{"id":30645,"date":"2021-02-08T21:09:14","date_gmt":"2021-02-08T19:09:14","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=30645"},"modified":"2021-02-08T21:09:14","modified_gmt":"2021-02-08T19:09:14","slug":"5-ways-for-android-users-to-use-less-mobile-data-save","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/5-ways-for-android-users-to-use-less-mobile-data-save\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways for Android Users to Use Less Mobile Data & Save"},"content":{"rendered":"

With the new normal of working and learning from home, many of us have seen our mobile data costs soar. While it’s true that data costs in South Africa have decreased somewhat in recent years, mobile data is still expensive, and it\u2019s important to manage your data wisely to keep your budget under control. For those using an Android device, here are a few easy ways to help you use less data and save more.<\/p>\n

Use WiFi whenever possible<\/h3>\n

Rather than using up the mobile data on your SIM card, try to make use of WiFi on campus, at your workplace, or at a coffee shop for your online needs as much as possible. With fibre networks so widely available, it\u2019s easier than ever to find public WiFi access, and it\u2019s usually cheaper than paying for mobile data. When you have access to unlimited data from a hotspot, you can take the opportunity to download music, films and apps, rather than using up your data. Just ensure the WiFi connection is secure before logging on.<\/p>\n

Set mobile data usage warnings<\/h3>\n

To ensure you’re not using too much data on your data plan, you can check and change your data usage on your Android device. You can check your mobile data usage under Network & Internet and then Data Usage in your settings app.<\/p>\n

You can also set alerts warning you about data usage limits by following these steps:<\/p>\n