How to use data to download games from Apple
With the popularity of mobile Internet, more and more users are accustomed to using mobile phone data to download games and applications. But for Apple users, the default settings of the iOS system may limit traffic downloads, making it impossible to complete the operation smoothly. This article will introduce in detail how to use data to download games, and attach recent hot topic data for reference.
1. Recent hot topic data (last 10 days)
| Ranking | topic | heat index | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | iOS 18 new feature predictions | 9,200,000 | Weibo/Zhihu |
| 2 | iPhone 16 series revealed | 8,500,000 | Douyin/Bilibili |
| 3 | Apple restricts third-party accessories | 7,800,000 | Headlines/Tieba |
| 4 | Mobile game download restrictions | 6,300,000 | WeChat/Douban |
| 5 | New App Store policies | 5,900,000 | Xiaohongshu/Kuaishou |
2. Operation steps for traffic downloading games
1.Check system settings: Go to "Settings" - "Cellular Network" and make sure the "App Store Download" option is turned on.
2.Remove download restrictions: By default, iOS restricts the downloading of applications over 150MB through traffic, which can be lifted through the following methods:
| Operation steps | Specific methods |
|---|---|
| Method one | When trying to download an app over 150MB, you will be prompted to select "Use Cellular Data" |
| Method two | Turn off the "WiFi downloads only" option in your App Store account settings |
| Method three | Create special download links through shortcuts (requires iOS 13 or above) |
3.Download precautions:
- Confirm that there is enough data left in the data package (1GB of games consumes approximately 1.2GB of data)
- Prioritize 4G/5G networks with stable signals
- It is recommended to download large games at different times.
3. Solutions to common problems
| Problem phenomenon | Solution |
|---|---|
| Download button gray | Check parental control restrictions/insufficient account balance |
| Download progress stuck | Force close the App Store and then reopen it |
| Prompt "WiFi required" | Modify DNS settings to 8.8.8.8 or 114.114.114.114 |
4. Suggestions for optimizing traffic usage
1. Use the "Download updates only" function of the App Store to avoid automatic updates consuming data
2. Turn on "Low Data Mode" (Settings-Cellular Network-Cellular Data Options)
3. Reset traffic statistics on the 1st of every month (Settings - Cellular Network - Scroll to the bottom)
4. Prioritize downloading of smaller casual games. It is recommended to use WiFi for large games.
5. Latest Policy Impact
According to Apple’s policy update in November 2023, operators in some areas have lifted the 150MB limit. The specific support conditions are as follows:
| Operator | Limit size | Effective area |
|---|---|---|
| China Mobile | Unlimited | Nationwide |
| China Unicom | 500MB | Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen |
| China Telecom | 300MB | Provincial capital city |
Through the above methods, Apple users can easily use data to download games. It is recommended that users use it reasonably according to their own traffic packages to avoid incurring additional charges. If you encounter special problems, you can contact Apple’s official customer service for further help.
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