Globe adds 35 areas in most consistent fixed broadband network rating in Q3– Ookla

As concrete proof of its service quality and commitment, Globe has achieved recognition as the Most Consistent Fixed Broadband Provider in 33 towns and cities and two provinces nationwide for the third quarter of the year based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data. This follows Globe’s achievement in the previous quarter where it secured the top spot in 31 locations.

Consistency pertains to the percentage of a provider’s data samples that meet minimum thresholds for both download and upload speeds. High consistency scores indicate better and more stable internet performance.

Among the impressive scores across the country, Dangcagan, Bukidnon leads with 90.76, closely followed by San Luis, Pampanga at 90.55, and Mandaluyong, Metro Manila at 89.21. 

Why is Globe your Mobile leader? Let me count the ways

In an era where connectivity has become an essential part of life, you deserve a partner that not only provides unparalleled service but also understands your evolving needs. Globe stands tall as that partner, leading the way in the mobile industry and ensuring that every step you take in the digital world is supported, secure, and seamless.

Dive in to discover why Globe is the mobile leader you've been searching for.

1. Reliable Mobile Network

Have you faced those frustrating moments of dropped calls or slow internet? With Globe, those moments are a thing of the past. Recognized as the Most Reliable Mobile Network in the Philippines by Ookla® five times in a row, Globe ensures that your call and online experiences are smooth and uninterrupted. Whether you're working from home, attending an online class, or simply streaming your favorite show, Globe has got you covered.

Globe’s Mobile supremacy: A sum of many parts, undefeated in multiple wins

Globe has once again proven its unparalleled dominance in the telco industry with a series of wins that reflect different facets of excellence. The sum of these parts solidifies Globe's position as the foremost mobile network in the country.

Globe’s commitment to mobile network reliability has been acknowledged five times in a row by Ookla®, the global leader in internet testing and analysis, with Globe achieving the highest Consistency Score™ and availability in all-technology mobile networks. 

All the best in one telco super brand: Globe brings together strength, reliability, sustainability, and brand love

Everyone deserves a reliable connection, services that innovate, and a company that listens. Globe's latest achievements are more than accolades; they are the company's commitment to making your life better.

As a super brand that brings together strength, reliability, sustainability, and brand love, here's what Globe’s milestones mean for you:

Reliable Connectivity in Your Hands

Ever experienced service interruptions while using your mobile device? Being named the Most Reliable Mobile Network in the Philippines by Ookla®, Globe ensures that your connection remains consistent so you can work, learn, and play without worries.

Globe named Most Reliable Mobile Network in PH for four straight quarters

Leading digital solutions platform Globe started 2023 on a high, emerging as the Most Reliable Mobile Network in the Philippines for the fourth straight quarter, according to global leader in fixed broadband and mobile network testing applications Ookla.

Based on Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® Q1 2023 data, Globe continued to dominate the industry, obtaining the highest consistency scores since the second quarter of last year.

Reliability is an elusive recognition in the industry, with only a few telecom providers from around the world getting this rating. It is also the most sought-after attribute of network performance that has a clear impact on customer experience.

Data released by Ookla revealed that Globe achieved the highest All Technology Consistency Score of 83.39 percent in the first quarter of 2023, an improvement from the 83.13 percent it achieved in the fourth quarter of last year. Competitors followed with 81.52 percent and 75.10 percent.

Philippines has the 5th fastest internet in Southeast Asia -Ookla®

PLDT,Fastest Broadband in PH Since 2018

The Philippines ranks as having 5th fastest internet in Southeast Asia based on the latest Speedtest® Global Index report from internet analysis firm Ookla.

“The Philippines has been steadily climbing in the rankings on the Speedtest GlobalIndex,” said Sylwia Kechiche, principal analyst at Ookla. “This is on account of the Philippine operators' investments to modernize and upgrade their copper infrastructure and the activemigration of customers to fiber, as well as connecting many first-time users.”

Anne Curtis, Jane de Leon team up in Smart's new powerful campaign

Bannering the best customer experience that subscribers enjoy on the Smart network, multi-hyphenate star Anne Curtis and rising actress Jane de Leon have suited up as two powerful superheroes in Smart’s latest campaign video, revealing its groundbreaking “Best Mobile Network” recognition from Ookla®, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence.

A first for a mobile operator in the Philippines, the “Best Mobile Network” award was given to Smart after winning Fastest Mobile Network and Best Mobile Coverage for Q1 to Q2 2022. 

