Vodafone opens its 4G network to new customers – today

We’ve tested the 4G Vodafone network, and it is mighty impressive.  However it’s only been available to people already on the Vodafone network and with a compatible handset.  Today, if you’re in the market to upgrade to a 4G handset or switch carriers – Vodafone is open for business.

Welcoming new customers to the network is something Vodafone retail staff have been wanting for and waiting for over many months.  The promise of a world-class 4G network has kept them waiting with bated breath.  Now it’s real

With real-world speeds of 100mbps downloads and 30 or more uploads, the network is fast.  Yep, the more people on it, the more it will reduce – but there is a lot of room to move on the Vodafone network so I don’t anticipate a huge drop off in speed.

Coverage of course depends on your area and you can check that with Vodafone’s website – I was able to get 90mbps speeds out in Sydney’s west at Blacktown so this is by no means an inner-city snob network.

Treat yourself to 4G, you now officially have the choice of three carriers.