Technology

PLDT Introduces the Next Generation of Fiber, Starts Roll Out of Ultra-Fast Gigabit Fiber Plans

Saturday, February 03, 2024

     PLDT Home is again breaking new ground in Philippine broadband with the launch of its ultra-fast Gigabit Fiber Plans which will provide Filipinos with the fastest, most reliable internet available today. Prior to this, PLDT Home was also the first to introduce the then-unprecedented speeds of up to 1 Gbps, giving Filipinos a glimpse of the wonders of the Gigabit Era of the internet. With the new Gigabit Fiber Plans, Filipinos will now have access to internet speeds of up to an astounding 10 Gbps.

     “We are proud to usher the Filipino into the Gigabit Era,” said Jeremiah de la Cruz, Senior Vice-President and Head of Consumer Business Home. “Our commitment is to be at the forefront of digital innovations, blazing the trail to give our countrymen the technologies which will open doors to meaningful opportunities that will make their lives better. We exemplify that today by pioneering the next generation of Fiber which allows PLDT Home to deliver Gigabit-speeds straight to the Home.”

PLDT Introduces the Next Generation of Fiber, Starts Roll Out of Ultra-Fast Gigabit Fiber Plans
PLDT SVP and Head of Consumer Business Jeremiah de la Cruz reaffirms the company’s commitment
to making Filipinos’ lives better as the leading telco ushers the country into the Gigabit Era.

PLDT Home launches The Learning Hub

Thursday, December 21, 2023

     In line with its commitment to make digital services accessible for Filipinos and to help uplift lives across the country, PLDT Home, together with Zone V Camera Club and the Virlanie Foundation, launched The Learning Hub in Barangay Bagong Silangan, Quezon City. This initiative aims to empower Filipino students and their communities through reliable broadband internet connectivity, linking them with the rest of the world, and providing much-needed access to quality learning resources.

     The Learning Hub seeks to provide Filipino children with a free-to-use learning space, powered by fast internet connection from PLDT Home and learning tools such as computers with digital applications. This initiative was likewise designed to unlock livelihood opportunities to benefit low-income families, while also offering communities with a safe entertainment hub.

PLDT Home launches The Learning Hub

Catch these exclusive Holideals gifts from PLDT Home this Christmas

Sunday, December 17, 2023

     PLDT Home is playing Santa this Christmas with overflowing gifts for families. The PLDT Home Holideals promo is back with a trove of rewards including exclusive deals, treats, and chances to win smart entertainment and appliance packages.

     If you haven’t completed shopping for your Christmas gifts yet, PLDT Home’s Holideals got you! PLDT Home enables you to get the most value out of your gift purchases by giving you more rewarding experiences that you can share with the whole family at home this holiday season.

Catch these exclusive Holideals gifts from PLDT Home this Christmas

Lucky OFW wins life changing P5 million in PLDT Home Rewards Grand Giveaway Promo

Sunday, September 24, 2023

     There are about 490,000 Filipino seafarers working on ships around the world, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of passengers on cruise ships, and helping make sure that cargo arrives safely to their destinations. One seafarer who has been away from his family for most of the past 12 years—missing Christmases, New Year celebrations, his son’s first steps and birthdays—says he can now be with them full time, thanks to the PLDT Home Rewards Grand Giveaway Promo’s P5 million prize! From the simple desire to earn rewards and discounts from their PLDT Home subscription via the PLDT Home Rewards program, the 36-year-old OFW won the ultimate cash prize in the second year of PLDT Home Reward’s Grand Giveaway promo.

     The Grand Giveaway Promo simply requires PLDT Home subscribers to join the PLDT Home Rewards program for free. In addition to the various perks and discounts available from partner merchants, all PLDT Home Home Rewards members are automatically signed up and eligible to win the many raffle prizes of the Grand Giveaway Promo that are up for grabs. They plan to use part of the prize to pay for their house. “Aside from that we will set aside some of the prize money as savings because we have a four-year-old son, so it’s going toward his schooling. We also plan to use the prize as seed money to start a business,” they said as they collected the check from the PLDT head office in Makati.

Lucky OFW wins life changing P5 million in PLDT Home Rewards Grand Giveaway Promo   

Miss Universe PH 2023 Michelle Marquez Dee joins PLDT Home at Kadayawan 2023

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

     Festivals are at the heart of Filipino culture, celebrating the country’s rich heritage with vibrant and lively events each year. This is also the best time for communities, families, and friends to gather together and celebrate.

     One of the country’s biggest festivals is Davao’s Kadayawan Festival. Held every August, it’s a thanksgiving event that celebrates bountiful harvests, nature, and the city’s history and heritage.

Miss Universe PH 2023 Michelle Marquez Dee joins PLDT Home at Kadayawan 2023
It was Unli Fun in Kadayawan with Miss Universe Philippines 2023 and PLDT Home Ambassador Michelle Marquez-Dee

6G Network Update; Blockchain Impacts Gaming Scene

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

     In 2018, the Ministry of Science and Technology started the 6G research which has propelled China to the forefront of tech advancement. Due to the benefits of this mobile tech, the Ministry of Industry and Information Tech who established the IMT-2030 (6G) Promotion Group has started to coordinate with the research in recent years.

