![\"project-fi-6-630x329\"](\"http:\/\/kmtechblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/project-fi-6-630x329.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div>\nThis is a key point: Google is technically acting as a mobile virtual network operator, or MVNO for short. That means it doesn\u2019t operate its own networks, but rather off networks provided by other carriers. In this case, Google will switch you between Wi-Fi and networks operated by Sprint and T-Mobile.<\/p>\n
Yes, Wi-Fi calls are included. It will figure out which signal is the best and keep you connected. Sprint and T-Mobile compliment one another nicely in this case: T-Mobile offers fast data speeds in select areas, while Sprint can keep you better connected in some cases, like indoors.<\/p>\n
2. You need a new SIM<\/h3>\n\u00a0![\"project-fi-55\"](\"http:\/\/kmtechblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/project-fi-55.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div>\nIn Google\u2019s FAQ, the company reveals that you\u2019ll need a new SIM card. The company hasn\u2019t said how it will issue those SIM cards yet, whether you\u2019ll be able to walk into a Sprint or T-Mobile store to pick one up, or if Google will send you one directly. But you won\u2019t be able to use your existing T-Mobile or Sprint SIM to access the network, and that\u2019s because it uses both networks.<\/p>\n
The good news is that your number isn\u2019t tied down to your phone, however. Here\u2019s what Google says: \u201cWe also want to help phone numbers adapt to a multi-screen world. With Project Fi, your phone number lives in the cloud, so you can talk and text with your number on just about any phone, tablet or laptop.\u201d<\/p>\n
3. International data is included<\/h3>\n\u00a0![\"project-fi-3\"](\"http:\/\/kmtechblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/project-fi-3.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div>\nGoogle explained that 3G (up to 256kbps) international data roaming to more than 120 countries is included, which is awesome though not that quick if you\u2019re used to surfing on LTE. The roaming is more than likely part of the agreement with T-Mobile, which also offers its customers the same option.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s unclear if you\u2019ll be able to upgrade that data while traveling abroad, but you won\u2019t need to pay for expensive international data plans, and you\u2019ll remain connected right when you get off of the plane. Text messages are free to and from more than 120 countries, too, while calls will cost about 20 cents per minute.<\/p>\n
4. You won\u2019t pay for data you don\u2019t use<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/div>\nIn Google\u2019s FAQ, the company reveals that you\u2019ll need a new SIM card. The company hasn\u2019t said how it will issue those SIM cards yet, whether you\u2019ll be able to walk into a Sprint or T-Mobile store to pick one up, or if Google will send you one directly. But you won\u2019t be able to use your existing T-Mobile or Sprint SIM to access the network, and that\u2019s because it uses both networks.<\/p>\n
The good news is that your number isn\u2019t tied down to your phone, however. Here\u2019s what Google says: \u201cWe also want to help phone numbers adapt to a multi-screen world. With Project Fi, your phone number lives in the cloud, so you can talk and text with your number on just about any phone, tablet or laptop.\u201d<\/p>\n
3. International data is included<\/h3>\n\u00a0<\/a><\/div>\nGoogle explained that 3G (up to 256kbps) international data roaming to more than 120 countries is included, which is awesome though not that quick if you\u2019re used to surfing on LTE. The roaming is more than likely part of the agreement with T-Mobile, which also offers its customers the same option.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s unclear if you\u2019ll be able to upgrade that data while traveling abroad, but you won\u2019t need to pay for expensive international data plans, and you\u2019ll remain connected right when you get off of the plane. Text messages are free to and from more than 120 countries, too, while calls will cost about 20 cents per minute.<\/p>\n
4. You won\u2019t pay for data you don\u2019t use<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/div>\nGoogle explained that 3G (up to 256kbps) international data roaming to more than 120 countries is included, which is awesome though not that quick if you\u2019re used to surfing on LTE. The roaming is more than likely part of the agreement with T-Mobile, which also offers its customers the same option.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s unclear if you\u2019ll be able to upgrade that data while traveling abroad, but you won\u2019t need to pay for expensive international data plans, and you\u2019ll remain connected right when you get off of the plane. Text messages are free to and from more than 120 countries, too, while calls will cost about 20 cents per minute.<\/p>\n