WHAT IS Vo-WIFI?
Simply put, VoWiFi uses the internet as the mode of transmission for calls, SMS, and MMS. It stands for voice over WiFi. It works with the existing Airtel/Jio SIM, through the default phone dialer and messaging app without any need for 3rd party app or log in. You can make WiFi calls to the other person regardless of their phone supporting WiFi Calling or not. The recipient can be on any network, be it 2G/3G/4G/VoLTE/WiFi.
You may be already familiar with VoLTE, which is short for voice over LTE ( a 4G standard). While it uses a data network, the VoWiFi depends on WiFi mesh your device is connected to. In principle, both VoWiFi and VoLTE can work in tandem. If WiFi gets disconnected, the call will take place over your mobile data.
Just like VoLTE, VoWiFi also displays an indicator in the phone’s status bar. If you’re wondering, yes, it does work whilst you’re on roaming. With that said, let’s see its value proposition to you.
Benefits of VoWiFi/ Wi-Fi Calling
The Wi-Fi calling has the following perks for the customers –
- Use your prevailing phone number. No need for separate Airtel/Jio pack, 3rd party app or logins.
- Calls without any mobile signal.
- If you’re in a strong Wi-Fi radius, you would get better indoor coverage and faster connectivity
- This results in clear conversations
Steps to activate WiFi Calling on Android and ioS (Airtel/Jio)
