WATCH: Paggamit ng Beep card, mandatory na sa EDSA carousel bus
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WATCH: Paggamit ng Beep card, mandatory na sa EDSA carousel bus
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beep powers QR payment in LRT1, enhancing commuting experience
AF Payments, Inc., the operator of the beep card, is pleased to announce the successful launch of Maya’s and Light Rail Manila Corporation’s (LRMC) QR payment system in LRT1. This new and convenient payment option—which is enabled by beep’s technology—was warmly received by train commuters, who can now effortlessly purchase QR codes through their smartphones. “The overwhelming adoption of QR since the service’s launch demonstrates commuters’ willingness to embrace more diverse payment options that facilitate faster and more convenient commutes. Alongside the tap-in and tap-out functionality of beep cards, QR offers an excellent alternative to Single Journey Ticket users, allowing them to skip the lines and enjoy faster travel times. The core mission of AF Payments, Inc. is to provide commuters with convenient, fast, and secure payment solutions, transforming daily commuting into a more efficient, productive, and pleasant experience for everyone,” says JJ Moreno, the president & CEO of AF Payments, Inc. Making payments via QR is made incredibly simple by following these steps: 1. Open your Maya app and navigate to the Services section. 2. Select the LRT-1 tile under the Lifestyle category. 3. Choose your desired route (Northbound or Southbound) and set both the origin and destination. 4. Click on Pay Now. Your QR ticket will be instantly generated. 5. Scan your QR ticket using the turnstile QR scanners at LRT1 stations. LRT1 QR tickets, which will be valid for 24 hours, may be conveniently purchased through the Maya and LRMC’s ikotMNL apps, and eventually through the beep app. The LRT1 trains cater to passengers from Monumento to Baclaran. “Fast lane” turnstiles with QR readers are located in all LRT1 stops, including Balintawak and Roosevelt stations along EDSA. “AF Payments remains committed to providing innovative enabling technologies to projects that enhance the commuting experience of Filipinos. We strongly believe that Filipino commuters deserve nothing less than the best and latest micropayment solutions that cater to their evolving needs,” Mr. Moreno added. The recently launched QR ticketing setup at LRT1 was based primarily on the QR Code Application for Transport (QCAT) format, an open-source set of specifications and documents published by AFPI that defines a QR code-based ticketing system applied to different modes of transportation. QCAT defines the structure and format of the QR Code payload of a ticket. The QR ticket is generated and issued through a mobile-based application and is then scanned and validated as trip fare media or ticket. A backend repository captures these QR ticket transactions and are processed, cleared, and settled based on agreed business rules between the QR ticket issuer, acceptor, and transport operator. Before its introduction in the rail sector, QCAT was successfully applied in both bus transport (with the BGC Bus network in Taguig) and inter-island ferry terminals (with Topline Express Ferry in Cebu). These two transport use cases replaced the manually validated paper ticketing process to ensure quicker validation and a hassle-free commuting experience. With QR ticketing based on the QCAT format, passengers are given another cashless option for a fast, seamless, hassle-free, and convenient commuting experience. The post beep powers QR payment in LRT1, enhancing commuting experience appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
DOTr urged to look for alternatives to Beep card as shortage hits commuters
"They said the supply is not enough, how come they are able sell it in their stores in online shopping platforms for a much higher price?" Digital Pinoys national campaigner Ronald Gustilo said......»»
Beep cards kontra sa national ID?
Marami ang natuwa mga tropapips sa Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) dahil pag-iisahin nito ang lahat ng ID na iniisyu ng pamahalaan na kung tawagin ay national ID. Dahil dito, mababawasan na nga naman ang pampasikip sa mga pitaka at wallet. Pero may panira sa naturang plano--ang mga Beep card. The post Beep cards kontra sa national ID? first appeared on Abante......»»
Micro consumption
The Beep card is a good idea – if it is one of the options for paying for public transport fare......»»
