Telephone companies, such as Wom, have become the service providers par excellence. Since by means of any telephone, it is possible to communicate with friends or relatives from any part of the country. However, there can always be an inconvenience that prevents you from calling with your mobile. In this article we explain what to do to fix the problem related to emergency calls.
Index( )
- Why does ‘Emergency Calls Only’ appear?
- Mobile System Review
- IMEI check
- How to fix the problem of emergency calls in Wom?
Why does ‘Emergency Calls Only’ appear?
Despite the impact of social networks and instant messaging applications, basic communication methods are still in force. We are talking about SMS and phone calls . If your cell phone was hit and has no service, be sure to check the seriousness of it and proceed to find effective solutions.
Both this and other communication problems tend to happen more frequently than many think. It is an issue that does not affect only Wom , any phone company can or has experienced in at least one situation. So do not hesitate to check that the network is available whenever possible, you never know when an emergency may occur. The operating system (Android, iOS, etc.) is also independent of this class of errors.
In general, the appearance of the message ‘Emergency calls only’ is due to the following causes :
- Loss of mobile network or intermittence of it.
- Inactive service.
- Wrong settings.
- Crash or problems with the IMEI, etc.
Although there are others, we have compiled for you the most common and important ones that you can find in any Google search. The key is to identify them early in order to apply corrective measures accurately.
Mobile System Review
If you have enough technical knowledge about the operation of your cell phone, you can remove the error yourself in a jiffy . Otherwise, opt for other methods. With the correct advice on any platform available on Google or some other search engine, you can eradicate the problem.
Many times, websites (such as YouTube) serve as a reference in identifying common errors on your cell phone. Well, more and more users are publishing audiovisual material with tutorials and information in general, which should not be underestimated. To be able to call other people, you must first activate the prepaid chip in your device . In this way the network will be enabled and its range will depend on your area of residence.
Having the information and instruments at hand, the next step is to proceed with the review of the device. Check each and every one of the settings in the Configuration section, since some function or application may be the cause of the appearance of the message related to calls.
Another good alternative has to do with taking the cell phone to the technical support store of preference. Many times, trained personnel will be able to root out the problem. The cost varies depending on the country you are in, but in general, it is cheap.
IMEI check
For those who do not know, the official identification number or IMEI is a unique code on each mobile device. In other words, it is what makes the team something special and personal . It is also the key to access its history. Make sure you know how to meet him by following the methods below:
On Android phones:
- From the main screen of the smartphone, go to Settings.
- Locate the System section and enter it.
- Tap the About Phoneoption .
- To finish, click Status.
The steps may vary by model and manufacturer, however, they are essentially the same location. Do not hesitate to identify the problem before making any repairs, otherwise you could affect its lifespan. It is important to solve the ’emergency calls only’ error on your cell phone, regardless of the operating system.
The IMEI check on iOS can be performed in various ways , such as Finder, iTunes and through your Apple ID account. On iPhone devices, follow these steps:
- From the main menu, go to Settings.
- Go to the General option.
- Locate the Aboutsection , and access it.
- Then just go to the bottom and tap on the IMEI entry.
Various devices indicate this IMEI on the SIM tray itself, others indicate it below the battery. On Samsung devices, it is common to find it on the back of the device, in small letters. If you are old school, then you may prefer to use the cell dialer. To do this, just press ‘*#06#’, from there the screen will show that code along with extra information that is just as important.
How to fix the problem of emergency calls in Wom?
This inconvenience has a solution, but to get to it, it is necessary to investigate a little about those reasons that cause it. Once this is done, proceed to follow any of the methods that we will show you below and avoid said restrictions when calling.
First of all, it manages the type of network, as well as the airplane mode. Make sure to adjust Roaming, reset network options, try another SIM card, etc. Smart devices come with the type of network preselected, although certain telephone companies (Wom, Claro, etc.) do this process for you when you purchase a line.
You can try to configure this aspect of the mobile yourself in case the message ‘Only emergency calls’ appears. On Android devices (Google operating system), go to Settings , access Wifi or Internet. Then, go to the SIM options and once inside, choose the type of preferred network (4G, 5G, etc.).
For its part, on iOS phones , go to Settings, locate the Mobile data section and click on it. Press the Network selection option, and finally, check that it is available and the Automatic box is checked.
For those located in another country and that territory is in the rate contract with the operator. It is almost mandatory to activate the Roaming function . In addition, as a complement, it is also required to have data roaming enabled, since this makes it possible to use the SIM card from another country.
It may be that the best solution is just to update the phone system , check that your equipment does not have any pending. On Android, just follow this order of options: Settings, System, Updates. On iOS systems, go to Settings, go to General and then Software Updates