Improvements to ALPS and installing smartphones in appliances

We will soon be replacing the ALPS units and installing smartphones in appliances.

Mobile network providers in New Zealand and around the world are shutting down 3G networks(external link) to make way for faster and more power efficient 4G and 5G technology. This means customers who are still using 3G reliant devices, not just phones, will need to update device settings or upgrade to a newer device before the networks are switched off to retain connectivity.

For Fire and Emergency, this means we need to replace our Appliance Location and Positioning System (ALPS) units and replace the fixed phones installed into many of our appliances with smartphones. This work will begin in early June and we are aiming for it to be completed by September.

There is more information on the Portal project page.