Mobile coverage has covered the world these days, especially in developed nations such as the UK. Brits were the first to have 3G networks almost 10 years ago, but now they lag behind much of Europe and North America regarding 4G mobile UK. This is not simply a matter of getting it done, nonetheless. The troubles with the roll-out of 4G networks have brought about stopping and slowing in an effort to bring Brits up to speed.
When surveyed, most of UK citizens indicated that they sought 4G coverage, and they wanted it now. Even though it is not clear from the poll whether the people asked were aware of the issues with the technology, 82% supported the immediate generation of more 4G coverage. The reasons they cited included competing with global businesses and keeping up with the rest of the world.
4G is normally described as coverage that uses the 800Mhz and 2100Mhz frequency band. 3G networks use a separate frequency. Greater coverage at quicker speeds is likely when utilising 4G technologies at 800Mhz. The issue is that many other devices use the 800Mhz band or bands close by, and any of these devices could possibly interfere with each other.
One possible issue relates to television signal boosters. If a 4G tower goes in near someone with a television signal booster, the signal could be disrupted and that household could fail to get access to free channels. This could have an effect on between 3 and 10% of the population, which is millions of people. Filters that endeavour to impede this would be used, but they are not completely effective.
Other potentially problematic services include pay TV and digital television, as well. Indeed, as these are paid services people are free to switch to other options. However, the companies that run these services are not happy with the prospect of being obliged to make significant modifications or go out of business, so they have been strong voices against rolling out the present version of 4G.
One of the things proposed and started to be carried out was auctioning off the frequencies. Companies or businesses that sought after using a frequency could acquire the rights to do so. Nevertheless, a number of of the companies that would be impacted have been stalling the process, seemingly in a court ruling that they can use to their gain. Many of the candidates are cellular providers.
Trials are in the pipeline by a number of major UK mobile suppliers, but they do not use the frequencies that the subject of such intense debate. Certain frequencies are superior at delivering greater speeds than others, and some of these frequencies cover further distances and travel through buildings at varying efficiencies. This has caused major competition for the 'best' frequencies.
Regrettably, it appears that the UK will need to be patient for a little bit longer before 4G mobile UK is rolled out. However, it seems unlikely that nothing will happen, because the concerns that the UK needs to stay up to date with the rest of the developed world are quite real. Undoubtedly, a compromise of sorts will be reached, hopefully in the near future.
When surveyed, most of UK citizens indicated that they sought 4G coverage, and they wanted it now. Even though it is not clear from the poll whether the people asked were aware of the issues with the technology, 82% supported the immediate generation of more 4G coverage. The reasons they cited included competing with global businesses and keeping up with the rest of the world.
4G is normally described as coverage that uses the 800Mhz and 2100Mhz frequency band. 3G networks use a separate frequency. Greater coverage at quicker speeds is likely when utilising 4G technologies at 800Mhz. The issue is that many other devices use the 800Mhz band or bands close by, and any of these devices could possibly interfere with each other.
One possible issue relates to television signal boosters. If a 4G tower goes in near someone with a television signal booster, the signal could be disrupted and that household could fail to get access to free channels. This could have an effect on between 3 and 10% of the population, which is millions of people. Filters that endeavour to impede this would be used, but they are not completely effective.
Other potentially problematic services include pay TV and digital television, as well. Indeed, as these are paid services people are free to switch to other options. However, the companies that run these services are not happy with the prospect of being obliged to make significant modifications or go out of business, so they have been strong voices against rolling out the present version of 4G.
One of the things proposed and started to be carried out was auctioning off the frequencies. Companies or businesses that sought after using a frequency could acquire the rights to do so. Nevertheless, a number of of the companies that would be impacted have been stalling the process, seemingly in a court ruling that they can use to their gain. Many of the candidates are cellular providers.
Trials are in the pipeline by a number of major UK mobile suppliers, but they do not use the frequencies that the subject of such intense debate. Certain frequencies are superior at delivering greater speeds than others, and some of these frequencies cover further distances and travel through buildings at varying efficiencies. This has caused major competition for the 'best' frequencies.
Regrettably, it appears that the UK will need to be patient for a little bit longer before 4G mobile UK is rolled out. However, it seems unlikely that nothing will happen, because the concerns that the UK needs to stay up to date with the rest of the developed world are quite real. Undoubtedly, a compromise of sorts will be reached, hopefully in the near future.