What happens if I don’t act?
Under the Government’s Emergency Service Call Determination, all mobile network operators are required to block devices from their networks that are not configured to access emergency call services. If your device is on the list of impacted devices, you will have 28 days from when we notify you to update the software or replace your device to stay connected to the Telstra network. After this time, the device will be blocked from accessing all Australian mobile networks.
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https://isthisphoneblocked.net.au/about
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Alarming new changes to Australia’s Emergency Calling rules has resulted in thousands of working 4G & 5G phones Blocked by Telcos.
This includes new 5G Phones from brands such as Asus, Fairphone, OnePlus, Sony, Xiaomi and ZTE.
With this policy change you can now no longer use any device you want from any provider in the world, even if it may work perfectly! (Including for 000 Calls)
The telcos now get to be judge, jury and execution, solely deciding what phones you are allowed to use and where you must have purchased them from.
Even phones that support 000 calling on 4G have been blocked, and the telcos refuse to unblock them!
Consumers are now out of pocket hundreds to thousands of dollars having to buy new devices, and during a cost of living crisis.
Furthermore, due to the telcos failing to accurately determine device capabilities, you can still connect with many phones telcos say are 'officially supported' that cannot call 000!
Neither the carrier or user would be aware until they try to call 000 and it doesn't connect.
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Check your handset here: https://isthisphoneblocked.net.au/device-brands
Source: -Super-Ficial-