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Three to offer 5G at same cost as 4G with no speed caps
Operator is offering the Huawei Mate 20 X 5G from today
Jasper Hart
July 26, 2019
Huawei surpasses 100m shipments for 2019 amid challenging backdrop
Huawei Mate 20 X 5G on sale from tomorrow (July 26) at selected places Huawei has confirmed that it has shipped over 10 million units of the P30 series in the past quarter as it has also surpassed 100 million smartphone sales for the year. Despite the challenges this year, Huawei said it has surpassed
Paul Lipscombe
July 25, 2019
Vodafone and South East Water trial NB-IoT to combat water leaks
South East Water provides 2.2 million people with water in Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire and Berkshire Vodafone has partnered up with South East Water to trial its narrowband IoT solution in a bid to reduce water leaks. The pilot aims at revolutionising how the water industry detects and prevents leaks as water shortages are expected
Paul Lipscombe
July 25, 2019
Samsung confirm Galaxy Fold to land in September
EE is the exclusive operator for the Samsung Galaxy Fold in the UK Samsung has announced that the Galaxy Fold in September following months of uncertainty. The announcement comes after Samsung encountered problems with the foldable smartphone in April, when a number of those who tested the device complained of breaks, bulges and blinking
Paul Lipscombe
July 25, 2019
O2 announces October 5G launch and revenue growth for H1 2019
Operator aims for coverage in 50 cities by mid-2020
Jasper Hart
July 25, 2019
Oppo releases Reno Z smartphone for £299
Oppo launched the Reno series in April, with the Reno Z the newest in the line-up Oppo has bolstered its Reno series with the release of the Reno Z smartphone from £299. The Reno Z is available at Carphone Warehouse, both in store and online, with a choice of either black or aurora purple colours
Paul Lipscombe
July 24, 2019
BT announces software partner for 5G cloud core
Cloud-based core allows for network components as software for quicker updating and better scalability
Jasper Hart
July 24, 2019
Vodafone set for High Court trial following 4G patent claim
IPCom currently has over 200 patent families in the field of mobile communications Vodafone has been summoned to the High Court for trial following a patent infringement claim from IPCom. The IP management and patent licensing company has been granted an expedited trial against Vodafone set to take place on November 19 after both parties
Paul Lipscombe
July 24, 2019
O2 and Vodafone finalise 5G agreement
The agreement has been described as an important step in the UK’s digital future O2 and Vodafone have today (July 24) finalised an agreement to share 5G equipment in an effort to speed up the roll-out of the network. The two operators already have an existing 50:50 joint venture agreement when it comes to network
Operators
July 24, 2019
O2 extends customer complaints partnership with Ombudsman Services
Ombudsman Services also works with Three, EE, Plusnet and BT
Operators
July 23, 2019
Plusnet tops broadband complaints charts for second quarter in a row
Despite a slight improvement on the previous quarter Plusnet still lead the way for complaints Plusnet has topped the Ofcom league tables for most complained fixed broadband in the UK for the first quarter of 2019. It is the second quarter in a row that Plusnet has occupied the top spot as it also led
Operators
July 23, 2019
Challenger gears up for 25 per cent turnover increase target
Challenger has also announced an updated website as part of its brand relaunch Challenger Mobile Communications is targeting a £2 million increase in turnover in the next three years. This will be partly driven by a brand relaunch this month. The Flintshire-based dealer and O2 Direct Partner is chasing an increase in turnover from £8
Dealers
July 23, 2019
Vodafone 5G launch reaction round-up: dealers and analysts comment
Mobile News has gained the views from observers on the operator’s 5G debut After delaying its 5G launch from the end of May, Vodafone has become the second UK operator to switch on the brand new technology. This follows EE’s 5G launch in late May. Vodafone launched its 5G offering at the lavish Sky Garden in London,
Paul Lipscombe
July 23, 2019
Excalibur gains top IT security ISO accreditation after six-month push
The dealer spent six months working towards the accreditation Excalibur Communications has been awarded an ISO 27001 certification for best practice in information security management systems. This certification provides a common set of policies, procedures and controls that companies can follow to manage risk to information security. It is widely acknowledged as a badge of […]
Dealers
July 23, 2019
Government’s decision on Huawei to be delayed
Jeremy Wright called for more certainty in the US before a final decision
Manufacturers
July 23, 2019
