Live the Game: PLDT Home Offers a Chance to Experience Squid Game in Seoul!

Apply for any PLDT Home Fiber Netflix plan now for an opportunity that could bring you and a plus-one to the immersive playground inspired by the hit Netflix series right in Seoul!

 

Ever watched Squid Game and thought you could do better in the challenges? Here’s your chance to test your skills in adrenaline-pumping games – minus the real danger, of course, but with loads of fun and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

 

PLDT Home, in collaboration with Netflix, is taking five lucky winners and their plus ones to Squid Game: The Experiencein Seoul, South Korea – a fully immersive experience based on the popular Netflix thriller-drama where participants can play games inspired by the show!

The Squid Game: The Experience, located in eastern Seoul's Seongsu-dong district

 

Who can join

The promo, which runs from April 1 to May 15, 2025, is open to all new subscribers of PLDT Home Fiber Netflix plans 1599, 2499, and 3199. Each new subscriber during the promo period gets one raffle entry for a chance to win free access to Squid Game: The Experience in Seoul.

 

Five winners will be chosen, with each scoring free round-trip airfare for two to South Korea, a three-day/two-night hotel accommodation in Seoul, two tickets to Squid Game: The Experience and travel allowance.

 

The winners will be chosen via electronic raffle and will be announced through PLDT Home’s social media platforms on May 16, 2025. The travel period is from June 23-25, 2025.

 

The Squid Game adventure continues even after The Experience, as Netflix drops the much-anticipated final season of the show on June 27.

 

The Game Zone at Squid Game: The Experience lets you experience all the adrenaline-pumping action from the show in a safe setting, of course!

 

What is Squid Game: The Experience?

Located in eastern Seoul's Seongsu-dong district, Squid Game: The Experience is a high-tech, immersive attraction based on the global hit series Squid Game. Visitors get to experience recreations of the sets, games and themed environments from the show in a safe, non-lethal setting – all designed with intricate and very familiar details that puts you right into the show.

 

Squid Game: The Experience is divided into three zones: the Game Zone, the Retail Zone, and the Night Market.

 

In the Game Zone, you get to test your strategy skills and mental toughness in a total of six challenges that pit participants against each other in a battle for survival. Only the last one standing will earn the exclusive privileges of a VIP.

 

Challenges include the heart-pumping Red Light, Green Light game, which first introduced viewers to the rules of the game and the eerie Young-hee doll; the Glass Bridge, arguably the most nerve-wracking game on the show; the Dalgona challenge, where you cut out different shapes without breaking the cookie; and the Marble game, where you must outwit your opponent. No one gets killed when you lose, of course, but you can have fun recreating your “death” upon losing the challenge.

 Merch and other goods inspired by the hit thriller Squid Game are a visual treat at The Experience in Seoul!

 

Following the challenges, go celebrate your win at the Retail Zone, with Squid Game merchandise readily available for sale. Want to be a Pink Guard? The infamous pink hooded jumpsuits and masks, player T-shirts, and Young-hee doll merch are up for grabs for you to take back home!

 

Cap your time at Squid Game: The Experience with soju-infused cocktails at the Night Market. The Squid Game-themed market offers authentic Korean food, game-inspired cocktails, exclusive merchandise, and mini games you can enjoy to complete the adventure!

 

Let the games begin!

 

Enjoy unli-entertainment and more with the most value-packed internet and home entertainment plan – PLDT Home Fiber Netflix 1599. Apply from April 1 to May 15, 2025 and get a chance to win a round-trip airfare for two to Seoul, South Korea including access to to Squid Game: The Experience. Head over to pldthome.com/triptokorea to know more about the promo mechanics.

 

Photos of Squid Game: The Experience courtesy of squidgameexperiencekr.com

PLDT Home’s OMG Promo: Get a Chance to Win ₱1M, a New Car, and Free Broadband for Life!

 Get ready for the biggest and most exciting promo of the year - PLDT Home’s OMG (One Mega Giveaway) is back, and it’s grander than ever! 

This year, PLDT Home is making everyday digital moments even more rewarding with a massive prize pool that includes a brand-new 2025 Toyota Fortuner, P1 million in cash, free fiber broadband for life, and so much more.

 

“We’re thrilled to bring back the ‘One Mega Giveaway’ for its second year. This time, we’re taking it to the next level,” said Patrick Tang, PLDT First Vice President and Head of Home Acquisition Marketing. “It’s our way of showing gratitude to our subscribers by giving them life-changing rewards that make everyday living even better with PLDT Home.”

