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OpenSignal: Smart Leads PH Telcos in Mobile Video Experience

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OpenSignal: Smart Leads PH Telcos in Mobile Video Experience

In this age of an on-the-go lifestyle, watching videos on mobile devices has been the trend. As such, it’s important for carriers to provide its customers with the best viewing experience, through fast and reliable networks. Recently, OpenSignal, an independent mobile analytics company, released a new report (which now includes Asian carriers) that details the mobile video experience in Singapore, Australia, Taiwan, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia and the Philippines. In its per-operator study, Smart garnered a score of 42.2, beating its closest competitor’s score of 29.2. The score is even higher than the Philippines’ overall rating of 34.98.  Proof that the Telco is providing its customers the better mobile video experience in the country. The score is also comparable with US Telcos – AT&T at 40.88, and Sprint at 41.1. According to OpenSignal’s latest mobile networks update in August, Smart leads nationwide download speeds at 13.09Mbps vs competitor’s 7.34Mbps, as well…

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Get 7 Days of AoV, Mobile Legends, and More for Only PhP50 with Smart’s Gametime Promo!

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Get 7 Days of AoV, Mobile Legends, and More for Only PhP50 with Smart's Gametime Promo!

If you love playing games on your smartphone, here’s a bit of good news for you! Smart has just announced its newest promo that lets you enjoy up to 7 days of mobile gaming for only PhP50! Yes, you read that right. With Smart’s Gametime promo, you’ll be able play your favorite mobile games such as Arena of Valor, Mobile Legends, Clash of Clans, Everwing and Clash Royale for 7 days, for only PhP50! (300MB allocation per day). And that’s not where the fun stops, you’ll also get 50 Battle Tickets for Mobile Legends for every subscription! and if you want to take it even a step further, you can also get 30 days of mobile gaming for only PhP100 (You get 100 Battle Tickets)! With 7 days worth of mobile gaming, you don’t have to rely on Wi-Fi to be able to progress in your games, and with Smart’s…

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Carrier-Grade Smart Wi-Fi is Now Available in Key Areas Across the Country

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Smart empowers EDSA commuters and travelers with super speed WiFi

Close to a year after initial implementation, carrier-grade Smart Wi-Fi can now be found in major airports, transportation hubs, universities, hospitals, and entertainment hubs in the Philippines, allowing people to take their digital lifestyle to the next level. The Smart WiFi rollout is part of the Telco’s expansion program, which goes in conjunction with the ongoing LTE rollout, which aims to enhance LTE coverage and increase the capacity of Smart’s cell towers nationwide, paving the way for accommodating more calls, text, and data-traffic. With a backhaul capacity of up to 1Gbps, Smart Wi-Fi can support up to 3,000 concurrent users with robust connectivity. Smart Wi-Fi now powers the four terminals of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, along with 17 other airports across the country. Travellers can use Wi-Fi to check hotels, flight information, and social media. They can also watch videos and listen to music online while waiting to board…

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Exciting Prizes Await Subscribers as Smart Powers Manila Masters 2017!

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Exciting Prizes Await Subscribers as Smart Powers Manila Masters 2017!

Pinoy gamers are set to step up their gaming experience as Smart powers Manila Master 2017, the country’s biggest international Esports tournament by giving out awesome treats and prizes to its subscribers. The premier gaming event will be held from May 26 to 28, 2017 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. Eight of the best DOTA 2 teams from around the worlds will compete for the title of champion, and claim the USD 250,000 prize pool. Participating teams include EG, OG, Newbee, Team Secret, Invictus Gaming, Team NP, Faceless, and the Philippines’ representative, Clutchers. Win tickets and other exciting prizes The event will also gather the best shoutcasters from all over the world, and features side-activities such as meet-and-greet sessions with participating teams, a cosplay competition, and other exciting games. Smart subscribers can get a chance to win Manila Masters tickets by following the company’s Facebook page, and…

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JP Morgan: Smart LTE is the Fastest in PH

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JP Morgan: Smart LTE is the Fastest in PH

A JP Morgan study showed that Smart Communications has the fastest LTE service in the Philippines, with average download speeds constantly improving over time. In April 2017, based on a report from users of the OpenSignal app which lets them do their own speed tests, JP Morgan mentioned that Smart “leads in overall LTE download speeds and at regional levels.” Smart LTE registered an average LTE download speed of 10.91Mbps from December 2016 to February 2017. 11.76Mbps in Metro Manila, 8.56Mbps in Southern Luzon, and 10.42Mbps in the Visayas region in the same period. The telco has also improved its LTE speeds in all areas covered by the study, with figures being the highest in last 8 testing periods of OpenSignal. Smart also led in terms of average 3G download speeds at the country level (2.22 Mbps) and 3.25Mbps in Metro Manila, the highest in the last eight testing periods. “We…

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Smart Prepaid LTE SIM Now Comes with 6 Months of FREE Data and More!

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Smart Prepaid LTE SIM Now Comes with 6 Months of FREE Data and More!

Good news! All new Smart Prepaid SIMs are now LTE capable and comes with 6 months FREE data plus rewards. On top of that you’ll also have access to Smart’s data promos! With Smart’s Prepaid LTE SIM, you can do all of the things you love online! Play games, stream your favorite videos and music, and more! all for only PhP40.00! watch the video below. For more information, you may visit smart.com.ph/prepaid/sim or their official Twitter account (@livesmart) #RocketFastLTE

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Smart Beefs-Up LTE Deployment in the Philippines

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Smart Beefs-Up LTE Deployment in the Philippines

One month after firing up LTE-A as part of Smart Communcation’s latest internet services, the wireless leader finally announced the LTE deployment of the wide range of LTE connections in the Philippines. This move requires Smart to deploy new LTE cell sites across the country to cope up with the rising demand for better internet and internet penetration. During the press launch, Smart Technology Group Head, Rolando Pena, said that they will be deploying a total of 1,400 sites across the country which comprise of both FD-LTE (FDD-LTE, or Frequency Division Duplexing) and TD-LTE (TDD-LTE, or Time Division Duplexing). The additional TD-LTE sites will eventually power up and bring high-speed mobile broadband speeds to cities in Bulacan, Cavite, Cebu, Laguna, Pampanga, Rizal and Metro Manila. Pena also added that they continuing investment to expand the reach of efficient and fast network allows them to deliver the best internet experience to subscribers in both mobile and…

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LTE for Everybody

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Smart just announced the availability of Long Term Evolution (LTE) to a wider market. Smart (now) being the leader and pioneer in LTE launched the first and only prepaid LTE service here in the Philippines. Trying to reach out for the wider market, Smart LTE is comes in a very affordable price. For as low as Php350, anyone can enjoy highspeed internet thriuh their LTE capable devices. The Php350 LTE prepaid SIM is already pre-loaded with seven days unlimited internet.  They can enjoy high speed connection up to 42Mbps. Smart also offers different prepaid unlimited LTE package for as low as Php50. They can send the “Keyword” to 2200 to avail of the package (e.g. LTE 50 send to 2200). Prepaid package are available in Php50 (LTE 50) for 1 day, Php299 (LTE 299) for 7 days, Php995 (LTE 995) for 30 days. All are in unlimited high speed internet…

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