Getting fast, reliable internet in the Philippines is still a challenge for many, but telcos are getting creative. This week, PH Telcos Smart and Globe both rolled out new ways to make home broadband easier and cheaper. Smart wants you to dust off your old modem and get it working again. Meanwhile, Globe teamed up with Grab so you can order fiber internet almost as quickly as you’d order food.
Smart Home WiFi SIM 99: Breathing New Life into Old Hardware
For a lot of Filipino families, the real problem with getting home internet isn’t the monthly bill—it’s having to buy a new modem or router. Smart wants to fix that with their new Smart Home WiFi SIM 99.
For only ₱99, you get a prepaid data SIM that works with any open-line home WiFi router. It comes with 2GB of data that never expires, so you can get online right away. The best part? You don’t need to spend thousands on new gear. Just grab your old router, pop in the SIM, and you’re good to go with a 5G-ready connection.
Key Features of the Smart Home WiFi SIM:
- 5G-Ready: Compatible with Smart’s expansive 5G network when paired with a 5G-capable router.
- No Expiry Data: Includes 2GB of non-expiring starter data that won’t disappear if left unused.
- App Integration: Users can manage data usage and register for heavy-consumption promos like ‘BIG DATA’ and ‘UNLI’ directly through the Smart App.
This SIM is perfect if you need a cheap way to get online at home, set up a temporary connection, or just want a backup for school or work—no contracts, no hassle.
Globe GFiber Prepaid via GrabMart: Two-Hour Fiber Installation
Globe is shaking things up by making its GFiber Prepaid service available through GrabMart. After testing it out, Globe now lets people in Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao order WiFi-on-demand straight from the Grab app.
Getting internet installed is now as quick as ordering groceries. Just search for ‘Globe GFiber Prepaid’ on GrabMart, order your fiber connection, and pick a time for installation. If you order before 3 PM, Globe promises a technician will show up and get you online in as little as two hours, depending on your area.
How the GFiber GrabMart Process Works:
- Order via App: Open the Grab app, tap GrabMart, and search for Globe GFiber Prepaid.
- Schedule: Choose a delivery and installation window directly in the app.
- Express Setup: A certified Globe technician arrives within a two-hour window to install the fiber line and activate the unlimited internet service.
This on-demand setup skips all the usual headaches of getting internet—no more trips to the store, paperwork, or waiting forever for someone to show up.
Frictionless Internet for the Modern Consumer
Both PH Telcos show it’s not just about speed anymore. People want internet that’s easy to get and hassle-free. Whether you’re spending less than ₱100 to bring an old router back to life or using an app to get fiber installed in two hours, getting connected in the Philippines is finally starting to fit the way we actually live.
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