5G coverage
We’ve now turned on 5G in 20 locations across New Zealand, with more to come during 2022. Check out our coverage map for more detail.
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What is 5G?
5G is the fifth generation of wireless technology. It has the potential to bring super-fast downloads, minimal latency, massive connectivity and outstanding reliability. 5G will open up huge possibilities for business and the way we live.
5G Mobile
The next generation of mobile technology has landed and our new 5G network is here to meet your growing data needs. Check out the 5G-ready devices available.
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5G Broadband
We're delivering 5G Wireless Broadband throughout the country. Together we can start to discover what this technology will do for New Zealand.
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Explore 5G
A future enabled by a 5G network has the potential to change how New Zealand businesses operate. See how 5G could open help your business.
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5G-ready devices from Spark
5G now live across new locations
Earlier this year Spark announced that it will invest an additional $35 million to accelerate our 5G rollout, boosting total mobile connectivity investment to $125 million in FY22, and delivering 5G coverage to approximately 90% of the population by the end of calendar year 2023.
5G global trends: smart logistics
Spark’s Innovation Lead Joseph Wong shares his insights on Smart Ports.
5G global trends: cloud gaming
5G is set to make cloud gaming as seamless as streaming a movie. Find out how the convergence of 5G and cloud gaming may change the landscape for gamers.
Immersive Experiences
5G promises a whole new world of media experiences. The scope of what’s possible is about to explode.
Accelerating the 5G rollout
Spark has announced that it will invest an additional $35 million to accelerate its 5G rollout.
A sustainable future for NZ
5G isn't just good for business. It's potentially good for all of us. We've barely begun to explore the ways New Zealand can benefit from 5G adoption.
Industry Disruptors
5G is set to change the way businesses operate in a fully connected world. Learn more about how 5G will optimise industry.
Next Gen Health
See how real-world examples of how 5G technology can transform the health system.
5G available now in Napier & Hastings
Spark has announced that 5G is now available in Napier and Hastings.
5G available now for Connected Mobility Solution
As the deployment of 5G mobile coverage increases around New Zealand, Spart IoT connectivity solutions has now enable support for 5G capabilities.
Five mobile industry trends to watch in 2022
In 2022, we will begin to see 5G making an impact in the business world as the technology matures and coverage improves.
Ground robotics in action
The practical application of autonomous robots is quickly shaking up industries around the world - creating new ways of working. Join David Inggs, CEO and Co-founder of Rocos, as part of this month’s Spotlight Series on Automation.
Exploring 5G technologies with Joshua Ness
Heading up the Verizon 5G Lab in New York, Joshua works with local innovators to explore the boundaries of 5G technology, co-create new applications and rethink what’s possible in a 5G world. He covers everything from the history of wireless connectivity, a 101 on the key 5G properties, right through to what a 5G future will look like.
Exploring 5G technologies with Marcus Weldon
Marcus Weldon, former CTO of Nokia and President of Nokia Bell Labs discusses how 5G could bring about the 4th industrial revolution, and in this webinar he will explain why. The session highlights the potential 5G opportunities that will create the most value for your business.
5G Starter Fund
Spark went on a nationwide search to find New Zealand’s most innovative 5G ideas. We then committed to supporting the winning, leading-edge Kiwi businesses in bringing these solutions to life through the 5G Starter Fund.
5G Race Zone
The Spark 5G Race Zone was a free, all ages showcase of the amazing tech that Emirates Team New Zealand use to make the boat go faster.
FAQs about 5G
What is 5G?
5G is the fifth generation of our existing mobile connectivity. That's the connectivity that provides data, internet and voice services to our mobile phones when we're out and about, as well as wireless broadband (WBB) services.
How does 5G work?
5G works the same way garage door openers, TVs, baby monitors and every past generation of wireless have all worked — with radiofrequency (RF) waves.
How is 5G different to all the other 'G's'?
5G is faster and carries more data than previous generations (4G, 3G, 2G and so on). It has the potential to bring super-fast downloads, minimal latency, massive connectivity and outstanding reliability. It will open up huge possibilities for business and the way we live, but the underlying technology is the same. 5G has the potential to reach download speeds of up to 100 times faster than 4G.
Is 5G safe?
Yes, it is. 5G is simply the next generation of mobile technology, which has been used by New Zealanders since the introduction of the mobile phone in 1987. Claims that 5G is dangerous are not supported by mainstream scientists and to date, no adverse health effect has been causally linked with exposures to wireless technologies that comply with the New Zealand limits.
We have some great info here - 5G and Safety, or if you would like reliable information independent from Spark, the Ministry of Health and Chief Science Advisor have published some excellent resources: