Give the Gift of Wellness this Mother’s Day with Smart and mWell!

What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than with the gift of wellness? This is why PLDT mobile services arm Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has teamed up with digital healthcare platform mWell to enable subscribers to redeem a Smart Health Pass, which can be used for essential health services.

Exclusively available to all Smart Prepaid, Smart Postpaid, TNT, Smart Bro, and PLDT Home Wifi subscribers starting May 10 to May 16, 2024, the Smart Health Pass may be redeemed by users for only 199 GigaPoints on the Smart App.

Originally priced at Php399, the health pass may be used to avail of a doctor e-consultation, lab request, FREE medical e-certificate, and FREE accident insurance worth P20,000 valid for one month.

To enjoy this exclusive offer, subscribers may follow these steps:

1.       Sign up or log in to the Smart App, which is downloadable on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei App Gallery;

2.       Go to the GigaPoints section and redeem the Smart Health Pass for only 199 GigaPoints.

3.       Wait for your unique code on the Smart App upon successful redemption

4.       Sign in to your mWell App account or download the mWell app and sign up for an mWell account to ENTER the code.

“Our partnership with mWell for this exclusive offer underscores our commitment to bridge technology and wellness so our customers are empowered to truly live more today. We encourage our subscribers to make the most of this opportunity to gift their mothers with peace of mind and wellness,” said Alex O. Caeg, Head of Consumer Wireless Business-Individual at Smart.

“At the heart of mWell lies our passion for making health and wellness accessible, available, and affordable to anyone, anytime, anywhere. With the Smart Health Pass, Smart subscribers can provide their mothers with all-in-one access to mWell’s health and wellness features, including the mWellness Score, Mind Health Score, and 24/7 Teleconsult. The Health Pass makes for a perfect gift for our mom heroes who deserve nothing but the best,” said Chaye A. Cabal–Revilla, Chief Executive Officer of mWell.

Smart subscribers nationwide can conveniently access and make the most of this mWell App’s services powered by Smart's award-winning mobile network, which was recently recognized by independent network analytics from Opensignal for delivering the Philippines’ Best 5G Coverage Experience.

Redeem the Smart Health Pass now on the Smart App at https://smrt.ph/GetSmartApp

Ed Sheeran's 'Mathematics Tour': A 'Perfect' Night for Smart Subscribers

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) made sure subscribers had fun at the the much-anticipated “+-= ÷x Tour” or the “Mathematics Tour” of global music icon Ed Sheeran happening at the SMDC Festival Grounds last Saturday, March 9.

 

Sheeran, who’s been rocking his tour since April 2022, performed songs from his latest album alongside his old chart-toppers like “Tides,” “I’m A Mess,” “Shivers,” “The A Team,” “Castle On The Hill,” “Perfect,” “Lego House,” “Shape Of You,” and “Thinking Out Loud,” among others.

 

As an added treat to fans, viral British singer Callum Scott and hit Filipino band Ben&Ben also performed at the Manila leg of the tour. 

Smart Prepaid and Smart Postpaid subscribers were able to do the math last Saturday night by exchanging their points on the Smart App, which is downloadable on Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

 

Sheeran, who was last here for his “Divide” concert back in 2018, switched up the visual spectacle during the concert via larger-than-life LED setups. 

 

Subscribers were able to rely on Smart network as they instantly post and share photos, videos, reels, and stories about their favorite moments in the concert with their friends and loved ones via their go-to apps.

 

Sheeran’s 2024 concert follows a string of world-class acts that Smart brought closer to subscribers, including the Asia Artist Awards 2023, TWICE 5th World Tour “Ready To Be,” and Harry Styles’ “Love on Tour.”

 

To stay updated about the latest exclusive perks and awesome experiences for Smart subscribers, follow Smart’s official accounts on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

Smart partners with all-in-one money app, Maya, to launch 'Power Savings'

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. has partnered with all-in-one money app, Maya, to launch 'Power Savings,' an exclusive promo that enables postpaid subscribers to grow their savings faster.  

