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Virgin Media, the UK’s leading MVNO, has launched a new mobile broadband service, which is powered by a 7.2 Mbps HSPA USB modem. The new device will be available as part of a flexible one-month rolling or 18-month contracts, with a choice of 1 GB or 3 GB of data each month for GBP10 and GBP15 respectively for new customers or GBP8 and GBP12 for existing customers. The new service doubles the peak mobile broadband speeds currently offered by the operator.
Virgin Media today announce the launch of its new high-speed 7.2Mb mobile broadband USB modem. Following on from the success of its 3.6Mb mobile broadband, the new super-quick offering is one of the fastest ways to get online on the move, making internet browsing, checking emails, and streaming video on the go a breeze.
The new 7.2Mb USB modem from Virgin Media is offered on a range of contracts and data limits, helping users choose the mobile broadband package that best suits their needs. Users can either sign up for a flexible 1 month* rolling or 18 month contract and choose from 1GB or 3GB of data each month. With a variety of options to choose from, Virgin Media Mobile Broadband has a tariff to suit everyone.
The speedy nature of the new dongle means it’s ideal for quick browsing, downloading and even keeping up with your favourite shows via BBC iPlayer or YouTube (with less buffering and stuttering), the perfect way to stay connected anywhere.
Graeme Oxby, executive director of mobile at Virgin Media said: “We’re thrilled to be offering this faster mobile broadband to our users. If you’re not at home or near a wireless connection, mobile broadband is the best way of staying connected on the move and we’re delighted to be making this a speedier, more pleasant experience for our customers. ”
For more information on Virgin Media products and services, visit www.virginmedia.com
Contract information:
Contract |
Standard** or Virgin Media***
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Data Limit
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Monthly Cost
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3.6 Mbps USB Modem
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7.2 Mbps USB Modem
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18 Month
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Standard
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1 GB
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£10
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Free
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£9.99
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18 Month
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Standard
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3 GB
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£15
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Free
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£9.99
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1 month rolling
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Standard
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1 GB
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£10
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£24.99
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£34.99
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1 month rolling
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Standard
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3 GB
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£15
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£24.99
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£34.99
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18 month
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Virgin Media
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1 GB
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£8
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Free
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£9.99
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18 Month
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Virgin Media
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3 GB
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£12
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Free
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£9.99
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1 month rolling
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Virgin Media
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1 GB
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£8
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£24.99
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£34.99
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1 month rolling
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Virgin Media
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3 GB
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£12
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£24.99
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£34.99
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* First 2 months fixed then it goes onto 1 month rolling
** Standard contracts are available to all new and existing mobile customers
*** Virgin Media contracts are available to existing Virgin Media customers taking out a mobile contract that already have TV, broadband or landline service
Mobile broadband speed:
Speeds for mobile broadband can be affected by many factors including:
- Distance from cell tower
- Number of people using the same cell tower
- Location of cell tower (some may not support 7.2Mb speed)
- Interference from other 3G signals and other wireless technologies
- Laptop/computer specification (must use USB2.0 or higher)
About Virgin Media
With almost 10 million customers, Virgin Media is the UK's first quad-play provider of broadband, TV, phone and mobile.
The company is one of the largest residential broadband providers in the UK, using a unique fibre optic cable network to deliver next generation ultrafast internet access of up to 50Mb to just over half of all homes. Combined with a high speed ADSL service and mobile broadband products, Virgin Media is able to offer broadband internet access to virtually the entire country.
Virgin Media has the UK’s most advanced TV on demand service and is the only TV platform to carry BBC iPlayer. It is the second largest provider of pay TV, was the first to launch a high definition TV service and offers a high-specification, HD-ready V+ personal video recorder.
The company operates the most popular virtual mobile network in the UK which, when launched, was the world’s first such mobile phone service. It is also one of the largest fixed-line home phone providers in the country.
Virgin Media also owns Virgin Media Television (VMtv) which runs eight entertainment channels, including Virgin1, LIVING, Bravo and Challenge. VMtv is a 50 per cent joint partner with BBC Worldwide in UKTV, which consists of ten channels including Dave, G.O.L.D., Watch and Alibi.
Virgin Media Inc. is listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market and the London Stock Exchange (VMED).
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