Max to become available in the Philippines and other Asian countries starting Nov. 19

By NICK GARCIA Published Oct 15, 2024 2:45 pm

More binge-watching nights to come!

Streaming service Max (formerly HBO Max) will be available in the Philippines starting Nov. 19.

Warner Bros. Discovery, the platform's owner, in a press release said it will also be available in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

To date, the service is only available in the United States, Latin America, and Europe.

Viewers may enjoy shows from the likes of HBO, Harry Potter, the DC Universe, Cartoon Network, Max Originals, Discovery, TLC, Asian Food Network, Food Network, Investigation Discovery, and HGTV on the platform.

Features include an interface with personalized recommendations, seamless search, genre rails, and brand hubs.

Users may create up to five profiles and can customize each one with avatars bearing their favorite pop culture characters. The profiles will receive content picks based on viewing habits.

Parental controls may also be put in place, allowing for age-appropriate content for kids.

The streaming service has three subscription plans: mobile, standard, and ultimate. Mobile allows one device (phone or tablet) at a time, has a standard video resolution, and 15 downloads to watch on the go. Standard allows two devices at once (including television), has a full high-definition video resolution, and 30 downloads to watch on the go. Ultimate allows four devices at once, has 4K UHD resolution, Dolby Atmos surround sound technology, and 100 downloads to watch on the go.

Warner said full details about the pricing will be announced soon, varying per country and provider.