Globelines Broadband Budget Bundles, Smart Bro and PLDT DSL
Posted by: Noemi in Shopping, Technology(Read my Review of Globe Broadband, PLDT Mydsl, Smart Bro and Smart 3g)
The house is clean and sanitized, the air smells of paint, the pocket garden looks refreshing as I am sitting here beside my antique writing table, trying to catch up with my backlog in work . Thanks to the Philippines Cable Internet Providers, installation was fast . I always imagined that installation would take months. I remember moving in to Pasig in 1980 and I got my landline in 1984. But take a look at this. If you move to a new home (well at least in Pasig City where I am moving), you can have an internet connection the following day after payment. This is my experience.
1. Smart Bro- I paid 999 pesos for a 384 kpbs connection on March 2. An hour later, they called me to schedule the installation the following day. That’s pretty quick, huh? Smart Bro has this ongoing promotion where you get free installation for new applications if you apply within the month of March. It didn’t make sense to continue with my existing contract because I would have to pay 1600 pesos for the transfer. Might as well get locked in for a one year period. Besides, my cousins in my new neighborhood swear that Smart Bro connection is pretty reliable.
2. Globelines Broadband Budget Bundles - I called Globelines to send me an application form to my house. Since I wasn’t there yet, she dropped it with the caretaker. After I signed the form , the agent came back and processed my application form. A week later, I got my phone line and my 1 MBPS internet connection which came with a prolink modem and wi-fi bundle. So here I am enjoying a 1 MBPS wifi connection goodness. This budget bundle costs only 1450 pesos a month. I don’t know how long the free landline use lasts.
3. PLDT MyDSL- Knowing PLDT was going to take longer, I applied for a telephone line and DSL on February 19. Three weeks later, I got a call that I needed to pay something at the PLDT office . Take note: Globelines and Smart Bro were already in place at my new home. I have yet to go to the PLDT office and have my application processed but I already got my new landline number. I applied for their 784 kbps bundle. The only promo they have is 100 pesos off the landline and DSL monthly fee or a savings of 200 pesos. I will end up paying 1520 pesos a month, I think?
So there, I have three internet service providers . Why three?
I need redundancy in my internet connection for my business. I will miss my 8 year old ISP, Destiny Cable. I remember I was one of the first Makati City residents to enjoy 1.6 Mbps cable broadband in 1999 for 1,988.00 pesos (it went down to 1,688 three years ago) which included a TV cable connection. Unfortunately, they do not provide internet cable facilities in my area. I hope these newer internet cable providers can emulate the same service I received from Destiny Cable. Take for example, Globelines Broadband … they had some server problems. I know problems can never be avoided. Three days later, I still couldn’t reach their main trunkline 9198888. I was able to reach them yesterday after waiting on the phone patiently for 30 minutes.
They could have some text support like Destiny Cable so their staff can call back when their lines are free. I remember SMART Bro’s service when it was still new and crappy. They have improved a lot since then after getting so much flak from irate SMART Bro subscribers.
Oh well…I ‘m just happy everything is in place now as I move in tomorrow.
May 24, 2008 - updated review
September 30, 2007- Added a Review of Globelines Broadband Budget Bundles, Smart Bro and PLDT MyDSL
December 13, 2007- added a Speed test of Globe Broadband, Smart 3g, Smart Bro and PLDT My dsl
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March 17th, 2007 at 2:40 pm
Wow, three internet providers at home. I could barely keep up with the bills of my globelines broadband. Then again I am still a student so it would be normal.
March 17th, 2007 at 8:38 pm
Hi Noemi,
Ever tried PLDT weroam?
March 17th, 2007 at 11:57 pm
High tech na talaga si Noems … to need three ISPs. But it’s because you have an IT business, di ba? With server and all.
March 18th, 2007 at 4:15 am
Hi Noemi, hope your Globelines Broadband connection won’t be a problem.
Not that I am saying it’s crappy huh 
Well if problem arises and you need to contact their Tech Support, just text me, I will give you direct number. Hehe.. It’s really hard to get through their support hotline. You will spend more than 30 minutes on hold and if you’re lucky, you’ll get a representative but most of the time the IVR will kick you off 
March 18th, 2007 at 5:59 am
@jhay- the business pays for it
@Alfa- haven’t tried but heard it’s slow. I tested Globe’s Visibility and I think I will get that
@Annamanila- yup business reasons
@Carlo- hehe I will text you if I can’t get to their support hotline. sobra. It took me three days.
