“As digital lifestyles continue to evolve, PLDT Home makes fiber services simpler, more accessible, and highly adaptable to the changing needs of Filipino families. Together with GCash, we aim to empower more Filipinos by making it easier to enjoy reliable internet with greater flexibility and convenience, while enabling more inclusive digital experiences for all,” said John Y. Palanca, PLDT Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business.

Flexible and Budget-Friendly Home Internet

PLDT Home introduced Fiber Prepaid to address the growing demand for reliable home internet with flexible loading options. Featuring unlimited fiber speeds, the service is specially designed for budget-conscious families, students, remote workers, and small business owners who want greater control over their monthly internet spending without being tied down by long-term contracts.

“Beyond reliable internet, we continue to enhance our customers’ overall digital experiences. Integrating PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid into GCash GLoad provides a faster, more secure, and rewarding way to reload while also making home internet as easy to manage as everyday digital payments,” said Chito M. Franco III, PLDT Vice President and Head of Consumer Sales.

Advancing Digital Inclusion Through Cashless Convenience

This partnership advances the country’s broader digital transformation by making reliable connectivity easily available through familiar mobile applications. By combining PLDT Home’s expansive nationwide fiber infrastructure with GCash’s ecosystem of millions of active users, the collaboration delivers a seamless experience across connectivity, payments, and platform reliability. Beyond immediate convenience, it also encourages more Filipinos to adopt cashless transactions for essential services.

“Connectivity is essential for everyday life, and Filipinos expect digital services that are accessible and rewarding. Through GCash GLoad, PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid users can now reload their internet more conveniently while enjoying added perks and exclusive offers within the GCash app. Together with PLDT Home, we aim to make digital access easier for more Filipino households,” said Oscar “Ren-Ren” Enrico Reyes, President and CEO of G-Xchange, Inc. (GCash).

PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid Packages and Pricing

The PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid starter pack offers unlimited fiber internet for ₱999, which includes 30 days of free internet with speeds of up to 50 Mbps.

Following the initial period, customers can choose from flexible reload options ranging from 1-day to 365-day packages, with top-tier speeds reaching up to 300 Mbps.

To learn more about package options and features, visit the official PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid website.

 PLDT Home and Google Philippines Lead the Charge in AI-Driven Digital Mastery for Filipino Mompreneurs

For years, the conversation around empowering women has centered on one word: access. We talked about access to education, the internet, and the global marketplace. But as the world changes, so does the definition of being "connected."

Today, a new digital divide is emerging. It isn't just about who has an internet connection. It's about who knows how to use and maximize the digital tools at their disposal. As artificial intelligence (AI) begins to reshape how we work, learn, and grow our businesses, the goal is shifting.

It’s no longer enough just to be online. To truly thrive, women need the skills and confidence to lead in an AI-driven world.

Moving Beyond the Connection

Through a collaboration between PLDT Home’s Madiskarte Moms PH (MMPH) and Google, the second Gemini Academy for mompreneurs was recently held to bridge this gap. Building on last year’s introduction to AI, the program focused on practical use, showing participants how AI can support their businesses and help them stay competitive in a fast-changing digital landscape. It also encouraged women to become #maAIdiskartemom, embracing innovation by using AI tools.

While "AI" can sometimes sound like a complicated term reserved for tech experts, Gemini Academy is proving that these tools are actually for everyone. Most especially for mompreneurs who are balancing their family life and work, while looking to reach more customers. AI is a partner that helps get things done faster and more creatively.

“AI is no longer limited to large enterprises. It is for everyone, and we need to embrace it. Today, it goes beyond being a tool. It becomes a partner that helps you write product descriptions in seconds, respond to customers with confidence, create content, and support your day-to-day operations,” said Cheryl Maxine Loyola, AVP and Head of Public Relations and Brand Advocacy at PLDT Home.

“When you put tools like Gemini in the hands of women who are already 'madiskarte', you do more than improve productivity. You unlock potential.”

Tools for the Modern Filipina

The Gemini Academy has always focused on making technology approachable. It also recognizes the efforts of mompreneurs who have leveraged AI to grow their businesses, such as mom ambassadors Princess Alvarez of ISLA Everything Accessories and Jenielyn Sicabalo-Nieva of MP Nieva's Flower Shop.

Princess successfully built a custom pricing calculator and business tracker from scratch with the help of Gemini. This gives her a real-time view of her business profitability without a technical background. Jenielyn also utilized Gemini to do deep research into bouquet trends and innovative "add-on" gift ideas. This keeps her up to date on the latest market trends, so she can consistently offer fresh gift ideas to customers.

