Globe Telecom, a telecommunications provider in the Philippines, has historically offered various promotional incentives for subscribers to its "My Super Plan 499." These promotions primarily focus on bundling free hardware, such as smartphones and tablets, with specific service plans. The available information highlights offers from 2012 and 2013, detailing the specific devices, service inclusions, and eligibility requirements for these promotions.
Android Bundle Promo
In 2013, Globe introduced an Android bundle promo designed for subscribers seeking both a tablet and a mobile phone without a high upfront cost. The offer centered on the "My Super Plan 499."
The Offer Subscribers could obtain a CloudPad 700w and a CloudFone Excite 320g for free when signing up for specific variations of the My Super Plan 499. This bundle was marketed as the most affordable Android tablet and phone package available in the market at the time.
Plan Options The free hardware was available across three specific plan configurations under the P499 monthly tier:
- Standard Bundle: For P499 monthly, subscribers received the free devices, P400 monthly consumable for calls and texts, 50MB of data for mobile surfing, and 1 call and text freebie.
- Consumable Bundle: For P499 monthly, subscribers received the free devices, P499 worth of monthly consumable for calls and texts, additional P99 for 50MB of data, and 2 call and text freebies.
- Data Bundle: For P499 monthly, subscribers received the free devices, 1GB of data for mobile surfing, and 1 call and text freebie.
Hardware Specifications The CloudPad 700w featured Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, a 7.0-inch WVGA (800x480) capacitive touchscreen, a 3000mAh battery, and support for external memory up to 32GB. The CloudFone Excite 320g was the accompanying mobile phone.
Availability This offer was exclusive to the Globe Online Shop. Globe promoted the online shopping experience as safe, secure, and convenient, offering nationwide delivery of handsets. Subscribers applying through the online shop could also receive exclusive perks such as SM Cinema movie tickets or Starbucks gift certificates.
BlackBerry Concert Promotion
In a separate promotion, Globe offered subscribers tickets to an exclusive Nicki Minaj concert in Manila. This offer was tied to the purchase of specific BlackBerry devices under the My Super Plan.
Eligibility and Devices To qualify for the concert tickets, subscribers had to purchase one of the following devices on the My Super Plan: * BlackBerry Curve 9220: Purchasers were entitled to one free ticket. * BlackBerry Curve 9320: Purchasers were entitled to two free tickets.
Existing subscribers who were outside their lock-up period could re-contract their accounts to qualify. Subscribers within a lock-up period could opt to get a new postpaid line or purchase a prepaid phone kit to receive the tickets.
Plan Details for Devices The BlackBerry Curve 9220 was available for free with the My Super Plan 499 plus a P99 unlimited BlackBerry Chat subscription. This package included P499 monthly consumable for calls and texts, unlimited access to BlackBerry Messenger (BBM), and 2 freebies for a total monthly cost of P598.
The BlackBerry Curve 9320 was available for free with the My Super Plan BlackBerry Unli Surf Combo Plan 999. This plan included unlimited mobile surfing, P400 monthly consumable for calls and texts, and 1 freebie for a monthly cost of P999.
BlackBerry Curve 8520 Offer
An earlier promotion offered the BlackBerry Curve 8520 for free with specific My Super Plan configurations. This promotion was active until March 31, 2012.
Available Plans Subscribers could obtain the device for free through the following plans: * My Super Plan 499 + BlackBerry Chat: Included P499 consumable, 2 freebies (options A-D), and unlimited BBM for P99/month. * Family Combo Plan + BlackBerry Chat: Included 3 lines under one bill, 3 unlimited services (P1,499/month), and 3 unlimited BBM (P297/month). * Unli Surf Combo Plan 599: Included unlimited mobile browsing, BBM, and social networking.
Device Features The BlackBerry Curve 8520 featured a full QWERTY keypad and trackpad navigation. It included integrated messaging and quick access to social sites. It was the first BlackBerry smartphone to feature dedicated media keys for controlling music and videos.
Online Application Process
The Globe Online Shop served as the primary platform for applying for postpaid plans and accessing these offers. The process was designed to be entirely digital, eliminating the need for physical store visits.
Steps to Apply Based on user reports from the time, the application process involved the following steps: 1. Registering an account on the Globe website. 2. Accessing the online shop. 3. Selecting a specific plan (e.g., Plan 499 from the Super Plan lineup). 4. Choosing available freebies. 5. Selecting the desired handset(s). 6. Adding the selection to the cart and checking out.
Upon checkout, an email confirmation was sent to the applicant. The service allowed for the submission of scanned documents online. Approved units were delivered to the subscriber's address, a service noted as a convenience compared to other providers requiring office pickup.
Additional Plan Information
While the specific "My Super Plan 499" offers focused on hardware bundles, other documents reference broader Globe postpaid structures. A leaked document from 2015 indicated plans to upgrade Platinum Broadband Plans, specifically offering 50Mbps for Php2,499 and 100Mbps for Php3,499. However, these broadband plans are distinct from the My Super Plan 499 mobile offers.
Another document outlined general postpaid plans starting at P999, which included unlimited mobile surfing and freebies from options A-C or E. Higher tiers (P1799, P2499, P3799) offered increased consumable amounts and more freebies. A specific BlackBerry-only plan at P599 provided all-unlimited services.
Conclusion
Globe Telecom's My Super Plan 499 historically served as a vehicle for distributing free hardware to subscribers. The primary incentives included the "Android Bundle Promo" featuring a CloudPad and CloudFone, and various BlackBerry device offers tied to specific service plans. Access to these promotions was centralized through the Globe Online Shop, which facilitated digital applications and nationwide delivery. These offers were active in the 2012-2013 timeframe and were structured to provide value through bundled devices and specific service inclusions.