How to enable roaming
How to enable roaming on an iPhone
How to enable roaming? Roaming is a service that allows you to use mobile communication and the Internet outside your home network, that is, when you are in another country or in a region where your operator does not have its own coverage.
To enable roaming on your iPhone, follow these steps:
Open Settings:
Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Find the section “Cellular data” (Cellular):
Scroll down and tap on “Cellular Data” or “Mobile Data” (depending on your iOS version).
Enable the “Data Roaming” option:
In this section, find the “Data Roaming” option and enable it by moving the slider to the right.
Enable “Voice Roaming” (Voice Roaming) (if necessary):
If you need roaming to make calls, turn on “Voice Roaming” as well. Depending on the operator, this option may be in the same section or separately.
Make sure mobile data is turned on:
Make sure mobile data (Cellular data option) is turned on, otherwise roaming will not work.
Checking settings:
If you are planning a trip abroad, also check the settings of the communication operators to make sure that roaming is connected on your tariff plan.
Contact the operator (if necessary):
In some cases, it may be necessary to activate roaming from your mobile operator. Make sure your tariff plan supports international roaming.
After completing these steps, your iPhone will be ready to use roaming when traveling outside of your home network.
How to enable roaming on android
To enable roaming on your Android device, follow these steps:
- Open “Settings” (Settings)
Go to the Settings app on your phone.
- Go to the section “Network and Internet” (Network & Internet)
Depending on your version of Android, this section may also be called “Communication” or “Connection”.
- Select “Mobile Network” (Mobile Network)
In this section you will find all settings related to mobile communication.
- Enable “Data Roaming” (Data Roaming)
Find the Data Roaming option and enable it by moving the slider to the right. This will allow your phone to use mobile internet while roaming.
- Check “Mobile Data” (Mobile Data)
Make sure mobile data is turned on or data roaming will not work. This option is usually in the same section.
- Enable “Voice Roaming” (Voice Roaming) (if necessary)
If you need to make calls while abroad, make sure Voice Roaming is also turned on. It can be in the same section or in the section with call settings.
- Additional settings
Some versions of Android may have separate settings for automatically connecting to networks when roaming or manually selecting an operator. Make sure these options are configured according to your needs.
- Contact the operator (if necessary)
Make sure that your data plan supports international roaming and that it is enabled with your mobile operator.
After completing these steps, your Android device is ready to use roaming when traveling outside of your home network.
Roaming provides the ability to make calls, send SMS, use mobile data and other services through the networks of local operators.
Types of roaming:
Voice roaming: Allows you to make and receive calls.
Data roaming: Allows you to use the mobile Internet.
SMS roaming: Allows you to send and receive text messages.
Features of roaming:
Cost: Roaming is usually more expensive than using home network services. Different operators offer different tariffs, which may include packages to reduce the cost of roaming services.
Settings: To use roaming, you need to enable the corresponding settings on your phone and make sure that roaming is activated with your operator.
Different zones: Roaming conditions and prices may vary depending on the country where you are located. Operators can divide countries into different zones with different tariffs.
How to avoid high costs in roaming:
Check the rates: Check with your carrier what rates apply in the country you’re traveling to.
Turn off automatic data downloads: Turn off background app updates to avoid unexpected mobile internet charges.
Use Wi-Fi: If possible, connect to Wi-Fi networks to avoid using data roaming.
Connect a service package: Many operators offer special roaming packages that include a certain number of minutes, SMS or megabytes.
Roaming keeps you connected when you travel, but it’s important to control costs and set up your phone to avoid unpleasant surprises with your bills.