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The iPhone 12 is Here, and You’ll Love it More with Globe 5G

  Much like any other new iPhone series, the arrival of the iPhone 12 has been hotly anticipated by fans worldwide including the Philippines. Now, the long wait is over and devotees can finally get their hands on the only phone they want, choosing from four new models – the iPhone 12, Mini, Pro, and Pro Max. While the revamped design, new color choices, and wireless charging system are all notable, the most exciting addition to the iPhone 12 is its 5G capability, which enables users to do more with their phones at the lightning-fast speeds that the cutting-edge technology affords.   With Globe’s continued expansion of its 5G services in Metro Manila as well as key cities in Visayas and Mindanao, more users around the country can enjoy the countless enhanced experiences that the new iPhone offers in gaming, streaming, virtual reality, and more.   Get your hands on this much-awaited iPhone series by pre-ordering it through Globe. Take your pick from among the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, i

More Filipino homes shift to broadband fiber for faster connectivity

Home broadband penetration in the Philippines has always been low mainly due to the dominance of the mobile platform which accounted for 97% of total Internet users in the country based on the Digital 2020 report of HootSuite and We Are Social.  The pandemic, however, triggered the need for Filipinos to shift from mobile to home broadband for their internet requirements as demand for faster connectivity to support work, learning, and entertainment in the home increases.     Yet, current broadband infrastructure which heavily relies on copper cables, is not enough to provide the quality of connectivity that many homes are looking for now, prompting Globe to focus its attention on upgrading to fiber optic networks. The growing subscriber take up for Fiber to the Home (FTTH) also shows that there is significant market demand for the technology.  As of September this year, Globe At Home has already seen a 183% growth in the number of new customers who availed of broadband fiber plans as

Globe recreates Christmas for all Filipinos in this year's fully digital Wonderful World of Globe

  Christmas is fast approaching and yet, the realities of celebrating the holidays with a pandemic can be difficult for most Filipino families today. Despite this, the desire to enjoy our usual holiday activities and observe cherished local traditions remain strong in many of us. After all, the true spirit of Christmas is about hope, joy, and the eternal anticipation of good tidings.    Uplifting the lives of Filipinos and rekindling Christmas cheer in everyone's hearts underscore this year's Wonderful World of Globe (WWG).  “Our aim is to recreate the Christmas we all love. We take to heart our role in renewing the spirit of connectedness within the Filipino family especially at a time when most of us stay within the confines of our homes.  It is also a great opportunity for each of us to do more for others and continue spreading cheer to everyone we can reach,” said Ernest Cu, Globe President and CEO.   As quick, easy and flexible internet access became the new essential, thi