The 3G shutdown will affect everyday devices you probably own

(www.cnn.com)

If left unaddressed, the stakes could be high in certain cases. Millions of cars, for example, may no longer have the ability to contact first responders after a collision or receive updates such as location or traffic alerts for built-in GPS systems. Some vehicles, including Chevrolet, Buick and Cadillac, have software upgrades for drivers to connect their systems to a 4G network, but other models will reportedly lose this feature for good.

Now, the major carriers are phasing out 3G technology in the United States and some markets abroad. AT&T (T), which owns CNN’s parent company, is shutting it down on February 22; T-Mobile (TMUS) is doing so in the third quarter; and Verizon (VZ) will take this step by the end of the year. As the technology officially becomes obsolete, a scramble is underway to help consumers avoid a disruption.

So tomorrow begins the 3G network shutdown process starting with AT&T, and I feel it's going to be a huge mess especially for older devices that would stop workign altogether if it relies on it…