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Globe vs Smart: Apple iPhone 8 and 8 Plus postpaid plans

Published

November 14, 2017

Daniel Morial

The two major wireless service providers in the Philippine have finally released their postpaid plans for the new Apple iPhone 8 and 8 Plus. Which provider offers the better deal? Let’s find out.

Globe and Smart are offering Apple’s latest smartphones to subscribers through regular postpaid plans for as cheap as Plan 500 or up to Plan 2499. Each plan has its inclusions and cash-out fees. In this comparison, we’re taking a look at the telcos’ recommended postpaid plans: ThePLAN 1799 for Globe and iPhone Plan 1999 for Smart.

iPhone 8 (64GB)

If we’re to avail ourselves of the Apple iPhone 8 (64GB), this is the breakdown:

	Globe	Smart
Plan	ThePLAN 1799	iPhone Plan 1999
Calls	Unlimited to Globe/TM	70 minutes to all networks
Texts	Unlimited to all networks	Unlimited to all networks
Data	11GB	12GB
Freebies	Netflix for 6 months Disney for 6 months Spotify Premium for 3 months w/ 1GB monthly allocation	Discounted calls to Smart/TNT (PhP 4/min) Free interchangeable monthly app
Device Fee	PhP 800/month	PhP 700/month
Total Monthly Fee	PhP 2,599	PhP 2,699
Contract Period	24 months	24 months
Total Cost	PhP 62,376	PhP 64,776

With Globe, their regular package of unlimited voice calls within their network is included, plus unlimited texts to any network in the country. For mobile data, they offer 11GB of open data, which means this is what you’ll use for any internet activity on your phone (i.e., streaming, browsing, downloading, or tethering). The usual freebies of Netflix, Disney, and Spotify subscriptions are included, as well. The device has a PhP 19,200 cash-out, but the telco offers it through a monthly installment of PhP 800 (either charged to your bill or your own credit card). As always, a standard 24-month contract is required. The phone and the plan will cost PhP 2,599 per month or PhP 62,376 for the whole contract period.

Smart’s plan is quite different. It has unlimited texts and 70 minutes of voice calls to all networks. If already consumed, users can enjoy discounted call rate of PhP 4 per minute to Smart/TNT. The plan has 12GB of open data with free monthly access to an app, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Viber, or Waze. It’s got a PhP 16,800 cash-out or PhP 700 monthly installment, which can be charged to your postpaid bill or credit card, too. A 24-month contract will be in effect with a total monthly fee of PhP 2,699 or PhP 64,776 for two years.

iPhone 8 Plus (64GB)

If you’re after the iPhone 8 Plus, it’ll be a bit more expensive:

	Globe	Smart
Plan	ThePLAN 1799	iPhone Plan 1999
Calls	Unlimited to Globe/TM	70 minutes to all networks
Texts	Unlimited to all networks	Unlimited to all networks
Data	11GB	12GB
Freebies	Netflix for 6 months Disney for 6 months Spotify Premium for 3 months w/ 1GB monthly allocation	Discounted calls to Smart/TNT (PhP 4/min) Free interchangeable monthly app
Device Fee	PhP 1,050/month	PhP 1,000/month
Total Monthly Fee	PhP 2,849	PhP 2,999
Contract Period	24 months	24 months
Total Cost	PhP 68,376	PhP 71,976

Since we’re still under the same postpaid plans on both telcos, nothing changed with the allocations. What’s different is the device fee, driving up the monthly and total cost of the plans.

Globe offers the bigger iPhone for PhP 25,200 or PhP 1,050 per month to make it lighter on the pocket. The total monthly fee is PhP 2,849 and will add up to PhP 68,376 over two years. Smart’s cash-out is slightly cheaper at PhP 24,000 or Php 1,000 per month, which means the total monthly fee is PhP 2,999. Doing the math, it’ll cost PhP 71,976 for the duration of the contract.

Which plan is better?

