Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is taking Filipino entertainment to the next level as it partners with Viva Communications Inc. to bring original local content to its all-in-one set-top box, the Xperience Hub.
The move marks another milestone for the leading fiber broadband and technology provider as it enhances the digital experience of its nearly three million subscribers.
Through a collaboration with Reliance Broadcasting Unlimited (RBU), Viva will soon make hundreds of Filipino shows available to Converge users — from beloved “teleseryes” to exclusive movies and specials — all accessible via the Xperience Hub.
“With our ambition to go beyond connectivity, we are packing more functions and content on the Converge Xperience Hub, and among the most important steps to do this is partnering with production companies that know what Filipinos want,” said Converge CEO and co-founder Dennis Anthony Uy during the signing ceremony held Monday at the sidelines of the 51st Philippine Business Conference and Expo, which he chairs.
The partnership was sealed with a ceremonial toast at the Tech Expo, joined by executives from Converge, RBU, and Viva Communications Inc. President and COO Vincent G. del Rosario, alongside Studio Viva President Valerie Del Rosario.
“At Viva, we’ve always believed in telling stories that resonate with the Filipino heart. This partnership with Converge and RBU allows us to bring our content closer to millions of homes, making it easier for families to access quality Filipino entertainment anytime they want. We’re proud to be part of this groundbreaking platform that champions local creativity,” said Vincent G. del Rosario.
Viva One, known for its hit Wattpad adaptations such as “Bad Genius” and “Mutya ng Section E,” will also feature the new series “Golden Scenery of Tomorrow,” starring Bea Binene and Wilbert Ross, who both attended the partnership ceremony held at SMX Convention Center.
“Very soon, the millions of Converge subscribers will be able to tune in to their Xperience Hub and watch these must-see movies and series from Viva One and VMX. Expansion of this content is just the tip of the iceberg. There’s a lot more in store for Converge subscribers,” noted Bryan Kendrick Uy, President of RBU.
“For the Xperience Hub, we already have international fare with our Netflix Bundle. We’ve made BlastTV part of our line-up from the very beginning so, now we are expanding this line up with original, Filipino content through Viva One and VMX. The Xperience Hub is a gateway not just to entertainment but to more functions,” added Uy.
For those looking to bundle Converge connectivity with the Xperience Hub, the company’s Super FiberX plans offer a 400 Mbps connection with a Wi-Fi 6 modem and the Xperience Hub for just ₱1,599 per month.
With Viva’s storytelling expertise and Converge’s cutting-edge broadband technology, the partnership promises to deliver a richer and more immersive entertainment experience for Filipino viewers — right in the comfort of their homes.
This article was written with the help of AI, based on a press release from Converge, and was reviewed and edited by the Hallyu Dorama team.