These stories reflect a broader shift in how Filipino women are redefining entrepreneurship in the digital age.

“What we’re seeing today is a new kind of ‘diskarte’—one where Filipina entrepreneurs are not just adopting technology, but using AI to lead, innovate, and scale their businesses with confidence, and ultimately lead their own success story,” said Daphne Gripal Abello, Manager, PLDT Home Marketing PR and Brand Advocacy.

During this year’s Gemini Academy with PLDT Home’s MMPH, participants discovered how other innovative Google products can simplify their day-to-day business tasks, such as NotebookLM, which serves as their personal assistant, helping organize notes, understand complex documents, and brainstorm ideas. Music generator Lyria and AI image editor Nano Banana can open up new worlds of creativity, helping users explore music and media in ways once possible only with expensive equipment. While AI marketing tool Pomelli is designed to help streamline tasks and improve how they interact with digital information.

Through digital mastery, women are moving from learning the basics to dominating the digital space. They are now finding ways to automate information so they can focus on what they are passionate about

Celebrating the "Diskarteng AI"

The mission doesn't stop at training. Empowerment also means recognition. During the program, it was announced that next year’s Gawad Madiskarte, the annual awards ceremony of PLDT Home’s MMPH that honors the grit and ingenuity of Filipina entrepreneurs, will include the Diskarteng Digital Award.

This category will honor women who have successfully integrated AI into their businesses, demonstrating that "diskarte" today is about more than just hard work—it's about being innovative and creative with the best available technology.

"The award will recognize the mompreneur who can best leverage AI to scale her business. We want to show that a modern Filipina entrepreneur is not just a participant, but a leader in the global digital landscape. This is our way of celebrating your growth and AI mindset," said Prep Palacios, Google Philippines Country Manager.

Why This Matters Now

If we don’t prioritize AI literacy for women today, we risk leaving them out of the most important economic conversations of tomorrow. Empowerment is about having a seat at the table, and in 2026, it’s all about maximizing digital potential.

By turning connectivity into capability, PLDT Home’s MMPH and Gemini Academy are ensuring that Filipino women aren't just spectators in the tech revolution. They are the ones leading it. It’s time to move beyond just getting online. It’s time to take charge.

To know more about PLDT Home’s Madiskarte Moms PH, join the Facebook community and follow the official page. 

The top telco brand partners with global tech leaders Sagemcom, Bang & Olufsen, and Dolby to design a breakthrough high-end streaming device

PLDT Home Life raises the bar for home entertainment in the Philippines with the launch of StreamTV+ – a new premium streaming device created in collaboration with Sagemcom, Bang & Olufsen, and Dolby. This powerhouse lineup features global experts in hardware design, cinematic sound, and smart technology to create one sleek device designed for the way Filipino families stream and connect at home.

StreamTV+ is the latest innovation from the country’s leading telco, going beyond fiber-fast internet to deliver the ultimate entertainment experience customers have been waiting for. It’s the dream setup for many: with stunning 4K visuals made richer with Dolby Vision, multi-dimensional sound powered by Dolby Atmos, audio refined by Bang & Olufsen, and voice control of TV and smart home devices powered by Google Assistant, it transforms any living room into a smarter, more cinematic space – without the clutter of multiple gadgets. 

‘Cinema in a box’

StreamTV+ packs crisp visuals, expertly tuned audio, and smart technology into one sleek, compact streaming box.

 As a global leader in high-end communication solutions, Sagemcom served as PLDT Home Life’s technology partner in designing the core hardware of StreamTV+. This ensures the “cinema in a box” promise is built on world-class reliability and cutting-edge design – delivering a sleek, easily portable hub that brings all major streaming platforms together in stunning 4K clarity. 

Thanks to Dolby Atmos technology and audio that is refined by Bang & Olufsen, StreamTV+ delivers  clear dialogue, balanced sound, controlled bass, and immersive audio that enhances movies, shows, and live sports – without the need for additional sound equipment. Expect a true, three-dimensional soundstage that brings the roar of a stadium or the subtle whispers of a thriller directly into your living space, no matter the content source: Netflix, HBO Max, Cignal, and more. 

Beyond just an entertainment box, StreamTV+ transforms into a hands-free smart home command center with integrated voice control. The device supports Google Assistant, allowing users to control their TV and compatible smart home devices through voice commands. Powered by Wi-Fi 6, StreamTV+ ensures stable, high-quality streaming for everyday use.

