Ooh, TV‑drama Meets Telecoms: The Great Coverage Cover‑Up
Britain’s telecom regulator—yes, that watchdog that checks if your phone can actually reach the countryside—is stepping in to get the full story on two big players: EE and Vodafone.
After a little “market‑shock” that revealed Vodafone under‑promised its 4G reach (especially when you’re standing next to a tree), and EE over‑told how far 3G actually goes in rural spots, Ofcom is launching a full forensic review.
- Vodafone’s “Zzzz”: They fell short on 4G coverage, so people scrambled when trying to stream their favorite shows in the wild.
- EE’s “Big‑Benediction”: They claimed they had 3G super‑coverage, but in reality folks discovered the signal disappeared faster than a cup of tea at a bad coffee shop.
Our regulator has a deadline: by the end of December, they want to pin down that evidence—no stone left unturnt, no misleading claim left unchallenged.
Stay tuned for the drama and the data. And if you ever break your phone upstairs, remember, even the giants can get their signals mixed up.