 

Fuel your life upgrade

From April 10 to July 31, 2025, new PLDT Home subscribers of Fiber plan 1399 and up are automatically eligible for raffle entries.

 

Check out the OMG-worthy prizes that are up for grabs:

GRAND PRIZE: One lucky winner will drive home a brand-new 2025 Toyota Fortuner — a tough, stylish SUV that’s perfect for families and adventures.

 

CASH WINNERS: One subscriber will win P1 million in cash, and ten others will take home P100,000 each.

 

FREE FIBER BROADBAND FOR LIFE: One (1) winner will enjoy a Home Fiber subscription – Free for Life, and ten others will receive a year of free broadband.

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your ride, enjoy free internet, or stream endlessly - the OMG Promo is your ticket to a major lifestyle upgrade. PLDT Home designed this year’s One Mega Giveaway to help families live their best digital experiences.

Don’t miss out on your chance to win these mega prizes!Visit www.pldthome.com/internet for full promo mechanics and details.

Shotgun Wedding: JLo and Josh Duhamel's Explosive Rom-Com Hits Lionsgate Play

 Forget cold feet – in Shotgun Wedding, Darcy (Jennifer Lopez) and Tom (Josh Duhamel) face a new level of pre-marital jitters. Their idyllic destination wedding in the Philippines takes a hilariously chaotic turn when a band of ruthless pirates crashes the party, turning "til death do us part" into a very real threat. Suddenly, navigating their opinionated families becomes the least of their worries. Now, this bickering couple must put aside their differences and fight tooth and nail to save their loved ones, all while trying not to kill each other in the process.

Directed by Jason Moore (Pitch Perfect), Shotgun Weddingpromises a wild roller coaster of romance, action, and laugh-out-loud moments. With a star-studded cast including Jennifer Lopez, Josh Duhamel, Jennifer Coolidge, Lenny Kravitz, D'Arcy Carden, and more, this is one destination wedding you won't want to RSVP "no" to.

 

Interestingly, despite the story being set in the Philippines, Shotgun Wedding was filmed in the Dominican Republic. In an interview with cinemadailyus.com, director Jason Moore explained: “The story takes place in the Philippines, so we were looking for a place where we could safely shoot the movie. We shot this during the first winter of COVID, so we were looking for a place that could double for the Philippines closer to America, as we couldn’t travel all the way there. We did end up changing a lot of the architecture when we arrived in the Dominican Republic. We choose colors and fabrics that reflect Filipino culture.”

 

Meanwhile, in an interview with freshfiction.tv, Jennifer Lopez shared how she enjoyed the connection between her evolving character and her fluffy wedding dress:“I really felt like the dress itself was like a character in the movie, but also really represented what she was going through.. As she went on, and was more honest with Tom about who she was and what she wanted, [it was] peeling back the layers and becoming more herself and stepping into her own power – more of her authenticity.

 

“[The dress] was the biggest, most cumbersome, beautiful, but not her at all. Pieces started coming off, and by the end, she’s this badass and took off the hair extensions and she has a gun and is like, ‘Alright, now! Everybody listens to me. This is how it’s going to be.’ We had it basically in stages throughout the whole entire thing. It was very calculated, for sure.”

 

Mark your calendars for the wild and hilarious Shotgun Wedding, hitting Lionsgate Play on March 28, 2025 on PLDT Home and Smart.

Experience Ultra-Fast Internet Instantly: PLDT Home’s Fiber Fest Expands Nationwide in 2025

 PLDT Home’s pioneering broadband festival is back for its second year—with bigger surprises in more areas nationwide. Fiber Fest widens its reach in 2025, bringing same-day fiber installations, ultra-fast broadband, and exclusive digital experiences to more communities across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Bringing Fiber Connectivity, One Barangay at a Time

 

With PLDT Home’s ever-expanding fiber network, more Filipino families can now enjoy next-level connectivity with Wi-Fi 6-ready plans supporting speeds of up to 1 Gbps. Whether for remote work, streaming, gaming, or smart home setups, these high-speed fiber plans ensure seamless performance.

 

“Fiber Fest aims to make reliable internet more accessible to broader communities,” said Patrick Tang, First Vice President and Head of PLDT Home Acquisition Marketing. “By bringing PLDT Home’s broadband and digital services to more barangays across the country, we promote digital transformation, encourage community development, and create growth opportunities.”

 

Building on its success, Fiber Fest is expanding to even morebarangays, accelerating the rollout of PLDT Home’s reliablefiber network—especially in underserved communities. 

