Yes, you can make phone calls using Wi-Fi. This feature is often referred to as Wi-Fi calling.
What is Wi-Fi Calling?
Wi-Fi calling allows you to make and receive phone calls over a Wi-Fi network instead of using your cellular network. According to the reference, once Wi-Fi calling is set up, you can make a call over Wi-Fi just like any other call.
How Wi-Fi Calling Works:
The process is quite seamless once configured:
- When you're connected to a Wi-Fi network and have Wi-Fi calling enabled, your phone will prioritize using the Wi-Fi network for calls.
- The reference states you'll typically see "Internet Call" or "Wi-Fi calling" on the notification screen, indicating that your call is being routed over Wi-Fi.
- If you move out of Wi-Fi range during a call, your phone will attempt to switch the call to your mobile carrier's network, if available, to avoid interruption, although this handover isn't always guaranteed.
Benefits of Wi-Fi Calling:
- Improved Call Quality: Wi-Fi calling can provide better call quality in areas with weak cellular signals.
- Cost Savings: In some cases, using Wi-Fi calling might help you avoid using cellular data or incurring roaming charges when traveling internationally.
- Coverage in Poor Signal Areas: It enables calling in locations where cellular coverage is limited or non-existent, such as basements or remote areas, as long as a Wi-Fi connection is available.
Example of Wi-Fi Calling
Imagine you are in a building with thick walls where your cell signal is very weak, but you have access to a Wi-Fi network. With Wi-Fi calling enabled, your phone uses the Wi-Fi network to make and receive calls as if you had a strong cell signal. The person you are calling won't notice any difference.
