Smart Wins Best Mobile Video Experience in the Philippines for 2nd Straight Year: Ookla 1H 2026 Report

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Smart has once again been awarded the Best Mobile Video Experience in the Philippines by Ookla. This marks its second consecutive year receiving the award.

Smart 5G See the Difference Stream on Smart Ookla Best Mobile Video Experience 2026 Award banner with Anthony Jennings

Top Video Score of 72.82 in Ookla Speedtest Intelligence Analysis

Based on Ookla’s comprehensive Speedtest Intelligence data for the first half of 2026, Smart achieved a Video Score of 72.82, the highest among all Philippine mobile telcos. The award measures real-world Quality of Experience (QoE) based on three core criteria: video start times under two seconds, uninterrupted playback without rebuffering, and 1080p Full HD resolution or higher.

Filipino professional enjoying smooth video streaming on a smartphone in a bustling city environment

Consistent Quality for Millions of Smart and TNT Subscribers

For millions of Smart and TNT users, this translates to faster load times, seamless playback, and crisp visual clarity across leading video and livestreaming platforms. Whether streaming series on a daily commute, browsing short-form reels, or catching live sports, subscribers experience dependable network stability nationwide.

5G Device Adoption Surges by 30% to 12.5 Million Connected Devices

Smart’s ongoing nationwide network optimization and targeted rollouts continue to accelerate 5G migration across the country.

As of end-June 2026, the number of 5G-capable devices on Smart’s network expanded by 30% to 12.5 million, accounting for 21% of all individual devices connected to the network.

Jam Ancheta
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Jam Ancheta is a Filipino tech journalist, content creator, and founder of JamOnline.ph, delivering news, reviews, and insights on gadgets, gaming, and tech. With over a decade in the industry, he has collaborated with top brands and produced content that makes technology easy to understand. Based in Alberta, Canada, Jam continues to connect with a global audience while balancing work, gaming, family, school and an ever-growing pile of unopened gadget boxes.

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