The standard in home entertainment

PLDT Home Life launched StreamTV in 2024, redefining home entertainment with the combined capabilities of an Android TV device, an AI‑powered smart speaker, and a virtual assistant in one intuitive unit. The telco brand has consistently focused on initiatives that will provide subscribers with better value and enrich their digital lifestyle. 

By recently partnering with global technology leaders for StreamTV+, PLDT Home Life delivers a cinema-grade entertainment experience that remains accessible to modern Filipino homes. 

“It’s big sound and crisp movies and videos in a box!” said PLDT Senior Vice President and Consumer Business Head John Y. Palanca.

“At PLDT Home, we are committed to delivering best‑in‑class connectivity and digital solutions that push the smart home experience forward. By collaborating with global technology leaders such as Sagemcom, Dolby, Bang & Olufsen, and Google, we’re bringing cutting‑edge innovation directly into Filipino homes. This new offering integrates advanced hardware, immersive audio‑visual technologies, and an intelligent platform designed to deliver a seamless, cinema‑grade entertainment experience. It reflects our goal to empower customers with reliable, high‑performance tools that elevate how they consume content and enjoy their connected lifestyle.” 

Duncan McCue, Vice President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at Bang & Olufsen, added, “We’re excited to bring Audio by Bang & Olufsen into more homes with the StreamTV+, delivering immersive sound that enhances both TV and music experiences for consumers.”

 Olivier Taravel, Senior Executive Vice President of the Audio Video Solutions Business Unit at Sagemcom, stated: "We are proud to stand behind this groundbreaking product and to be PLDT Home Life’s partner in bringing the StreamTV+ to the Filipino market. This all-in-one solution delivers a unique value proposition that is driving higher customer satisfaction, loyalty, and a growing Net Promoter Score." 

With StreamTV+, PLDT Home further strengthens its position as a leader in home connectivity and digital innovation. The focus goes beyond speed – it’s about delivering a complete, high-quality entertainment experience designed for Filipino families.

The fixed broadband unit of PLDT Inc. is leaning more aggressively into digital services as households spend a larger share of time and wallet on streaming, smart-home tools, and gaming. PLDT Home reports continued uptake in bundled plans that integrate Netflix, Cignal, and HBO Max—products that strengthen customer loyalty and support higher-value subscriptions. Under its Home Life lineup, mesh WiFi and home security kits are being positioned as practical add‑ons that convert basic connectivity into smarter, safer living. Meanwhile, IGV Game Pass—providing access to over 200 PC games—is expanding monetization opportunities in gaming-heavy households. 

At the same time, PLDT Home Fiber Prepaid has emerged as a strategic response to a price-sensitive market and a key driver of subscriber expansion without compromising premium service positioning. Built on PLDT Home’s fiber network standards, Fiber Prepaid offers a reliable experience for value-seeking households that prefer pay-as-you-go flexibility, while postpaid plans continue to serve higher-usage households looking for bundled services and added features. PLDT Home expects the prepaid segment to deliver meaningful growth in 2026, supported by positive unit economics and returns aligned with business thresholds. 

“Our direction is clear: convert network investments into everyday value through richer digital services and accessible prepaid options,” said John Y. Palanca, Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business – Home. “Prepaid fiber is essential in today’s environment. It gives more families a pathway to reliable fiber, at a price that fits their needs—while ensuring the economics remain disciplined and sustainable.” 

As of end‑December 2025, the PLDT Group’s fiber network spanned ~1.25 million cable kilometers across domestic and international routes. PLDT Home posted ₱61.0 billion in 2025 service revenues (+3% YoY); Fiber revenues grew 6% to ₱59.4 billion, now 98% of the segment. Fiber net adds reached 392,000, taking total Fiber subscribers to 3.76 million.

 Ring in 2026 with this topnotch tech package, which has everything you need to start your smart home journey

With way more modern and technologically advanced threats these days, smart home devices are a must when building a safer, more secure, and more convenient household. These devices not only support a more connected home experience, but also provide added reassurance for you and your family’s well-being.

The new year offers an opportunity to reassess your home technology, especially if you’re considering to level up to a smart home setup. With the Internet of Things (IoT) at the forefront of smart living solutions, upgrading your space proves to be key in keeping your household more connected and protected than ever before.

Further reinforcing the importance of added protection among Filipino families as they embrace a smarter lifestyle, PLDT Home Life launches the Smart Home Starter Kit – security, safety, and automation devices in one powerful but affordable package.

Think of the Smart Home Starter Kit as the backbone of your home, covering all the essentials in one bundle: smart cameras for real-time check-ins, smart plugs to automate and manage home appliances, and sensors to keep tabs on any activity and movement.

