2G, 3G cellular networks to shut down leaving millions out of reach

WILL KOSHER PHONES GO DARK? Israel Braces For Shutdown Of 2G And 3G Cellphone Networks

By December 31, 2025, a seismic shift in Israel’s mobile infrastructure will sever lifelines for up to a million users, including tens of thousands of Charedim, unless swift action is taken. In what could become one of the most disruptive transitions in Israeli tech history, the Ministry of Communications is mandating a full shutdown of the country’s aging 2G and 3G cellular networks. While framed as a necessary leap toward high-speed 4G and 5G,…

2G, 3G cellular networks to shut down leaving millions out of reach

Israel's outdated networks to shut down by December 31; cellular companies and the government race to replace phones, SIMs, and systems to avoid communication breakdowns and safety risks