How To Use WiFi To Make Cellphone Calls
When there’s internet but no cell service
WiFi calling is the ability to use a cellphone, without a cellular connection, to make a phone call through a WiFi connection.
In many parts of the world, the Internet reaches more places than the cellular network does. You might have seen this out at the cottage or when visiting a friend in the country. There’s solid home Internet service, but no cellphone service.
WiFi calling has been on your phone for a long time too. The process is also very simple to set up. It only takes two things – a phone capable of doing it and a cellular service provider that supports it.
How Does WiFi Calling Work?
When WiFi calling is enabled, you simply dial the phone the same way you would any other call. But instead, the call gets routed through the Internet by your service provider and rings the number you called. It’s that simple.
You literally just use your phone like normal. No extra apps, no extra steps, no strange numbers to dial. It’s essentially VoIP or Voice over IP.
Does WiFi Calling Cost Anything?
Generally speaking, your cell service package applies to your WiFi calls. So if you have free calling across the country, when you make a call through WiFi calling you also have free calling across the country.
Check with your service provider to make sure though.
What Phones Support WiFi Calling?
You might be surprised to find out iPhones have supported it since the iPhone 5C. Apple also has a site that allows you to find outwhat carriers support WiFi calling on iPhones.
Most Android-based phones also support WiFi calling. You’ll need to check your carrier’s site to see if they support WiFi calling with your Android phone.
How To Turn On WiFi Calling On An Android Phone
The steps will vary from phone to phone, but as long as you can find the spot to turn it on, you’ll be fine. Let’s take a look at how to turn it on using an LG Q6.
How To Turn On WiFi Calling On An iPhone
Turning on WiFi calling on an iPhone may require you to call your phone service provider.
How Do I Know If I’m Using WiFi Calling?
If you’re on an iPhone, look at the top-left corner. You should see the name of your carrier with the word WiFi and the WiFi icon next to it.
On an Android phone, look at the top-left corner when you make a call. You should see the call-in-progress icon of a phone. You’ll also see the WiFi symbol right next to it.
Call Away!
Now you know what WiFi calling is, how to turn on WiFi calling on your iPhone or Android, and how to tell if it’s working.
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