How much 3G coverage are we really getting?

A survey fronted by the BBC has probed into the state of mobile Britain, the finding suggests that 3G has a way to go before it offers what is promised: ‘comprehensive coverage across the UK’.

 

Operator’s claim 90% or more 3G coverage, however there are still many blind spots, including in major towns and cities, that were not covered. 

Those that were involved in the survey revealed that they were only able to receive a 3G signal 75% of the time.

For nearly a quarter of the time they had to rely on older 2G technology, which characteristically only offers around one tenth of the speed of 3G.

Mobile coverage is a huge issue with people becoming increasingly dependent on their smartphones.

Is 4G the solution? 

The government has offered a cash injection to boost the roll-out of next-generation fixed broadband in rural areas.

Ofcom's Communications Consumer Panel last month called for a similar strategy to tackle mobile blind spots.