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Apple has added a new feature to iOS 13 and iPadOS that reduces user data usage. We'll now show you how to use the new "Data Saver" mode.
The new data saving mode in iOS 13 or iPadOS allows apps to reduce the use of mobile data on the iPhone or iPad. iPhone users with limited data volume in particular can benefit from the new function and no longer have to worry about their GBs. With the so-called data saving mode, you can reduce the consumption of your entire data volume. As soon as the user activates the feature, the iPhone or iPad stops the background updates - automatic downloads are also prevented directly. Saving new photos or videos in the iCloud or automatic updates are also no longer possible. Facetime calls with image transfer can still be made, however - they are of much poorer quality. Basically, when the data saving mode is activated, all tasks that routinely use data in the background are switched off.
Who is the function interesting for?
The iPhone or iPad not only reduces the quality of video playback but also of music streaming. The data saving mode in iOS 13 or iPadOS is not just intended for mobile data, however - the function can also be used in individual WiFi networks. Primarily, users with low data volumes will access the feature. But why should you activate a data saving mode in the WiFi network? There is a plausible explanation for this too. Not every WiFi station has an unlimited amount of data. For example, there are mobile WiFi boxes that allow access to the network via a SIM card - these usually have a certain number of GBs. So you see, the new feature could be quite helpful - because not everyone has unlimited data volume.
How to activate data saving mode on iOS 13 or iPadOS
As already mentioned, Data Saver Mode can be enabled separately for the cellular network. Those who want to use the feature on specific Wi-Fi networks can also configure this individually. To enable Data Saver Mode for the cellular network, first open the iOS Settings. Then navigate to the "Cellular Network" menu and tap "Data Options." Now you can enable or disable Data Saver Mode. To use the feature for a specific Wi-Fi network, you need to open the "Wi-Fi" section in the iOS Settings. From there, you can navigate to any Wi-Fi network using the "i" button and then enable the "Data Saver" option. But be careful: The respective Wi-Fi network must be recognized by your iPhone or iPad. iOS 13 – How to manage the data limit for cellular downloads on iPhone & iPad (Photo by GaudiLab / Bigstockphoto)