 

Under the exclusive promo running from Jan. 16 to Feb. 28, Smart Postpaid subscribers with Plan 999 and up, and who have upgraded their Maya Savings account, can earn an interest rate of up to 7% per annum credited daily - from the base interest rate of 4.5% — one of the highest in the market.  

 

This gives qualified postpaid subscribers a unique opportunity to grow their money faster and extra cash daily to help them achieve their financial goals.  

Moreover, subscribers can enjoy FREE InstaPay transactions when they transfer funds from other banks to Maya and switch to Maya Savings.   

 

To avail of Power Savings, eligible Smart Postpaid subscribers simply have to follow these steps:   

 

First, join Maya and upgrade your account. First-time users can get up to PHP 60.00 Welcome Reward upon upgrade.  

 

Open a Maya Savings account and go to “Missions” in the app, look for “Smart Postpaid Exclusive” mission and enter the unique Smart Postpaid code (to be sent by Smart via SMS).   

 

Spend a minimum of PHP 999.00 using Maya on paying for your Smart Postpaid bill or any other bill, scanning to pay, paying with Maya card or shopping online. (Tip: Cash in at least PHP 1,500.00 via InstaPay and get a PHP 25.00 service fee cashback) 

 

Enjoy the daily 7% saving interest rate (for up to PHP 100,000.00 end-of-day deposit balance) 

 

All Maya Savings account holders may also avail of the FREE Maya Card, inside the app.   

 

Download the Maya App now   

 

Free to download and register, the Maya app packs a feature-rich e-wallet, an inclusive digital bank, and everything else you need to save, spend, grow, and manage your money—right from your smartphone. 

 

The app is powered by its very own Maya Bank, a Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)-licensed and Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC)-insured bank to ensure that the money remains safe and secure. With its 99.9% uptime rate, users can expect their transactions to be seamless and with less downtimes.  

 

Maya was originally known as PayMaya, a leading e-wallet app in the Philippines. It recently rebranded to Maya as it evolved beyond payments with the launch of its own banking and crypto services. This makes Maya the Philippines’ first and only all-in-one money app as it brings together banking, crypto, and wallet features into a seamless customer experience.  

 

Register your Smart SIM  

 

Smart Postpaid’s exclusive partnership with Maya for subscribers is just one of the many ways the mobile services provider empowers customers with the best postpaid experience.  

 

On top of award-winning services, Smart Postpaid subscribers can expect more exclusive rewards and benefits this 2023. 

 

To keep enjoying Smart's services and perks, postpaid subscribers are encouraged to complete their SIM Registration by confirming the personal information and IDs they submitted for their postpaid plan application. To do this confirmation, subscribers just need to text YES to 5858. They shall then receive a confirmation message from Smart upon successful SIM Registration and get FREE 3 GB data.  

 

Know the best Smart Signature Plan for your lifestyle at www.smart.com.ph/postpaid. 

 

To know more about this exclusive offer, visit https://www.maya.ph/smartpostpaidoffers.

 

 

Smart is powering the region’s biggest Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) tournament with MSC or MLBB Southeast Asia Cup

For the 5th year, mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is powering the region’s biggest Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) tournament with MSC or MLBB Southeast Asia Cup at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) from June 11 to 19.

 

RSG Philippines and Smart Omega will carry the flag and compete against the top 12 teams from the region; specifically Thailand, Laos, Indonesia, Cambodia, Singapore, Malaysia, and Myanmar.

 

Aside from being proclaimed as the Kings of Southeast Asia, the winning team will take home the lion’s share of the USD $300,000 total prize pool, doubled from last year. Team Execration which is now known as Smart Omega, are the defending MSC champions.

 

Smart will enable mobile gamers and fans to support the Filipino esports athletes and catch them in all their matches by streaming the MSC Tournament on Smart's official Facebook Page, aside from Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’s official social media channels.

