@mike55 Too bad you can't hotspot off my excess data! I found that fizz service available in Quebec has an interesting concept of allowing your plan data to roll over only expiring after 60 days. They also allow you to gift plan data to another customer. Very unique and certainly sets them apart from other providers.
There are lots of ways to conserve your data. Theres no point in changing your plan to the $50 when your getting 5gb for a bargain $28. I'm on a similar promo but have more than I need. But why switch to the 1gb $25/$23 plan w/autopay to save $5?!!
First set your data tracker to your 30 day renewal dates. Set your data warning to 50% of your plan data so you can properly assess your use rather than getting the 90% used warning on day 7! Enable your data saver and ensure all updates only occur on WiFi. Restrict the background data on 95% of your apps leaving only the OS and a couple of really needed apps with background data usage allowed like core apps, maps, filters, texts and I allow photos. Everything else operates just fine without background usage on.
Download your music library onto your phone or a micro sd along with any video you want to watch. YouTube consumes data like a ferocious beast so avoid using these kind of apps while on mobile data. Take advantage of free WiFi spots and have your phone automatically connect to spots you frequent on a regular basis but you can turn off the feature that automatically scans for open networks once you establish a list of regular hotspots.
If your not using it just turn your mobile data off when you don't have use of or have access to your phone. You will be amazed at how much wastage you can clawback and use by just plugging most of the holes in your data bucket.
Oh and welcome to public mobile!
