DITO Made "Bayanihan" Felt in Southern Luzon

Typhoon Kristine was quite devastating especially for those who are in Southern Luzon. DITO Telecommunity knows how hard it must have been so they didn't waste time giving a helping hand to our countrymen in that neck of the woods.

They have a program called Galing DITO CampX which fits the purpose, they partnered up with Batangas State University to hold a concert and used the proceeds for BSU's fundraising campaign. The concert entitled "PB is United, PB is ONE for Batangas" raised over Php 250,000 to help with daily essentials, food, temporary shelters and relief efforts for the communities they serve. Several DITO brand ambassadors and phenomenal PPOP group ALAMAT performed that evening specifically for the cause. They also built a multi faith chapel inside the campus to serve their students too.

DITO Chief Revenue Officer for Consumer Business Ms. Evelyn Jimenez emphasized how important it is to have the strength of the community be part of the efforts in rebuilding the province especially those who have been affected by the calamity. DITO stands by them and the Filipino people no matter how hard things may be for the folks there. At the DITO event, they also had students interact with their different booths, learn more about their products that's got new packages on prepaid, postpaid and home connections.

Over at Naga city, they made sure communication stands so they supported various LGU's by equipping them with needed phones and sim cards so folks from Dayangdang, Lerma and Triangulo can call for help, reach their families, and also have internet connection at the most pressing times.

In times of need, it's important for these things to become still accessible, so they could ease the hearts of worrying folks even if they are in the midst of danger there. If you want to know more about stories like these, go follow their social channels and check out their site dito.ph because everything's there!

MARIAN RIVERA and DINGDONG DANTES Joins DITO Telecommunity

MARIAN RIVERA and DINGDONG DANTES is now part of the DITO Telecommunity

Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes recently just got the record of the the highest grossing film in the country with REWIND during MMFF 2023. With tons of endorsements at their belt, they now have a huge telecommunications company believing in them to send a message as they now are part of the DITO Telecommunity.

This coincides with their recent win at the Asian Telecom Awards 2024 for two categories namely Digital Initiative of the Year and Mobile App of the Year. Aside from that, Ookla just awarded them as the #1 Mobile Network in the country. The award was accepted during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain by DITO CEO and President Eric Alberto and Chief Revenue Officer Evelyn Jimenez. Ookla CEO Stephen Bye was there to hand it over. 

It's so fun to see Marian and Dingdong join DITO at a very opportune time as they are also launching their Postpaid offers and Home plans for the benefit of Filipinos. Cheaper, more efficient connections will now be available through DITO. The Postpaid plans are also available in SIM only offers or with a handset, so if you are looking for a new phone, go get one from DITO now!

Gorgeous Ashley Ortega was also there! My YT Shorts record holder at 4.1 Million views.

DITO Telecommunity Executives at the event

Dingdong says "Marian and I are so excited today! We're very thankful to note that we are now part of the DITO Telecommunity. Thank you so much for the trust. We are grateful to be associated with brands that bring value for the Filipino people. We know how they prioritize customers, and always make connections more affordable. They empower communities. We are happy and proud to be part of this family!"

Marian adds "We are so blessed. I told Dad that in my heart, it's going to be him and DITO from hereon. It's so heartwarming to know how they prioritize Filipinos and act on what people need. They are very dependable. They know our rights to have internet connection, to be content and have DITO in our hearts #DITOsaPusoMo."

Now go enjoy their new commercial which will be coming out on TV, Print and Radio. Congratulations to #DongYan because your love is so infectious! Congratulations too on being part of the DITO community!

Why I'm Itching To Try CIGNAL This Year

 

 

 Honestly I have said that statement in the last couple of years especially when my cable connection gets a little sporadically unusable when it rains, or just plain randomly. Cignal has been consistently growing their user base year-on-year and this 2021, they're coming out with more promos and content. For starters, they've amped up programming in their home grown channels (if you read my other articles you would have known by now). 

