Volte is simply Voice over LTE

Voice over Long-Term Evolution is a high-speed wireless communication standard for mobile phones and data terminals, including Internet of things devices and wearables. VoLTE has up to three times more voice and data capacity than older 3G UMTS phones . Voice over LTE happens when your carrier allows you to place a phone call over your LTE connection instead of the older 3G networks. The increased bandwith brings better quality voice over the internet, which connects faster.

What is VoWiFi?

VoWiFi, or voice over Wi-Fi, stands for Wi-Fi Calling which is a complementary technology to VoLTE and lets you make voice calls over a Wi-Fi network.

You may use VoLTE or VoWiFi even if your called party doesn’t have a VoLTE-capable device. Calls between VoLTE/VoWiFi – VoLTE/VoWiFi will have a long-beep ringtone, similar to IDD calls. For calls between VoLTE or VoWiFi and 3G/2G, the call will have the normal ringtone.

How do you turn on VOLTE on your phone?

• Dial *#*#4636#*#* on the dialer app.
• Tap on Phone information 1 or 2 depending on which sim you wanted to be activated for VOLTE
• Scroll down and check if you see ”Turn Off VOLTE slider”
• In case you see “Turn on VOLTE slider”, just turn it on in the same menu.

Enable VoLTE On Other Devices Using USSD Code

This method is very easier and convenient for non-techy guys. Even, if you are a geek. Probably, you will go with this method.

1. Open “Phone” app from the home screen.
2. Dial *#*#86583#*#*

Enable VoWifi on XIAOMI or other Android Phones

1. Open Phone app from home screen.
2. Dial * # * # 869434#*#*
3. Alert will display: “VoWifi Check was enabled” or “VoWifi check was disabled”

Globe compatible VoLTE phones and VoWiFi devices

Benefits of using Volte?

• VoLTE enables simultaneous LTE data surfing and voice calls, meaning no drop in quality, or fallback to lower grade network (i.e. do not fallback to 2G or 3G coverage while making a voice call)
• VoLTE enables Faster call set-up times than in 2G/3G networks (around 1.5 sec in LTE vs around 3.5-5 seconds in 2G/3G) and also enables quicker availability to supplementary services.
• VoLTE enables HD voice quality that makes person sound up close.

What is difference of LTE vs VoLTE

Does VoLTE drain battery fast?

VoLTE is an optimized technology which does not impact battery life as compared to 2G and 3G. The faster connection also sends files or data in optimized manner that there is less use of transmission compared to 2g or 3G which puts less strain on power and phone.

Is VoLTE free to use?

If VoLTE is available on your phone, it is free to turn it on or off but you have to note that it consumes data, which is not free and is a metered service by any TELCO.

How do I know if VoLTE is working?

Steps to Enable VoLTE Support on your Mobile device

1. Open dial and Type *#*#4636#*#*
2. Choose Phone information option from test Screen.
3. Now you can Enable VoLTE Support slide.
4. Restart your device.
5. Now you can see Vo LTE option under Network Bar.

Dito Compatible VoLTE units available in the Philippines

Smart Compatible VoLTE Phones in the Philippines

We will regularly update the list whenever the service becomes available to other Wi-Fi Calling and VoLTE-capable phones.

What is the Future of VoLTE?

Voice over LTE technology (VoLTE or VoLTE) is currently being adopted by operators in the US, India, and South Korea. In the US, it’s expected that more than 90% of wireless voice traffic will be VoLTE enabled within two years of its launch. Whether VoLTE will gain a foothold in the rest of the world remains to be seen, but it’s clear that operators are keen to push it as a major technology upgrade.

Which VoLTE phone to purchase?

Get one that fits your budget! Be practical as phone technology changes to often and spending on high end phones might leave you crying when a better phone comes out in less than 6 months. It would be prudent to check if your mobile phone is supported by your provider so you can get the full benefits of VoLTE. Buying online maybe easy, but making sure your phone works with your network is another concern that you will need to be aware of before your purchase.. buy wisely.. para Sulit!

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Activate VoWiFi and VoLTE on your device