BT to move HQ to Aldgate by 2021
The Aldgate base is currently called One Braham but will be renamed ahead of the move BT has confirmed that it will relocate its global headquarters to a new location in Aldgate by the end of 2021. The move sees the telco relocate from its St Paul’s base, where it has been since 1985, a
Operators
July 22, 2019
Raylo: subscription start-up to sell latest iPhone at competitive prices
So far 5,700 people have signed-up to waiting list according to Raylo A start-up device subscription company called Raylo is hoping to provide Apple’s next iPhone via a subscription model cheaper than that of operators. It expects to unveil the model in September. Raylo is tentatively pricing the latest iPhone SIM-free and fully insured at
Jasper Hart
July 22, 2019
New dealer Blend Telecom provides devices for leading law firm
Dealer was formed in January this year
Dealers
July 22, 2019
ZTE views UK as key in European growth
The Chinese vendor is confident of competing in the UK ZTE has highlighted its aim to make the UK a major market for the Chinese firm in Europe, as it expressed confidence that it can compete with rivals in 5G build-outs. Speaking to Mobile News at the Global 5G Event in Valencia in Spain, ZTE
Manufacturers
July 22, 2019
Bullitt Group offer leasing plans for Cat phones
The rugged specialists are offering plans spread out over 24 months Bullitt Group is launching flexible leasing plans for businesses after partnering with technology services supplier JTRS. The ruggedised specialist, which acts as global licensee for the Caterpillar brand, will provide the new leasing service for its Cat S61 and S41 smartphones, with no upfront
Paul Lipscombe
July 22, 2019
Ofcom announces new measures to help out-of-contract customers
All major operators except Three to offer discounts to customers
Jasper Hart
July 22, 2019
Vodafone partners with Mencap to help connect those with learning disabilities
Over 1.4 million people in the UK have learning difficulties Vodafone has teamed up with Mencap to improve the lives of those with learning disabilities and keep using IoT enabled devices. Vodafone’s Connected Living project has been launched through Vodafone’s Business Ventures and the disability charity Mencap. The project uses IoT technology that has been
Paul Lipscombe
July 22, 2019
Onecom founder Darren Ridge steps down to non-executive director
Onecom secured £100m in funding from a private equity firm
Manny Pham
July 22, 2019
Focus Group targets revenue and staff rise after HQ move
Dealer focused on £70 million revenue target and headcount growth Focus Group is targeting a revenue increase of 19 per cent for 2019 and a staff increase of more than 40 per cent in the next “couple of years”, after recently completing a move to its new head office in Shoreham, West Sussex. The dealer’s
Jasper Hart
July 22, 2019
Nokia 2.2 goes on sale for sub £100 at Carphone Warehouse and Amazon
HMD Global acts as the licensee for the Nokia brand HMD Global has announced the Nokia 2.2 smartphone is now available from Carphone Warehouse and Amazon from £99. The Nokia 2.2 becomes the first smartphone from the 2 series to be part of the Android One programme and features a 5.7-inch edge-to-edge display, including a
Manufacturers
July 19, 2019
O2 boosts 4G capacity at popular UK spots
Tourist attractions Piccadilly Circus, Buckingham Palace and the Angel of the North have seen the boost
Operators
July 19, 2019
Vodafone’s 5G launch shakes up the mobile market, say industry observers
The battle for 5G is on between Vodafone and EE says the industry analysts Vodafone has sent out a statement to its rivals with its 5G launch, according to industry figures. The operator launched its 5G network on July 3 at its Reinvent conference at the Sky Garden in London, with Formula 1 world champion
Paul Lipscombe
July 19, 2019
Device review: Ulefone Armor 6E
Google-certified Chinese rugged smart device provides bang for buck – 4/5
Jasper Hart
July 19, 2019
Jubilee Line to get 4G coverage from March 2020
TfL currently has WiFi enabled at 260 London Underground stations Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed plans to bring 4G signal to the Jubilee Line from March next year, with plans to connect the whole of the London Underground by the mid 2020’s. From March next year the eastern half of the Jubilee Line will
Paul Lipscombe
July 19, 2019
Huawei confident on 5G permission
After setbacks in Australia and Japan, Huawei is confident the UK will continue to sell its 5G equipment Huawei is confident the UK government will be able to continue selling 5G equipment for any operator that wants to use it. Huawei president of global government affairs Victor Zhang told journalists in London last week that:
Manny Pham
July 19, 2019
PMGC unveils its new Tela Technology brand strategy
