Smart Communications, Inc. (mobile network operator)
and MediaScape, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of MediaQuest Holdings
Inc. allowed, under a Congressional franchise, to provide broadcast
services. MediaScape also has a Direct-to-User license that permits
it to broadcast via satellite and terrestrial wireless transmission
to Fixed and Mobile TV devices)
CONTACT
MediaScape, Inc.
Tel +63 2 8563109
Fax +63 2 8187855
SERVICE
LAUNCH DATE
July 2007 (demo)
SUBSCRIBERS / USERS
Approximately 20,000 DVB-H enabled units
BUSINESS MODEL
TV package available to both pre- and post-paid
customers of Smart's mobile network.
SERVICE CONTENT
10 TV services: CNN, MTV Philippines, Cartoon Network,
National Geographic Channel, Pinoy Box Office, The History Channel,
Solar Sports, Basketball TV, ETC and Jack TV.
TARIFFS / PRICING
LEVELS
Free of charge until commercial launch in 2008.
P488 (approximately 8 EUR) per month on top of either the monthly
post-paid subscription or for pre-paid customers who maintain a
minimum level of credit.