EE has extended its partnership with the Home Nations Football Associations and Wembley Stadium until 2028, cementing EE’s role as the exclusive lead partner. This extension underscores EE’s commitment to investing in UK football, enhancing fan experiences with advanced 4G and 5G connectivity.
EE’s innovative deployment of a mobile tower on the Isle of Skye enhances 4G connectivity in rural areas. Providing reliable coverage, the tower supports local businesses while reducing visual disruption.
EE has improved VoIP and emergency communication on Ben Nevis by collaborating with the Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team. Utilizing a 35-meter tower in Glen Nevis, this initiative supports the UK Home Office’s Emergency Services Network.
Exciting news for VoIP enthusiasts: EE expands its 5G standalone network to 16 more UK locations, promising improved connectivity. By year-end, EE’s 5G coverage will reach 21 million people across 30 towns and cities.
In collaboration with Freshwave, EE has deployed 25 new small cells, revolutionizing the 4G and 5G network landscape. This first-of-its-kind initiative promises seamless mobile communication, optimizing bandwidth for VoIP calls in high-traffic areas.
EE has launched its 5GSA mobile network across 15 UK cities, including London, Manchester, and Glasgow, aiming to enhance mobile coverage and performance. Alongside this, the new Wi-Fi 7 Smart Hub Pro promises superior home broadband speeds and connectivity. These advancements position EE as a forefront leader in the UK’s cellular network arena.
The Swansea Bay City Deal awarded VMO2 a contract to upgrade fibre infrastructure. The global smartphone market is expected to grow, driven by Android sales in China and emerging markets. Patton acquired Raymar Information Technology to continue supporting crucial legacy industrial technologies. EE has released age-specific smartphone usage guidelines.
EE’s rapid 5G small cell deployment, with over 1,000 active installations, marks a significant advancement in the UK’s mobile infrastructure. These small cells, strategically deployed in high-demand areas like London, enhance mobile capacity and performance. Leveraging advanced network analytics and collaboration with partners like Nokia and Ericsson, EE optimizes network efficiency, ensuring top-notch connectivity.
A recent report commissioned by EE suggests that 4G mobile connectivity can generate significant economic benefits for rural communities, with potential earnings exceeding £6 million. However, in half of the analyzed locations, the cost of upgrading outweighed the financial advantages.
EE has announced the deployment of its innovative ‘cell sleep’ technology on its 4G network, aiming to significantly reduce energy consumption. This new technology allows certain 4G LTE carriers to enter a low-power mode during times of low demand.
