Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) and Radisys® Corporation, a subsidiary of Jio Platforms Limited, successfully ran their beta test of the Smart LiveStream App, showcasing unsurpassed features, at the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023, taking mobile livestreaming to a whole new level.
Taking mobile livestreaming to a whole new level
As the official global partner of FIBA, Smart, the wireless division of PLDT Inc., worked with Radisys to invite a few Filipino personalities to watch the highly anticipated Philippines vs. Italy FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 game on August 29 while experiencing the future of mobile streaming.
The upgraded Smart LiveStream App now incorporates a 360-degree camera that allows users to flexibly change their viewing angle by swiping across the screen, catching all of the hardcourt action and thrill of the game.
An interactive live chat feature makes broadcasting more engaging and exciting for users, as does a live poll that asks viewers about their thoughts on the game. The ‘Match Up’ and ‘Box Score’ sections display team and individual statistics in real time, respectively. A ‘Watch Party’ page allows viewers to share the livestream with up to seven other people, allowing them to interact, share photographs, and send emojis while watching the game.
This is PLDT and Smart’s first beta test with Radisys since announcing a cross-border contract for enhanced digital experiences in the Philippines in August 2023. It gives a sneak peek of a more enjoyable, interactive, and immersive streaming experience that we will soon bring to the fingertips of our subscribers powered by our award-winning mobile network, said PLDT and Smart President and CEO Alfredo S. Panlilio. “The successful showcase of game-changing features on the Smart LiveStream App is a major step forward in our ongoing collaboration with Radisys and in our shared thrust to provide the best mobile experience to Filipinos.
With the success of our beta test and the enthusiastic response from participants, Radisys is delighted with the development of our partnership with PLDT-Smart. “We are eager to share and leverage our expertise and experience as we roll out breakthrough innovations relevant to our customers,” said Arun Bhikshesvaran, President and CEO of Radisys.
The successful beta test of the new Smart LiveStream App is part of Smart’s efforts to provide Filipinos with the best on-ground and online basketball experiences during the country’s hosting of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023, which will take place from August 25 to September 10.
Smart is the first and only Philippine mobile operator to be named the country’s finest mobile network by Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband network analysis, for three consecutive reporting periods. Smart earned the prestigious award by winning both Ookla’s ‘Fastest Network’ and ‘Best Mobile Coverage’ categories within the same reporting periods—first in Q1–Q2 2022, then in Q3–Q4 2022, and finally in Q1–Q2 2023.
