The mobile phone network provider O2 has announced it is to begin work this month to bring its 4G service to Bembridge, as well as improving its 2G and 3G network.
Work is scheduled to start the week commencing Monday 17th October. Subject to successful implementation and testing, customers will see the new and improved service in the following weeks.
O2 say that during the work there may be times when a customer’s signal experiences intermittent service. Customers can download the O2 TUGo app which enables them to make and receive calls on any WiFi-connected device using their mobile number.
Derek McManus, Chief Operating Officer, Telefónica UK said:
“O2 customers in Bembridge will soon be able to experience faster mobile internet on their devices such as streaming high definition TV, shopping on the go, and video calling. For our business customers, 4G is all about working more effectively. They can work remotely, access cloud services, collaborate using apps and so on. 4G will make everything easier for them.”
O2 is spending £600 million in 2016 on its network and by the end of 2017 will have invested over £3billion in 4G and the modernisation of its 2G and 3G networks across the UK.
O2 currently offers 4G in over 7000 towns and cities across the UK. It is the only network to have made a commitment to Ofcom, the telecommunications regulator, to provide indoor coverage for 98% of the UK population by the end of 2017.
