Smart meters to cost the UK billions: 2G switch-off means replacing 12-13 million

First reported by The Register at Tue 6:38 AM · 2 outlets in all

1. TechRadar3hUK smart meter replacement cost could reach £4 billion due to network upgradesThe UK's smart meters might not have been such a smart idea after all, as many of them will soon need replacing.
2. The Register27hSmart meters to cost the UK billions: 2G switch-off means replacing 12-13 millionSunset of legacy cellphone tech means forced upgrade for many millions of smart energy meter users