Globe Telecom has revealed its new product offers and innovations during the Globe Innovation Fest (GIF) 2022.
During the hybrid event held via Globe Virtual Hangouts Metaverse, the telco introduced upcoming events and offers that customers will anticipate in the coming months.
Globe Group President and CEO Ernest Cu said that they are "dedicated to improving the lives of Filipinos by giving them the latest innovations, products, and solutions to address their pain points." He added that their customers "have access to a rich ecosystem of services across health, finance, education, e-commerce, and entertainment, among others." And through all of these digital solutions, they aim to deliver the kind of service and care that their customers can count on.
World-class entertainment
Globe announced several events that will provide Filipinos with exciting entertainment opportunities at the GIF.
Globe is thrilled to be the first telecommunications provider in the Philippines to offer the video streaming service, Disney+. On November 17, 2022, Filipinos will finally have access to Disney+'s incredible collection of general entertainment content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and Star. Download the GlobeOne app for more information and to register.
Erben Pilapil-Tuazon, Portfolio Director at Globe's Get Entertained Tribe, also announced Globe's partnership with Tap Digital Media Ventures Corp (TapDMV) for the Philippine broadcast of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 on TapGO TV Pay Per View this November and December. TapDMV is the sole Philippine licensee of FIFA for live streaming of the event.
Globe customers and GCash users can purchase an All-Access pass to the World Cup via TapGo TV pay-per-view for PHP 1,999 with a PHP 100 rebate as a result of the partnership.
As on-site events make a comeback, Globe has also prepared an exciting lineup of concerts and activities that customers will surely enjoy.
Globe's Strategic Sponsorships and Partnerships Manager Denisse Arao announced the highly anticipated return of K -pop supergroup BLACKPINK, who will be performing in Manila on March 25 and 26, 2023, as part of their Born Pink World Tour. Users of Globe should stay tuned for exclusive offers, early access, merchandise giveaways, and one-of-a-kind on-location experiences.
In addition, Thailand's biggest stars Bright (Vachirawit Chivaaree), Win (Metawin Opas-iamkajorn), Dew Jirawat, and Nani Harunkit will visit the Philippines to perform for their Filipino fans. The boys will perform a concert on November 19 and participate in an exclusive Globe customer event on November 20, according to Globe Prepaid Brand Manager Jam Ng.
The Head in the Clouds Festival, the largest Asian-centric festival in America, will be held for the first time in the Philippines on December 9 and 10, 2022, focusing on the brightest Filipino talents. Customers of Globe are eligible to win tickets through various raffle promos.
And for the annual Holiday Celebration in Bonifacio Global City, Globe will host events for its customers at the Serenade Concert on 5th Avenue, BGC, every Saturday from November 26 to December 17. The concert will feature Zack Tabudlo, Unique, Adie, and OPM icon Jose Mari Chan, the singer behind some of the nation's most popular holiday songs.
In addition to the concerts, Globe Kmmunity members recently competed for the title of Kmmunity Kreator by showcasing their talents inspired by their favorite K-stars. On December 3 and 4, 2022, the winners will be announced at the KmmunityPH K'tizens Choice Awards. Each of the four (4) winners will receive PHP 25,000 in GCash credits and PHP 2,000 in Shopee vouchers. Furthermore, they will become official #HallyuTalkPH content creators for TikTok and KmmunityPH Ambassadors.
Moreover, 0917 Lifestyle was relaunched as a gadget and apparel brand with a focus on bridging online and offline life for everyone. According to Gladys Rojas, 0917's Lifestyle Head, everything on their online platforms can now be seen and experienced in person at their new pop-up store on High Street in BGC.
Product offers and innovations
In addition to providing hope, growth, and enjoyment, Globe's innovations propel life forward.
Anne David, the head of integrated marketing for Globe Business, discussed Globe for Education's search for Heroes of Learning, an initiative to recognize those who have championed learning despite the everyday challenges they have faced due to the use of technology.
Globe has also partnered with Google Philippines to upskill Filipinos by offering scholarships through Google Career Certificates, a program that provides Globe Prepaid and TM customers with access to IT certificate courses.
Globe provides customers with a variety of innovative and affordable connectivity options.
Globe At Home Postpaid Marketing Lead for Online Channel, Moriah Ganzon, shared Globe's pioneering avenue for connectivity, TMBayan Fiber WiFi, a prepaid WiFi service that aims to provide dependable and affordable fiber connectivity in communities for as low as PHP 50 unlimited for 3 days.
Globe At Home has also made access to fiber connectivity fast and instant via the new GFiber online channel, which provides end-to-end digital support, from application to installation guarantee within 24 hours and real-time technician tracking. Disney+ Premium Plan will soon be available to new and existing customers who upgrade to GFiber Unli Plan 2,499 or higher GFiber Unli plans.
Globe At Home will also be among the first in Southeast Asia to offer Fiber-To-The-Room (FTTR) technology, which provides an ultra-fast and ultra-seamless WiFi connection with ten times the speed and coverage of traditional WiFi networks and the ability to support up to 128 device connections. Existing Globe At Home customers can easily add this service to their monthly bills. With FTTR-enhanced GFiber Unli plans, the digital experience at home will reach an entirely new level.
On the other hand, Globe Prepaid Portfolio Head Anna Baldos explained how the new Go+ promos' freebie offerings assist Gen Zs in claiming their future. Go+ provides customers with an additional 8GB for their favorite apps and websites, allowing them to pursue their passions. In addition, it enables them to purchase their new necessities online with exclusive lifestyle vouchers from e-commerce apps.
Globe Prepaid discussed Virtual Hangouts Metaverse in light of Globe's ongoing industry-leading initiatives. The platform provides first-in-country metaverse and hybrid experiences for passion-driven Gen Zs to improve their tech engagement and provide them with valuable learning opportunities to turn their passions into careers.
At the same time, Globe again paves the way for Filipinos to live a life without boundaries by introducing innovations in Web3 and the metaverse that facilitate immersive experiences. It has partnered with MetaverseGo to provide exclusive access to Metaverse and redemption of GUDI squad NFTs with Globe Rewards points so that the community can be the first to experience the new virtual space.
Globe also endeavors to make each day a victory for players.
Globe gaming ranges from casual to serious. Globe GoGAMES is a simple and entertaining way for customers to earn rewards points by playing casual games on the GlobeOne app.
During a Fireside Chat with Jed Reyes-Cuerva, Portfolio Manager for Games and Esports, Globe revealed that it recently served as the primary presenter for the Electronic Sports and Gaming Summit (ESGS), the nation's premier gaming convention, which returned to the physical realm this year.
Globe strives continually to improve the lives of Filipinos by making each day easier, simpler, more rewarding, and more satisfying.
The Globe of Good ecosystem provides nutrition, upskilling, a means of subsistence, and education to those in need and provides customers with the opportunity to contribute. Through the Hapag Movement, for example, customers can donate Rewards points or GCash to provide food and support for the livelihoods of those who are experiencing involuntary hunger.
With the GlobeOne App, customers can also unlock rewarding experiences that will allow them to maximize every day.
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