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How to Register Sun Unlimited Internet?

I already wrote about how to register to the unlimited internet in SMART (Unlisurf) and Globe (Supersurf) networks. Now, I’m going to show how to register Sun Unlimited Internet Broadband.

First, you have to insert your prepaid SUN Broadband SIM card in a mobile device that can access its SMS ability. It could be a simple cell phone, smartphone, pocket wifi, dongle, or Broadband Plug-it device. The last three devices should be connected to a computer to reach the SMS Menu.

Once inserted, wait until the signal stabilizes. Then send the following codes to 247.

i50 – 1 day sun unlimited internet

i50 ON - 1 day sun unlimited internet – recurring every 7 days

i100 – 3 days sun unlimited internet

i250 – 7 days sun unlimited internet

The i50 costs 51 pesos, the i100 registration costs 101 Pesos, and so on and so fort. The extra 1 peso is for registration charge.

Sun Cellular

Sun Unlimited Internet Speed vs SMART vs Globe

I don’t have data from a systematic test that will give us conclusive answer on who among the three telcos provides the fastest speed and most reliable internet connection. But based on experience and feedback from other users, I concluded the following:

1. If you are located in a place where there is good Sun 3G signal, then Sun Broadband is the best choice for you. It offers the cheapest and the most stable connection among the three. The reason behind is that Sun Cellular has the newest mobile telecommunication equipment among the three networks.

2. If you are mobile and shifts place often, the best choice probably is SMART. SMART Bro has the widest coverage among the three options.

3. If the only 3G Signal available in your place is Globe, then choose Globe. Based on my experience, Globe has the worst service among the three.

Cellular Signal is Not Always 3G

There is a common misconception among users about cellular signal. Most think that if there is a call and text signal in a place, then you can have internet connection. But that’s not always true. Cellular network technology are classified into several types or categories. For example, Call and Text signals are just GSM networks that are designed to handle voice calls and SMS only. For internet connection, you should have at least an EDGE or the more common 3G signal. 3G networks provides the required bandwidth to transfer internet data (video, text, images, audio, etc). To make sure that your place has a coverage for mobile internet connectivity, visit the nearest sales office of your chosen provider.

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Smart Nexus 7 Is Bundled With Pocket Wifi Plan

Smart Communications is set to offer Google Nexus 7 to the Philippines bundled with Smart Bro Flexisurf Pocket WiFi plan 599. Pre-order can be done starting November 30 at flexisurf.smart.com.ph. You can get the device in just 600/month for 24 months at zero interest.

Smart to Offer Nexus 7 bundled with Pocket Wifi Data Plan

About Google Nexus 7

Google’s Nexus 7 tablet features a stunning 7-inch touchscreen display, a quad-core processor and the latest Android OS, version 4.2 (Jelly Bean). The device itself was designed by Google in partnership with Taiwanese company Asus. Reviews of the device were mostly positive because of its price relative to its more-than-decent specs.

The device that will be offered by Smart is the 32 GB version.

About Smart Bro Flexisurf Pocket WiFi Plan 599

Flexisurf Pocket WiFi plan 599 will give you 50 hours/month of internet usage with speed up to 7.2 Mbps and a Pocket Wifi device. This plan is under what smart termed as “anti-bill shock” where your bill will automatically be capped at 999 Pesos per month (80 hours of usage).

You Monthly Bill?

If you decide to buy this device, you will have to pay 1199 Pesos (600 for the Nexus 7 and 599 for the data plan) per month for 24 months lock-up period.

Learn more about Nexus 7 in this article: Google Announces Nexus 4, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10

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SMART To Launch Its 4G LTE on August 25

After more than nine months since SMART Communications begins public testing of its upcoming 4G wireless technology known as Long Term Evolution (LTE), the company announced today that the official launch will be on August 25, 2012.

This launch is expected to further boost SMART‘s lead in wireless internet connectivity.Currently, SMART is offering variety of wireless technologies, from GSM, GPRS, EDGE, 3G, 4G HSPA+, and WiMAX. With the addition of LTE on the line up, it will take SMART to another level of wireless communication, both in terms of speed and efficiency.

SMART LTE Launch on August 25, 2012

What is LTE?

