Google Fi, a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) service from Google LLC, was started in 2015. It is a wireless phone plan that uses the latest Google technology. Google Fi service, was available in the US only up to late 2019. Afterward, Google expanded Google Fi to 200 countries, including India, in the world. Google Fi provides Telephone calls, SMS, Mobile broadband, and wifi.
This is very much useful for users who like, to pay only for the data, which is used. Google Fi uses two Carriers (T-Mobile and US Cellular) and other Wi-Fi hotspots available. Google Fi is compatible with some specific mobile phones only. Other phones those are not designed to use with Google Fi, also can make use of some benefits of Google Fi. You will be provided with a free nano sim along with the connection, otherwise, there is an option while you sign up, to use your mobile number (if the Carrier allows).
How to find Google Fi Account number
One way to find the Google Fi Account number is the ‘Cancel’ option. ‘Cancel service’ option of the Google Fi App shows the Fi account number and Pin at the end of the cancel session. Even you can find the number in the Account tab of the Google Fi app or Google Fi website.
Google Fi Technology The technology constitutes a revolution in wireless fidelity. Download Google Fi App from the Google Play Store, to get connected. Otherwise, go to the website www.fi.google.com, select ‘Join Fi’, and then follow the steps provided. Google Fi does not have its network, instead, it operates on the Carrier Networks.
When you use Google Fi with a compatible phone, the phone can switch between the Carrier networks based on the signal strength of the Carrier network. This phone is designed such that it can be connected automatically by switching both, the voice and data connections between different Google Fi Carriers according to wifi coverage available.
The Internet Protocols Used in Google Fi
The Internet Protocols used are GSM/CDMA/UMTS/LTE/NR, which supports 4G and 5G wireless communication standards designed to provide higher speed. Networking Protocols use advanced technology to deliver the two sessions, voice communication, and multimedia, over an IP network such as the Internet.
Carriers Used in Google Fi
The carriers used are the T-Mobile network and the US Cellular network. Google Fi connected device automatically switches between the Carriers, when Wifi coverage is not available. This facilitates uninterrupted data communication.
Features
International roaming with no extra charges, credit for unused data, and bill protection service to avoid the customers from exceeding the data limits. 100 GB of Cloud usage is allowed for each plan. Each member connected can use this individually. High-speed Hotspot tethering is allowed for all plans except single-user plans.
Devices that are designed to support Google Fi
The following phones are designed to support Google Fi :
LG G7 ThinQLG V35 ThinQLG V30SLG V30LG V20LG G6Moto X4 (Android One Version)Moto G6Moto G7Moto G StylusMoto G PowerNexus 6Nexus 5XNexus 6PPixel and Pixel XLPixel 2 and Pixel 2 XLPixel 3 and Pixel 3 XLPixel 4 and Pixel 4 XLPixel 4a and Pixel 4a(5G)Pixel 5Pixel 5aPixel 6 and Pixel 6 ProiPhone 5S and later (beta)iPhone 5CiPhone 5Samsung Galaxy S21Samsung Galaxy S20Samsung Galaxy Note20Samsung Galaxy A71Samsung Galaxy A32
Google Fi Plans
Different plans are available with Google Fi. The connection does not charge any activation or cancellation fee. Different Google Fi plans are Flexible, Simply Unlimited, and Unlimited Plus. You change the plans as many times as needed by placing a request. Each member connected to the Wi-Fi can take 100 GB of Google One Storage. Taxes and Govt. fees are charged separately.
Flexible Plans
You have to pay for user data only. Useful very much if you use fewer data.
Simply Unlimited
The Simply Unlimited plan is affordable for a single user with unlimited calls and SMS. But in this plan
Hotspot Tethering will not be available. Best for a single person who likes traveling to certain places
within the Google Fi limits (more than 200 countries)
Unlimited Plus
Unlimited Plus has more benefits. With this plan, all the family members can use the high-speed Internet through the Hotspot tethering.
1 person 60$ p2 persons 45$ per line (Total 90$)3 persons 30$ per line ( Total 90$)4 persons 30$ per line ( Total 120$)5 persons 30$ per line ( Total 120$)6 persons 30$ per line (Total 180$)
Conclusion
Google Fi, brought a revolutionary change in Networking Technology. The Mobile Phones designed for Google Fi will keep you connected automatically by switching between the network carriers to establish a secured Wi-Fi connection. The company series of Phones compatible with Google Fi is produced by LG, Nexus, Pixel, iPhone, Samsung, and MOTO. Flexible plans like Unlimited or Unlimited Plus are available. High-speed hotspot tethering is allowed. 100 GB of Cloud space can be used for each member.