“We want to celebrate this milestone by putting together two of today's remarkable women—this generation’s Dyosa and Darna—in one campaign that shows just how Filipinos are empowered with the best mobile experience on the Smart network. Anne has been a long-time Smart user and endorser while Jane is excited to further explore the power of Smart. Like Anne and Jane, we want our customers to enjoy the same powerful experience,” said Francis E. Flores, SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business - Individual at Smart.

Ookla: Globe is most consistent PH mobile operator for Q1 2022

Leading digital solutions platform Globe was the most consistent Philippine mobile operator in the first quarter of the year, according to global analytics firm Ookla®. In addition to this, Globe also won the best 5G mobile video award for the period of Q3-Q4 2021.

This translates to a better video experience for Globe customers using social media and streaming platforms such as Facebook Live, Netflix, and YouTube and those engaged in online gaming.

Based on the latest Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data in the country, Globe had a nationwide consistency score of 79.45 from January to March 2022 compared to 70.43 in the same period last year.  The upward trend continues as Globe’s current

Put your Internet speeds to the test using Ookla® Speedtest ®

The need for faster internet connection at home continues to grow even as the country slowly eases out of the pandemic. This makes it more important for consumers to ensure that their internet service providers (ISPs) are delivering as promised by using an unbiased third-party service, like Speedtest® by Ookla®.

The Ookla Speedtest Awards™, which recently named PLDT Home the fastest ISP among key cities in the country, is the most respected online service of its kind. Popular among ordinary consumers and IT professionals alike, it is free and easy to use and has become an unbiased means to compare ISP speeds worldwide. 

Smart reasserts dominance as the Philippines' Fastest 5G Mobile Network

PLDT wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is the country's fastest 5G network in the Philippines for the first half of 2021, according to the latest report by Ookla®, the global leader in internet testing and analytics. 

Smart has also reasserted its dominance as the Philippines' fastest mobile network for the fourth year in a row, based on analysis by Ookla of tests taken with Speedtest® covering the first half of 2021.  

Smart won the Fastest Mobile Network Award with a Speed ScoreTM of 44.70, a big leap from previous year where Speed ScoreTM was at 24.99, based on 4,949,931 user-initiated tests taken with Speedtest in the Philippines for the period Q1-Q2 2021.   

Meanwhile, in the newly released Fastest 5G Mobile Award report, Smart notched the top place in the country with a Speed ScoreTM of 204.81, posting median download and upload speeds of 220.66 Mbps and 20.61 Mbps, respectively based on 237,142 user-initiated 5G tests taken with Speedtest in the Philippines for the period Q1-Q2 2021.  

Converge is the most consistent fixed internet in serviceable regions in Q2 of 2021

Ookla®, the global leader in internet testing and analysis, recently verified Converge ICT Solutions Inc. as the most consistent fixed internet provider* in six regions, including Metro Manila, based on the recent Ookla Speedtest Intelligence® analysis for the second quarter of the year. The other regions with consistent Converge internet connectivity are Calabarzon (Cavite-Laguna-Batangas-Rizal-Quezon), Ilocos, Central Luzon, Bicol and the Cordillera Administrative Region.

Converge garnered a consistency score of 79.46%*. This score measures the percentage of a provider’s samples that equals or exceeds a fixed threshold of 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload. 

PH continues to rise in global Speedtest rankings Ookla® June 2021 data

The Philippines continues to rise up the global speed rankings, being among the top 100 globally in both mobile and fixed download speeds, based on Ookla’s Speedtest® Global Index* June 2021 data.

The country is currently at the 75th spot in the world on mobile, climbing 2 notches with an average mobile download speed of 32.84 Mbps. This, likewise, is the 11th month the country has shown consistently improving average mobile download speeds.

For fixed, the country rose 3 spots to 62nd place, with an average fixed download speed of 66.55 Mbps and an average fixed upload speed of 66.86 Mbps.

Converge ICT Delivers Most Consistent Fixed Internet in Five Regions, According to Ookla

Pure End-to-End Fiber Network Continues to Perform at High Level

Ookla, the worldwide leader in internet testing and analysis, has recently verified that Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (PSE: CNVRG) offers the most consistent fixed internet performance* in the following regions: Metro Manila, Central Luzon, Calabarzon, Ilocos, and the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) - for the first quarter of 2021. 

Converge’s outstanding network performance has been attributed mainly to the consistent performance that customers experienced in their standard plans. Ookla Speedtest Intelligence® data for Q1 2021 shows the average download speeds of Converge is at 42.93 Mbps**, which is representative of actual plans subscribed to by its subscribers.