In partnership with PLDT The city of Manila has launched a Facebook-based survey of its residents to help the government assess the risks posed by the COVID-19 outbreak and help identify areas of concern. The Manila CODE COVID-19 (Contain and Delay) Health survey and Community Education Campaign is a free service given to the public […]
Practically every Filipino is excited for the new Darna Google is wrapping up 2019 with its annual list of trending topics in the Philippines, and while the overall top trending topic for 2019 is a surprise (do you even still use Omegle?), the trending local topics are quite on point. Case in point: for female […]
A good way to curb stolen phones? As part of Manila mayor Isko Moreno’s efforts to combat theft in Manila, the mayor announced that it is banning the sale of secondhand phones—regardless if they are sold as a complete set or just the phone and charger only—in Manila. This is a follow-up to Moreno’s previous […]
PWDs and solo parents will also benefit from the program as well As part of Manila mayor Isko Moreno’s effort in improving the lives of Manila residents, the local government of Manila signed a partnership with PayMaya. Under the signed agreement, the City of Manila will be using PayMaya’s services for distributing the pension and […]
The kiosk can accommodate up to 100 users As part of its efforts in modernizing Manila and providing internet access for everyone, Mayor Isko Moreno debuts the first ISKOnek WiFi Kiosk at Andres Bonifacio Monument. Powered by Eastern Communications, the WiFi kiosk can cater to up to 100 users, giving them free internet access—up to […]
Better WiFi access to both tourists and residents of Baguio City As part of Baguio City’s ongoing rehabilitation efforts, PLDT and Smart recently signed an agreement with Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong to roll-out fiber-powered, carrier-grade Smart WiFi to cover more sites across Baguio City. This will cover key locations such as Mines View Park, […]
The whole facility can withstand an intensity 8 earthquake Worried about your business going into shambles should the Big One strike the Philippines? ePLDT wants to make sure you can continue some of your operations with the launch of its VITRO Disaster Recovery (DR) facility in the Philippines. Spanning almost 7000 square meters, the Clark […]
Subscribers get as much as twice their current speed After we received reports of subscribers getting speed boosts to their accounts last September, PLDT officially rolls out its speed boost to all Home Fibr Subscribers. The speed boost are as follows: Plan 6299 – 300Mbps from 250Mbps Plan 4299 – 150Mbps from 120Mbps Plan 2899 […]