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'I LOVE GLOBE' Promo on Facebook

2010-07-30T22:02:00.000-07:00

Just when you think Globe is done with showing their subscribers with gadgets, Globe launched another promo on Facebook last night!

After the success of their IN A RELATIONSHIP promo on Facebook, giving away 2 Blackberry Curve units (this promo is still on-going), now Globe will raffle out 2 iPhone 3Gs units to fans who would spread the love for Globe!

To join this new promo, follow these steps:

1. Take or create a picture with the phrase “I LOVE GLOBE”.

2. Declare your LOVE for GLOBE by posting the picture on Globe Telecom’s Facebook Wall.

3. Tag 10 of your friends to the picture.

That’s it! You’re done!

Promo period is from July 30, 8pm to August 2, 12 noon!

Globe will randomly select two winners of iPhone 3Gs!!! One winner will be revealed on August 1, 12 noon and the other on August 2, 4pm. SEND AS MANY ENTRIES AS YOU CAN! The more entries you submit, the more chances of winning!

So spread the love for Globe! Join now!

Globe Telecom IN A RELATIONSHIP Promo on Facebook

2010-07-30T21:51:00.000-07:00

It seems like Globe Telecom is feeling generous the past few days. After launching a promo on blogs and their Twitter account promising to give away two SAMSUNG GALAXY S phones, they have now launched another promo. This time on Facebook. At stake are TWO Blackberry Curve handhelds!!!

Yes, one winner will get TWO Blackberry Curve 8520 phones! Here are the mechanics!

GLOBE IN A RELATIONSHIP PROMO MECHANICS

1. Set your relationship status to “In a Relationship”

2. Like Globe Telecom on Facebook (http://wwww.facebook.com/GlobePH)

3. Post this on YOUR wall: “[Tag your SUPER ONE] is my Super One because [your reason]. DECLARE your Super One and get a chance to win TWO Blackberry Curves for you and your Super One! Wanna know more? Go to @Globe Telecom!”

4. IMPORTANT: Don’t forget to tag your SUPER ONE at the start of your post and tag the Globe Telecom page at the end.

5. Make sure that the Privacy settings of your post is set to EVERYONE. If your post does not appear on the Globe Telecom fanpage wall, it won’t be considered an official entry. One entry per person is allowed, so make sure you’re tagging your Super One!

It’s that easy! Promo runs from July 30, 2010, 12 PM to August 2, 2010 12 PM.

Globe will randomly pick one lucky winner of two (2) Blackberry Curve handhelds: ONE for you, and ONE for your SUPER ONE! Announcement of the winner is anytime from 6-7 PM of August 2, 2010.

So what are you waiting for? Tell Globe who your Super One is on Facebook over the weekend, and you’ll get TWO of these super phones: one for you, and one for your Super One. Join now!

Globe's SUPER ONE Blogging Contest!

2010-07-27T02:29:00.000-07:00

Globe Telecom rarely holds blogging contests but when they do, you know they're giving away something huge. True enough, when they announced this weekend their new blogging contest for SUPER ONE, a new service, it was not a surprise that what's at stake is a brand new android phone --- the Samsung Galaxy S! Cool, cool, indeed.

Anyway, since SUPER ONE is a service about strengthening relationship, it is apt that the mechanics involve participants to write about the most important person in their lives --- their SUPER ONE.

To get a chance to win that Super Phone, follow these steps:

1. Post an entry on your blog about the question, “Who is your Super ONE and why?”

2. The entry should include a photo OR video of you and YOUR Super ONE.

3. The entry should also include links to this blog post and to the Super One page (that’s http://site.globe.com.ph/web/guest/features/super_one)

4. Leave your blog post URL as a comment on this blog post for us to validate your entry.

5. Deadline of all entries will be on August 8, ONE PM.

6. Entries will be judged according to this criteria:

Use of Photos or Video – 20%

Uniqueness & Originality – 20%

Theme & Content – 30%

Creativity – 30%

7. The winner will be announced on August 9, 2010!

So start writing those entries and tell us all about your Super One now!

Globe's SUPER ONE Hashtag Campaign on Twitter

2010-07-27T02:19:00.000-07:00

Join Globe's Newest Hashtag Campaign! Following the success of #BangonPinoy hashtag campaign November of last year and the UNLITWEET tagging promo last April, Globe's Twitter account @Talk2Globe has yet another treat to its followers!

