From PC World: Here's some good news for folks whose wanderings frequently lead them astray from strong cellular signals: Wi-Fi calling is finally coming to the Verizon network this week, albeit slowly.
Starting December 8, Verizon customers will be eligible for Wi-Fi calls if they have a Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge and use the carrier’s Advanced Calling HD voice and video calling service.
Anyone who’s eligible will be able to use the service once they receive a software update from Verizon. The company says the feature will roll out in phases beginning Tuesday. More phones, including iPhones, will get the service in early 2016.
Verizon asked the Federal Communications Commission for permission to offer Wi-Fi calling back in October. Wi-Fi calling is meant to supplement Verizon’s network for those times when you can’t get a signal, such as when you’re inside a building or at a remote location. If your phone is within range of a known Wi-Fi network it will switch over to that for making calls.
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