SIM & 4G VoLTE FAQs
What does a SIM card do?
A SIM identifies your mobile service on a cellular network. It lets a compatible device connect using your plan’s voice, text and data services. Check whether your device uses nano-SIM, micro-SIM or Standard-SIM before ordering or activating service.
What is 4G VoLTE?
VoLTE means Voice over LTE. It carries voice calls over a 4G LTE network, which can provide clearer call audio and allow mobile data to continue during a call. Both your handset and your carrier/SIM service must support VoLTE, and the feature may need to be enabled in your phone’s settings.
Will my phone work on a 4G VoLTE network?
Compatibility depends on your exact device model, supported LTE frequency bands, carrier VoLTE certification and software settings. A phone showing 4G data coverage does not necessarily mean VoLTE calling is supported. Confirm the model with your carrier and check that VoLTE or 4G Calling is enabled.
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Resources
Here is a compiled list of resources that will be added to, if you have anything you would like added please email me the link
Hearing and vision services | Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People
There are a range of hearing and vision services to support your everyday life, maintain your independence and connect with the wider community. These include services for Deaf people and Deafblind people and people with hearing and vision loss.
Deaf Aotearoa – The voice of Deaf people in New Zealand
Deaf Aotearoa is a national organisation representing the voice of Deaf people, and the national service provider for Deaf people in New Zealand.
Deaf Aotearoa also works closely with Deaf communities, government agencies and other organisations to increase awareness, promote New Zealand Sign Language and strengthen the rights of Deaf people.
Deaf Aotearoa is one of 133 ordinary members of the World Federation of the Deaf and is also the New Zealand representative.
New Zealand Relay Services (nzrelay.co.nz)
New Zealand Relay is a free, government-funded service that enables people with hearing and speech impairments to use the phone. We provide services for people who are Deaf, deafblind, hard of hearing, and speech impaired.
Free Hearing Tests & Advice - Your Way Kia Roha
Are you concerned about your hearing? We provide free hearing tests and can help you access funding for hearing aids and other assistive equipment. We also offer personalised support to help you manage your hearing impairment – at home, at work and in social situations.
Our services are completely independent and fully funded by the New Zealand Government.