Mcdonald's - one of my favorite eating spot. And glad that they bring back my favorite Monster Fruity Green Apple Sprite Float. What a great long day. 

This cold drink is very refreshing. The perfect taste of green apple soda matches the yummy vanilla flavored ice cream on top. I bought a large fries and a burger to make it more appealing to my appetite.

One regular size of this Mcdonald's green apple float is 25.00 pesos but if you are not contented, try there Monster size for only 38.00 pesos. Yes, very affordable and far better than having a regular size of soda.

Now that summer season is on. This is definitely a sure hit for everyone's thirst. Mcdo...love ko 'to =)

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Oishi's Marty's Cracklin' Vegetarian Chicharon

Have you tasted a vegetarian chicharon? Not yet? Well I recommend you to try Oishi's first ever vegetarian chicharon - Marty's Cracklin'. It is salty, sour, and crunchy, this is what I like about this junk food. And I am sure that once you have it you will surely ask for more.

I first tried this junk food when I was still working in Makati, one of my colleague brought this in the office. At first I was hesitant to try it because I don't like chicharon really. But when my colleague explained to me that this Marty's Cracklin' is very different from the regular chicharon and told me that this has no cholesterol at all. I was tempted to try it. And the rest is history. Fact is, this vegetarian chicharon is my addiction right now. 

The price of big size Marty's Cracklin' is 20.00 pesos, they also have the small one priced at 5.00. It is very cheap compare to other junk food. However, one big size is not enough for me. I tend to buy another one.

Try it for yourself. By the way, Oishi Marty's offers this vegetarian chicharon in plain flavor as well.

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Union Bank Eon Card

I am always using Union Bank Eon Card in withdrawing paypal moneys. This is because I am very satisfied with how fast the service is. If you are earning money online just like me and you are residing in the Philippines, I suggest you apply for a Union Eon Card.

The application to get this debit card is an easy process. Just bring at least two valid ids and you're good. You will be guided by the bank representative in linking your Union bank eon card to your paypal account. In less than two weeks, depend on the branch maybe, you may re visit the bank to get the card or wait for the delivery.

By the way, 350.00 pesos will be charged on your first year of using the card and it will be automatically deducted to your savings.

Union Eon is so powerful that you can access your savings account using their web portal. You can also use this debit visa card to purchase anything online. Moreover, you can also do an autopay for your phone and electric bills by just allowing them to access your billing accounts.

With regard to customer service, I can say that Union Bank has the friendliest and very accomodating bank representatives. They go beyond the extra miles just to satisfy the needs of their customers. Even their email support team and phone customer service agents are very reliable and dependable.

Ultimately, Union Bank and their Eon Card is highly recommendable for your banking needs.

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What Can You Say About Minute Burger ?

Minute Burger is a popular burger chain in the Philippines, the first to offer Buy 1 Take 1 burgers for a low price. But is it as yummy as Jollibee or Mcdo burgers? Read. 

I tried to eat there once and I can say that the burger patties are yummy. It is far better than Angel's Burger. I also like the ice choco they offer for only  20 pesos. It is really a good combination of a value burger meal. With regard to customer service, well it is a good idea that the customers see how they prepare the burgers. I also like the neatness of the service crews, they wear hairnets and apron. They also has a fast service that can accomodate 10 customers in less than 15 minutes. 

Just one thing I notice, the service crews lack customer engagement. It would be better if they are also trained to give a warm welcome to their customers. A simple greeting or a nice smile will do.  I believe that this can generate more customers for them overtime. 

But since the burger is a great try and is very affordable. I will still give Minute Burger a two thumbs up.

By the way, Minute Burger is now open for franchise. You may phone  776 - 7339 for details.

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A Review About Aegis People Support Philippines

It's almost past 4 months since my last day in Aegis People Support. I admit that even if I am earning a decent income online at the comfort of my own home, I still miss the workplace there especially my acquaintances.

Aegis People Support has three offshore contact centers here in the Philippines. If you like a job in a customer service field, perhaps this is such a good workplace for you. If you think that it's that hard to be hired in here, you're just being pessimistic. Fact is, as long as you have a good communication skills, multi tasking ability, and a 30 wpm typing speed...you're good! Let me tell you, it is just confidence that gave me a chance to work inside this call center.

Moreover, Aegis People Support has a lot to offer for their employees; good compensation, incentives, and  valuable healthcare benefits. In addition to that, they also organize parties for their employees during christmas and special celebrations. 

The only thing that I think Aegis People Support needs to improve on is their ability to provide some recreations for their employees. It would be good if they can provide internet access in their pantries. Other than that, Aegis People Support is a perfect workplace gauranteed.

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What Can You Say About Triond ?

