Neowin News Feed for: Vodafone

Intel explains why its latest and upcoming Xeon CPUs are great for 5G and 6G

Sayan Sen — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:09:54 +0000

Intel has highlighted its plans for how it will help the world and major telecom companies adopt to high speed 5G as well as 6G with the help of its Xeon platform. Read more...

Vodafone says EU regulators could learn something from the UK

Paul Hill — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:52:01 +0000

Vodafone has outlined some ideas for how the European Union should overhaul its merger framework going forward. It said the EU should look towards the UK for inspiration. Read more...

Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile to provide space-based broadband in Europe

Paul Hill — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:14:01 +0000

Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile have formed a new business which will deliver space-based internet in Europe beginning this year. Read more...

Vodafone makes world's first satellite, no network video call on standard phone

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 06:10:01 +0000

Vodafone has made history by placing the world's first satellite video call in an area without coverage on a regular smartphone. Read more...

Vodafone and Three are free to merge, says UK competition regulator

Paul Hill — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 10:48:02 +0000

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has given Vodafone and Three the go-ahead to merge after the pair agreed certain commitments. Read more...

Vodafone-Three merger looks more likely than ever after CMA announcement

Paul Hill — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:30:01 +0000

The Vodafone-Three merger looks more likely today than ever before after the CMA set out remedies that could address competition concerns. Read more...

Vodafone and Three outline two more merger concessions to ease fears

Paul Hill — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:50:02 +0000

The merger between Vodafone and Three is under the CMA's microscope as the companies promise an £11 billion investment in the UK mobile network and low-cost tariffs. Read more...

New Cloud smartphone from Vodafone offers 4G access for under $14

Paul Hill — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:02:01 +0000

The Cloud phone, priced at $13.93, is designed for users still reliant on 2G and 3G networks. It allows a smooth transition to modern apps and services. Read more...

CMA raises alarms over Vodafone-Three merger, warns of price hikes for users

Paul Hill — Sat, 14 Sep 2024 15:10:01 +0000

The UK's CMA expresses caution over Vodafone's merger with Three, fearing millions may face higher mobile service costs despite possible network improvements. Read more...

Vodafone's DreamLab app yields new typhoon findings

Paul Hill — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 16:16:01 +0000

The Vodafone DreamLab app has helped researchers study the link between typhoons and climate change. They found that typhoons are 14 km per hour faster and that they'll hit countries more often. Read more...

This UK carrier might offer double the storage for the Google Pixel 9 for free

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Sat, 10 Aug 2024 05:16:01 +0000

One of the major UK carriers is rumored to offer double the storage for free for the Google Pixel 9 smartphones, which applies to all storage variants of the upcoming flagship smartphones. Read more...

Vodafone, Qualcomm, and Xiaomi achieve 1.8 Gbps 5G download speeds with Xiaomi 14 Ultra

Paul Hill — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 13:16:01 +0000

Vodafone, Qualcomm, and Xiaomi have tested 1024 QAM technology with the Xiaomi 14 Ultra and managed to hit 1.8 Gbps download speeds. Vodafone said 1024 QAM will arrive in 2025 for supported devices. Read more...

Vodafone and Virgin Media O2 join forces to improve mobile coverage in the UK

Paul Hill — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 17:46:01 +0000

Vodafone and Virgin Media O2 have expanded their network sharing agreement. It will benefit Three customers if Vodafone's merger goes through and it will see Virgin Media O2 buy spectrum. Read more...

Massive 2Africa subsea cable lands in the UK improving connectivity

Paul Hill — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 10:48:01 +0000

Vodafone has announced that the world's biggest subsea cable, 2Africa, is now connected to the UK via Cornwall in the south of the country. The cable links Europe, Africa, and South Asia. Read more...

Vodafone outlines €8 billion sale of its Italian business to Swisscom

Paul Hill — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:44:01 +0000

Vodafone Group has announced the sale of its Italian branch to Swisscom for €8 billion. Vodafone said the move will allow it to focus on growing markets to increase its return on capital. Read more...

Vodafone and Broadcom develop API to cut down on web waste

Paul Hill — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:34:02 +0000

Vodafone and Broadcom have developed new software that helps to reduce the amount of pre-fetched data. This will help cut down on wasteful data usage and reduce the energy usage of carriers. Read more...

Save big, go green: Why refurbished phones are winning over Europe

Paul Hill — Sat, 24 Feb 2024 04:00:01 +0000

Vodafone has found that Europeans are now more interested in buying refurbished smartphones than before. The main reason for making these purchases is the lower cost of the devices. Read more...

Vodafone partners up with Microsoft to improve its processes using AI and Cloud

Karthik Mudaliar — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 10:00:01 +0000

Vodafone is joining hands with Microsoft to harness the power of AI, Cloud and other digital services in an attempt to "transform the customer experience" across Europe, the UK, and Africa. Read more...

UK networks are shutting down 3G starting with Vodafone

Paul Hill — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 05:46:01 +0000

All of the UK's mobile network providers will close down their 3G services in 2024 and 2025. Vodafone is being most aggressive as it will conduct the final shutdown phase this month and next. Read more...

Vodafone-Three merger in the UK has “substantial risk” of negative outcomes

Paul Hill — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 19:10:02 +0000

The consumer group Which? has warned that the Vodafone and Three merger in the UK could lead to higher prices and worse service in the short term. Longer term, it said that customers could benefit. Read more...