RSG Philippines and Smart Omega gear up for MSC 

 

Winning the recently concluded MPL-PH Season 9 Finals, RSG Philippines is set to debut for the first time in the MSC along with their key players - Jonard Cedrix “Demonkite” Caranto, Nathanael “Nathzz” Estrologo, Eman “Emann” Sangco, Arvie “Aqua” Calderon, Dylan Aaron “Light” Catipon, and Dexter “Exort” Martinez.

 

Meanwhile, Team Captain Patrick James “E2MAX” Caidic, and players Renz Errol “Renzio” Cadua, Billy Jazha “Z4pnu” Alfonso, Dean Christian “Raizen” Sumagui, Grant Duane “Kelra” Pillas, and Joshua “Ch4knu” Mangilog are set to defend the title under their new team Smart Omega.

 

Empowering Filipino gamers

 

Smart’s support for MSC is in line with its longstanding push to promote Philippine esports and cultivate the passion, skill, and talent of Filipino esports athletes and mobile gamers.

 

Aside from organizing the country's biggest esports events and backing Filipino esports athletes, Smart supports gamers with relevant data offers and services to level up their gameplay.

 

Earlier this year, Smart enhanced GIGA Games, which includes data for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Facebook Gaming, and many more. Smart Prepaid and TNT subscribers can conveniently register to GIGA Games via the GigaLife App, which is available on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and Huawei Mobile Services. Customers may also avail of GIGA Games by dialing *123#.

 

Smart also recently launched GIGA Arena, the country's first all-in-one esports platform that aims to simply bring the total esports experience to mobile gamers who are looking to test their skills on Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and more.

 

To join Giga Arena, subscribers can go to gigaarena.smart and create an account using their Smart or TNT mobile number. To join ongoing tournaments, users need to use Giga Arena tickets, which they can earn and accumulate for free for every Giga Games subscription via the GigaLife App or by dialing *123#

 

Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network

 

Smart subscribers enjoy leveled-up gaming experiences powered by the Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence.

 

Know more about how Smart enables subscribers to level up their gameplay by visiting https://smart.com.ph/Prepaid/whats-new/gigagames.

 

Team Sibol bags two gold medals and two silver medals

Mobile services provider and staunch esports supporter Smart Communications, Inc (Smart) lauded Philippine esports team SIBOL for bagging two gold medals and two silver medals at the recently concluded 31st Southeast Asian Games in Hanoi, Vietnam. 

With their medals, SIBOL placed third in the esports division with Vietnam at the top spot followed by Indonesia. 

SIBOL fielded a total of 54 esports athletes across 10 events for titles such as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, FIFA Online 4, Crossfire, Free Fire, League of Legends (Wild Rift, PC), and PlayersUnknownBattlegrounds (PUBG).

 “We at Smart congratulate SIBOL for their momentous feat in the SEA Games. Their dedication and perseverance are undeniable as they brought honor and pride to our country. We hope that more young Filipinos follow their footsteps and pursuing their passions with purpose," said Jane J. Basas, Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Wireless Business at Smart.

Back-to-Back Gold for Team Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and League of Legends: Wild Rift 

SIBOL snagged two gold medals in their match for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and League of Legends: Wild Rift. 

SIBOL's Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Team has proven again that they are kings of Southeast Asia as they beat Indonesia in a 3-1 match. The team is composed of Johnmar "OhMyV33nus" Villaluna, Danerie James "Wise" Del Rosario, Kyle Dominic “Dominic” Soto, Salic Alauya “Hadji” Imam, Lee Howard “Owl” Gonzales, Dexstar Louise “DEX STAR” Cruz Alaba and Russel Aaron “Eyon” Usi. 

On the other hand, SIBOL's all-women League of Legends: Wild Rift team took home the country's first gold medal for esports after dominating the finals against Singapore with 3-0. The team members are Charize “Yugen” Doble, Gianna “Jeeya” Llanes, Christine “Ray Ray” Natividad, Rose Ann “Hell Girl” Robles, and Angel Danica “Angelailaila” Lozada.

