In iOS 9, Apple added a new feature called Wi-Fi assist. When you’re using a bad Wi-Fi connection, it switches over to cellular data. (Typically, your phone switches over to a cellular connection when Wi-Fi becomes unavailable. With Wi-Fi Assist, it kicks in when Wi-Fi meets what it deems as a “poor” connection.) To avoid unexpected data overage charges we recommend turning this feature off.
How to Turn off Wi-Fi Assist
Wi-Fi Assist will automatically switch to the cell network for data if it detects an inconsistent Wi-Fi signal. To turn off this feature:
- Tap the Settings app
- Tap Cellular Data & scroll to bottom
- Toggle Wi-Fi Assist switch to the right of the app for which you wish to disable it to off.
The switch will become grayed-out when toggled off.
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