Vodafone have been pushing out their own devices for awhile now, and by that, we’re talking mostly custom branded devices that are actually manufactured by a third party, who most likely release the same device under a different name. None the less, Vodafone are taking things pretty seriously with their own branded devices, and we […]
Irish Note 7 users still awaiting replacement devices after battery related recall
Only days after the Galaxy Note 7 launched in Ireland were customers met with a global recall due to potential issues relating to the battery. Samsung have now reported nearly 100 devices have experienced this fatal fault where the battery has caught fired and caused the device to burst into flames. Samsung did act quickly […]
Review: Vodafone Smart Prime 7
Last year we got a look at something unexpected. A sub €100 smartphone that actually offered decent specs. While we have seen budget smartphones before, the launch of the Smart Prime 6 was pretty awesome since it gave some great performance, a decent display, and an okay camera. The most important aspect of the device was offering […]
Vodafone launching new TV service in Ireland
The service also includes the Vodafone TV anywhere app — allowing users to watch shows anywhere with a data connection. Anyone signing up for the service will also get to choose from 6 months free Netflix, Setana Sports with BT sports, or free Multiroom. Ciaran Barrett- Head of Consumer Fixed, Vodafone Ireland, “This is a significant […]
Sony Xperia Z5 Spectre Edition pre-orders go live with Vodafone Ireland
Sony has launched pre-orders for the Xperia Z5 in Ireland with Vodafone exclusively. The Spectre edition of the smartphone includes some movie extras like exclusive wallpapers, ringtones and other movie content, as well as Spectre specific packaging. The smartphone launch also includes an online promotion for the first 200 users who order the device – whom will receive a Sony SmartBand […]
Review: Vodafone Smart Ultra 6
We recently took a look at Vodafone’s sub 100 euro smartphone and were truly shocked to see such a solid device for a price that low. Vodafone quickly trampled over that with the launch of the Vodafone Smart Ultra 6. The specs include a 5.5-inch 1080p IPS display, Octa-core processor and 4G support. The most […]
Review: Vodafone Smart Prime 6
A budget smartphone isn’t anything new, but the word budget has always been attached to a limited device that cuts costs in every corner. It’s not like there haven’t been mid-range devices with decent price tags, but we must say Vodafone’s Smart Prime 6 was quite the shocker. So much so we had to get […]
Vodafone partners with Netflix to offer 6 months free Netflix on their Red Extra plans
Vodafone have just added Netflix to the current offering of a free subscription service with their Red Extra plans. The offer gives customers six months of Netflix as a free add-on to their chosen Red Extra plan. Previously the choice was either 24-months of Spotify or Sky Sports Mobile TV. The offer is available to current Netflix […]
Sony launch Xperia M2 Aqua: mid-range device with IP65/68 waterproofing
Sony have just effectively relaunched their Xperia M2 mid-range device, this time with waterproofing features along for the ride. Dubbed the Xperia M2 Aqua, the main specs for the smartphone include a 4.8-inch display with 960 x 540 resolution, a Snapdragon 400 chipset with 1.2GHz quad-core CPU, 8MP camera. Other specs include the standward Bluetooth, WiFi, GPS and […]
LTE to arrive next year in Ireland with the spectrum auction finally completed
Comreg today have announced the details of the recent auction for the 800, 900, 1800MHz bands. The 800MHz recently becoming available after the analog service was switched off. Vodafone, Meteor, O2 and Three all purchased new spectrum at the auction. The new deal will allow for the push into LTE with O2 promising begin 4G rollout by mid […]