Apple’s new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus models support Voice Over LTE (VoLTE), which are sideband high-quality calls alongside LTE data usage. Another feature is Wi-Fi calling, which allows users to start calls over Wi-Fi then “seamlessly transition to VoLTE” when they are out of Wi-Fi range.
Rogers previously told us they would support Wi-Fi calling for the iPhone, but we haven’t heard from then since—until today. A Rogers spokesperson sent us the following updates via email on the status of VoLTE and Wi-Fi calling:
VoLTE:
Our goal is to bring our customers the fastest wireless and wired networks in the country. What VoLTE means for Canadians is that operators will be able to support higher quality calls and faster call connections. To continue to deliver some of the best networks in the world, Rogers has been preparing for the deployment of VoLTE and Canadians should expect these benefits in the near future.
Wi-Fi calling:
We’re always working to deliver the best wireless networks and enhanced voice services to our customers. Please stay tuned for updates.
No specific timelines or dates were mentioned, but if you were wondering about the status of VoLTE on Rogers, it’s coming soon; as for Wi-Fi calling, the company says to “stay tuned for updates.”
