How can I use Wi-Fi Calling?

Wi-Fi Calling is one of those terms that gets thrown around a lot, and it can lead you wondering how can I use Wi-Fi Calling?

What is Wi-Fi Calling?

First things first, what is Wi-Fi calling? Wi-Fi calling allows you make and receive calls and texts using Wi-Fi, even if there isn’t mobile network coverage available – all you need is a phone that supports Wi-Fi Calling and a Wi-Fi connection in the UK. Once you enter a zone without network coverage, whether that’s the office or a coffee shop, your Wi-Fi calling will move you over seamlessly to a Wi-Fi or 4G network, so you can stay on your call, or keep scrolling through your socials without interruption.

How do I set up Wi-Fi Calling?

Connect your phone to a working Wi-Fi network, and turn on Wi-Fi Calling in your phone settings.

For iPhone, first make sure you have a Wi-Fi connection, and turn on 4G for voice calls and mobile data. Then, go to settings > phone > Wi-Fi Calling >toggle Wi-Fi calling on > press enable

For Google handsets, make sure you have a Wi-Fi connection established, and then select 4G (LTE) as network mode. Then, go to the phone icon >press the menu icon >settings > calling accounts > click on the name of the SIM > press Wi-Fi Calling >toggle Wi-Fi Calling on.

For Samsung phones, follow the same steps as above, selecting 4G (LTE) as the network mode, and then slide two fingers downwards starting from the top of the screen > press the settings icon > connections > toggle Wi-Fi Calling on

For HUAWEI devices, follow the same steps as above, and then press the phone icon > menu > settings > Wi-Fi Calling >toggle Wi-Fi calling on

For Microsoft, follow the same steps as above, and slide two fingers downwards starting from the top of the screen > settings > network & internet > mobile network >Wi-Fi Calling > toggle on

For more information on how to better utilise your phone for your business, check out our blog post on essential apps for small businesses in 2022 here.