Cignal just got crazy. If you are currently on another provider, they are urging you to get their best plan yet. Imagine, they can give you 3 FREE MONTHS of subscription, waived the activation fees (that's already 1,5K) if you subscribe now through Cignal's Plan 520 and up. Just show them your previous bill and they'll accommodate you, but this promo will only be until September 30, 2021 (which gives you ample time to decide eh?). Cignal also has monthly loading options so you don't have to worry too much about it once its installed. Their Ultimate HD Kit is now priced at Php 1,990 from its original price of Php 2,790. That's a lot!  If you've already got a satellite dish at home, you can get it for Php 1,490, then on top of those offers, Cignal will hook you up with a Buy 1 Take 1 Month Free load offer. See? Unbelievable no?

New Content

 

Blue's Clues and You, have fun spotting and putting paw prints all over the house as you learn pre school things and values on Channel 77 via Nick Jr.

NBA fans would have a grand time watching the games via Channel 262 NBA TV Philippines

If you want to see Chicago PD, Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, Tap Edge has them all

Your volleyball hero Gretchen Ho and Roby Alampay takes you to a rundown of the day's top stories via The Big Story. It's all on One News at Cignal Ch. 250 HD.

 They also have Cignal Play so you can watch everything anytime of the day. If you see yourself appreciating this show and about 119 other channels they have on Cignal, give them a call via 8888-5555 or their official site www.cignal.tv. You can also message them via www.facebook.com/cignaltv and their reps can point you in the right direction.

I'm thinking about it now. :)

SMART Signature Sim Only Plans with Netflix Now Available

Still making it easier for you is Smart. Now they have new SIM only Smart Signature plans which also comes with its own Netflix subscription, now that's amazing! In huge festivities a few days ago, they were as excited as I am in taking postpaid plans more affordable and feature packed so more Filipinos can get connected. 

You see, without the phone packages, customers can now get those valuable Smart numbers without worrying about the phone payment and settle with good phones you own now. I also enjoy the convenience of paying at a later date.  What's new you say? It comes with Netflix too, so those original shows which you can only see on the app is now within reach. If you're a fan of Crash Landing On You, Money Heist, Stranger Things, The Umbrella Academy, Extraction, Bridgerton, Kingdom, The Crown or just about any hit show/movie there is in the US, Philippines or elsewhere in the world, you can access it now through streaming because of this. I've seen a plan as low as Php 999 a month but there's definitely more of it on www.smart.com.ph/signature.

 With the Filipinos consuming a lot of data with streaming services, this is indeed welcome news. If it's already included in the plan, you can easily budget your data and never have to go out of your homes anymore just to buy a card or use apps for it. I've dreaded that part in the past, and now, consumers have more choices so it would fit their lifestyle. You can also use the GIGA Life app so you can monitor your usage and never see shocking bills for things you don't even use.  You can get it by booking online or face to face appointment. Now that's convenient!

Go get those Netflix plans, it'll be fun to binge watch more with Smart Signature!

Son Ye Jin Behind The Scenes Released By Smart

A couple of days ago we got word that Korean actress Son Ye Jin has joined the Smart Communications Family. This was something heavily favored to happen after the Captain himself Hyun Bin did a commercial for them via the Smart Ako campaign a couple months ago. The line was, "We wouldn't want him to be lonely!" according to Smart executives that afternoon and now, that has officially come true with her involvement with Smart Signature.

We're so happy to share the #SmartYejin behind-the-scenes video with everyone! Here's what you've all been waiting for, #Smartees! #SmartSignature https://t.co/lxVb5r9d76 pic.twitter.com/GwtdXy1W4r

— SMART (@LiveSmart) August 11, 2020

With these new Smart Signature plans, you may bring home a limited edition scented candle hand picked by Son Ye Jin herself plus a chance to win a whopping Php 100,000 shopping spree credits on PayMaya when you choose to subscribe via the postpaid Smart Signature Plans. They also have Smart Signature Device Plans and get different GB data plans, Unli AnyNet Texts, Unli On-Net Calls (Smart, Sun, TNT) and AnyNet calls designed with your preference in mind. This would be so good for Messenger conversations, Waze so you wouldn't get lost, or Google for what you need it for.

Now that she's part of the Smart Family, expect a lot of things happening in the next few months, as it is rumored she's raring to go to Manila for a couple of events. Those travel restrictions are going to have to take a break in order for that to happen soon!

