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Smart Communications is now offering the Cherry Mobile Superion for just Php9,995, that's Php10,000 off from its original price of Php19,995. The tablet is now available online via Smart Online Store.

The Cherry Mobile Superion was launched last year and it's the first tablet outed locally that can make calls and send SMS. If you want to buy your very own Cherry Mobile Superion just visit Smart Online Store.

Cherry Mobile Superion Specifications:
Android OS 2.2 (Froyo)
Qualcomm 600 MHz processor
7” WVGA capacitive touchscreen
512MB internal (up to 32GB via microSD)
3G, HSDPA 7.2 Mbps
WiFi 802.11 b/g
Ambient Light sensor
G-Sensor
3MP autofocus camera
Front Facing VGA camera
GPS/AGPS
Bluetooth 2.0
Php9,995

Source: Smart Communications

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Globe Telecom just announced its partnership with the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) for giving free WiFi access to Metro Manila’s air passenger terminals, namely the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), NAIA Terminals 2 and 3, as well as the Manila Domestic Airport. According to Globe, the free WiFi will benefit millions of domestic and international air passengers, as it will enable them to work online, check emails or travel itineraries, and surf the net while waiting for their flights.

“Globe recognizes the increasing need for people to stay connected and in touch, whether it’s via a mobile phone or the internet. As we modernize our network and deliver faster broadband service, we are giving back to the Filipino people by powering the gateway to the Philippines with free WiFi service,” said Gil Genio, Head of the International & Business Markets of Globe Telecom.

“As we continue to make improvements on the NAIA terminals, we are happy to have the support of partners like Globe Telecom to help us transform our airport into one of the best in the world. It is through private-public partnerships, such as that of the MIAA and Globe were we can make greater strides in improving public service,” said MIAA General Manager Jose Angel Honrado.

The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is one of the busiest airports in the world, with over 27-million passengers served in 2010. Moreover, an additional 18-million passengers flew domestic routes. The government has earmarked P1.16-Billion to upgrade the NAIA, which includes an array of structural works and more basic amenities in the 30-year old airport.

Source: Globe Telecom

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Globe Telecom is offering free Facebook access to our phone, just by calling Globe's new *143# keyword for free. No more waiting to get to the nearest internet cafe or for an available Wi-Fi signal to post, like, comment and share on Facebook. Plus by sharing Globe *143#’s FREE FACEBOOK ACCESS to your friends through Facebook, Globe is giving away prepaid loads, Nokia X3-02, Samsung Galaxy Ace and the grand prize, a Samsung Galaxy S II.

Update: (02/15/12) All of the prizes are now given away except for the Samsung Galaxy S II, which Globe is going to announce the winner tomorrow.

Here how to join:
1. Share this post - http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150569514894748&set=a.106835214747.95522.30433734747&type=1&ref=nf on your wall and encourage your friends to share the link as well using the post’s share button.
2. Comment on this post for you to be part of the raffle.
3. For more detail just visit Globe Telecom Facebook page, Globe's share promo will run until February 22, 2012 only.

Here are the prizes Globe is giving away:
143 shares – 5 winners of 200 pesos load
500 shares – 4 winners of 1000 pesos load
1000 shares – 2 winners of Nokia X3-02
1430 shares – 1 winner of Samsung Galaxy Ace
2000 shares – 1 winner of Samsung Galaxy S2

To know how you can start using FB for FREE, just dial *143# on your mobile phone or you may visit here for more details on how to register via Globe's new *143# menu.

Note:
- Globe free Facebook promo is available from February 15 to March 14, 2012.
- Subscriber must have Php1.00 maintaining balance in order to register to FREE FB.
- Subscriber can start browsing m.facebook.com once SMS confirmation has been received.
- Accessing external links or sites, e.g. YouTube will be charged regular browsing rates of P5 for 15 minutes.
- Upon subscription expiration, default charging of P5 for 15 minute session will commence.
- FREE FB offer is applicable for local (Philippine) use only. International roaming rates will apply once subscriber leaves the country.

