Verizon finalized plans to shut down its 3G CDMA network after multiple delays, stating it will officially pull the plug on December 31, 2022 . The operator stopped activating 3G CDMA devices on its network in 2018, preparing for an original target shutdown date at the end of 2019.
Read moreWhat happens when Verizon shuts down 3G?
After December 31, 2022, if you are a Verizon customer still using a device that is 3G (CDMA), 4G that does not support HD Voice (Non-VoLTE), or 1X, the device will no longer be able to send or receive text messages, use data services, or make or receive calls, including emergency 911, on the Verizon network .
Read moreDoes Verizon support 3G anymore?
We are actively decommissioning our 3G CDMA network and expect to be completed by no later than December 31, 2022 .
Read moreIs 3G cellular going away?
It’s the end of the line for a once cutting edge technology. After 20 years on phones, alarm systems and millions of other devices, the 3G network is going away . As the 5G revolution continues to ramp up across the United States, 3G is quietly getting phased out.
Read moreWhat happens if you have a 3G phone?
What will happen to my 3G-only phone? It will stop working properly – including as a phone . While people often refer to as 3G as being useful for the wireless internet, the shutdown could also leave your phone unable to connect at all, including for calls and texts and even to the emergency services.
Read moreWill a 3G phone still work?
All of the major US 3G networks are scheduled to shut down in 2022 . Whether you’re with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon, this may affect your phone, your home alarm system, or even your car.
Read moreDo I have to upgrade my 3G phone?
If you have an older device, you may need to upgrade to a new device , but the FCC said that some carriers may be offering discounted or free upgrades to help consumers. Other devices may only require a software update to enable VoLTE (HD Voice) or other services.
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