Everyone can easily describe the vibes during the Christmas season – it's filled with many bonding moments and shopping sprees in the mall. Most importantly, for Filipinos, Christmas is about spending time with loved ones and creating new memories, which makes the holiday season merrier.

And, of course, this includes Filipino families spending time together in their kitchens. So, we've rounded up what usually happens in a typical Filipino kitchen during Christmas and how to make these moments more memorable and unique!

Preparing Lots Of Food Happily In The Kitchen

When we talk about Christmas, one of the first things that come to mind is Noche Buena. Filipino families love gatherings and preparing food for their loved ones, and by preparing food, we mean lots of it!

It's a good thing that the Beko BIR35400XMS is such a lifesaver in the kitchen. Need to prepare lots of food for your family and relatives? Worry no more because this multifunctional oven has more than enough space for you to prepare your food without the hassle of spending too much time. It offers an 82 L of cooking capacity, which lets you cook on up to six shelf levels simultaneously, all within the dimensions of a standard-sized oven.

You can even get a clear view of your food while it's being prepared. It seems amazing, indeed. With the Beko Sends Love promo price, you can get the Beko BIR35400XMS  for only Php 28,991.

It's a given that kitchens are usually occupied during the Noche Buena preparation, so the Beko HIC64100 will also help you prepare your food.

You can cook your favorite healthy meals with ease using this vitroceramic hob. What's more fun about this is this hob heats all types of cookware so you can prepare more food efficiently!

With the Beko Sends Love promo price, you can get the Beko HIC64100  for only Php 15,291.

Looking All Glammed Up While Washing Dishes

Of course, Christmas is also all about looking beautiful and all glammed up, even the Noche Buena has been over, and you're now ready to say hello to washing the dishes.

With the Beko Sends Love promo price, you can get the Beko DTC36811S for only Php 19,791.

Making Your Food Stored And Last For A Longer Time

Well, Christmas and New Year's Eve are only a few days apart, and since Filipinos tend to prepare lots of food during Christmas, having the Beko GNO480EHFGBPH is essential to your kitchen!

Stock lots of food in your fridge with ease since the Beko has a NeoFrost Triple Cooling technology that has 2 separate cooling system that allows you to keep your food fresh for a longer time without having food odors mixed altogether.

Got some vegetables and fruits that you want to keep until the new year? This fridge also has HarvestFresh that uses innovative 3 colour light technology in the crisper drawer to cleverly mimic the 24-hour sun cycle, preserving vitamins in fruits and vegetables for longer. So you can enjoy a healthier lifestyle with more nutritious meals than ever.

With the Beko Sends Love promo price, you can get the Beko GNO480EHFGBPH for only Php 54,892 from its original SRP of Php 60,990.

Christmas is indeed a wonderful and joyous season for everyone. With Beko, you can make your holiday kitchen moments memorable and filled with steps toward a healthy and sustainable lifestyle for the upcoming year ahead.

When I resigned from my corporate job in 2018, I took that opportunity to finally ace at my role as a stay-at-home and a more present mom.  We decided to not hire any helper anymore to make this full-time momma dream come true.  I fully embraced and enjoyed it for a while.  But as years went by, I knew I would get tired with all the chores that’s taking too much of my time. I also knew I needed help, but not by getting a kasambahay anymore, but by getting home appliances  that’s smart, highly dependable and works efficiently.

That’s when I started to invest in smart home appliances and my latest helper is a Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite!

  

As a mom and homemaker, my ultimate goal is to  ensure our house is clean.  When the house is clean I have some peace of mind that there’s a level of protection from possible illnesses that’s caused by dirt or germs in the house.  That’s why, having a dependable and smart home appliance at home such as Xiaomi Robot Vacuum 2 Lite, is truly a big help to me.

