Mislatel Consortium, deemed the third telecommunications player in the country, is planning to team up with its rivals PLDT Inc and Globe Telecom. The consortium’s spokesperson Atty. Adel Tamano said in a DZMM radio interview, as reported by ABS-CBN News, the partnership deal will not reduce competition, rather it will…
The mobile data traffic of Globe Telecom grew from 252 petabytes (PB) per year to 361 in 2016. It’s an increase of 44 percent, as smartphones also had a 61 percent penetration last year. Experts say this shows how a lot more Filipinos prefer to access the Net using their…
In a speed up campaign to stop spam/scam messages, Globe Telecom blocked at least 165 million such messages last year, 2016. This was accomplished through the use of a broad and fully automated system to clean up its network of spam and malicious text messages. In another development, Globe also…
Faster internet connection even for users in far-off areas in Visayas and Mindanao—this is the latest initiative of Globe Telecom in its commitment to perk up internet connection in the country. And what makes this effort unique is the application of TV white space frequency, which is a first in…
In a bid to stress upon its intention of improving the digital life of Filipinos, Globe Telecom brings Google Chromecast to Philippines. The device can be used to project mobile phones’ screens on TV screens. Globe Telecom recently partnered with Google and the duo are set to bring the Chromecast…
Globe Telecom is known not just for being one of the country’s leading telco, but also for bringing awesome and amazing parties during different festivals across the archipelago, and our very own Sinulog festival — which is just around the corner — is no stranger to this. For this year,…
No more than a year ago, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg cited Globe Telecom to be the first in the world to bring free access to the very popular social networking site to millions of its customers. Although a lot of Globe subscribers definitely enjoyed the promo while it lasted, sadly, the…
It goes without a doubt that cellphones, tablets, laptops and all the other gadgets we enjoy using on a daily basis makes our lives easier. But, these technological advances together with their batteries comes with an end of life, and if not disposed properly, they inflict a great harm to our…
The wait is over for Globe prepaid subscribers as the telco finally releases LTE capable SIM cards readily available at select Globe Stores (for now), giving prepaid subscribers LTE surfing speeds. Globe’s Prepaid LTE SIM comes in two sizes: Combi, a regular mini SIM card for older phones just like the LTE variant of…
According to the United Nations (UN) back in 2011, the Internet is a basic human right, as it plays a huge part on our everyday lives — whether it be for work, school, play or just simply keeping in touch with a loved one. And internet connected devices are in everywhere we look — on our computers, laptops and cellphones as well as tablets, cameras, gaming consoles and even smart TVs and smart watches. As a result, companies all over the world are trying to keep up by giving us, consumers more and more innovations that will help us get even more internet-connected than ever.
Globe Tattoo — the broadband internet side of Globe Telecom — one of the country’s leading broadband internet provider, announced its expansion of their product line up backed by the company’s 4G mobile network through their fastest fixed fiber products, the Globe Tattoo NXT.
A self confessed gadget enthusiast, Phillip Joanino is a Registered Nurse by profession. He graduated with BS in Nursing from Centro Escolar University in Manila, circa April 2013. He’s a certified Apple fanboy, the go-to person when it comes to the latest tech updates and knows the hippest and trendiest places and events around the Metro.
What makes Phillip an Apple fan boy? Currently, he’s got a Black iPod Nano 3rd Gen, a White iPad with Retina display, a White iPhone 4S, a Gold iPhone 5S and a 13-inch Mid 2013 MacBook Air. He’s also got a BlackBerry 9700 on the side, as well as a Intel Core i5 Samsung QX-410 notebook.
They always say that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” And in the world we live in today, disasters, accidents and any form of misfortunate events can happen anytime — especially if we are not prepared for such. That is why Globe Business held a Business Continuity Forum…
Globe Telecom, the Philippine’s second largest Telecommunications service provider with over 45 million subscribers, together with Alcatel-Lucent signed last week, September 17, 2014 a confirmation of Award for the transformation of wireless network infrastructure in the Philippines — specifically in Visayas and Mindanao, upgrading it from the former’s existing WiMax to LTE-TDD and…
With the announcement of Globe’s partnership with the global commercial music streaming service provider Spotify more than a month ago during the latter’s official launch in the country, the deal hinted a new mobile data plan scheme for the network.
