96 Computing Heather Betts from Dartmouth Computing HELPS US STAY TECH SAVVY
Don’t Get Stung With Mobile Data Charges! A
lmost everyone has a smartphone these days. They are far more “computer” than phone and
they use all data mobile data. Every time you collect your email, go to a web site, look at Facebook or use the Apps on your phone, you are using your monthly mobile data allowance. If you don’t keep an eye on the data usage, you may be lucky enough to get a text from your supplier saying you are close to the data limit. Worse case, you’ll get a hefty unexpected data bill. We look at how to manage and take control of your data usage.
1. Do you know how much mobile data you have?
Many people do not! If you don’t, login to your mobile operator’s App or call them to ask. It normally comes in ½ GB (500MB) or 1GB amounts.
2. set a data alert You can view how much data you’ve used on both Android and ios handsets. on Android, open settings > Wireless & Networks and select Data usage to check your amount and turn “set Mobile Data Limit” on to trigger an alert when you’re entering your own specified data danger zone. on an iPhone, open settings > Mobile Data.
3. switch to WiFi wherever possible If you are using Wifi, either at home or when you are out, then you are not using your data allowance. Check you’ve got the correct log in details for WiFi at work or home. Bt customers can also login to 5 million Bt WiFi hotspots for free.
4. Disable background app refresh this is one for iPhone users only, but turning off background app refresh by entering settings > General > and turning off refresh will help to cut down on your data usage.
5. Turn off data altogether If you are close to your limit then it’s better to turn off mobile data altogether. It’s a bleak option, but it’s better than an expensive bill.
6. Beware data roaming charges
If you are abroad, then switch off Data Roaming or you may get an eye watering bill. talk to your
operator and see what options are available to you for the country you are visiting.
7. shop around for a better data deal Packages with large data allowances are often pricey, however if you are a Bt Broadband customer, currently Bt Mobile has 3GB /500 minutes per month for £10 or 20GB / unlimited minutes for £20 per month.
Heather Betts, Dartmouth Computing 01803 834377 |
heather@dartmouthcomputing.com For more free hints and tips and for our latest offers, visit our web site at
www.dartmouthcomputing.com
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