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Automatic gates and security systems affected by 3G shutdown

The PressThe PostWaikato TimesNZ HeraldStuffRNZWednesday 28 May 2025 · 6 outlets · 3 reports · updated
Photo: NZ Herald (opens in new tab)

The upcoming 3G mobile network shutdown at the end of the year is impacting household products, including security systems and automatic gates. A Christchurch woman faces a nearly $1000 upgrade cost for her gate, while alarm providers may face significant upgrade programmes to prevent systems from failing.

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First reported by The Press, Wed 28 May 2025, 7:21am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 8 hours
  1. The PressThe Press via RNZ

    Gates, security systems affected by 3G shutdown (opens in new tab)

    Also on The Post (opens in new tab), Waikato Times (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Christchurch woman faces $1000 gate upgrade due to 3G shutdown (opens in new tab)

  3. StuffStuff

    Homes gates, security systems affected by 3G shutdown (opens in new tab)

    Also on RNZ (opens in new tab)