Availing yourself of a postpaid plan means getting into a two-year relationship, but you can always opt out for a fee. With Globe, you’ll get the best package if most of your contacts are also using the network, thanks to their unlimited calls and texts to Globe or TM. If you want a more business-like package, Smart’s calls and texts package to all networks is the better option. Call minutes are limited, but the discounted call rate to Smart and TNT is a nice offer. Data-wise, both are pretty much on par and they offer various data promos if you need more. You get better freebies with Globe, but if this is to be shared with your data allowance, you may want to get the streaming-only data promos.

The total cost of the plans on either phone doesn’t differ that much, which is good for subscribers. The choice between the two telcos will depend on your needs and also your circle of contacts. If re-contracting, you should ask about a loyalty offer.

You may check out the other postpaid plans of Globe and Smart on their respective websites. The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are up for pre-order, and will be available starting November 17.

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OPPO Reno11 F 5G: Get a free BSS postcard set

Two-in-one deal for Carats

Published

April 22, 2024

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Are you a Carat? Specifically, a Tteok Twi Soon? Every purchase of the OPPO Reno 11 F 5G now comes with a free BSS postcard set. That’s a two-in-one deal, especially if you’re a fan of the SEVENTEEN subgroup.

Named as OPPO’s latest Portrait Expert ambassadors specifically for the Reno11 series, BSS has risen to popularity with hit songs like “Just Do It”, “Fighting (Feat. Lee Young Ji)”, and “7 PM (Feat. Peder Elias)”.

The Reno 11 F 5G, meanwhile, is still one of the top affordable mid-rangers in the market today at just PhP 18,999. It comes with a 64MP Ultra-Clear Triple Camera, 120Hz AMOLED borderless display, and a lot more capable features.

For the rest of the Reno11 F 5G’s specs and features, read: OPPO Reno11 F 5G: Price, availability in the Philippines

Customers may choose between Coral Purple, Ocean Blue, and Palm Green. Each postcard set includes includes two postcards each of BSS members DK, Hoshi, and Seungkwan.

To avail of this promo, head to the following OPPO Brand Stores:

SM North EDSAd
SM City Manila
SM Mall of Asia
SM Megamall
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SM Cubao
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Alternatively, fans may shop online via OPPO’s official Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop stores. Installment via HomeCredit is likewise an accepted payment option.

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Limited time only: PMC offers free shipping nationwide

Don’t miss this promo

Published

April 19, 2024

Levi Verora Jr

Power Mac Center is offering free shipping nationwide this weekend as part of their Fri-YAY Finds promo. Products such as MacBook, iPhone, and iPad cases may be purchased through the PMC website, Lazada, and Shopee.

Although the name of the promo suggests customers may only avail of several products this Friday, PMC has extended the promo period to April 21, giving consumers more time.

What’s great about the promo is there is no cap on the shipping discount, as long as the three-piece order requirement is met. So if you’re still looking for accessories to match your Apple products, now is definitely the time.

Participating PMC products include Apple MacBook cases and sleeves, iPhone and iPad cases, Apple Watch straps, charging cables, and power adapters. Moreover, multiport adapters from the following brands are also available:

Cygnett
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Free shipping promos are a big factor for online shoppers always looking for the best deals on the internet. Make sure you don’t miss this promo if you’re an Apple user.

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Play Assassin’s Creed Mirage for FREE

For a limited time

Published

April 17, 2024

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If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to try Assassin’s Creed Mirage, that opportunity has come. The game is available for free trial on the PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, Ubisoft Store, and the Epic Games Store. The promotion will be available from April 17 to 30.

During the Free Trial, players will have access to the first two (2) hours of the. Progression will carry over if they purchase the game.

Players streaming will be able to get and offer to their viewers an exclusive reward: Basim Valhalla Sword, if they stream during the Free Trial period. This unique sword is Basim’s weapon from his later years in England.

Discounts will also be available on PC via Ubisoft Connect only. From April 17t to 24 , Assassin’s Creed Mirage Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition will be 40% off.

Assassin’s Creed Mirage

Assassin’s Creed Mirage spins a tale centered around an already established character, rather than a blank slate like Valhalla’s Eivor. It follows Basim Ibn Ishaq, a character introduced in Valhalla. Taking place before the events of the previous game, Mirage has the assassin root out the Order in 9^th-century Baghdad, a setting familiar to those who played the original title in 2007.