March 18th, 2007 at 3:52 pm
we’ll just await your reviews for these 3 service providers.
March 18th, 2007 at 4:01 pm
Wow! 3 ISP at the same time? You really must have used the INTERNET a lot I mean big time. Am only using Smart Bro here in our home
March 19th, 2007 at 8:51 am
Hi Noemi,
Is this for real? Our pldt landline application has been pending for 3 years already.sigh.
March 19th, 2007 at 12:37 pm
@AJ- so far Globelines Broadband and Smart Bro are doing well
@LA- Yes I need it a lot for business
@Lemon- talaga. That’s terrible. I got my number in less than a month after application. Maybe there are really no lines available.
March 19th, 2007 at 2:17 pm
How’s the performance of SmartBro?
I’m also scouting for ISP as I am moving to my new house next week. If I get PLDT myDSL matagal pala.
Looks like I have to go for Smartbro muna, minus the landline.
March 19th, 2007 at 2:22 pm
@arnold- in pasig area, the Smart Bro connection is reliable and true to its 384 kbps promise. PLDT Mydsl gave me a reply in 3 weeks. After payment, it will take another week for the installation. It’s longer process than Smart Bro. Take advantage of their free installation which lasts end of march.
March 20th, 2007 at 8:15 am
how about Bayantel? They have a promo until May 1 and they do offer rebates… and u just add 99 pesos for wi-fi (they say you can connect to 500 hotspots)
HAve been contemplating on getting a cheap 3g phone and use that for smart 3g internet on my ibook… gagawin ko lang modem to connect. my friend say sony ericsson 608i (i think) is around 6k in greenhills.. and rates for smart’s 3g internet are at 60/hour.
now, to find the budget =)
March 26th, 2007 at 3:53 pm
I already have PLDT myDSL but the service is very poor in my area - frequent disconnections and will take 3 to 5 days to be reconnected. I am planning to get another ISP which is Globe. Noemi, please update me regarding the performance of Globelines Broadband up to this time. Thanks in advance.
March 30th, 2007 at 12:50 pm
@jun- bayantel is not offered in Pasig. They were the first I called. Ifever I need a roaming broadband, I’d choose Visibility because it’s really fast. I was able to test it ou
@MT- so far Globelines broadband is okay. but it’s hard to tell since I have only used it for 2 weeks. Maybe in 6 months, I will give a report. So far, Globeline broadband has been giving me the promised 1 mbps most of the time.
June 2nd, 2007 at 8:34 pm
Hi! i’m applying for globelines broadband budget bundle P995. as a new subscriber, what should i know and take note about globe’s broadband, do you frequently exprience problems…?
July 7th, 2007 at 8:20 am
How is the Globe Broadband services compared with Smart Bro? We don’t have DSL yet in our area (in Muntinlupa) and I was actually thinking of choosing with Smart or Globe. Which do you recommend? Thanks.
July 27th, 2007 at 5:52 pm
i am planning to open an internet cafe. could you please advise how much do i have to spend for a connection if i use globelines broadband connection.
please advise,
adel
September 4th, 2007 at 2:00 am
We have PLDT DSL and the connection has been up and down the past week (mostly down). My wife and I depend on our internet connection to communicate with each other and it’s very important for us. PLDT’s helpline has not been helpful at all and unable to give us any status on the problem that they are having in our area (Las Pinas). They said it was a nationwide problem at first, but it’s been more than a week now…
September 4th, 2007 at 12:18 pm
hi, i am planning to have an internet at home but my problem is we don’t have a landline phone yet in our place.(San Leon,Balungao Pangasinan 2442).could you help me what to do.What is globe broadband services? how much do i have to pay?
please advise,
len
September 5th, 2007 at 10:26 am
recently i also applied to mydsl and unfortunately they told us that dsl is not yet available in our area (SAV 5, sucat, pque). but they recommended us to use smart bro thus its their twin internet service provider. im also thinking applying to globe broadband and well, idk if which those two are better regarding their 1k/month plans. which of these two broadband will you recommend for me regarding also our area? and this sept are they still offering promos or free installations? if not how much is the installation for smart or globe broadband?
