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jcwhite_uk
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Network operator O2's data network has experienced an outage across the UK.
Internet and multimedia message services have been disrupted for all of the firm's customers who are on monthly contracts.
O2 is not disclosing the cause of the outage but says that its engineers are aware of the cause of the problem and are working to correct it.
The network holds an exclusive contract for the Apple iPhone, which drives much of its data network traffic.
It will also be the exclusive outlet for the Palm Pre, widely touted as the next credible threat to iPhone's stranglehold on the smartphone market, which will create an additional large load of data network traffic .
O2 said that Blackberry handsets are not affected by the outage.
The BBC has received messages indicating mixed network availability in regions across the UK, with reported problems also on O2's Pay & Go tariffs while several respondents reported no problems at all.
O2 was unable to say when the problem would be fixed.
I can confirm it does not affect Blackberrys as that is how this was posted.
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masseur
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I noticed the problem when I left work around 4 (at work I can connect to the office wifi)
very frustrating not having internet access on the trip home
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jcwhite_uk
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On 2009-07-21 20:56:21, masseur wrote:
I noticed the problem when I left work around 4 (at work I can connect to the office wifi)
very frustrating not having internet access on the trip home
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Should have got a Blackberry.
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masseur
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On 2009-07-21 20:57:00, jcwhite_uk wrote:
Should have got a Blackberry.
lol, but no... I think I can live with an occassional outage rather than going to extreme and giving up the iphone!
in any case, I still have an N5800 with a tmob sim for such emergencies
edit: btw, the data is working now
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Bonovox
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O2 going into overload i say
Phone?? What phone?? |
weirdwilli
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Is there any opportunity of cancelling my contract with this?  |
Bonovox
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Thats pushing it lol.
Phone?? What phone?? |
weirdwilli
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I want rid of it so I can move onto a cheaper tarrif, only been on it for 3 months though  |
Bonovox
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Well perhaps a case for cancelling if they fail to provide service anytime soon. If it drags out and normal service is not resumed call them.
Phone?? What phone?? |
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Posted: 2009-07-21 20:54
