SMART Makes History with First-Ever 5G Max-Powered Concert

Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc., (Smart) made history with the country’s first-ever 5G Max-powered concert and experiential showcase - the Amazing 5G Max Experience - held last December 14 on 5th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City.

A leveled-up 5G connectivity, Smart 5G Max features significantly faster speeds for uploading and downloading, and ultra-low latency, providing customers with amazing mobile experiences.

Smart first launched 5G Max in BGC, a strategic and dynamic hub where professionals, students, and entrepreneurs converge, and to showcase its power, it mounted the Amazing 5G Max Experience.

Smart 5G Max-powered concert

To demonstrate what 5G Max is capable of, Smart seamlessly livestreamed the performance of OPM singer and songwriter Arthur Nery from Fully Booked on High Street to the screen on main concert stage on Fifth Avenue, leaving fans swooning with his heartfelt lyrics.

Bamboo, Belle Mariano, Moira, and AC Bonifacio also graced the 5G Max-powered stage with one electrifying performance after another before thousands of attendees, who enjoyed the free concert like an early Christmas treat.

Smart 5G Max showcase

Aside from enjoying the free concert, subscribers also enjoyed many amazing ways Smart 5G Max can elevate the digital lifestyle of Filipinos through the Creator’s Lab, Game Arena, Stream Theater, and 5G-powered Store.

Subscribers got the chance to explore the Creator’s Lab, an interactive area where they experimented with creating content and uploaded it on TikTok in a snap. On the other hand, mobile gamers got the chance to go up against celebrated esports teams, Smart Omega and Empress, on Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and Honor of Kings.

Smart subscribers also trooped to the Smart 5G Max’s Stream Theater, the best place to catch up on the latest shows on MAX and Netflix.

To showcase Smart 5G Max’s exceptional capabilities, real-time speed tests were conducted throughout the venue, showing Smart 5G Max speeds to be up to three times faster than normal 5G.

The event also featured exciting special prizes for attendees, adding to the rewarding 5G experience and making the event even more memorable for participants.

For updates on the next Smart 5G Max-powered event, follow Smart’s official accounts on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and YouTube.

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Manong Chavit Singson Launches VBank App: An Innovative Digital Banking Platform Promises to Bring Convenient and Secure Financial Services to Filipinos

In a groundbreaking move to revolutionize financial inclusion in the country, senatorial candidate Luis “Chavit” Singson officially launched the VBank app last Sunday, December 15.

The innovative digital banking platform promises to bring convenient and secure financial services to Filipinos nationwide, marking a significant step toward empowering underserved communities.

VBank enables users to open a bank account entirely through the app, eliminating the need for tedious paperwork and long queues. Users can send money to all banks and digital wallets, pay bills, and even purchase mobile loads.

Download via Google Play: 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vigan.viganbanking.mobile

App Store: 

https://apps.apple.com/ph/app/vbank-ph/id6478899702

With over 6,000 cash-in outlets nationwide - including Tambunting Pawnshops, Puregold, and Alfamart - VBank ensures seamless transactions even for those in remote areas.

During his provincial sorties, Manong Chavit gave the audience a public demonstration of how the VBank app works,

“This is not just about banking; it’s about giving every Filipino the tools to participate in our economy,” he said. “VBank makes it possible for anyone, regardless of location, to access essential financial services.” The launch started at 3:30 P.M. at the Bridgetowne Destination Estate along Eulogio Rodriguez Jr. Avenue during the Blackout Festival.

Manong Chavit was assisted by celebrity guest Ai Ai delas Alas. A press conference followed at the exclusive VBank lounge.

Adding excitement to the launch, Singson announced the 58 Days Pa-Raffle ni Manong Chavit, a campaign aimed at engaging users and spreading awareness of VBank’s convenient features.

From the day of the launch, 58 winners will take home ₱5,800 culminating with one winner of ₱58,000 daily, and a grand prize of ₱580,000 awaiting one lucky user on the 58th day.

To join, users simply need to download the VBank app, create an account, and follow Singson’s official Facebook page for updates.

VBank’s launch reflects its commitment to addressing the challenges faced by unbanked and underserved communities.

According to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, nearly 77 percent of Filipinos remain unbanked, relying on informal and often unreliable financial systems. VBank aims to bridge this gap by providing a secure, user-friendly platform tailored to the needs of everyday Filipinos.

The app’s features are designed to cater to individuals and small businesses alike, fostering economic activity and resilience. Users can manage their finances, access loans, transfer funds and connect to a broader network of financial opportunities without stepping into a physical bank branch.

Manong Chavit’s vision for VBank extends beyond just a banking app.

“This is the future of financial empowerment in the Philippines,” he said. “We’re not just launching a product; we’re creating growth opportunities, especially in areas like Pangasinan, where access to financial services is limited.”

Listed as No. 58 on the Senate ballot, Singson is running under the slogan, “May Isang Salita,” embodying his dedication to integrity, dependability, and fulfilling his commitments.

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