DICT: PH internet already improved over the years
Summary
TLDRThe Philippine Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) defends the country's internet connectivity, citing an average speed of 3-7 Mbps and improvements over previous years. Despite this, they acknowledge the need to match neighboring countries' speeds of 213 Mbps fixed broadband and 56 Mbps mobile. The DICT seeks a budget increase for infrastructure like fiber optic cables and free Wi-Fi in isolated areas, emphasizing the importance of reliable connections in the current global crisis.
Takeaways
- π Public frustrations exist over the current state of internet connectivity in the Philippines.
- π The Department of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) claims that the average internet speed is between 3 to 7 Mbps, which is lower compared to neighboring countries' speeds of up to 55 Mbps.
- π Secretary Clinton highlights an improvement in internet speed, comparing the current situation to previous years without providing specific figures.
- πΌ Secretary Emmanuel reports that current connections can reach up to 25 Mbps, a significant increase from the 2016 maximum of almost 8 Mbps.
- πΆ Mobile data speeds have also improved, now reaching up to 7 Mbps.
- ποΈ The ICT acknowledges the need for more telecommunications infrastructure, such as fiber optic cables and telecommunication towers, to improve connection speeds.
- π§ There are challenges in expanding fiber optic cables to all 81 provinces in the country, indicating a slow process for infrastructure development.
- π° The ICT is seeking an additional 3 billion pesos in their budget for free Wi-Fi access, particularly in isolated areas.
- π The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) approved 11 billion pesos for the ICT's 2021 budget, which is less than the requested 45 billion pesos.
- π The importance of reliable and stable internet connection is emphasized, especially during the global crisis, for managing professional and personal lives.
Q & A
What is the average internet speed in the Philippines according to the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)?
-The DICT claims that the average internet speed in the Philippines is between 3 to 7 Mbps.
How does the Philippines' internet speed compare to neighboring countries?
-The Philippines' average internet speed is lower compared to neighboring countries, which have speeds reaching up to 55 Mbps.
What improvements have been noted in the Philippines' internet connectivity in recent years?
-There has been an improvement in the country's internet speed, with the current connection able to reach up to 25 Mbps, compared to 2016's maximum connection of almost 8 Mbps.
What is the current mobile data speed in the Philippines?
-The current mobile data speed in the Philippines can now reach up to 7 Mbps.
What is the target internet speed for fixed broadband and mobile internet in the Philippines?
-The target internet speed for fixed broadband is 213 Mbps, and for mobile internet, it is 56 Mbps.
What are the main challenges in improving the internet infrastructure in the Philippines?
-The main challenges include a lack of telecommunications infrastructure such as fiber optic cables and telecommunication towers, which results in slow connections.
How many provinces in the Philippines are expected to have fiber optic cables installed?
-Fiber optic cables are planned to be installed in 81 provinces in the country.
What is the Department of Information and Communications Technology's (DICT) budget request for free Wi-Fi access?
-The DICT hopes for an additional 3 billion pesos in their budget for free Wi-Fi access, especially in isolated areas.
How much was approved for the ICT in the 2021 budget by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM)?
-The DBM approved 11 billion pesos for the ICT in the 2021 budget, which is less than the agency's request of close to 45 billion pesos.
Why is a reliable and stable internet connection important during the global crisis?
-A reliable and stable internet connection is crucial for managing professional and personal lives more effectively amid the global crisis.
