eSIM usage is a tiny fraction of total global mobile subscribers, at only 150 million eSIMs, compared with 8.9 billion cellular subscriptions worldwide but operators seem now more willing to embrace the technoogy say analysts at CCS Insight. Around 800 operators worldwide now support eSIM technology, and there are more than 200 eSIM-enabled devices CCS

A dozen mobile network operators and the GSMA have agreed to new targets to reuse and recycle all mobile devices by 2030.

Around 21 per cent of UK adults only access the internet with a smartphone and 1.5 million UK households now access the internet at home via a mobile, not a broadband connection.

Network trade-ins need to be sold for the best margins Are mobile network operators picking up B2B auctions fast enough? Consumers are growing more hesitant to £1,000 every time the latest Apple or Samsung phone launches. In fact, 22 million phone users (nearly 35%) would buy a refurbished phone over a new one says Jess Morris,

An Open Fixed Access Networks Use Case Document has been released which outlines the objectives for this area of work

The government now have legal footing to remove Huawei equipment from UK 5G networks

The highly anticipated Phone (1) launches next week

The UK has lagged behind some others in rolling out 5G, but Bjorn Odenhammar, Ericsson’s chief technology officer for the UK and Ireland, says there are ways they can use spectrum efficiently to give it a boost

The operator also claims to have the fastest 5G network in the UK

High Court hears claims of collusion

Both MNOs have publicly stated in the past an interest in consolidation 

Mobile network operators must get coverage, capacity and customer experience spot on in order to succeed says Brian More O’Ferrall, MNO director and wholesale finance director at BT Wholesale 

Platt has been at the operator for over 15 years

UK consumers are tending to hold onto their smartphones for longer, show YouGov figures. But how are these trends affecting the shape of the market and the picture for operators, vendors and MVNOs?

The S22 Ultra will be available in the UK from February 25, with the S22 and S22+ available from March 11

The operator will look to strengthen its B2B offering in the new year

The acquisition further cements BAI Communications growth plans

Llewellyn recently took over as Vodafone’s head of channel strategy

Tesco Mobile remains in top spot, this time alongside BT Mobile, Sky Mobile and EE

Study from Telness Tech found that majority of consumers would switch for a better deal if possible 

The store will test the latest in retail ideas and features experimental zones

Llewellyn has been with the operator since 2006

The scheme is expected to launch in a number of LATAM markets soon

With their innovation and resilience, MVNOs are perfectly placed to make the most of the digital transformation, says Lyca Group CEO Navanit Narayan

Vodafone UK CEO says digital literacy is “essential to the life chances of everyone in the UK”

The UK is lagging behind many other nations in enthusiasm for 5G, according to YouGov data from a survey of almost 19,000 people across 17 countries. But why is the technology still waiting to fly here?

Release date to be confirmed by operator

There’s no time like the present for eSIM adoption, enabling greater flexibility for consumers when roaming, and cost and revenue benefits for operators says Mobilise founder and CEO Hamish White

The service will be available for new and existing pay monthly, SIM only and pay as you go customers

Director of Vodafone carrier services Nick Gliddon will replace Sheehan from October 1

Total revenue for the first quarter from April to the end of June was up 5.7 per cent

The solution has been designed for Vodafone’s business customers

Vodafone is Dixons last mobile operator partner 

The operator is seeking to grow its list of MVNO partners

Vodafone is working with Ericsson as part of the pilot

He has previously held senior direct roles at Nike, Camper and Superdry

Network claims customers could save up to £275 when trading in eligible smartphones 

Lebara Mobile is Vodafone’s oldest UK MVNO partner

Revenue for the first quarter hit £581m

Hennessy replaces the outgoing Buttsworth and remains as Three Ireland CTO

Oppo hit China’s number-one spot for the first time in early 2021, but can it duplicate its success in Europe?