Meanwhile, SIBOL’s League of Legends (PC) and Crossfire teams delivered the silver medals for the PH. Both teams went up against Vietnam in the finals.  

The biggest supporter of Philippine esports

Smart's support for SIBOL is part of its longstanding commitment to the growth of Philippine esports by partnering with game creators and esports tournament organizers here and abroad, including the recent such as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League (MPL) Seasons and Liga Adarna, the first female esports tournament in the country.

 Aside from organizing the country's biggest esports events and backing Filipino esports athletes, Smart also supports gamers with relevant data offers and services to level up their gameplay.

 "SIBOL's journey to the 31st SEA Games would not be possible without the generous support of Smart, along with our other partners, who share our belief that Filipinos have what it takes to dominate the global esports stage. We are grateful to Smart and look forward to a brighter esports future with their continued support," said Brian Lim, PESO President.

 Level up with GIGA Games, GIGA Arena

 Earlier this year, Smart launched the enhanced GIGA Games, which now includes data for PUBGM, on top of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, Facebook Gaming, and many more. 

 Smart Prepaid and TNT subscribers can conveniently register to GIGA Games via the GigaLife App, which is available on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and Huawei Mobile Services. Customers may also avail of GIGA Games by dialing *123#.

 Smart also recently launched GIGA Arena, the country's first all-in-one esports platform that aims to simply bring the total esports experience to mobile gamers who are looking to test their skills on Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, League of Legends: WildRift, PUBG and Call of Duty Mobile.

 To join Smart GIGA Arena, subscribers can simply go to gigaarena.smart and create an account using their Smart or TNT mobile number. To join ongoing tournaments, users need to use Giga Arena tickets, which they can earn and accumulate every time they register to GIGA Games data packs on the GigaLife App or by dialing *123#

 Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network

Smart subscribers enjoy leveled-up gaming experiences powered by Smart, the Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence.

 Know more about how Smart enables subscribers to level up their gameplay by visiting https://smart.com.ph/Prepaid/whats-new/gigagames. 

Smart teams up with Eplayment Entertainment for the fifth season of Liga Adarna

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has teamed up with Eplayment Entertainment for the fifth season of Liga Adarna, the country's biggest all-female esports league.

 

Running from April 19 to June 30, 2022, with the theme 'Ikaw Ang Bida,' the new season of Liga Adarna will showcase once again the skills and strategic gameplays of the country’s top female esports players in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB). For the first time this season, Liga Adarna has also added PlayerUnknown’s Battleground (PUBG) in its tournament.

 

This upcoming season, Smart Omega Empress (formerly known as LVD Huntress) is set to defend their title as the MLBB champion of Liga Adarna Season 4.

 

Avid gamers and enthusiasts can watch the games live on the FB pages of Liga Adarna, Smart Communications, Inc. and SMART Sports.

Empowering Female Filipino gamers

 

The latest season of Liga Adarna is in line with Smart's long-standing support for Philippine esports to cultivate the passion, skill, and talent of Filipina gamers.

 

Aside from organizing the country's biggest esports events and backing Filipino esports athletes, Smart supports gamers with relevant data offers and services to level up their gameplay.

 

Earlier this year, Smart has launched the enhanced GIGA Games, which now includes data for PUBGM, on top of Mobile Legends, Facebook Gaming, and many more. 

 

Smart Prepaid and TNT subscribers can conveniently register to GIGA Games via the GigaLife App, which is available on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and Huawei Mobile Services. Customers may also avail of GIGA Games by dialing *123#.

 

Smart also recently launched GIGA Arena, the country's first all-in-one esports platform that aims to simply bring the total esports experience to mobile gamers who are looking to test their skills on Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, League of Legends: WildRift, PUBG and Call of Duty Mobile.

