Telecommunication9 Feb 2026Mast 'blockers' blamed for poor mobile signalThe industry is promising that 90% of populated areas will have 5G coverage by 2030.9 Feb 202630 Jan 2026Phone box offers lifeline for storm-hit villagersA working payphone is helping villagers left without internet access to make contact with the outside world.30 Jan 20262 Dec 2025India tells smartphone makers to put state-run cyber safety app on new devicesIndia wants all smartphone makers to pre-install new devices with a state-owned cyber security app.2 Dec 202522 Oct 2025Free email accounts moved to subscription modelManx Telecom transfers its Manx.net service to a specialist provider with fees payable from January.22 Oct 202517 Oct 2025Network providers called on to improve phone signalCouncils want action and the local MP say good signal is no longer just "nice to have", but vital.17 Oct 20257 Aug 2025Support for vulnerable users in copper switch-off Manx Telecom launches a scheme to help those who use lift lines, personal alarms and carephones.7 Aug 202527 Jul 2025Cable damage disrupts internet services in Orkney and ShetlandShetland Telecom says the Shefa-2 cable between Orkney and Banff sustained damage at about 03:0027 Jul 202515 Jul 2025Yellow phone box removal gets mixed receptionSome say they're an iconic part of the island's heritage, while others say it's time to update.15 Jul 20253 Jul 2025'£54k to rent five phones is killing my business'A BBC investigation uncovers the crippling costs of telecoms services faced by small firms.3 Jul 2025...
