“I’m surprised Dito Telecommunity restricted their list (of compatible phones),” he added. Feature phones utilize lower systems, and indeed would not accept a Dito SIM card that in default runs in 4G or 5G in some cases. In fact, Galla estimated that at least 60% of Filipinos continue to use legacy phones like old Nokia models 3310 or 3210. Adel Tamano, Dito’s chief administrative officer, assured senators other phones would soon be found compatible to Dito. Dito’s entry to the telco market was welcomed by senators in hopes the competition it brings would prompt better broadband services.

Source: Philippine Star March 10, 2021 10:42 UTC