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New partnership brings Spotify to 3 Mobile
Posted: 20 October 2009
One operator announced details of how it will bring a popular music streaming service to its customers.
According to 3 Mobile, the Google Android-powered HTC Hero will be launched on its network next month on a tariff of £35 per month.
For this, subscribers not only get 750 cross-network minutes and unlimited texts, email, browsing, Facebook and Skype, but also full access to the Spotify Premium.
The group explained that this means shoppers can now obtain all the tunes they like on a handset that has won a number of different awards.
Charlotte Blanchard, director of products and services at 3 Mobile, said: "We've built [Spotify] into an attractive, well-priced package ...
3 wins mobile broadband gong
Posted: 12 October 2009
3 has beaten off competition from the likes of T Mobile and Vodafone to win the title of Best Mobile Broadband Package provider at a recent awards ceremony.
The Mobile Choice Consumer Awards 2009 saw the network take home the gong, a year after its mobile broadband offering won the Tariff Deal of the Year prize.
Comments from the judges focussed on the data bundle included for customers' cash - a "mighty 15 gigabytes".
"Featuring an additional 100 free texts per month, this two-year deal from 3 costs just £25 … and makes 3 the clear winner," they remarked.
Marc Allera is sales and marketing director for the company and said there were smiles all ro ...
2 mobile Wi-Fi tariffs from 3
Posted: 7 October 2009
Mobile phone network 3 has unveiled two brand new Wi-Fi tariffs its customers can take advantage of.
Both last for 18 months and could be ideal for those who want to switch from their existing price plan to a more competitive deal.
The first is £12 per month and covers one gigabyte of data. With this agreement, the wireless modem comes free of charge.
It follows the current deal involving a monthly fee of £10 for one gigabyte - however, this tariff requires the user to pay a one-off fee of £39.99. This will still be available in 3 stores.
Those who want a bigger data package could opt for the £17 per month/five gigabyte contract.
Again, this comes ...
Tweet-friendly announcement from 3 Mobile
Posted: 6 October 2009
Those who like to communicate through social networking and micro-blogging may welcome the latest news from 3 Mobile.
It was announced this week that the carrier will not only equip its latest catalogue addition with a Facebook-focused application, but will also include network-exclusive Twitter software.
The phone set to benefit from this technology will be the Sony Ericsson T715, which also boasts a 3.2-megapixel camera and photo light option that makes snaps "perfect … no matter the lighting conditions".
In addition to the combined "communication power" of the new applications, 3 Mobile also said the "attractive slider" comes with "high qual ...
'Teen-friendly' handset launched by 3 Mobile
Posted: 28 September 2009
A new handset to be launched on the 3 Mobile network has been put to the test by one expert.
In a piece for Trusted Reviews this week, Edward Chester looked at the INQ Mini 3G and noted it could be an ideal purchase for parents wanting to buy their teens a handset to keep in touch.
Following on from its predecessor the INQ1, it was noted the carrier has once more brought a device that features social networking as central to its focus - with applications for Skype, Facebook and Twitter all highlighted.
However, it was noted the quality of the feature set may put some people off, while for others the mobile could be an ideal solution.
"If you … just want to make sure y ...
3 'hoping for Spotify deal'
Posted: 6 August 2009
3 Mobile is hoping to secure a distribution deal for Spotify, it has been claimed.
New Media Age reported this week the network is in talks with the internet music service and a range of options are being considered for the application to be included on handsets.
However, it is believed only premium subscribers of Spotify will be able to access it on their mobile phones but any kind of deal would be "valuable" to 3 Mobile, the publication relayed.
"Conversations are taking place and we're hopeful," explained a source reportedly close to the situation.
It was also said Spotify's submission for an Apple iPhone 3G app was rejected because it could "canniba ...
INQ adds two new "social mobiles" to its range
Posted: 4 August 2009
Two new handsets have been announced that aim to take full advantage of one of the most popular social networking facilities on the web.
INQ Mobile unveiled its latest devices this week that provide fast access to online micro blogging site Twitter, as well as synchronisation with Apple's iTunes music software.
The first of these "social mobiles" is the INQ Chat 3G - which is equipped with a full qwerty keyboard to make messaging easier - while its sibling model, the INQ Mini 3G, is designed for the "price-sensitive prepay market".
Both offer support not only for Twitter, but also Facebook, Skype, email and instant messaging, as well as plug and play HSDPA connectivi ...
Sky TV offer announced by 3 Mobile
Posted: 8 July 2009
The 3 Mobile network has announced it will offer exclusive television access to customers who sign up to one of its latest flagship phones.
It was announced this week the carrier has entered into a deal with Sky Mobile TV that will allow Sony Ericsson W995 users the ability to watch content on its channels.
Normally costing £5 per month on a subscription basis, 3 Mobile is offering buyers of the new Walkman multi-media gadget the initial three months of the service for free.
"Sports fans can watch ball-by-ball coverage of major sports events live, as well as all forthcoming coverage on Sky Sports 1, 2, 3 and Xtra - and Sky Sports News," it explained.
Earlier ...
'Cheapest roaming' from 3 Mobile
Posted: 30 June 2009
Consumers looking for the lowest-priced European roaming charges may be interested in a new announcement from 3 Mobile.
The network said this week that it is now the cheapest UK operator for data provision in the EU having launched a new mobile broadband and calling tariff for its customers.
From June 30th, 3 Mobile will allow handset and dongle users the opportunity to enjoy access to its online services at £1.25 per MB and make calls to and from the UK and EU for 34p per minute.
The new text messaging prices will be set at 11p, while calls received when abroad will be charged at 15p - however, receiving SMS' will remain without charge.
"Whether you're headed for the ...
Nokia N97 comes to 3 Mobile with Skype
Posted: 29 June 2009
The new Nokia N97 is coming to 3 Mobile and the network has now announced one more reason it believes consumers may be tempted by it.
Announced last December at an event in Barcelona, the manufacturer said the phone was "a true mobile computer" and the UK carrier has revealed it will also now boast access to Skype calling.
This means buyers who sign up with the carrier will be able to enjoy free calls on the service when ringing another Skype user and also get access to the provider's instant messaging option.
It was noted: "The phone will be available on contract from £35 a month, with voicemail and 300 minutes/texts. Internet can be added for £5 a month. Or ...