Source:  Globe Telecom (Facebook), Globe Telecom

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Globe Telecom has just introduced the *143# keyword for all of its subscribers. By simply dialing *143# on your phone, you will then get a prompt on the screen and you can choose which service or promo you need. The new keyword is free and is accessible anywhere even outside the country.

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR PROMO ON THE *143# MENU:

1. Dial *143# on your phone then press CALL.
2. Wait for the menu to appear on your screen.
3. Once the menu appears, select your transaction and press “Reply/Response/Answer/(etc., depending on your phone model).”
4. Enter the number of your chosen transaction. To register to Choose Your Promo, press “Reply/Response/Answer/(etc., depending on your phone model)” then enter “1” for “NEW: Choose your promo.” Press “OK.”
5. Select your Choose Your Promo offer by pressing “Reply/Response/Answer/(etc., depending on your phone model)” then entering “1” for IMMORTAL TRIO, “2” for UNLI ALL TRIO, “3” for ALL NET COMBO, or “4” to select your promo based on your budget. Press “OK”.
6. Choose your validity by entering “1” for 30 days, “2” for 7 days, “3” for 3 days, and “4” for 1 day. Press “OK”.
7. Verify your choice by entering “1” to register to your chosen promo. Press “OK”.
8. Wait for the confirmation message notifying you of your successful registration.

Invalid entries (i.e., entering a number not in the choices, entering a letter or symbol instead of a number, etc.) will take you back to your previous menu.

GLOBE PREPAID PROMOS:
1. Globe IMMORTAL promos
    IMMORTAL TXT
    • 25 texts to Globe/TM + 5 texts to other networks for only P15     
    IMMORTAL TRIO
    • 50 texts to Globe/TM + 5 texts to other networks + 5 minutes of calls to Globe/TM for only
      P25

Note: Only 100 immortal texts or 10 immortal call minutes can be accumulated at any one time. Registrations to Immortal Txt or Immortal Trio that will result to exceeding either limit will not be accommodated. P5 maintaining balance is required to use allocations from Immortal Trio or Immortal Txt.

2. UNLI ALL TRIO
   • Unlimited calls and texts to Globe/TM + unlimited mobile browsing
   • Validity:
         o 1 day for P60
         o 3 days for P150
         o 7 days for P350
         o 30 days for P1,400

3. ALL NET COMBO
   • Unlimited texts + 5 minutes of calls to all networks + 50MB of consumable mobile browsing
   • Validity:
         o 1 day for P30
         o 3 days for P80
         o 7 days for P150
         o 30 days for P600

4. UNLI TINGI
   • Unlimited texts to all networks + unlimited calls to Globe/TM + unlimited mobile browsing
   • 1 hour validity for only P5
   • Registration to Unli Tingi is available from 7am-9am only

Users can choose their preferred validity for these promos.

According to Globe, these offers are available from February 15 to May 16, 2012.

Source: Globe Telecom

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Globe Telecom just announced that the IMMORTAL TXT promo, one of Globe's most popular and most sought-after promo without the usual expiry period, is now back. All you have to do is dial *143# (free of charge) on your Globe Prepaid mobile and choose the promo you want.

Globe IMMORTAL promos comes in two options:
1. IMMORTAL TXT
   25 texts to Globe/TM + 5 texts to other networks for only Php15

2. IMMORTAL TRIO
   50 texts to Globe/TM + 5 texts to other networks + 5 minutes of calls to Globe/TM for only    Php25

Note:
- Only 100 immortal texts or 10 immortal call minutes can be accumulated at any one time. Registrations to Immortal TXT or Immortal Trio that will result to exceeding either limit will not be accommodated.
- Php5 maintaining balance is required to use allocations from Immortal Trio or Immortal TXT.
- According to Globe, these offers are available from February 15 to May 16, 2012.

Source: Globe Telecom

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Smart just announced that the Rocket WiFi Plus, Smart fastest mobile prepaid broadband with speed of 20mbps and you can also connect up to 5 gadgets at the same time on-the-go, is now available through Smart Online Store for Php6,495.

