Smaller providers outshine major networks in customer satisfaction, Ofcom Report Finds

Mobile and broadband customers are finding more to smile about with smaller providers, according to the latest report on Customer Service from Ofcom. The regulator’s annual review of telecoms service quality revealed that companies outside the big four mobile networks—EE, O2, Three, and Vodafone—are scoring impressively on customer satisfaction metrics. Tesco Mobile and giffgaff lead

Ofcom proposes new licensing framework for satellite direct-to-device services 

Regulator outlines three potential authorisation routes as Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile lead UK charge in satellite-to-smartphone connectivity Ofcom has launched a consultation on proposals to authorise the use of mobile spectrum bands for satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) services — a move that could transform mobile connectivity in rural and remote areas of the UK. Says Ofcom:

Three introduces tiered system of contract price increases

Three UK has revised its pricing structure to show annual price increases outlined in “pounds and pence” determined by tiers based on the data allowance of each contract. Each year mobile customers will see the following increases depending on their data allowance. 4GB or less: £1 more a month, 5GB-99GB: £1.25 more a month, 100GB