After I got scammed from joining paid to click websites, I looked for other ways to earn online. I know that internet money making does not end from joining ptcs. I know it has a variety to offer. Opportunities that are better than paid to click websites. Money making websites that are free to join. I started from scratch, this time, I told myself that I will only join money making sites that does not require a membership fee nor an investment. Until I found Triond in the web.

Triond is a web portal where you can earn money by simply submitting valuable contents such as text article, photos and videos. Triond has a promising offer, you can earn from the number of pageviews your content has generated. For example, if your content has 1,000 pageviews, you maybe earning up to or more than $1.00.

At first I thought that it will be hard for me to earn in Triond, but it's low minimum payout $0.50 convinced me to try it. Secondly, there is nothing to lose, no money to invest and no membership fee to join. To date, I already have 40 articles in triond and 20 original photos submitted. I also promote my triond content to different social networking sites, ad marketplaces and in all my blogsites to increase my pageviews. No regrets , because all my perseverance and smart work was rewarded by Triond. I got paid the first time $ 19.22. Not a big penny but is enough to prove that Triond works and paying it's members.

Now I am nearing my second payout in Triond. And guess what, it's much bigger than the first one. I am about to received $37.00 from this legitimate money making website. On that note, I can say that Triond is one of the best way to make real money online. If you love writing, I highly recommend you to join Triond.

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A Review About Pilipinas Got Talent

Pilipinas Got Talent is a nationwide reality t.v show that showcases different talents of filipinos. From singing, dancing, magical performances, comic acts, etc, are here in this show. The three jurors are headed by Kris Aquino, Ai-ai Delas Alas and Freddie Garcia.

I was able to watch some of its episodes from youtube and I was really amazed on this show. Eventhough there are lots of talent shows in Philippine Television, this show is far spectacular than its competitors. Even from the original Talentadong Pinoy.  This is proven by the high rating that it gained from it's premiere episode.

However, I just don't like how FMG, one of the juror,  choose the contestant who will have a chance to show his/her talent on the next round or who is not. He is strict and sometimes stiff in his comments, unlike Aiai and Kris that are more affectionate to the contestants.

Well, overall, Pilipinas Got Talent is a great show to watch. All the episodes so far are extravagant. 

Here is a sample video clip from Pilipinas Got Talent first episode.

Pilipinas Got Talent is shown every weekends , Saturday  7pm and Sunday 8:30 pm in Abs-Cbn.

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What Can You Say About Jumborger ?

Jumborger is a new burger chain here in the Philippines. It offers a super affordable burger meals, hotdog sandwiches, chinese siopao and more. 

I was able to try one of  their budget meals yesterday when I went to Dasma City. ( this is one of their branch near Waltermart ). Believe it or not ? Jumborger offers their footlong sandwich 

( jumbo hotdog sandwich ) for only 10 pesos and their small cup of soda costs only 5  pesos. So far, this is the cheapest meal I tried. Yet, the affordability of their meals do not compromise the quality of how their food taste. 

I am also satisfied on how fast the service is. My order was prepared in less than 5 minutes. I just hope that the service crews can improve on their customer service skills, learn how to smile and greet their customers. I think this will help boost their sales and have more regular customers in the future. 

Overall, Jumborger is a recommendable place where you can have a very low price but yummy burger and hotdog meals. How about you ? Have you tried Jumborger yet? What can you say about it ? Feel free to post your comments here.

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Expedia Travel Specialist Job

Are you planning to work in a travel industry? Perhaps,you may want to consider being a travel specialist for Expedia. One of the largest online travel agency in the internet today.

Becoming a travel specialist for Expedia is very challenging. I know because this was my job for almost 4 months. I was trained in an offshore contact center here in the Philippines for almost 2 months. Together with my colleagues, we were taught to handle online bookings for flights, hotel reservations and vacation packages. Our job also does not end from there, we were also taught to handle phone calls about flight schedule changes, flight cancelation , refunds for hotel inconvenience to name a few.

It is not important if you don't have any work experience yet to get hired for this job. As long as you are willing to be trained and you are good in communication skills and multitasking, there is no reason why you can't be accepted.

But be prepared because this job is really tough. Supervisors measure your competence from how fast you can handle a single customer inquiry, quality of your calls and how you satisfy your customers.  Also keep in mind that you must be flexible in shifting schedules, fit to work during night time, and has a huge patience to handle at least 150 calls per 8 hour shift.

If you are really up to challenge, grab this opportunity. Being a travel specialist for Expedia is a job that pays well. Just do your job right and you will be paid right. And you will never know, this might also be your stepping stone for a better career in the future.

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My Bad Experience in Chowking

Chowking is a well known chinese restaurant in the Philippines. Well known for it's halo-halo special, chowfan, siopao etc. You can buy a chinese food here for as low as 49.00 pesos.

