Everything Everywhere - the service providers formerly known as Orange - are reeling, after findings published by RootMetrics have shown that their new 4G network is a long way short of providing the coverage that is expected of it.
The service - which was launched in Manchester and 10 other major cities across the UK - highlighted the main areas of the system's failings, showing that over 50% of the Manchester population were completely unable to access the network.
The news comes as a significant set back to newly christened service providers Everything Everywhere - formerly Orange - as Bill Moore (RootMetrics' Chief Executive) explains: "Our testing clearly shows that 4G connections are not consistent, even within a nominated area - despite being significantly faster than any other network currently in the UK."
He went on to explain that: "Customers need to be aware of this as there will be an expectation of blistering fast mobile internet speeds whenever they use their phones." On average, the testing showed that 4G users in Manchester were accessing connection speeds of just 17 Mbps - a far cry from the potential speeds promised by, and expected of, the new network.
All of which highlights serious issues for the newly launched brand name of Everything Everywhere. And the report got even worse when connectivity outside of the city centre was tested, and showed that there was almost no coverage whatsoever.
Yet, despite the many failings highlighted by the report, Mr Moore still believes that the new 1800Mhz spectrum has proved a success. He explained that: " The current indoor speeds are way in excess of what 3G is capable of. These speeds would not have been possible without 4G."
But it will not be long before Vodafone and O2 are hot on the heels of Everything Everywhere with the launch of their own network, once the auction has taken place in February. And if all goes to plan, their new networks could be up and running byu the end of February 2013 - leaving not a lot of time for EE to iron out the bugs in their system
All of which is good news for the consumer, as we will soon have competition for providing the best, quickest and most reliable 4G service at the lowest price. As for whether or not EE sort their problems in time to be competitive, who knows. But the future for Voip systems and technologies - and in particular mobile Voip systems - certainly looks bright.
The service - which was launched in Manchester and 10 other major cities across the UK - highlighted the main areas of the system's failings, showing that over 50% of the Manchester population were completely unable to access the network.
The news comes as a significant set back to newly christened service providers Everything Everywhere - formerly Orange - as Bill Moore (RootMetrics' Chief Executive) explains: "Our testing clearly shows that 4G connections are not consistent, even within a nominated area - despite being significantly faster than any other network currently in the UK."
He went on to explain that: "Customers need to be aware of this as there will be an expectation of blistering fast mobile internet speeds whenever they use their phones." On average, the testing showed that 4G users in Manchester were accessing connection speeds of just 17 Mbps - a far cry from the potential speeds promised by, and expected of, the new network.
All of which highlights serious issues for the newly launched brand name of Everything Everywhere. And the report got even worse when connectivity outside of the city centre was tested, and showed that there was almost no coverage whatsoever.
Yet, despite the many failings highlighted by the report, Mr Moore still believes that the new 1800Mhz spectrum has proved a success. He explained that: " The current indoor speeds are way in excess of what 3G is capable of. These speeds would not have been possible without 4G."
But it will not be long before Vodafone and O2 are hot on the heels of Everything Everywhere with the launch of their own network, once the auction has taken place in February. And if all goes to plan, their new networks could be up and running byu the end of February 2013 - leaving not a lot of time for EE to iron out the bugs in their system
All of which is good news for the consumer, as we will soon have competition for providing the best, quickest and most reliable 4G service at the lowest price. As for whether or not EE sort their problems in time to be competitive, who knows. But the future for Voip systems and technologies - and in particular mobile Voip systems - certainly looks bright.
About the Author:
Saul Saresi writes regularly about Voip technology and systems for his site VoIPDito business phone More information about Voip can be found by visiting his site business voip system
No comments:
Post a Comment