Globe Telecom will be giving away a Samsung Galaxy S, the hottest android phone that got everybody talking! So if you want to win it, join their raffle promo now. Here are the mechanics:

To get a chance to win a new Android Samsung Galaxy S, follow these steps:

1. Follow @Talk2Globe on Twitter

2. Tweet this: “#MySuper1 is . RT this and get a chance to win a Samsung Galaxy S! http://bit.ly/superone”

3. Tag @Talk2Globe. Don’t forget the #MySuper1 hashtag, the bit.ly link, and your Super One!

It’s that easy! Promo period is from July 26, 5pm to August 2, 5pm. The winner will be announced by @Talk2Globe on August 2, 2010 anytime from 6pm – 7pm, as well as here at the Globe Tattoo Blog!

It’s a raffle so the more tweets you post, the more chances of winning! So start tweeting about YOUR SUPER ONE now and get a chance to win a cool new Android phone!

Want to know more about Super One? Click here to go to the Super One page and subscribe to this new service now!

SMART GOLD – SONY ERICSSON RAFFLE TIE UP FAQs

2010-05-31T18:29:00.001-07:00

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. What is the Smart Gold – Sony Ericsson Entertainment Unlimited Raffle Tie Up?

New Subscribers and those under Retention who avail of selected Sony Ericsson handsets can get a chance to win various prizes. Participating handsets are:
o SE Naite
o SE W595
o SE W705
o SE Aino

2. Am I automatically qualified to win if I will avail one of the handsets in the promo?

No. You must first register via SMS in order to qualify for the raffle promo. Text SEREGName/Co

mplete Address/Handset model to 3830.

Ex: SE REG Juan dela Cruz/123 Rose St., Brgy Bulaklakin, Quezon City/Aino.

3. What prizes are at stake?

It depends on what kind of handset plan you availed of. Check out the list below.

Handset Model Plan Qualified to Win

Sony Ericsson Naite FREE at Plan 800 1 of 8 Sony Bravia 32" LCD TVs
Sony Ericsson W595 FREE at Plan 1200 1 of 4 Sony PS3 Slims
Sony Ericsson W705 FREE at Plan 1800 1 of 4 Sony PS3 Slims
Sony Ericsson Aino FREE at Plan 3500 1 of 8 Sony PSPs

4. How do I join?

You must register via SMS in order to qualify. Text SEREGName/Complete Address/Handset model to access code 3830. Ex: SE REG Juan dela Cruz/123 Rose St., Brgy Bulaklakin, Quezon City/Aino.

5. When is the Raffle promo? When is the draw date?

Promo period is from March 19 to May 30, 2010. Handsets bought within the promo period must register via SMS within the promo period to join the raffle . Raffle draw: June 2, 2010.

6. Do I need to enter my complete name and address?

YES :) For example: Juan S. Dela Cruz/123 Rosal St. Brgy. Bulaklakin, Project 6, Quezon City, Philippines

7. How will I know if I am successfully registered in the raffle?

You'll get an SMS from access code 3830 that says: Ur mobile # is now registered to the SMART Gold-Sony Ericsson Raffle Promo. Raffle draw will be held on June 2, 2010. See posters and flyers for complete details. Per DTI Permit # 0786 Series of 2010. For inquiries, visit www.smart.com.ph/gold.

8. I registered using a handset that is different from the one I purchased for the promo. Will I still qualify?

If you availed of any of the included handsets under a Smart Gold Plan (see Item#1), and you registered using the qualified cellphone number, you're still in for the raffle.

9. I wasn't able to register for the promo. The sales officer didn't inform me.

No worries! You can still register and join the raffle anytime between March 19 to May 30, 2010.

10. How soon after the draw date will SMART call the winners?

We'll call within 5 working days from draw date.

11. How will I know if I win?

You'll receive a letter and a call from SMART. You will also be advised on the requirements for claiming your prize.

12. How do I claim my prize?

Prizes will be delivered to your home care of Sony Ericsson. When you receive the call, arrangements will be discussed with you on when and how the prize will be delivered.