If you want to buy your very own Smart Bro Rocket WiFi Plus just go to http://store.smart.com.ph or visit www.smart.com.ph/bro for more information.

Source: Smart Communications (Facebook)

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Smart just introduced another version of the Smart Bro Rocket plug-it, the first prepaid 4G plug-it in the country with speeds of up to 12mbps. The Smart Bro Rocket Chic comes with a limited edition metallic pink finish and made specifically for women.

The Rocket Chic is now priced at Php2,345, down from its original price of Php3,995. If you want to buy your very own Smart Bro Rocket Chic just go to http://store.smart.com.ph or visit www.smart.com.ph/bro for more information.

Source: Smart Communications (Facebook)

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Smart just announced that the Netphone 701, the first Netphone-branded smartphone released by Smart, is now priced at Php4,999, down from its original price of Php9,990.

Smart Netphone 701 Specifications:
OS: Android 2.2 Froyo
Processor: ARM11 600MHZ
Flash: 512MB
Internal Memory: 150 MB
Display: 3.5-inch WVGA (800x480) TFT display
Battery: 1250mAh
Camera: 3 megapixel, auto-focus
Bands:GSM 900/1800/1900 MHz, UMTS 900/2100 MHz
Dimensions: 114mmx56mmx12.2mm
Weight: 120g
Connection: WiFi, GPS, FM radio

Source: Smart via YugaTech

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Smart just introduced a new promo called Manic Mondays for Smart prepaid and postpaid subscribers starting January 23, by giving away 25MB of mobile internet for free. That’s enough to send a thousand more tweets, FB posts and emails.

To register just text FREE 25MB to 2200 every Monday to get this freebie.

Source: Smart

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Globe Business is giving us a chance to win a Nokia 5250 or Nokia C202 by simply answering Globe's "What Kind Of Dragon Are You?" quiz. The quiz is all about finding out your dragon in you through your management skills in handling possible, fortunate and unfortunate events this year.

Take the quiz here and find out what kind of dragon are you - earth, water, wood, metal or fire?

Source: Globe Telecom (Facebook)

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Smart recently unveiled its Chinese New Year Promo called Free 15-Minute Mania, Smart Bro Prepaid subscriber who will successfully register to the promo will be given 15-minute free internet per day from January 10, 2012 to January 23, 2012.

To register, just text BRO15 to 2200. You will receive your free 15 minutes for internet surfing the following day and should maintain a Php1.00 load on your account to avail the free 15-minute of free internet.

Source: Smart

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Globe recently unveiled a new promo called BlackBerry Chat for Globe Postpaid and Prepaid subscriber to enjoy unlimited BlackBerry Messenger plus free SMS to Globe and TM numbers.

For Postpaid subscribers:
Register to BlackBerry Chat for only Php99 for 30 days and get 200 SMS free. To register just text BB CHAT ON to 8888.

For Prepaid subscribers:
Register to BlackBerry Chat for only Php15 per day and get 100 SMS free. To register just text BBCHAT15 to 8888.

Note:
Mobile Browsing is not allowed while subscribed to BlackBerry Chat except if you use WiFi. Promo runs from January 15, 2012 to March 31, 2012.

Source: Globe

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Smart just confirmed that the Samsung Galaxy Nexus will be officially launched on January 28, 2012 and reservation of the device online will start on January 21st until the 27th. The Samsung Galaxy Nexus will be Free at Smart Unlimited Data Plan 2000. In this package you get unlimited data, 200 text messages, and 150 minutes of calls.

Update: Smart is now accepting pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus.

Smart postpaid plans for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus

Source: Smart (Facebook), Unbox

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According to the Facebook page of Smart Communications, the Samsung Galaxy Nexus the first smartphone to run on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, will be exclusively launched by Smart this month. There are no details yet on plans and pricing, but we will be updating you as soon as we get the official announcement from Smart.

Update: Smart confirmed that the Samsung Galaxy Nexus will be officially launched on January 28, 2012 and will be free on Smart Unlimited Data Plan 2000.

