Not all users are lucky enough to have an unlimited data rate, so they have to fight against their mobile so that it does not consume them completely before they are renewed again. That is why, the different smartphone manufacturers offer us different settings with which to save data on the mobile.
These configurations can always make a difference in our Android phone and iPhone, ensuring that we do not have to spend all the mobile data. Although, everything will depend on whether you take into account the different elements that we will explain later. In this way, even if you do not have an unlimited rate, you will never exceed yourself.
Activate data saving
This feature is one of the main tools used daily by both Android and Apple users so that their smartphones consume less data. However, although on mobiles with Google’s operating system we might think that it is the same, the truth is that to get to this function we find differences. Therefore, we will go brand by brand seeing how you can activate data saving on your phone.
Samsung
Within Samsung smartphones with One UI, its own customization layer, we find the possibility of allowing to start saving for the data rate that we have contracted, in addition to being possible in all its versions.
In this case, what we will have to do is follow these steps: Settings> Connections> Data usage . Within this section, we will come across the option we are looking for and it will be here where we will activate it. We can even choose whether or not we want to allow savings in a specific app among all those on our smartphone. From that moment on, an icon will appear at the top that will refer to the fact that this mode is in operation.
Xiaomi
The disadvantage of Xiaomi phones is that, as much as we try to search MIUI 12 or in different versions of the software layer for the option to save mobile data , we cannot find a setting that allows us to activate this possibility. The Chinese manufacturer does not integrate this option in Xiaomi, Redmi or Poco phones. Therefore, the only thing we can do to do this is make use of another option that it does have and that behaves differently, since what it does is completely deactivate the mobile data.
To use this tool, if we are interested in it, it is important to know that this will work as long as we leave the mobile locked for a few minutes. In addition, we can choose the time. To enable it we must go to Settings> Battery> then tapping on the options wheel and selecting the first option called Disable mobile data when the device is locked . However, what we can do is set limits, although we will see that later.
Huawei
The Chinese brand and its EMUI customization layer do offer their users on their smartphones an option that allows so-called smart data saving. Beyond always forcing the stop of access to the data of the different apps, what it does is learn from our use, making it possible that, instead of automatically recharging an app 20 times a day, it does so only 3 times, but at the most opportune moment to be of greatest use to us.
To put this software tool into operation, we will only have to have EMUI 10 onwards and follow the steps that we show you so that mobile data on a Huawei mobile last longer. Therefore, we will have to go to the mobile settings and look for the Mobile Networks option that usually appears at the top.
Once we are inside, we will have to click on Data usage, where it will show us a graph with everything we have consumed in the current month in an approximate way, but it will not be totally real. To find out more exactly, it is convenient to visit our operator’s app. From here we will touch on the Smart data saving option and we will be able to start it, choosing those applications that are going to be exempt from this limitation.
OPPO and realme
We are facing a somewhat particular case, since both brands of smartphones share the same method in their different layers of personalization to start saving data, since they are very close ‘family members’. That is why both, in ColorOS and in Realme UI , we will be able to put this saving tool to work that can help us so much.
In order to activate this functionality we must enter the Settings, click on the SIM card section and then on Data usage. Within this, we will only have to start saving data on our smartphone. As with other manufacturers, we will also be able to bypass mobile data restrictions in specific apps that we select from the list.
Motorola, Google Pixel and Nokia
In stock Android mobiles such as Google Pixel , Nokia or Motorola , what we will have to do is enter Settings, as long as we have Android 9 or higher, and then click on the Networks and internet section> Advanced and tap on the Data Saver option. Finally, we will only have to enable the use data saving function.
However, we must not overlook that having this activated we could stop receiving alerts so frequently. For this reason, there is an option called Unrestricted data , where we can mark the applications that we want that are not affected by this function of the operating system.
iPhone
Within Apple phones, we will also have a similar function available, although it changes its name. Of course, we have to know that it will deactivate different actions of the operating system such as automatic downloads, background updates, as well as background tasks and the synchronization of Photos. But, if you still want to enable this tool on an iPhone we will have to go to Settings> Mobile data> Options> activate the Low data mode switch.
