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2026
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EE BECOMES FIRST MAJOR UK PROVIDER TO OFFER 8GBPS SPEEDS ON ADVANCED FULL FIBRE BROADBAND USING XGS-PON TECHNOLOGY

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  • EE has launched all-new Advanced Full Fibre broadband, offering download speeds of 2.3Gbps and 8Gbps, on next-generation XGS-PON technology
  • The service delivers broadband speeds up to 222 times faster than standard superfast fibre, and a rock-solid connection with capacity to connect up to 190 of the latest devices simultaneously.
  • EE’s Advanced Full Fibre has launched in Guildford, Woking and surrounding areas, with availability set to expand further as Openreach continues its national XGS-PON rollout

EE, the UK's fastest-growing broadband provider, today launched Advanced Full Fibre broadband in Guildford, Woking and surrounding areas, becoming the first major UK provider to offer broadband speeds of up to 8Gbps on next-generation XGS-PON technology.

Following a successful customer trial earlier this year, EE's Advanced Full Fibre is now available for customers in eligible postcodes. With download speeds of 2.3Gbps and 8Gbps available from launch, the service is designed to support increasingly connected households both today and in the future. EE’s Advanced Full Fibre 2.3Gbps plan is available from £54.99 per month, and the 8Gbps plan is available from £74.99 per month.

Built on next-generation XGS-PON technology delivered over the Openreach network, Advanced Full Fibre delivers rock-solid reliability and speeds up to 222 times faster than standard superfast fibre broadband. Designed for the demands of modern households, Advanced Full Fibre supports bandwidth-intensive activities such as 4K and 8K streaming, online gaming, remote working, video conferencing and smart home technology. Its ultra-fast upload and download capabilities also make it ideal for customers who regularly upload large files, create content, back up data to the cloud or rely on seamless video collaboration. With the capacity to support up to 190 of the latest connected devices simultaneously without any drop in performance, Advanced Full Fibre is built not only for the demands of modern households today, but for the connected experiences of tomorrow.

Luciano Oliveira, Director of Product, Home and TV, EE said “Today marks a major milestone for EE as we become the first major UK provider to offer broadband speeds of up to 8Gbps on next-generation XGS-PON technology. As homes become more connected and customers place greater demands on their broadband, we're investing in the technologies that will power the next generation of digital experiences. Advanced Full Fibre combines exceptional speed, reliability and capacity, giving customers the confidence to do more online today while being ready for whatever comes next. We're delighted that households in Guildford, Woking and the surrounding areas are the first to benefit, and we look forward to bringing this capability to more homes across the UK.”

Eligible customers can sign up at ee.co.uk/broadband/advanced-full-fibre

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EE is the UK’s best network, offering superfast mobile and broadband connection to millions across the UK. With an ambition to be the country’s most trusted connector of people, EE’s network and services keep consumers connected and entertained.

EE’s 4G, 5G and 5GSA speeds cover more than 90% of the UK, while EE’s super reliable broadband is available at more than 99% of UK premises, with guaranteed speeds to keep people streaming, gaming, watching TV and connecting to the things that matter most.

EE’s mobile network continues to receive extensive recognition including UK's best overall network by RootMetrics® every year since 2014, as well as being named Best Network for Consumers at the Mobile Industry Awards for the last four years since 2022.

EE is committed to offering first class service in the industry and has nearly 400 stores across the UK. In 2023, EE launched its new experiential retail strategy opening its flagship EE Studio and Experience stores nationwide. The innovative approach to retail in the telco industry has seen EE receive multiple awards of recognition including Retailer of the Year at the Mobile Industry Awards in 2024 and 2025, and Best New Store for the EE Studio at the Retail Week Awards in 2024.

EE remains the only mobile provider to answer 100% of customer calls in the UK and Ireland and was recognised for putting people and culture at the heart of the company at the Cnect Wales Awards in 2025.

EE is part of BT Group's Consumer business unit which provides products and services to all of BT’s consumer customers in the UK.

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