Outlines
π Philippine Internet Connectivity: Progress Amidst Challenges
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in the Philippines addresses public concerns over internet connectivity issues, asserting that the situation is not as dire as it may seem. Secretary Clinton, during the House budget deliberations, highlights that the country's average internet speed ranges from 3 to 7 Mbps, which is lower than neighboring countries' average of 55 Mbps. However, he points out that this is an improvement from previous years, with a current maximum connection speed of 25 Mbps, up from 2016's 8 Mbps. Mobile data has also improved to 7 Mbps. Despite these advancements, the ICT acknowledges the need for further development to match the 213 Mbps fixed broadband and 56 Mbps mobile internet speeds of neighboring countries. The department cites the lack of telecommunications infrastructure, such as fiber optic cables and telecommunication towers, as the primary cause of slow connections. The installation of fiber optic cables across the country's 81 provinces is a long-term goal. In the meantime, the ICT is seeking an additional 3 billion pesos for their budget to provide free Wi-Fi access, particularly in isolated areas. The Department of Budget and Management has approved 11 billion pesos for the ICT's 2021 budget, which is less than the requested 45 billion pesos. The need for a reliable and stable internet connection is emphasized as essential for managing professional and personal lives during the ongoing global crisis.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘Connectivity Issues
π‘Department of Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
π‘Internet Speed
π‘Momentum
π‘Mobile Data
π‘Telecommunications Infrastructure
π‘Fiber Optic Cables
π‘Free Wi-Fi Access
π‘Budget Allocation
π‘Reliable and Stable Connection
π‘Global Crisis
Highlights
Public frustrations over connectivity issues in the Philippines despite claims of improvement.
ICT claims that the country's average internet speed is 3-7 Mbps, lower than neighboring countries.
Secretary Clinton acknowledges the improvement in internet speed compared to previous years.
Current connection can reach up to 25 Mbps, a significant increase from 2016's 8 Mbps.
Mobile data speed has improved to 7 Mbps.
The ICT admits the need to improve to match the neighbor's internet speed of 213 Mbps for fixed broadband and 56 Mbps for mobile.
Lack of telecommunications infrastructure is cited as a reason for slow connections.
Plans to install fiber optic cables in 81 provinces are mentioned, but the timeline is uncertain.
ICT is seeking an additional 3 billion pesos for free Wi-Fi access in isolated areas.
Free Wi-Fi is deemed important for the 2021 budget to support professional and personal lives during the global crisis.
The Department of Budget and Management approved 11 billion pesos for the ICT, less than the requested 45 billion pesos.
The importance of a reliable and stable connection is emphasized amidst the global crisis.
The momentum of programs achieved in improving internet connectivity is noted.
Secretary Emmanuel provides a detailed explanation of the current state of internet connectivity.
The need for telecommunications infrastructure development to improve internet speed is highlighted.
The budget allocation for ICT is discussed in the context of the global crisis and its impact on connectivity needs.
Transcripts
despite public frustrations about
connectivity issues the department of
information and Communications
technology claims that internet
connectivity in the Philippines is not
so bad
during the house budget deliberations
the ICT secretary Clinton says the
country has an average speed of three to
seven Mbps which is low compared to
neighboring countries internet speed
that goes up to 55 Mbps but according to
him this is considered an improvement as
compared to previous years
without going into figures
we are not doing too badly bucket
pulling signal
internet
the momentum that our programs have
achieved
in reality on the ground assistant
secretary Emmanuel explained that the
current connection can reach up to 25
Mbps which is a step up from 2016's
Maximum connection of almost 8 Mbps
adding that mobile data can now reach 7
Mbps
nonetheless the ICT admits that the
country still has long way to go to
match our neighbor's internet speed of
213 Mbps fixed Broadband speed with 56
Mbps mobile internet speed the dict
cites lack of telecommunications
infrastructure such as fiber optic
cables and telecommunication Towers
resulting in slow connection however it
might take some time before Fiber Optic
Cables can be installed in 81 provinces
in the country for now the ICT says it
hopes for an additional 3 billion pesos
in their budget for free Wi-Fi access
especially in isolated areas
free Wi-Fi important
for its 2021 budget the dbm approved 11
billion pesos for the ICT of our from
the agency's request of close to 45
billion pesos
says now more than ever people need a
reliable and stable connection to better
manage their professional and personal
lives amid This Global crisis
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