Globe Telecom opens Gen3 Stores for Premium Dealership

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After opening its 12th Gen3 Store in KCC Mall de Zamboanga recently, Globe now opens Gen3 for premium dealership nationwide. By opening new stores in strategic locations around the Philippines, Globe would be able to expand coverage and allow more customers to experience the latest in digital lifestyle.

Premium Dealer Jerry Lim is the 1st to avail the Gen3 Store under the premium dealership program which opened recently at SM San Jose Del Monte Bulacan. The store is the 13th Gen3 store nationwide and also the 238th Globe store nationwide.

“The Globe GEN3 stores are home to various lifestyle zones with stories and exciting features for customers to experience and enjoy. These zones feature latest trends in product, people and even in business. Various lifestyle vignettes illustrate mobile and broadband technologies as connected solutions—featuring the latest devices, apps, digital connectors, gadgets and services that contribute to the total interactive customer experience” - says Globe Retail Transformation and Stores management Head, Joe Caliro.

(L-R) Gino Guinto - Retail Area Head Central & North Luzon, John Velasco - Vice President for Partner Sales & Development, Jerry Lim - Premium Dealer Partner SM San Jose Del Monte Bulacan, Mr. Peping Lim, Mrs. Lun Sy, Suzette Villanueva - Retail Area Manager

Recently this year, Globe opened new Gen3 stores in places such as EDSA Shangri-la, Trinoma Mall, SM Mall of Asia, Legaspi Commercial Center and KCC Mall Zamboanga and more stores to be converted to Gen3 by the rest of 2016.

“With our Gen3 stores now open for premium dealership, Globe will be able to reach more customers. We can provide the same full customer immersive experience of our products, services and also elevate the customer experience of Globe customers nationwide.” – says Vice President for Globe Partner Sales and Development, John Velasco.

As of today, more than 100 Globe stores have been established with Premium Dealers and continues to grow with more partners. Interested parties can inquire about premium dealership of Globe stores to Ms.Judith Nanat of Business Development for Retail Builds & Development, email mlnanat@globe.com.ph.

Globe Telecom opens world-class ICONIC Store by June 2016

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Debuts its superior entertainment center with PH premiere of hit musical Green Day’s American Idiot

True to its commitment of providing a wonderful experience for its customers, Globe Telecom is redefining the Philippine retail platform anew with the opening of its flagship ICONIC store, a world-class destination that is home to the latest in retail, entertainment, music, and everything about the Filipino digital lifestyle. The ICONIC store promises to deliver a more exceptional retail space experience that is more innovative, dynamic, and interactive from its predecessor, the highly-successful GEN3 concept store.

Designed by Tim Kobe of Eight Inc., the same designer of the Globe GEN3 stores as well as the acclaimed Apple store in New York, the ICONIC store will soon rise as one of the most renowned landmarks in the country located at the Bonifacio Global City Central Square in Taguig. One of its most ambitious elements of the ICONIC store is the glass bridge that will link two Globe stores from opposite sides of the BGC Central Square.

“The opening of our GEN3 stores in 2014 set the tone on how customer experience in telco has evolved from purely transactional to more dynamic and engaging. GEN3 has given our customers a new way of discovering their digital lifestyle with our topnotch service and innovative products and services. As we near the launch of the ICONIC store, we are thrilled to deliver a new world-class entertainment experience right at the heart of Bonifacio Global City that does not only bring up the ante in retail and entertainment, but also elevates the customer experience to a whole new level,” says Globe Retail Transformation and Stores Management Head Joe Caliro.

Launching in two phases, the first phase of the opening on June 2016 will unveil the entertainment piece that will house shows, concerts, and a variety of on-ground events and activities. It will feature massive LED screens and top-quality lights and sounds equipment for an outdoor entertainment experience at par with global standards. It will also boast a fully-functional Chroma key studio set-up that can be used by media partners, making the ICONIC store the first ever all-in-one retail and entertainment space in the world.

When Globe ICONIC opens, Filipinos will have a new and one-of-a-kind venue where they can take part in world-class productions such as plays, concerts, and musicals, among others.'

Green Day’s American Idiot in PH

To officially launch and showcase the entertainment piece of the ICONIC store, Globe, together with 9Works Theatrical, will premiere the award winning Broadway musical Green Day’s American Idioton June 22, 2016.

Green Day’s American Idiot is a sung-through stage adaptation of punk rock band Green Day's 2004 rock opera album American Idiot. It features the story of three disaffected young men, representing the exhilarating journey of a new generation of young Americans in a post-9/11 world. The musical is also deemed relevant to today’s youth as they develop the habit of responsible use of social media.

