One NZ Completes 3G Shutdown
Posted on 23-Mar-2026 13:13 News, 3G
One NZ has completed its region-by-region switch-off for 2G and 3G networks, with both now fully retired.
2degrees Completes 3G Shutdown
Posted on 3-Feb-2026 09:47 News, 3G
The shutdown removed 3G services from operation and will see 2degrees mobile users connected to the more modern 4G and 5G networks.
2degrees begins 3G shutdown
Posted on 11-Dec-2025 20:40 News, 3G
2degrees will start shutting off 3G services on December 14, the telco has confirmed. 2degrees initially announced its intention to decommission 3G in July 2023.
2degrees to Close 3G Services Late 2025
Posted on 10-Jul-2023 11:04 News, 3G
3G technology was first introduced in 2009, and 2degrees says the time has come to focus on 4G and 5G services.
Nokia 3310 review
Posted on 7-Nov-2017 14:24 Reviews, 3G, by M Freitas
Nokia is again playing the smartphone market with its Android series, but in a throwback moment the company has launched an updated version of the 3310, the new 3310 3G which is available now in New Zealand.
Gen-i wins Ricoh business
Posted on 15-Jan-2013 10:14 News, 3G
At the same time, Ricoh has extended its relationship with Gen-i by renewing its voice, internet and mobile data services for another two years and has selected Gen-i for the provision of data centre hosting services.
Mobile operators agree on mobile billing for apps and content
Posted on 22-Oct-2011 11:30 News, 3G
New Zealand mobile phone operators have agreed a framework allowing customers to purchase apps and digital content on their phone and have it charged to their phone bill.
Telstra lights up 4G mobile services in Australia
Posted on 27-Sep-2011 16:05 News, 3G
Australians will enter a new era of mobile telecommunications today with Telstra launching the Australia's first superfast 4G LTE mobile network in capital city CBDs and more than 30 regional and metropolitan centres.
Alcatel-Lucent and Telecom New Zealand open LTE showcase
Posted on 16-Sep-2011 09:30 News, 3G
Alcatel-Lucent, in conjunction with Telecom, today launched New Zealand’s first LTE Showcase – demonstrating next generation technology and applications that will change the way New Zealanders work, play and use mobiles.
Telstra to launch first commercial 4G LTE device in Australia
Posted on 8-Aug-2011 23:19 News, 3G
Businesses in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane will be the first to experience 4G/LTE mobile broadband after Telstra announced it would commence selling Australia’s first commercial LTE device later this month.
Mobile-only Internet users to reach 1 billion users by 2015
Posted on 27-Jan-2011 17:14 News, 3G
The global market for mobile broadband will continue to grow rapidly, and by 2015 one billion people will use it as their only form of internet access, according to new research from independent analyst house Ovum.
2degrees launches mobile data and SMS bundles
Posted on 25-May-2010 16:00 News, 3G
The company is clearly placing bets on enticing iPhone users who signed up for two year contracts back in July 2008 when Vodafone launched the first of these devices in the country, and will soon be free to port their numbers to other mobile networks if they feel so inclined - and if they see value in it.
Telecom New Zealand appoints Kieren Cooney as Director of Mobile
Posted on 14-Apr-2010 16:42 News, 3G
Mr Cooney’s responsibility will be the commercial operations of Telecom’s mobile business such as product management, plans, handsets, and roaming as well as supply chain, retail promotions and sales. The role doesn’t include the management of network infrastructure.
AT&T announces U.S. nationwide plans for 3G Microcell
Posted on 25-Mar-2010 13:26 News, 3G
The AT&T 3G MicroCell is a solution that allows residential customers to route wireless phone calls and data connections (or sessions) across a home broadband connection.
Mobile operators unite in global apps potential
Posted on 16-Feb-2010 14:39 News, 3G
Wholesale Applications Community to push apps market to over 3 billion customers with strong support by world-leading device manufacturers.
Vodafone 3G vs Telecom XT
Posted on 20-Jan-2010 21:59 Reviews, 3G, by Steve Biddle
Whether you realise it or not, New Zealand is one of the luckiest countries in the world when it comes to mobile phone networks. We have two nationwide 3G WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access) mobile networks that both deliver coverage to approximately 97% of the population.
Vodafone launches MiFi in New Zealand
Posted on 15-Dec-2009 08:58 News, 3G
Vodafone takes mobile broadband to the next level with the launch of its MiFi mobile broadband hotspot.
