T-Mobile launches shared mobile broadband networks

T-Mobile has launched a docking station that will allow users to share their mobile broadband connection with anyone nearby.

The Mobile Broadband Share Dock, which was originally unveiled in October, is now available in the shops. The Share Dock enables several users at once to share a mobile broadband connection. The device is exclusive to T-Mobile and is available free to customers who sign up to a £20 a month 18 month mobile broadband contract.

The Share Dock could make an ideal back-up system for small businesses which rely on an unstable consumer level broadband connection. Much like an ordinary Wi-Fi router, the dock allows users to plug in a normal mobile broadband USB dongle, and uses password protection to prevent unauthorised access to the mobile broadband network from others who are in range.

Richard Warmsley, head of internet and entertainment at T-Mobile UK said, “Mobile broadband has experienced huge growth across the market.

“As its popularity grows, we engage with our customers to continually improve and provide them with exactly the service they want. One of the key insights that came back from users was the desire to share the connection with friends and relatives. The Share Dock makes this a reality in a straight forward and simple way,” he added.

T-Mobile recommends that no more than three people use the Share Dock at one time because of limited bandwidth access over a shared mobile broadband network. A 3GB download limit and fair usage policy apply.

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