The American Idiot musical received over 9 nominations from various award giving bodies including the Tony Awards, and won more than 5 prestigious awards including the “Best Musical Show Album” in the 53rd Grammy Awards.

Visit www.facebook.com/globePH orwww.youtube.com/user/GlobeP and follow @enjoyGlobe on Twitter and Instagram for more details and to stay updated on how to get passes to the premiere.

Globe Telecom offers Snapchat, fastest growing mobile chat app among youth in PH

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Snapchat is the fastest growing mobile chat app among youth in the Philippines. Globe Telecom is first to offer Snapchat as part of its enhanced GoSAKTO prepaid offers

Short-form videos are fast gaining popularity as more mobile apps with this capability continue to rise. Digital natives contribute to this increase as they spend extra time viewing videos on their mobile devices. Apps like Snapchat benefit from this growing habit evidenced by its subscriber base now at 100 million, around the world.

According to Snapchat CEO Evan Speigel on a recent Bloomberg report, Snapchat users have recorded over 8 billion video views per day, with each user spending about 30 minutes on the app.

In the Philippines, Snapchat has already gained a solid following among the country’s youth with its unconventional approach to sharing on social – from quick videos, to cool filters. Snapchat usage is expected to increase further, similar to how Filipinos have quickly adopted to other popular social media apps. After all, with a smartphone penetration at 55% and a record of holding the highest number of time spent on social media at 3.7 hours according to the latest WeAreSocial January 2016 report, more customers will more likely follow suit.

As the significant driver of the digital lifestyle and the undisputed #1 in mobile, Globe constantly enhances its portfolio of content by offering Snapchat to Globe Prepaid customers via its enhanced GoSAKTO offers. GoSAKTO is Globe Prepaid’s #1 promo now with over 2 million unique subscribers and an average of 280,000 daily registrations. GoSAKTO was also recognized at the Annual Global Mobile Awards by the GSM Association (GSMA). It received the award for Best Network-based Solution for Serving Customers for its ability to personalize and tailor fit services.

GoSAKTO allows customers to create personalized promos that precisely fit their calls, SMS, and surfing needs. Customers can create over more than 200 million call, text, and app combos. Combos now include new mobile apps like Snapchat, Clash of Clans, YouTube, Wattpad, and Grab. 

“We continue to be on the lookout for what our customers would want to experience on their devices. This is part of our commitment to consistently improve our their online experience. Popular content such as Snapchat that is now made available to our Globe prepaid users is just the start of better offers to come this year. ” says Globe Chief Commercial Officer, Albert de Larrazabal.

Globe Prepaid closed 2015 overtaking competition and taking the lead as the #1 Prepaid brand in the country. The telco’s Prepaid Business revenues posted a solid growth of 8%, and contributed to 21% growth in cumulative subscribers. Mobile revenues continue its positive trajectory, up by 9% to P85.1 billion from last year’s P78.1 billion, due to the consistent growth of all of the company’s mobile brands.

You can register to GoSAKTO via four easy ways. Simply follow the given instructions to start creating your own promo, whether online at www.globe.com.ph/prepaid/promo/gosakto; through the Facebook App; or by dialing *143#. 

To learn more about Globe Prepaid and the rest of its offers, visit www.globe.com.ph/prepaid.

Globe changes the game in Postpaid anew, launches no lock-up postpaid plans

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Enjoy longer mobile browsing time plus non-stop calls and texts to family and friends without any lock-up! 

Exciting times are ahead for the Philippine mobile industry as Globe launches its most revolutionary postpaid plan yet.

A groundbreaking offer in mobile, the new Globe myLifestyle No Lock-Up plan lets one surf and stream with almost double the data allocation along with unlimited texts to all networks. Unlike regular postpaid plans, it no longer has a 24-month lock-up, and its bigger data allocation and free content lets one stay connected for a richer digital experience.

With more affordable smartphones making a debut in the market, the Globe myLifestyle No Lock-up plan also lets customers use the device of their choice, without being limited to any device offer. The application process is also made easier, by just presenting one valid ID. 

“For us, it’s always been about being at the forefront of all significant innovations. With the new Globe myLifestyle No Lock-Up Plan, we are changing the way customers apply for and enjoy our postpaid services. It’s a plan that puts a premium on your lifestyle with the addition of free texts to all networks and a bigger mobile data allocation, making our customer’s digital experience richer. Truly, Globe myLifestyle Plans—whether with device or line-only—is built for the way you live,” says Globe Senior Vice President for Consumer Mobile Marketing, Issa Cabreira.

