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Why is Tube signal so new?

For decades, providing mobile signal on the London Underground was a complex engineering challenge due to the tunnels and stations' depth and construction. Older technology struggled to penetrate, and the constant movement of trains made maintaining a connection difficult. Recent advancements in wireless technology and infrastructure have finally made widespread coverage feasible, as seen in the current rollout.

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