Smart Communications bolsters its position as a leader in 5G roaming by providing customers access to 5G services in 70 countries through partnerships with 118 key operators worldwide.
The company’s commitment to customer-centricity drives its ongoing efforts to expand 5G roaming coverage and offer fast data speeds to global users.
“With customer centricity as our guide, we continue to expand our 5G roaming coverage through our ever-growing list of international telco partners, to empower our global customers with fast 5G data roaming speeds wherever they are in the world,” stated Chet Alviz, Smart’s Vice President of Wireless Core and International Business Group.
Customers equipped with Smart 5G SIM cards and compatible devices can enjoy live 5G roaming services in a wide range of countries. These include popular destinations such as Australia, Austria, Canada, China, France, Germany, Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the United States, and many others. A comprehensive list of countries is available to customers on the official Smart website.
To subscribe to these services, customers traveling abroad can visit gigaroam.smart.com.ph and select the data plans that best suit their roaming needs. This user-friendly platform enables seamless access to Smart’s 5G roaming services, ensuring a hassle-free experience for customers seeking connectivity on their international journeys.
As of the end of March 2023, PLDT has extended its fiber footprint to over 1.1 million kilometers, encompassing more than 231,000 kilometers of international fiber and over 874,000 kilometers of domestic fiber. This extensive fiber infrastructure supports Smart’s 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G networks, which currently reach 97 percent of the country’s population.
The ongoing efforts to expand local and global roaming coverage align with the PLDT Group’s commitment to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. By continuously enhancing its network infrastructure and partnering with international operators, Smart aims to provide reliable and advanced connectivity solutions for both domestic and international customers.
For more information on Smart’s services and offerings, you can visit their official website at www.smart.com.ph.
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