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Gap Narrowing between EE and Other 4G Networks

Although EE still came top in all categories of the UK RootMetrics Midyear Mobile Network Performance Report, their lead over the other 4G providers is narrowing, with Three offering particularly strong competition. RootMetrics has compiled a report into the performance of the four 4G networks, EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three over the first half of … Read More

EE Expands 4G Network and WiFi

In a week of controversy surrounding the speed of the 4GEE network, the provider has announced that it has reached a tipping point in 4G adoption, where it now sells more 4G contracts than 3G contracts. EE has also announced plans to launch new 4G WiFi devices, as well as a significant network expansion. A … Read More

O2 Now Provides 4G Coverage to a Third of the UK

As Ofcom announces that it will be performing its own independent 4G network testing, O2 has confirmed that its 4G network now covers a third of the UK population indoors, equating to around 20 million people. The network has rolled out 4G in 191 towns and cities, and suggests that its coverage extends to 41% … Read More

Ofcom to Undertake 4G Network Testing

Independent communications regulator Ofcom has announced that it will be undertaking non-commissioned testing of specific operator mobile networks in the UK for the first time. This will include both 4G and 3G tests and has been described as ‘walk and drive’ testing. Ofcom are to perform operator specific testing on the EE, Vodafone, O2, and … Read More

EE Suffers 4G Outage after Being Named Best UK Mobile Network

The last couple of weeks have seen highs and lows for the UK’s biggest 4G network, EE. Having been named best British mobile operator by RootMetrics, it then suffered a long network outage, leaving their customers angry and frustrated. According to a RootMetrics six month study into the UK’s mobile networks, the RootMetrics UK Mobile … Read More

The Progress of 4G Mobile Internet in London

This week a boost from EE has provided Tech City in London with the world’s fastest mobile network, with 4G speeds of up to an incredible 300mbps. The 4G provider is expected to be able to rollout the boost to the rest of the city next year, a step that will undoubtedly help EE stay … Read More