A new survey has singled out one internet service provider as the best in the country for providing access to mobile broadband - in news that could prompt some consumers to consider a switch.

This week it was revealed YouGov's Dongle Tracker survey had awarded Orange the top spot for portable web facilities, with consumers voting for the company across nine categories.

According to the network - which offers a range of mobile broadband options as well as Wi-Fi compatible handsets like the HTC Hero and Apple iPhone 3G - overall quality and value for money were two of the main areas the research showed it had excelled in.

The firm also came out on top with consumers asked which carrier they felt was able to give the best coverage, while it was also noted the accolade of being the best quality mobile internet firm was something it could now claim to have achieved for a second consecutive year.

"Ease of use, staying connected and overall network coverage" were three of the other 15 categories Orange pointed out it beat its rivals in - and with a number of netbook and laptop deals, it was advised the group could now offer even more to its UK clients.

Asif Aziz, director of broadband and home, said: "Being rated as top for our mobile network operator performance is a real honour and fantastic achievement."

He added that the firm was "committed to delivering a consistent and high quality user experience".

Last week, Orange became the second operator in the UK to offer the Apple iPhone 3G, ending O2's previous exclusivity deal.

Categories: Wireless Broadband, Orange

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