While TELUS has been unable so far to acquire Mobilicity despite repeated attempts, its Public Mobile acquisition closed quickly back in November. At the time, TELUS announced that it would migrate Public Mobile’s 280,000 wireless customers away from the CDMA network over to its own HSPA/LTE network. Public Mobile has now let its customers know that this migration will begin as early as March although the first step will be to move them over to the TELUS CDMA network so that current devices continue to work.
We have exciting news to come, including a move to a new network. We are still working on some of the final details of this move but want to make sure you stay updated so the transition is as smooth as possible for everyone.
Customers are asked to ensure that their contact information is up to date. Public Mobile also warns customers using the SCH-R312 flip phone will need to trade it in as it will not work on the TELUS CDMA network. Those affected will be provided with a free Kyocera Kona replacement when they visit a Public Mobile Authorized Warranty Centre before February 28.
Public Mobile promises that further information will be made available closer to the migration’s start.
Sources : Public Mobile // MobileSyrup