Nokia celebrates the art of individuality

In a country that tops the list of cell phone users, news on the latest innovations and technology is a hot item.  Nokia, a leader in the industry,  is driving the transformation and growth of the converging Internet and communication world.  The consumers warmly welcome new services, products, and devices that provide refreshing experiences in music, navigation, video, television, imaging, games, and business mobility.

Cebu’s society and the business sector recently converged at the Shangri-La Mactan’s Marquee to witness the launch of Nokia 8800 Sapphire arte which paid tribute to the establishment’s Movement of 8.

Eight iconic Cebuanos, bound by their passion and commitment to live a life of significance and style, represented a distinct feature of the Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte.

Gwendolyn Garcia, is the first woman governor of the province of Cebu. The driven and dynamic lady wears many hats as well and her sphere of influence is far and wide.

It is a busy and hectic life for the governor, but she won’t have it any other way. You, too, can make things quiet with a wave of your hand — a unique silencing mechanism  is activated when the Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte is turned over, screen-side down.

Butch Carungay is managing director and chief creative officer of Avatar Accessories. A recipient of at least a dozen local and international awards, Carungay is an authority on the latest jewelry and accessories, just like Nokia, which has designed an exclusive range of accessories for its latest gem. 

Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte celebrates the art of individuality by way of natural light and the intricate ways in which it flickers and glows. Marquerite Lhuillier, the exclusive designer and president of Infini Handicrafts Collection and named one of the best-dressed women of the Philippines, epitomizes this feature.

Mariquita Yeung, a philanthropist, harnesses material wealth and tempers it with social responsibility. She is the founder of the Mariquita SalimbangonYeung Foundation and a dedicated supporter of the laudable project Operation Smile. She exudes classic elegance and style just like the Nokia 8800. It’s smooth, clean lines and exquisite design make this mobile phone a standout.

Kenneth Cobonpue, president and chief designer of Kenneth Cobonpue Furniture, is a craftsman with an exceptional ability to create masterpieces with fine attention to details.

His creations make use of only top-of-the-line materials, including exquisite leather and precious stones. The Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte contains both. The select key is made from a single sapphire, with a strong heritage and coveted appeal. Panels are crafted from premium leather sourced from Eastern India.

Yedda Kittilsvedt-Romualdez, Bb. Pilipinas International 1996, is involved in socio-civic work through her husband Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez’s projects. The Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte takes a page from her, showcasing its own brand of inner beauty. In addition to the 3G capabilities and 3.2 mega pixel auto focus camera, it boasts a stunning OLED display and 1 GB built-in memory. 

John Paul Chiongbian, CEO of Club Vudu, Formo, Paseo, and Holy Kettle Corn has succeeded in every sense of the word. Just like JP, the Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte sound heats up the flames of passion through an exclusive soundtrack of graphic grooves from master producers Kruderand Dorfmeister with visuals by Fritz Fitzke.

Managing four companies is a big challenge. But with confidence and strength of character, it can be done. Glenn Soco, president of MIMS, Cebu’s biggest manpower services company, president of Powerline Human Resources Management, Inc., executive vice president of GA Stellite Ventures, Inc., and founder and president of the Coffee Dream Coffee Shop chain, personifies these traits. Strength of character is also evident in the leather, metal, and glass materials used for the Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte.   

Combining all these qualities into one cell phone gives the Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte a personality everyone wants to associate with  and have as a companion. In addition, it provides you instant access to all your beautiful friends and influencial business contacts.