Power out? Here's how you stay connected with PLDT Home Always On

Considering the internet's crucial role in work, education, and recreation, staying connected has become essential in today's world.

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Preparing for power outages

These days, the Internet is a major part of people's lives. From doing daily tasks for work or school to just catching up with friends, these will not be possible without an internet connection. We rely on the internet so much that a power outage, even a scheduled one, can feel like a mini-crisis for families.

But now, there is a way to use the internet to help you prepare for and survive these scheduled power outages, especially this summer.

Stock Up via Online Shopping

Got word about a scheduled brownout? Go online and fire up your favorite apps to buy groceries and other necessities, such as battery-powered lamps or rechargeable fans (just be mindful of the shipping date). You can also purchase an icebox and some ice to store perishables.

A power bank is also an essential investment, and you can use it to operate an internet modem during a power outage. While power banks have a typical output of 5V, internet modems need a voltage of 12V. Thus, you must invest in a USB-to-DC cable converter to boost the power bank’s 5V output to power your modem’s 12V requirement.

The Promate Titan-130 with a 20,000mAh battery and up to 100W USB-C PD 3.0 tech is priced at PHP 4,495.

You may opt for power banks with at least 20,000 mAh. Battery life depends on the usage and number of devices connected to your modem, so it is best to invest in more than one power bank. If your budget allows, consider investing in power banks from Promate. You can check Next Upgrade PH for this powerful power supply.

Research fun activities for the whole family. You can watch a video on how to do arts and crafts or play party games, which is excellent if the outage happens during the day. Did the brownout occur at night? Teach your kids to make shadow puppets using a wall and a flashlight. If you have a comfy space outside, step out and enjoy the night sky (as long as it’s cloudless, of course). Build an indoor camp with blankets and chairs, then share “campfire” stories.

Don't forget to browse for some offline games, like board and card games, so the whole family can have fun even when the lights are out.

Download for the Downtime

If you have a laptop, smartphone, or tablet, download movies or TV series ahead of time before the scheduled brownout. Netflix, Max, and YouTube have offline download features, allowing you to watch content at a later time without an internet connection. There are also plenty of offline games you can download to keep yourselves entertained. If you prefer reading, consider downloading eBooks or comics.

A Little Prep Time Can Give You Peace of Mind

Scheduled brownouts don’t have to disrupt your family's routine. The internet is there to help you prepare, whether for scheduled or unexpected outages. If you’re reading this and haven’t prepared yet, take this as your sign to do it now.

Have You Prepared Your Internet Connection, Too?

Prepping your home for a brownout usually means stocking up on essentials and charging all your devices—but what about your internet connection?

Even if you're ready for a power outage, your internet can still go down for reasons unrelated to electricity. These include issues like damaged fiber cables from roadwork, fallen posts after a storm, or even unexpected disruptions like cable theft, rodent damage, or collisions caused by large garbage trucks or other high-clearance vehicles hitting low-hanging fiber cables.

PLDT Home Always On

That's where PLDT Home Always On can help through its hybrid fiber modem with built-in LTE back-up. This automatically switches to LTE so you stay connected.

Note that Always On works only if your modem is still powered. It's not a replacement for electricity, so pairing it with an external or portable power supply such as your power banks would also work. Ensure your power bank has at least 10,000mAh to 20,000mAh to ensure your modem stays powered long enough during an outage.

Another bonus is that if a fiber cut occurs, the PLDT Home Always On modem can create a service repair ticket for you in between 15 to 30 minutes.

Now, this gives you all the innovative ways to always be "on," especially during outages. With a little planning and the right tools, you can stay smart, safe, and always connected.

PLDT Home Always On starts at just PHP 299 per month.

Learn more about PLDT Home Always On here.

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