Starlink’s satellites will essentially act as “cell towers in space,” beaming signals directly to mobile phones and seamlessly connecting through its network of over 650 low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. DITO Telecommunity once again proved its strength in the local telecom scene after being recognized as the Philippines’ best mobile network for the fourth time in a row by Ookla Speedtest Intelligence. The Philippines remains among the slowest countries in transitioning away from 3G networks, with most mobile users still relying on older devices that do not support newer voice technologies. This means nearly seven in 10 mobile users are still dependent on legacy 3G services ahead of the government-mandated shutdown of 3G networks by the end of 2026. Read more in our articles including "Globe and Starlink Launch Direct-to-Cell Satellite Service in the Philippines" and "DITO Tops PH Mobile Network Rankings for the Fourth Time in a Row".
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May 28, 2026Starlink’s satellites will essentially act as “cell towers in space,” beaming signals directly to mobile phones and seamlessly connecting through its network of over 650 low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. DITO Telecommunity once again proved its strength in the local telecom scene after being recognized as the Philippines’ best mobile network for the fourth time in a row by Ookla Speedtest Intelligence.
The Philippines remains among the slowest countries in transitioning away from 3G networks, with most mobile users still relying on older devices that do not support newer voice technologies. This means nearly seven in 10 mobile users are still dependent on legacy 3G services ahead of the government-mandated shutdown of 3G networks by the end of 2026.
Our coverage of Mobile Network Expansion includes: "Globe and Starlink Launch Direct-to-Cell Satellite Service in the Philippines"; "DITO Tops PH Mobile Network Rankings for the Fourth Time in a Row"; "Results: Mobile 3G Usage". Each article provides unique insights and information.