Press Release | 08 Dec 2022

Vodafone opens the Ultra Connected Christmas House powered by Pro II broadband, the UK’s fastest WiFi technology throughout the home

Enjoy Christmas cocktails and festive workshops led by influencers.

Date: Friday 16 December
Timing: 10am – 7pm
Venue: 180 The Strand, London
Price: Free entry and influencer-led sessions
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With Christmas just around the corner, Vodafone is tech-ing the halls of 180 The Strand to offer the ultimate connected Christmas experience powered by Pro II broadband, the UK’s fastest WiFi technology throughout the home.

For one day only, you can put Vodafone’s Pro II broadband through its paces and enjoy a day of festive fun hosted by leading influencers. Featuring expert gaming pros, foodie fanatics and beauty gurus, Vodafone’s Ultra Connected Christmas House, powered by Pro II, will offer a selection of festive tips and experiences for a smooth, stress-free Christmas in all corners of the home.

Vodafone launches Pro II - the UK’s fastest WiFi technology throughout the home

The new Ultra Hub and Super WiFi booster use the latest WiFi 6E technology - the first from any major broadband provider in the UK - which can deliver WiFi to more than 150 devices.

There will be a series of workshops for everyone to enjoy, including Christmas cocktail classes, gaming challenges, wreath making and even hacks for speedy party looks. Bookable experiences include:

‘Quickmas’ Kitchen

In the connected kitchen hub, you’ll find a master mixologist making Christmas cocktails, with interactive recipes for speedy seasonal sips and smart speakers creating ambience with festive songs.

Gaming Den

Join a festive gaming battle led by pro gamers and go head-to-head in speed challenges from scoring the fastest goal to completing the fastest lap.

Dining Room

Learn how to wrap presents like a pro with our crafting expert and hear about top tips for turning your home into a winter wonderland with our 25-minute wreath making workshop.

Groom Room

Create the perfect speedy party look with a make-up pro, or indulge in a festive manicure.

Vodafone’s Ultra Connected Christmas House, powered by Pro II, will open its doors in London on Friday 16 December. Vodafone’s Pro II broadband guarantees no slow zones throughout the home for up to 150 devices, making it easier to keep everyone connected.

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About Vodafone UK

Vodafone UK is a technology communications company that connects people, businesses and devices to help our customers benefit from digital innovation. Our services span mobile, fixed-line connections, home and office broadband, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

We have a strong track record as a tech pioneer, making the UK’s first mobile phone call, sending the first text message, and making the UK’s first live holographic call using 5G in 2018. We were the first to start carrying live 5G traffic from a site in Salford, Greater Manchester and now have 5G in locations across Germany, Ireland, Italy, Spain as well as the UK. Meanwhile, our 4G network coverage currently reaches over 99% of the UK population.

Today, Vodafone serves more than 18 million mobile and fixed-line customers in the UK. Vodafone is the largest provider of full fibre in the UK – our superfast broadband services are now available to nearly 12 million homes across the UK.

Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do: as of 1 July 2021, 100% of the grid electricity we use in the UK is certified to be from renewable sources.

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