Does WiFi usurp Verizon Mobile Network?
Hi all,
If I connect to my home (or other) WiFi and also have the Mobile Network option selected in Settings, will the system default to using the Home WiFi automatically and then switch back to the Mobile Network when I am out of the Home WiFi range? It seems to be the case - just checking
I'm sure this has been asked and answered may times but I did not find it.
Thanks
sbrewitt wrote:
Hi all,
If I connect to my home (or other) WiFi and also have the Mobile Network option selected in Settings, will the system default to using the Home WiFi automatically and then switch back to the Mobile Network when I am out of the Home WiFi range? It seems to be the case - just checking
I'm sure this has been asked and answered may times but I did not find it.
Thanks
You are correct in your assessment. But there will be times where the phone will require the 3G service over the WiFi. It is rare but I have seen it occur. Usually with VZW specific updates
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