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Are You Ready to Say Goodbye to 3G?

January 12, 2022 by admin

AT&T and Verizon are Retiring 3G Service This Year

Because cellular customers want more data, more speed, and clearer, more stable calls many major providers have been upgrading their service to 4G and 5G. At the same time, they’ve been discontinuing 3G service so they can concentrate on maintaining the new technology at the levels customers expect.

One of the latest companies to retire 3G is AT&T, who announced it will begin phasing out the 3G network in February 2022. Verizon’s plans are for later in the year, but will be coming soon. That means your phone, radio, or legacy call box systems may cease to function or connect. The time to check is now!

TalkaPhone, Code Blue, Gaitronics, Rath, and Viking equipment do not come standard with 4G LTE compatibility. In fact, many of these systems may even be running 2G technology, with limited or zero functionality.

It’s Not a Simple SIM Card Switch
What many people do not realize is that this portion of cellular connectivity has nothing to do with the SIM card. The SIM card only grants you access to a network, the internal cellular radio antenna and receiving units of the phone or device are what find, then connect you to a network.

Many of the latest 4G and 5G devices are backwards-compatible – which means, they’ll connect to a lower network if a higher one does not exist… but soon, this will be a feature that only works between 4G and 5G.

Even though all CASE equipment comes 4G ready, you don’t have to buy a whole new unit to stay operational when 3G gets shut down. Our Retrofit Kits allow you to keep your existing unit exterior and change out the internal connectivity components for 4G. You can also choose to convert your equipment to 4G wireless from a hardwired landline, and even go fully wireless with solar power and a 10-day backup battery.

3G won’t be around much longer… and AT&T won’t be the only provider retiring the older technology. Make sure you have a back-up plan ready… Just in CASE.

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I cannot say enough about CASE Emergency Systems and our working relationship with them. We are early in the process, but are implementing a 3-year plan to replace our 24 existing phones and add 18 more. The simplicity of installation, the automatic daily self-diagnostic reports, the low maintenance, and the company’s overall service are outstanding. Our current project and initial installations are our first use of CASE products. They are excellent on all counts, and we will continue to use CASE Emergency Systems into the foreseeable future.

Randal Duke
Emergency Management Coordinator, University of Texas at Tyler
 

Since the Call Box has been installed we have had two medical calls which were critical cases. Thanks to the Call Box Law, medical aid was at location in 10 minutes or so. In the past with no cell coverage folks had to drive out of the canyon… This would add about 30 minutes to the response time. We believe lives were saved due to the Call Box.

John Gulserian
Program Manager, Nevada County Office of Emergency Services
 

As a Vendor in the Emergency Callbox Realm, I find CASE Emergency Systems to be one of the most efficient and well thought-out product lines that I deal with in the 911 industry. Their Callboxes and Emergency management systems are second to none. Engineered to be backward compatible the reliability will stand the test of time. I personally promote their products because they are nearly bomb proof! Their customer service and small business feel helps you to meet your priorities. Without a doubt I recommend you look into CASE Emergency Systems for any of your Safety/911 needs.

Lee Novotny
President/Owner, Stream Speed Technologies, LLC
 

Thank you for the phones. They work flawlessly, and the members love them.

Dave Kardos
Burning Tree Country Club
 

Thank you everyone, this means a lot to my department as we work toward improving public safety and officer safety. Every person who calls us from a phone box at the bottom foot paths lowers the chance of harming themselves and us getting harmed as we work to help them.

Ryan Hall
Staff Sergeant, Delta Police Department
 

The phones are simple to use. One need only open the call box and follow the 4-step instructions. These are a unique and valuable asset to the County, and we hope that individuals will recognize their value and help us maintain and protect them so if and when they are needed, they can serve members of and visitors to our great community in times of need.

John Higley
Emergency Management Coordinator, Iron County
 

The Iron County Sheriff’s Office is very excited about the addition of these satellite phones in these remote locations. This will help all emergency services in Iron County to rapidly respond to emergencies where there is little or no cell phone coverage.

Mark Gower
Iron County Sheriff
 

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