The new mobile data plan scheme dubbed as GoSurf, made its first debut when Globe announced the Globe Galaxy Forever Plan held last April 3, 2014. And now, the GoSurf plan is officially replacing Globe’s SuperSurf data plans. Catch everything you need to know about Globe’s new GoSurf after the break.
A self confessed gadget enthusiast, Phillip Joanino is a Registered Nurse by profession. He graduated with BS in Nursing from Centro Escolar University in Manila, circa April 2013. He’s a certified Apple fanboy, the go-to person when it comes to the latest tech updates and knows the hippest and trendiest places and events around the Metro.
What makes Phillip an Apple fan boy? Currently, he’s got a Black iPod Nano 3rd Gen, a White iPad with Retina display, a White iPhone 4S, a Gold iPhone 5S and a 13-inch Mid 2013 MacBook Air. He’s also got a BlackBerry 9700 on the side, as well as a Intel Core i5 Samsung QX-410 notebook.
With all the buzz about Globe Telecom’s strict implementation of their Mobile Data Surfing Fair Usage Policy (FUP), we can’t help but compare it with Smart Telecom’s own FUP on mobile surfing. The Fair Usage Policy is set not just for mobile data browsing, but for texts and calls as well. View the comparison on the table below, as well as details and an overview comparison on mobile data plan prices on countries in the world.
The reason why Globe started to strictly implement their Fair Use Policy according to them is to “ensure fast and reliable service” as apparently, 3% of their data subscribers are considered as heavy users. This solution sparked great ire amongst disappointed Globe subscribers, as a Fair Usage Policy was never really discussed when you sign up for a surfing plan (at least in my case when I signed up for an UnliSurf promo almost 2 years ago with my current plan). Smart on the other hand has their daily and monthly cap both on 1.5 GB, just half of Globe’s 3 GB monthly cap.
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A lot went berserk last week when Globe Telecom announced that they will start strictly enforcing their Fare Usage Policy (Read Globe’s FUP here), to ensure fast and reliable mobile internet service, according to the telecommunications company. What this means is that subscribers who availed to these called “Unlimited” surfing promos would be throttled to slower speeds (Read: 2G) once they reach Globe’s pre-determined cap.
In an infographic tweeted by @talk2globe, Globe explained that only 3% of their data subscribers will be affected, labeled as Heavy Data Users. Meaning, the remaining 97% don’t use that much data, not reaching the 1GB/day or 3GB/month cap. Once subscribers reach the 1 GB data cap per day, they will be throttled to 2G speeds equivalent to up to just 64 kbps, until the end of the day. They will then be shifted back to 3G/LTE speeds after midnight. As for those who reached their 3GB per month cap, they will be shifted back to their regular browsing speed on the first day of the following month. In example, if you reach the 3GB cap during the first week of February, you’ll have to endure 2G speeds for remaining days of the month.
A self confessed gadget enthusiast, Phillip Joanino is a Registered Nurse by profession. He graduated with BS in Nursing from Centro Escolar University in Manila, circa April 2013. He’s a certified Apple fanboy, the go-to person when it comes to the latest tech updates and knows the hippest and trendiest places and events around the Metro.
What makes Phillip an Apple fan boy? Currently, he’s got a Black iPod Nano 3rd Gen, a White iPad with Retina display, a White iPhone 4S, a Gold iPhone 5S and a 13-inch Mid 2013 MacBook Air. He’s also got a BlackBerry 9700 on the side, as well as a Intel Core i5 Samsung QX-410 notebook.
