VMO2, a leading UK telecom company, is saying goodbye to 3G services by 2025, focusing on the advancement of 4G and 5G capacities. Though this marks the end of an era, it opens doors for superior technology and remarkable energy efficiencies. What does this imply for consumers and the future of mobile connectivity? Let’s explore.
BT has secured a five-year partnership with DEFRA to connect 34,000 workers and devices across the UK. Using EE’s mobile network and the Shared Rural Network, the project enhances safety, monitors the environment, and supports carbon reduction, helping DEFRA predict weather events and prevent critical incidents in rural areas.
Virgin Media O2 has cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 56 percent since 2020 and expanded its electric vehicle fleet. Progress includes major energy savings, renewable electricity use, and reductions in packaging waste, all part of its push toward net zero emissions.
Vodafone and Three are exploring a Pay-TV service bundled with broadband, phone, and mobile plans. This comes after their £15 billion merger, aiming to capture a broader audience. Competing against Virgin Media O2 and BT, they’re leveraging existing expertise from Germany and the Netherlands to navigate shifting preferences towards streaming.
The UK’s major mobile operators are challenging Ofcom’s proposed changes to spectrum annual license fees. Despite a proposed 21% reduction in fees for the 900MHz and 1800MHz spectrums, and a 12% increase for the 2100MHz band, operators argue the fees are still too high.
Sinch is revolutionizing business communication with RCS Business Messaging (RBM), now available on iOS for Three UK and Virgin Media O2. This expansion enables businesses to deliver rich, interactive experiences—videos, carousels, and secure two-way conversations—seamlessly reaching both Android and iPhone users.
Virgin Media O2 is advancing Birmingham’s network with more 4G small cells, enhancing mobile capacity in crowded areas like the city center. These compact base stations, often installed on street furniture, boost network performance.
In a landmark move for UK telecoms, Ofcom introduces regulations mandating clear pricing transparency for telecom services. No more unexpected mid-contract price hikes—providers must now clearly outline price changes.
T-Mobile US has agreed to acquire Vistar Media for $600 million, expanding into the DOOH advertising market. This acquisition aims to enhance T-Mobile’s advertising capabilities by combining its customer data with Vistar’s technology, targeting more personalized ad experiences.
Virgin Media O2 will deactivate its 3G network in Durham by April 2025 as part of a UK-wide shutdown plan. Customers with outdated devices are urged to upgrade to maintain mobile services.