And awww.. she said "Mahal Ko Kayo!" 

SON YE JIN Endorses Smart

Smart in a private press conference recently unveiled their biggest surprise yet, it SeRiously was hidden from everyone but because Smart Signature is also releasing new plans to fit your lifestyle, they got Son Ye Jin of popular Crash Landing On You Korean drama to be their official endorser. Their Simple Smart Ako campaign already was a hit with Hyun Bin, this is another great announcement, what will happen with new Smart Signature offers? They promise to #MakeTheirMark. 

Son Ye Jin is a goal player, cheerful and laid back in real life. Simple in the outside, powerful in the inside, Smart says their partnership is made in heaven. The new TVC and digital ad will be coming out soon, and yes, she has a few Filipino lines which fans would find so adorable!

Daring to go beyond the regular, they explained the new plans will simplify things, but will release details of it in the coming days. Priority, full worry free experience, an elevated lifestyle. They just rolled out 5G services a few days ago, you can find their data connection in blazing speeds now, they will also begin to roll out more 5G facilities in more areas nationwide! 

Netflix, HBO Go, IWant, NBA and more will still be partnering with them. We listened to them via zoom and they told us their experience working with Son Ye Jin.

Jane Basas of Smar lt says “Two months ago when we started the campaign with Hyun Bin, we heard one question and said we didn’t want Hyun Bin to be lonely, we had to make the fans happy. It was in June when we got in touch with them, signed up on the second week, finalized things during the third and final weeks after that. She wanted to see if she could do all in English, we did it digitally via zoom to make sure it fits the story line. She was very warm, welcoming of us and took time to have a call with us and said she wanted to do it here. She wants to visit her fans here and she was very happy, wants to also visit Manila soon. She loved the campaign, she was a bad ass chick and two days after the shoot, we couldn’t keep it a secret because some fans picked it up. She was grateful and thankful, she knew Smart because of Hyun Bin and she’s very picky in endorsement deals, she would have loved to meet her fans. She was here 10 years ago in Palawan and can’t wait to come back. Her contract is a year, including a visit to the Philippines with three events. Hopefully things get better so this all could happen soon!”

Son Ye Jin says “I wanted to go to the Philippines and shoot and a lot of my fans sent me messages of support in social media. I am so happy to hear that, but won’t be able to because of travel restrictions. I am a character in front of the camera, a real person when I’m not. For those who are just starting, don’t be afraid of hardships, it makes you become near your goal! Fighting! I am so happy to be the newest endorser for Smart. Simple, Smart Ako!”

The network will also come up with offers with 5G phones as they adapt to a newer and faster connection. Meanwhile, enjoy the new commercials coming out today on Smart’s channels and on broadcast tv. 

It’s good, I’ve seen it! 

Build Your Own Smart Postpaid Plans Starting at 399

How much data do you use when you're binging so much during that rainy afternoon on K Dramas, iFlix, Youtube and Fox+? How much data do you think I use streaming videos with the events, or UAAP matches that I cover each day? To give you a ballpark figure, it's a LOT! 

It's pretty evident that if I were not in the right plan, I wouldn't be able to cover your favorite stars, or play games and watch my favorite shows streamed. Smart wants to address this especially for those who are considering a bigger data allocation because the biggest network in the country is coming out with even better pospaid plans which you can build on your own. For starters, anyone can literally upgrade with a line only plan by just presenting their valid ID. 

Plan 399 also has 3GB of data, then Plan 599 has 5GB of data, Plan 799 has 8GB of data, Plan 999 at 10GB, Plan 1499 at 18GB (which I probably will get), Plan 1999 at 24GB of data, Plan 2499 at 30GB of data and Plan 2999 at 36GB of data, all of which have improved data allowances than what Smart previously offered. This wpuld definitely get you the needed stretch you need to binge watch and upload media no matter what social media channel that is. That's BIG data allowance for the usual charges, which means YOU save a lot in the end. These new SMART postpaid plans are also FLEXIBLE because you won't get locked up with a device in limited set of services. You can even have your monthly cash out be added to your postpaid bill. You have total control of your mobile lifestyle.

