IT WAS SOOOOOOOOO 2003 ANYWAY…
Say 'goodbye' to 3G.
You had a good run 3G, but your time is up. It's official. All major networks have already begun discontinuing / sunsetting the 3G network. Many countries have either already finished this process or are still in the process.
WHO AND WHEN
The timeframe for the 3G switch off.
Take a closer look at when each network is planning to switch off their 3G networks. All of these networks will be keeping their 2G networks in place.
Vodafone
Vodafone is planning their switch-off this year, in 2023.
EE
EE is planning their switch-off early next year, in 2024.
Three
Three is planning their switch off by the end of next year, in 2024.
O2
O2 currently doesn’t have any plans to switch of their 3G network.
TIME TO SWITCH OVER
Do I need to get a newer device?
If you are currently utilising an older device that lacks support for the lightning-fast speeds of 4G and 5G, it is crucial to embark on an essential upgrade.
Should your device, mobile phone or other, rely on the 3G network, it’s really important that you contact us at the earliest opportunity to switch to a model or device that supports the super-fast speeds of 4G/5G.
FIND OUT IF YOU NEED A NEW DEVICE
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Find a new device
If you rely on 3G on one of the networks mentioned above, then you may need a new device. It’s really easy and it doesn’t need to be expensive either. Fill out the quick form below.