Will my phone work when the 3G network shuts down?

When it comes to which phones will be affected by the 3G shutoff, this will depend on the model and manufacturer.

The general rule of thumb is that any handset released in the last 8 years will work just fine without the 3G network as these handsets are capable of carrying voice calls over the 4G network through a feature called "VoLTE".

If you text the number "3" to "3498" you should receive a text back which will inform you on your phone model and whether or not it is compatible with the 4G network for phone calls.

Alterantively, see this list for compatible devices.

Apart from the above texting method, the best way to guarantee the compatibility for your phone is to look up the individual specifications for your specific phone model. If you google "[YOUR PHONE MODEL] VoLTE" you should be able to see if your handset is compatible.