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Question re: Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (Unlocked )
VOLTE is “Voice Over Long Term Evolution”
“Long Term Evolution” is another name for 4G.
With 3G in the process of being switched off, you will have to have a 4G or 5G compatible device to use any network, not just in the UK either.
There are no networks, at home or overseas, that will support non VOLTE devices, due to the switching off of 3G networks.
Thanks JJP2 👍
So let me get this straight (as I'm so confused by all the differing info/advice)...
1) 'Basic' 4G compatibility is supported by SMARTY?
2) 4G Volte connection is 'extra' (available on some phones) but not necessary?
3) This is a screen shot of my phone and as you can see neither 'Volte provisioned / Wifi calling' are available options (unless they can be set up... I just don't know how!) but I have 4G so I don't need to buy a newer phone?
Apologies if I am coming across as an idiot but I just need to get this straight in my brain otherwise it throws its own carnival of weird and wonderful thoughts x x x
VoLTE will definitely be necessary, as when 3G is switched off, calls will be placed over 4G (AKA “LTE” or “Long Term Evolution)
This Ofcom article may be helpful :
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/phones-telecoms-and-internet/advice-for-consumers/advice/3g-switch-off
EDIT : From the “Hmmm this is new” thread, I see you have a Nokia 3, which apparently DOES have VoLTE capability :
https://www.techmesto.com/enable-volte-vowifi-nokia-android/
