{"id":23172,"date":"2024-05-01T04:00:03","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T04:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/?p=23172"},"modified":"2024-04-30T16:18:23","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T16:18:23","slug":"smart-5g-data-traffic-soars-thanks-to-network-expansion-and-affordable-devices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/smart-5g-data-traffic-soars-thanks-to-network-expansion-and-affordable-devices\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart 5G Data Traffic Soars Thanks to Network Expansion and Affordable Devices"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Smart 5G Data Traffic Soars Thanks to Network Expansion and Affordable Devices<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"main-content ng-trigger ng-trigger-routeChangeAnimation ng-star-inserted\">\n<div class=\"content-container ng-tns-c3679268652-0\">\n<div class=\"chat-container ng-tns-c2263691302-1 ng-star-inserted\">\n<div id=\"chat-history\" class=\"chat-history-scroll-container ng-tns-c2263691302-1\">\n<div class=\"conversation-container ng-tns-c2263691302-1 ng-star-inserted\">\n<div class=\"response-container ng-tns-c4029313283-115 ng-star-inserted response-container-has-multiple-responses\">\n<div class=\"presented-response-container ng-tns-c4029313283-115\">\n<div class=\"response-container-content ng-tns-c4029313283-115 tunable-selection-with-avatar\">\n<div class=\"response-content ng-tns-c4029313283-115\">\n<div class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<p data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:363\">Filipinos are embracing the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/five-reasons-to-switch-to-a-smart-esim-and-level-up-your-mobile-experience\/\"><em><strong>power of 5G<\/strong><\/em><\/a>! Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), a subsidiary of PLDT Inc. (PLDT), the country&#8217;s leading integrated telco network, reports a significant surge in 5G data traffic. This growth is attributed to Smart&#8217;s award-winning 5G network and its efforts to make 5G technology more accessible.<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:363\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23173\" src=\"http:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Smart-5G.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Smart-5G.png 550w, https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Smart-5G-300x180.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:42\"><strong>5G Data Traffic Nearly Doubles in 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:245\">Throughout 2023, Smart saw a remarkable <strong>95% increase<\/strong> in average quarterly 5G data traffic compared to the previous year. This trend continued into the final quarter, with a <strong>16% increase<\/strong> in average monthly data traffic on the 5G network.<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:55\"><strong>Driving Factors: Affordability and Network Coverage<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:48\">Smart attributes this growth to two key factors:<\/p>\n<ul data-sourcepos=\"13:1-15:0\">\n<li data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:212\"><strong>The arrival of new, more affordable 5G devices:<\/strong> As 5G smartphones become more accessible, Filipino users are now able to experience the benefits of this next-generation technology without breaking the bank.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"14:1-15:0\"><strong>The continued push of Postpaid Unli5G Signature plans:<\/strong> Smart&#8217;s attractive data plans provide users with ample data allocation, allowing them to maximize the capabilities of 5G connectivity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"16:1-16:345\"><strong>Alex O. Caeg, Head of Smart Consumer Wireless Business<\/strong>, emphasizes Smart&#8217;s commitment to providing Filipinos with value-packed mobile experiences. &#8220;We ensure our offers are relevant and affordable, while also making the latest handsets more accessible. This allows our subscribers to easily upgrade and enjoy the benefits of 5G technology.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"18:1-18:48\"><strong>Best 5G Coverage Experience Fuels Data Usage<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"20:1-20:331\">Smart&#8217;s network infrastructure plays a crucial role in enabling this 5G data traffic surge. The company was recently recognized by independent analytics firm Opensignal for delivering the <strong>Philippines&#8217; Best 5G Coverage Experience<\/strong>. This distinction highlights Smart&#8217;s commitment to expanding its network reach across the nation.<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"22:1-22:310\">&#8220;Smart&#8217;s mobile network covers 97% of the population,&#8221; says Caeg. &#8220;This extensive coverage, coupled with PLDT&#8217;s vast fiber infrastructure, provides a solid foundation for our 5G services. Our efforts to expand network reach are clearly paying off, as evidenced by the significant increase in 5G data traffic.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"24:1-24:61\"><strong>Bridging the Digital Divide and Supporting National Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"26:1-26:410\">Smart 5G Data Traffic Soars on enhanced mobile products and services aligns with the PLDT Group&#8217;s mission to narrow the digital divide and provide connectivity for all Filipinos. This initiative supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), particularly <strong>SDG No. 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure<\/strong>. Additionally, Smart&#8217;s efforts contribute to the government&#8217;s overall digitalization thrust.<\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"28:1-28:147\"><strong>By providing Filipinos with affordable 5G access and a robust network, Smart is paving the way for a more connected and innovative Philippines.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bottom-container ng-tns-c2263691302-1 ng-star-inserted\">\n<div class=\"input-area-container ng-tns-c2263691302-1 ng-star-inserted\">\n<div class=\"input-area ng-tns-c1738687784-2 ng-trigger ng-trigger-inputAreaRevealAnimation\" data-node-type=\"input-area\">\n<div class=\"text-input-field ng-tns-c1738687784-2\">\n<div class=\"action-wrapper ng-tns-c1738687784-2\">\n<div class=\"input-buttons-wrapper-bottom ng-tns-c1738687784-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Smart 5G Data Traffic Soars Thanks to Network Expansion and Affordable Devices Filipinos are embracing the power of 5G! Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), a subsidiary of PLDT Inc. (PLDT), the country&#8217;s leading integrated telco network, reports a significant surge in 5G data traffic. This growth is attributed to Smart&#8217;s award-winning 5G network and its efforts&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":23173,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1629],"tags":[1790,1793,1795,1791,1792,1794,1797,192,1789,1796],"class_list":["post-23172","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","tag-5g-data-traffic","tag-affordable-5g-devices","tag-digital-divide","tag-mobile-network","tag-network-coverage","tag-opensignal","tag-philippines-digitalization","tag-pldt","tag-smart-philippines","tag-un-sdgs"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23172","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23172"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23172\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23176,"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23172\/revisions\/23176"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23173"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23172"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23172"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23172"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}