Sprint Global Roaming Data Speeds Slowed & Using Google ProjectFi in Germany
- Roaming in Sydney
- SYD Airport
Can I send text messages over Wi-Fi?
Android phones: Both SMS (text) and MMS (pictures and group texts) messaging is supported in Wi-Fi Calling mode.
iOS phones: SMS (text) is supported in Wi-Fi Calling mode. MMS (pictures and group texts) requires cellular coverage. Apple’s iMessage to other iOS devices is supported over Wi-Fi.
While in Germany recently, I was able to test out my friends Google ProjectFi phone. It allows you to use the hotspot feature on the phone at no additional cost. We were out in the city trying to rent bikes using an app but downloading the app was taking forever. He enabled the hotspot and instantly we all had 4G/LTE data due to the recent partnership with Three, otherwise you get 3G coverage.
Google charges $10/GB for usage anywhere in the US and internationally (135+ countries, including Maldives). The only 2 downsides to using a ProjectFi is if you are a heavy data user (5GB+) or want to use an iPhone (you hate Android). Given these 2 downsides it will prevent me from obtaining a ProjectFi phone as I used 10GB+ per month and will only use iOS devices. If you are a light data user, use an Android phone and travel internationally I think this is the best solution out on the market today!
Anyone use ProjectFi?
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