The Ukrainian telecommunications market is undergoing a significant phase of technological transformation. The operator Kyivstar has made a strategic decision to phase out the outdated 3G technology. This large-scale network upgrade is aimed at improving connection quality and internet speed for millions of subscribers.
Transition to Modern Standards
According to RBC-Ukraine, citing an official statement from the company, the shutdown of 3G is part of an infrastructure modernization program. The main goal of this initiative is to free up the frequency spectrum. The released resources will be reallocated in favor of the more modern and faster 4G technology.
This step will allow the operator to optimize coverage and ensure more stable operation of mobile devices, which today are an integral part of everyone's life.
What Subscribers Need to Do
For users who have not yet switched to the 4G standard, the situation requires attention. To prevent service interruption after the shutdown of old towers, it is necessary to independently check your smartphone settings. In the device menu, you should ensure that the 4G technology is activated and available for use.
Special attention should be paid to the condition of the SIM card. If your current chip is outdated and technically does not support operation in fourth-generation networks, it must be replaced. The operator offers a free service to exchange the old card for a modern USIM.
The replacement procedure is simple and does not require changing the phone number. The subscriber only needs to visit any Kyivstar store, where specialists will promptly perform the necessary replacement.
Context of Changes
The technological update is taking place against the backdrop of other changes in the operator's work. It was previously reported that since July, Kyivstar has changed its account top-up rules. Currently, the company continues to improve its services, focusing on customers' needs for high-quality and fast communication.