13. Can my authorized representative receive the prize upon delivery?

Surely, an authorized representative may claim the prize provided the following requirements are complete.
- The mailed notification letter addressed to the winner
- Two (2) original valid IDs of the winning subscriber
- Authorization Letter
- Two (2) original valid IDs of representative
- The winning active SMART SIM
- Optional:
o Qualified Sony Ericsson handset used for registration
o Successful Registration SMS from access code 3830

14. What are the requirements needed for me to claim/receive the prize upon delivery to my home?

You MUST NOT have any overdue/unpaid balances :) Any dues must be paid in full in order to claim the prize. The following must also be presented in order to receive the delivered prize:
- The mailed notification letter addressed to the winner
- Two (2) original valid IDs of the winning subscriber
- The winning active SMART SIM
- Optional:
o Qualified Sony Ericsson handset used for registration
o Successful Registration SMS from access code 3830

15. Is there an initial cash out requirement to be able to qualify in this promo?

None. However, FREE handsets under Plan 500, 800, and 1200 must be availed of under the Auto-Debit Agreement. Otherwise, the following cash out are required:
- Plan 500: P1,000 cash out
- Plan 800: P 700 cash out
- Plan 1200: P 300 cash out

16. What happens if I am not able to receive my prize within the 60-day redemption period?

Your prize will be forfeited in favor of Smart Communications, Inc. Better claim early!

17. Can I interchange or request for the prize not allotted for my handset? Can I just pay the excess amount?

No, the prizes to be won are according to the handset availed, no exchanges please :)

18. Can I choose the color if I will win the PSP/PS3?

Sorry, but the color of prizes depends on currently available stocks of Sony Ericsson.

19. Who do I contact in case there is a problem with my Sony Bravia LCD TV / Sony PS3 Slim / Sony PSP?

You may contact the Sony Philippines Service Center Hotline at (02)330-1111 for any technical concerns on the prizes.

Get the ultimate surfer’s high from Globe BlackBerry Max

2010-05-30T18:24:00.000-07:00

Have you ever been browsing the web with your BlackBerry handheld, merrily tweeting your updates, when you suddenly hit a red light trying to watch the latest “American Idol” ep on YouTube? It could happen. While your BlackBerry can get you onto most websites free and clear, there’s a small handful of sites that require you to switch on a separate internet access first before getting into the site. The moment you do that, you get billed an additional P 5 for every 15 minutes of web browsing on those sites, using your BlackBerry.

If you’re wondering why this is so, it’s because some content-rich websites may not yet be optimized for a handheld device like your BlackBerry; if you try to browse them, you’d need to switch over to regular internet access to get the best experience.

But those days are gone because Globe is launching Super Surf for Blackberry Max, a new service that gets the CrackBerry addict in you just about anywhere you want to go on the web. With Super Surf for BlackBerry Max, there’s virtually no limit to what you can do online: Email, browse the web, chat with pals via BlackBerry Messenger and even stream your favorite videos on your BlackBerry phone.

Open to both Globe postpaid and prepaid BlackBerry lovers, Super Surf for BlackBerry Max is just P 1500 a month or P300 for 5 days, and will be available till August 18, 2010. And Super Surf for BlackBerry Max works great with Globe’s array of BlackBerry offers, like the top-of-the-line Bold 9700, favored by showbiz and high society, and the collegiate Curve 8520, the back-to-school starter model which comes in ruby-red, snow-white and classic black.

Globe’s Super Surf for BlackBerry Max is also a great add-on to the array of My SuperPlan offers, which means that My SuperPlan customers who own a BlackBerry can easily upgrade their surfing experience by asking for the Super Surf for BlackBerry Max plan.

Martha Sazon, Head of Globe Postpaid, says, “We want to make the internet experience as smooth and worry-free as it can be. Super Surf was designed with that in mind: Giving our customers unlimited and convenient access to the internet content and websites that they love. Now with Super Surf for BlackBerry Max, we are upping the ante and letting them go anywhere they want in cyberspace, no holds barred. We encourage all our BlackBerry users to upgrade their surfing experience with Super Surf for BlackBerry Max.”

Your maxed-out Super Surf experience is just a click away. Register via text by sending BB MAX 300 (5 days) to 8888, for 5 days of unlimited browsing on your Globe BlackBerry handset. And if you want the full 30-day service, just text BB MAX ON (30 days) to 8888.