Plan 1499 under a regular myLifestyle postpaid plan comes with 5GB of data. However, under the myLifestyle No Lock-Up plans, Plan 1499 has an upgraded 10GB of data. Starting at Plan 599, these new plans also come with unlimited calls and texts to Globe/TM, unlimited texts to all networks and free access to Facebook for 24 months. Customers also get 3 months of free Spotify or HOOQ depending on the plan that they get. One may also add classic packs for extra consumables, or calls and texts abroad. Nano, micro, or standard SIM variants are available, suitable for any type of device.

Globe Postpaid continues to attract high-quality customers closing 2015 at 2.4 million. The success of its MyLifestyle postpaid plans, alongside innovative perks and promotions helped boost the company's total mobile service revenues. Globe ended 2015 with consolidated service revenues at P85.1 billion, up 9% from last year’s level of P78.1 billion.

Get a new line without the contract with myLifestyle No Lock-up Plan. Now, it's made even better with more mobile data, unlimited calls and texts, and easy access to your favorite apps!

You're in for bigger mobile entertainment, too! Watch classic blockbuster movies on HOOQ and listen to chart-topping hits on Spotify for FREE when you apply now.

To learn more about the new myLifestyle No Lock-up plans and apply for a new line, visit www.globe.com.ph/postpaid/mylifestyle-no-lock-up-plan, call 730-1010, or visit a store nearest you.

Ultimate music festival ZoukOut breaks new ground in the Philippines

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Globe customers get to enjoy exclusive discounts to the biggest summer party of 2016

After 15 years in the business, Asia’s definitive annual music festival, ZoukOut, is finally crossing borders. This year, ZoukOut breaks new ground on the fine, white sands of Boracay, Philippines. Together with co-presenter, the country’s #1 mobile brand, Globe Telecom, ZoukOut is out to redefine and amplify the LaBoracay experience. The much-awaited event is set to happen this summer on April 30 and May 1 at Epic and Uptown Beachfront, Boracay. 

Adding to the excitement of the music fest, Globe rolled out a poll that allowed Filipinos to pick which home grown talents they want to represent the country at ZoukOut. Four big names in the Philippine electronic dance music industry, namely Mars Miranda, Deuce, Kat DJ, and Carlo Atendido, were cast as the official candidates. 

Their respective crews and fan bases went all out in campaigning for their idols, and the race was definitely a close one. On March 29, ZoukOut PH and Globe identified the top 2 DJs who led the polls, namely Deuce, with 1,800 votes and Carlo Atendido, with 1,600 votes. Both officially bagged the opportunity to showcase their talent on the first ever Philippine ZoukOut stage. 

These Filipino talents will have the honour of playing their music alongside international DJs such as Kaskade, DVBBS and DubVision, among others. 

“Part of our mission here at Globe is to bring a differentiated customer experience through access to some of the best on-ground events – from the most renowned concerts to the best party experiences like ZoukOut. This summer, Globe has prepared an impressive line-up of activities that come with exclusive perks and discounts for our customers,” says Senior Vice President for Consumer Mobile Marketing, Issa Cabreira. 

The first 250 Globe customers will be able to avail of the exclusive ZoukOut ticket discount. One just has to text ZoukOut to 2363 and they will receive a unique code which they can present to SM TicketNet to get the special discounted rate for the 2-day General Admission ticket bundle. From the original price of P4500, qualified Globe customers will be able to avail P900 off. 

Get ready for the most amazing summer ahead with all-out fun in the sun as the only sunrise party in Asia hits the Philippine shores! ZoukOut is co-presented by Nestea, and supported by Huawei, Solar Channel, Bacardi, Levi’s Philippines, SM Accessories, Air Asia, and Grab.

For table bookings and ticket inquiries visit http://zoukout.ph/. 

Just follow @enjoyGlobe on Twitter and Instagram, on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/GlobePH and visit www. globe.com.ph/summer-promos to get first dibs on how to get free passes to these summer events.

Now in Ayala Malls, Free faster Internet, less buffering with Globe GoWifi

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GoWiFi will also be equipped with Accelerator that allows customers to enjoy the most popular YouTube videos with quicker loading time

In its continuous effort to elevate the state of internet connectivity in the country, Globe is upgrading its customer experience through the roll out of its free premium public WiFi service, GoWiFi, to more locations. It is currently active in most Ayala Malls around the country. A high-speed internet connection of up to 100 Mbps, GoWiFi will be enhanced with Accelerator at selected locations, which lets users enjoy the most popular videos on YouTube with less buffering. 

Customers got to try Globe Telecom’s fast & free WiFi hotspot GoWIFI with speeds of up to 100 Mbps, now powered with Accelerator – a technology that improves the video streaming experience on YouTube with less buffering. GoWiFi is being rolled out in all Ayala Malls and other high traffic establishments around the country. 

