Press Release

Smart Infinity partners with BDO and MasterCard; unveils premium cards for high-end clients

[August 9, 2007 | Makati City] - Leading wireless services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (SMART) and its most premium brand, Smart Infinity, and, Banco de Oro (BDO), one of the leading full-service banks in the Philippines, unveiled today the new Smart Infinity – BDO Platinum MasterCard®.

The exclusive Platinum Card program empowers Smart Infinity subscribers with a financial tool that matches their needs and lifestyles. It represents the fusion of the best offered by Smart, BDO, and MasterCard – all leaders in their respective fields.

The Smart Infinity-BDO Platinum MasterCard opens up a world of exclusive privileges to its users: regional and global premium offers in travel, hotel, dining, and lifestyle with MasterCard MomentsTM, superior credit limits, access to over 500 airport lounges worldwide with Priority PassTM, and VIP access to the MasterCard Concierge Service.

"The synergy of Smart, BDO, and MasterCard offers customers an exceptional product that satisfies from every end," said Danilo Mojica, head of Smart’s Wireless Consumer Division. "This partnership with BDO and MasterCard demonstrates our commitment to maintain reward and value programs that meet our customers' needs and tastes.”

To complement the Smart Infinity-BDO Platinum MasterCard, the improved Infinity Privilege Card was unveiled. To be given to all Smart Infinity subscribers, it becomes a special treat for their loyalty, and provides them exceptionally generous perks from fine dining restaurants, the most exclusive hotels and resorts in the prime tourist spots in the country, and specialty luxury stores.

Indulge and experience the best, most premium things in life, only with Smart Infinity. Please call the Smart Infinity hotline numbers 848-8889/06 or visit the nearest Smart Wireless Center for inquiries about the Smart Infinity-BDO Platinum MasterCard and the Infinity Privilege Card.