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Three has offered unlimited data for years, but it wasn’t until Vodafone joined in when launching 5G that EE finally conceded and introduced unlimited data for itself. This leaves O2 as the only main network to join the ever growing club where truly unlimited data, along with unlimited tethering (in… [Click for more]
READ MORE EE joins the unlimited data club, leaving only O2 left to catch up (now updated!)
EE is extending its free superfast smartphone delivery and set-up service beyond London, with Birmingham and Manchester available from today – and more to come. Ten more cities; Glasgow, Leeds, Nottingham, Liverpool, Bristol, Sheffield, Cardiff and Cambridge will be operational by the end of 2019. The service offers a same day… [Click for more]
Three has today switched on its 5G network, which starts not with a range of handsets but rather a 5G router that offers an alternative to fixed-line broadband. With a simple £35 per month charge, and truly unlimited data, Three’s offering does away with the need for a landline that… [Click for more]
READ MORE Three switches on 5G network, starting with a wirefree unlimited home broadband service
EE has added Spotify to the list of music services that can be enjoyed by users with the EE Music Data Pass, which means all the data consumed does not come out of your data allowance. The Music Data Pass is one of many passes that can be added for… [Click for more]
READ MORE EE adds Spotify to list of Music Data Pass services
As widely expected, Three is continuing its unlimited data offerings with the imminent launch of its own 5G network. Today, Three confirmed that every single existing customer will be able to use 5G (subject to getting a 5G handset or other 5G device, such as a router) immediately. No plan… [Click for more]
READ MORE Three’s 5G network will be available to all; unlimited data plans continue unchanged
Vodafone is now offering summer holidaymakers 5G coverage in 55 cities and towns across Europe, with roaming in Germany, Italy, Spain and of course the UK. Customers pay no extra for 5G in some of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations that includes Munich, Madrid and Rome. 4G roaming is of… [Click for more]
READ MORE Vodafone 5G roaming gives 5G in more locations than any other network
Last week, Vodafone switched on its 5G network and during the presentation the company announced a range of totally unlimited data plans, which become available from tomorrow. There are also some other changes, which are explained below. Vodafone has now given all the information on the new unlimited data plans,… [Click for more]
READ MORE All the detail on Vodafone’s new mobile and home broadband pricing from July 10th
Vodafone’s 5G network is officially live, and today’s launch event showed off the world’s first haptic rugby tackle to demonstrate one of the capabilities of a faster, low-latency, 5G network. Lewis Hamilton who officially switched the network on was also announced as Vodafone’s first UK 5G ambassador. It means the… [Click for more]
I’ve been fortunate enough to try out EE’s new 5G service since it launched at the end of May, and it’s now time to post my thoughts. Many of you are likely wondering whether 5G is worthy of all the hype and publicity it has been receiving. It’s understandable and… [Click for more]
READ MORE EE 5G: My thoughts on the UK’s first 5G network and whether you should take the plunge
Vodafone today announced a partnership with Amazon that allows Vodafone customers to make and receive hands-free calls via Amazon Echo devices, using an existing mobile plan. Subscribers on suitable Red pay monthly plans simply link a mobile phone number to their Alexa account, which is done by setting up Vodafone… [Click for more]
Three will switch on its 5G network in London this August, with 25 towns and cities covered this year. Three’s 5G launch sees London activated in August with a 5G home broadband offering, and the remainder of the 25 towns and cities getting a 5G service – with 5G handsets… [Click for more]
READ MORE Three announces 5G launch date, and proudly boasts about offering the fastest 5G speeds
Due to the ongoing situation with Huawei, and Vodafone’s reliance on the company for providing both network infrastructure, plus two of its originally planned launch devices, Vodafone postponed its 5G event this morning. However, it still released its pricing for the remaining two handsets that will be available for use… [Click for more]
EE has this morning announced its 5G launch plans, and was quick to state that it will be the first UK network to launch 5G, and one of the first in Europe. The BT-owned operator proudly announced May 30th as the launch date – just eight days from now. What’s… [Click for more]
Following on from Vodafone’s recent announcement relating to its 5g switch-on date (July 3rd), the company is now allowing customers to check 5G coverage on its website. You can perform your own searches by visiting the Vodafone Network Status checker, with the option to view coverage now and planned in… [Click for more]
READ MORE Vodafone publishes its 5G coverage ahead of July network switch-on
Huawei has shown the UK media its collection of 5G-enabled devices going on sale soon to complement the imminent launches of at least two 5G networks (with the other two following closely behind). The event wasn’t just to show off the 5G devices, but also a chance for Huawei and… [Click for more]
Vodafone has confirmed July 3rd 2019 is switch-on date for its 5G network, which will begin with coverage in seven cities (rising to 12 by the end of the year). Perhaps the best news is that there will be no extra cost for using 5G, and the network will even… [Click for more]
READ MORE Vodafone announces July 3rd go-live date for 5G, with no tariff premium
Even before ‘#FoldGate‘ or whatever social media is using to refer to Samsung’s latest woes, EE was planning a low-key launch for the upcoming Galaxy Fold. As far as I can tell so far, the folding tablet/phone is still due to go on sale on May 3rd unless further problems… [Click for more]
READ MORE EE pricing for the Galaxy Fold revealed, but would you buy one right now?
Oppo has announced the Reno 5G handset in Zurich, Switzerland, as one of the key launch devices for Swisscom’s pending 5G network launch. The announcement coincides with the Chinese announcement of the Oppo Reno handset portfolio, which will be launched officially in Europe on April 24th. 5G almost ready to… [Click for more]
READ MORE Oppo Reno 5G Hands-on: Heading up Europe’s first 5G network launch
