How do you turn off the network and leave the wifi on?

My son recently deployed to Germany and has an iphone, 12 or 13 I believe. How does he turn off the phone portion so he doesn't get crazy phone bills, but leave the wifi on?

Posted on Feb 25, 2023 7:51 AM

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Posted on Feb 25, 2023 7:55 AM

There are 2 useful settings:

  • Settings/Cellular/Cellular Data Options - Data Roaming off will block just data, but not voice calls
  • To block all cellular use, including voice, turn ON Airplane Mode, then turn ON Wi-Fi.


He should probably get a local SIM card with a local number if he will be there for an extended period.

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Feb 25, 2023 7:55 AM in response to pfunk4443

There are 2 useful settings:

  • Settings/Cellular/Cellular Data Options - Data Roaming off will block just data, but not voice calls
  • To block all cellular use, including voice, turn ON Airplane Mode, then turn ON Wi-Fi.


He should probably get a local SIM card with a local number if he will be there for an extended period.

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