Can you prevent your iphone from going over your data plan limit?

[mchat]

I'm getting the iPhone when it comes out in canada. I think the lowest data plan will be fine for me. Is there an app that can shut off the data transfers when I reach 400mb? I want to make sure I don't rack up extra charges.

 

[newyorksole]

That would be nice actually, having the option to shut off data when you have reached your limit and if you want to keep going then you can. I don't think that option is available though, you just have to monitor your usage.

 

[TimothyB]

Wasn't one company in a commercial offering electric shock collars for when you go over your minutes, maybe they can do that for data too

 

[nlivo]

I was thinking about this the other day. My god I hope this will be possible.

 

[Telp]

That would be nice actually, having the option to shut off data when you have reached your limit and if you want to keep going then you can. I don't think that option is available though, you just have to monitor your usage.

I think thats the best you can do. Check your usage when you feel your close, and remember to either keep a toll of your monthly usage, or reset your settings when the new month rolls in.

 

[BigPrince]

Probably not since they make a lot of their money from overages.

 

[Benjamindaines]

Maybe someone will write an app.

 

[TimothyB]

When you're close to the end of your minutes or data you'd think they could have their system easily send a text message to you, warning you.

 

[bavarian3]

I could have sworn there was a screen-shot of turning off EDGE/3G..... this would allow you to use WiFi; which does not count against your data plan.

 

[helloadam]

There is a feature, its called airplane mode, which turns off the Data and bluetooth and wifi while you're on a plane. But when you do that you can't make or receive calls so it would defeat the purpose of the phone.

 

[bavarian3]

http://www.iphoneatlas.com/2007/10/04/turn-off-edge-on-the-iphone-with-services-app/