Vodafone Total Communications Partner revamps to consolidate latest acquisitions Vodafone Total Communications Partner PMGC Group has rebranded itself as Tela Technology, as the Vodafone dealer targets £30 million in revenue within the next five years. The rebrand went live on June 17 as the company looks to continue its expansion in the coming years. Tela
Paul Lipscombe
July 19, 2019
How Yboo gave its founders the appiest days of their lives
Martyn Gould is one half of the dynamic duo behind the app that calculates the best mobile deals Martyn Gould, the founder and CEO of Yboo, is an energetic and cheery man. It’s a good thing too, because his disposition is the perfect counterpoint to the circumstances in which we meet, a depressingly dull and
July 19, 2019
The One Solution and Pangea harness IoT to boost smart container fleets for Israeli shipping company Loginno
The services are expected to go live early next year Leeds-based dealer The One Solution has partnered with IoT provider Pangea to deliver a connectivity service to Loginno, an Israeli company that enables smart containers for shipping companies. Finalised last month, the partnership will support Loginno’s Contopia offering, which comprises a device that can be
Dealers
July 18, 2019
Gusto Telecom squeezes the juicer with rebrand
Juice has become Gusto’s flagship brand according to Bennett Banbury-based accessories distributor Gusto Telecom has rebranded as Juice as it seeks global growth. The rebrand on July 1 has seen the company adopt the name of its broad range of accessories, including powerbanks and chargers. Founded in 2010 by current CEO Jolyon Bennett, Juice has
Paul Lipscombe
July 18, 2019
Dev-exit for misplaced government mobile devices
Loss of mobile devices and laptops belonging to government employees presents a security risk
Jasper Hart
July 17, 2019
Vodafone 5G connection now in 15 locations
The operator has connected eight new cities to 5G
Manny Pham
July 17, 2019
Gartner: 5G phones will represent half of all device sales by 2023
Mobile sales to decline the most out of all device types in 2019
Jasper Hart
July 17, 2019
TBS and Orbis partner on lone worker protection solution
Partnership expected to boost lone worker engagement
Jasper Hart
July 17, 2019
Mobile operators losing users to better MVNO offers
Compelling offers from MVNOs has contributed to growing connections An inability to match alternative offers is one of the main reasons people are quitting their direct contracts with mobile phone operators and moving to MVNOs. According to public opinion and data analyst organisation YouGov, around a third of the six per cent of UK adults
Mobile News
July 17, 2019
Three and Nokia launch 5G-ready cloud core network
Operator claims it is a world first
Jasper Hart
July 16, 2019
Vodafone launches 5G wireless router
Vodafone’s 5G network went live on July 3 Vodafone UK has launched a 5G wireless router that can provide speeds of up to 1Gbps. Prices range between £30 to £50 per month for the Gigacube, with data plans including either 100GB, 200GB or Unlimited. The wireless router is available for both consumers and businesses and
Paul Lipscombe
July 16, 2019
Google Pixel 3a now available at Vodafone
The mid-range smartphone is available with unlimited data plans
Manny Pham
July 16, 2019
Android ‘Agent Smith’ malware has infected 137,000 UK devices
Malware originated from Chinese third-party app store
Jasper Hart
July 11, 2019
Vodafone execs to cut share bonuses to appease investors
Decision comes ahead of the telco’s annual meeting later this month
Jasper Hart
July 10, 2019
Aura Technology appoints World Cup winning coach to the board
Aura Technology launched in 2017 and specialise at working with mid-market businesses IT services provider Aura Technology has appointed Rugby World Cup winning manager Sir Clive Woodward to the board. Sir Clive will take up a non-executive role as the company hopes to expand, after launching initially in 2017. He is best remembered for overseeing
Paul Lipscombe
July 10, 2019
Madrid: Huawei opens largest flagship store outside of China
Huawei is also planning to launch an experience centre in Barcelona later this year Huawei has opened its largest retail and customer experience space outside of China with the addition of a flagship store in Madrid. The new store is located in Gran Via, which is one of Europe’s busiest streets and is 1,100m2 in
Paul Lipscombe
July 10, 2019
Vodafone launches unlimited data plans for 4G and 5G
Vodafone’s 5G network is live in seven cities, with 19 towns and cities covered by the end of the year Vodafone has launched its new unlimited data plans for 4G and 5G today – including 5G-ready SIM Only plans from just £23. It follows the operator announcing the 5G plans last week when it switched
Paul Lipscombe
July 10, 2019
US announces massive relaxation of ban on Huawei
US companies were banned from selling technology to Huawei which had the Chinese vendor revising its forecasts
Manny Pham
July 10, 2019
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