Of course, there are plenty of cons too when it comes to online events. People have been clamouring for parties, bars, and in-person social events, and we can't blame them. We miss those too. 

Perhaps the biggest con of online events is the "inauthenticity" of the experience. Despite our best efforts, online events simply happen through a screen. Not all of our senses are fully engaged with the space, which makes it difficult for us to immerse ourselves in the experience. This is why some may find it so easy to lose focus when attending online classes or talks. Though our minds may be there, our body tells us otherwise. 

Virtual events may be convenient for some, but they can also be inaccessible to others. Not only is the Internet expensive in the Philippines, the quality sometimes wavers. So while some people may not be able to afford Internet expenses, others who may also experience connectivity issues. 

Lastly, online events often allow us to miss out on the real fun of in-person events. There are fewer chances to meet like-minded people, fewer opportunities to explore a certain place or food or product. 

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While there's no doubt that online events are a necessary trademark of the pandemic times, we're also adamant believers that this will not be the norm forever. Nothing can replace the simplicity of being: being with friends, being at a party, being in a place. While we count down the days to our next, safe, gathering, however, we'll sit back into our computer chairs and enjoy another day safely through our screens.