Broadband
Three offers free subscription to Times websites
Three is offering mobile broadband customers three months free access to thetimes.co.uk and thesundaytimes.co.uk. Three, the network built for mobile internet, will be offering new customers the chance to enjoy The Times and The Sunday Times when on the go, be it on a laptop or tablet device.
BT reveals locations leading super-fast broadband race
BT has announced the UK’s current front-runners in its “race” for super-fast broadband.
Virgin Media demands ISPs stop the broadband con
Virgin Media has urged consumers to demand an end to misleading broadband advertising. With many internet service providers (ISPs) advertising speeds of “up to” 20Mb or 24Mb but delivering an average speed of just 6.5Mb, stopthebroadbandcon.org is enabling frustrated web users to make their voice heard and support calls for all broadband providers to publish the real speeds they deliver to customers.
Broadband switching process still not simple enough
New research from Broadbandchoices.co.uk highlights the difficulties consumers still face when it comes to switching to a better broadband deal.
UK download spend hits £700 million in 2010
Despite Brits spending an average of £453 each on gadgets and downloads such as music and videos per year, more than £300 million worth isn't fully insured, according to home insurer swiftcover.com.
BT tops two million WiFi hotspots
BT has cemented its position as the UK’s largest WiFi provider by announcing a two million-strong hotspot network. The hotspots are available in homes, independent businesses, high street chains, major city centres and now the underground.
TalkTalk goes mobile
TalkTalk, the biggest challenger to BT in fixed line communications, has launched its first mobile broadband and mobile phone packages.
Orange updates mobile broadband and SIM Only deals
Orange has announced a refresh of its UK mobile broadband offering, as well as three new SIM Only tariffs for mobile customers - which for the first time include 12 month contracts. The new packages are designed to provide Orange customers with even greater choice and flexibility than ever before.
Calls to broadband helplines increases
2010 has been another busy year for the broadband industry with over 18 million homes now relying on their service to stay connected to the outside world.
Social media dominates mobile broadband activity
Social media and social gaming dominate mobile broadband usage according to new traffic statistics released by mobile operator Three.
BT to trial Wi-Fi at Charing Cross tube station
Customers will be able to log on to the internet from their laptops or mobile phones at Charing Cross Tube Station from 1 November. London Underground has teamed up with BT Openzone, the Wi-Fi provider, to launch a six month trial.
Virgin Media rolls out UK’s fastest broadband with 100Mb
Virgin Media, UK broadband provider, has announced the rollout timetable of its highly anticipated ultrafast 100Mb broadband service, with pre-registration starting today.
Virgin Media unveils ‘Speedy’ broadband campaign
Virgin Media has unveiled the new face of its superfast broadband campaign: Speedy Gonzales, the ‘The Fastest Mouse in all Mexico’.
5 easy steps to get you online
With National Get Online Week in full swing nearly 10million Brits have yet to enjoy their first foray on the World Wide Web.
Three MiFi - T3 Work Gadget of the Year
Three's MiFi took home 'Best Work Gadget of the Year' at last night's T3 Gadget Awards 2010. More than 750,000 people voted in 19 categories, in which Three’s MiFi outshone Apple Macbook Pro, Blackberry Bold 9700 and the iPhone 4 for the Best Work Gadget category.