[Ben]

Check your networks coverage using one of the links below:

O2
Orange
Vodafone
T-Mobile (& Virgin)
Three

These computer generated predictions should give you a pretty good idea of what's going on in your area. Remember - never buy a 3G handset if 3G coverage is essential to you by going off a computer generated map alone. Calling Customer Services should help you find out whether there are actually any masts close to you, and, if possible, you should ask to take a phone on trial for a few days. You can also use Sitefinder to pinpoint your nearest masts, but again it's not a guarantee.

3G handset trials are currently available in Orange shops, and may be available in other mobile phone stores - just ask.