Check out the random speed tests conducted by NTC Remember the random speed tests that the National Telecommunications Commission is conducting to test the speeds of internet providers all over the PH? They just did another big one recently and guess what – their tests reveal that not a single ISP hit the 100% of the […]
After being one of the first internet providers to offer a 1Gbps internet connection back in 2015, PLDT is expanding its offerings with its upcoming Gigabit Fiber plans that can go as high as 10000Mbps or 10Gbps. This has been in the works since 2021, and 2024 appears to be the year that PLDT is ready […]
If you’ve been monitoring internet speeds in the Philippines, it has improved slowly every year based on several tests. Between mobile and fixed broadband, more Filipinos are going for fixed broadband as their internet provider, with the abundance of more competitive postpaid plans that offer good download speeds and added freebies like subscriptions to streaming […]
Converge maintains its spot as the best internet service provider (ISP) for Netflix users in 2023 based on the video streaming giant’s most recent ISP speed index report, where it tracked performance for the first half of 2023. According to the latest data from Netflix, Converge delivered the best speeds among local telcos with an […]
With all the reports on determining internet quality in the Philippines, the metric that’s often emphasized is download speeds. Because it is often cited in many reports, people have always associated faster download speeds with better internet experience–where in reality, other factors matter too like latency. We sat down with Opensignal APAC VP Rob Lerner […]
It’s just a matter of time before Starlink starts operating in the Philippines. Don’t get your hopes up yet as it will cost a fortune to access the service. SpaceX and Starlink representative Rebecca Hubert has already confirmed the prices in a press briefing with the Department of Information and Communications (DICT). The Starlink kit, consisting […]
The result of this month’s Speedtest Global Index is out. Internet users in the Philippines would be glad to know that internet speeds have slightly improved. According to Ookla’s recent report for the month of June, the mobile median download speed is at 21.41 Mbps while the upload is at 5.55 Mbps. This is an […]
PLDT announced a new set of home internet plans with Fiber Plus. The new plans start at Plan 2399, which offers speeds of 200Mbps. Plan 2999 gives you 400Mbps, while PLDT’s top-end 1Gbps plan is available upon request. Aside from offering fast download speeds, all PLDT Fiber Plus plans come with a 1-year subscription to […]
Converge is now Ookla verified as the most consistent fixed internet in serviceable regions in the second quarter of 2021. Based on the Ookla Speedtest results, Converge ICT Solutions has presented score thresholds that exceed or are equal to 25 Mbps downloads and 3 Mbps upload speeds. In the Netflix ISP Speed Index, Converge ICT […]
After reports that Converge is reportedly partnering with SpaceX for bringing Starlink’s satellite internet services to the Philippines, Converge released a statement regarding the matter in a Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) disclosure. In its statement, Converge acknowledged that they are looking for possible tech solutions to bring internet access to remote locations in the Philippines. “However, […]
As we enter the New Normal one thing is for certain — we will be spending more time in our homes. Work from Home or Flexi Work set-ups are becoming more popular which means our homes are also now our offices and schools. With that in mind we’ve curated a list of gadgets we’ve reviewed […]
Globe was pretty far behind Ookla, the people behind Speedtest.net, have officially crowned PLDT and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. as the fastest fixed and mobile networks for 2018. The company notes that PLDT’s wired networks managed to achieve a speed score of 18.57, with top download speeds of 52.28 Mbps and top upload […]