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Nadine Lustre finds a way to 'remove' people in photos, thanks to AI
Actress Nadine Lustre in the Oppo store in SM Sta. Rosa, Laguna for the launch of the Oppo Reno 12 5G series on July 13, 2024
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July 19, 2024 | 10:32am
MANILA, Philippines — For Nadine Lustre, removing people in her photos can be as easy as a click or tap on the phone.
"It's really important for my photos to be clean, and to be more minimal, minimalist," the actress kept repeating last Saturday, when she helped Oppo launch its new and first artificial intelligence (AI) series, the Reno 12 Series 5G in SM Sta. Rosa, Laguna.
The singer-actress, who is known for spending a lot of her time in the island destination of Siargao, also shared her thoughts on artificial intelligence in general.
"Honestly, I think it's amazing that, you know, that AI is available now just because it's accessible. It's already in your phone, as compared to before na, we really have to plug in to our laptops and edit everything, which really takes a long time. So, I'm very happy that at least now after I take the photo, I can easily use it now and edit my content and mas mabilis," she said.
The Reno 12 Series 5G features upgraded AI Eraser 2.0, which now has a “Remove People” function on top. As its name suggests, the function allows users to "erase" people or objects in a photo or selfie in a matter of seconds as long as the smartphone is connected to the Internet.
Nadine also explained that the improved erase function allows her to edit any element that distracts the look that she aims for in her photos.
The Reno phones' erase function also have the improved accuracy of Smart Lasso and Paint Over functions since their initial introduction in the Reno11 Series 5G last April.
Apart from these, the series also features an AI Studio, which allows users to create their own digital avatars.
Baguio City's Krishna Marie Gravidez crowned Miss World Philippines 2024
Jul 20, 2024 08:25 AM
A 23-year-old civil engineering student who resigned as a Philippine representative in an international pageant was crowned Miss World Philippines 2024 during a competition held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City which lasted until early morning of July 20.
Krishna Marie Gravidez, of Baguio City, bested 32 other candidates for the coveted crown. She will represent the Philippines at the 2024 Miss World pageant, which will be held later this year. The Miss World pageant is the longest-running beauty pageant, established in the United Kingdom in 1951.
During the question-and-answer portion, Krishnah was asked: "Should inclusivity be a top priority among pageants? Yes or no? Explain your answer."
Krishnah answered: "Pageantry is a platform where we express ourselves as women and men. I feel like this is a platform to promote our advocacies, the cause we are fighting for, and the things that we love. I think that in a world [that’s] evolving, we as humans, we should evolve too."
In 2023, Krishna was crowned Miss Charm Philippines 2023 shortly after the 2023 Miss Universe Philippines pageant at Okada Manila.
Krishna was expected to represent the Philippines at the Miss Charm International 2024 pageant but she resigned in June 2024. Her full statement:
"After much consideration and reflection, I regret to inform you that I have decided to withdraw from the Miss Charm International competition.
"I want to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible opportunities that Miss Universe Philippines and Miss Charm Philippines have afforded me. It has been an honor to be part of such prestigious competitions, and I am truly grateful for the experiences and friendships I have gained along the way.
"I want to thank Mama J especially, who has been one of the best mentors and gave his valuable support for the decisions I needed to make.
"Thank you once again for the incredible journey with Miss Universe Philippines and Miss Charm Philippines. I will always cherish the memories and lessons learned during my time of reign.
"As I embark on this new chapter of my life, I hope to have your continued support in all my future endeavors. To God be the Glory."
Later, pageant fans rejoiced when Krishna was announced as one of the official candidates for Miss World Philippines 2024.
Krishna also received special awards during the finals: Miss Photogenic, Best In Swimsuit, and Best In Evening Gown.
Jasmine Omay, Tarlac, was named 1st Princess while Sophia Santos, Pampanga, 2nd Princess.
Other winners were: Patricia Bianca Tapia, Batangas City, Miss Tourism Philippines 2024; Deanna Marie Mate, Cavite, Reina Hispanoamericana Filipinas 2024; Nikhisah Buenafe Cheveh, Pangasinan, Miss Multinational Philippines 2024; and Jeanne Isabelle Bilasano, Bicol, Face of Beauty Philippines 2024. They will represent the country in respective competitions abroad later this year.
Krishna values education
In May 2019, Krishna appeared as a contestant on Willie Revillame's popular game show, "Wowowin."
In 2019, she studied industrial engineering at St. Louis University in Baguio City. However, she transferred to the University of Northern Philippines in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, to pursue a degree in civil engineering.
"Pangarap ko talaga, Wil, maging engineer, Wil. Kasi yun yung pangarap ko saka pangarap ng pamilya ko, Wil.
"Para sa akin lang din, Wil, gusto ko talaga, ako talaga yung papaaral sa sarili ko, Wil. Kasi yung mga napapanalunan ko sa pageant, Wil, yun yung binabayad ko sa tuition," Krishna said.
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