Of the many activities Filipinos do on their mobile phones, watching videos on YouTube is one of the most popular. On a standard connection, one may experience pauses while playing a video as the material downloads at the same time. Buffering happens when the device plays the video faster than it downloads.

This paved the way for Globe to boost GoWiFi hotspots with Accelerator to improve the YouTube viewing experience. As a result, customers connected to GoWiFi will not only be able to explore the full Internet on their mobile devices, but through Accelerator, they will also notice a significant improvement when viewing much of YouTube’s most popular content. 

GoWiFi locations equipped with Accelerator store over 150,000 of the most viewed YouTube videos on the local WiFi network, allowing videos to start more quickly and play with less buffering. 

To experience Accelerator, users just need to connect to the GoWiFi network, install and open the YouTube app on their Android devices, then simply click on any video with the teal Accelerator icon to enjoy watching the video without the wait. Accelerator can be enjoyed for as long as the access to GoWiFi is active. You can find more info on Accelerator, plus a map of all locations with Accelerator at youtube.com/accelerator. 

“Every Filipino deserves access to a rich and immersive online experience. With the expansion of our GoWiFi service, everyone who connects to it will have access to a seamless WiFi network and a secure connection for worry-free browsing. Combined with the capabilities of Accelerator, users can enjoy watching the most popular videos on YouTube on their smartphones with significantly improved streaming,” says Senior Advisor for Consumer Business, Dan Horan. 

Alongside significant improvements in video streaming on mobile, GoWiFi is also a secure access point compared to other public domains. GoWiFi is open to all who visit any Ayala Mall. Globe and non-Globe customers alike will be able to experience the free and fast GoWiFi connection. Users just need to connect to the Ayala Malls GoWiFi signal and register their mobile number. A verification code with instructions will be sent to their phone to complete the connection. 

On GoWiFi, mall goers at any Ayala Mall will also have access to the Ayala Malls A-Portal. A convenient mobile app, it lets one stay updated on the newest shopping promos and dining perks, as well as news about upcoming events, cinema schedules, restaurants, lounges, and transportation hubs. 

Globe will continue to activate more GoWiFi hotspots in major metropolitan areas nationwide throughout the year.

Globe Telecom, first to offer Southeast Asia’s Disney Mobile smartphone

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Globe myStarter Plan launches with Disney Mobile smartphones 

The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia and the Philippines’ number one mobile brand Globe Telecom  launched the Southeast Asia’s first Disney Mobile smartphone. Globe Telecom will be the first telco in Southeast Asia to offer Disney Mobile smartphones through its new myStarter postpaid plans for as low as P750 per month. 

Created especially for the trendsetting Disney fan and themed around popular Disney franchises, these smartphones carry the signature aesthetic of the Disney brand from its lively colors to matching themed accessories. The first Disney Mobile range for the Philippines comes in 3 themes – Mickey Mouse, Frozen and Disney Princess.

Apart from its adorable hardware design, each device is packed with custom content that is sure to bring the fun and magic of Disney right in the palm of one’s hand. The smartphones’ interfaces show tailored app icons, Disney-themed live and static wallpapers, widgets and exclusive re-recordings of famous Disney songs as ringtones, such as It’s A Small World, Do You Want to Build a Snowman, Part of Your World, and the like. Premium Disney apps are also included in each device and in line with the smartphone theme. These range from Princess Story Theater, Frozen Storybook Deluxe, to Castle of Illusion, among others. 

Disney Mobile is an LTE device that gives users access to a whole range of other Disney content such as games, apps, books and the Disney Philippines website.

“The arrival of Disney Mobile in the Philippines is one of the milestones of our multi-year comprehensive partnership with The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia. We are thrilled to offer these phones exclusively through our budget-friendly myStarter postpaid plans. Not only do our customers have access to Disney’s interactive content, movie premieres and retail promotions, but also to a device designed after one of the most iconic brands in the world,” says Globe Senior Advisor for Consumer Business, Dan Horan. 

“Disney continues to actively pursue innovative digital media opportunities and provide fans with the best entertainment experience on whatever platform they want. Smartphones have immensely changed the way Filipinos consume entertainment and Disney Mobile allows us to bring our content closer to more fans in a fun and personal way,” said James Gray, General Manager for Disney Interactive, The Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia.

We are proud to be working with Disney and Globe Telecom to bring Disney Mobile to the Philippines. With this new exciting partnership, we aim to provide Globe Telecom’s millions of customers with devices that bring them the magic of Disney, every day, through their phones,”  Cellprime CEO Eric Yu also shared.

Alongside Globe and Disney, Cellprime is the manufacturer of Disney Mobile handsets in the Philippines. 

The Disney Mobile device is available exclusively with Globe myStarter postpaid Plan 500 with a P250 monthly cash out that can be charged to the monthly bill. Customers can go to any Globe store or online to get the plans.

