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Vodafone turbocharges broadband with record speeds, a new Wi-Fi 7 router, and affordable social tariff

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Vodafone has announced two massive upgrades to its broadband packages. First up, if you're looking for an affordable broadband plan without being tied down by cumbersome cables or lengthy contracts, Vodafone is launching its first social tariff on its nationwide 5G network. Starting from £11 per month with no upfront cost, Vodafone taps into the superfast speed of its 5G network, which is now merged with Three . The Wi-Fi router will beam wireless internet throughout your home, with no cables needed. Inside this device will be a SIM card exactly like the one inside your phone, unlocking the same download speeds. And those speeds will be comparable to broadband connections via a full-fibre cable, Vodafone says. Vodafone first launched the ability to tap into its 5G mobile network back in May 2026, and it now reaches over 28 million homes nationwide. That's more coverage than any other provider in the UK, it told us. With the launch of 5G Broadband Essentials, Vodafone is the only UK pro