Isn't that the SMART choice?

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Smart Offers New iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus!

I've been eagerly waiting for this piece of hardware since it's announcement and good thing that the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus is finally arriving in Manila courtesy of our friends from Smart. Yes, the country's biggest network will offer this and you can register starting November 6 through their iPhone site http://www.smart.com.ph/iphone. I've seen it personally and it'll somehow change the way you see the iPhone. It has changed just about everything and also introduce the brand new tech 3D touch. It gives the user third dimension options and make you the user take advantage of that.

The Rose Gold iPhone6s and the Samsung Note 5 side by side

The one I saw was also in Rose Gold, ladies would drool over this unique color Apple offers as it's very trendy. Judging by the people who saw this on my Facebook timeline, they do find it very nice much like its predecessors but more so because of its attractive look. It's also very light as compared to the iPhone 5/5S models but still built tough with the iPhone6S' alloy 7000 series aluminum. It's also available in Space Gray, Silver and Gold. It also works much like a desktop computer as it has 64 bit architecture, 70% faster CPU, and 90% higher GPU that games would be totally smooth. The camera also can take 12MP shots easily, 4K rich videos and live photos of which you can take a couple of seconds recorded before that shot happens. The Touch ID also is faster, making it easier to purchase apps, unlock your phone without the need to press codes on the phone when you need it. Best of all, it's going to be better if you're connected to SMART's network so you've got content at your fingertips, whenever, wherever!

You can now register if you are interested in getting this newest iPhone model at http://www.smart.com.ph/iphone. If you need more information about the device, please check out the product page at http://www.apple.com/iphone. I'm putting this on my wishlist today!

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Smart and Jasmine Curtis Give Dreamy Gadgets to Subscribers!

The holidays are coming and I haven't even had coffee yet so when I went to Romulo Cafe in Quezon City I was only expecting brunch and the usual. I was just about to have a salad, a few servings of cola and cake but I wasn't expecting this to happen.

Suddenly, Jasmine Curtis came in and grabbed the microphone surprising everyone in the venue. She was gorgeous, simple but you can see how she wanted to tell us something about Smart's latest and grandest promo yet!

Smart the country's biggest network is now doing Share The Joy Gadget Giveaway Promo. I also saw the viral videos when Jasmine went to the University belt and just gave away a brand new phone to unsuspecting students, when they got the surprise of their lives, she went ahead and announced everybody else on that store and restaurant will have their own gadget too getting screams and jeering from unsuspecting people who was just there to eat a bowl of noodle or be with their friends!

This is Smart's new consumer empowering campaign and with Smart Prepaid, Smart Postpaid and Smart Bro you'll get the ultimate joy by getting premium gadgets for FREE! Smart's Executive VP for Consumer Business Ariel Fermin says "After rolling out the good apps and tons of mobile content and promos for their subscribers, they need to put in the means of doing so with these gadgets so you could live the Smart Life!". Jasmine Curtis will be the here to do the deed and says "I feel honored to be the face of this new promo and I can't wait to share these gadgets so people would have awesome moments with their loved ones, to inspire and empower people so they could live the Smart Life!" 

Now you too can join the promo. If you're a Smart Prepaid subscriber, just register to any Big Bytes or UCT offer so you can earn a letter. If you complete the word JOY, you instantly win FREE Big Bytes 10 and a chance to win a brand new Smart Phone! For Smart Bro subscribers, just register with any Big Bytes offer to earn a letter and if you complete JOY you could get a chance to win a brand new tablet of a Smart Bro Pocket Wifi! If you're on postpaid like me, recontracting or new subscribers would just need to play the SPELL JOY slot machine gamee so you can get new smartphones and Smart Bro Pocket Wifi too! Visit www.smart.com.ph/joy to know more about how how to #ShareTheJoy and live the Smart Life!

I just got surprised today! Was in a cafe and @jascurtissmith suddenly arrived and gave everyone gadgets! Mine happened to be a SONY Experia M2! It really feels like Christmas already! #ShareTheJoy Thanks @smartcares 🐮👍🏻

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