The Full Answer
Text chat uses very little data — each message is a tiny amount compared with video, which streams constantly. A text session on Genzigs mostly costs the data to load the page once, so it works on mobile data and slower connections. Video chat can use hundreds of megabytes an hour. Results vary by device and network, so check your phone's data meter if you're on a tight plan.
Chatting on mobile data
- Load Genzigs once on Wi-Fi if you can — the page is cached afterwards.
- Close video and streaming apps in the background.
- Use your phone's data meter to see your real usage.
Follow-up Questions
Can I use random chat without Wi-Fi?
Yes. Text chat works on 3G, 4G and 5G mobile data.
Why is video so much heavier?
Video sends a continuous stream of images; text only sends what you type.
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