EE, O2, Vodafone, and Three each won a portion of the offering

Liberty Global CEO says the merger will create a “fixed mobile champion”

Keeping customers on side is more important than ever says Alan Bentley, Head of Global Strategy, Blancco

Keeping customers on side is more important than ever says Alan Bentley, Head of Global Strategy, Blancco

Swantee has held senior roles at a number of different telco’s 

Group reaches 10mn unlimited data mobile users across 10 markets

Three is aiming to have employees working at the new office by Q3 2021

The launch was due to take part this month

The router can connect up to 64 devices and is available through fixed term or rolling contracts

Deal adds €62m in EBITDA to Voda’s infrastructure unit Vantage Towers

It comes as school’s close across England from today (January 5)

New CEO will be Chief Commercial Ops head Ahmed Essam

The operator is targeting 25 locations by the end of 2021

Three is currently investing £2 billion on improving its 5G service, while expanding its coverage across the UK

Stores will be open up to 10PM depending on location

Distributor has put in place requisite processes in past month

The ruling upholds a previous judicial review challenge that also went against the Home Office

Customers can share call, text and data allowances from their mobile plan

New head office will account for increased remote work preference, says CEO Finnegan

Technology is already ‘proven at scale’ in the US, says Mobile UK

Telco eyes flat or slightly increased profit as business overhaul continues

Vodafone also performed below the industry average across fixed line broadband and landline complaints

Scott has several years’ worth of experience within the telecoms industry

Revenue takes a hit due to Covid-induced roaming declines and ‘handset release phasing’

New rules to come in effect from December 2021

A few months since high-street stores reopened, Mobile News visited outlets of the UK’s four mobile operators to find out how they’re getting on and what methods they’re using to keep customers safe

A few months since high-street stores reopened, Mobile News visited outlets of the UK’s four mobile operators to find out how they’re getting on and what methods they’re using to keep customers safe

A few months since high-street stores reopened, Mobile News visited outlets of the UK’s four mobile operators to find out how they’re getting on and what methods they’re using to keep customers safe

A few months since high-street stores reopened, Mobile News visited outlets of the UK’s four mobile operators to find out how they’re getting on and what methods they’re using to keep customers safe

Vodafone is best for Voice App Experience, while EE wins inaugural Games Experience gong

Nearly nine in 10 businesses see return on investment in IoT

O’Connor previously led the marketing team in Ireland and has delivered multiple award-winning strategies and campaigns

Vodafone, Three, BT Mobile and Virgin Mobile all recorded more complaints than the industry average

Tomlinson previously held SME head roles at EE/BT

The plans are 5G ready in anticipation for future iPhone models

Partnership gives Three most Xiaomi phones out of all MNOs

Vodafone has partnered with Openreach to provide the three cities with the gigafast broadband

However Tesco Mobile achieved the best scores for the mobile measures 

Vehicles feature Lidar and inertial navigation to accurately pinpoint location and speed

The service is free for everyone, not just Vodafone customers

Operators are expected to lose less in revenue in the long-term as illegal channels are clamped down on

Vodafone UK CTO Scott Petty calls this an important milestone for the operator

Three currently holds the most amount of 5G spectrum acquired from previous auctions with 140Mhz

Vodafone has been working with BlackBerry since 1999

The European Court overturned a black on a potential merger in May 

Overall infrastructure revenues to decline and 4G spending to decrease

The operators have called for a longer transition period to avoid disruption

‘Key’ customer growth metric could see £1,500 bonus per employee

NHS workers have been able to access greater amounts of data, voice calls and texts

he standalone technology has the potential to “open up 5G” says Vodafone CTO 

Comments come as PM faces mounting pressure

Competition and pricing won’t be affected says The European Court

Travel restrictions in place means people won’t be using roaming data

Research indicates that special offers are driving customers away from conventional networks

The service is also available to a number of MVNOs

Calls between different networks not working

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is expected to confirm plans to invest £5 billion into faster broadband

The government has set a deadline of the end of the week for a deal to be reached