Day: December 16, 2014

Taiwan’s Christmas offering: Watch a movie, win a mountain bike

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Together We CanDo you want to win a mountain bike, a laptop, a 42-inch TV, and a cellphone?

Watch a short film titled “Together We Can” and you may get any one of those items for free.

The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in the Philippines is inviting everyone to Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in the Philippines is inviting all Filipinos to participate in a nationwide contest that offers three Taiwan Giant mountain bicycle Talon as prizes for the grand winners.

Aside from the grand prizes TECO said there will be six second prizes (Taiwan Acer Laptop), seven third prizes (Taiwan TECO LED 42-inch TV) and 14 special prizes (Taiwan ASUS FonePad 7 cell phone).

All that the participants have to do is watch “Together We Can” that can be accessed online at www.togetherwecan.tw . Participants are eligible to join the prize draw by checking the official website of TECO (www.taiwanembassy.org/PH) to answer questions.

The contest started last Dec. 11. But there’s plenty of time to join as it will be until noon of Friday, December 19, 2014.

The micro-film is about three friends and colleagues-one from Indonesia, another from Malaysia and the last one from Taiwan-team up to work on a bicycle project.

Challenge: Succeed and they get promoted as well as the chance to impress the boss’ daughter. Fail and they get fired. But will they be able to pull it off?

Watch the movie and answer the questions. For more information, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6JHNE3RL-c.

TECO’s press release said the prize draw will be held in Taiwan on December 22 and the names of the lucky winners will be posted in TECO’s website on December 23, 2014.

Winners of the above four categories are required to receive the prizes in person with valid identification at the presentation of awards, which will take place at TECO (Add: 41/F, Tower 1, RCBC Plaza, 6819 Ayala Avenue, Makati City, Philippines), scheduled at 4 pm, Thursday, January 22, 2015. Winners who fail to attend in person will forfeit their rights and be replaced.

The above-mentioned valid IDs include Passport, Driver’s License, School ID, Birth Certificate issued by National Statistics Office, SSS ID, Voter’s ID, Philhealth ID, PAG-IBIG.

TECO said the contest is to enhance Filipinos’ further understanding of the Republic of China (Taiwan).

Relations between the Philippines and Taiwan, which was marred by the shooting and killing by members of the Philippine Coast Guard of a fisherman in the disputed waters of Balintang Channel near Batanes in May 2013, are back to its vigorous level after the Philippine government apologized and gave compensation to the family of the victim. The Coast Guard personnel involved have been charged in court.

Amb. Gary Song Huann Lin at the Voices of Taiwan Sing to the World concert.

Amb. Gary Song Huann Lin at the Voices of Taiwan Sing to the World concert.

The new TECO head, Ambassador Gary Cong-Huann Lin, said relations between Taiwan and the Philippines would get additional boost if a fishing agreement is signed.

China is opposing any official agreement with Taiwan (The Philippines has a One-China policy, meaning it recognizes the People’s Republic of China with its capital in Beijing as the government representing the Chinese people. China considers Taiwan its province.)

The Philippines maintains a people-to-people relations with Taiwan represented by the Manila Economic Cooperation office in Taipei and TECO in Manila.

Both TECO and MECO officials are confident the obstacles to the fishing agreement can be hurdled. What they have agreed and is being practiced now is not to use force in case of either Filipino or Taiwanese fishermen ventures into the disputed waters.
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Qantas to Invite Domestic Customers to Check-in via SMS with New Auto Check-in Service

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From today Qantas will begin rolling out a new Auto Check-in service that invites customers via their own device to complete check-in and access their boarding pass in three simple clicks.

Designed to streamline travel for domestic passengers, the new technology aims to improve the experience of customers not already taking advantage of check-in via qantas.com or enjoying the convenience of the Qantas app.

The new digital innovation is part of Qantas’ ongoing investment in customer service and driven by demand for a quick and seamless airport experience.

The technology initiates check-in for customers while also allowing them to view or change their seat and flight.

Qantas Domestic Head of Customer Strategy Philip Capps said Auto Check-in is a result of Qantas’ drive to simplify people’s journey.

