Philippines' Smart Communications taps Sandvine to offer "bite-sized" mobile Internet plans

WATERLOO, ON – Philippines wireless services provider Smart Communications is using Sandvine's network policy control solutions to support PowerApp - the world's first mobile Internet store, which allows users to purchase "bite-sized", application-specific, mobile service plans to fit their particular preferences and needs.PowerApp, developed by Smart Communications' technology partner Chikka Philippines and launched in December 2013, communicates with the data network to enable applications to dispense mobile data on demand, at precise speeds and bandwidths.Integrated with Sandvine's usage management solution, PowerApp offers users service plans like Email, Chat, Photo and Social, in 15-minute, 3-hour or per-day unlimited access, depending on the...