Vodafone Sure Signal Replacement - coming in Jun 2021?

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#2721316 9-Jun-2021 17:28

freitasm:

old3eyes:

Only if you want to have to rebuy all your phones again.

I can't see why. The list of handsets compatible with 2degrees WiFi calling is long.

We have 4 cell phones here . Only my M-in-laws OPPO A72 is on the list. No Redmi, Motorola or Nokia so new phones.

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#2721318 9-Jun-2021 17:34

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I've had the same response from a Spark agent a few years ago - I think I posted on GZ asking about the legal aspects of just finding any old one on the likes of trademe as suggested by them and of course the response was that only an approved device could be used. It's amazing the agents say these things, but I guess they're only human too and either don't remember being told or they haven't been told not to advise such things

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#2721341 9-Jun-2021 19:29

old3eyes:

freitasm:

I can't see why. The list of handsets compatible with 2degrees WiFi calling is long.

We have 4 cell phones here . Only my M-in-laws OPPO A72 is on the list. No Redmi, Motorola or Nokia so new phones.

From what I read in this thread, this doesn't apply to your situation so not sure why this reply.

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#2721390 9-Jun-2021 20:02

The comment was made that 2Degress has WiFi calling and a link to the phones which have it. I replied that only one of our phones would work so to go to 2D would require replacing our phones. Nothing to do with Vodafone and Suresignal but as Wifi calling was mentioned I replied.

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#2721392 9-Jun-2021 20:08

old3eyes: The comment was made that 2Degress has WiFi calling and a link to the phones which have it. I replied that only one of our phones would work so to go to 2D would require replacing our phones. Nothing to do with Vodafone and Suresignal but as Wifi calling was mentioned I replied.

If end user/s really want the feature / service then they would happily get a phone that supports WiFi calling cause I know I would

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#2721396 9-Jun-2021 20:10

old3eyes: The comment was made that 2Degress has WiFi calling and a link to the phones which have it. I replied that only one of our phones would work so to go to 2D would require replacing our phones. Nothing to do with Vodafone and Suresignal but as Wifi calling was mentioned I replied.

Your phones. Your situation. Different things.

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#2736504 30-Jun-2021 07:31

Looks like no WiFi calling this month

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#2736512 30-Jun-2021 08:01

Linux: Looks like no WiFi calling this month

I'm sure there will be a 4pm press release :)

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#2769267 31-Aug-2021 11:12

VodafoneNZ WiFi calling

https://www.vodafone.co.nz/our-networks/wifi-calling/

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#2769275 31-Aug-2021 11:24

31 August 2021

In September, Vodafone NZ will begin rolling out Wifi Calling to a selection of smartphones, allowing customers to make and receive calls and texts using the Wifi signal.

To use Wifi Calling, Vodafone customers need a voice-calling enabled mobile plan, an eligible phone with Wifi Calling turned on, and a good quality Wifi connection. It’s a service that is perfect for those with little or no cellular connectivity, for example in remote locations.

Sharina Nisha, Head of Network Services, says: “We’re always looking for user-friendly technology solutions to help keep our customers connected. While we invest hundreds of millions of dollars every year to upgrade our mobile network, due to New Zealand’s topography, demographics and digital infrastructure there are places where the Wifi signal might be stronger than the mobile signal, such as in buildings with thick walls, or in more remote parts of the country. This is where Wifi Calling can help.

“Vodafone customers simply need to turn on Wifi Calling in their settings to make or receive calls and texts using Wifi on a compatible phone, and it only takes a few minutes to set up. We’re working with device manufacturers to confirm the timeline for what devices will be Wifi Calling enabled through software updates and when, and we’ll continue to add more device information on our website over the coming months.”

Sometimes referred to as Voice over Wifi (VoWifi), Wifi Calling will be initially enabled on a handful of Samsung Android devices. More smartphones sold by Vodafone NZ will be enabled for Wifi Calling over the coming months, including OPPO models. After Apple releases its latest iOS software updates, iPhone 6S devices and above are expected to be enabled for Wifi Calling.

It’s free to enable and use Wifi Calling. Call minutes are taken from a customer’s plan allowance, and international or special calling rates apply.

For more information about Wifi Calling, please visit www.vodafone.co.nz/wificalling

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#2769308 31-Aug-2021 12:03

Please keep talking about WiFi Calling on this thread.

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