Coolest Gadgets for FREE* Only From Globe

2010-05-27T18:22:00.000-07:00

Get a GLOBE Postpaid Plan 1800 or higher and get one of these bundles for FREE:
• Nintendo Wii plus Nokia 2730c
• Sony PSP 3006 plus a Nokia 2730c

Get a Globe Postpaid plan 2500 or higher and get:
• Sony PS3 Slim 120GB plus a Nokia 2730c.

MECHANICS
1. Submit proof of ID, proof of billing and proof of income (amount of which should be commensurate to the plan value applied for) to any Globe store in GMA. Fill up the Mobile Application Form. Applicants must submit the above documents in order to qualify for the offer.
2. Subscribers should maintain the subscription for at least 24 months, otherwise the subscriber will be charged with the Handset Base Price plus the Gadget Base Price.
3. One-month advance payment is required and will be offset with the first month’s bill.

Promo is from May 1 to May 31, 2010 only.

For more information, visit the nearest Globe Store* or call (02)730-1000.

You can also check out http://site.globe.com.ph/features/gadgets_galore for more details.

*Available in GMA Only

Coolest Gadgets for FREE* Only From Globe

2010-05-17T20:28:00.000-07:00

Get a GLOBE Postpaid Plan 1800 or higher and get one of these bundles for FREE:
• Nintendo Wii plus Nokia 2730c
• Sony PSP 3006 plus a Nokia 2730c

Get a Globe Postpaid plan 2500 or higher and get:
• Sony PS3 Slim 120GB plus a Nokia 2730c.

MECHANICS
1. Submit proof of ID, proof of billing and proof of income (amount of which should be commensurate to the plan value applied for) to any Globe store in GMA. Fill up the Mobile Application Form. Applicants must submit the above documents in order to qualify for the offer.

2. Subscribers should maintain the subscription for at least 24 months, otherwise the subscriber will be charged with the Handset Base Price plus the Gadget Base Price.

3. One-month advance payment is required and will be offset with the first month’s bill.

Promo is from May 1 to May 31, 2010 only.

For more information, visit the nearest Globe Store* or call (02)730-1000.

You can also check out http://site.globe.com.ph/features/gadgets_galore for more details.

*Available in GMA Only

MNP Exclusive: IMMORTALTXT WILL BE BACK THIS WEEK

2010-04-12T19:49:00.000-07:00

Globe Telecom is indeed full of surprises lately. After the big 4438 surprise last April 4, which is My Rewards My Globe, Globe is cooking something delightful once again!

A network insider has just informed me that our much-loved IMMORTALTXT will be relaunched anytime this week! It's true, it's true. My source is very reliable.

Finally, after much clamor from Globe Tattoo subscribers to revive IMMORTALTXT, Globe chose to listen and give what the people want. That's what I like about Globe more than any other networks, they innovate and now they listen. Cool, huh!

Watch out for the return of IMMORTALTXT this week!

Globe UNLIMAIL Free Trial EXTENDED!

2010-04-07T02:25:00.000-07:00

Globe's UnliMail promo is EXTENDED! Yay! You can still try out UNLIMAIL for FREE until April 14.

UnliMail is a Globe-exclusive service that allows you to send, receive, and access your emails while on mobile. Doesnt matter if without a laptop or iPhone or Blackberry.

Here's what I got from the Globe Tattoo blog:

With UnliMail, you have the power of email with the convenience of mobile. Whether you’re a heavy texter, an entrepreneur on-the-go, or if you’re just on vacation and you need to attend to urgent matters on your email, then UnliMail is just the service for you!

Here’s an updated list of the handsets that UnliMail supports:

The free UnliMail promo is extended until April 14, so go on ahead and register! For the power of email in the palm of your hand, grab this opportunity now!

Smart May Be Cooking Something Customer Service-Related

2010-04-07T02:14:00.000-07:00

Smart seems to be cooking something. Smart, on its Facebook fan page posted a poll today.

Here's the content:

Answer our poll question below from now until 11pm of April 15 and get a chance to win SMART premium items via raffle. Thanks!

option 1:Sure! Why not?
option 2:Yes, but with limitations and conditions.
option 3:Nope. I still prefer face-to-face agents.

It seems like they are doing something about customer service. They are already delivering customer support through Twitter (twitter.com/smartcares). But I wonder what they are planning this time..

Hmmm. What do you think?