Beep card and Internet woes
On the Beep card fiasco I spoke out recently on the chaos caused by the mandatory use of the “Beep card” for consumers riding the public buses under the “no-card no-ride”policy. It was as if the riding consumers were being required to purchase a Beep card at “gunpoint” or forget about riding the bus. This chaotic scenario could have been avoided had the regulators done its work mindfully by first consulting with the stakeholders (“who”), drafting the new policy (“what”) and once agreed upon, by ensuring wide dissemination of the changes – the Implementing Guidelines. Where did “complete staff work” go? Or are the consumers just being given an example of doublespeak? What happened this week was consumers were confronted with the “no- card no-ride”signs on the buses and were required to pay for a ride plus the cost of the card, something they did not need to do before. For those who did pay the extra cost, they then had to find out that the policy was “suspended,” although no refunds were being offered.There was also the spectacle of the agency head announcing that the cards were free, contradicting the policy his agency had just announced and implemented. The card providers then said they were not about to waive their right to be paid. In another statement, a regulator functionary reasoned that it had nothing to do with the fine print on the contract for the cards since they were only responsible for “policy.” This violates the consumer’s right to be informed. The agency should have studied the sector most affected by the shift to cashless transaction – the consumer who must rely on public transportation because he has no alternative and the same consumer who must make every peso count and who cannot afford any extra expense. This consumer deserves earnest and timely information from government on why he has to pay an additional amount and how it will benefit him, and for the consumers who did pay the additional cost of the card, they should enjoy a swift refund. The lesson that we consumers learned in the Beep card fiasco is always to be aware and conscious of our consumer rights and to speak up when these rights are threatened or belittled. We should always be vigilant consumers about our rights lest we find these rights trodden again. On Internet speed Like every other consumers, I have problems with Internet speed. I pay my bills and fees on time , however, I believe I should only pay for the speed that I receive and I did not think I was getting what I paid for under my plan. Therefore, I conducted my own speed test and sought redress from the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC). I was able to get a refund and am paying now for the plan that is nearest to the speed I am getting. Consumers should exercise their right to seek redress for bad Internet speed. Consumers should be reimbursed for speed that is not delivered. In this time of the pandemic, profiteering should not be tolerated in any form. I call upon the NTC to take the lead by issuing implementing guidelines on refund for both prepaid and postpaid plans. Consumers should also ask for faster response on consumer complaints. The complaints of Messrs. Foronda and Platon posted in the Laban Konsyumer emails should be resolved faster. Hopefully, the reported 1,171 new cell tower permits should alleviate consumer woes in the near future. In the meantime however, if you are not getting value for the service you paid for, your option is to downgrade your plan to correspond to the speed you are getting and claim a refund of excess fees paid. You can submit your complaint online at www.ntc.gov.ph. Atty. Vic Dimagiba is President of Laban Konsyumer Inc. Email: labankonsyumer@gmail.com.....»»
DoTr sinabon ni Duterte: Mag-advertise sa Filipino para klaro
NADISMAYA si Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte sa kalituhang idinulot ng implementasyon ng Department of Transportation (DoTr) sa ‘no beep card, no ride’ policy para sa mga commuter ng bus sa Edsa. The post DoTr sinabon ni Duterte: Mag-advertise sa Filipino para klaro first appeared on Abante......»»
Beep card ibigay ng libre – Duterte
INIUTOS ni Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte na gawing libre para sa commuters sa Metro Manila ang beep card na sinimulang ipatupad sa mga bus na bumibiyahe sa EDSA. The post Beep card ibigay ng libre - Duterte first appeared on Abante......»»
& lsquo;Beep& rsquo; card firm offers free QR tickets for buses traveling EDSA
AF Payments Inc., a consortium of Metro Pacific Investments Corp. and Ayala Corp., on Monday proposed a QR code ticketing system for buses plying the EDSA loop after the government suspended the mandatory use of “beep” cards......»»
Beep suspended; cash OK on busway
Commuters using the EDSA Busway can again use cash to pay for their fares beginning today as the Department of Transportation and the consortium behind the Beep card failed to reach an agreement on the government’s proposal to give the cards free to commuters......»»
Mag-usap muna kayo : Confusion on Beep cards could have been avoided, Robredo says
Vice President Leni Robredo on Sunday scored transportation officials over the seeming lack of communication in implementing the "No Beep card, No ride" policy in buses and trains which took effect on Oct. 1. .....»»
DOTr threatens to suspend Beep use if cards not given free
The Department of Transportation warned the consortium behind the Beep card cashless payment system that if the cards are not given for free to commuters, the use of the cards in the EDSA busway would be suspended......»»
LTFRB to release memo vs. Beep card charge
Transportation authorities are directing operators to stop charging commuters for the smart cards used to facilitate transactions – following the implementation of cashless fare payments among Metro Manila buses and public utility vehicles......»»
DOTr to stop beep card use if issuance fee stays
DOTr to stop beep card use if issuance fee stays.....»»
Workers group calls for Beep card refund after cashless policy takes effect
A labor group on Friday urged the transportation department to refund to commuters the cost of buying new Beep cards, as the agency's cashless transaction policy on buses and trains took effect yesterday. .....»»
Beep card users to get rewards
AF Payments Inc., a consortium of Metro Pacific Investments Corp. and Ayala Corp., is providing users of the country’s only interoperable stored value card with rewards as contactless payment becomes the new normal in public transportation......»»
Araneta City gives free drinks to Beep Jeep, Ube Express riders
Araneta City, Quezon City’s ultimate hub, will make the day of lucky Beep Jeep and Ube Express passengers special on July 6, 2020 by giving away free Coca-cola softdrinks from 10am to 7pm. To avail of the promo, passengers need to present their beep card or trip receipt at the P2P lounge counter at the […] The post Araneta City gives free drinks to Beep Jeep, Ube Express riders appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
LIST: Saint movies to watch this Holy Week
YouTube offers free access to films on the lives of Catholic Saints in time for the Holy Week. .....»»
LTO: Paper-printed driver’s license ilisan na og plastic card
LTO: Paper-printed driver’s license ilisan na og plastic card.....»»
Marian Rivera takes on projects that her children can watch
With her upcoming primetime show, “My Guardian Alien,” Marian Rivera has added sci-fi to the growing array of genres — from drama, fantasy, romance, and action to historical and comedy — that the Kapuso actress has successfully ventured into thus far......»»