 

What to Expect at the Fiber Fest

 

Here’s what Fiber Fest-goers can look forward to:

• Exclusive Deals: Get the best broadband deals and rewards available exclusively at Fiber Fest. Enjoy free speedboostand save up to P3,600 waived installation and activation fees for new subscribers. Switching to PLDT Home Fiber plan?  Then enjoy a 50% off monthly service fees for six months.  Existing PLDT Home subscribers upgrading to Fiber Netflix Plan, Fiber Unli All, or Fiber Unli Plan also get free speedboost and exclusive rewards. 

• Same-day Installation: Customers will enjoy same-day installation of their PLDT Home Fiber plan when they apply at the Fiber Fest. 

• Exciting Rewards: Sign up for Home Rewards program and receive 120 free Rewards Crystals which can be redeemed for bill rebates, discounts, and exclusive treats.

• The Best Digital Offers, All in One Place: PLDT Home has partnered with Smart, Maya, mWell and Next Upgrade to bring exciting promos for the best digital experiences –mobile connectivity, seamless cashless payment, health and wellness services, and smart home solutions.

• Local talent and Interactive Entertainment: Experience an action-packed day of games and entertainment, featuring Netflix-inspired activities and the Barangay Olympics. PLDT Home has also partnered with TikTok to showcasethe best local talents and connect them with wider onlineaudiences with the country’s first-ever TikTok Star Searchat the Fiber Fest.

• Live Celebrity Performances: Enjoy electrifying performances from Eleven11, and special guestappearances from PLDT High Speed Hitters.

 

First Stop: Pasig City 

 

Kicking off in Pasig, Pasigueños enjoyed activities and surprises from PLDT Home. Celebrities and guest performers including Dylan Menor, Eleven11, and PLDT High Speed Hitters including Mika Reyes, Majoy Baron, Jessey de Leon, and Rachel Austero also joined in the fun.

Dylan Menor and Eleven11 at the Fiber Fest in Pasig City

Catch the next runs of Fiber Fest in Batangas, Bulacan, Pasay, Cavite, and more! The full schedule of Barangay Fiber Fest locations and events will be announced soon on PLDT Home’s official pages. 

 

Stay tuned and be part of the country’s biggest fiber festival.

 

 

Transform Your Home with These 5 Simple and Affordable Upgrades​

 Let's be honest, who doesn't dream of living in a home that's both stylish and functional? A sanctuary where you can relax, entertain, and just generally feel good. Your home might need an extra step or two in becoming the best it can be, but the thought of renovations can often conjure up images of hefty price tags and stressful disruptions. 

 

Good news, though — you don't need to empty your savings account to make some seriously impactful upgrades at home. Awesome home upgrades that transform your living space and lifestyle can easily be simple, budget-friendly projects. Here are five ways you can go about leveling up your home:  

 

1. Lighting: The Mood Setter (and Money Saver!)

Think of lighting as the jewelry of your home: it can make or break the entire vibe. Swapping out outdated fixtures for more modern, energy-efficient options is a game-changer. Think sleek pendant lights in the kitchen, dimmable lamps in the living room, and maybe even some strategically placed LED strips to highlight architectural features. Not only will this elevate your décor, but switching to LEDs will also save you money on your electricity bill.

 

Also, don't underestimate the power of natural light. Open those curtains, clean those windows, and let the sunshine in!

 

2. Declutter and Organize: The Secret to Serenity

Okay, this might not sound like an upgrade, but an organized space is essential for a modern, functional home. An organized space allows you to think clearly and function well. This includes your digital space at home – think about your cloud storage, phone, laptops and other devices where your digital files are kept. 

 

For your home needs, you can also invest in some stylish storage solutions – baskets, boxes, and shelving units – to keep everything in its place. And be ruthless with your cleaning and curating: if you haven't used it in a year, chances are, you don't need it. Decluttering not only creates a more peaceful atmosphere but also makes it easier to find what you're looking for (and appreciate what you already have).  This is the foundation upon which all other upgrades will shine.

 

3. Greenify Your Space: Eco-friendly Upgrades

Plants are more than just pretty decorations. They can improve your space’s air quality, boost your mood, and add a touch of nature to your home. And the best part? They're relatively inexpensive!  

 

Start with a few easy-to-care-for plants like snake plants, spider plants, or succulents. Not only will they make your space look more inviting, but they'll also contribute to a healthier and more relaxing environment. Greenifying doesn’t stop with adding plants to the corners of your home; consider other eco-friendly upgrades like switching to energy-efficient smart appliances and reducing your water consumption. Check out what appliances or devices at home that need replacement and consider switching them up to more energy-saving tools. 

