How does Wi-Fi feature in iOS Assist 9

Wi-Fi Assist, or "Assistant Wi-Fi» - this new 9 iOS function that automatically turns the device on the Wi-Fi when the signal is weak. However, users complain its incorrect operation. Yesterday Apple detail He told a Wi-Fi Assist, in order to dispel all doubts.

The first thing that became known: Wi-Fi Assist works mainly with standard applications such as "Maps», Safari, Apple Music, Mail. The function automatically detects the weak Wi-Fi signal and puts the device in the cellular mode. This is where the problem lies: often Wi-Fi Assist your phone to work with cellular networks with quite comfortably Wi-Fi-connection. What is the connection function is considered bad, and some - a good, Apple has not disclosed.

The function has a number of limitations. It does not apply to roaming and only works with applications you use now. Baseline data is not loaded on a network. Also, Wi-Fi Asisst does not work with some popular third-party applications that transfer large amounts of data.

Despite the explanations, we recommend

shut off Wi-Fi Assist, in order to avoid battery consumption and mobile backhaul.