 

To join Smart GIGA Arena, subscribers can simply go to gigaarena.smart and create an account using their Smart or TNT mobile number. To join ongoing tournaments, users need to use Giga Arena tickets, which they can earn and accumulate every time they register to GIGA Games data packs on the GigaLife App or by dialing *123#.

 

Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network

 

Smart subscribers enjoy leveled-up gaming experiences powered by Smart, the Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence.

 

Ookla declared Smart as the country’s fastest 5G mobile network and the winner of its Speedtest Awards™ for Q3-Q4 2021 with a Speed Score of 201.95. Its closest competitor posted a Speed Score of 116.08.

Know more about how Smart enables subscribers to level up their gameplay by visiting  https://smart.com.ph/Prepaid/whats-new/gigagames.

 

 

Smart assembles top gamers for star-studded GIGA Arena video

 

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has pulled off an ambitious crossover moment as it brought together top gaming celebrities for a star-studded video for GIGA Arena, the first all-in-one esports platform for Filipino mobile gamers. 

 

The one-minute video features Alodia Gosiengfiao, Dexie Diaz, Christine Samson and Nix Gaming, who are among the most prominent Filipino streamers today. 

 

Alodia rose to international fame for her elaborate cosplays and streaming, and is now the co-founder of Tier One Entertainment, which aims to revolutionize the esports landscape in the country.

Like Alodia, Christine Samson is both a cosplayer and streamer, and dabbles into commercial modelling and a TV hosting.

 

On the other hand, both Dexie Diaz and Nix are among the country's top Mobile Legends streamers today with 6.6 million and 4 million Facebook followers, respectively.

 

In the video, these top gamers were transported to the various dimensions of the GIGA Arena and its featured tournaments for Call of Duty Mobile, PUBG, League of Legends: Wild Rift and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang to immerse in their favorite games and train for greatness together

 

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Like Alodia, Dexie, Christine, and Nix Gaming, Filipino gamers and esports enthusiasts looking to test their skills and train for greatness can step inside the Smart Giga Arena. 

 

No matter what the game is, whether it’s Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, League of Legends: Wild Rift, PUBG Mobile, or Call of Duty Mobile, gamers can find top personalities slugging it out in the trenches with you as they train for greatness in the daily, weekly, and monthly tournaments.

 

The best part is interested players don’t even have to be the best or high-ranking to get a chance to play — the Smart GIGA Arena trains them to be the best and lets them hone their skills with others who may be more experienced with no discrimination. 

 

The more they play, the better they get, and they can even get chances at winning real cash prizes!

Participate in any tournaments at Smart GIGA Arena

 

To join Smart GIGA Arena, subscribers can simply go to gigaarena.smart and create an account using their Smart or TNT mobile number. To join ongoing tournaments, users need to use Giga Arena tickets, which they can earn and accumulate every time they register to GIGA Games data packs on the GigaLife App or by dialing *123#

 

Aside from enabling users to compete in live tournaments with real cash prizes, the all-in-one platform also comes with innovative features that allow mobile gamers to stream live competitions, play arcade games, purchase e-load, and conveniently link their e-wallet to secure their tournament winnings via GigaPay with PayMaya, among others.

 

Philippines Fastest 5G Mobile Network

 

Smart subscribers enjoy leveled-up gaming experiences powered by Smart, the Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence.

 

Ookla declared Smart as the country’s fastest 5G mobile network and the winner of its Speedtest Awards™ for Q3-Q4 2021 with a Speed Score of 201.95. Its closest competitor posted a Speed Score of 116.08.

 

Enter the Smart GIGA Arena, your training ground to greatness at gigaarena.smart.

 

Smart kicks off GIGA Arena with epic ML exhibition match

To celebrate the launch of Smart GIGA Arena, mobile services provider  Inc hosted an epic exhibition match featuring some of the best Philippine esports players and content creators of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang last March 9. 