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Mop Lite 2 full specifications:

• Product model: Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite
• Price: Php 7,999.00
• Where to buy: Xiaomi Official Lazada Store and Authorized Xiaomi Stores nationwide
• Path planning: Visual-aided Inertial Navigation
• Battery capacity: 2600mAh
• Cleaning mode: Sweep&Mop,Mop,Sweep
• Climbling ability: 20mm
• Suction power: 2200Pa
• Auto Recharge and Resume Function
• Storage: 450ml Dustbin, 270ml Water Tank
• Connection: WiFi 2.4GHz
• App: Mi Home
• Dimensions: 353 x 350 x 81 mm 

Other functions:

• Turn on/off, recharge
• Track cleaning progress
• Setting cleaning mode: max, middle, standard, quiet

 Voice Controls:

• Google Assistant
• Alexa

Accessories:

• Main brush
• side brush
• 450ml dust bin
• 270ml water tank

 Inside the box:

• Manual
• Warranty Notice
• Unit
• Dust Compartment
• Filter
• Side Brush
• Main Brush
• Brush Cover
• Brush Cleaning Tool
• Mop Pad
• Water Tank 
• Power Cable 
• Charging Dock

Overall, I am happy with the performance of the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Mop Lite 2 because it indeed makes my momlife easier and lighter.  Sweeping and mopping takes too much of my time away from my family and also work.  But with this new smart helper, I could allot more time to what matters more.  These days, spending time with my family and pursuing and working on my dreams are some of my priorities in life.  Having a Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Mop Lite 2 can help make this possible!

Before sweeping, empty bin.

After sweeping, small and big dusts inside!

Before mopping, rough flooring or tiles

After mopping. Clean tiles which can even show reflection!

For more information and updates on products and promos, follow Xiaomi Philippines on Facebook.

If you want to create a cinematic experience at home or simply want to enjoy your favorite songs in high-definition quality, then you’re going to need a good set of speakers. They determine whether your AV system will sound full-bodied and rich or like broken glass, so it’s in your best interests to find high-quality ones.

Home Speakers

To help you out, here are some things you want to remember when buying speakers:

The Sound Quality

One of the first things you have to consider about a speaker would be the sound quality. In fact, it can be argued that this should be everyone’s top priority for any audio output device. Of course, you also have to take into account your own tastes. Some people like a bit of extra bass, while some like the higher notes to be clearer.

The best way to determine a speaker’s sound quality is to visit a store personally. Bring your own music so you can get an accurate gauge of the audio experience. If you’d rather stay at home and order online, you can rely on reviews from trusted sources. Tech websites are some of your best bets, since they can break down the details of what makes a speaker good or bad. You can also look for consumer reviews for real-life feedback.

The Right Size

The bigger the room, the farther the sound waves have to travel to reach your ears. In short, you need bigger speakers (or at least multiple small ones in every corner). Most audio equipment manufacturers also have a recommended distance between speakers, so make it a point to follow it to achieve the best audio output.

This means you have to measure the space where you’re going to put the speakers. Make sure to allocate enough space between the wall and the back of the unit, as well as remove as many obstacles so the sound waves don’t “bounce” around too much.

What Do You Need Them For

You’re going to need different kinds of speakers depending on your listening needs. For example, if you want to upgrade your home theater system, a soundbar with a subwoofer would be the best option. Meanwhile, if you’re looking for speakers specifically for listening to music, then smaller, portable speakers with Bluetooth capabilities would probably suit your needs better.

There are also high-end, studio-grade equipment that give you high-quality, lossless, surround-sound audio. Obviously, this option is more expensive than your standard speakers and subwoofers. Nevertheless, if you’re really that particular about the audio output, then you won’t hesitate to invest in such accessories.

Mixing and Matching

When buying multiple speakers, it’s better if you stick to just one brand. This way, you can count on the same audio quality. However, when it comes to pairing speakers with subwoofers, it’s a good idea to mix and match. This is because speakers and subwoofers are different kinds of equipment. Thus, a manufacturer of one type of product won’t necessarily be an expert in making the other (and vice versa).

A good practice here is to always check reviews; if possible, visit the store and test the equipment for yourself.

Compatibility

If you’re buying a Bluetooth speaker for your mobile devices or music players, note that some older models of gadgets aren’t compatible with newer speakers. Make sure to check the compatibility of each device before making a purchase so you don’t waste your money.

Meanwhile, for speakers and subwoofers, make sure to buy amplifiers and/or receivers with the correct power output. If not, you may not be able to get good performance out of your speakers even if they’re the best ones in the market.

Type and Aesthetics

Last but certainly not least, don’t forget about your personal style preferences when buying speakers. They’re mostly a functional product, but they can still contribute to your home’s overall looks. They can also take a lot of space if you don’t choose a suitable style.