PLDT Home Life has especially partnered with trusted electronics brand TP-Link, whose Tapo line of smart home devices offers the most reliable security and automation options. Here are the devices in the Smart Home Starter Kit:

Tapo H100 Smart Hub with Chime: The command center of the smart home setup, the hub keeps all your smart devices connected in one seamless and uninterrupted wireless network. It coordinates all functions – including your smart home app and door/window/climate sensors, sounding alarms and chimes, and more.

Tapo C110 Indoor Camera: This camera, which connects to your devices including your smartphone, is perfect for those starting a family. With it, you can keep an eye on your home with  2K footage and AI-enabled detection for human motion and sound.

Tapo C120 Indoor/Outdoor Camera: With crystal-clear 2K QHD video footage and crisp two-way audio, the outdoor camera works both indoors and outdoors with remarkable recording quality. It’s especially intended for those in bigger homes with AI-enabled detection for pets, vehicles, and human motion and sound.

Tapo C120 Indoor/Outdoor Camera: With crystal-clear 2K QHD video footage and crisp two-way audio, the outdoor camera works both indoors and outdoors with remarkable recording quality. It’s especially intended for those in bigger homes with AI-enabled detection for pets, vehicles, and human motion and sound. 

Tapo T310 Temperature and Humidity Sensor: In addition to accurately monitoring your home's climate from anywhere, this sensor helps optimize comfort, prevent home damage from mold during high humid months, improve energy efficiency, and prevent fire risk during hot summer months.

Tapo T310 Temperature and Humidity Sensor: In addition to accurately monitoring your home's climate from anywhere, this sensor helps optimize comfort, prevent home damage from mold during high humid months, improve energy efficiency, and prevent fire risk during hot summer months.

These devices work seamlessly together to enable customizable automation, monitoring, and security – delivering a true smart home experience for first-time users. Key features include integrated sound and camera alarms with voice alerts, automated appliance control based on schedules or environmental conditions, and real-time remote notifications even when homeowners are away.

The PLDT Home Life Smart Home Starter Kit is available for only P4,836. It’s exclusive to existing PLDT Home Fiber subscribers and can be purchased one time via your internet subscription.

Safer, more secure homes for all Filipinos

PLDT Home offers fiber-fast, reliable internet speeds to power even the most advanced and widest-reaching IoT devices. Over time, the telco brand has partnered with various international electronics brands such as TP-Link, Tapo, and Eufy – mixing connectivity and security to further build Filipino families a better, more holistic home.  All these brands and more are now officially available via PLDT Home Life.

PLDT Home Life features 100% authentic smart home devices, sourced directly from official partners. Such finds are picked from their user-friendly interfaces, making for an easy plug and play experience for all ages at home.

“Last year saw a decrease in both property crime and cybercrime in the Philippines, according to the latest data from the Philippine National Police. Yet, it’s more important ever to deter further incidents of theft and break-ins by empowering security in Filipino homes,” said PLDT Home Senior Vice President and Head for Consumer Business John Y. Palanca. “We at PLDT Home Life believe the most effective approach is to proceed with upgrading to a smart home ecosystem that incorporates the latest smart and automated home security solutions.”

Palanca added, “This is why we have introduced the PLDT Home Life Smart Home Starter Kit – to make smart home adoption more accessible for Filipino households through seamless wireless control and automation. The kit is organized to help increase safety and security especially for your children, pets, and property while improving energy efficiency for a smarter, more elevated quality of living.”

“We at PLDT Home Life remain committed to expanding our brand partnerships in pursuit of our shared objective to give Filipino families greater peace of mind.”

CEBU CITY, Philippines - As Cebu's market leader in home fiber, serving nearly half of the city's market, PLDT Home is celebrating Sinulog Festival 2026 by keeping Cebu connected and bringing people closer through shared festival experiences.

Deeply rooted in faith, culture, and community, Sinulog is one of the most important and anticipated festivals in the country. Each year, millions of devotees, visitors, and balikbayans gather in Cebu City to honor the Sto. Niño and take part in vibrant street dances, religious activities, and cultural events that define Cebuano identity.

"As the market leader in Cebu's home fiber market, we believe that being part of Sinulog means being present in moments that truly matter to Cebuanos," said John Y. Palanca, PLDT Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business. "This festival is about faith, togetherness, and shared experiences-and reliable connectivity plays a role in bringing people closer, whether they are here in Cebu or watching from anywhere in the world."