Vodafone 6 GHz spectrum band tests achieved download speeds of 5 Gbps

Paul Hill — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 15:06:01 +0000

Vodafone engineers have done some tests in the upper 6 GHz spectrum band to show that it could help mobile networks avoid a capacity crunch in just five or so years as more devices connect. Read more...

Vodafone and Three claim their merger will create thousands of jobs

Paul Hill — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 15:20:01 +0000

Vodafone and Three have said that their merger in the UK could create 12,000 new jobs. The Unite union has warned that similar mergers have actually led to job cuts and says up to 1,600 jobs could go. Read more...

More organisations join UK telecoms to increase number of women in senior tech roles

Paul Hill — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:06:01 +0000

More organisations have signed Ofcom's pledge to bring more women into senior tech roles. The pledge was originally signed by telecom companies from the UK in June but more have just signed. Read more...

Vodafone launches API so people can see what business is calling them

Paul Hill — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 13:18:01 +0000

Vodafone Germany has developed a new API for third-party companies and organizations called CallerID. It lets people they call know who is calling and could help against spam callers. Read more...

Vodafone details its new silicon photonic chips that are in development

Steve Bennett — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 11:14:01 +0000

Vodafone R&D has shared an update on the developments of its silicon photonic chips, which are reported to be faster, more efficient and more reliable than the current electronic offering. Read more...

Vodafone and Three agree to merger in the UK

Paul Hill — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 11:02:54 +0000

Vodafone and Three UK have announced plans to merge their UK operations. Both of the companies have found it increasingly difficult to offer services and say a merger will address this issue. Read more...

Vodafone UK broadband customers experience outage

Paul Hill — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 10:23:24 +0000

Vodafone UK broadband customers have been unable to get online this morning. Reports started coming in at 8:00 a.m. BST and the company is yet to rectify the issue at the time of writing. Read more...

Vodafone wants to sell a Raspberry Pi-based 5G portable mobile network

John Callaham — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 15:50:01 +0000

Vodafone has unveiled a portable 5G network router that uses the Raspberry Pi 4 PC. It's designed to either extend a 5G network in the home or serve as a private mobile network for businesses. Read more...

Seven broadband and mobile firms to raise prices by up to 14.4% in the spring

Paul Hill — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 17:04:02 +0000

UK broadband and mobile customers are going to be hit with price hikes this spring as operators attempt to keep up with their costs. Those who can are urged to look for cheaper deals elsewhere. Read more...

Vodafone announces 5G coverage in five new UK airports

Karthik Mudaliar — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 11:44:02 +0000

Vodafone UK has announced that its 5G network is now available at George Best Airport in Belfast and Newcastle International Airport, while deployment at three other airports is in progress. Read more...

Vodafone and Three UK owner are now discussing a merger

Paul Hill — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 12:26:01 +0000

Vodafone and Three UK could merge as talks between the two companies get underway. Vodafone has complained multiple times this year about thin profits when 5G upgrades are factored in. Read more...

Martin Lewis issues warning over EU roaming charges for travelling Brits

Paul Hill — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 10:48:02 +0000

Martin Lewis from MoneySavingExpert.com has released a new report urging Ofcom to strengthen rules around EU roaming. The report highlights that providers aren't being as clear as they could be. Read more...

Vodafone CEO says three mobile networks in the UK, instead of four, would be healthier

Paul Hill — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 20:24:01 +0000

Vodafone CEO Nick Read has said that three mobile networks in the UK, instead of four networks, would be healthier. He believes this would increase investment in mobile infrastructure. Read more...

London Underground will get Vodafone and O2's 4G and 5G connectivity soon

Karthik Mudaliar — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 07:36:01 +0000

Vodafone and O2 are the last carriers that are joining BAI to deploy high-speed mobile and internet connectivity across the London Underground stations and tunnel starting December 2022. Read more...

Vodafone 5G expands to 12 more locations in the UK

Karthik Mudaliar — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 15:38:02 +0000

As part of its network modernization plan, Vodafone has expanded its 5G network to 12 more locations across the United Kingdom. The company also plans to retire its legacy 3G network in 2023. Read more...

Vodafone STEP to interconnect drivers on road with each other and transport authorities

Alap Naik Desai — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 22:48:01 +0000

Vodafone has launched STEP which will be compatible with all third-party apps and in-vehicle navigation systems to improve communication for enhanced road safety on European roads. Read more...

Suspected Lapsus$ hackers rounded up by City of London Police

Paul Hill — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:00:02 +0000

A prominent member of the Lapsus$ hacking group has supposedly been identified as a 16-year-old boy; seven of the group's members have also been arrested by the City of London Police. Read more...

Lapsus$ hackers threatening to release Vodafone's proprietary code

Paul Hill — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 18:30:01 +0000

The hacking group Lapsus$ is threatening to dump Vodafone source code online in a couple of days. Vodafone has said that it's aware of the threat from the group and that it's investigating. Read more...

Vodafone uses OpenRAN tech to extend 4G deeper into UK countryside

Paul Hill — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:18:01 +0000

Vodafone has begun deploying OpenRAN technology in towns and villages around the UK that suffer from bad connectivity. It will eventually roll out 2,500 OpenRAN sites around the UK by 2027. Read more...

Vodafone's DreamLab app will investigate climate change's effect on extreme weather

Paul Hill — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:40:01 +0000

Vodafone's DreamLab app will add a new project that lets users contribute their phone's idle processing power to work out the impact climate change will have on cyclones and other extreme weather. Read more...