O2 begins upgrading 3G network across 14 counties

Trade

13 May 2013

In advance of its 4G network rollout, O2 is upgrading its existing 3G network in 250 locations across 14 counties in May. The upgrade will result in faster mobile data speeds for customers in Carlow, Cork, Donegal, Dublin, Galway, Kildare, Kilkenny, Limerick, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Sligo and Wicklow.

A similar number of 3G sites are due to be upgraded in other locations around the country by the end of the year. So far O2 parent company Telefonica has invested €225 million in securing spectrum for its 4G network and plans to spend an additional €200 million in upgrades over the next three years.

Paul Whelan, director, finance and technology, Telefonica Ireland (pictured), said: "The 3G network upgrade is great news for our customers. In simple terms, they will now see a stronger 3G signal on their mobile device in more places, indoor and on the move. Our customers will enjoy significantly improved data speeds in more places from this month, bringing a richer data experience to life on their 3G mobile devices."

The rollout of 4G network is expected to begin in the Autumn at select locations around the country.

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