How to use Wi-Fi calling when your phone has weak cellular signals

Almost all telecom companies boast their 5G networks are beefy and cover every nook and corner of the city, but customers know that that is not entirely true. There is always that area or location where the network is spotty. Not only are the network signals in that area weak for the internet, but also for calls. And that can be annoying, especially if you have subscribed to a more premium postpaid connection from your network operator. That is when Wi-Fi calling comes into the picture.

Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vi, all telecom companies urge their customers to enable Wi-Fi calling on their smartphones to ensure no call drops even in that corner of your house where the signals are the weakest. Although the functionality’s name is Wi-Fi calling, it enhances signals for texting and video calls through your mobile phone carrier services. As the name suggests, Wi-Fi calling utilises your home Wi-Fi network to increase cellular reception on your phone, and enabling it on your phone is quite easy. Here is how to do it.

Wi-Fi calling on Android

1. Check Carrier Compatibility: Wi-Fi calling isn’t available on all carriers, so confirm yours supports it by checking their website or contacting customer service.
2. Access Phone Settings: Open the Settings app on your Android phone.
3. Find Wi-Fi Calling Option: Here’s where things might differ depending on your phone’s version and user interface–
   – Look for a section called “Wi-Fi calling” or “Calling.”
   – It might be under “Connections” or “Network settings.”
   – On some phones (like Samsung Galaxy), access it through the Phone app itself
   – Open the Phone app.
   – Tap the three-dot menu icon.
   – Select “Settings” and then look for “Wi-Fi Calling.”
4. Enable Wi-Fi Calling: Once you locate the Wi-Fi calling option, toggle the switch to activate it.

Wi-Fi calling on iPhone

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone. It’s the app with the gear icon.
2. Depending on your iPhone model, you might see one of the following options:
   – If you have an iPhone with just one SIM card, tap Cellular.
   – If you have an iPhone with Dual SIM, tap Cellular and choose the line you want to enable Wi-Fi Calling for.
3. Tap Wi-Fi Calling.
4. Toggle the switch next to Wi-Fi Calling on This iPhone to turn it on.