Virgin Mobile: Are they a mobile phone network?
In November 1999 Branson launched a new “network”, which in fact is a joint venture with T-Mobile, so you get the exact same coverage and capacity as a T-Mobile customer does. Virgin sell their own-branded phones, through their website, call centre, Virgin and Our Price stores. To “cut out the middle man” Virgin only sell them direct, so don’t expect your friendly independent dealer to have any! (Though it is worth saying that most good local specialist dealers will be able to explain the pros and cons of the Virgin service compared with others). You will find the Virgin mobile stand next to the cash desk in their record shops. As with any mobile phone deal, potential customers should think carefully about what their usage pattern is likely to be, if you suit the Virgin call charges it may be ideal – but for many customers Virgin will prove to be much more expensive (for example, if most of your calls are to non-Virgin Mobile phones). Look before you leap! More info: Virgin Mobile Q2.9