     They aim to encourage research and development firms and operators to join the process to fix the worldwide standards for 6G. This movement emphasised global transmission network coverage across land, sea, and air over 5G.

6G Network Update; Blockchain Impacts Gaming Scene

Feature: ML Wallet App

Thursday, August 10, 2023

     The advancement of technology has made our life easier and more convenient. I had my first mobile phone when I was in second-year high school and if my memory serves me right, I use it to call or send messages to my family and friends. As the year passes by, mobile phones became the tool to access the internet, send email, take beautiful photos, or a handy device for navigating and so on. Fast forward to today, they're now mobile wallets too. 

     According to clearviewfcu.org, a mobile wallet is a digital way to store credit, debit, ID, and gift cards so that purchases can be made using a mobile smart device rather than a physical card. It has advantages and disadvantages for the users but after the pandemic hit, the pros outweigh the cons. Mobile wallets became a necessity, a tool that became part of our daily life. I recently discovered a M Lhuillier's official mobile application called ML Wallet that allows users to send and receive money, buy eLoad, pay bills, shop online, and more using a smartphone. It is interesting to know that ML Wallet App offers a wide array of services making it more convenient to the users. Scroll down to know more about the exciting features of this mobile application.


Feature: ML Wallet App

Must Watch Cignal TV Show from Thrilling Sports Action to Drama

Saturday, July 22, 2023

     A relaxing weekend at home calls for a perfect bonding time with the family. You can stay-in and huddle in front of the TV while watching your favorite shows and feasting over your comfort homecooked meals.

     Fortunately, you have everything at home to make this possible with the new PLDT Home Fiber Unli All Plan, which comes with unli internet, landline with unli mobile calls, and unli entertainment from Cignal TV.

From the world’s biggest sports events to the hottest movies and shows, here are the best shows to watch on Cignal TV:

Must Watch Cignal TV Show from Thrilling Sports Action to Drama

Free 30 Days of Unlimited Internet with Smart Bro Home WiFi

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

    Need a fast connection at home, but must stay within your budget? Smart Bro Home WiFi got you covered! Enjoy affordable, reliable, and fast sulit-speed pampamilya internet when you purchase a Smart Bro Home WiFi device powered by Smart’s fastest LTE network. 

The device is available for only P995 and it comes with 30 days of free unlimited data when you successfully activate the modem. The promo is available now up to September 30, 2023 only! With the free 30-day unlimited data, family members can enjoy their online activities without worrying about their internet connection.

Free 30 Days of Unlimited Internet with Smart Bro Home WiFi

From Work to Entertainment, PLDT Home Lets You Have it All at Home

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

     What better way to enjoy everything at home with a broadband plan that gives you an all-in-one unlimited access to the internet, Pay TV, and mobile services.

     The new PLDT Home Fiber Unli All plan offers the best value for money with a bundled package that comes with unlimited fiber internet, unlimited entertainment content from Cignal TV, and unlimited calls to PLDT, Smart and TNT. Here’s a quick breakdown of the new Fiber Unli All plans available and their internet speeds:

From Work to Entertainment, PLDT Home Lets You Have it All at Home

Coping Up with Co-Parenting? We Got You!

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

     Raising a child is no easy feat. What more can be challenging for couples when their relationship issues get in the way of parenting?

      Whether in a solo or co-parenting situation, moms would naturally take the huge responsibility in ensuring their child’s welfare. They are innately independent, strong and reliable. But when it comes to raising a child, the strongest moms know that they need a reliable support system to make things work. PLDT Home delves into the reality of co-parenting in a new video released in celebration of Mother’s Day.

Coping Up with Co-Parenting? We Got You!

PLDT Undisputed as Fastest Internet Service Provider for Five Straight Years

Saturday, May 06, 2023

     PLDT Inc. (PLDT) has achieved a five-peat win at the Ookla® Speedtest Awards™ 2022 -- a first for PLDT, and for the Philippines.

     Global benchmarking company Ookla® announced that PLDT, the country’s largest digital services provider, achieved a top speed score of 86.52 in 2022, affirming the telco’s dominance and consistent performance in delivering the country’s fastest Internet speeds for the fifth consecutive year.

PLDT Undisputed as Fastest Internet Service Provider for Five Straight Years
PLDT President and CEO Alfredo S. Panlilio leads a toast to their Fastest Internet 5 Years In A Row award with (L-R): PLDT Senior Vice President - Head of Consumer Sales Group Alex O. Caeg, First Vice President - Head of Enterprise and International Business Groups Albert Mitchell L. Locsin, Ookla CTO Luke Deryckx, PLDT Senior Vice President - Head of Home Business Group Jeremiah M. de la Cruz, PLDT and Smart Network Head Roderick Santiago, and Ookla Senior Vice President and Global Head of Sales and Enterprise Services Kuljeet Randhawa.

