Globe successfully completed the Philippines’ first live pilot trial of 5G-Advanced—a breakthrough that brings next-generation wireless experiences closer to reality and cements the telco’s leadership in 5G innovation.
The pilot, held in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, moves Globe closer to deploying next-generation mobile technology capable of transforming both everyday digital activities and mission-critical enterprise applications.
In real-world conditions, Globe recorded a peak download throughput of ~2.5 Gbps, demonstrating how 5G-Advanced surpasses current 5G networks with faster speeds, lower latency, greater capacity, and enhanced reliability.
Powered by a 5G Stand-Alone (SA) network, the test integrated advanced features including Massive MIMO and three-carrier aggregation (3NRCA) for a combined 210 MHz bandwidth. Paired with a 5G-SA capable phone, the setup delivered a seamless user experience—enabling instant movie downloads, lag-free cloud gaming, and ultra-responsive applications.
Also known as 5.5G, 5G-Advanced is engineered to meet the demands of an increasingly connected world, supporting innovations like extended reality (XR), advanced industrial IoT, connected and autonomous vehicles, and AI-driven solutions.
Globally, the technology is still in its infancy. The Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) reports that as of May 2025, only six operators have commercially launched 5G-Advanced, with 20 others—among them Southeast Asian leaders Singtel (Singapore) and AIS (Thailand)—in various stages of testing.
According to a Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) report from May 2025, only six operators worldwide have commercially launched services, while 20 are in various stages of evaluating, planning or live trialing the technology.
In Southeast Asia, Singtel in Singapore and AIS in Thailand are ahead of the curve with 5G+ networks. In the Philippines, Globe’s first live pilot trial signals its determination to lead the country into the next era of connectivity.
