Closure of 2G and 3G networks

In accordance with the directives of the Ministry of Telecommunications, here is the schedule for the closure of 2nd and 3rd generation networks (old technologies):

First stage :

Effective 01/01/2022 - Commercial importation of mobile devices supporting older technologies only will be prohibited.

Second step:

From 01/01/2023 - it will be forbidden to connect devices that only works on old technologies, whether the subscriber is an existing one or a new customer (except for devices already connected to the network before this date).

Third step :

As of 12/31/2025 - Final closure of old technologies and support only for devices equipped with VOLTE technology.

As of 01/01/2023, it will therefore no longer be possible to connect new equipment that only works with old technologies (2G and 3G). Only 4G and 5G devices can be connected.

Devices, working with old technologies, already connected to the network before 01/01/2023 will continue to operate until 12/31/2025.

After this date, only devices running on new technologies will continue to work.

This will be the case on all Israeli networks, including the Annatel network.

For a non-exhaustive list of models that do not support VOLTE technology, click here.

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