Globe ready to compete, fundamental strategy to continue

Globe Telecom will remain focused on its strategy of delivering superior, relevant services to its customers, and build on the momentum that has been created since the second half of 2010. This statement was made in reaction to the recent announcement that Digitel and PLDT / Smart are combining forces in the mobile, fixed line, and broadband space.

Ernest L. Cu, Globe President and CEO, said “The Digitel and PLDT merger will not fundamentally change our strategy. We stand ready to compete, and to defend and grow our market share. This industry has always been intensely competitive, and we have been a strong challenger to a dominant incumbent all this time. We will continue to focus on delivering relevant products to our retail and corporate customers, providing differentiated customer service, and enhancing our network to deliver the best experience possible to our subscribers”, said Mr. Cu.

 

HP Twice as Many Prints promo showers consumers with grander prizes

HP once again sets the stage for fun and excitement with the Twice as Many Prints with Original Inks promo that offers an even grander roster of prizes. Hiking up the thrill in its fourth year, HP Twice as Many Prints promo lets consumers of HP Original Inks take home premium HP printers, gift certificates, and ultimate business and lifestyle treats.

“The HP Twice as Many Prints promo is our way of giving back to loyal patrons of HP Original Inks. Through the promo, consumers are able to get twice as much with the superior-quality prints, high page yield and savings from HP Original Inks, as well as this year’s big prizes that are up for grabs,” said Armando Pascual, General Manager for Imaging and Printing Group, HP Philippines.

 

Globe makes calling abroad more affordable

Globe Telecom announced that it will continue to provide more affordable rates for international services, as many families of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) here in the Philippines seek affordable means to immediately get in touch with loved-ones abroad.

“In these times of uncertainties in other parts of the world, we recognize the need to stay in constant touch with friends and relatives who are overseas, with more options available, making IDD calls from the Philippines to the world has become even more affordable” said Richie Sison, Head of Overseas Filipino Communities and Alliances, Consumer Marketing of Globe Telecom, “The mobile phone is still the most immediate way of contacting loved-ones abroad and we are making our international services available to help ease the worries of our kababayan both here and abroad.”

 

Globe Business: Delivering customized solutions to SMEs nationwide

Globe Business offers small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) nationwide a one-stop-shop for all their communication needs. Only Globe Business provides wireless, wired, and broadband solutions to entrepreneurs so they get a complete package that can be customized to their specific requirements.

SMEs are assisted by Globe Business’ Account Managers who offer consultancy to help them find solutions that fit their needs. It’s the Account Managers that make it easy and convenient to get the right solutions that would help SMEs grow their businesses and profits.

 

New Negostar deals offer savings to SMEs

Globe Business provides a complete suite of wired, wireless and broadband solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) nationwide. As a one-stop-shop for all the communication needs of entrepreneurs, it is launching new Negostar deals exclusively for SME customers. Available starting March 21, these offers bring down the price of mobile packages and introduce affordable mobile and broadband solutions for entrepreneurs.

“Only Globe offers total business solutions that put together mobile voice and data as well as broadband services all in one package. We created these solutions especially for the SMEs to give them the added boost that they need to optimize their processes and serve their clients better, “said Manny Aligada, Head of Corporate and SME Segments at Globe Business.

 

Microsoft Drives Filipinos’ passion for a more innovative Web with Global Developer Challenge

Microsoft Philippines announced the start of the Microsoft Global Developer Challenge open to Filipino developers, allowing them to unleash their passion in creating a more innovative Web and showcase their talent all over the world.

To join, participants can choose between the ‘Gaming’ and ‘Music’ categories and submit a screenshot of the Web application that they developed.

For the gaming category, Microsoft hopes developers will push the limits of a modern browser and create games that are fun and addictive. Microsoft worked with Mike Mignola, the creator of Hellboy, to license his characters exclusively for the developers to use to create their HTML5 game in order to help developers get started and give them some inspiration.

 

Globe launches first-ever unlimited text offer to all networks

Globe Telecom introduces the biggest and most innovative offer available for postpaid subscribers today. Introducing GLOBE MYSUPERTXTALL, the latest service that allows users to send unlimited text messages to all their friends from all networks.

Exclusive to Globe Postpaid subscribers, GLOBE MYSUPERTXTALL enables constant connection among users without the need for an extra phone or SIM. Now, users can get in touch with all 84 million mobile subscribers nationwide through unlimited text messaging – either from Smart, Sun, Globe, TM, Talk ‘n Text or Red Mobile.

 

Lenovo Offers Free Computer Training To OFWs And Their Families

Beginning March, Lenovo will provide complimentary computer training lessons to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their dependents or relatives to enhance their personal computer (PC) skills for increased career and business opportunities in a technology-savvy society.

The initiative is a result of Lenovo’s partnership with Microsoft Philippines, the Overseas Workers Welfare Association (OWWA) and the Blas F. Ople Training Center and is aimed at leveraging technology to empower and enable greater career confidence.

 

D-Link Reveals DCS-7410 & DCS-7510

D-Link, one of the world’s largest suppliers of network products, unveils the newest member to their IP Surveillance Camera range – D-Link SecuriCam (DCS-7410 & DCS-7510). The DCS-7410 & DCS-7510 are outdoor network cameras equipped with High-Resolution Sony CCD image sensors for better performance under varied lighting conditions. The camera includes infrared LEDs for night vision illumination and a removable infrared-cut-filter (only DCS-7510) to enable 24 hour surveillance. With IP66 certified weatherproof enclosures, these cameras can be safely deployed for outdoor environment. 802.af compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) eases the installation process by providing both data and power through a single cable. The cameras provide DI/DO interfaces for connection to external devices such as IR sensors, switches and alarm relays for effective surveillance.