“Our Auto Check-in technology is an evolution of an already world class system that simplifies the check-in process for time-poor customers on the go,” said Mr Capps.

“It means for the millions of smartphone users flying with Qantas, just by opening a text message or an email link, they’re only a few clicks away from completing check-in and receiving their boarding pass.”

“It also means customers get more time to relax in the lounge or head straight to the gate without needing to print a paper boarding pass.

“We know our customers value choice and flexibility so we have also designed Auto Check-in to include seat and flight change options, ensuring customers can tailor their journey and are effectively ‘ready to fly’ before leaving home or work.

“Qantas has a history of innovation in streamlining the customer journey with innovations including check-in via QCard Readers , our Next Generation kiosks and our Q Bag Tags. Auto Check-in is another example of how we are meeting the ever evolving needs of our customers to deliver a leading travel experience.”

How works:

Step 1: When booking a flight, customers will need to provide a mobile phone number. If not supplied, the email address attached to the booking will be used.

Step 2: On the day of travel or the night before, the customer will receive an SMS/email asking if they’re still planning to take the flight.

Step 3: After confirming they are not travelling with Dangerous Goods, customers will receive their boarding pass on their phone. All other customers will be referred to a Customer Service Agent at the airport to complete their check-in.

Customers wishing to check bags can simply scan their mobile boarding pass at the Bag Drop.

Auto Check-in will be rolled out in phases across the domestic network to selected customers from this week through to completion in early 2015.

Qantas to Invite Domestic Customers to Check-in via SMS with New Auto Check-in Service

PRNEWS Leave a comment

From today Qantas will begin rolling out a new Auto Check-in service that invites customers via their own device to complete check-in and access their boarding pass in three simple clicks.

Designed to streamline travel for domestic passengers, the new technology aims to improve the experience of customers not already taking advantage of check-in via qantas.com or enjoying the convenience of the Qantas app.

The new digital innovation is part of Qantas’ ongoing investment in customer service and driven by demand for a quick and seamless airport experience.

The technology initiates check-in for customers while also allowing them to view or change their seat and flight.

Qantas Domestic Head of Customer Strategy Philip Capps said Auto Check-in is a result of Qantas’ drive to simplify people’s journey.

“Our Auto Check-in technology is an evolution of an already world class system that simplifies the check-in process for time-poor customers on the go,” said Mr Capps.

“It means for the millions of smartphone users flying with Qantas, just by opening a text message or an email link, they’re only a few clicks away from completing check-in and receiving their boarding pass.”

“It also means customers get more time to relax in the lounge or head straight to the gate without needing to print a paper boarding pass.

“We know our customers value choice and flexibility so we have also designed Auto Check-in to include seat and flight change options, ensuring customers can tailor their journey and are effectively ‘ready to fly’ before leaving home or work.

“Qantas has a history of innovation in streamlining the customer journey with innovations including check-in via QCard Readers , our Next Generation kiosks and our Q Bag Tags. Auto Check-in is another example of how we are meeting the ever evolving needs of our customers to deliver a leading travel experience.”

How works:

Step 1: When booking a flight, customers will need to provide a mobile phone number. If not supplied, the email address attached to the booking will be used.

Step 2: On the day of travel or the night before, the customer will receive an SMS/email asking if they’re still planning to take the flight.

Step 3: After confirming they are not travelling with Dangerous Goods, customers will receive their boarding pass on their phone. All other customers will be referred to a Customer Service Agent at the airport to complete their check-in.

Customers wishing to check bags can simply scan their mobile boarding pass at the Bag Drop.

Auto Check-in will be rolled out in phases across the domestic network to selected customers from this week through to completion in early 2015.

Qantas to Invite Domestic Customers to Check-in via SMS with New Auto Check-in Service

PRNEWS Leave a comment

From today Qantas will begin rolling out a new Auto Check-in service that invites customers via their own device to complete check-in and access their boarding pass in three simple clicks.

Designed to streamline travel for domestic passengers, the new technology aims to improve the experience of customers not already taking advantage of check-in via qantas.com or enjoying the convenience of the Qantas app.