Sinulog Festival Roadshow

As part of its Sinulog 2026 celebrations, PLDT Home kicks off the festivities with a Sinulog Festival Roadshow on January 16, headlined by PDT Home ambassador, actor, and television personality Dominic Roque.

Supporting Community and Celebration

Beyond in-group activations, PLDT Home is extending support to Sinulog-related community programs and festival activities through fiber connectivity ard Sponsorships.

PLDT Home is also offering a Sinulog Festival Sale, featuring Fiber Unli All Plan 1399 with free installation and a free speed boost, giving more Cebuano households access to fast and reliable fiber connectivity.

As part of its ongoing offers, PLDT Home just launched the BFF (Broadband Free Forever) Promo that will run from January 15 to April 15, giving new subscribers a chance to win Free Broadband for Life, a first in the telco industry.

New subscribers of any Home Fiber plan, including Fiber Unli All Plan 1399, will receive a raffle entry upon opt-in, Winners will be drawn via an electronic raffle draw which will be conducted on April 23 under DTI supervision.

Connecting Cebu to the world

As Sinulog draws visitors from across the country and around the globe, PLDT Home plays a quiet but essential role in enabling festival moments to be captured, shared, and experienced in real time.

"Sinulog is not just Cebu's celebration, it's something the world looks forward to," Palanca added. "Through reliable fiber connectivity, PLDT Home helps ensure that every prayer, performance, and celebration can be shared beyond the streets of Cebu."

Through its continued support of Sinulog 2026, PLDT Home reinforces its leadership in Cebu, not just as a connectivity provider, but as a brand that celebrates culture, community, and the moments that bring people together.

Festival-goers are invited to visit the PLDT Home Fiber Fast Zone during Sinulog 2026 to experience reliable fiber connectivity firsthand and apply for the Fiber Unli All Plan 1399, available with special festival offers.

There is a high-tech "ghost" in the machine that many Filipinos don’t even know exists. Scammers have swapped traditional phishing links for "fake cell sites"—compact, portable base stations hidden inside backpacks that mimic legitimate signals. As these bad actors walk through crowded malls or neighborhoods, they hijack the aging 2G network to intercept nearby mobile traffic, flooding phones with deceptive messages about "prizes" or urgent bank updates. It is a silent, invisible invasion of privacy designed to drain e-wallets and bank accounts before the victim even realizes they’ve left a secure network.

PLDT is currently locked in a sophisticated game of digital cat-and-mouse to stop these criminals. Using a "triangulation" method, the telco giant is working with tech vendors to monitor their network centers for unauthorized signals. When a fake station is detected, the system flags the specific area, allowing PLDT to alert authorities in real-time. While the technology can pinpoint where the crime is unfolding, the portability of these devices makes them difficult to catch in the act, requiring a level of surveillance and intelligence that feels more like a spy thriller than standard IT maintenance.

The obvious question is: why not just turn off the vulnerable 2G signal? According to PLDT’s Butch Jimenez, the answer is complicated by the very infrastructure that keeps society running. Many of the country’s ATMs and emergency disaster response systems still rely on 2G to function. Shutting it down today would mean cutting off access to cash and critical safety lines. However, the clock is ticking; PLDT is aggressively helping banks and agencies migrate to more secure 4G platforms, with the hopeful goal of finally pulling the plug on 2G—and the scammers who exploit it—by the end of the year.

Scammers use portable devices to mimic official signals. Use this guide to spot the signs and protect your data.

• Monitor Your Signal Strength: If your phone suddenly drops from 5G or 4G/LTE to a 2G or "E" (Edge) connection while you are in a crowded area like a mall, be extra cautious. Fake base stations often force phones onto these older, less secure networks.

• Verify the Sender: Scammers can "spoof" names to make a text look like it's from your bank or a government agency. If the message asks for sensitive info, never click the link. Close the message and check your official banking app instead.

• Look for Unusual Content: Be wary of messages claiming you’ve won a prize you didn't enter for, or "urgent" alerts saying your account is blocked. Legitimate companies will rarely ask for your full bank details or e-wallet PIN via SMS.

• Report the Location: If you receive a suspicious "phishing" text in a specific public place, report it to your service provider. This helps companies like PLDT use triangulation to find and shut down the fake site in that area.

• Update Your Device: Ensure your phone’s software is up to date. Modern operating systems are better at detecting and alerting you when a connection is unencrypted or suspicious.

Pro-Tip: If you suspect you are in range of a fake cell site, toggling "Airplane Mode" on and off can sometimes force your phone to reconnect to a legitimate, secure 4G or 5G tower.