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.

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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.

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.