Update 3G article with new developments

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diff --git a/blog/feed/documents/I_Hate_My_Nokia.md b/blog/feed/documents/I_Hate_My_Nokia.md
@@ -39,7 +39,7 @@ I decided to move to a custom ROM to escape the issues. I figured it'd be a bree
 I thought about trying my hand at making one, but discovered that HMD has failed to comply with the GPL and hasn't distributed the source needed. [As you can see on this page](https://www.hmd.com/en_int/opensource), there is no G22 listed.
 
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+<img src="https://www.chooseyourmobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Nokia-G22-Image.jpg" alt="A side, back, and front view of the Nokia G22 in the colour 'Lagoon Blue'." />
 <figcaption>The Nokia G22 from a few angles.</figcaption>
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diff --git a/blog/feed/documents/Prematurely_Pulling_The_Plug_On_3G.md b/blog/feed/documents/Prematurely_Pulling_The_Plug_On_3G.md
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     <meta name="description" content="Critical thoughts on the intention of Australian telcos to sunset the 3G network and the major repurcussions on coverage, safety, and much more that will come with it." />
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@@ -31,6 +31,10 @@ As it stands, 4G in Australia is conceded with data. Voice communications are le
 
 3G is still very much relied upon by countless devices. An instance of this is my grandfather's pacemaker, which uses 3G to communicate and report issues such as an abnormal cardiac rhythm. While I believe the issue was rectified with my grandfather, I'm sure it is only too easy for it to manifest in a host of other medical devices, such as fall detectors, which often rely on the 3G network to send alerts.
 
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 Australia is heavily involved in both farming and mining; both industries rely significantly on legacy equipment and, as such, legacy networking. The sort of networking that includes 3G connectivity. As such, equipment will need to be replaced or upgraded, at a cost. The impact of this on the financially robust mining industry might not be substantial, but it certainly will impact the individual, independent farmers who are already struggling.
 
 It won't only be the farmers who are hit with unexpected costs come the shutdown. It will also affect many small businesses operating with old and outdated EFTPOS machines. Investing hundreds of dollars into new payment terminals and setup, especially amidst a cost of living crisis, may very well not be financially feasible for these smaller businesses. Moreover, it will force countless people into buying new phones, personal hotspot devices, security systems, and medical devices, straining their financial capacities.
@@ -49,6 +53,18 @@ You may be wondering what impact this will have on you, but determining what dev
 
 In the event that your device does support the changes, it will still have reduced coverage in many areas, not even necessarily those that are remote. Certain urban houses and locations naturally lie in less than ideal locations and will see reductions in speed or the inability to connect. As for areas that are remote, they will become even further isolated and cut off from all that is around them.
 
+## May 2024 Update
+
+Telstra announced today that they've delayed the discontinuation of their 3G services to August 31st. Previously, they had intentions of cutting off access on June 30th.
+
+They have also setup a way to check your device's compatibility, with [more information available on their website](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-06/telstra-to-extend-3g-network-shutdown/103808110).
+
+In my eyes, this still doesn't excuse the unnecessary risk and inconvenience that this change introduces, but it is good to see that they are at least taking some action. Vodaphone has [already closed their network](https://www.vodafone.com.au/support/network/3g-closure), but Optus customers [still have until September](https://www.optus.com.au/support/mobiles-tablets-wearables/important-changes-3g).
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+If you liked this article, then do consider sharing it, both for my own benefit and to raise awareness of the shutdown. Also, if you'd like to see me produce similar content into the future, then consider [sending me a tip](/donate). It'd mean a lot.
+
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 <p>I decided to move to a custom ROM to escape the issues. I figured it'd be a breeze. After all, it's a device billed as repairable, and developer options showed it supported OEM unlocking. I checked out LineageOS. Unsupported. I decided to search online, and after wading through waist high AI generated SEO articles discovered that none exist for the phone.</p>
 <p>I thought about trying my hand at making one, but discovered that HMD has failed to comply with the GPL and hasn't distributed the source needed. <a href="https://www.hmd.com/en_int/opensource">As you can see on this page</a>, there is no G22 listed.</p>
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 <figcaption>The Nokia G22 from a few angles.</figcaption>
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 <p>I decided to simply reset the phone. No luck; same issues. I decided I'd reset it again and replace all the apps I could with alternatives from F-Droid to see if it fixed any of the issues. Unfortunately, it did not. While many of the apps themselves were excellent, they still relied on the cooked version of Android to function. The phone's software has let me down, and the lack of alternate ROM options doesn't help.</p>

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