The provided source material details a specific postpaid offering from Globe Telecom, identified as Plan 499. This plan is presented as a bundled package that includes both a tablet device and a mobile phone. The primary components of the offer are the CloudPad 700w tablet and the Cloudfone Excite 320G smartphone. The monthly fee for this plan is listed as 499 pesos.
The plan structure includes a monthly consumable allowance designated for calls and texts, totaling 400 pesos. Additionally, it provides a data allocation of 50MB for internet browsing on the mobile phone. The source material notes that the internet connection can be shared from the mobile phone to the tablet device. The bundle also includes a specific "1 call and text freebie," though the exact nature of this freebie is not detailed further in the text.
Device Specifications
The source material provides technical specifications for both devices included in the Plan 499 bundle.
CloudPad 700w Tablet
The tablet operates on the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system. It features a 7-inch WVGA capacitive touchscreen. The device is equipped with a VGA front camera and 512MB of RAM. Internal storage is listed as 4GB, with an expansion capability of up to 32GB via microSD card. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi and 3G USB Dongle functionality. The battery capacity is 3000mAh.
Cloudfone Excite 320G Phone
The mobile phone runs on the Android 2.3 Gingerbread operating system. It features a 3.2-inch QVGA capacitive display and a 2-megapixel camera. The device contains 256MB of RAM and 512MB of internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via microSD. Connectivity includes 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS. The device supports Dual SIM functionality and has a battery capacity of 1400mAh. The source material notes that the phone has the capability to receive 3G network signals, which is relevant for browsing.
Usage and Functionality
The source material mentions that the tablet can be used for video calling applications via Wi-Fi using the front camera. It is also stated that users can enjoy thousands of games compatible with the Android 4.0 operating system through the Google Play store. The text notes that the phone runs on Gingerbread OS and can receive 3G network signals.
Regarding the application process for this plan, the source material indicates that users must provide or secure the necessary requirements to apply for Globe Plan 499, though specific requirements are not listed in the provided text.
Additional Globe Plan Information
While the specific focus is on Plan 499, the source material contains fragments regarding other Globe postpaid structures. One source describes a document outlining various Globe postpaid plans at different price points, such as 999, 1799, 2499, and 3799. These higher-tier plans generally include more data and freebies. For example, Plan 999 includes unlimited mobile surfing and one freebie from specific options (A-C or E). A separate Blackberry-only plan at 599 is mentioned as providing all-unlimited services.
Another fragment discusses a comparison between Globe and Smart plans regarding mobile devices like the Galaxy S9+. The Globe offering mentioned includes unlimited calls within their network, unlimited texts to all networks, and 8GB of data. It also mentions premium subscriptions to Netflix and Spotify as freebies. In contrast, the Smart GigaX Plan is described as offering 5GB of data plus 10GB for video streaming, along with unlimited texts and 50 minutes of voice calls to all networks.
Furthermore, the source material references "Globe At Home" No Lock-Up Postpaid Plans. These plans are described as breaking away from the traditional 24-month lock-in period. They offer various affordable plans with data allocations and speeds ranging from 5 Mbps to 50 Mbps. The goal of these plans is to provide accessibility and ease of application for home broadband connectivity.
There are also references to promotional activities, such as the "917 celebration" and specific data offers for prepaid WiFi devices, which come with free data and additional promos. Specific HomeSurf plans (199, 599, 999, 1499) are mentioned in the context of offering freebies, though the details of these freebies are not fully elaborated in the provided text.
Conclusion
The Globe Telecom Plan 499 is a specific postpaid bundle designed to provide both a tablet (CloudPad 700w) and a smartphone (Cloudfone Excite 320G) for a monthly fee of 499 pesos. The plan includes a 400 peso monthly consumable for calls and texts, 50MB of internet data, and a specific call and text freebie. The devices included are older models running Android 4.0 and 2.3 respectively, with modest specifications suitable for basic usage. Beyond Plan 499, Globe offers a range of postpaid plans with varying data allowances and freebies, as well as home broadband solutions that feature no lock-up periods.