LTE or Long Term Evolution is the most advanced commercially available wireless communication standard capable of achieving speeds as fast as 100Mbps, depending on variety. In the case of SMART, testing shows that it is capable of clock download speed of up to 42mbps. To give you an idea, a 700mb movie can be downloaded in  less than 30 seconds (depending on signal consistency). And based on public beta tests, LTE is lightning fast!

On August 25, the Philippines will be the third country in the region to have a commercial LTE available to the public. The other two were Singapore and Hong Kong.

Still Lagging in Internet Speed

Although the country is one of the biggest internet users in the world, based on study, we are still lagging in terms of internet speed. For instance, data from Internet World Stats and SpeedTest.net says that the Philippines is lagging behind almost two-thirds of the world. We are not only surpassed by wealthier nations but that of relatively of the same income range as ours. For more details, see the article published by GMA News Online here.

With the launch of SMART LTE, I hope that better internet will be here in the Philippines.

Broadband Stick Users: DO NOT Upgrade Connectify to Version 3.4

I’ve been using Connectify since Windows 7 was launched three years ago. For those who were not familiar, Connectify is a Windows 7 application that converts your laptop’s wireless adapter to a router. With that, you can share your computer internet to your wireless devices through a Wifi broadcast.

For the past two years now, I’ve also been using Smart Bro plug-it device (USB Broadband stick). I used Connecifyto share my internet connection to my other wireless devices an

Connectify (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

d it worked fantastic ever since. But then, last May 2012, I received a notification to update my Connectify to a newer version, I think it’s version 3.4 (I had version 3.1 installed). And because this is not the first time I updated the program, I went ahead for an update.  After restarting the Connectify though, I was surprised to find out the support for 3G/4G cards has been disabled for free version and was now reserved for the paid Connectify Pro version. Oh yeah!

Thankfully, I still have the installer of the older version, 3.1. I uninstalled the 3.4 and re-installed the 3.1. It worked just fine. So, warning for Connectify users out there who are also using 3G/4G cards: DO NOT EVER UPDATE!

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Register for SMART 4G LTE Beta Testing for FREE

SMART Communications have launched a beta testing program for their upcoming  and most awaited 4G LTE broadband technology. The program is called SMART Evolution Closed BETA Program. They are inviting tech enthusiasts, bloggers, and typical power users for a free beta testing.

SMART 4G LTE Broadband Stick

For those who are interested, your job is simple: to put it through the paces, give it a real workout, and to tell them about it. For bloggers and those active in social networks, you are free to tell your friends the world about it.

To register, just sign up here:

http://www1.smart.com.ph/bro/lte/sign-up

What is 4G LTE?

LTE or Long Term Evolution is the fastest wireless broadband technology in the world capable of providing internet speeds up to 42Mbps.  To illustrate how fast was that, let’s put it this way: downloading, uploading and sharing files will be done in a snap; gigabyte-sized files are downloaded in matter of seconds.

YouTube and Netflix video streaming experience will improve dramatically. Purchasing software (games) online will be a lot easier. Video Calls won’t be snappy. All of these benefits will be made possible by LTE technology.

SMART Shows Upcoming 4G LTE Broadband Stick on Its Product Page

It’s already a public knowledge that SMART Communication has been testing a new mobile wireless technology for quite a while now. That technology is classified as 4G (4th Generation) and is known by the acronym LTE which stands for Long Term Evolution.

4G LTE was by far the fastest mobile wireless technology in the world. SMART reports that it can deliver as fast as 50Mbps data transfer rate. For consumers, SMART claims that it can download a one-hour HD movie in less than a minute, while a 200-mb upload is done in 5 seconds!

Today, if you check SMART Bro’s product webpage, you can  notice that they already added the upcoming broadband stick for 4G LTE.

SMART 4G LTE Broadband Stick

Note: SMART’s 4G Rocket Plug-it is also a 4G technology but is not LTE. Instead it was using a technology called HSPA+.

4G Portable or Pocket Wifi Coming to SMART Bro

If you love the speed of the SMART Bro’s Rocket Plug-it, then SMART is on its way to offering a pocket WiFi capable of getting a 4G HSPA+ wireless signal. This was what SMART is promoting as their upcoming broadband product. See the teaser ad below:

SMART Bro Rocket Wifi Plus (portbale wifi)

Aside from the promise of “up to 20 mbps”  connection speed, there’s not detail yet as to the pricing and availability.

