When you pick up your smart phone to check your messages you may notice either the reception bars near the top of the phone or the 3G/ 4G symbol; 4G represents the fourth generation of formating used under the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) and soon all 3G telecommunications will have to be upgraded to 4G compatibility, this also means the cell comm inside your home security system may need an upgrade too.
4G is the next step in Long Term Evolution (LTE) the standard for high-speed wireless communication used for mobile devices and data terminals. Phone carriers will be migrating away from 3G technology at the end of 2018. To avoid disruptions in security service it’s best to change the customer base equipment before the conversion.
There are several benefits to migrating from the slower 3G communications to 4G including faster network, more broadband, faster OTA (Over The Air) programming & updating. Customers will recieve faster home-control response & faster streaming of CCTV video. These networks lay the foundation for how smart device technology interacts with home security & on-which network. This also allows for channel connection, sending push notifications, updates and important firmware add-ons.
It’s best to be ahead of the mobile conversion date by contacting your home security provider to check what cellular communicator is in your panel; getting upgraded can save you from a lapse in coverage while making your system that-much more valuable. Source Securityinformed.com
We’ve got you covered at Superior Alarms with either of these easy options
Evergreen Plan – You can add an additional $2.00 per month for Evergreen program for Cellular Devices. We will upgrade the cellular unit in the alarm at no charge if the unit needs to be upgraded due to cell service updates, EX: 3G to 4G or Beyond
Superior “Boost” Plan – Cellular communicator up to $150 can be included at no charge with a $5.00 per month increase in the monitoring rate
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