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CRTC Asked to Stop Rogers from Cutting Off Ztar Mobile Customers | iPhone in Canada

A major dispute is playing out in front of Canada’s telecom regulator, with Rogers and small wireless provider Ztar Mobile clashing over a looming disconnection that could cut service for thousands of prepaid phone users. Ztar, which offers low-cost mobile plans through retailers like 7-Eleven...

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' According to Ztar’s June 3 filing to the CRTC, Rogers has repeatedly acted unfairly, pointing to several key issues: it refused to provide modern features like LTE and VoLTE, even though those same services were offered to Rogers’ own budget brand, Chatr. Ztar also says Rogers backed out of a 2021 pricing agreement and later argued that the deal wasn’t legally binding. '

There is a chance that although you might have a 4G LTE complaint phone. Rogers looks like they are not providing Ztar (aka Speakout) access to the LTE network. It is a contract disputed but as well Ztar appears to be owing Roger's money.

 

[funstick]

There is a chance that although you might have a 4G LTE complaint phone. Rogers looks like they are not providing Ztar (aka Speakout) access to the LTE network. It is a contract disputed but as well Ztar appears to be owing Roger's money.

I agree the dispute with Rogers is likely part of the equation (not just 3G shutdown) and puts long term Speakout use in question. The latest message from Rogers says my current service will experience critical disruptions after August 31st. My phone is 4G LTE compliant. You can check if your phone will work on Rogers' 4G LTE network by going to Rogers.com and search "3G retirement" and use the compatibility tool. Searches can be done by iMei# or make and model #.

 

[gollumtroll]

So based on this info. If your sim card is higher than 8930272040299. Then it sounds like you will get access to the 4G network. However if not, because of the contract dispute between Rogers and Speakout Wireless. At the moment speakout wireless is not selling 4G sim cards. Which is why they are pushing clients over to Lucky......

 

[gollumtroll]

3G Network Retirement - Rogers

Rogers is retiring the 3G network. Find out if your device is affected and learn how to stay connected without service interruptions.

www.rogers.com

 

[Robert Mugabe]

Maybe I missed in in the thread, but is there any other company that offers a pay as you go similar to 711? All I have found is monthly plans. The little I use my burner doesn't really justify a monthly fee.

 

[gollumtroll]

Maybe I missed in in the thread, but is there any other company that offers a pay as you go similar to 711? All I have found is monthly plans. The little I use my burner doesn't really justify a monthly fee.

None. Speakout Wireless is the only company that does pay-as-you-go with 365 days rollovers.

 

[Jenesis]

Maybe I missed in in the thread, but is there any other company that offers a pay as you go similar to 711? All I have found is monthly plans. The little I use my burner doesn't really justify a monthly fee.

You can do monthly pay as you go plans with Kodoo. Pay cash with a voucher you can buy at local stores. But nothing that does minutes over 365 day plans.

 

[Robert Mugabe]

You can do monthly pay as you go plans with Kodoo. Pay cash with a voucher you can buy at local stores. But nothing that does minutes over 365 day plans.

Actually, to my amazement, I found a store that offers, allegedly one year for $99.00 Just text and talk. They give you a free sim card and you can keep your phone number. I believe I got that right. Will check on Monday." Mobile Klink. "

 

[KDK13]

Actually, to my amazement, I found a store that offers, allegedly one year for $99.00 Just text and talk. They give you a free sim card and you can keep your phone number. I believe I got that right. Will check on Monday." Mobile Klink. "

I have one of those Huawei 7-11 speak out specials that i fear passes away August 31. I would love to know if this is the solution that gives the same aspects of some anonymity and pay as you go not monthly stuff etc.

Let's hope Mobile Klink doesn't get Colonel Hogan'ed in the end.

 

[funstick]

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So based on this info. If your sim card is higher than 8930272040299. Then it sounds like you will get access to the 4G network. However if not, because of the contract dispute between Rogers and Speakout Wireless. At the moment speakout wireless is not selling 4G sim cards. Which is why they are pushing clients over to Lucky......

Good to know and thanks. Unfortunately for me my sim card number is lower than that one. I guess it means my phone will go wonky at the end of the month. Maybe it's a sign to move on from all of this. Giving it some thought.

 

[gollumtroll]

Good to know and thanks. Unfortunately for me my sim card number is lower than that one. I guess it means my phone will go wonky at the end of the month. Maybe it's a sign to move on from all of this. Giving it some thought.

From what I gather. Once the 3G network goes offline, there is no 2G network to fall back on as that was also probably retired a while a go. If you really need to keep the phone number then consider either Freedom's $99 or $129 pay as you go plan. Or check out Koodoo $100 pay as you go.

