Globe launches VoLTE roaming in Asia-Pacific, USA

Globe has launched its Voice over LTE (VoLTE) roaming capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region and the United States, enhancing connectivity for its customers.

The service allows uninterrupted high-quality voice calls and text messaging on foreign networks, even as they phase out legacy 2G and 3G infrastructure.

As of July, Globe’s VoLTE roaming is available in Japan (Softbank), Australia (Optus), Hong Kong (CSL), Taiwan (Taiwan Mobile), Macau (CTM), and the United States (T-Mobile and AT&T). Italy will soon join the list via TIM and Wind.

“Traveling abroad should not mean being cut off from life back home. With VoLTE roaming, Globe ensures that our customers stay fully connected wherever they are, whether making calls for real-time updates or receiving important text notifications such as OTPs from their most-used apps. The last thing they should worry about is losing communication,” said Paula Rivera-Castillo, Head of Globe International Business.

VoLTE technology leverages LTE networks to provide high-definition voice calls, texts, and simultaneous mobile data usage without relying on older technologies.

This results in uninterrupted connectivity, faster call setup, and the ability to use voice and data concurrently at no extra cost beyond regular roaming rates.

Without VoLTE roaming, Globe customers could face connectivity challenges, including the inability to make voice calls and send text messages in countries phasing out 2G and 3G networks.

To enjoy VoLTE roaming, customers need a VoLTE-capable device, an account provisioned for VoLTE, and access to an LTE signal from Globe’s roaming partners.

“Traveling abroad should be a delightful experience. With our rapidly expanding global VoLTE roaming footprint, Globe customers can focus on enjoying every adventure, knowing their mobile service has their back,” Castillo added.

Globe has also introduced VoLTE roaming with inbound partners in the Philippines, making the service available to travelers visiting the country.

As mobile networks worldwide evolve, Globe is committed to staying ahead by delivering cutting-edge solutions tailored to changing customer needs.

The VoLTE roaming rollout underscores Globe’s leadership in adapting to technological disruptions in the telecom industry.