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.
Virgin Media O2 is revolutionizing connectivity in Northern UK, emphasizing a sustainable digital future through significant investments and cutting-edge VoIP technology. Their ambitious move promises over 3.4 million connections, delivering gigabit speeds 16 times faster than average, and a robust expansion of their 5G network—bridging gaps in accessibility and digital inclusivity.
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.
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 Customers with outdated devices are urged to upgrade to maintain mobile services.
Virgin Media O2 introduces Daisy, an AI-driven virtual assistant, tackling phone fraud by engaging scammers in conversations for up to 40 minutes. Part of the “Swerve the Scammers” initiative, this tool combines AI with insights from YouTube scambaiter Jim Browning to protect potential victims effectively, ensuring scam prevention.
Virgin Media O2 has made groundbreaking progress by deploying 5G standalone small cells in Birmingham. This state-of-the-art VoIP-ready technology promises enhanced mobile connectivity, achieving internet speeds up to 300Mbps.
Visitors, residents, businesses, and students in Reading town centre will soon enjoy enhanced mobile experiences and faster speeds thanks to Virgin Media O2’s deployment of small cells. This VoIP advancement aims to boost mobile capacity in Reading’s busy areas like Reading Station and the Oracle Shopping Centre, improving network efficiency.
Research by Virgin Media O2 reveals that poor internet connectivity is driving many rural UK residents, particularly young adults, to consider relocating to urban areas. Inadequate internet access hinders remote work, prompting 4.6 million people to contemplate moving within the next year.
Vodafone and Virgin Media O2 have signed a long-term agreement with Cellnex UK to enhance their mobile network infrastructure. This partnership allows both operators comprehensive access to extensive tower networks, boosting VoIP capabilities.
Virgin Media O2, a leading British broadband and mobile operator, in collaboration with its shareholder Liberty Global, has embarked on a pioneering venture with the introduction of its Smart Pole Trial. This innovative project sees the deployment of 4G and 5G-capable smart poles across the UK, aimed at enhancing mobile network coverage and capacity significantly.
