EE launches 5G in Solihull
EE has announced it has switched on 5G in Solihull with customers in the area now able to receive the latest mobile network technology.
EE was the first to launch 5G in the UK when six cities were switched on in May, including Birmingham. Since then it has been building its network on a daily basis.
Marc Allera, CEO of BT’s consumer division, said: “Switching on 5G in more places is helping us deliver the best mobile experience to our customers, keeping them connected to the things that matter most.
“RootMetrics’ early 5G testing shows that we are a long way ahead in terms of 5G performance, and our engineers are continuing to build new sites every day, on our journey to keeping our customers connected 100% of the time.”
Wendy Sycamore, BT group regional lead for the Midlands, said: “It’s great to see Solihull amongst the first locations in the UK to welcome 5G. The new technology will enable a faster, more reliable mobile connection for both consumers and businesses in the area and is set to play a pivotal role in our lives.”
Paul Faulkner, chief executive of Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce (GBCC), said: “We really welcome the continued rollout of 5G, and are particularly pleased that Solihull is one of the first towns to benefit from this technology.
“Solihull has its own Chamber of Commerce, which is part of the GBCC group, and is an area made up of hundreds of industry and world-leading organisations which will prosper from the rollout of the network.
“As more cities and towns across the West Midlands shift to 5G, all kinds of businesses will operate with enhanced productivity, connectivity, efficiency and output as a result. The Chamber views 5G as a great asset for businesses, and we’re looking forward to seeing businesses reap the benefits of this game-changing technology.”
