Do I need to have cell service when using? If I'm in the middle of a dead zone with the unit and my smartphone, will it work?
1296843
No cell service required. Just gotta have your Bluetooth on, which is independent of cell service. The app will want to be connected to the internet whether through wifi or cell service, but its not a requirement for it to run.
1296844
For the blood alcohol content all you need is Bluetooth conection to phone which it automatically connects with app on and device on. No cell service needed. There is other features you can turn on an off like location which need cell service.
1296845
No, the unit connects to your phone by bluetooth, so your reading will proceed because they will still be able to connect. But your information won't go into the public cloud if you choose that option. Which in my opinion is stupid..
1296846
The BACtrack Mobile Breathalyzer does need to be connected to the Mobile App in order to be used and the Mobile App does need an active internet connection to function.
1359497
What I would suggest is talk to your provider to make sure you can have it unlocked and use it at the place where you use it.
2158727
Yes if you intend to keep the Phone firm ware up to date and browse internet. If you dont have a data plan do not turn on your phone's Mobile network data settings.
2280551
Hi Joe...as far as I can see, this is the only service that I could find. I'm mostly satisfied with this service, but sometimes the connection is spotty. (In fairness, I should say that where I'm located isn't the most convenient for cell reception.) Thanks.
984493
YOU HAVE TO KEEP YOUR OLD PHONE SERVICE ACTIVE UNTIL THE NUMBER IS PORTED! I know that this makes no sense-- that you have to have two active phone lines, but only have one phone or phone system. It's not the way it has worked for me with other portings. But trust me on this. Keep paying your old company for the phone line until it's ported.
1555951
I am not sure how to answer your question... you certainly need a SIM card with data capacity that is activated for this to work. I am not sure what options you have in your region.
1165670
It needs a data plan, but you don't need a contract to get it in service. Very quirky though. If you have other choices, go with another phone. Tends to go off line a lot. and locks up to the point where you have to take the battery out to reset.
1599884
Mine has a setting for hot spot. Under System Settings I go to Network and Connections. Under Connectivity Services is Mobile Hotspot. A Verizon store told me they can add Mobile Hotspot for additional charge if I want it. Because my home gets so little signal I haven't tried the Mobile Hotspot to see if and how it works.
1371773
No, you need a service provider for it to have and use wifi. I hsve tried on various other phones with same results.
1661303
@J. Qui, it does work without data plan. I have T-Mobile, so can't speak for ATT:Go under settings -> phone -> app. settings -> positioning -> positioning methods and turn off all but 'Integrated GPS'. That way there is no worry it will ever use a network.
2008870
I am not sure because we never got to use it. I would make sure that the phone will have service in your area first.
1223255
yes It will work without phone service ,the Tpod will make wifi like a wifi router at home,for your phone to pickup.
739771
I believe so. It doesn't activate until you call number. But I would check closely if they cover that area. For instance, I was in 1 part of Nashville and it worked but across town it wouldn't. I had a great amount of trouble with the service. Every time you moved to a new cell you would lose network, and would have to restart phone
990605
Absolutely! I have a dead spot for cell service where my office is. I leave my cell phone by the window and use the remote Panasonic phone at my desk. I do have landline service, but I disconnected it to test your question. You can also download your cell phone address book into the Panasonic phone which I find very useful.In a power outage, the panasonic will not work as it does use electric power, but your cell phone will still work by itself provided cell service is still up.
346885
To go online,wifi toatally works but u do need a cell service to use phone,data unnessesary
882511
Yes, it will work. Just get an unlocked version and your service provider will make it work
1197028
you better your cellphone data plan! cause I bough it for a friend of mine and do not remember if it works like you want. sorrry!