StackLeague launches Pro and Student Leagues for Season 3!

MANILA, Philippines – StackLeague, the largest online programming league in the Philippines, is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Season 3! On February 10, participants from all over the Philippines will gather to take part in the season kickoff at Microsoft Philippines in Makati City. (more…)

Pitaka integrates Transak and Unstoppable Domains to make buying crypto easier

Transak and Unstoppable Domains will seamlessly integrate within the Pitaka, the digital wallet developed by Filipino-led web3 firm Tetrix, providing customers with a simple and convenient way to buy crypto. (more…)

Globe’s Guide for Pinoy travelers on getting the best roaming experience while in the US

Globe's Guide for Pinoy travelers on getting the best roaming experience while in the U.S.

Planning a trip to the US? Have the best time with Globe via our partner networks T-Mobile and AT&T.

Staying connected is easy with Globe‘s wide range of Roam Surf offers for as low as ₱149/day! Choose from all-access data packs like Roam Surf Longer Stay or app-only data packs like Roam Facebook, Roam Viber and Roam WhatsApp. These data roaming offers are available with both AT&T and T-Mobile.

Aside from data, regular calls and texts are also available with T-Mobile which still supports 2G services.

Early this year, AT&T decommissioned its 3G network technology while its 2G network has already been shut down since 2017. Because of this network reconfiguration, Globe roamers in the USA can no longer make and receive regular calls and send and receive text messages via AT&T.

In case you need to use calls and texts, customers have the option to manually select T-Mobile:

  • Android users may simply go to Settings > Mobile Network > SIM Info & Settings > Carrier, then untoggle “Auto Select” for the device to scan other networks available in the area. This may take a while until all networks are loaded. Choose T-Mobile as your preferred network.
  • For iPhone users, go to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Plans > Network Selection > then untoggle “Automatic” and then choose T-Mobile. For Prepaid customers, it’s recommended to set your phone to 2G mode if you don’t have any active Roam Surf subscription.

If AT&T signal is stronger in the area where you’re located, affordable data roaming promos are available for you to choose from so you can make and receive calls and messages through your favorite messaging apps like Facebook Messenger, Viber, WhatsApp, or WeChat.

“As our global partners shut down their 2G and 3G technologies, we want to ensure that our customers will still have a worry-free roaming experience while abroad. We’ve made Roam Surf more affordable even for long trips so they can stay reachable and always online for the entire duration of their stay,” said Coco Domingo, Vice President, Globe Postpaid and International Business.

Subscribing to roaming promos is now made easier with the GlobeOne app. Once registered, you can easily track your usage via the app’s main dashboard.

To see the list of countries where 2G and 3G are no longer available and learn more about Globe roaming services, visit globe.com.ph/international/roaming.html

DHSUD announces ₱216 billion in interest subsidies for ordinary families at SHDA’s National Developers Convention 2022

10 October 2022 – Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) Secretary Jose Acuzar announced that the government would provide ₱216 billion worth of interest subsidies for Filipinos who will be settlers of its six million housing project in the next six years during the Subdivision and Housing Developers Association’s (SHDA) 30th National Developers Convention on October 5, 2022, at the Grand Hyatt Manila in Taguig City. (more…)

Power Mac Center opens iPhone 14 pre-orders with huge deals

Gears up for the return of the midnight launch in-store after three years

It’s here, Apple fans! Well, almost.

The long wait is almost over as Apple Premium Reseller Power Mac Center (PMC) just announced it is opening pre-orders for the highly anticipated iPhone 14 family. As in previous releases, it is packed full of perks for the faithful ones and switchers alike, and we’re looking at the comeback of the traditional midnight launch after three years. (more…)

Reload your beep™ via ShopeePay

beep™ operator AF Payments Inc. is bringing commuters another option to top up their card with its newest e-wallet partner ShopeePay. By using ShopeePay for beep transactions, users can enjoy the convenience of reloading in a few taps and even earn cash-back during special promotions.

“Our priority has always been to provide convenience to passengers. By partnering with a leading e-commerce platform like Shopee, which is widely used by Filipinos for online shopping, we aim to offer flexibility and consistently add value for our users so they keep using their cards. Rest assured that beep™ will continue to grow our network of partners to provide the best service to the riding public and Filipino consumers in general,” said Sharon Fong, Chief Commercial Officer of AF Payments Inc. (more…)