Samsung Galaxy Nexus Specifications:

• 4.65-inch (1280×720) HD Super AMOLED display
• Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
• dual-core 1.2GHz TI OMAP 4460 processor
• PowerVR SGX540
• 1GB RAM
• 16GB, 32GB internal storage
• HSPA+ 21Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps
• WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
• Bluetooth 3.0
• NFC
• 5 megapixel rear camera with autoficus and LED flash
• 1.3MP front-facing camera
• 1080p video recording at 30fps
• 1750mAh Li-Ion battery

Source: Smart Communications (Facebook)

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Smart has just introduced the first ever tri-network call and text offer called TRIO 20 which involve all three networks - Smart, Sun and Talk ‘N Text. The TRIO 20 is a call and text offer that lets subscribers send 200 text messages and make 15 minutes of calls to any of the three networks for only Php20 in a single day.

To avail of the service, you only need to text TRIO20 to 2477 from your SMART, Sun or Talk ‘N Text SIM.

Source: Smart

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By Pinoy Tech Blog

If you want to own the iPhone 4S under Smart’s network, here are the official postpaid plans for it.


They’re offering the iPhone 4S in either regular plans or unlimited data plans.


What’s unusual here is that they’re also offering the phone at Plan 999 but you also have to pay an extra P999 per month if you opt for the 16GB version. So essentially, it becomes P1998 per month for at least two years and you’ll only get services for a Plan 999.

Good to know that they made it easier on the pocket with the Unli data Plan 1500 with only a cash out of P12,500.

For those who don’t want the hassle of being tied up to a 2-year contract for their iPhone 4S purchase, Smart is also offering the device on prepaid with the following prices:

• P33,200 for 16GB
• P38,200 for 32GB
• P43,200 for 64GB

Smart will be releasing the iPhone 4S starting this Friday, December 16 but you can apply for one now and get it on Friday. Globe is also doing the same.

Source: Pinoy Tech Blog

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By Pinoy Tech Blog

Well it’s bound to happen. The PLDT-Digitel is already final and they wasted no time in offering a postpaid plan that would cater to people looking to join both Smart and Sun’s network hoping some cross-network magic is going to happen that would reduce the cost for using both networks.

You’ve probably seen the ad.


Looks pretty self-explanatory. You get a combined Smart-Sun Plan and be able to text for free across both networks. You will also get 2 hours free calls to Smart numbers using the Smart sim and 3 hours to Sun numbers using the Sun sim. Plus, you’ll get a Nokia C2-03 dual-sim phone for free!

Anyway, things aren’t as clear cut as it seems. We were able to confirm a few things from Smart and Sun:

• You can only use your unlimited text within the same network. Smart to Smart or Sun to Sun. Same with the free calls. Use your dual sim wisely.
• You can apply for this plan from Smart Wireless Centers or from Sun Shops nationwide
• You will receive two billing statements per month, one from Sun and one from Smart
• You can only apply for this dual plan as a new subscriber (no upgrades)

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By Pinoy Tech Blog


Starting next week, you will be able to get the Samsung Galaxy Note for free on their Plan 2000. You might want to grab this opportunity early because Smart reps said that this will run for a limited time only. There’s no time frame yet as to when it will end but when it does, it will move up to Plan 3000.

Smart also revealed that their Samsung Galaxy Notes will be having SmartNet built-in which is odd since you are already on an unlimited data plan which renders SmartNet’s free social networking and smart browsing moot. This would only mean that we would be seeing the Samsung Galaxy Note with SmartNet also available as a Smart prepaid kit in the future.

The Galaxy Note is Samsung’s “tweener” device which is a smartphone and tablet hybrid with its 5.3” HD SuperAMOLED screen, phone features and also comes with a stylus called the S-Pen. Global units support HSPA+ and LTE networks but we also found out that for our region, we’ll only get HSPA+ support from this device.

If you’re interested in getting the note under Smart’s Plan 2000, stay tuned for their announcement next week.

Source: Pinoy Tech Blog

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