Have you ever experienced your video quality suddenly dropping, or frustratingly slow loading times while watching videos? For those of you using Rakuten Mobile, rest assured! With just a few settings adjustments and tips, you can free yourself from the stress of speed throttling and enjoy high-quality videos comfortably anytime.

Why Rakuten Mobile’s “Saikyo Plan” is Strong for Video Streaming

Rakuten Mobile’s “Saikyo Plan” is a groundbreaking plan that offers unlimited data usage even after exceeding 20GB of monthly data, while still being a pay-as-you-go system based on data consumption. Furthermore, even after using up your data allowance in partner network areas, you can continue using it at a maximum speed of 1Mbps. This means that while other carriers might make video streaming difficult due to speed throttling, Rakuten Mobile allows you to continue watching relatively stress-free.

However, some might feel “even though it’s unlimited, videos still stutter…” This might be due to your smartphone settings or video app settings not being optimized.

Settings Guide for Comfortable High-Quality Video Streaming

Here are specific methods to maximize Rakuten Mobile’s potential and enjoy smooth, high-quality videos.

1. Turn Off Your Smartphone’s “Data Saver” Feature

Many smartphones have a “Data Saver” feature to conserve data usage. If this feature is on, background data communication might be restricted, or video quality might be automatically lowered.

• For iPhone: Go to “Settings” > “Cellular” > “Cellular Data Options” > “Data Mode” > Select “Standard” or “Allow More Data on 5G.”
• For Android: Go to “Settings” > “Network & internet” > Turn off “Data Saver.”

2. Check Video App Quality Settings

Video streaming apps like YouTube and Netflix each have their own quality settings. Even if set to high quality on Wi-Fi, it might automatically lower the quality when using mobile data.

• YouTube: Tap the gear icon in the top right during video playback > “Quality” > “Advanced” > Select your desired quality like “1080p” or “4K.”
• Netflix: In-app settings > “App Settings” > “Mobile Data Usage” > Set “Data Usage” to “High” or “Wi-Fi Only.”

3. Maximize 5G Connection

If your area or usage location is within Rakuten Mobile’s 5G coverage, actively use 5G. 5G offers faster communication than 4G.

• For iPhone: Go to “Settings” > “Cellular” > “Cellular Data Options” > “Voice & Data” > Select “5G On” or “5G Auto.”
• For Android: Go to “Settings” > “Network & internet” > “SIMs” > In “Preferred network type,” select “5G.”
  • Note: In areas outside 5G coverage or with poor signal, avoid forcing 5G. Setting it to “5G Auto” or “4G/5G Auto” can provide more stable communication.

4. Close Unnecessary Background Apps

Having multiple apps running simultaneously can distribute your smartphone’s resources, affecting video streaming. Make it a habit to close unnecessary apps before watching videos.

5. Check Rakuten Network Coverage and Utilize Wi-Fi

If you are within Rakuten Mobile’s proprietary network area, you can expect faster and more stable communication than with partner networks. Check in advance if your home or frequently used locations are within the Rakuten network area. Also, if you have Wi-Fi at home, actively using it can save mobile data usage and enable more stable video streaming.

Conclusion

Rakuten Mobile’s “Saikyo Plan” is an excellent plan for video streaming. By trying the settings introduced here, you should be able to enjoy high-quality videos comfortably anytime, anywhere, without worrying about speed throttling. Please put these settings into practice and enhance your video viewing experience!

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