Controlling what you spend.
WHY IT MATTERS
Data is metered, and costs accumulate quietly.
WHAT CONSUMES MOST
Video Automatic application updates Cloud synchronisation Automatic media downloads in messaging Background application activity
WHAT TO CONFIGURE
Application updates over wireless only Synchronisation over wireless only Automatic media download disabled Video quality reduced
WHAT TO CHECK
The data usage breakdown, per application.
WHAT THAT REVEALS
Applications consuming data for no visible benefit.
WHAT TO RESTRICT
Background data, for those.
WHAT TO ENABLE
A data warning and limit, where the phone supports it.
WHAT TO BE CAREFUL WITH
Tethering, which lets a computer consume a phone allowance rapidly Automatic backup of video
WHAT TO DO BEFORE A LARGE DOWNLOAD
Connect to wireless.
WHAT TO MONITOR
Usage against your allowance, during the month rather than after.
WHAT TO REVIEW
Whether your plan suits your actual usage.
