#SHUT IN RELEASE DATE UPGRADE#

You may need to upgrade to a newer device to ensure that you can stay connected, and carriers may be offering discounted or free upgrades to help consumers who need to upgrade their phones. Some carrier websites provide lists of devices that will no longer be supported after 3G networks are shut down. It is important to plan now so that you don't lose connectivity, including the ability to call 911. What do I need to do?Ĭontact your mobile provider or consult your provider's website for more information about their 3G retirement plan and whether your phone, or other connected device, may be affected. Carriers may begin retiring parts of their networks sooner. Note: These are dates for completing the shutdowns. Many carriers, such as Cricket, Boost, Straight Talk, and several Lifeline mobile service providers, utilize AT&T's, Verizon's, and T-Mobile's networks. If your mobile carrier is not listed here, you may still be affected. It also announced it will shut down T-Mobile's 3G UMTS network by July 1, 2022, but has not yet announced a shutdown date for its 2G network. T-Mobile announced that it will finish shutting down Sprint's 3G CDMA network by Maand Sprint's 4G LTE network by June 30, 2022.Verizon announced that will finish shutting down its 3G network by December 31, 2022.AT&T announced that it will finish shutting down its 3G network by February 2022.Consult your mobile provider's website for the most up-to-date information. When is it happening?Īs early as January 1, 2022, though plans and timing to phase out 3G services will vary by company and may change. Learn more about other connected devices, such as medical devices and home security systems that may be impacted below. This will affect 3G mobile phones and certain older 4G mobile phones that do not support Voice over LTE (VoLTE or HD Voice). As a result, many older cell phones will be unable to make or receive calls and texts, including calls to 911, or use data services.

Mobile carriers are shutting down their 3G networks, which rely on older technology, to make room for more advanced network services, including 5G. For more information on your mobile providers' plans for 3G retirement and how you can prepare, contact your provider directly. If your mobile phone is more than a few years old, you may need to upgrade your device before your mobile provider shuts down its 3G network, to avoid losing service.

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