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If I have the cellular data icon switched to on is it actually using my mobile data even if I'm not using my phone at the time? I never understood it.

iPhone SE, iOS 16

Posted on Jul 24, 2023 7:25 PM

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Posted on Jul 24, 2023 7:39 PM

Maybe.

Some apps may be have background processes that may use data even while not actively using the iPhone.

You can check which Apps use data in the Cellular Settings option.

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