 

4. Smart Home Tech: Small Investments, Big Impact

You don't need a fully automated "smart home" to enjoy its benefits — you can start small! 

 

A smart speaker can control your music, answer your questions, and even manage other smart devices. Smart lighting allows you to control your lights from your phone, even when you're away. A smart thermostat can help you save energy and keep your home at the perfect temperature. These little additions can make a big difference in your daily life, adding convenience and a touch of futuristic flair.

 

5. Boost your Internet for FREE: You can’t miss this! 

In today's connected world, reliable internet is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity.  Whether you're working from home, streaming your favorite shows, or just trying to stay connected with family and friends, a fast, stable, and reliable internet connection is crucial. With so much activity happening online, you want to make sure that everything you do is seamless and uninterrupted — whether it’s video conferencing, working, downloading multiple large files, streaming high-definition video, or playing online games.  

 

For a home internet upgrade that doesn't break the bank, PLDT Home offers speed boost for FREE until March 31. New and existing PLDT Home customers who get a Fiber plan can enjoy a free speed boost to the next higher plan for the next six months, taking their online experience to the next level. 

 

If you’re currently with a different internet service provider, now is the perfect time to upgrade your home connectivity with PLDT Home. By switching to PLDT Home Fiber Netflix 1599 plan, subscribers can enjoy a seamless and more rewarding internet experience with exclusive benefits: (1) free speed boost to the next higher plan; (2) 50% off on monthly service fees for the first six (6) months; and (3) free installation and activation fees worth ₱3,600.

 

Beyond these amazing offers, subscribers who switch to PLDT Home also get a chance to win exciting smart home gadgets, including a Smart TV, PlayStation 5, tablets, and a smartwatch. This is your sign to bring that home improvement project to life. 

 

Get the free speedboost with PLDT Home, visit www.pldthome.com/speedboost2025.

PLDT Home Prepaid WiFi Rebranded as Smart Bro, Introducing Enhanced Data Offers and Perks

 PLDT Home WiFi has rebranded to Smart Home WiFi as it reinforces its thrust to make high-speed and reliable connectivity even more accessible to Filipinos residing in fiber-limited areas.

Under the Smart Home WiFi brand is the new Smart 5G Max Turbo WiFi, a plug-and-play WiFi device that lets users connect up to 15 devices simultaneously to Smart’s fast and reliable 5G network.

 

Available for only P1,995, the Smart 5G Max Turbo WiFiis quick to set up at home, dorm, or small office. And because it’s a prepaid device, users will only need to top up or reload the device when necessary - this means there’s no need to worry about bill shock or going over one’s budget.

UNLI and all-new BIG DATA offers

 

Smart Home WiFi users can make the most of the Smart 5G Max Turbo WiFi with UNLI or the all-new BIG DATA offers that give users more value-for-money as they connect for work, school, small business, or simply entertainment.

 

UNLI 1299 comes with unlimited internet valid for 30 days, best for worry-free surfing. This offer is perfect for multi-gadget users and families. For only P1299, parents can remain on top of their work while their children are on their gadgets streaming movies, playing their favorite mobile games, or researching for their homework.

On the other hand, BIG DATA is for those who need access to all sites and apps at more affordable prices. BIG DATA 199 comes with a total of 52 GB data (45 GB + 1 GB a day for seven days) valid for seven days, perfect for a heavy week at work, school, or small businesses. 

 

Also available are BIG DATA 299 with a total of 72 GB data (65 GB + 1 GB a day for seven days) valid for 7 days, and BIG DATA 999 with a total of 250 GB data (220 GB + 1 GB a day for 30 days) valid for 30 days.

 

These Smart Home WiFi new offers are also open to existing PLDT Prepaid Home WiFi 5G+ and LTE Home WiFi subscribers.

 

Powered by Smart 5G network

 

To get the Smart 5G Max Turbo WiFi, simply  order via the Smart Online Store, Smart official pages in Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok, or head to the nearest Smart Store or authorized Smart retailers nationwide.

 

Smart Home WiFi users can stay on top of their Smart 5G Max Turbo WiFi device by downloading the Smart App and linking their account to conveniently manage their account, and top up with their preferred data offers that suit their needs. Data offers may also be availed via e-wallets and through suki retailers.

 

Smart Home WiFi is powered by Smart’s superior 5G network, which empowers users with blazing fast speeds so they can stream videos seamlessly, upload and download heavy files in seconds, instantly post and share content online, and play mobile games without lag.