4 reasons how Smart Just Made Streaming Way Easier for Filipinos

Binge-watchers, rejoice! Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) just teamed up with Cignal Play, iWant, Viva One, and Watchapp—four of the country’s hottest streaming platforms—to make your next watch party smoother, cheaper, and way more accessible.

As the press release explained, “By partnering with the country’s leading streaming platforms, Smart is making it possible for more Filipinos to experience the best in local entertainment wherever, whenever.”

Here’s why this move is a total game-changer:

You Don’t Need a Credit Card (or E-Wallet!) 💳❌

Subscriptions now come with Direct Carrier Billing (DCB). That means Smart subscribers can instantly charge their streaming fees to their prepaid load or postpaid bill. “This payment method opens the door to premium entertainment for millions of Filipinos who may not have a bank account, credit card, or e-wallet,” Smart emphasized.

Stream for As Low As ₱5 a Day 🤑

The lineup of partner platforms is designed for every budget:

Watchapp lets you stream movies, vlogs, and shows for only ₱5.

Cignal Play offers microdramas for ₱20/day.

Viva One starts at ₱99/month.

iWant kicks off at just ₱35/month.

No excuses—you can now stream premium content for piso-level prices.

More Content Than You Can Ever Finish 📺

From over 80 live channels on Cignal Play to Viva One Originals and iWant’s ABS-CBN library, it’s a buffet of entertainment at your fingertips. The release also noted that “Cignal Play recently launched microdramas, featuring short-form vertical dramas that subscribers can enjoy for as low as ₱20 per day.”

Smart Subscribers Get the VIP Treatment ⭐

This isn’t just about access—it’s about perks. Smart revealed plans to roll out innovative data packs designed specifically for streaming, plus exclusive content that will only be available to Smart users.

The Future of Streaming = Smart

By teaming up with these homegrown platforms, Smart is turning your phone into the ultimate local entertainment hub. “Through these strategic partnerships, Smart subscribers can conveniently access and stream content… anytime, anywhere,” the company explained.