UK wireless regulator Ofcom has announced their single largest release of spectrum to date, the 2010-2025MHz and 2500-2690MHz bands (known as 2.6 GHz), which it claims are ideal for "high-speed, high-capacity mobile data connections enabling the delivery of advanced mobile services using technologies such as WiMAX or evolutions of 3G technology."  Unlike the FCC's recent 700MHz auction, Ofcom will be ... continued »

With the latest Ofcom news, I find myself wishing that the UK mobile phone regulators could tackle petrol prices in their spare time; they've taken the UK networks to task over SMS message and data charges when users are roaming in Western Europe.  Last year EU regulations were pushed through that limited the carriers from charging more than £0.38/minute ($0.76) for ... continued »