 

Pro esports team Smart Omega took on the Smart Dream Team, which was led by cosplayer and gamer Alodia Gosiengfiao, and included streamers and content creators Dexie Diaz, Ghostwrecker, Nix, and Pabbie Gaming.

 

The Dream Team started out hot and managed to outplay Omega in game one, scoring a surprising win as they applied pressure in a hard-fought battle that lasted a full 20 minutes. The Dream Team, all maxed out at level 15 and racking up more kills than Omega at 31-27, overwhelmed their opponents’ base and core at the end as a full team.

Being outdone by their opponents, Omega didn’t take that loss sitting down. They would turn it up and come back with a blistering win in the second game, taking only around 12 minutes to put intense pressure on the Dream Team and clear out their base, clearing a path and keeping the team at bay while they took the core.

 

After tying the match at one game apiece, the pros followed that up by proving their mettle and professional pedigree in the third game. It was a competitive bout that lasted almost 20 minutes—Omega took it to the Dream Team’s base again. Although the Dream Team put up a good fight with a winnable clash at their core, Omega’s Kelra amazingly got in the hits needed to destroy the core and win the game in an unbelievable close and cardiac finish.

 

On top of the amazingly competitive three games between Smart Omega and the Dream Team, some lucky viewers of the stream also came away with special Mobile Legends skins just by watching and registering to Smart GIGA Arena.

 

Train to greatness with Smart GIGA Arena

 

Smart subscribers who are also gamers and esports enthusiasts can enjoy the same kind of intense and exciting Mobile Legends action, as well as more of their favorite mobile games, on Smart’s GIGA Arena platform. 

 

On Smart GIGA Arena, subscribers can link up with their friends and play in tournaments to rank up and win cash prizes. They can also play arcade games, buy diamonds and other in-game currency, and watch footage and streams of events on the platform.

 

GIGA Arena is the latest in Smart’s thrust to enable and support the fast-growing Philippine esports scene. The network has a long and storied history of powering esports initiatives, events, and organizations in the country.

 

Smart subscribers also get to enjoy Giga Arena and their favorite mobile games when they subscribe to GIGA Games promos, such as GIGA Games 99. For only P99, you get 2 GB of data and 1 GB of Games All Day for Mobile Legends and other popular mobile games, as well as Facebook Gaming, for seven days. Simply register through the Smart GigaLife App or by dialing *123#.

 

Philippines Fastest 5G Mobile Network

 

Smart subscribers enjoy seamless and smooth mobile gaming experiences powered by Smart, the Philippines’ fastest 5G mobile network according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence. 

 

Ookla declared Smart as the country’s fastest 5G mobile network and the winner of its Speedtest Awards™ for Q3-Q4 2021 with a Speed Score of 201.95. Its closest competitor posted a Speed Score of 116.08. 

 

To start playing and participating in tournaments on Smart GIGA Arena, simply go to https://gigaarena.smart and register with your Smart Prepaid, TNT and Smart Bro Prepaid mobile number. For more details and updates on Smart’s events and offers, follow the network’s official accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Smart’s Giga Play app brings the biggest acts like TXT, Ed Sheeran, and ENHYPEN on Dec. 11 live!

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. is pulling out all the stops to give Filipinos access to highly anticipated international events featuring Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, the Jonas Brothers, and your favorite K-Pop stars ENHYPEN, TXT, aespa, ATEEZ, and more with the back-to-back livestreaming of iHeart Jingle Ball and the 2021 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) on December 11.

Catch these exclusive livestreams on Smart’s GigaPlay App with the annual iHeart Radio Jingle Ball Tour at 7 a.m. and MAMA at 3 p.m. through your Smart-connected device.

 

“A couple of months ago, the GigaPlay App was just a dream so you can just imagine how happy we are to give our customers exclusive access to some of the world’s most anticipated live events. And we’re just starting. If you can’t travel to see the concerts and experience events physically, then we bring them to you digitally—right at your fingertips,” said Jane J. Basas, SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business at Smart.

