EE launches 4G in 14 new destinations
Commenting on the news that EE customers can now benefit from 4G speeds in 14 new destinations, Rob Kerr, mobiles expert at Uswitch.com comments: “The 4G battle has well and truly taken off – not just here in the UK, but also when you go abroad. EE adding 14 countries to its portfolio of destinations where you can enjoy 4G roaming is good news for those who need superfast internet wherever they are, be it at home or abroad.
“However, EE’s 500MB for £25 may sound generous but this amount of data is up the spout in no time if you’re on superfast mobile broadband abroad. Our research shows that customers still worry about maxing out their monthly data allowances and many of us now know that faster browsing and streaming mean it’s very easy to burn through data on 4G. An allowance of 500MB – whilst a decent amount for an entry-level mobile user – might mean some need to switch to heftier tariffs as they reach their limits.
“4G roaming speeds are all well and good, but you really need to ask yourself what’s more important to you – cheaper roaming or faster roaming? Now that roaming charges within the EU have come down and consumers are better protected, it would be a shame to still get hit by bill shock because we’re tempted by premium offers such as 4G roaming.
“It will be a much fairer playing field at the end of 2015 with data roaming charges being scrapped within the EU. So roll on next year, where there is a hope that 4G abroad will be better than free 3G.”
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