3G mobile network switch off in Australia is underway. Vodafone/TPG switched off their 3G network in December 2023. Telstra & Optus have announced their switch off will be 28 October 2024.
3G mobile network switch off
The switch off of the 3G mobile networks in Australia is underway, are you and your products prepared?
The 3G mobile networks are in the process of being switched off. Vodafone/TPG switched off their 3G network in December 2023. Telstra and Optus have announced their switch off will be 28 October 2024.
After the switch off dates, any mobile devices that are 3G only will be unable to connect to the mobile networks. Any mobile devices that rely on 3G for emergency calls will not be able to contact emergency services. The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has recently published a news article about the 3G shutdown and medical products.
So that your products are not affected by the switch off, you should ensure your mobile devices use 4G (or 5G) telecom modules. Information on the shutdown is available on the Telstra website.
CBA is a JASANZS accredited Telecoms Certification Body and can assess the existing test reports for your mobile device for compliance with the ACMA’s telecoms customer equipment requirements.
What can I do to get assistance?
CBA can assist you with meeting your regulatory obligations and provide accredited telecoms certification.
If you would like to know more on how CBA can assist you with your regulatory requirements, please contact us on 61 2 9099-1557 or email Gunther at gtheisz@certificationbody.com.au or Colin at cpayne@certificationbody.com.au.