Can iphone handle WIFI to mobile data roaming?

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I am considering getting an iphone but the roaming from WIFI to Mobile data seems to be problematic.

Is there a specific setting where you program the phone to use Mobile data if not connected to WIFI?

I thought it did but the answer to this question really raised some alarm bells:

I would expect two separate settings for:

1- Connected to "poor" WIFI -> option to use "WIFI assist"

2- Not connected to WIFI-> ?? switch to mobile data ??

What is the setting for scenario #2?

iPhone 6, iOS 11

Posted on Jan 31, 2021 6:20 AM

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Answer 1

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Thanks QTK but I don't understand what you mean.

I interpreted the post I linked in my question as you need WIFI assist to enable data when you roam off the WIFI zone.

What I need is WIFI assist turned off as I rather solve my WIFI issue than end up paying for exceeding my mobile plan.

Are you saying when I walk out of the house, the phone will automatically switch to Mobile data with WIFI Assist off?

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Answer 2

Yes.

Once you drop the Wi-Fi signal then cellular kicks in.

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Answer 3

You can't carry a Wi-Fi signal around with you (in most cases) so when you're away from a signal you must switch to cell.

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Answer 4

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OK great thanks.

Than the post I linked is wrong and misleading?

Needs to be removed/corrected.

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