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Mobile Data -> Low Data mode only for Roaming

Does anyone know if Data Mode -> Low Data Mode only applies when Roaming?


Ideally, I'd like Low Data Mode to be on when Roaming and off when not, but I fear these are two separate settings.


Thank you for your help.



iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Apr 23, 2023 11:49 AM

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Posted on Apr 23, 2023 12:02 PM

They are individual settings, as you have guessed. However it should not be too difficult to work around this. I suggest setting Roaming permission OFF for normal use so it acts as a reminder, then when you need roaming you have to go into settings and enable both Roaming and also Low Data.


Also see the notes in Use Low Data Mode on your iPhone and iPad - Apple Support about how Low Data mode impacts various functions.

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Apr 23, 2023 12:02 PM in response to iwaddo

They are individual settings, as you have guessed. However it should not be too difficult to work around this. I suggest setting Roaming permission OFF for normal use so it acts as a reminder, then when you need roaming you have to go into settings and enable both Roaming and also Low Data.


Also see the notes in Use Low Data Mode on your iPhone and iPad - Apple Support about how Low Data mode impacts various functions.

Mobile Data -> Low Data mode only for Roaming

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