Globe myStarter plans are the new all-in-one budget-friendly plans. Plan 500 is already bundled with a smartphone and comes with unlimited calls and texts to Globe and TM, 300 texts to other networks and 200 MB of data and a smartphone. It is also available on Plan 300 with a smartphone and 300 texts to all networks, 300 minutes to Globe and TM, and 200 MB worth of data. 

With the myStarter plans, customers will no longer worry about going over the limit as it guarantees a fixed bill every month and can easily be topped-up when needed. It is also the first postpaid plan that is capable of number portability where customers can opt to retain their prepaid numbers. 

The plan also provides free access to Facebook, Viber, and a separate 1 GB data wallet for Spotify Basic. 

Disney Mobile smartphones are top quality dual SIM android devices compatible with 4G LTE that runs on a Lollipop operating system. It has a 5” HD IPS Screen; 13 megapixel (MP) rear camera; 5MP front camera; and 1.2 Quad Core.

In 2015, Globe and Disney entered a comprehensive collaboration to gain access to brand properties of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and global leader in short-form video, Maker Studios.

Globe is the undisputed leader in mobile Postpaid, closing 2015 with revenues at P85.1 billion underpinned by growth in customer base now at 2.4 million, and 55% increase in mobile data revenues year-on-year.

About The Walt Disney Company in Southeast Asia

The Walt Disney Company has been active in Southeast Asia since 1995 when Disney Channel first launched in Malaysia and has grown to five offices in the region (Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines) with the headquarters in Singapore, employing close to 280 permanent staff. Disney is one of the most active and largest global entertainment companies in the region with diversified businesses in film, consumer products, publishing, mobile content, television and family entertainment overseeing content from six key brands: Disney, Pixar, Marvel, ESPN, ABC and Lucasfilm.

Television is a key driver in growing the Disney brand in the region. Disney Channels Southeast Asia is responsible for the management, creative development and commercial operations of the three Disney-branded channels available across the region: Disney Channel, Disney Junior and Disney XD. The company also distributes Disney owned programs and channels to television, mobile, broadband and on-demand platforms to over 20 Southeast Asian providers including terrestrial broadcasters, pay-TV and channels as well as digital platforms.

Studio Entertainment reached new box office heights in 2013 with Marvel’s Iron Man 3 recording the biggest release in history in Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia. The Avengers released in 2012 is still the biggest movie of all time in Singapore and Philippines.

As one of the world’s largest creators of high-quality digital experiences, Disney Interactive produces interactive entertainment for the whole family including multi-platform video games, online short form video, mobile and social games and digital destinations across all current and emerging media platforms. Entertaining guests of all ages, Disney Interactive’s key products include the video game platform Disney Infinity, top virtual world for kids Club Penguin, popular mobile franchises like Frozen Free Fall and Disney Tsum Tsum, top online destinations for kids, parents and fans including Disney.com, Oh My Disney, and Babble.com and the Disney social network reaching more than 1 billion guests on Facebook. 

From apparel and toys to food and stationery, Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is the world’s leading licensor and works with over 400 licensees across all product categories in Southeast Asia for all ages and lifestyles. Disney Publishing is active in 6 countries in 6 different languages in Southeast Asia, publishing a diverse range of products in the region including story, activity and e-books, magazines and comics that reach a wide demographic from pre-schoolers to pre-teens and adults.

For more information, please visit www.Disney.ph. 

About Maker Studios

Maker Studios is the global leader in online short-form video and the largest content network on YouTube. Maker specializes in reaching millennial audiences across multiple programming genres. Maker’s network includes 55,000 independent creators from more than 100 countries, attracting over 10 billion views per month, with a growing scale driven by its robust technology platform, direct-to-consumer distribution and data analytics. Maker is home to many of the world’s leading online talent and award-winning original programs such as “Epic Rap Battles of History.” Maker Studios is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company and is headquartered in Los Angeles, with operations in New York, London and Singapore. For more information visit www.makerstudios.com.

About Globe Telecom

Globe Telecom is a leading full service telecommunications company in the Philippines, serving the needs of consumers and businesses across an entire suite of products and services including mobile, fixed, broadband, data connections, internet and managed services. Its principals are Ayala Corporation and Singtel who are acknowledged industry leaders in the country and in the region. 

For more information, visit www.globe.com.ph. Follow Globe Telecom on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GlobePH and Tattoo at www.facebook.com/GlobeTattoo as well as on Twitter @enjoyglobe and @choosetattoo and Instagram at @enjoyglobe and @choosetattoo.

