Post Selfies and Become WeChat’s Next Star!

Three years and over 355 registered accounts across the globe since its first release, WeChat continues to evolve to entice its users through constant upgrades, features, and exclusive promos. Now, here’s something great for those who want to be a star. 🙂 All you have to do is post seflies and share them via WeChat’s Moments. Interested? Continue reading below for more details!

In the Philippines, WeChat was launched last 2013 with brand ambassadors Drew Arellano and Iya Villania, who also taught Filipinos how seamless the social mobile app can fit into our local lifestyles by way of three television commercials (TVCs). The real-life partners showed us how they are able to stay connected despite their busy schedules via WeChat’s “Video Call”, “Hold To Talk”, and “Moments.”

This time around, WeChat is set to launch another TVC this May 2014 with the country’s top fashion influencer and the possibility of, surprise—YOU!

How to Become WeChat’s Next Star

To get a chance to be a part of this shoot, here’s all you have to do:

1. Take four selfies beginning today until early May, portraying the expressions: happy, angry, sad, and surprised and share those through “Moments.”

2. Take screenshots of your posts and send those to Facebook tagging @WeChat Philippines.

To get more tips on your posts, be sure to follow the WeChat Fans Official Account ID: wechatfansph.

About WeChat

WeChat envisions and innovates new ways for people to connect, communicate and share. A mobile social communication app designed for smartphone users, WeChat is the world’s fastest growing social app with over 100 million registered accounts internationally.

WeChat empowers users in fun and dynamic ways by bringing together messaging, social communication and gaming in one seamless, interactive experience, with comprehensive privacy and security settings that can be tailored as needed.

WeChat is an all-in-one app that enables users to add friends with several innovative features. These include highly convenient and reliable QR code scanning, phonebook and location-based connection services such as “Hold Together”, “People Nearby” and “Shake.”

The platform facilitates social interaction with real-time “Walkie Talkie,” “Voice Call,” and “Video Call.” Supported on data networks and Wi-Fi, WeChat makes it easy to stay connected with friends anywhere, anytime. Users can choose to communicate and share photos one-on-one, or within their closed social network through “Moments”. The popular WeChat Sticker Shop has a variety of fun animated emoticons to express any emotion. Also, with a host of addictive WeChat Games, users can play and challenge their friends on the move, share scores and even find competitors nearby.

WeChat is available free for download on Android, BlackBerry, iOS, Symbian and Windows operating systems.

Learn more about WeChat and download the app at www.wechat.com
WeChat Philippines Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/WeChatPH

Comments

79 responses to “Post Selfies and Become WeChat’s Next Star!”

  1. lloyd Avatar

    I love to use wechat recently because of it’s capable of a walkie talkie thing. It was so fun, I also take photos and post it on facebook. But i’m not that selfie addict LOL. Thanks for sharing this article.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Hehe yup same here. When WeChat first came out, one of the features that struck me most was the walkie talkie. It’s just so cool and different from traditional call and text methods of communication. It’s just like playing with a friend. 🙂 You’re welcome!

  2. Sarah Gavile Avatar

    I’ll try posting selfies in Wechat. It’s been awhile since I’ve used Wechat but because of this selfie challenge.Why not!

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Hehe good thing that this promotion serves as a trigger to ignite your usage of WeChat. Go girl!

  3. Mindy Avatar

    This sounds like a fun competition but not something that i would personally join *LOL*, i hate seeing my silly face doing weird poses (that’s why you mainly only see one expression *according to my friends : mean expression* on all of the pictures in my blog) :p

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Hi Mindy! I always see you without a smile or teeth showing up. Is that already the mean express? I thought it’s just a candid straight or normal face. OK lah, I also don’t like doing silly faces and weird poses especially if these pictures will be sent out to public hihi.

  4. theresa Avatar

    I’m not really a fan of WeChat anymore since they did something awful to me. Not good!

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Ohh I wonder what that’s about.

