(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…
The 3G shutdown will affect everyday devices you probably own