Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, is set to host a significant mall activation event titled “APC PowerUPS” on September 21, 2024. This event, taking place at the Main Mall Atrium of SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City, aims to elevate the Filipino gaming experience by showcasing the newly launched APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming device.
The event is designed to provide an interactive experience for gaming enthusiasts with a range of activities from live gaming tournaments to product demonstrations. Scheduled to run from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, this free event is organized in collaboration with prominent tech brands ASUS, Acer, and Lenovo.
Highlighting the APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming
The highlight of the event is the recently launched APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming, Schneider Electric’s gaming-focused uninterruptible power supply (UPS) device. This powerful battery backup is specifically engineered to meet the unique needs of gamers, providing unmatched protection against power disruptions, surges, and fluctuations.
Event Activities
Attendees can look forward to a day filled with exciting activities:
| Activity | Description |
|---|---|
| Gaming Tournament | Collegiate-level teams compete in a Valorant live gaming tournament powered by APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming |
| Gaming Activity Area | Immersive gameplay hub featuring PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch consoles |
| Tech Alliance and Retail Booths | Showcase of top-notch products from tech and gaming brands with exclusive promos and up to 5,000 Steam Points |
| Exclusive Raffles | Opportunity to win exciting prizes with the purchase of APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming at the event |
Product Features
The APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming boasts several impressive features:
- Patented reactor circle technology for real-time battery and power status updates
- Sleek 160-degree slant design for enhanced visibility
- Functional lighting alerts for power anomalies
- 1320W output capacity
- Four surge battery backup outlets and two surge-only outlets
- Three front USB ports
- Available in Arctic White and Midnight Black
Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability
Schneider Electric’s collaboration with Asus, Acer, and Lenovo shows the company’s dedication to providing innovative and sustainable solutions for modern Filipino gamers. The event will also see participation from APC retail partners which include PC Works, PC Express, Inforworx, Villman, Octagon, Upson, and Thinking Tools, offering special promotions to enhance the overall experience.
“We’re committed to delivering top-notch power protection solutions for gamers, and our alliance with Acer, Asus, and Lenovo will ensure that we meet the evolving needs of the Filipino gaming community.”
– Abraham Lim, Vice President, Schneider Electric Philippines Secure Power and Industrial Automation Business
Social Responsibility Initiative
Schneider Electric has also partnered with Teach for the Philippines, a non-profit organization focused on improving education quality. A portion of the sales from the event and select APC UPS models will support the organization’s Katig Training program, which aims to equip public school teachers with essential skills to enhance student learning outcomes.
The APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming is priced at PHP 25,500 and is available through Schneider Electric’s official online stores on Shopee and Lazada.
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.
