Have you ever missed an important call because you were already on another call? If yes, you might want to know how to activate a call waiting on your mobile network. When you activate this feature, you don’t have to worry again about missing an important call when you’re on a call, and another call comes in.
In this article, I will show you how to activate call waiting on MTN, Airtel, GLO & 9mobile and deactivate the service whenever you want.
Without further ado, let’s dive in!
What is Call Waiting?
Call waiting is a feature that allows you to receive notifications of incoming calls while you are already on a call. This way, you can decide whether to answer, reject, or hold the new call without missing any conversation.Â
Call waiting is available on most mobile networks in Nigeria, such as MTN, Airtel, GLO, and 9mobile. Activating, deactivating, and using Call Waiting on your line is free of charge.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Call Waiting
Call waiting is a telephone service that allows a subscriber to accept a second incoming call by placing an in-progress call on hold and may also switch between calls. This feature provides several benefits, such as managing multiple incoming calls simultaneously, prioritizing calls, and always taking advantage of every important one.Â
However, there are some drawbacks to call waiting, such as the risk of forgetting to put the caller on hold and not asking permission. Additionally, some people find call waiting impolite and prefer to let the caller redial later.
It is important to use call waiting with proper etiquette. Tell the person you’re on a call with that you’ll call them back if the incoming call is important instead of just putting them on hold.
How to Activate Call Waiting on MTN, Airtel, GLO & 9mobile
To enable or activate a call waiting on your line, follow these simple steps:
- Dial *43# and press the call button on your phone.
- You will receive a confirmation message that says, “Call Waiting Activated.”
- That’s it! You have successfully activated the call waiting on your line.
How to Activate Call Waiting on MTN, Airtel, GLO & 9mobile Using Andriod
To activate a call waiting on your line using an Android smartphone, follow the simple steps below:
- Open the phone app and tap the menu icon.
- Go to “Settings” on your Andriod Smartphone
- Locate “Call Settings” or “Calling Accounts.”Â
- Click on your SIM phone number.
- Tap “additional settings.”
- Â Tap the “Call waiting” box to turn it on.Â
How to Activate Call Waiting on MTN, Airtel, GLO & 9mobile Using iPhone
To activate a call waiting on your line using an iPhone, follow the simple steps below:
- Go to settings
- Find and Tap “Phone”
- Tap “Call Waiting”
- Toggle on the switch to turn on the call waiting for your line
How to Deactivate Call Waiting on MTN, Airtel, GLO & 9mobile
To deactivate a call waiting on your MTN line, dial #43# and press the call button. You will receive a confirmation message that says, “Call Waiting Deactivated.”
Frequently Asked Questions:
Does Call Waiting Cost Me Anything?
Call waiting is a free service available on MTN, Airtel, GLO & 9mobile.
Can I Use Call Waiting on Any Phone?
Yes, you can use call waiting on any phone that supports this feature. However, some phones may have different settings or menus for accessing this feature.
Can I Switch Between Calls When I Have Call Waiting Activated?
Yes, you can switch between calls when you have call waiting activated. You can either answer, reject, or hold the new incoming call without ending the current one.
How Can I Receive Incoming Call Notification While I Am on Another Call?
You can receive incoming call notifications when you’re on another call if you activate or enable Call Waiting on your line. Follow the tips in this article to activate call waiting on your MTN, GLO, Airtel & 9mobile line and never miss an important call again.
What Happens if Call Waiting Is Off?
The incoming call will be sent to voicemail, or they’ll get the “User Busy” notification on their phone.
Conclusion
Call waiting is a useful feature that can help you manage your calls better and avoid missing any important conversation. It is easy to activate and deactivate on any of the major mobile networks in Nigeria, such as MTN, Airtel, GLO, and 9mobile. All you need to do is dial the code and follow the tips in this article.
If you have not tried call waiting yet, I encourage you to try and see how it works. You might be surprised by how convenient and helpful it can be. However, if you find it annoying or distracting, you can deactivate it anytime.
Thank you for reading!
