Smart Use of Mobile Data Services
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Unlimited mobile data service plans are usually subject to the Fair Usage Policy (FUP). If a user’s data usage exceeds the specified limit imposed by the operator under its FUP, the speed of the service may be substantially reduced. You are therefore advised to:
- ask the operator for details of its FUP before signing a contract.
- go through the terms of the contract carefully to make sure that the service suits your needs.
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Even if you are using Wi-Fi to access the Internet, your mobile phone (or other mobile device) may still switch to use mobile network automatically when Wi-Fi signals are weak or there is no Wi-Fi coverage. To avoid inadvertent use of mobile data service, you should:
- switch off the mobile data function of your mobile phone when such service is not required.
- switch off the Wi-Fi Assist function of your mobile phone when you do not need it.
- when using Wi-Fi to access the Internet, check your mobile phone regularly to ensure that it remains connected to Wi-Fi network.
- keep track of your mobile data usage regularly.
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To reduce usage of mobile data, you may
- switch off the automatic functions for playing video clippings on social networking platforms, retrieving emails, and fetching Really Simple Syndication (“RSS”) or Podcast
- switch off the automatic functions for updating apps / software
