The Philippines is always behind when it comes to the latest mobile network technology. After years of waiting, Globe Telecom has officially announced that they have launched the first 4G mobile network in the Philippines.
4G is the successor to 3G and 2G that allowed users to use their smartphones for video calling and browsing the web with decent speed. However, 2G and 3G connectivity has it’s limitation. They are not very reliable when it comes to streaming videos or uploading large amount on data on the web.
With 4G (Fourth-generation wireless), you can now watch streaming videos, upload tons of files online, and it will also allow you to video call people without compromising on the audio and video quality.
A 4G mobile network also provides a comprehensive and secure all-IP based mobile broadband solution to mobile devices such as laptops, smartphones, and tablets.
The 4G mobile network technology has been commercially available in 2009 and offers 28 Mbit/s downstream and 22 Mbit/s upstream without MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output) in countries such as the United States, Canada, Singapore, and China.
Globe Telecom’s Press Release
In a Philippine first, Globe announces a major expansion of its current 4G footprint by becoming the first carrier in the Philippines to launch the commercial roll out of 4G mobile technology. This rollout, the first phase of which utilizes the global standard HSPA+ or Evolved High-Speed Packet Access, will complement Globe Telecom’s existing 4G WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) network. The rollout of Globe 4G mobile network will provide its subscribers high speed broadband access with the added convenience of full mobility.
To date, Globe 4G mobile technology has been deployed covering sites across Metro Manila, which includes Marikina, Quezon City, Makati, Pasay, Las Pinas, Taguig and the City of Manila. By end-2011, Globe expects to increase its 4G presence dramatically with continued expansion planned into 2012.
Ernest Cu, President and CEO of Globe Telecom said, “Globe is again pioneering innovation in the Philippines. With the uptake in broadband both on mobile and through other devices, customers want faster broadband in more places. Globe is continuously looking for ways to improve our network infrastructure to meet the demand for quality services. In 2009, we were the first carrier to launch 4G through our WiMax network. Today, we extend our leadership by taking 4G mobile. With our high speed broadband rollout, Globe will continue to lead in customer experience by giving our subscribers better, faster, and more reliable broadband connections on their phone, laptop, PC or tablet.”
Globe will be complementing this launch shortly through the announcement of a suite of new multimedia services, 4G devices and offers for customers to enjoy.
Globe is already the first and largest 4G network in the country. Since April 2009, Globe has aggressively pursued plans to establish its 4G footprint in the country with industry leading availability of WiMAX. As the country’s 4G pioneer, with one of the largest WiMAX deployments in Southeast Asia, Globe has already made 4G available in over 1,500 sites in nearly 60 provinces across the Philippines, covering 365 cities, including Manila, Caloocan, Cainta, Antipolo, Taytay, Plaridel, Cabanatuan, Dasmarinas, Bacoor, Imus, Tanza, Calamba, Batangas City, Cebu City, Cagayan De Oro, and Zamboanga.
About 4G and HSPA+
HSPA+, or Evolved High-Speed Packet Access, is a 4G wireless, mobile, high speed broadband technology that allows for peak theoretical download speeds of up to 21 Mbps with upgradeability for 84Mbps. With HSPA+ technology, subscribers will experience high peak rates, lower latency, improved “always-on experience”, better multimedia upload, high-speed web browsing, and faster streaming and downloads. Under Globe HSPA+ network, subscribers are expected to enjoy browsing at an average speed of 4-6 Mbps with even faster peak speeds. HSPA+ is the chosen mobile 4G standard for other carriers globally including AT&T and T-mobile in the US.
Other technologies in the 4G category include Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX) and Long Term Evolution (LTE) as rated by the International Telecommunication Union. The ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technology issues and establishes worldwide standards for seamless global interconnection.
In November 2010, Globe also completed field trials of another 4G standard, 3GPP Long Term Evolution (commonly known as LTE) wireless technology together with the SingTel Group and NEC Corporation. The field trial verified a variety of LTE functions such as quality of service; latency and hand-over within urban areas were tested as these are required for commercial use of the technology.
Now, the question that we have to ask ourselves before celebrating is, how much money do we have to shell out to enjoy this new mobile connectivity? Let’s not kid ourselves! This is Globe Telecom we are talking about. I’m betting that the rate of this thing is going to be pretty steep!
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GLobe is philippine version of AT & T
ReplyDeleteGlobe has a big mouth! No matter how much noise it makes about 4G, it still doesn't hide the fact that as a company, it is driven by greed and disservice to its customers. It is famous for lousy customer service besides the missing load/credits.
ReplyDeleteIt is quick to announce its roll out of 4G technology "IN THE PHILIPPINES" when in fact it is just in a few cities. So few that I could count them with my one hand while using the other to jack off. I want to cum on Globe's face.
Assuming too that their 4G becomes available, the next question is, HOW MUCH? If Globe charges you with 999 petot for a crappy "BROADBAND" speed of 1MBps (which in reality is only 10KBps), how much more would it be for 4G? And by the way, their so called unlimited connection is just another advertising lies. They cap their data once the user exceeds a certain amount, and worst of all, Globe doesn't disclose how much their real bandwidth is. So guys, don't be another victim of Globe's lies.
Now talking about bandwidth, while Globe charges its customer with 999 petot for a lousy 10kbps, the same amount of money will get you 3-5MBps if you live in other countries. If you notice, their advertise always mention and highlights broadband speed of 4x than dial-up. Indeed Globe thinks that people are ignorant as if they don't know what a dial-up speed is. Globe just like to use the term 4x (four times) to highlight the speed. Speed of what? Of a modem? Ha ha ha ha
Globe, you can suck my fucking cock!!!
True, Globe's service sucks to high heavens. Corporate greed is second nature to this company. Its the only service provider who does not allow a trial period unlike Sun, etc. Note that they ask their customers first to sign right away on the dotted line before anything else. The trusting customer would later find out that the service is dismal if there is service like for us here in Fairview. Why is the National Telecoms Co. who are supposed to protect taxpayers from such companies allow them to gyp their customers? Your gues is as good as mine....
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