Globe Telecom has decreased the prices of its new iPhone offerings with customized postpaid plans, specifically the iPhone 5C and 5S. Some would opine this could lead to massive purchases of the much coveted devices, especially this Christmas season, or in time when the entire country is still recovering from the recent calamities which struck the central Philippines and sales of the handsets aren’t that impressive just yet since launch.
The new offerings through Globe’s MySuperPlan includes the iPhone 5C, in which the 16GB base version now sells at only P1,349 per month under Plan 499. This includes a cashout of P850 per month within a 2-year contract. The Plan 499 postpaid package includes a 300MB LTE surfing plus free calls and SMS texts. The 16GB base version of the iPhone 5S on the other hand now sells for only P1,799 monthly under Plan 999. That already includes a cashout of P800 per month within a 2-year contract. This postpaid package offers buyers unlimited LTE internet surfing plus free texts and calls.
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That’s right! As I’ve tweeted earlier today, the much anticipated new iPhones, the iPhone 5C and iPhone 5S will be officially launched in the Philippines comes November 15, 2013, through Globe Telecom and Smart Communications. The expected release date is actually 1 month earlier compared to the iPhone 5 launch in December 15th last year.
As usual, Globe Telecom and Smart Communications still have to provide official pricing details; but right now, both telcos have already setup pre-order pages which you can access here (Globe) and here (Smart).
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It is dubbed the “most unbeatable unlimited data plan offer” Globe Telecom has ever launched for Samsung Galaxy Note 3. The postpaid plan package comes inclusive with limitless Long Term Evolution or LTE, allowing up to 42 Mbps mobile internet surfing. And the offer becomes more daring with its low monthly rate of only Php 1,799. With this, subscribers can get the newest Galaxy Note at a monthly P800 cashout via Plan 999.
This cashout is even payable in a 24-month installment scheme through credit card with 0% interest. To think that this postpaid plan bid is inclusive of unlimited data plus a consumable amount per month you can use for SMS messages and calls. Moreover, as if not content with the daring low price offer for Samsung Galaxy Note 3, Globe also offers it and the Galaxy Gear bundle at no extra cost starting at Plan 5000. And that’s still within a 2-year contract period.
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Following Apple’s announcement for the iPhone 5 launch here in the Philippines comes December 14th, Globe Telecom and Smart Communications both announced today that it will also offer the latest iOS-rocking smartphone on the same date. Though both telcos still have to release its official Plan pricing details, its pre-order…
Experiencing Globe’s Internet Fair Usage Policy in Real Time; How to Reach it and What Happens When You get “Capped”
Published by Phillip Joanino on February 6, 2014I have been a Globe UnliSurf subscriber for 2 years now with my postpaid account, and another year with Globe’s BIS or BlackBerry Internet Service on top of that. But with over 3 years of being with Globe’s mobile data service, I have never heard of their Fair Usage Policy (FUP) on internet surfing plans until very recently, when they started enforcing it strictly.
I consider myself as a moderate to heavy mobile internet user for social media and personal purposes: I always find myself refreshing my Instagram, Twitter and Facebook feed at least twice to thrice an hour throughout the day. I also use it for quick web browsing and youtube video streaming. My data services are turned on almost all the time even at home — I only turn it off whenever I’m outside my house and i need to save up my battery life. I also use my phone’s data services to tether internet to my laptop whenever i’m not home, which happens almost every other day recently.
A self confessed gadget enthusiast, Phillip Joanino is a Registered Nurse by profession. He graduated with BS in Nursing from Centro Escolar University in Manila, circa April 2013. He’s a certified Apple fanboy, the go-to person when it comes to the latest tech updates and knows the hippest and trendiest places and events around the Metro.
What makes Phillip an Apple fan boy? Currently, he’s got a Black iPod Nano 3rd Gen, a White iPad with Retina display, a White iPhone 4S, a Gold iPhone 5S and a 13-inch Mid 2013 MacBook Air. He’s also got a BlackBerry 9700 on the side, as well as a Intel Core i5 Samsung QX-410 notebook.