Devices & Platforms

Devices & Platforms

Globe, Google offering free Internet access on Android phones

Globe Telecom has partnered with Google to launch Android One in the Philippines.

Aimed at driving smartphone adoption and internet access, the portfolio of devices runs using the latest Android 5.1 software, and purchasers will receive incentives such as data allowances.

Globe customers purchasing the latest Android One devices such as Cherry Mobile Uno and MyPhone One will get free 100MB of mobile data connectivity per month for six (6) months. Aside from using mobile data to access the internet on their phones, it will also help ensure their devices automatically update to the latest version of Android. This means devices running on Android One will have the most up-to-date version of Android as it becomes available.

“As the leading digital service provider in the country, we want the continuing shift to a digital lifestyle to be more inclusive by providing free internet on superior but reasonably-priced devices. We are confident this initiative will get more Filipinos to embrace the smartphone and data revolution,” Globe Senior Vice President for Consumer Mobile Marketing Issa Cabreira said.

While smartphone and other mobile devices are increasingly becoming more affordable, the experience in some of the entry-level phones may not be as seamless, as their operating system has limited or no access to the latest software updates and apps. As Android One’s operating system is always up to date, it promises to give a faster and smoother smartphone experience for the customers.

“Data connections have been a serious barrier to getting the internet into more people’s hands. We are thrilled about the commitment of Globe to reduce costs on app updates and downloads for people with Android One phones — a key step to making extraordinary smartphone technology more accessible and affordable,” said Caesar Sengupta, Google Vice President for Product Management.

 



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