Let Globe take you to your next summer adventure! Globe takes over summer with the best line-up of events all throughout the season

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Globe brings you the best events from all over the Philippines at the most exciting season and everyone is getting ready to top last year’s summer trips with new adventures!

Globe gears up with an awesome line-up - from the biggest music festivals, coolest movie premieres, to the finest beach parties and gaming festivals of the year, it will definitely be a wonderful summer ahead!

Let Globe take you to your next summer adventure! 

Choose your destination among the list of events below.

To get first dibs on how to get free passes to these events, just follow @enjoyGlobe on Twitter and Instagram, on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/GlobePH and visit www. globe.com.ph/summer-promos 

Samsung Gear VR, FREE on Globe Platinum Lifestyle Plan

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Order your Galaxy S7 or S7 edge from Globe Platinum and get the latest in wearable technology

The launch of the latest Samsung Galaxy models, S7 and S7 edge showed today’s digital generation how a smartphone can truly be part of life’s everyday adventures. Complementing the new phones is the introduction of the latest device that will open up a whole new world of entertainment - Samsung Gear VR.

Allowing one to experience a new dimension of mobile entertainment, Samsung Gear VR lets Globe Platinum customers see more inspiring moments as it comes FREE with the Platinum Lifestyle Plans.

A Globe Platinum exclusive offer, by visiting www.globe.com.ph/platinum-S7, customers can pre-order their new Samsung Galaxy S7 or S7 edge on any of the Platinum Lifestyle Plans starting at Plan 3799 to get their free Samsung Gear VR. Redefining what a phone can do, the Gear VR changes content is enjoyed and experiences are shared. It boasts a super AMOLED display, wide field of view, precise head-tracking and low latency. Carrying a more comfortable design, it is now 19% lighter, with a larger touchpad for easy and accurate control. 

With a growing library of Gear VR-compatible content, one can also live through their favorite movies or play the coolest games, as it all comes to life in 360° of detail. 

“The Samsung Gear VR lets our Platinum customers discover a whole new way to fully enjoy their digital lifestyle. It not only compliments their new Samsung Galaxy S7 or S7 edge, but it also allows them to maximize the rich mobile data and premium content they have on their Platinum Lifestyle Plans. With the Gear VR, they will be able to watch movies or play games like never before. We are also happy to be the first in the Philippines to release and hand-deliver the new Samsung Galaxy S7 and Gear VR starting last March 14 to some of our Platinum customers personally by their Platinum Relationship Managers.” says Globe Platinum Brand Head, Kaisie del Carmen.

To complete the Gear series, Platinum customers also get a special 15% discount voucher* for the Gear S2 when they avail of the new Samsung S7 or S7 edge on a Platinum Lifestyle Plan. The Samsung Gear S2 smart watch allows one to view notifications at a glance, send SMS and track daily physical activities with the fitness tracker.

The new Platinum Lifestyle Plans lets one stay inspired and connected to everything they love with an upgraded mobile data allocation starting at 15 GB alongside complimentary access to a slew of the best in premium content from Spotify, HOOQ, and NBA League Pass. Staying in the loop and keeping in touch is also more enjoyable as the plans come with free access to Facebook, Viber, Yahoo! Mail, and Gmail. All Platinum plans have built-in unlimited calls and texts to Globe and TM. Plan 4999 and Plan 7999 come with unlimited all net calls and texts and corresponding consumable roaming allowance. Unlimited landline calls are also available for Plan 3799 and Plan 7999. 

Staying true to the Platinum experience, the new Lifestyle Plans are crafted to fit today’s digital savvy and dynamic lifestyles through its worry-free roaming service and international travel privileges, premium rewards, priority service and a dedicated relationship manager. 

The new Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge are both IP68 water and dust resistant in up to 1.5 meters of water and for up to 30 minutes protection against dust ingress. Both have a DSLR-like Real Pixel Camera that is the world’s 1st dual photodiode sensor (2PD) in mobile that provides superfast autofocus. The new models also promise brighter and clearer images with f/1.7 lens and faster shutter speed that minimizes motion blur.

Available in Black Onyx and Gold, each have an expandable memory up to 200GB and faster processor, smoother graphics, 4GB RAM and a larger battery and faster charging.

The new Samsung Smartphones will be available in Globe stores nationwide starting March 19, 2016. To discover the inspiring world of Globe Platinum, visit www.globe.com.ph/platinum.

*The Samsung Gear S2 voucher is valid at any Samsung store or any official Samsung distributor.

Play and experience newest mobile game ‘Clash Royale’ with Globe

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Game developer Supercell rolls out ‘Clash Royale’ now available on Android and iOS smartphones and tablets

As the Philippines’ mobile gaming community aggressively grows, evidenced by the success of last year’s Globe #NextLevelKa Clash of Clans Tournament, Clash Royale is said to be the next mobile game favorite.

