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What is 6G? 

What is 6G? 

July 2, 2026

Consumer Advice Mobile Network Technology Mobile Networks Network Generations What Are Mobile Networks?

6G refers to the sixth generation of mobile technology, an evolution of the existing 5G technology.  It is expected to become available from around 2030.  Why do we need 6G?  With the growing need for mobile data, mobile networks need to be continually improved to meet this increasing demand.  There are over 30 million mobile services in...

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What is 4G?

What is 4G?

September 15, 2025

Mobile Network Technology Mobile Networks Network Generations What Are Mobile Networks?

4G is the fourth generation of mobile networks and an evolution of the now closed 3G. This evolution incorporates significantly increased data rates and better performance to enhance the mobile internet experience. 4G uses LTE (Long Term Evolution) to offer increased capacity and speed to the network between mobile devices...

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3G Closure

3G Closure

September 18, 2023

3G Closure 3G Network For Consumers Mobile Network Technology

All three mobile network operators have now closed their 3G networks. TPG Telecom/Vodafone has already switched off its 3G mobile network services as of January 2024. Telstra closed its 3G network in November 2024. Optus 3G closed in November 2024. Please contact your service provider if you are affected. Once...

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What is 5G?

What is 5G?

November 19, 2021

5G Network For Consumers Mobile Network Technology What Are Mobile Networks?

5G is the 5th generation of mobile networks, a significant evolution of today’s 4G networks. 5G is designed to meet the very large growth in data and connectivity of today’s modern society, the internet of things with billions of connected devices, and tomorrow’s innovations. 5G will initially operate in conjunction...

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