[LINK] Telstra turning of 3g network

[Marghanita da Cruz]

from NSW gov newletter

>  All 3G and some 4G devices will soon stop working
> On 31 August, Telstra’s 3G network will shut down for good. Optus’s 
> will close from 1 September. TPG Telecom/Vodafone switched theirs off 
> in January.
> Do you use a 3G or older 4G device that connects to a 3G network?
> To stay connected, including to 000 emergency services, you’ll need to 
> upgrade to a new 4G or 5G device before your 3G network shuts down. 
> Don’t call 000 to test your device.
> The 3G shutdown won't just affect phones.
> Some EFTPOS machines, medical alarms, personal emergency response 
> devices, smart watches and tablets will need replacing too.

Provides a Link to "check your device" 
https://www.infrastructure.gov.au/media-communications-arts/phone/mobile-services-and-coverage/3g-network-switch?

On 4/6/24 17:35, Jan Whitaker wrote:
> Thanks for that correct identifier, Tom. I should have looked at my 
> phone for the right letters. :-) VoLTE.
>
> On 4/06/2024 2:13 pm, Tom Worthington wrote:
>> On 4/6/24 10:28, Jan Whitaker wrote:
>>
>>> ... check if your phone has VoITE or a 4g system ...
>>
>> Yes, Voice over Long-Term Evolution (VoLTE) is needed for 4G voice 
>> calls. Unless you used VoWiFi, which may not work for emergency 
>> calls. 
>> https://amta.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Understanding-VoLTE-and-Emergency-Calls-ahead-of-3G-Closure.pdf
>>
>>
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