Converge ICT Solutions Inc., the Philippines’ premier fiber internet provider, has joined forces with esteemed media and entertainment enterprise TapDMV to introduce an innovative streaming television platform, BlastTV. This groundbreaking service aims to revolutionize the way Converge subscribers engage with entertainment, lifestyle, and sports content.
BlastTV boasts an impressive array of entertainment channels categorized by genre, catering to diverse viewer preferences. The lineup includes Blast Cinema, Family Movies, Fear, Blast Action, Reality TV, Laff, Crime TV, Talk Shows, Game Show Central, Comic U, and Showcase Drama. The platform also offers Video on Demand and catch-up content, providing the flexibility to enjoy programming at one’s convenience.
“BlastTV marks our latest stride in transforming the digital entertainment landscape in the Philippines. We’re delighted to collaborate with TapDMV on this initiative, delivering a broad array of dynamic and high-quality content directly to our subscribers’ screens at no additional cost, as long as they are subscribed to any Converge fiber broadband plan,” according to Dennis Uy, Co-Founder and CEO of Converge.
Setting a new benchmark in streaming services, BlastTV has partnered with industry giants such as NBCUniversal, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, MGM Television, and Lionsgate to ensure a compelling and varied content library. The streaming service is set to make history in Southeast Asia by becoming the exclusive streaming hub for Studio Universal, marking its debut in the Philippines on 15 September 2023. This momentous collaboration between NBCUniversal International Networks & Direct-to-Consumer and TapDMV will grant subscribers access to a plethora of blockbuster hits, including popular franchises like Fast & Furious, Jurassic, and Despicable Me.
Under the pioneering “Watch Now, Pay Zero” initiative, Converge subscribers will enjoy unlimited access to BlastTV without incurring additional charges, a game-changing strategy in the market.
“BlastTV is an accessible platform within the comfortable confines of your wifi-enabled home that caters to the viewing interests of every household member. Whether you are using your tablet, laptop or smart TV in your house, BlastTV has curated a content line-up that is as varied as it is engaging,” said Celinda de Guia, President & CEO of TapDMV.
Converge’s dedication to providing exceptional digital experiences has not gone unnoticed. The company clinched the esteemed Best ISP Video Experience in the Philippines accolade for the latter half of 2022 at the prestigious Ookla® Speedtest Award™. The award, which reflects the authentic video encounters of consumers over a six-month period, underscores Converge’s achievement of an outstanding overall video score of 80.99 — the highest among Philippine internet service providers.
As part of its unwavering commitment to enriching Filipino lives through technology, Converge subscribers will also be treated to an array of branded sports channels including Sports+, Golf+, Fight Ticket, Cue, BlastFC, UFC TV, Outdoor Channel, and USA Today Sports.
“Converge has been at the forefront in giving Filipinos value for money services. With BlastTV’s high-quality and vibrant line-up of wide range content, from entertainment and lifestyle to sports and beyond, our subscribers will be getting the best of both worlds. BlastTV’s free content streaming and user-friendly accessibility, partnered with our fiber-fast connectivity, will surely revolutionize Filipinos’ streaming experience,” added Jesus C. Romero, Chief Operations Officer of Converge.
With the launch of BlastTV, Converge ICT Solutions Inc. and TapDMV have redefined the landscape of digital entertainment in the Philippines, ushering in a new era of unparalleled content accessibility and quality. As BlastTV sets the stage for an immersive entertainment journey, subscribers can anticipate a future where entertainment knows no bounds.