Philippine Communication Media Landscape Summary

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What are the two most popular media in the Philippines?

TV and radio

What is the main source of information for most people in the Philippines?

TV

What percentage of the population reads the Bible?

58%

How much of the population reads romance novels?

25% Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the population reads comic books?

12% Signup and view all the answers

What type of ownership do most media outlets have in the Philippines?

Privately owned Signup and view all the answers

What is the mobile phone penetration rate in the Philippines?

103% Signup and view all the answers

How many Filipinos as of 2015 were reported to be Facebook users?

more than 47M Filipinos Signup and view all the answers

Which medium is considered highly pervasive in the Philippines with 81% exposure?

Television Signup and view all the answers

What is the radio reach percentage among Filipinos?

85% Signup and view all the answers

How many journalists have been killed in the Philippines since 1986?

179 journalists Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Mega Manila residents read tabloids?

25 percent Signup and view all the answers

What is AlterMidya?

AlterMidya is a network of independent and progressive media outfits, institutions, and individuals. Signup and view all the answers

How do rural areas in the Philippines access television?

Television ownership is widespread in rural areas, even in non-electrified communities where car batteries are used as a power source for TV sets. Signup and view all the answers

What is the popularity of radio in the Philippines?

Radio remains highly pervasive in the Philippines. Signup and view all the answers

How is film or video showing consumed in rural areas?

Film or video showing is popular in rural areas, especially during screenings of local movies that often include developmental messages. Signup and view all the answers

What role can community media play in the Philippine communication landscape?

Community media can serve as an alternative to major mass media outlets, fostering in-depth discussions on local issues and catering to specific community needs. Signup and view all the answers