PLDT Home Powers Anilag Festival in Laguna

Thursday, March 16, 2023

     The country’s fastest broadband, PLDT Home, powers the much-awaited “Anilag” or “Ani ng Laguna” Festival happening on March 11 to 18, 2023, as it returns after three (3) years of pandemic pause. Lagunenses will be able to experience festivities all week long to celebrate the province’s history, agricultural bounty, cultural heritage, and tourism.

     “This year’s Anilag Festival will be a historic celebration for Lagunenses as we showcase new and exciting activities for locals, tourists, and partners. The jam-packed festivities are made possible thanks to the support of our local government units and brand partners such as PLDT Home, which has always been a staunch supporter of our ‘Love Laguna’ tourism initiatives in the province,” says Governor Ramil L. Hernandez.

PLDT Home Powers Anilag Festival in Laguna

New PLDT Home Fiber Plans 2x More Speeds, Same Price

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

     What would you do if you have more speed to power your digital lifestyle? What if you could have the opportunity to experience up to twice the speed you’re getting now? That can be a reality now as PLDT Home rolls out the biggest speed upgrade with the newest Fiber Plans this February.

New PLDT Home Fiber Plans 2x More Speeds, Same Price

Enhancing Your Gaming Experience Is Easier Than You Think. Here Are Steps To Take

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

     Whether you're a seasoned gamer looking for ways to step your game up, or a newbie seeking to improve your skills, there are easy things you can do to enhance your gaming experience. This article lists some steps to help you experience an ultimate gaming session. With a little effort, you'll be on your way to becoming a pro in no time.

Enhancing Your Gaming Experience Is Easier Than You Think. Here Are Steps To Take
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Product Review: WIKO T10- We Cool with WIKO

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

     Looking for a new phone with a large battery capacity, that can capture decent and nice photos with big storage for a very affordable price? I gotchu!!! This European brand of smartphones got you covered. When I first heard of the brand, I was a bit skeptical because of the price. I've owned a couple of budget smartphones way back in the same price range but the features of WIKO T10 is at par when it comes to battery, camera, and design.

     WIKO is a consumer electronics company based in France. Dedicated to creating smartphones and ecological scenario-driven products for the young generation and internet users, WIKO values innovative technology, aesthetic design, and superb user experiences. So if you are planning to buy a smartphone for gifting this holiday season or you simply want to have an extra phone, WIKO T10 is for you. The price is also perfect for gifting your techie friends and loved ones. Sharing my thoughts after road-testing this unit and discover why it's dubbed as the French Iconic Entertainment Phone for the Gen Z after the jump.

Product Review: WIKO T10- We Cool with WIKO

Enjoy Christmas Better with PLDT Home’s Biggest Holideals

Monday, December 05, 2022

     Get ready for a merrier and better Christmas season as PLDT Home brings back Holideals! Starting November, PLDT Home subscribers can enjoy exclusive deals on Fiber plans, chance to win smart home devices, and raffle prizes of up to P5 Million in cash.

Enjoy Christmas Better with PLDT Home’s Biggest Holideals

Product Review: OPPO A16- The Smart Choice

Monday, November 21, 2022

     It has been ages since I last reviewed a smartphone and in time for the holiday season (checks gift list), I can say that this phone from OPPO's A series line fits the bill if you are planning to buy a gift for your techie friends or loved ones. Aside from the phone's specs and features, OPPO is a brand that I highly recommend and trust. I reviewed two OPPO smartphone models years ago that truly deliver in terms of quality and price.

     So today, let me share my thoughts on one of OPPO's A series smartphones- OPPO A16. This model from the A series is an entry-level smartphone under P10,000 and after testing it for more than two weeks, I can say that it packs a punch on features that's why it's the smart choice for everyone. 

Product Review: OPPO A16- The Smart Choice 

Get the Shopping Spree of Your Dreams!

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

     The year may be almost over but there’s still plenty of time for those fresh starts and simple upgrades. From small pieces that spark joy to major furnishings that you’ve longed to have, it’s easy to find inspiration online to refresh your home, your wardrobe, and even your lifestyle, especially if you have a fast and reliable broadband connection from PLDT Home. It’s even easier to achieve these goals with the return of the PLDT Home Rewards Grand Giveaway promo.

     This October, PLDT Home Rewards is giving away five (5) P100,000 SM Gift Cards to lucky members. All you have to do is register your PLDT Home account to the PLDT Home Rewards program and make the most out of your dream shopping list with these five tips.

Get the Shopping Spree of Your Dreams!

PLDTHome MyOwnWiFi

Monday, October 10, 2022

     Need your own WiFi so you won’t have to share your internet connection with the rest of your family at home? MyOwnWiFi, PLDT Home’s newest offer, solves just that. This first-of-its-kind add-on service allows existing Fiber customers to have a secondary internet connection with the same speeds as their Fiber base plan.

     MyOwnWiFi allows solo heavy bandwidth users to get the maximum speed of their modem without worrying about hogging the connection for the rest of the family members at home. What’s more, MyOwnWiFi gives you the same speeds at half the price of your base plan.

PLDTHome MyOwnWiFi

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