September 11th, 2007 at 2:13 pm
yhano: globe broadband is ok.
September 17th, 2007 at 2:41 pm
Hello Noemi,
I was researching which ISP is the best in the Philippines, when I came across your lovely blog. Mind telling me (or us) which ISP is the best among the three? Your reply will be much appreciated. Thank you.
September 22nd, 2007 at 1:53 pm
Hi Noemi
hows your connections? i have a pending myDSL application (i already have PLDT landline) and its been 4weeks now and they haven’t call me for ANY updates if they have this so called “port facility” available in my area (i’m located in Pasig City, C. raymundo Ave.). I also called myDestiny cable internet and unfortunately the “nearest facility” for cable internet is like 1Kilometer away from my home and they told me its not possible. Hows your SmartBro? I’m thinking of getting it, I just don’t know if it will hold a connection for VoIP calls ( need it for comm with my wife). what do you think?
September 30th, 2007 at 2:53 pm
To everyone who asked about my connection- here is my review
Review of Globe Broadband, Smart Bro and Pldt Mydsl
Speed test of Globe Broadband, Smart 3g, Smart Bro and PLDT My dsl
October 12th, 2007 at 3:59 am
can i get the contact numbers of the internet providers
October 15th, 2007 at 5:29 am
For me the net that im using right now is taelines broad band, and taelines is definetly fast. its really stabled and has good customer helpers. its 1 kbps speed is really superb. you can view/watch your favorite porn site in an instant, for only 100k a week and a connection for 5 years you can already enjoy the taelines broadband… so what are you waiting for grab your titi and dial 010 and contact them right now.. i know u dont wanna be left down by other peoples using taelines so start subscribing now.
-pakyo
October 16th, 2007 at 2:46 pm
Hello Noime,
My smartbro connection is just 3weeks old.But i just enjoyed a 10-day fast connection,after that until now my connection is slower than dial-up.I have read other blogs of people who is disgusted and victimized by smartbro’s promise of a 7 times fast than dial-up connection.Check out the site THE SMART WIFI CHRONICLES,and you’ll read all those complaints.
January 9th, 2008 at 11:46 am
Globelines Broadband is a scam!!! Letting us customers experience their 7-day trial period of real broadband speed then they will tie us in their 1yr bond then after that the HELL ON EARTH of internet begins.
I am experiencing problems with globelines broadband… I subscribed to their 512kbps wireless broadband package with wireless phone (PHP1295/mo.)… they gave me 7 days trial period and within that trial period I was amazed with the speed… pumapalo from 700+ kbps to 1+ mb… kaya pina-activate ko kaagad. Pero eto na ang kalbaryo… right after the 7-day trial period nagsimula nang maging intermitent ang connection speed nila either super bagal (I even got 5bps or lower!!!) o totally walang connection. Lagi ako nagrereklamo sa CS nila pero wala naman sila ginawa kundi palitan yung modem na wala naman nagbago ganon pa din naman problema. My work is related to IT and I know that there is no problem at my side (hardware, softwares, cabling, etc…). Kakainis na talaga ang service ng globelines… feeling ko naloko lang ako kase nakatali ako ngayon sa kanila for 1yr dahil sa 1yr bond na kasama sa package. Tanong ko lang guys… meron ba tayong pwedeng magawang aksyon para maipaabot sa mga kinauukulan ang panlolokong ginagawa ng globelines satin?
January 11th, 2008 at 1:12 am
i totally agree with domoradz. globelines broadband is slow. i had mine since november 2007 and i never got to experience a good broadband speed. i would call their technical support office every time i would open my computer and internet but no one from their end seem to care. laging merong explanation that they are already doing something about it or an upgrade in system is on-going. globe broadband is simply SLOW.
January 29th, 2008 at 9:39 pm
Hi guys, I think I need help badly.. advise perhaps. (?)
