Andrew Bonwick
Vice President of Product Development at Relm Insurance
Madhav Sheth
CEO of Ai+ Smartphone
Stephen Rose
CEO Render Networks


Telia, one of Denmark’s leading mobile network providers, has announced the complete shutdown of its remaining 3G network. Telia’s decision to phase out the outdated network aims to pave the way for 4G and 5G network technologies that promise greater capacity, speed, stability, and security.
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3G opened up Possibilities
Telia shared nostalgic experiences with the 3G network in its release. Telia Denmark said, “The 3G network enabled users to access data on their mobile phones, opening up new possibilities beyond mere voice and text messaging. The network introduced users to the idea of accessing the internet on the go and sharing pictures and data with each other. The speed was not revolutionary, but the concept and the possibilities were entirely new.”
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Phasing out Old Technology
For Telia, phasing out old technology (Legacy Network), is an essential factor. By removing the outdated 3G equipment, the overall mobile network can be made simpler, more efficient, and reliable. The company plans to use the freed-up bandwidth and frequencies to expand its 4G and 5G networks, providing greater capacity, speed, stability, security, and energy efficiency.
On the 5G network, the speed can reach up to 1,000 Mbps, which is 1,000 times faster than 3G Network according to the telco.
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