  5. natosha Avatar

    looks awesome, I would really want to try that out. Thanks for sharing.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      You’re welcome, Natosha! Maybe I’ll see your face in their banner ads next time? 🙂

  6. Mama to 5 BLessings Avatar

    Sounds like fun, I have never heard of this app before.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      WeChat is one of the many apps today that’s booming in App store. Check it out for free. 🙂

  7. Miss`Chievous Avatar

    Seriously? A selfie contest? Lol, but it can be quite effective.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yeah hehe I guess they are taking advantage of what’s trending now. Since many people are into taking pictures of themselves using their own camera, a mono pod has even evolved. Get the chance to also maximize this trend by joining the contest. It could be fun. 🙂

  8. Fervil Von Avatar

    Wow it’s very easy to submit an entry but I guess this contest is not really for me. Haha. While reading this I remembered the short video “Lost Memories”.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfoQNfjJ2_0

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      I’ve watched that and initially I didn’t get it. I thought it’s quite a sad short video. But yeah, I feel the reality and it’s sinking in deeper and deeper every day as more people get into the web and lose their real social life.

  9. Jason Panuelos Avatar
    Jason Panuelos

    I’ve always loved WeChat! I’m so glad my friend recommended it to me and it’s just so much fun to use! I haven’t tried the moments app quite yet, but I’m definitely telling all the selfie addicts out there to check the contest out! Haha! 🙂

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      So I’m guessing you’re not a selfie addict? Hmm this can be the opportunity to showcase your talent in making faces then. 😛 I use Moments rarely but I’ll check it out for myself this time for more explorations and discovery.

  10. George N Avatar
    George N

    lol! Look fun to me. I would like to do the angry guy pose.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Nice. Do practice the other facial expressions as well. 🙂 Look into the mirror and get your best angle.

  11. APRIL-PEREZ.COM Avatar

    i don’t know why i uninstalled wechat but i think it’s time for me to reinstall it because of this promo 😀

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Hehe yeah go for it! 🙂

  12. jane Avatar

    very nice one! i should probably join too but im not so good at selfie’s hahah but will try maybe i can be lucky enough to win!

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Best of luck to you, Jane. Hmmm I’m thinking of joining in as well. 😀

  13. theresa Avatar

    I bet selfie enthusiasts would join here.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yup, it’s their chance to win something out of the thing they love to do most. 😛

  14. Christy Denton Avatar

    I have never used wechat nor do I know what it is. . . but I will definitely look it up and maybe even post my selfie O:)

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      WeChat is a communications tool that is installed in mobile phones. If you’re using a smart phone, feel free to download and install the app. It’s helpful and useful in most occasions.

  15. Richard Harer Avatar

    I haven’t tried this yet. But a few friends introduce me about wechat, now you just convince me to use wechat 🙂 I want to be a rock star so bad even if its on the net 😉

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yeah rock on! I like the attitude. 🙂

  16. Sol Felice Avatar

    I read that PH is the selfie capital of the world so this came on a good timing.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Oh, is it? Wow, thanks for the trivia! I’m not sure if it’s something to be proud of though. 🙂

      1. Sol Felice Avatar

        Right! It’s not. Haha! 🙂

  17. Franc Ramon Avatar

    Great way to promote WeChat as we’re living in a selfie loving country.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      This is not the first time when I’m hearing contests that involve selfies. I think this is just fun.

  18. Debarpan Avatar

    That’s a great news for wechat users I guess.I just recently joined wechat.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Hooray! The next step is to explore the app and if you have the time (and the guts, I have to add), then join this promo. 🙂

  19. Emiliana Avatar

    I’m sure there will be a lot of selfie go-getters. This webchat promo will paint the town red.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yes, it’s the latest buzz right now in social media! 😀

  20. Franc Ramon Avatar

    Though selfies have been overused, it still captures moments of our lives.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yup, the word has been added to the English dictionary so I believe it will go a long way.

  21. RUSS Avatar

    Sayang, I don’t use WeChat 🙁

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      There’s no saying to never anyway. You can try using WeChat and see how it empowers your communication online while mobile.

  22. RUSS Avatar

    At least those selfies are being put to good use.
    WeChat’s certainly maximizing them.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yup, it seems that people are not getting tired of posting selfies riddled with hashtags online. This is a good marketing technique for WeChat.

