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Cellular Data Optimization

Simple steps to reduce roaming data usage without affecting your experience.

gsm2go | Cellular Data Optimization

At gsm2go, we believe in providing an effective service to our customers (not taking them for a ride). Here is a very simple guide to optimize your use of cellular data while roaming. Applying those settings will make wonders to reduce your cellular data consumption. It will not affect your user experience. Your phone will work the same as you are used to.

⏱ It should take under 5 minutes to apply
iPhone

Apply these settings to reduce data usage. (Under 3 minutes)

  • Go to Settings → Cellular → Cellular Data Options
    Turn on Low Data Mode or tap Data Mode → choose Low Data Mode.
    This pauses automatic updates and background tasks when not connected to Wi-Fi.
  • Avoid streaming services (music, video) while not connected to Wi-Fi.
    For music, download over Wi-Fi and listen offline.
Android Roaming Data Usage Optimization Guide

Apply these settings to reduce data usage. (Under 5 minutes)

  • Disable Automatic App Updates on Cellular Data
    Apps → Play Store → Settings → Auto-update Apps → Set "Auto-update apps over Wi-Fi only"
  • Disable Background Data
    Settings → Data usage → Background data → Turn off.
  • Disable Auto Sync of Accounts
    Accounts → …More → Disable auto sync
  • Monitor Application Usage
    Data usage → Scroll through to see which apps use the most data.
  • Avoid streaming services (music, video) while not connected to Wi-Fi.
    For music, download over Wi-Fi and listen offline.