Broadband Guide

3 mobile broadband coverage

3 offers one of the most extensive mobile broadband networks in the UK. However it’s important to check coverage on 3 Mobile Broadband's (www.Three.co.uk/Coverage) website before signing up to make sure that you're getting the best possible connection.

3 mobile broadband coverage

The 3 mobile broadband network is the newest mobile network in the UK. It was launched at the same time as the 3G (third-generation) mobile standard and was designed specifically to offer the internet over the airwaves, both on your mobile and your laptop.

Its network covers more than 90% of the UK with speeds of up to 3.6Mb - and the ISP will be boosting speeds to up to 7.2Mb by the end of 2010 as well as increasing coverage to a massive 98%. You can visit www.Three.co.uk/Coverage to find out Three mobile broadband coverage in your area.

Broadband coverage is just as important a consideration as price when deciding on the best package for you. Both are worth investigating to ensure that you get the right mobile broadband deal. Our mobile broadband comparison tool can help you find the best mobile broadband package depending on your needs.

Three mobile broadband packages

3 offers a wide choice of mobile broadband package including a combination of pay-as-you-go and one month plans, 12, 18 and 24 month contracts and even free laptop deals.

It also has a range of different dongles and modems on offer - including a mobile wifi dongle that allows you to create your own wireless hotspot using your mobile broadband connection.

In addition to all this, 3 has some of the highest download allowances on the market with packages ranging from just 1GB to a massive 15GB a month.

What is mobile broadband?

3G mobile broadband allows you to use the 3 mobile network to get online. When you sign up for any broadband package you will get a USB modem and sim card. It is then a matter of simply plugging the modem into your PC - and you’ll be online within minutes.

This modem connects you to the 3 network and as long as you’ve got network coverage, you can get on the web.

You can find specific information about which areas are covered on the 3 website (www.Three.co.uk).

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