 

“This December, we’re excited to bring back the iHeart Jingle Ball and 2021 MAMA awards, this time on GigaPlay. Allow us to transport you to New York City and Paju in Seoul, through our convenient mobile app and enjoy watching the biggest international events as they happen in real-time,” added Basas.

 

From New York to Seoul in one day 

 

Watch the biggest music acts including Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, Jonas Brothers, Doja Cat, Lil Nas X, Saweetie, AJR, Kane Brown, Tate Mcrae, Bazzi, and Dixie D’Amelo as they heat up New York city’s Madison Square Garden with their performances of their hits as well as some renditions of beloved holiday tunes. 

 

Later in the day, see who among the hottest K-Pop artists will take home this year’s biggest awards at the 2021 Mnet Asian Music Awards straight from Seoul, South Korea. Catch Wanna One, aespa, Ateez, Brave Girls, Enhypen, INI, and more. Global superstar Ed Sheeran will have a special performance as well. 

 

Expect other big groups to drop by and perform during this year’s Mnet ceremonies. Start watching at 3 p.m. for the red carpet arrivals before the main show kicks off at 5 p.m. Korean celebrities Song Joong Ki, Rain, Ahn Bo Hyun, Lee Sun Bin, Yeo Jin Goo, Lee Do Hyun, and Choi Si Won among others will also join the program as presenters.

 

Don't miss all the exclusive live and on-demand shows and content on GigaPlay! Download the app now on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store or click on this link: smrt.ph/gigaplay.

Fastest 5G mobile network      

 

GigaPlay is powered by Smart, the country's fastest and most reliable 5G mobile network as reported by Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence. To date, Smart has already fired up 4,400 5G sites nationwide making it the country's first, fastest, and widest 5G network.        

  

Smart has also reasserted its dominance as the Philippines' fastest mobile network for the fourth year in a row, based on analysis by Ookla of tests taken with Speedtest® covering the first half of 2021.

BTS, Olivia Rodrigo, and more at the 2021 American Music Awards, live exclusively on Smart GigaPlay

Leading mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. through its new GigaPlay App is bringing the 2021 American Music Awards (AMAs) exclusively to its subscribers, live on November 22 at 9am PHT. Hosted by multi-awarded rapper Cardi B, the 2021 AMAs is set to excite the hearts of music fans everywhere when it brings together the biggest artists at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. In this time of pandemic, Smart makes the biggest acts available to Filipinos through amazing live streaming technology.

 

Headlining the event is Korean supergroup and Smart endorser BTS (방탄소년단), who will be doing two separate performances during the show. First is the remix of their hit song “Butter” live for the first time together with fellow AMAs winner and nominee Megan Thee Stallion and a performance of their recent chart-topping collaboration with Coldplay, “My Universe.” The six-time AMA-winning group is also nominated for three major awards this year, including Artist of the Year—a first for any Asian act. 

 

The 2021 AMAs will also feature live performances from the hottest artists today, including Bad Bunny, Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Kane Brown, New Edition, New Kids on the Block, Jennifer Lopez and part-Filipina singer Olivia Rodrigo, who marks her debut on the AMAs stage.

 

Rodrigo topped this year’s nominations with a total of seven nods including Artist of the Year while her hit single Driver’s License is up for trending song, music video, and pop song nominations. The Weeknd, on the other hand, earned six AMA nods in close second. For group acts, Silk Sonic is up for three nods including best duo or group, video, and soul song/R&B. 

 

To experience the whole show, simply download the GigaPlay App via smrt.ph/gigaplay. Select the 2021 American Music Awards live as long as you’re on PLDT Wifi or Smart network. The GigaPlay App is available to all Smart subscribers and the opportunity to experience live HD concert technology is all but a few taps away on your Smart-powered devices at no extra cost.

 

Expect more music, entertainment's biggest events plus Video on Deman of previous specials on the Smart GigaPlay App. Smart’s GigaPlay App is available through the App Store or Google Play. 

