Driving the news:
Starting Aug. 15, every DITO SIM Starter Pack (₱39) comes bundled with:
Free daily Viber access (1GB) for chats, calls, and sharing
Up to 25GB total data for browsing and streaming
Unlimited texts to all networks
Unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls and video calls, plus 100 minutes to other networks
Valid for five days
What they’re saying:
“We are among the most social and connected people in the world. With this partnership, we’re not just offering data – we’re making conversations come alive anytime, anywhere,” said Atty. Adel Tamano, DITO chief revenue officer.
“The Philippines is a major Viber market. This partnership empowers Filipinos with affordable access to calls, chats, business tools, and even online dating,” said David Tse, senior director, Asia Pacific at Rakuten Viber.
The big picture:
The partnership highlights how telecom players are expanding beyond connectivity into lifestyle-driven services.
Upcoming promos include Viber Plus and Viber Dating, aimed at giving Filipinos more ways to connect personally and professionally.
What’s next:
The partnership aligns with DITO’s “Kaya DITO” campaign, reinforcing its commitment to empower Filipinos with affordable, reliable, and innovative digital experiences. —Ed: Vanessa Hidalgo
