新西兰将在2026年3月前关闭其3G网络,为更快的4G和5G服务创造条件。 New Zealand is shutting down its 3G network by March 2026 to make way for faster 4G and 5G services.

新西兰已开始逐步取消其3G网络,主要航空公司在2025年12月至2026年3月期间关闭服务,为4G和5G免费提供频谱。 New Zealand has begun phasing out its 3G network, with major carriers shutting down services between December 2025 and March 2026 to free spectrum for 4G and 5G. 随着使用率的下降,3G的数据流量不到2%,自2019年以来语音通话下降85%。 The move follows declining usage, with less than 2% of data traffic on 3G and an 85% drop in voice calls since 2019. 虽然大多数现代电话支持4G/5G,但有些设备,特别是进口型或老型号的装置,如果不为VOLTE配置,可能会失去111号紧急呼叫能力。 While most modern phones support 4G/5G, some devices—especially imported or older models—may lose emergency 111 call capability if not configured for VoLTE. 550的免费文本服务帮助用户检查兼容性。 A free text service at 550 helps users check compatibility. 承运人敦促用户,特别是老年人或技术程度较低的个人核实设备功能,以避免过渡期间服务中断。 Carriers urge users, particularly elderly or less tech-savvy individuals, to verify device functionality to avoid service disruptions during the transition.