3G Shutdown: Pub Owner Faces $500 Alarm Upgrade Cost

An Auckland publican, Steve Simms, owner of Birkenhead Brewing Company, highlights the financial impact of the upcoming 3G shutdown, which affects more than just mobile phones. He faces a $500 bill to replace the radio component of his alarm system that relies on 3G for alerts. Simms criticizes telcos for not considering the burden on small businesses during the upgrade to 5G, suggesting they should support businesses financially. Spark, his provider, will discontinue 3G on March 31 as part of its transition to 5G.

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