Play Supercell’s latest release 'Clash Royale' that is finally available on both Android and iOS. Coming from the success of Clash of Clans, Supercell is again dominating the mobile gaming platform with Clash Royale’s fresh game format set to attract new and avid gamers alike.

Initially launched on iOS for iPhones and iPads last January, Supercell finally announced the availability of the game on Android devices. 

Globe Head for Games Jake San Diego, Globe SVP for Consumer Mobile Marketin Issa Cabreira, LotusFlare's Nick Thackar, Supercell Global Business Expansion Director, Erlend Christoffersen, Globe Senior Advisor for Consumer Business Dan Horan, and Globe VP for Content Jil Go

During the recent visit of Supercell Global Business Expansion Director, Erlend Christoffersen at The Globe Tower, he shared that, “Filipino gamers have shown us immense support that contributed to the overall success of Clash of Clans. And with the release of Clash Royale, we have high hopes that Filipino gamers will equally enjoy playing this new strategy game. We at Supercell will keep focusing on making great games that people will play for years.”

On Globe, customers can play and access Clash Royale on their iOS or Android devices through the GoSURF consumable mobile data promos. Additional purchase of in-game currency is also made more convenient with the reloadable prepaid card, Gcash Mastercard if one is using an iPhone or iPad. On an Android device, customers can also easily buy in-game currency via Direct Carrier Billing where the amount is charged to one’s postpaid bill, or credited from the available prepaid load.

Soon, gamers will be able to play Clash Royale with no data charges on GoSURF50 as it becomes part of the top 10 games with free access on the said promo. Globe will also soon introduce its new promo, GAMES15 which will give customers free access to Clash Royale among other games, for P15/day with 100MB data allocation. 

“Mobile gaming continues to gain ground in the Philippines, and this is why we strengthen our relationship with companies like Supercell to ensure that Globe customers will be able to enjoy the best games on their devices. Clash of Clans is very popular with players in the Philippines and we´re hopeful that they will also love Clash Royale, and Globe will play an active role in providing that access to our customers,” said Globe Senior Advisor for Consumer Business, Dan Horan. 

Competitive gamers can also look forward to the upcoming Pinoy Gaming Festival Summer Assembly. Presented by Globe, the biggest gaming festival this summer is slated on May 6 to May 8, 2016, at SM Cyberzone, SM City North EDSA. It is set to gather thousands of gamers from all over the country for three days of intense online competition that will include the battle for Clash Royale. 

Clash Royale is the fourth mobile game developed by Supercell, following the success of its other games Hay Day, Boom Beach, and Clash of Clans. Clash Royale combines card collecting with strategy to be able to level up and win battles. 

Founded in 2010, Supercell is a mobile game developer based in Helsinki, Finland, with offices in San Francisco, Tokyo, Seoul, and Beijing. Its games are available for tablets and smartphones using both iOS and Android operating systems. 

To know more about Globe Prepaid and how to access and play the top mobile games on your device, visit www.globe.com.ph/gosurf. To register, just text the keyword GoSurf50 and send to 8888.

Get the best out of the new Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge with the Globe myLifestyle Plan

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Globe customers get it first via the portal now up and ready to take pre-orders

Coming from the recent Philippine launch of the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, the undisputed leader in postpaid, Globe, is now gearing up to welcome the newest smartphone models that will be available through its innovative and customizable myLifestyle postpaid plans. 

Sustaining its leadership in the digital lifestyle, Globe has fired up its pre-order portal to serve new and existing postpaid customers via http://globe.com.ph/S7. Within the site, customers can already pre-order their preferred Samsung smartphone model, along with their name, mobile number, and e-mail address. This way, Globe can already process in advance upon completion of requirements, and release the new phones as early as March 14, 2016 for those renewing their postpaid plans. 

“The new Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge exemplify how a smartphone truly becomes a part of one’s everyday life. The Galaxy S7 and S7 edge with groundbreaking form and features are designed to be the perfect device for any adventure. Paired with the myLifestyle Plans’ customizable content bundles, customers will be able to fully maximize and enjoy what these 2 new smartphones have to offer,” shares Globe Vice President for Postpaid Business Erli Magtubo-Valdez. 

On the Globe myLifestyle plan, customers can get a hold of the Galaxy S7 on Plan 1499 with a P500 monthly cash-out and the Galaxy S7 edge on Plan 1999 with a P600 monthly cash-out, both on a 24-month contract period. 

Customers can stream faster, share more, and surf longer, with an upgraded 10 GB of mobile data for both plans alongside free Facebook, Viber and Instagram for 24 months and free 3-month access to Spotify Premium, HOOQ, and select mobile games such as Clash of Clans, Candy Crush Pop, and Hay Day. One can also stay connected 24/7 with the built-in unlimited calls and texts to Globe and TM. 

