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Huge mobile signal boost across UK countryside now covering area larger than 66,000 football pitches

Total Telecom

Telecoms Minister Sir Chris Bryant said: The growth potential of our areas of outstanding natural beauty must not be stunted by patchy internet. Areas set to benefit from the boost include the North York Moors National Park, parts of the Southern Upland Way, and the Shropshire Hills.

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Jio Services Hit by Major Disruption, Now Back Online

Telecom Talk

The outage, which began around 1:30 PM, impacted users across Kerala and select part of Tamil Nadu, leaving many without internet, mobile signals, and call access. While services were restored later in the day, an official explanation from the company is still awaited.

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California Democrat Releases $15 Internet Affordability Bill

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, March 24, 2025 – Following in New York’s footsteps, a California lawmaker was one step closer to advancing a sweeping legislative mandate to cap monthly internet bills at $15 for qualifying low-income households. 15, 2025, following a legal battle that stretched over four years.

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SWR deploys Europe’s first ’Rail-5G’ Wi-Fi  

Total Telecom

News South Western Railway (SWR) has become the first train operator in Europe to roll out a Rail-5G Wi-Fi solution, promising internet speeds up to 20 times faster than currently available on most UK trains The new technology has gone live on a 70 km stretch between Earlsfield and Basingstoke, one of the busiest parts of the rail network.

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TRAI Flags Misreporting in Jio and Airtel 5G AirFiber Subscriber Data: Report

Telecom Talk

The telecom regulator had issued directives to both companies on May 27, flagging concerns that users accessing high-speed internet over 5G Fixed Wireless Access, possibly in the millions, may be reported as “wireline” or “fixed-line” subscribers, potentially distorting official broadband penetration data, the report added.

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Fiber Internet vs. 5G Home Internet: Which Offers Better Reliability?

All West Telecommunications

5G Internet vs. Fiber: Reliability Showdown for 2025 Choosing between 5G home internet and fiber internet can be a tough call for households, remote workers, gamers and small business owners. 5G: Signal can degrade with weather, distance from the tower, or congestion. Find out if 1000 Mbps is fast enough.

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Fiber vs Satellite: Choosing the Right Internet for You

All West Telecommunications

Demystifying Internet Choices with All West Communications Finding the perfect internet connection can feel overwhelming, especially with options like fiber and satellite vying for your attention. What Is Satellite Internet and How Does It Work? What Is Fiber Internet and How Does It Work?