  23. Janice / The Roller Coaster Ride Avatar

    I’ve only tried WeChat recently but have never tried posting a selfie on that platform. This is certainly one good reason to try it out.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      I’m glad to hear that you’re open to trying. The instructions are simple anyway. I know you can do it! 🙂

  24. Michael David Oyco Avatar

    Selfie contest is really getting popular huh.. I will not be shocked if more other contest about selfie will emerge but if everybody is happy with that, and with all the prize given – good for them. Hehe

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yup, it’s so easy to take selfies and monopods do help a lot in taking photos if you want to include more of the background. 🙂 This is a great deal for both end users and WeChat.

  25. Loila Avatar

    Wow! This contest is interesting! I use WeChat every once in a while and it’s fun! 🙂

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Everyone has his/her own favorite feature in WeChat. My sister uses the stickers most. 😀

  26. Franc Ramon Avatar

    This would also increase the awareness on WeChat as well.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Definitely, it will. More and more people turn to social media and share photos to interact with others. WeChat is another good channel to do this.

  27. jamdaquio Avatar

    Wahaha! how i wish I have the guts to do this thing. probably the TEENS are the ones that will hit this contest.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Oh I’m sure they will send out the most number of entries! 😀

  28. Kath Rivera Avatar

    Still no Wechat app 🙁 But the idea of selfie contest will gain more people downloading the app.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yes. Why not try it some time? 😀 WeChat is cool and fun.

  29. Payal Bansal Avatar

    This looks so much fun!

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      I’m already excited and interested to see the submissions of users. It will be thrilling to judge and decide who’s going to be the winner as well! 🙂

  30. Kath Rivera Avatar

    I think I need to download weChat na kasi lagi na ko may ka chat sa FB, I think it’s more fun sa weChat.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yeah especially if you’re more of a mobile phone user, you now have to individually install the FB Messenger to chat with friends on FB. WeChat is another good option.

  31. Julie Jamison Avatar

    Seems like a pretty cool app and fun to use!

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yup. I hope many people will participate. Imagine – by just striking poses with “believable” facial expressions, one can be the next star!

  32. Nanardx Zee Avatar

    Interesting. I will try WeChat hopefully one of these days and.. uhmm join that selfie contest 🙂

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yay! I would love to see how you showcase your creativity for this one.

  33. Jhady Avatar

    I heard a lot of great reviews about WeChat. I don’t mind taking my own selfie but I don’t have WeChat account yet. I will do the surprised look.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      I’ll look forward to seeing you win this. Best of luck to you, Jhady! 🙂

  34. Natalie Avatar

    Sounds like a cool app, but not something I would download or use.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      OK. You can share the promo to friends. Maybe it’s something that they will be interested about. 🙂

  35. Mommy Peachy Avatar

    This is a really cool promo and it’s great that WeChat is giving everybody a chance to be a part of their TVC

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Yup, this can be an open door for those who are wanting to shine and be discovered as a professional model. 🙂

  36. Sanday @Bowdabra Avatar

    Wow! How fun is this! Selfies are so fun to take and look at. Thanks for sharing this and I”ll check into it!.

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Some people are annoyed by selfies but some don’t mind. Just take it lightly hehe.

  37. Algene Avatar

    It’s good to know that WeChat keeps on having great promotions for all their users. This will encourage more people to use the app 🙂

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      If they continue to do this, their promos and activities would certainly gain attention from majority of apps users.

  38. Yamito Uytingco Calamba Avatar

    Nice! haha It’s like doing a VTR/go-see for a commercial shoot or ad campaign but through a selfie. LOL Not bad huh? 🙂

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      Haha yup. It’s cool that you don’t have to queue with a lot of people physically (stressful and pressuring).

  39. nestie Avatar

    This apps looks cool, will try when i get back in the Philippines

    1. Rochkirstin Santos Avatar

      You can try it now ’cause WeChat can be accessed everywhere as long as you have your smartphone and Internet connection. 😀

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