Wonderful surprises also await customers renewing their plans. At Plan 2499 they get the Samsung Galaxy S7 for FREE! The Samsung in-ear headphones are also free exclusively for those who will renew their postpaid plan. 

The new Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge are ideal for exciting and extreme adventures, both being IP68 water and dust resistant in up to 1.5 meters of water and for up to 30 minutes protection against dust ingress. Both have a DSLR like Real Pixel Camera that is the world’s 1st dual photodiode sensor (2PD) in mobile that provides superfast autofocus. The new models also promise brighter and clearer images with f/1.7 lens and faster shutter speed that minimizes motion blur. 

Available in Black Onyx and Gold, each have an expandable memory up to 200GB and faster processor, smoother graphics, 4GB RAM and a larger battery and faster charging. The S7 edge also enhanced its Dual edge display with the all new task edge that provides shortcuts to the most used functions. 

Finally the new smartphones allow users to experience an expanded Galaxy Ecosystem with Gear VR compatibility for a virtual reality experience and Gear S2 compatibility for on-the-go convenience. 

With different passions and varying digital lifestyles, customers can create their own myLifestyle Plan through various lifestyle packs that are attuned to diverse needs whether for work or play. Customers can choose from a variety of lifestyle packs ranging from Entertainment, Music, Life, Productivity and Social bundles that allow access to an assortment of all-time favorite apps. 

The new Samsung Smartphones will be available in Globe stores nationwide starting March 19, 2016. To know more about how you can create your own myLifestyle plan visit www.globe.com.ph/postpaid/mylifestyleplan

Globe Business boosts Shell Eco-Marathon Asia as local connectivity partner

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Promoting the integration of technology with environmental sustainability

Globe Business, the enterprise information and communication technology (ICT) arm of Globe Telecom, is once again named as the local connectivity partner for Shell Eco-Marathon Asia, the annual street circuit challenge for the youth which will be held at the Rizal Park in Manila from March 3-6, 2016 as part of its advocacy to protect and conserve the environment.

Globe Business is once again providing internet connectivity at this year’s Shell Eco-Marathon Asia, enabling the seamless data exchange for over 100 teams of young student engineers.

As connectivity partner, Globe Business will provide internet connectivity at the 4-day event which will pave the way for seamless exchange of data and information for over 100 teams of young student engineers from more than 15 countries around the world. The teams will be challenged to design and build their own cars of the future that run the farthest distance with the least possible amount of fuel.

“We are thrilled to be the local connectivity partner for this year’s Shell Eco-Marathon Asia,” shares Globe Senior Advisor for Enterprise and IT-Enabled Services Group Mike Frausing. “Shell Eco-Marathon Asia’s goal to cultivate innovation among the youth and promote the development of technology for environmental sustainability greatly resonates to our sustainability efforts and the innovative culture that Globe espouses.”

Globe Senior Advisor for Enterprise and IT-Enabled Services Group Mike Frausing enjoys a light moment with a Shell representative

The Globe Business Team 

Globe Business' Marian Santos, Dion Asencio, and Senior Advisor Mike Frausing at the Shell Eco-Marathon Asia

“With our participation as connectivity partner for this year’s Shell Eco-Marathon Asia, we are confident that the participants and attendees alike will experience fast and stable internet connectivity powered by Globe Business, enhanced by the different mobility devices that we offer,” added Cindy Salaya, Vice President for Enterprise Product Management.

Globe Business has actively embraced environmental sustainability and is working closely with enterprises which share this advocacy on various fronts. This includes creating greater scale and impact for the telco’s programs on solid waste management via its large-scale initiative “Project 1 Phone,” energy conservation with its participation to the Earth Hour and Earth Day celebrations, carbon offsetting through the successful Cordillera Challenge, as well as biodiversity and habitat protection by partnering with organizations such as the Philippine Eagle Foundation which aided the rehabilitation of Philippine Eagle Pamana.

Participants from all over the world

Shell Eco-Marathon Asia is a unique competition that challenges students around the world to design, build and drive the most energy-efficient car. The competition dates back to 1939, has come a long way from its beginnings and has become an avenue for students to expand their ideas and hone their talents to become future innovators of the world. The event has also been a valuable opportunity for collaborations and multi-sectoral partnerships between other like-minded organizations to strengthen the reach of this advocacy.

For more information about Globe Business and its set of business solutions, get in touch with your Globe Business Account Manager or call the Globe Business Premium Support Center at +63 2.917.2888 toll-free using a Globe mobile and landline. 

For more information, visit www.globe.com.ph/business