O2, the renowned UK mobile network now under Virgin Media, is generously offering its customers an extra 10GB of mobile data this December at no extra charge. This bonus data boost aims to provide users with more flexibility and connectivity during the holiday season, a time when many people are on the move.
The complimentary 10GB will be automatically added to eligible users’ monthly data allowances, visible in their accounts and the MyO2 app sometime within the month. Customers can easily check their settings to confirm the addition of this freebie.
The additional data comes with no usage restrictions, allowing customers to enjoy activities like streaming movies, sharing photos, or engaging in video calls on platforms such as FaceTime. O2 emphasizes that this giveaway is a token of appreciation for being part of the network.
The offer is applicable to all Pay Monthly customers, excluding those already on Unlimited plans or business tariffs. Standard monthly plan users without unlimited data can expect to receive their festive freebie soon.
Christian Hindennach, Chief Commercial Officer at Virgin Media O2, expressed, “This time of year is all about feeling close to the people who matter most, and we want to make that easier than ever. With this 10GB data boost, our customers can enjoy streaming festive films, gaming, or video calling friends and family they can’t be with. It’s our way of spreading a little extra cheer and saying thank you for being on O2.”
According to O2, the extra data could translate to approximately 20 hours of video calls, 2,000 streamed songs, or about four and a half hours of HD Netflix or Disney+ viewing.
This initiative follows the release of Ofcom’s latest Connected Nations report, revealing that UK smartphone users consumed 10% more mobile data in 2025 than in 2024, totaling a massive 1.2 billion GB per month. This data consumption is roughly equivalent to streaming 400 million HD football matches, catering to varying preferences and interests.
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