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Viet Nam to shut down 2G network from October 15
The Ministry of Information and Communications will completely switch off 2G network on October 15, one month later than its initial deadline.
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| Operators have offered financial support for 4G-only phones |
Accordingly, since October 15, the networks using the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) standard on the frequency bands of 1710-1785 MHz, 1805-1880 MHz, 880-915 MHz, and 925-960 MHz will cease supplying services for 2G-only devices.
As of September 8, 2024, there were about 3.4 million 2G-only subscribers. In just over a month, the number dropped by over 5.3 million, leaving only 771,072 2G-only users as of October 10. The figure accounted for less than 1 percent of the total ones.
The swift reduction in 2G users reflects the Ministry's determined efforts and the serious compliance of mobile operators, as they work to phase out 2G technology by the October 15 deadline.
In recent months, operators have offered financial support for 4G-only phones, combined with subscription packages for those transitioning from 2G. Some have provided 100 percent financial aid for 4G devices to assist 2G-only subscribers, especially for the disadvantaged.
Telecom companies have also initiated free phone giveaways, without requiring subscription plans, to low-income households, people in remote areas, and other underserved communities, to facilitate the transition to 4G.
To ensure the success of the transition in rural and remote areas, some operators have launched nationwide campaigns, mobilizing their entire workforce to visit 2G users in their homes and assist them in upgrading to 4G.
Last month, the ministry decided to extend the deadline by one month (from September 16 to October 15) due to negative impacts of Typhoon Yagi./.
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