{"id":1299064,"date":"2025-08-20T06:55:45","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T01:25:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1299064"},"modified":"2025-08-20T06:56:19","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T01:26:19","slug":"how-to-make-calls-using-wifi-when-phone-network-is-down","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/how-to-make-calls-using-wifi-when-phone-network-is-down\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Calls Using WiFi When Phone Network Is Down?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Thousands of customers are complaining that the network is down and that mobile data services are not functioning as a result of Airtel&#8217;s significant outage throughout India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/VoWi-Fi-Banner.jpg\" alt=\"How To Make Calls Using WiFi When Phone Network Is Down?\" class=\"wp-image-1299074\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/VoWi-Fi-Banner.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/VoWi-Fi-Banner-300x140.jpg 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/VoWi-Fi-Banner-768x357.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The outage is particularly well-reported in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Airtel Outage Hits Major Indian Cities: Users Face Network, Data, and Call Issues<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Widespread annoyance results from customers&#8217; inability to use necessary apps, make calls, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/technology\/airtel-down-how-to-use-wi-fi-calling-feature-on-your-mobile-to-make-regular-phone-calls-101755520470654.html\">access the internet.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In an attempt to find answers, people are searching online more frequently for terms like &#8220;is Airtel down today,&#8221; &#8220;Airtel network issue,&#8221; and &#8220;Airtel not working.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As of yet, the company has not verified the precise reason behind the unexpected network outage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, and other major cities, subscribers complained that mobile networks were either spotty or nonexistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Problems were initially detected by users when their mobile data stopped functioning, then call drops, and in certain places, total signal outages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarding the outage, Airtel has not provided a comprehensive explanation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wi-Fi calling, which is supported by Airtel and compatible with the newest iPhones and Android phones, is an option for users who need to make urgent calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order for calls to be routed over the Wi-Fi network rather than mobile towers, Wi-Fi calling needs to be enabled in the phone&#8217;s settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Airtel&#8217;s system connects the call via the internet, so the recipient does not need to have Wi-Fi calling enabled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wi-Fi calling allows regular voice calls to be placed and received on an Airtel number even in the event that mobile signals are lost but Wi-Fi is operational.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Enable Wi-Fi Calling on iOS and Android<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To enable Wi-Fi calling on iPhone (iOS):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open Settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to Mobile Data (or Cellular).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Wi-Fi Calling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn on Wi-Fi Calling on This iPhone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm emergency address if prompted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once enabled, \u201cAirtel Wi-Fi\u201d or \u201cWi-Fi\u201d will show in the top bar when calling over Wi-Fi.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To enable Wi-Fi calling on Android (steps vary slightly by brand):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open Settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to Network &amp; Internet or Connections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select Mobile Network (or SIM &amp; Network).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for Wi-Fi Calling and turn it on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On some devices, it is under Calls > Wi-Fi Calling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On Samsung phones: Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi Calling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When active, a Wi-Fi calling icon typically appears next to the signal bars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tip: Ensure your phone is connected to a stable Wi-Fi connection (such as home broadband) to prevent calls from failing if Airtel\u2019s mobile network remains down.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thousands of customers are complaining that the network is down and that mobile data services are not functioning as a result of Airtel&#8217;s significant outage throughout India. 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