Not exactly a breaking news but here it is, Globe’s official announcement. Should’ve posted this yesterday but I didn’t have access to a computer at the time.

I was sent to cover a Globe press briefing over at the Renaissance Hotel. Unfortunately the venue was already full when I got there, getting inside the ballroom was impossible, unless of course I squeeze in, which is something I’m totally not up to. Anyway, a majority of the event was devoted to providing the press with the company’s financial particulars for the first two quarters of the year. And then, they just announced the release of the Apple iPhone 3G. Just like that.

So here’s the official press release which I found in the PC World Philippines Web site.

Globe to Bring iPhone 3G Locally on August22
Apple iPhone 3G
Globe Telecom has announced that it will bring the Apple iPhone 3G to the Philippines on August 22. iPhone 3G combines all the revolutionary features of iPhone plus 3G networking that is twice as fast*, built-in GPS for expanded location-based mobile services, and iPhone 2.0 software which includes support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync and runs hundreds of third party applications available through the new App Store.

“We are very excited to launch iPhone 3G here in the Philippines. Beginning August 22, Globe is bringing to the Filipinos the best browsing experience through the revolutionary iPhone 3G on our 3G/HSDPA network,” said Gerardo C. Ablaza Jr., President and CEO of Globe Telecom.
Globe will be offering special post paid plans that will allow consumers to experience the exciting features of iPhone 3G. These special plans will come with free local mobile internet hours and free Wi-Fi browsing hours (in areas covered by Globe Wireless Internet Zones). This, together with Globe’s call and text rates, ensures excellent connectivity. iPhone 3G will also be available on existing Globe tariff plans.
Consumer interested in purchasing iPhone 3G with Globe postpaid and prepaid offers are encouraged to start making their reservations beginning August 6 by calling Globe’s 24-Hour Call-in Service via landline (632)7301000 or 211 via toll-free mobile or visiting www.iphone3g.globe.com.ph.
iPhone 3G operates on Wi-Fi, EDGE and 3G networks to give the best e-mail, web browsing, search and maps applications for a mobile phone. 3G provides the subscriber faster access to the Internet as well as the capability to transmit and receive data in various forms such as photos, video and audio.