Vodafone begins Hamilton 4G rollout

24 October, 2013

Vodafone begins Hamilton 4G rollout

Vodafone has kicked off its rollout of 4G – the world’s fastest mobile network technology – in Hamilton this week, switching on 4G at Waikato Stadium and Waikato Hospital.

Matt Williams, Vodafone’s consumer director, says the rollout of a commercial 4G network is great news for the city.

“We’re proud to be the first – and only – provider bringing superfast 4G to Hamilton.

“Vodafone pioneered 4G in New Zealand, giving Kiwis access to the world’s best technology – technology that allows them to do whatever they need to do, whenever they need to do it.

“With 4G at six locations around Hamilton by Christmas and reaching nearly 70 percent of Hamilton’s population by March 2014, there’s even more opportunity for locals and visitors to experience the speed of 4G.”

Hamilton Mayor, Julie Hardaker says the arrival of 4G in parts of Hamilton is positive for Hamiltonians – and for tourism in the area.

“Hamilton is increasingly attracting visitors from around New Zealand and the world. Being able to offer 4G mobile technology, particularly in areas where our city and facilities are on show, will add an extra dimension of access and ease for locals and visitors to Hamilton.”

Vodafone has also switched on 4G at sites around Tauranga, so Hamiltonians heading over the hill this summer can continue using 4G at the bach – whether that's using their device as a WiFi hotspot, streaming content, accessing the cloud or web browsing.

Vodafone offers the largest range of 4G-capable devices at a range of price points – 23 now, including the recently launched Samsung GALAXY Note 3, Sony Xperia Z1, and Vodafone Pocket WiFi R215.

Kiwis wanting to experience the speed of 4G will need a 4G-capable device with the latest software, a qualifying plan and be in a 4G coverage area. The device seamlessly switches to Vodafone’s next fastest 3G speeds when customers leave the 4G coverage area.

Vodafone’s 4G network is now well-established, with broad national coverage available to over 1.26 million Kiwis across nine towns and cities: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown, Wanaka, Lake Brunner, Taupo, New Plymouth and Palmerston North.

For more information and 4G coverage maps, visit: www.vodafone.co.nz/network/coverage/

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