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OnePlus moves into the mainstream with new carrier and retailer partnerships ahead of the launch of the OnePlus 6T
Today, OnePlus announces new partnerships with some of the UK’s most trusted networks and biggest retailers ahead of the OnePlus 6T launch on 30th October. Mobile operators EE and Vodafone will join our current successful partner, O2, in offering OnePlus devices, while retailers John Lewis and Carphone Warehouse will also be stocking the highly anticipated OnePlus 6T, alongside mobile distributor DataSelect. Pete Lau, CEO and Founder of OnePlus said: “Our dream is to give people a burdenless experience – intuitive and powerful, combining style and versatility. The OnePlus experience begins long before someone uses our device – it’s in our community and through our partners. We’re constantly working to give…
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It’s iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus Pre-Order Day – What Will You Do?
Today is the first day you can order one of the brand new models of the new iPhone, either the 6 or 6 Plus. Many carriers are offering some great deals both in the US and UK and of course, there’s always the alternative buying choice, to buy sim free, unlocked from Apple. So, what will you do? Read our guide with the most up to date information and see if this helps you make up your minds… Importantly, of course, it’s worth pointing out that there’s no pressure to upgrade, do not be swept along with the buying frenzy if it will cause financial difficulties to you. iOS 8…
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Vodafone and O2 smash speed records with new 4G services – New London report by RootMetrics
Mobile internet speeds in London and surrounding areas have more than doubled since the launch of O2 and Vodafone’s 4G services two months ago. According to thousands of independent scientific tests by RootMetrics across the capital, Vodafone has the edge on O2, recording download speeds of 9.5 Mbps and upload speeds of 4.7 Mbps (upload) compared to O2’s 7.1Mbps (download) and 3.7 Mbps (upload). Despite the positive start by Vodafone and O2’s 4G offering, EE remains the fastest and highest rated overall network. Following the launch of its double speed 4G network, it has recorded exceptionally fast average speeds of 19.3 Mbps (download) and 12.9 Mbps (upload). Its speeds are…
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Vodafone and O2’s 4G Services Quick Out of the Blocks in London – New Data from RootMetrics
In the race between Vodafone and O2 to establish new 4G services, both networks are delivering strong – and similar – initial results. Mobile performance research company RootMetrics (www.rootmetrics.co.uk) conducted over 11,000 tests across central London over the five days immediately after O2 and Vodafone launched 4G, finding O2’s average download speed on a blend of 3G and 4G was 16.3 Mbps, whilst Vodafone’s average download speed was 16.2 Mbps. These blended speeds represent what most people will typically experience, since 4G is not available at all times. Having launched its service late last year, EE remains out in front and has even improved its speeds from earlier in…
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Pick Up A White Samsung Galaxy S II Now From Vodafone UK
If you want to be one of the first to pick up a gorgeous Samsung Galaxy S II in white then head on over to Vodafone. Three and the Carphone Warehouse have also got these devices available and 02 and Everything Everywhere will have them later on this month. Vodafone are offering this phone from free on a 24 month contract of £36 or more per month. With that you’ll get 900 minutes, unlimited texts and a 750 MB data allowance. Go here to pick one up.
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Break-In At Vodafone Leaves Customers Without Service
An early morning break-In with burglars using sledgehammers to smash their way into Vodafone’s Exchange Center in Hampshire, England today has resulted in the network crashing and hundreds of thousands of customers left without any service on their mobile devices. According to the Daily Mail, a Vodafone spokesperson said: ‘We had a break-in overnight at one of our technical facilities which resulted in damage done to some of our equipment. ‘This means that some customers may be experiencing temporary loss of voice, SMS and Internet services. ‘We are working quickly to restore these and will be back to normal as soon as we can. ‘There has been no impact…
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T-Mobile’s Exclusivity iPhone Contract In Germany Coming To An End
According to the WSJ today, Deutsche Telekom AG will lose exclusivity for the iPhone just ahead of the holiday season. Now Vodafone Group and Telefonica SA’s 02 will start selling it along with Deutsche Telekom, (T-Mobile). It has been reported that the matter has not been completely finalized yet but is at an advanced stage. The contract with Deutsche Telekom will most probably end this October. Germany is the last major European market in which one provider has exclusive rights to sell the iPhone. Deutsche Telekom had sold at total of 1.9 million iPhones in Germany as of June 30, this is despite customers having to wait up to nine…
