PLDT and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) have ramped up their network expansion and upgrade efforts in Bohol in time for the celebration of Bohol Day. To date, all of Bohol’s municipalities are now covered by Smart’s 4G/LTE network, while PLDT has also completed its fiber roll out across the province. This is…
Starting July 30th, the 5G mobile phone network of Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is going live as a commercial service. In this initial phase of its commercial deployment, Smart Signature, Infinity and other Smart postpaid subscribers will be able to enjoy the super-fast data service of Smart 5G in key business districts of Metro Manila…
Incoming students may now avail of a convenient and affordable gadget bundle to help them participate in their online classes this school year, through a new partnership of Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) and Acer Philippines (Acer). Under this partnership, parents can avail of the Smart School Bundle, which consists of an Acer Aspire 5 laptop,…
PLDT and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) are encouraging their subscribers to use their expanded digital payment channels and online billing services, not only because these are more convenient and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, but also because these processes are more environment-friendly. The shift to paperless transactions is already underway as customer…
Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is celebrating Simplicity Day on July 12 as it embraces its commitment to provide Filipinos with simple solutions and amazing experiences to enrich their life – a powerful message that it conveys in its “Simple, Smart Ako” campaign. Simplicity Day is an annual celebration in honor of poet,…
Members of the NBA 2K Team Pilipinas were recently given recognition by top executives from PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) in celebration of their topnotch performance at the just-concluded FIBA Esports Open 2020, where they scored a 5-0 win against Indonesia. This was the first international esports tournament sanctioned by FIBA. PLDT provided the…
Even though many of us have to stay home to protect ourselves from the pandemic, it doesn’t mean that we can’t establish meaningful connections anymore. Thanks to mobile internet and various social media apps, we can always connect with our family, friends and our favorite personalities with just a few taps on our phone. To…
Have you ever thought about what your life would be like right now if it weren’t for your dad? It would undoubtedly be much different, and maybe a little harder. They may not always be the flashiest or loudest in the family, but our dads are definitely the unsung heroes of our lives, making things…
As Korean culture continues to make big waves in the Philippines, Smart’s newest face South Korean star Hyun Bin appreciates the mobile network’s part in bringing Korean entertainment closer to Filipino fans. Hyun Bin, beloved to Filipinos thanks to his well-known roles in hits such as Crash Landing On You and My Name Is Kim…
Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continues to bring South Korean superstar Hyun Bin closer to his legions of Filipino fans as it launches a new promo featuring exclusive merchandise and bonus data for subscribers. Under the promo, Smart subscribers may bring Hyun Bin anywhere they go by scoring limited-edition pillows, posters, and even…
Quarantined in a barangay isolation center in Brgy Luz, a COVID-19 hotspot in Cebu City, educator Roy Genares turned to the Internet to lift the morale of his fellow COVID-positive patients. A principal in a mountain school in Cebu City, Genares hosted nightly movie viewings for the adults and senior citizens and watched LearnSmart e-storytelling…
