Ofcom has announced updated proposals to release crucial mobile airwaves to meet growing demand for mobile broadband and support the rollout of 5G. To help improve mobile services and enable more people and businesses to access 5G networks, Ofcom plans to release more mobile airwaves through an auction in spring 2020. In December 2018, Ofcom…
Relying exclusively on 5G infrastructure, instead of using a combination of 5G and existing 4G networks, this is a first for the UK. Operated by Vodafone, the 5G test site covers the Media City area of Salford, in Greater Manchester and has been hailed by the mobile operator as “an important step in connecting businesses…
Five companies involved in the 5G spectrum auction. During the 5G spectrum auction, companies will bid over a series of rounds and this may take a number of weeks depending on the level of demand from bidders. Available in two bands, the first band, 2.3 GHz, can be used by mobile companies as soon as…
O2 predicts significant benefits from 5G. The ‘Value of 5G for Cities and Communities’ report from O2, predicts savings of up to £450 a year for the average household. The implementation of 5G could lead to savings in energy bills, council tax bills, and a reduction in food waste. Local councils, the report predicts, could…
Both EE and Three have objected to Ofcom’s proposed 5G spectrum caps, even taking legal action. However, the UK High Court overruled their case and is allowing the auction to go ahead. Aimed at supporting deployment of 5G, the auction will offer spectrum in the 2.3 GHz and 3.4 GHz bands. The 2.3GHz can be…
Further delay to 5G spectrum auction Ofcom’s decision to stop mobile phone companies owning more than 37 per cent of usable spectrum by 2020 has met with opposition from both Three and EE. Three’s proposed action against Ofcom will likely cause a delay to the auction of mobile spectrum due to take place in September…
In the 2017 Spring Budget, Chancellor Philip Hammond announced a new government strategy to roll out fibre broadband and 5G coverage. If 5G is to be the next big leap in mobile technology, as predicted, the government hopes to lead the way. This means we need superfast broadband, UK-wide, if we are to succeed with…
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