History of Media in the Philippines

By Vgamenerd
  • Period: 900 to 1521

    Pre-Colonial Era

    Alibata/Baybayin used for writing and speaking. <br/>
    Umalohokan were used usually to settle political disputes.
  • Period: 1521 to

    Spanish Era

    Evolution of the printing industry <br/>
    The general public had limited access to printed literature <br/>
    Numerous propaganda such as La Solidaridad <br/>
    Emergence of the first newspapers <br/>
    Introduction of cinematography
  • Period: to

    American Era

    Newspapers such as Manila Times and Manila Bulletin <br/>
    Introduction of magazines <br/>
    Emergence of radio broadcasting <br/>
  • Period: to

    Japanese Era

    First cases of media censorship <br/>
    Introduction of the television <br/>
    "Underground" broadcasting for propaganda <br/>
  • Period: to

    Present/Modern Era

    Widespread use of online communication, such as social media <br/>
    Technological advancements allowing for more effective media use <br/>
    Beginnings of the "watchdog" function of media