For Bluetooth or portable speakers, you have plenty of options such as tubular, rectangular, square, or round ones. There are also plenty of bright colors to choose from. Meanwhile, soundbars and other larger speakers as well as subwoofers tend to be black although they sometimes have casings that can come in different finishes like colored plastic or faux wood.

If you don’t have a lot of space, you mostly want to keep your speakers up and off the floor. However, there are some floor-standing models that are slim enough if you like their design. Floor-standing speakers also have better sound compared to other types, so make sure to factor this in when making your purchase.

Having poor-quality speakers can affect your enjoyment. Imagine watching your favorite movie with broken audio or listening to your favorite songs with harsh trebles. With good speakers, you can elevate your listening experience and fully appreciate videos and music.

When it comes to purchasing appliances for our current home and future new home, I always choose practicality.  How?  By making sure that it's value-for-money and that I pay for the right and useful benefits for our family and for our planet.

I'm happy to know that we discovered Beko, a new brand that's all that - quality, practical, and environment and planet-friendly.  Beko, Europe’s no. 1 home appliances brand, remains committed to sustainability and saving the planet as part of its mission to empower next generations to live healthier lives.

Beko continues to do its part in protecting planet earth by designing and manufacturing innovative sustainable appliances and will soon launch eco-friendly appliances supported by three key pillars, including use of recycled materials, use of bio-composites and products that use fewer chemicals.

Beko's line of sustainability home appliances

The big picture is that Beko’s corporate culture goes beyond just making and selling appliances.

“We are passionate about making sustainability affordable and accessible. This way the environmental benefits of our products are spread across the globe and are not just merely a luxury. With this in mind, developing new technologies enabling lower cost of sustainability is our number one priority,” said Gürhan Günal, Country Manager of Beko Pilipinas Corporation.

Arçelik

Arçelik, Beko’s parent company, has robust systems in place for increasing the reparability and recyclability of its products, and for sustainable productivity practices such as energy efficiency and reducing supply chain environmental impact.

Arçelik has accomplished important milestones around its sustainability efforts.

It has been ranked 34 on Corporate Knights' 2021 Global 100 Index, the annual ranking of the world's 100 most sustainable corporations which looks at the performance of companies with more than $1 billion in revenues. This ranking makes Arçelik the most sustainable home appliance and houseware company in the world.

In 2019 and 2020, Arçelik became a carbon-neutral company across its global production operations via carbon credits earned through the Carbon Financing Project. Last year, it was named industry leader in the Household Durables category in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Arçelik has been included in the category for the fourth year in a row.

Arçelik is recognized as a "Top Impact Company” by Real Leaders for efficient use of resources and circular economy solutions to develop smart technologies, promote healthier lifestyles and empower local communities.

This year, Arçelik has been awarded as Gold Class and Industry Mover by S&P Global.

Furthermore, Arcelik’s 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets are approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative in line with the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting temperature increase to well below 2°C. By 2030, 100% of the electricity used in production plants around the world will come from renewable sources, waste recycling will have increased to 99% in global operations, recycled plastic content will have increased to 40% and energy and water consumption per product will have decreased by 45%.

“With this in mind, developing new technologies enabling lower cost of sustainability is our number one priority. Beko’s goal is to eventually incorporate these sustainability measures into all our products. Beko’s brand purpose is empowering future generations to live healthier lives – which is only possible by living more sustainably and working towards a healthier planet. All of our actions and every product we use has an impact on nature. So beyond this seven-product portfolio, we are eager to adapt our existing technologies to make all our appliances more environmentally friendly, too,” said Gürhan Günal, Country Manager of Beko Philippines Corp.

With its parent company Arçelik, Beko will continue to increase investment in energy efficiency and renewable energy systems and be consistent in minimizing operational and supply chain environmental impact.

“Beko is committed to protecting our Mother Earth by designing and manufacturing energy-efficient products and investing in resource efficiency in production. Beko encourages its competitors to follow suit,” said Günal.

With all these great news about Beko and its parent company, Arcelik, I'm certain that Beko is going to be the next big thing in home appliances in the Philippine setting.  For more information, follow them on Facebook and also on Instagram