Australians warned to check technology devices after 3G shutdown extension granted

Australians are being urged to check their devices - including older phone handsets and medical equipment - to ensure they will still work after the 3G network is retired.

Obsolete mobile phones - stock photo Credit: Peter Dazeley/Getty Images

Key Points

• All 3G network is set to be shutdown across Australia.
• Australians are advised to check their technology devices and equipment that rely on 3G, including medical devices.
• There are calls for more communication of how people can report loss of service as the wind down happens - and a longer-term audit of service provision.

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The wind down date was set for end of August, but has now been extended another two months after advocates warned many Australians remain unprepared for the transition.