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Mobile networks ’stopping consumers switching providers’

James Duncan — Wed, 04 May 2011 15:26:51 +0000

Consumers are finding themselves unable to switch to the best mobile deals because their handsets are locked to a single provider, new research has revealed. Research by YouGov has found that a worrying number Brits are finding themselves tied to expensive contracts because their handsets prevent them from using rival network's sim cards. The study claims that [...]

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Mobile networks ’stopping consumers switching providers’

Online mobile searches soar, BRC reveals

James Duncan — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:52:08 +0000

The growing popularity of smartphones and tablet computers in the UK has led to exponential growth in the number of individuals heading online on handheld devices. Statistics compiled by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) have revealed that the first three months of 2011 have seen mobile searches increase by 181 per cent compared to the same [...]

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Online mobile searches soar, BRC reveals

Ofcom reveals Three UK is ‘most complained about’ provider

James Duncan — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:07:26 +0000

Telecoms regulator Ofcom is hoping that by publishing data relating to the most complained about service providers it will encourage competition, increase market transparency and incentivise companies to improve. The comprehensive list, which breaks customer complaints into landline services, broadband services and mobile services, is based on correspondence the regulator received between October 2010 and February [...]

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Ofcom reveals Three UK is ‘most complained about’ provider

Google remains top smartphone provider

James Duncan — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:07:37 +0000

Google Android strengthened its stranglehold on the US smartphone market during the three month period ending February 2011, new research has revealed. The news, which could reflect similar trends in the UK, found that usage of the platform grew by seven percentage points when compared to the preceding three month period taking its overall market share [...]

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Google remains top smartphone provider

Three releases new faster dongle

James Duncan — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:06:18 +0000

Mobile broadband customers in the UK could be tempted to compare the market following the release of a new premium dongle from Three UK. Offering improved performance when compared to other models, the network claims that users will be able to enjoy up to 40 per cent faster browsing speeds. The Huawei E367 provides 3G laptop connections [...]

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Three releases new faster dongle

Three UK launches iPad 2 deals

James Duncan — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 15:27:11 +0000

Mobile broadband customers thinking of updating to the latest tablet devices could be tempted to compare current prices following an announcement from Three UK. Earlier this week, the company confirmed that it is now offering the iPad 2 with Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity. Customers tempted by the package will also benefit from dedicated data plans, the firm [...]

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Three UK launches iPad 2 deals

Spectrum auction ‘essential’ to support UK mobile broadband market

James Duncan — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 15:12:51 +0000

Ofcom has claimed that the forthcoming 4G spectrum auction is essential to support the rapid increase in mobile traffic in the UK. Set to take place in 2012, the auction is expected to raise over £10 billion for the Treasury, with mobile broadband providers bidding for the right to provide their customers with high-speed internet access [...]

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Spectrum auction ‘essential’ to support UK mobile broadband market

Three UK looks to ’shake-up’ mobile broadband industry

James Duncan — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 12:44:25 +0000

Mobile broadband customers in the UK may be interested to learn about the latest deal from one of the leading providers. Three UK has announced details surrounding its new data plan which it says will "shake-up" the industry. Customers taking advantage of the firm's Pay As You Go payment plans will now be able to get "all-you-can-eat" [...]

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Three UK looks to ’shake-up’ mobile broadband industry

Talk Talk unveils plans for superfast internet

James Duncan — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 12:37:15 +0000

Mobile broadband provider Talk Talk has guaranteed its customers that they will be able to receive faster internet speeds from January 2011. According to the company, its mobile phone and broadband customers will be able to take advantage of internet speeds of up to 40Mbps from the turn of the New Year. The network provider's Fibre Optic [...]

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Talk Talk unveils plans for superfast internet

Three introduces unlimited data on mobile broadband

James Duncan — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 12:31:37 +0000

Mobile broadband provider Three UK has announced its plans to launch a new 'unlimited' service for its mobile broadband allowance. The change, which will remove charges for excessive use and take away maximum download limits, will initially only impact its One Plan deal for mobile phone users. Customers currently have to pay 10p for every additional MB [...]

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Three introduces unlimited data on mobile broadband