We’ll update you with a new post regarding this.

Related articles

• SMART Unveils 4G (HSPA+) Rocket Plug-it (techalang.com)

SMART Unveils 4G (HSPA+) Rocket Plug-it

SMART has formally released today its newest wireless internet device, the Rocket Plug-it offering up to 12 Mbps broadband internet speed, the fastest in the Philippines.

SMART Bro Rocket Plug-it device

SMART Rocket Plug-it works in SMARTS 4G HSPA+ Wireless Broadband network which is currently available on selected areas in the country. Currently, those areas are located key cities such as Metro Manila, Cebu City, Davao City and many others. See the full list of SMART Bro HSPA+ coverage in the Philippines.

SMART Rocket Plug-it device is available at a price of 3995 pesos on time payment. It is not available on a post-paid. Internet rates is the same as the 3G Plug-it which was 10 pesos per 30 minutes. The rate is subject to change when the promo ends this September 2011.

Rocket Plug-it was SMART’s counter offer to the recently released Globe Tattoo Tonino Lamborghini which as a maxiumum speed of 10-Mbps and also runs in 4G HSPA+ technology.

How to Register to Globe POWERSURF?

Image via Wikipedia

If you are the type of person who uses the internet intermittently or “as needed” basis, the best choice for you is to have a mobile or plug-it internet such as those offered by Globe Tattoo and register for Globe PowerSurf promo.

Globe PowerSurf is the latest promo offer from Globe Telecoms that allows you to consume a minimum of one hour internet connection on a “per minute” basis for only 15 pesos valid for one-day consumption. PowerSurf has three variants, each with its own length connection time and consumption validity. The one I mentioned above is called PowerSurf15. here are the complete list

PowerSurf15
Price: 15 pesos
Connection: 1 hour consumable on “per minute” basis
Validity: Consume within 24 hours
Registration: Text POWERSURF15 to 8888

PowerSurf30
Price: 15 pesos
Connection: 2 hours consumable on “per minute” basis
Validity: Consume within 24 hours
Registration: Text POWERSURF30 to 8888

PowerSurf50
Price: 15 pesos
Connection: 5 hours consumable on “per minute” basis
Validity: Consume within 3 days
Registration: Text POWERSURF50 to 8888

Notes:
- Except for PowerSurf15, all variants are availble for both Globe Prepaid and Tattoo Prepaid Subscribers
-Except for PowerSurf15 (1 peso only), all variants should have a maintaining balance of 5 pesos for continuous usage.

How to Register For Globe Tattoo Supersurf (Unlimited Internet)?

The old Globe corporate logo. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

If you are are an internet power user (can’t live offline ), the best thing to do is to apply for a postpaid plan. Under this, you can choose wireless broadband such as USB sticks (tattoo stick) WiMAX or a wired internet (i.e. DSL). Globe Telecom’s postpaid data plans usually starts at 999 pesos a month for a decent speed of 1 to 2Mbps.

On the other hand, if you are a user who do not need to frequently go online, you can try a pre-paid plug-it USB stick (Tattoo). The cost is just 20 pesos per hour. On pre-paid though, you have to buy the USB stick.

But what if your need for internet connection is just between the two, between a power user and an intermittent user? Well, I think the best Option is to buy a prepaid and just register for Globe Wireless Broadband unlimited internet promo.

Globe has this so called SUPER SURF promo where you can get unlimited internet connection for a fixed a mount at a specified length of time. This is very similar to SMART Bro’s UNLI SURF.

SUPER SURF has two options, SUPER SURF 50 and SUPER SURF 220. Here are the details regarding these two options as well as how to register:

Super Surf 50
One-day unlimited surfing

To Avail: Text SUPERSURF50 to 8888

Price: 50 pesos

Super Surf 220
5 days unlimited surfing

To Avail: Text SUPERSURF220 to 8888

Price: 220 pesos

Note: You have to maintain a minimum balance of 5 pesos to be able to enjoy Super Surf.

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