I’ve been using my N70 to serve as a modem for my laptop for months now, but my hub went crazy and I need to try these “faster than dial-up” stuff. I am from LB, Laguna and I went to PLDT but I think it’s too heavy in the pocket for they have this PLDT + landline 1 mbps but you need to avail a modem (P1,200) and 1,700/month with 2 months advance.. That’s about P4,600 for availing their service. (ouch!) then, there’s this cable connection here, offering 310 kbps for 880 (no installation fee whatsoever plus the modem is free).
Hence, one of the rooms in the apartment has SmartBro but their supposedly 384 kpbs/999 a month has been screwing giving them a range of 100-150 kbps (not so exact about this though) almost all of the time. Geez, am really confused with this. I’m thinking of risking with the CCTV kwiknet connection but am quite hesitant with all the comments i’ve just scoured on this blog. Please advise me as I desperately need it.
As for Globelines, there appears to be no office here. (darn it!)
Thanks mucheeze..
April 27th, 2008 at 12:12 am
im planning to change my subscriber from bayantel to globelines sana due to the free laptop lng + landline ang cheap noh at P1499….tlga bang mabagal ang connection nla khit na anng palit nila ng modem kc 2yrs contract yun…tlgang ba kalbaryo lng..
May 23rd, 2008 at 4:18 pm
Tangina naman, pagnagdodownload aq laging nadidisconect, minsan nga 99% na ung download q tapos biglang madidisconect, 1 1/2 hour qng hinintay tapos disconect, PUTANG INA cno ba naman ang di magagalit nun, pati streaming videos di q na ginagawa, nayayamot lng aq, lalo n pag online gaming, nung 2006 p daw 2ng gani2 eh, ang hirap p n2 may bago clang commericial, ung plan 595 b un, putang ina ang kakapal ng mukha, mabankrupt sna ang globe
June 2nd, 2008 at 4:29 pm
i just had a 3mb line installed in bacolod middle of may 2008, getting speeds of 300kb down 100kb up so no where near what i am paying for, globelines said it would be fixed in a week or 2 but been more than 2 weeks and not fixed. I believe globeline’s sells high speed lines that they dont have. How long have they been selling broadband that they dont have? who knows, i know i haven’t seen what i paid them for yet. Talking to customer service gets the standard working on it, will be fixed in a week or 2. I have a feeling they are selling high speed connections that they know they are not capable of providing any longer.
June 4th, 2008 at 5:44 pm
Noemi thanks for the ISP review , it helps me alot. I’m currently a PLDT DSL Subscriber, my connecttion this past 2weeks is worst. Always disconnected and slow connectivity. Im planing to change my ISP to Globe Broadband. Thank you veru much ^_^
June 5th, 2008 at 9:00 am
guys,
relax, ihave my globe broadband since 2006 no problem i use it for my internet cafe until now. my location is Biliran leyte. why u people there in Luzon is not very lucky you are already near the HQ of this company.
June 13th, 2008 at 8:38 am
Well it’s nice to read other people have problems to. Try living in Bohol Smart and Globe are so poor the can’t send the service 3km out of Tagabilaran City. I had smart bro installed it only worked from time to time not excepable the manager and staff are brainwashed into thinking it works. LOL
July 11th, 2008 at 12:18 am
@ Lito,
I am from Abuyog and our BayanTel DSL is really bad. Planning to replace my current DSL with Bayan, may I know if you are using Globe wired or wireless broadband?
July 17th, 2008 at 5:18 pm
hi there guys!
i have a connection by DSL here in Cebu ,,,,it’s 222 kbps and a download of 27.75 per sec.according to PLDT Play…so far it’s doing fine only one time it was disconnected so i called their support there in Mla….so far they very cordial and helpful …. I am thingking that you’re well off there for you’re at the source what’s wrong is the big question…i think it’s time for the IT big thinkers to pound their brains out to find the answer…wish you luck in your adventures at the internet…….
July 23rd, 2008 at 5:32 am
i currently have Digitel as my ISP… Well, i had no problems with it, but i was thinking about Globe broadband due to their cheaper offers - P995 = 1mbps compared to my digitel connection which is P1100 = 384 kbps…
Is Globe Broadband OK in my place(San Carlos City, Pangasinan)?
i’m having doubts please help me!…THank you…