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Smart records zero dropped calls in latest NTC Metro Manila tests

Smart Communications, Inc. recorded a zero-percent call drop ratio in the latest real-world quality-of-service tests conducted by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) in Metro Manila, according to the company.
The NTC drive tests also recorded peak mobile broadband speeds of 377 Mbps for Smart along San Francisco Street in Mandaluyong City.

Smart records zero dropped calls

According to the NTC test results cited by Smart, the mobile services provider recorded an average call drop ratio of zero percent.
The result meets the NTC’s prescribed threshold of below 2% for dropped calls. Smart said the result reflects the reliability of its voice services during the latest tests.
Debbie Hu, FVP and Head of Network Build and Implementation at PLDT and Smart, said the company would continue working with the NTC to assess network performance and address areas for improvement.
Hu added that Smart aims to provide a more dependable mobile experience for customers.

Mobile broadband reaches 377 Mbps

The NTC tests also measured Smart’s mobile broadband performance.
Smart recorded a peak download speed of 377 Mbps along San Francisco Street in Mandaluyong City, according to the test results.
DICT report gives Smart a “Good” rating
Smart also cited results from the Department of Information and Communications Technology’s (DICT) September 2026 Oplan Bantay Signal report, which provides a separate assessment of mobile network performance.
In the latest report, Smart maintained a “Good” overall network performance rating with a score of 80.3 and an average download speed of 52.22 Mbps. Smart said this made it the fastest mobile network under the assessment.
The company also recorded zero crisis cities nationwide for the fifth consecutive month, with all measured cities exceeding 15 Mbps.
Ookla recognizes Smart for mobile video experience
Smart also pointed to a separate recognition from Ookla for mobile video performance.
According to the material, Ookla recognized Smart for delivering the Best Mobile Video Experience in the Philippines during the first half of 2026. Smart received a Video Score of 72.82, which the company said was the highest among mobile operators in the country.
Smart continues network improvements
Smart said it remains committed to working with the NTC to address specific areas of concern while continuing efforts to strengthen network quality and improve the overall customer experience.
The latest NTC results provide a snapshot of Smart’s voice and mobile broadband performance in Metro Manila, while the separate DICT assessment offers additional measurements of its network performance nationwide.

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