Brownout? Stay connected with Globe At Home Prepaid MyFi LTE and LTE-A

Power outages could be an inconvenience especially now that most are working or learning from home and heavily dependent on internet connectivity. With Globe At Home Prepaid Mobile WiFi devices MyFi LTE and LTE-Advanced (LTE-A), these help ease one’s worries so power interruptions don’t interrupt what needs to be done for school, work, or life.

These nifty devices from Globe At Home are the best companions to have in case of emergencies--like sudden power outages. Stay connected and experience Globe’s reliable and ultra-fast LTE speeds with these pocket-sized powerhouse gadgets.

"Our Globe At Home MyFi devices are necessary instruments to have on-hand so Filipinos experience affordable and reliable internet connection wherever and whenever they need it," said Darius Delgado, Globe Vice President and Head of Broadband Group. "In times like this, staying online is more important than ever as it enables us to continue learning, working, and in the case of power outages or interruptions, stay informed and reachable."

'Fastest, more advanced' Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi provides essential connectivity in new normal

The pandemic has changed the way we live and how we go about our daily activities, forcing a digital shift that will be the norm moving forward.

Even before the nationwide lockdowns, Globe ensured that a steady and reliable internet connection has been made more accessible through the Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi, now equipped with a faster and more advanced LTE modem.

Globe at Home’s LTE-Advanced modem is two times faster than other Globe Prepaid modems, and is equipped with boosters, enabled by carrier aggregation capabilities, for a more reliable, higher-speed internet connection that is easy to set up.

“Globe’s home prepaid WiFi sets the bar for broadband not only because of its larger capacity, but more importantly for its affordability and accessibility. It is a great choice for families because it is shareable, easy to load, and comes in a wide range of budget-friendly options,” said Darius Delgado, Vice President and Head of Broadband Business at Globe.

Globe At Home Prepaid WiFi is available in several promo offers packed with freebies depending on the subscriber’s budget.

“In order to sustain the productivity of every member of the family, Globe made sure that affordable HomeWATCH and HomeSURF offers come with a bigger data allocation that is more than sufficient for today’s demands,” Delgado added.

Customers can avail of or order Globe At Home Prepaid WiFi kits via www.shop.globe.com.ph, the nearest Globe store, or through various channels and promos using the Globe At Home, Gcash and Globe One apps.

Globe’s continuous efforts to improve its network performance every year have resulted in more affordable and faster internet services for its broadband customers. 

Since 2016, the prices per gigabyte (GB) of all Globe broadband services such as Globe At Home Prepaid WiFi, wired Globe At Home Postpaid, and Globe at Home Postpaid LTE have gone down by more than 60%.

Along with the decrease in prices is the improvement in average download speeds in the country. 

In December, the country’s average mobile download speed was higher at 22.5 Mbps compared to 18.49 Mbps in November 2020, with an upload speed of 6.03 Mbps and latency of 33 ms according to the Speedtest® Global Index by Ookla®, the global leader in internet testing and analysis.

In terms of fixed broadband, Ookla® data shows that the Philippine average rose to 31.44 Mbps in December from 28.68 Mbps in November 2020*. 

Globe is carrying out a three-pronged strategy for network upgrades and expansion, which includes aggressive cell site builds; upgrading its cell sites to 4G/LTE using many different frequencies; and fast-tracking the fiberization of Filipino homes nationwide.

The company strongly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly UN SDG No. 9 which highlights the roles of infrastructure and innovation as crucial drivers of economic growth and development. Globe is committed to upholding the 10 United Nations Global Compact principles and 10 UN SDGs.

For more information, visit www.globe.com.ph.

*Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data comparing Q3 2020 to Q4 2020. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.

Globe removes consumer 3G SIMs across distribution chains

Globe announced the completion of the removal of consumer 3G SIMs across its retail and distribution chains. The move, which started early last year,  was in line with the company’s goal to shift its customers to 4GLTE/5G-ready SIMs for improved mobile internet experience.  

3G or short for third generation technology for mobile brought an important breakthrough in terms of basic mobile internet access two decades ago. However, new and better technologies like 4G LTE have been introduced since then, prompting many telecom companies across the world to stop offering 3G services while others are already in the process of doing the same.

HowToGlobe: Find out if your SIM is LTE-ready!

Is your mobile phone's SIM card ready to go full speed with Globe LTE? The answer is just one text away with SIM Check!

Globe Prepaid and TM customers can now find out if their current SIM card can access the 4G LTE network for FREE. It’s as easy as 1-2-3!

SIM Check is also available via *143#! Just select "My Account" and choose "LTE SIM Check". You'll receive an SMS indicating your SIM type. SIM Check service is available for both Globe Prepaid and TM customers.

Still using a non-LTE SIM? Upgrade it for FREE at your nearest Globe Store! Just bring your old Prepaid SIM card and activate your new LTE Upgrade SIM. Not only do you get faster speeds, but you also get to retain your current number plus enjoy FREE 1GB data!

With thrice the speed of 3G and less buffer time, Globe LTE offers customers an improved mobile experience and more enriched digital lifestyle.

To get more information on Globe LTE, visit globe.com.ph/lte. To find more tips and solutions on #HowToGlobe, visit the Globe ICON Facebook page.

XSTIG: Sony Xperia V

Sony Mobile is again on a roll for new smartphones and one of their best ones comes with resistance with water and dust! We can say its a tough smartphone with an elegant design, presenting the Sony Xperia V!

This smartphone will be available in the country this month exclusively with Smart Communications  Plus this is the first LTE phone in the country that is water and dust resistant. These are just some of the features of the new Sony Xperia V. And we all know that there are still a handful of LTE compatible devices in the market which Sony Mobile provides with this phone. With the speed of LTE expanding in the country, it pays to have LTE connection that will provide uninterrupted internet connection.