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Whether you’re looking to switch broadband providers, find the best TV and broadband bundles, or understand the latest technologies like full fibre broadband, Wi-Fi boosters, or smart routers, we’ve got you covered.
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Community Fibre’s Affordable Full Fibre Broadband for Londoners
July 11, 2025
In a city as digitally advanced as London, fast broadband is no longer a luxury—it’s essential. Yet, many households still face barriers to access due to cost, infrastructure gaps, or digital literacy. Community Fibre is addressing this issue head-on by combining high-speed technology with affordability and inclusion. The provider operates its own full fibre broadband
Virgin Media Gig1 vs Gig2 – Speed, Features and Pricing Compared
July 9, 2025
Virgin Media has long been a major broadband provider in the UK’s broadband market, particularly when it comes to high-speed residential connectivity. In 2020, the company introduced its Gig1 broadband service, offering download speeds exceeding 1 Gbps using its existing DOCSIS 3.1 cable network. In 2024, Virgin Media took things further by launching Gig2, its
Best broadband deals in June 2025
May 3, 2025
Finding the best broadband deal in the UK isn’t just about choosing the cheapest plan — it’s about getting the right speed, reliability, and value for your needs. With more people working from home, streaming in 4K, gaming online, and relying on stable connections for everyday tasks, broadband has become a critical utility in 2025.
Top broadband alternatives to BT and Virgin Media in 2025
April 22, 2025
Top broadband alternatives to BT and Virgin Media in 2025 BT and Virgin Media are the most widely available broadband providers in the UK. BT operates over the Openreach network, which is also used by many other ISPs. Virgin Media runs its own cable network and is gradually upgrading to full fibre under the Nexfibre
Best and Worst Broadband Routers in 2025
April 9, 2025
Choosing the right broadband provider isn’t just about speed or price—it’s also about the quality of the router included. This guide compares the latest routers offered by UK broadband providers as of April 2025, highlighting which ones deliver top performance and which still rely on outdated or basic equipment. Providers Who Offer the Best Routers
Low Latency Broadband: What Is It and Who Offers It
April 9, 2025
Low latency broadband means your internet connection responds quickly when you do something online—whether it’s clicking a link, joining a video call, or playing a game. It’s not just about speed (how fast data downloads), but how fast your connection reacts. The lower the latency (measured in milliseconds), the more instant everything feels. Latency simply
Comparing Now Broadband with Other Providers
April 8, 2025
In this guide, we compare Now Broadband with similar low-cost providers like Plusnet, TalkTalk, and Vodafone. We’ve compared all of Now Broadband’s features – from speed, reliability and customer service to pricing and data limits – so you can decide which provider is best for your needs. Download speed, upload speed and usage limit When
Vodafone GigaCube 4G and 5G
April 8, 2025
Vodafone GigaCube is a WiFi router that provides high speed internet access by connecting devices to 4G / 5G mobile networks of Vodafone. Vodafone offers two GigaCube mobile broadband plans which come with different wireless routers though. Vodafone Gigacube 4G (Huawei B818-263) supports 4G LTE whereas Vodafone Gigacube 5G (Huawei 5G CPE Pro) supports 5G
Three offers ZTE 5G Hub
April 8, 2025
The UK’s leading mobile network Three now offers ZTE 5G Hub alongside the existing 4G Hub and 4G Plus Hub. The new Hub supports 5G network and the latest 802.11ax (WiFi 6) WiFi standard. According to Three, ZTE 5G Hub is designed for 3.8Gbps download speeds (theoretical). However, the actual user speeds will vary depending
Sky Sports and BT Sport – What is included?
April 8, 2025
Sky Sports and BT Sport are the well-known sport packages that offer a wide range of TV channels that cover various sports, premiership games and live events. In this guide, let’s check what sports contents are available in each package and how do they compare. What deals are available and which is the best one