0944 belongs to Sun Cellular (now Smart) and is mainly used for Sun Cellular SIMs. Calls and texts to a 0944 number are on-net for other Smart (Sun) subscribers.
| Network | Sun Cellular (now Smart) |
|---|---|
| Brand family | Sun Cellular |
| Account type | Prepaid (mostly) |
| Technology | LTE, 5G |
| Year allocated | Not recorded |
| Series | 094X |
| Portability | Can be ported to any network (why a prefix can lie) |
| Last checked | 2026-09-05 |
| Sources agreeing | 4/4 public prefix lists |
| Sources | Source 1 Source 2 Source 3 |
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Is 0944 Globe or Smart?
- ✕ Globe (incl. TM, GOMO) – no
- ✓ Smart (incl. TNT, Sun) – yes
- ✕ DITO – no
Is 0944 Smart or Sun Cellular?
Both answers are correct. Sun Cellular is a brand that runs on the Smart network, using the same cell sites and the same prefix blocks. A 0944 SIM may say Sun Cellular on the packaging but it is Smart for on-net promos, rates and registration.
Calling or texting a 0944 number
If you are on Smart or TNT, Sun, a 0944 number is on-net: your unli-call and unli-text promos usually cover it. From another network it is off-net, so use an all-net promo or check your per-call rate. On-net vs off-net explained.
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Questions people ask about 0944
Is 0944 prepaid or postpaid?
0944 is prepaid (mostly). Prepaid lines dominate this block, but a postpaid plan can be issued on it as well.
Can a 0944 number be on another network now?
Yes. Under Mobile Number Portability (RA 11202) the owner can move to Globe, Smart or DITO and keep the 0944 number. The prefix always shows the original carrier, Smart (Sun).
Does 0944 support 5G?
The block runs on LTE, 5G. Whether you get 5G depends on the SIM, the phone and coverage, not on the prefix.
Is 0944 Smart (Sun) or Sun Cellular?
Both. Sun Cellular is a Smart (Sun) brand and shares the 0944 block with the main brand.
How do I register a 0944 SIM?
Use the Smart (Sun) registration portal or app. See our SIM registration guide for step-by-step instructions for each network.