People looking forward to testing out all the capabilities of the latest Apple hardware will need to budget a little extra for their cellular bill each month. Verizon recently confirmed that its customers must pay a $10 monthly fee to activate the brand new network feature on the iPhone Duo. This extra cost applies to anyone wanting to keep their hardware linked on the same data plan.
Verizon adds a ten dollar monthly charge for network sharing
The wireless carrier is treating the new connectivity option similarly to how they handle cellular smartwatches. You will see a separate ten dollar charge added to your standard phone plan if you decide to turn the option on.
Users noticed this requirement hidden in the fine print during the launch event. It turns out that only specific network providers support the connectivity right out of the gate. Customers on other carriers might have to wait a while before they can even pay for the add-on.
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How the cellular handoff tool works across your mobile hardware
The handoff tool is built to let you pass an active cellular connection between your main iPhone and the new foldable hardware without dropping a call or losing internet access. It allows two separate devices to share a single phone number smoothly.
When you move from your primary phone to the foldable screen, the network hands over the connection in the background. Mobile operators have to build special support on their end to make this happen. Over in Europe, EE confirmed support for the capability for their own subscribers.
Asking buyers to pay an extra ten dollars every month just to use a headline hardware feature is a bold move. It remains to be seen if customers will accept the recurring charge or if they will simply use their expensive new gear without the network connection.
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