3 was launched on 03/03/2003. The UK’s first 3G network to enable faster speeds internet usage on a Smartphone or Mobile Broadband for tablet, laptop or computer. 3 covers more than 97% of the UK population for calls, texts and internet. 3G gives you faster speeds and a better experience when calling, texting and browsing the internet on your Smartphone than using a Mobile Broadband dongle. A 3G enabled Smartphone can also use both 3G and 2G networks to provide a better signal, while a 2G phone can only connect to the 2G network. This means that with the 3 3G network, you get the best of both world’s.
3 has been rated No.1 network for Smartphones, rated best for speeds and getting connected. No.1 network for mobile internet connectivity, speed and reliability by iPhone users.
2G networks were designed for calls, texts and very basic internet use. But 3G or third generation network is designed for using the internet on your Smartphone and getting Mobile Broadband.
3G gives you faster speeds and a better experience when calling, texting and browsing the internet on your phone or when using your Mobile Broadband dongle. A 3G enabled Smartphone can also use both 3G and 2G networks to provide a better signal, while a 2G phone can only connect to the 2G network. This means that with the 3 3G network, you get the best of both world’s.
