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O2
A network operator: it runs its own network, in United Kingdom.
About O2
O2 is a telecommunications brand owned by Telefónica and listed as an operator in the United Kingdom. The brand was created by British Telecom in 2001 ahead of the demerger of its global BT Wireless division as mmO2 plc, later O2 plc. Its name has also been used for subsidiaries in Germany and for former subsidiaries in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Since 2018, O2 has served as an online-only flanker brand in Spain. The official O2 website is o2.co.uk. These details place the entry in the UK while showing that the brand has been used in several national markets under different arrangements. The available facts do not set out O2’s current plans, prices, network coverage, or specific services, so readers should consult the official site for those details.
Who it suits
O2 is relevant to readers looking for a telecommunications operator in the United Kingdom. Its brand history may also matter to readers interested in Telefónica’s other markets.
Verdict
O2 is a Telefónica-owned UK operator brand with a history spanning several markets. The information here does not describe current plans or network specifics.
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