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How to ensure your phone is ready for the 3G switch off

We've phased out our 3G network in most areas around the UK. Please check your settings are correctly enabled to be able to connect to our network. Here’s how to check you have the right settings for 4G data and 4G Calling (VoLTE) connectivity;   1. ...

JonathanB by Community Moderator
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4G Calling Abroad

Whether it’s for that just in case of emergency call, or so you can give your family and friends back home a moment by moment playback of your time away, staying connected whilst abroad is really important. Many networks around the world are already ...

JonathanB by Community Moderator
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Wifi

the best thing I have from three is my WiFi no landline needed you can take it with you when you go away just can't wait till we get 5g coverage where I am

How do I switch to 3G only on iPhone 13?

4G is extremely congested near me (<0.3 Mb/s download) and no 5G. Customer services told me to switch to 3G (under Settings > Mobile data > Mobile data options) as it should work better but the only options I get are: 5G On, 5G Auto and 4G. Does anyo...

Can't send texts

For some reason I cannot send text messages today, it just says "couldn't send"

Jayman77 by Fledgling
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Net work

I’ve just moved over to 3 from virgin media and the package I’ve been given is unbelievable value for money. I can’t believe how much virgin was ripping me off. Plus the transition moving my old phone number over by the colleague at the call centre w...

Anniem by Fledgling
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Network Coverage

Will u ever be upgrading the network coverage in PO8 ***  I'm fed up of always having weak and fluctuating network coverage in PO8 ***  U say u are investing so much money into network upgrades but when will we ever see the benefits? Kind regards  De...

Device & network

I’ve been with 3 for a few weeks now as they accepted my contract for iPhone 11 which I love muchly. I have had no issues with 3 whatsoever & I would highly recommend their services

5G roaming

Do Three have roaming partners offering 5G ?  As I recall some years back, roaming was included but mostly connecting with 3G ( even where 4G/LTE was available ) Is there plans to enable 5G when roaming ( where 5G is available )Thanks 

Out at sea?

Hi,Do Three offer any ‘add-ons’ for ‘Marine’ ( e.g. network connection at sea - while on a cruses ) ?I am aware if ‘on-ship’ WI-FI - and this is the preferred connection - however; if the ship has a ‘cellular’ connection - is this charged as ‘Interna...

Can we have better updates please?

So I received  message on the 21st June:-"Hello, we're planning work in (postcode redacted) this week. We’re sorry if you experience any network disruption, we really hope you won’t. We expect to finish by 27/06/22. Get updates here 3.uk/p1"Data serv...

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