Mobile firms offer broadband alternative

CONSUMERS could save themselves hundreds of euro a year by avoiding traditional broadband companies and opting for new services provided by mobile phone firms.

Vodafone, 3 and 02 now offer broadband services through mini-sized mobile modems from €15.99 to €39.99 a month.

Instead of being tied to a traditional Eircom or BT Ireland landline broadband, consumers can use the same mobile modem at home, in the office and outdoors.