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Can I use the Tello service in Alaska?
Tello doesn't have cellular network coverage in Alaska.
However, you can absolutely still use your Tello service there with Wi-Fi Calling.
All you need is a stable Wi-Fi connection.
How to Use Wi-Fi Calling & Text
Wi-Fi Calling and Texting are included with your Tello service at no extra cost. This feature lets you make calls and send texts over any nearby Wi-Fi network—whether you're at home, in an office, staying at a hotel, or connected to a public hotspot. It is the perfect backup plan whenever you run into poor network coverage or no signal at all.
Next Steps
While you can use Wi-Fi calling in Alaska, Alaskan phone numbers are not eligible to be ported (transferred) over to the Tello network.
However, you can absolutely still use your Tello service there with Wi-Fi Calling.
All you need is a stable Wi-Fi connection.
How to Use Wi-Fi Calling & Text
Wi-Fi Calling and Texting are included with your Tello service at no extra cost. This feature lets you make calls and send texts over any nearby Wi-Fi network—whether you're at home, in an office, staying at a hotel, or connected to a public hotspot. It is the perfect backup plan whenever you run into poor network coverage or no signal at all.
Next Steps
- Set Up Wi-Fi Calling: To get this up and running on your device, check out our guide: How can I use Wi-Fi Calling?
- Check Your Local Coverage: Want to see how the signal looks anywhere else? Head over to our official coverage map and enter your specific address to check.
While you can use Wi-Fi calling in Alaska, Alaskan phone numbers are not eligible to be ported (transferred) over to the Tello network.