Alive
In Vivo phones we will also find this same functionality to be able to gain extra data every time we use the Internet on the smartphone. To activate this feature, we will have to enter Settings> Mobile network> access the Data Monitor option. Finally, we will only have to enter the Data saving mode section and enable the switch that we will find within this menu. And, as in other smartphones, we can also add apps that are not affected by this saving function.
More settings
Not only must we take this famous tool into account, but we also have other settings to ensure that the smartphone consumes the least amount of mobile data every time we use the Internet on our phone. So it will never hurt to know what are the other options that we can find within the configuration of our mobile.
Set limits
Within most Android smartphones we find the advantage of setting a data limit . That is, we will ensure that once we reach the megabytes or gigabytes that we dial, we cannot use mobile data to connect to the Internet with our smartphone. Everything will depend on the amount you need for a month, since, after that time, they will be recharged at the rate that you have contracted with your mobile operator.
However, each layer of customization could vary the names of these sections at some point. Therefore, the best way to find this option will be the following: enter Settings> use the quick search engine and type Data limit or similar. At that moment, the tool we were looking for will appear, so we will have to access it. Within this, we will have to define the limit we want.
In addition, we can choose between megabytes (MB) and gigabytes (GB). Finally, when entering the number that we want, we will have to click on accept. Once you reach the limit, the data will be automatically deactivated on your smartphone, you will even receive a notification advising you that you have reached the maximum consumption that you have set.
Wi-Fi only downloads
One of the factors that most influence when we run out of gigabytes is the fact that we use them to download any type of content, or even to update smartphone applications. Therefore, we will teach you how to configure it for when you need to save mobile data on your phone.
The first option will be simple, although we will have to do it on our own. Therefore, every time we want to download any multimedia file or application on our smartphone, make sure to do it when connected to a Wi-Fi network. Second, it will be Google Play who will help us. To do this, we will have to access the app store> touch on our profile> Settings> Network preferences> Application download preference> Only via Wi-Fi. And, then, enter Automatic update applications and put Only for Wi-Fi . We will have to do the same with Play videos automatically.
In the case of iOS we also find a similar function. To activate it, we must go to Settings> App Store> deactivate the Automatic Downloads option with data. And, in the automatic video playback within the App Store we must set Wi-Fi Only.
Beware of apps
Beyond what we can avoid consuming with the help of the system, some apps and especially social networks offer to their credit the possibility of reducing the quality of images or videos, something that especially happens in social networks. That can be as important as the options that we have already seen and to configure it we just have to enter that application itself, access its settings, locate and activate the mobile data saving.
In addition, so that the apps are not always synchronized automatically, we will have to go to Settings> Accounts, and deactivate the option to Automatically synchronize application data , since we are not interested in having it done by itself when we are not connected to a Wi-Fi network. -Fi.
Browser saving mode
Depending on the Internet browser that we use daily on our mobile phone, we can find a specific saving mode so that it does not consume so many gigabytes each time we use it. For example, one of the lucky ones to have this option is Google Chrome. To activate it, we must go to the app> Settings> Advanced settings> Activate Basic Mode . In this way, the browser will load the pages faster and reduce the use of gigs up to 60%.
Play with airplane mode
In the event of a maximum emergency, that is, that we need to have a good Internet connection at some point, we can always switch to activating airplane mode to make sure that for nothing in the world the smartphone decides to use mobile data while we are not. using. Or, even, it will be a good option also when we are not going to be able to use it due to different circumstances. Therefore, enabling this tool will not only save gigs, but also battery. To do this, you can do it from the quick settings if you slide the notification bar, and then you will only have to click on the plane icon.
Unlimited fees
There are lucky people who can live without any type of concern in this regard, that is, they do not need to touch any configuration of their mobile phones, since they do not have a maximum of gigs per month thanks to the rate they have contracted with their telephone operator .
Specifically, we refer to the unlimited rates offered by the different companies. With this, basically what we will achieve is that never, no matter how much we use mobile data, it ends up being completely consumed, since for something it is called ‘unlimited’. In this way, you can completely forget about the previous settings, since you will have total freedom to download, watch movies or videos and update your applications.
Everything will depend on the price we are willing to pay. Although, we already warn you that it will not lower than 30 euros if we only want to hire a mobile rate in the main companies. On the other hand, it will be cheaper if we opt for a fiber and mobile rate. Therefore, here it will depend on each user and their needs.