Should data roaming be on or off?

When you use another mobile network to access the internet on your phone while still being billed by your normal provider. It can be pricey, so many experts advise people to turn data roaming off while they are abroad .25 May 2012

Data roaming occurs whenever your phone disconnects from your carrier’s network and hops on another network . Roaming allows you to make calls, send texts, and use wireless data even when you’re outside of your network’s boundaries.

It’s a good idea to turn off data roaming on your iPhone if you want to avoid using data while traveling internationally . This will help you avoid roaming fees your carrier may charge while you’re abroad. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories.