Frustration Grows in Ryggesbo Over Deteriorating Mobile Network Coverage
Residents in Ryggesbo are upset over deteriorating mobile coverage post-3G antenna removal by Telia.
Key Points
- • Mobile coverage has worsened after Telia dismantled 3G antennas.
- • Residents report poor call quality, with one likening it to 'Kalle Anka' speaking.
- • Telia had promised better 4G and 5G coverage by Q1 2025, which has not occurred.
- • Telia will not invest further in Ryggesbo, suggesting residents explore alternatives.
Residents of Ryggesbo are expressing growing frustration over the worsening mobile network coverage following the removal of Telia's 3G antennas. Reports indicate that call quality has plummeted, with one local resident, Stefan Johansson, comparing the clarity of conversations to that of 'Kalle Anka' (Donald Duck) due to choppy connections.
In January, Telia promised improvements in 4G and 5G services, which were expected to be implemented by the end of the first quarter of 2025. However, as of mid-May, the situation appears to have regressed rather than improved. Residents cite additional issues caused by newly obstructed signals from foliage, which was not a problem during the winter months. Though Telia has actively promoted their mobile services as robust, they have confirmed that they will not be making further investments in the area, advising residents to consider alternative providers if they are unsatisfied with the service.
William Fröding, a press officer for Telia, acknowledged the service difficulties and commented, "If the service does not meet expectations, residents might need to explore alternative options in the market." This development has left many, including Johansson, disillusioned with the company's commitment to maintaining service quality in Ryggesbo, raising concerns about access to reliable communication for the community.