Powered by the Philippines’ fastest network

 

Smart’s new GigaPlay app is home to the most exclusive live events, concerts, entertainment shows, sports, and K-content from all around the world. Combined with the convenient convergence of other Smart services in the GigaLife app and the fastest network connection in the country, enjoy the best customer experience wherever, whenever. 

 

Smart subscribers enjoy next-level speeds with the country’s fastest and most reliable 5G mobile network as reported by Ookla. To date, Smart has already fired up around 6,400 5G base stations nationwide making it the country’s first, fastest, and widest 5G network.

 

Smart has also reasserted its dominance as the Philippines’ fastest mobile network for the fourth year in a row, based on analysis by Ookla of tests taken with Speedtest® covering the first half of 2021.

Smart continues to nurture and champion Filipinos’ creativity and passion for content creation by powering BaiCon InFest 2021

Leading mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continues its commitment in nurturing and championing Filipinos’ creativity and passion for content creation by powering BaiCon InFest 2021, the biggest gathering of content creators and influencers from all around the Philippines, to be streamed on Facebook Live on October 30 and 31.

 

BaiCon InFest 2021 is expected to bring in more than 100 creators from all over the country and some parts of the world, seeking to connect them to their fans and audience, as well as various brands and agencies. The sessions will help the youth take on the different demands and challenges of the digital lifestyle.

 

Among the featured creators are AC Bonifacio, Kween Yasmin Asistido, Dimples Romana and her husband, Boyet Ahmee, Kimpoy Feliciano, Angie “Anghet” Cayetano, Mikey Bustos, Gino Quillamor, Bogart D’Explorer, Medyo Maldito, Snake Princess, Kean Cipriano from the band Callalily, Ramon Bautista, Jen Barangan, Ady Cots, Mayonnaise, Xavier Gonzales Solis, and Erwan Heussaff.

Also included in the roster are Mark del Rosario, Renz David, Ian Mauricio, Kit Digno, Dr. Dex Mallari, Dr. Zeke Albaria, Ninong Ry, Phillip Te Hernandez (Davao Conyo), Kim Charlie Cruz, Gandang Morenx, Deedee Villegas, Clare Inso, Chezka Carandang, Inka Magnaye, Dom Guyot, Justine Luzares, Maggiekarp, Amara, Nana Silayro, Blink, Nikkinikki, and many more.

 

Win a 5G Phone when you join Smart’s social media challenges

 

Access to the Baicon InFest 2021 Facebook Live stream is FREE. Fans may watch today's top creators with  Smart Prepaid Unli GIGA data offers — choose from Unli GIGA Stories, which comes with Unli Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Kumu; or Unli GIGA Video, which comes with non-stop YouTube, iWantTFC, NBA League Pass, and Cignal Play. Both promos come with 2 GB of open-access data for seven days for only P149. To subscribe to UNLI GIGA, simply log into the GigaLife App then choose UNLI GIGA.

 

Attendees of the Baicon Infest 2021 also have a chance to win a 5G phone when they post their y2K OOTD on Facebook, or by sharing their favorite y2K memories on Instagram. To join the contest, simply use the official hashtags #SmartBaicon2021 #UnliGigaStories and #PoweredBySmart. 

 

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Filipinos can stay updated with their favorite creators and create their own content with the next-level speeds of Smart, the country’s fastest and most reliable 5G mobile network as reported by Ookla®, the global leader in internet testing and analysis. To date, Smart has fired up over 4,400 sites in more than 4,000 locations nationwide making it the country's first, fastest, and widest 5G network.    

     

Smart has also reasserted its dominance as the Philippines' fastest mobile network for the fourth year in a row, based on analysis by Ookla of tests taken with Speedtest® covering the first half of 2021.  

 

For more information on BaiCon InFest 2021, visit baicon.ph and follow Smart on Facebookwww.fb.com/SmartCommunications, and Twitter and Instagram @LiveSmart.