The service connects phones directly to Starlink satellites when regular mobile coverage drops, without a satellite terminal or extra device.
Plans start at P400 for seven days with 2GB of regular roaming data, 1GB of satellite data and 50 satellite texts.
“Globe has always been at the forefront of connectivity innovation, and extending our Starlink journey into international access is the next step in that evolution,” Eric Tanbauco, head of Globe’s Consumer Mobile Business, said in a statement.
“Through our partnership with KDDI, we are exploring how satellite-enabled connectivity can help overcome network boundaries and create a more seamless travel experience for customers," he added/
Backup, not broadband
Satellite access is limited to select apps and requires mobile data, data roaming and a clear view of the sky.
The offer is designed as a backup in remote areas rather than a replacement for conventional mobile or Wi-Fi service.
Globe-KDDI link
Globe is delivering the service through Japan’s KDDI, extending its domestic Starlink Mobile rollout into international roaming.
The arrangement works both ways, allowing KDDI customers to tap Globe’s satellite service when traveling in the Philippines.
—Edited by Miguel R. Camus