The new digital innovation is part of Qantas’ ongoing investment in customer service and driven by demand for a quick and seamless airport experience.

The technology initiates check-in for customers while also allowing them to view or change their seat and flight.

Qantas Domestic Head of Customer Strategy Philip Capps said Auto Check-in is a result of Qantas’ drive to simplify people’s journey.

“Our Auto Check-in technology is an evolution of an already world class system that simplifies the check-in process for time-poor customers on the go,” said Mr Capps.

“It means for the millions of smartphone users flying with Qantas, just by opening a text message or an email link, they’re only a few clicks away from completing check-in and receiving their boarding pass.”

“It also means customers get more time to relax in the lounge or head straight to the gate without needing to print a paper boarding pass.

“We know our customers value choice and flexibility so we have also designed Auto Check-in to include seat and flight change options, ensuring customers can tailor their journey and are effectively ‘ready to fly’ before leaving home or work.

“Qantas has a history of innovation in streamlining the customer journey with innovations including check-in via QCard Readers , our Next Generation kiosks and our Q Bag Tags. Auto Check-in is another example of how we are meeting the ever evolving needs of our customers to deliver a leading travel experience.”

How works:

Step 1: When booking a flight, customers will need to provide a mobile phone number. If not supplied, the email address attached to the booking will be used.

Step 2: On the day of travel or the night before, the customer will receive an SMS/email asking if they’re still planning to take the flight.

Step 3: After confirming they are not travelling with Dangerous Goods, customers will receive their boarding pass on their phone. All other customers will be referred to a Customer Service Agent at the airport to complete their check-in.

Customers wishing to check bags can simply scan their mobile boarding pass at the Bag Drop.

Auto Check-in will be rolled out in phases across the domestic network to selected customers from this week through to completion in early 2015.

Qantas to Invite Domestic Customers to Check-in via SMS with New Auto Check-in Service

PRNEWS Leave a comment

From today Qantas will begin rolling out a new Auto Check-in service that invites customers via their own device to complete check-in and access their boarding pass in three simple clicks.

Designed to streamline travel for domestic passengers, the new technology aims to improve the experience of customers not already taking advantage of check-in via qantas.com or enjoying the convenience of the Qantas app.

The new digital innovation is part of Qantas’ ongoing investment in customer service and driven by demand for a quick and seamless airport experience.

The technology initiates check-in for customers while also allowing them to view or change their seat and flight.

Qantas Domestic Head of Customer Strategy Philip Capps said Auto Check-in is a result of Qantas’ drive to simplify people’s journey.

“Our Auto Check-in technology is an evolution of an already world class system that simplifies the check-in process for time-poor customers on the go,” said Mr Capps.

“It means for the millions of smartphone users flying with Qantas, just by opening a text message or an email link, they’re only a few clicks away from completing check-in and receiving their boarding pass.”

“It also means customers get more time to relax in the lounge or head straight to the gate without needing to print a paper boarding pass.

“We know our customers value choice and flexibility so we have also designed Auto Check-in to include seat and flight change options, ensuring customers can tailor their journey and are effectively ‘ready to fly’ before leaving home or work.

“Qantas has a history of innovation in streamlining the customer journey with innovations including check-in via QCard Readers , our Next Generation kiosks and our Q Bag Tags. Auto Check-in is another example of how we are meeting the ever evolving needs of our customers to deliver a leading travel experience.”

How works:

Step 1: When booking a flight, customers will need to provide a mobile phone number. If not supplied, the email address attached to the booking will be used.

Step 2: On the day of travel or the night before, the customer will receive an SMS/email asking if they’re still planning to take the flight.

Step 3: After confirming they are not travelling with Dangerous Goods, customers will receive their boarding pass on their phone. All other customers will be referred to a Customer Service Agent at the airport to complete their check-in.

Customers wishing to check bags can simply scan their mobile boarding pass at the Bag Drop.

Auto Check-in will be rolled out in phases across the domestic network to selected customers from this week through to completion in early 2015.