WiMAX, or Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access, is a wireless telecommunications technology providing broadband data transmission with speeds around 3 Mbit/s without cables. The launch of WiMAX services by Globe Telecom in the Philippines is set to intensify competition in the telecom market, with other companies like Smart Telecom and Liberty Telecoms preparing their own rollouts. This competition is expected to lead to more options and lower prices for consumers, with added convenience in service installation and engagement.