21 December 2005

The demand for broadband has escalated in the run up to Christmas as people prepare for the receipt of their technological gifts.

The top three presents on the nations Christmas gift list: Apple iPod Nano; Sony PSP and the Slimline Playstation 2, all require broadband to be used at their full capacity.

Price comparison website uSwitch reports that as many as 60,000 people have been signing up each week to make sure that they can unlock the full potential of their Christmas gifts.

uSwitch also draws attention to the fact that many consumers who have existing 1Mb broadband connection will be paying too much. It states that someone who signed a contract 12 months ago will be paying about £30.

The technologically advanced presents many people will be giving and receiving demand the greater 2Mb package which can now be purchased for as little as £14.99 a month.

Jon Miller, director at uSwitch.com comments: "The broadband market has moved on, and packages are now available at nearly half the price. Customers could save up to £180 a year by switching - the cost of a Sony PSP.

"The explosion in broadband is set to continue in 2006, and customers will need at least 2Mbps to keep up with developments. It is therefore worth reviewing packages every three months, and we would recommend checking out suppliers who do not tie customers to fixed-term contracts."

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