On top of available streaming of movie and video clips, Smart has also been beefing up its 3G content offerings with new video streaming services such as real-time traffic monitoring of major thoroughfares and TV shows. Smart is currently in discussions with content providers and other TV and cable channels for syndication of content.

"By extending our Smart 3G coverage to more and more areas, we are hoping to help stimulate take up of this new service," Pe'a said.

The other three 3G licensed telcos in the Philippines are Globe Telecoms, Digitel, and CURE (Connectivity Unlimited Resource Enterprises Inc.).