 

[Robert Mugabe]

Just talked to a Chatr store. $10.00 for sim card. You can get 1 year for $100.00

 

[kherg007]

Just talked to a Chatr store. $10.00 for sim card. You can get 1 year for $100.00

Do you need to do the ID thing?

 

[Robert Mugabe]

Do you need to do the ID thing?

Not sure. I just talked to the guy on the phone. Seems like a no on that.

 

[KDK13]

Not sure. I just talked to the guy on the phone. Seems like a no on that.

Any updates?
Thanks for looking into this.

 

[Robert Mugabe]

Any updates?
Thanks for looking into this.

Here's an email from SpeakOut:

The retirement of the 3G (HSPA) network, starting August 31, 2025, will only affect customers who rely on that network. If your phone is compatible with the 4G LTE network, your service will not be interrupted, and you do not need to switch. Our partnership with Lucky Mobile and the free SIM card offer is specifically for customers whose service will be impacted by the 3G shutdown.

If you do make the switch to Lucky Mobile, you balance will be forfeit, as they are a different service provider. You can upgrade your phone to a 4G LTE compatible device to keep your account with us and your balance intact.


The question remains whether SpeakOut will be able to continue using Rogers network:

 

[Goldrod298]

If your phone is compatible with the 4G LTE network, your service will not be interrupted, and you do not need to switch

This sounds promising, I wonder why they haven't wrote it in faq!?

 

[KDK13]

Here's an email from SpeakOut:

The retirement of the 3G (HSPA) network, starting August 31, 2025, will only affect customers who rely on that network. If your phone is compatible with the 4G LTE network, your service will not be interrupted, and you do not need to switch. Our partnership with Lucky Mobile and the free SIM card offer is specifically for customers whose service will be impacted by the 3G shutdown.

If you do make the switch to Lucky Mobile, you balance will be forfeit, as they are a different service provider. You can upgrade your phone to a 4G LTE compatible device to keep your account with us and your balance intact.


The question remains whether SpeakOut will be able to continue using Rogers network:

Thanks for this. So...to not lose your money it seems you need to buy another of their phones? I'm not sure my Huawei can be upgraded lol. I'll have to check their instructions on how to switch the number to the new phone. For once id love to have a teenager around - they'd know how to do this lickety-split!

It also seems if you get the free Sim you lose your money.
Oh well. More to ponder. Thanks so much for digging into this!

 

[Robert Mugabe]

Thanks for this. So...to not lose your money it seems you need to buy another of their phones? I'm not sure my Huawei can be upgraded lol. I'll have to check their instructions on how to switch the number to the new phone. For once id love to have a teenager around - they'd know how to do this lickety-split!

It also seems if you get the free Sim you lose your money.
Oh well. More to ponder. Thanks so much for digging into this!

Well, I am going to just wait until September to see if I am still on the air. The mobile Klink said the $100 per year is for 400 calls and texts or something. for $150 you can get unlimited text and calls for a year. Same with Chatr. It seemed that topping up my speakout was easily costing that much per year, so either way I will probably switch.

 

[ktsang]

I found this off the speakout forum some subscribers have been getting this email apparently: (source https://www.speakoutwireless.ca/speak/7-eleven-rates-and-plans/new-sim-needed/). I found a 7-11 and they sold me a SIM which exceeds the 3G serial but I don't get the VoLTE symbol on my phone (I checked the IMEI on rogers compatibility page and it passed).

Here's the email:

SpeakOut Wireless is upgrading to a new 4G VoLTE network with better coverage, faster data speeds, and improved rates. To keep your phone number active, you need to take action.

Here are your options:

Option 1 – Switch to Lucky Mobile (Recommended if you want to keep your current phone)

Keep your current 3G phone and your phone number
Enjoy coast-to-coast coverage and affordable plans
Receive a FREE Lucky Mobile SIM card with FREE shipping
Learn More & Switch to Lucky

Option 2 – Stay with SpeakOut (Requires a 4G VoLTE phone)

Upgrade to a 4G VoLTE-compatible phone (most newer iPhones, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, and other LTE Band 2, 4, 7, 66 models with VoLTE)
Pick up your FREE SpeakOut migration SIM at 7-Eleven stores starting the week of September 8, 2025
More details on new plans will be shared soon by email
Already have a 4G VoLTE-compatible phone? GREAT! Pick up your FREE migration SIM in stores starting the week of September 8!

Important: SpeakOut is not going out of business — but you must choose one of these options to keep your number active. If no action is taken, your phone number will eventually be lost.

Thank you for being a valued SpeakOut Wireless customer.

— The SpeakOut Wireless Team