Can I surf the web while on the phone using Verizon?

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Can I surf the web while on the phone using Verizon?

I waited for the iPhone 6 to come out hoping I can surf the web while talking on the phone. Over the weekend I got a new 6s and I cannot do this.

When the 6 came out, I could swear I read somewhere (but of course can't find it now) that this has now been enabled if you have Verizon as your carrier. I think that Verizon was the only one who wasn't allowing this with the iPhone for some (probably) ridiculous reason.

I CAN do this while on WiFi but not on LTE. I want to be able to leave my house and know I can do this.

Before I call Verizon and give them ****, I figured to double check here so I have full info to yell at them with if I am right.

If anyone has a link to the info I'd appreciate it as well.

Thanks guys!

iPhone 6s, iOS 9.2

Posted on Dec 22, 2015 8:03 AM

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Answer 1

Dec 22, 2015 8:28 AM in response to Twitchin Kitten

You need to confirm with Verizon that you have VoLTE (voice over LTE) enabled on your account. Then, go to Settings>Cellular>Enable LTE and make sure it's set to Voice & Data. Then, as long as you're on the LTE network, you'll be able to talk on the phone and use data at the same time.

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ChrisJ4203

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Dec 22, 2015 8:06 AM in response to Twitchin Kitten

It wasn't that Verizon wouldn't allow it, it has to do with CDMA technology, and that was what prevented you from being on the phone and data at the same time. With LTE, it should be possible, depending on settings for your phone, and if you are in an LTE area. If you are in an LTE area and have LTE turned on for data, then you should be able to, as far as I am aware. Someone that uses Verizon with a newer device should be able to answer definitively.

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ChrisJ4203

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Dec 22, 2015 8:07 AM in response to IdrisSeabright

I knew you would be here eventually and provide the best information! 🙂

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Answer 4

Dec 22, 2015 8:08 AM in response to ChrisJ4203

ChrisJ4203 wrote:

I knew you would be here eventually and provide the best information! 🙂

I have my small areas of expertise. 😉

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ChrisJ4203

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Dec 22, 2015 8:09 AM in response to IdrisSeabright

As do I! 😝

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Answer 6

Dec 22, 2015 8:27 AM in response to IdrisSeabright

Meg St._Clair wrote:

You need to confirm with Verizon that you have VoLTE (voice over LTE) enabled on your account. Then, go to Settings>Cellular>Enable LTE and make sure it's set to Voice & Data. Then, as long as you're on the LTE network, you'll be able to talk on the phone and use data at the same time.

Thank you Meg! Worked like a charm.

It seems there are always new settings and things to tweak when you get new devices and it can be REALLY time consuming if you don't sit down for two days and rummage around in there looking for things! Never thought to look for a specific setting. DOH!

Nothing is easy. All this electronic stuff was supposed to simplify our lives and **** if it doesn't make it more confusing at times.

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Answer 7

Dec 22, 2015 8:32 AM in response to Twitchin Kitten

Twitchin Kitten wrote:

Thank you Meg! Worked like a charm.

Glad it helped.

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