What is Wi-Fi Calling and Why Should You Have It Switched on!

Vodafone Ireland is encouraging Irish users to unlock the full potential of their mobile phones by enabling the hidden Wi-Fi Calling feature to improve their phone network experience. Available on most Apple and Android devices, Wi-Fi Calling, also known as VoWi-Fi, allows users to make and receive calls in any location where you are connected to a Wi-Fi network, even if there is no regular phone signal or poor indoor coverage.

This easy-to-use feature allows calls to be made using Wi-Fi, ensuring seamless communication, even in areas with challenging signal conditions. While mobile networks technology is continually advancing and improving for the better, network coverage may occasionally be influenced by structural, natural, and geographical factors.

Consequently, mobile users may experience varying levels of cellular network as they go about their daily activities, especially in areas with unique signal conditions. By enabling VoWi-Fi, users can experience consistent call quality and connectivity, regardless of their location.

Fiona Sheridan, Head of Network Deployment for Vodafone Ireland said:

“Vodafone has been consistently recognised as the best mobile network in Ireland by independent awards such as nPerf and Umlaut. Even so, we want to enhance our customers network experience even more. By activating the Wi-Fi Calling feature, users can fully utilise their mobile phones, ensuring uninterrupted communication even in areas with weak signal coverage. This feature leverages Wi-Fi to make calls, offering consistent call quality and connectivity, without any additional costs.

We encourage all our customers to enable VoWi-Fi and enjoy the benefits of seamless communication, no matter where they are.”

Wi-Fi Calling

Providing seamless call quality, VoWi-Fi offers connection without fuss, and all from places that regular phone signal cannot reach – no separate app needed.

At no extra cost or hidden charges, Vodafone VoWi-Fi calling is charged at the same rate as making a call over the cellular network.

Users can enable VoWi-Fi Calling on their iOS and Android mobile device by enabling the feature in ‘Settings’ and switching the toggle ‘Wi-Fi Calling’ to the ‘On’ position, then click ‘OK’ to confirm.

Three steps to set up Wi-Fi Calling on iOS/Apple:

—  From your start screen – select Settings then Mobile Service
—  Select Wi-Fi Calling
—  Toggle Wi-Fi Calling to the on position, then click Enable to confirm

Three steps to set up Wi-Fi Calling on Android:

—  From your Home screen select Phone
—  Tap the menu on the top-right then select Settings
—  Toggle Wi-Fi Calling to the on position then click OK to confirm

4G Calling

Want even more connectivity? Experience seamless, high-quality calls with 4G Calling, also known as VoLTE. This feature is also available to Vodafone customers with compatible devices, allowing seamless, high-quality calls to take place via mobile wherever the user has access the 4G network.

Like with Wi-Fi Calling, 4G Calling has no effect on the user’s data streaming, enabling users to carry on multi-tasking – watch videos, use apps, or do anything that uses data – all while enjoying consistent call quality.

To learn more or to check if your phone supports 4G and Wi-Fi Calling, please visit your local Vodafone store or visit Vodafone WiFi Calling.