But I had a bad experience dining in this restaurant, the one in Pacific Star Building Makati. I don't have any complaints about the food that they serve, Well in fact Chowking Meals are one of my favorites. But this is not about the food, this is about the service.

What happened was me and my friends waited too long, more than 15 minutes to get our meals. We were really starving that time, we really needed to have our meal done as quick as possible because we were just given a 30 minute break by our boss. I was working that time in E-performax. My colleague who was very confrontational and outspoken really approached the manager and told them that the service is really slow. In all fairness, the manager did apologize for the inconvenience.

Another worst scenario, when the food was served, we were surprised because that was not the food we ordered. My colleagues and me got upset and just asked to refund us the money.

This was the first time happened to me in Chowking specifically at this branch. This branch also does not have a clean area, there are lot of flies and the ac was not on.

Because of this bad experience we stopped dining in this branch of Chowking.

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The Rcbc Tower in Makati

Have you already visited the RCBC tower?I just went there yesterday to visit a friend. This building is in Makati near Aegis People Support and Convergys.

I don't have much bad comments about this tower because everything here seems to be perfect. You are really secured to enter this building. There are lot of k9 dogs together with the guards roaming around, almost everywhere in the building.

While waiting for my friend, I enjoy visiting the tower because it has a lot to offer. Located in the second floor is my favorite coffee shop, Starbucks, there is also a gym, the well know Fitness First, convenience store, restaurants and other kiosk that offers food, magazines and books. The tower is really clean and well sanitized. It has sanitizers in every floor of the tower, specially near the elevators and escalators. Located in the 4th floor is a chapel for catholics.

For employment opportunities, there are a lot of call centers inside wherein you can try to submit an application as they accept daily walk-in applicants.

Just one thing I notice about this tower are the personnels or staff assign in guest relations like the guards. They must learn how to smile and enjoy their job. Other than that, RCBC tower is a nice place to visit specially when your working in Makati.

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What Can I Say About Ink Wise ?

Ink Wise Continuous Ink Refilling System

Located at the Ground Floor of Waltemart in Dasmariñas, Cavite

My computer shop has undergone a full renovation last 2 weeks. My partner and I decided to offer our customers a newly designed computer shop for their internet rental needs and services. It was successfully done as we observe that new customers are coming in to avail our offers.

One thing they want about our new computer shop is our printing services. From 5 peso per page black and white print, we now offer it for as low as 2 pesos. We don't lose profit though, in fact, we gain more.

The reason behind this is that we made our printer converted into a continuous ink system. This is not the first time we try to do this, we did this one year ago with an unknown company who convert printers...our old printer was totally damage and they did not offer us any goodwill or what not.

Since then, we refuse offers to convert our printer because as far as we know, companies that offers continuous ink system does not offer warranty, if your printer got damage, they leave you with nothing but frustrations.

Until one friend convinced us to visit Ink Wise, he is also a computer shop owner and he has a Canon Printer converted by Ink Wise Company. He recommended the store because according to him, Ink Wise has a great service.

We saw improvement in his profit in his printing services. My partner and I decided to try again the Continuous Ink System, this time with Ink Wise.

I can say that Ink Wise has a good customer service, they are very true in saying that they offer a service warranty in case that our printer ( Brother ) will get damage. Service warranty and the affordability are what I like about Ink Wise. If other offers your printer to be converted for 3,500.00 pesos...Ink Wise offer it to us half the price of their competitor.

As of today, our printer is working in good condition and it is now like a money making machine for our computer shop. That is the good thing of getting your printer converted into a Continuous Ink System. It will be less expensive if you do this than buying another ink cartridge when it got empty.

I definitely recommended Ink Wise for your printer services. They can convert all types of printer aside from that they also offer other pc parts and services. Good job Ink wise.

 

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Philippine's First Automated Election

It is hard for me to understand why many of us Filipino are so afraid to get out of the comfort zone. They want to stick to the old school election and is not accepting the comelec's automated election. How this country can progress, if we are always doubtful on what the higher authority is doing for us. Let's all move on! let's give them a chance to make this election as clean as we want it to be. Let's just focus on investigating who among those candidates worth your vote. Let's accept the automated election and let the comelec or the authority handle it for us. I heard from the news last night that the comelec is now doing their road shows as part of their awareness campaign for the first automated election in the Philippines. This is quite good, because I feel that many of us would like to know how easy it is to use. The key to a clean election here in the Philippiens is trust and honesty. I hope the next president of our country, whoever that person is...will be the one to make our country progress like the other asian countries.

It is too painful for me to see that we are left behind by Japan, China and Korea. We need to catch up. I know we can do it. We just need to be united. I believe that this automated election is just a start and indeed a good start towards a better Philippines in the next years to come.

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