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LindaMac1947 Author

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What is the purpose of the toggle switches under “cellular“ in the settings menu?

in very plain language, could you please explain the purpose of the toggle switches under “cellular“ in the settings menu?

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iPhone SE, iOS 17

Posted on Aug 4, 2024 9:38 AM

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FoxFifth

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Posted on Aug 4, 2024 9:43 AM

If you are referring to the switches by the app names (e.g., Safari, Maps, Notes, etc) in the Cellular Data section, if those switches are on then that app will use your cellular data when wi-fi is not available. If they are off, then that app will not connect to the internet if wi-fi is not available.

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