When you are traveling abroad, you may not know whether your phone will work in other countries. However, almost thirty percent of U.S. residents report using mobile devices upon waking up and before going to bed each night, whether to check social media, catch up on emails, or entertain themselves with videos. Many Americans also check their phones at least twice per hour.
Not only do mobile devices keep us connected to the people we love, but we also typically use them to do work, check the local weather, and find out about current events. With an iPad Air from T-Mobile, you can also shop or check your bank account balance while you are abroad. With these important tasks you do on your device, you may want to plan ahead before heading out of the country. Check with your carrier to find out if they can unlock your device.
Many carriers also offer international plans, or you can just use WiFi for free. In order to avoid draining the battery while your device searches for service, keep it on airplane mode and connect to local WiFi networks. Download the Free Wi-Fi Finder app to locate free networks everywhere you go during your trip. There are other helpful apps available through the App Store that will make your trip more enjoyable. Check out the facts below to learn more about using your device abroad.
