Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report<\/strong> 10 IOS 26 TRICKS THAT HELP YOU GET MORE OUT OF YOUR IPHONE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Wi-Fi calling keeps you connected but can drain your iPhone battery faster. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)<\/p>\n Why Wi-Fi calling can use more power<\/strong><\/p>\n Even though Wi-Fi calling is designed to keep you connected, there are a few behind-the-scenes reasons it may drain your iPhone battery faster than expected.<\/p>\n 1) Your phone still looks for a <\/strong>cellular signal<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Even when you don’t have service, your iPhone may periodically scan for towers. That search drains energy unless you take steps to stop it.<\/p>\n 2) Wi-Fi antenna + call processes stay active<\/strong><\/p>\n Wi-Fi calling requires your Wi-Fi radio to remain on constantly while also running extra background processes to stabilize calls. That workload can use more energy than simply maintaining a strong LTE signal.<\/p>\n 3) Weak or unstable Wi-Fi makes things worse<\/strong><\/p>\n If your Wi-Fi signal drops or fluctuates, your iPhone works harder to maintain the connection. That extra effort can warm the phone and eat into your battery.<\/p>\n WHY IPHONE USERS ARE THE NEW PRIME SCAM TARGETS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Simple tweaks help you enjoy Wi-Fi calling without killing your charge. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)<\/p>\n How to make Wi-Fi calling more battery-friendly on iOS 26<\/strong><\/p>\n These settings are tried-and-true and work just as well in iOS 26:<\/p>\n 1) Stop your iPhone from searching for towers<\/strong><\/p>\n This keeps your iPhone from wasting power looking for nonexistent cell service.<\/p>\n 2) Keep Wi-Fi Calling enabled<\/strong><\/p>\n 3) Reduce background activity<\/strong><\/p>\n 4) Cut screen and system drain<\/strong><\/p>\n 5) Keep Wi-Fi connection strong<\/strong><\/p>\n YOUR PHONE IS TRACKING YOU EVEN WHEN YOU THINK IT\u2019S NOT<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n IOS 26 adds new battery analytics to track and manage power use. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)<\/p>\n What iOS 26 adds to the mix<\/strong><\/p>\n Apple didn’t change how Wi-Fi calling itself works in iOS 26, but it did improve how you can monitor and manage battery use:<\/p>\n These tools don’t remove Wi-Fi calling’s overhead, but they give you better visibility and, in some cases, automatic tweaks to help stretch your charge.<\/p>\n How Wi-Fi calling affects battery on Android<\/strong><\/p>\n Android users<\/a> face many of the same challenges as iPhone owners when it comes to Wi-Fi calling and battery drain. The basic reasons overlap; extra processes, Wi-Fi radios staying active and unstable signals. But Android also has some unique quirks and settings worth adjusting.<\/p>\n Settings may vary depending on your Android phone\u2019s manufacturer\u00a0<\/p>\n Your phone still scans for cell towers<\/strong><\/p>\n Even when Wi-Fi calling is on, your Android device may keep searching for mobile networks in the background. This constant scan eats up power unless you turn it off.<\/p>\n Fix:<\/strong> Enable Airplane Mode, then manually switch Wi-Fi back on. To do this open\u00a0Settings<\/strong>, tap\u00a0Network & Internet<\/strong>, and turn on\u00a0Airplane Mode<\/strong>. Once it’s active, go back into\u00a0Wi-Fi<\/strong>, switch it on manually and reconnect to your network so Wi-Fi calling still works without the phone constantly searching for cell towers.<\/p>\n Carrier settings differ<\/strong><\/p>\n Not every carrier handles Wi-Fi calling the same way on Android. Some route calls differently, which can use more energy depending on the network.<\/p>\n Fix:<\/strong> Check your carrier’s Wi-Fi calling preferences in\u00a0Settings<\/strong> \u2192\u00a0Network & Internet<\/strong> \u2192\u00a0Mobile Network<\/strong> \u2192\u00a0Advanced<\/strong> \u2192\u00a0Wi-Fi Calling.<\/strong><\/p>\n Background apps can pile on<\/strong><\/p>\n Unlike iOS, many Android devices allow dozens of apps to keep running in the background. When Wi-Fi calling is active, that extra load can drain faster.<\/p>\n Fix:<\/strong> Go to\u00a0Settings<\/strong> \u2192\u00a0Battery<\/strong> \u2192\u00a0Battery Usage<\/strong> and identify apps draining the most power, then\u00a0restrict background activity.<\/strong><\/p>\n Adaptive battery and power-saving modes<\/strong><\/p>\n Most Android phones (Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, OnePlus, etc.) include Adaptive Battery or similar power-saving tools. These features limit battery-hungry apps when Wi-Fi calling is active.<\/p>\n Fix:<\/strong> Enable\u00a0Adaptive Battery<\/strong> in Settings \u2192\u00a0Battery<\/strong> \u2192\u00a0Adaptive Preferences<\/strong>, or use\u00a0Power Saving mode<\/strong> if you notice faster drain during calls.<\/p>\n Strengthen your Wi-Fi signal<\/strong><\/p>\n As with iPhones, weak Wi-Fi is a big culprit. Dropped or unstable Wi-Fi forces your Android phone to work overtime to keep a call steady.<\/p>\n Fix:<\/strong> Stay near your router or consider upgrading to a mesh Wi-Fi system.<\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Kurt’s key takeaways<\/strong><\/p>\n Wi-Fi calling is a lifesaver when you’re off the grid, but it does come with trade-offs. It can use more power than a strong cellular connection, especially if your Wi-Fi signal isn’t steady. The good news is that iOS 26 gives you better battery insights and smarter tools to help manage power. With a few simple tweaks, like turning on Airplane Mode when there’s no service, limiting background apps and keeping your Wi-Fi strong, you can cut unnecessary drain.<\/p>\n What’s been your biggest challenge with your phone\u2019s battery life, and how do you manage it? Let us know by writing to us at\u00a0Cyberguy.com.<\/strong><\/p>\n Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report<\/strong> Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com.\u00a0 All rights reserved.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on “FOX & Friends.” Got a tech question? Get Kurt\u2019s free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! 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