Automatic network switching? Now that’s Google innovation.
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Network switching powers our super network.
Network switching powers our super network.
Network switching powers our super network.
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Top-tier coverage comes standard.
Top-tier coverage comes standard.
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Frquently asked questions
How does network switching work?
While most phone plans use a single carrier’s towers, Google Fi Wireless uses Multiple Enabled Profiles (MEP) eSIM technology on eligible Pixel phones to host two carrier profiles at the same time. In the US, our super network automatically switches your phone between two of America’s top 5G networks in the background—and across multiple international partner networks when you travel in 200+ destinations abroad.,
Everything happens automatically with no manual toggles or dialer codes required, and you can view your recent switching activity anytime in the Google Fi app.
What determines when Google Fi Wireless moves me between cellular networks?
Your phone continuously evaluates connection health—including signal strength, network availability, data speeds, and latency—alongside your device’s battery state. If your primary connection is healthy, your phone stays on that network.
Google Fi automatically switches you to the secondary network when your primary connection becomes weak or unreachable (such as in a dead zone) and the alternate network offers a significantly better connection. To help preserve power, switching also happens more conservatively when your battery is low or when Battery Saver is turned on.
Network switching is not available in all locations. Actual results may vary.
Can I still make phone calls if I’m connected to the secondary network?
What devices is automatic 5G network switching compatible with?
Domestically, users on Pixel 9 and newer devices get access to a secondary cellular network at no additional cost in all plan types.
Internationally, users on Pixel 7 and newer devices get access to additional cellular networks at no additional cost with Unlimited Premium and Flexible plans.