When you’re waiting for an important call or simply find that your mobile phone’s default ring time isn’t sufficient, you might miss calls as a result.
Fortunately, in Australia, extending the ring time on your mobile phone is a straightforward operation. With just a few simple steps, you can increase the duration of your phone rings, allowing you more time to answer those all-important calls.
This process of extending ring time can usually be done without the need to contact your network provider, as most phones and carriers support a specific dialling sequence that adjusts ring duration to your preference.
Whether you have an iPhone or an Android device, extending the ring time involves entering a standard code into your phone’s calling app.
Many must customize their ring time, particularly if you are commonly in situations where it’s harder to reach your phone quickly.
For many users in Australia, setting a longer ring time helps to ensure no call is left unanswered, thus making sure you are always within reach.
Understanding Ring Time Extension
When you receive a phone call, the number of seconds your phone rings before it diverts to voicemail is known as the ring time.
Extending this ring time can make the difference between missing and catching an important call. Now, let’s dive deeper into the basics and technical aspects of ring time extension.
Basics of Mobile Ring Time
Mobile Ring Time refers to how long your phone rings upon receiving a call before it redirects to your voicemail.
Typically, your service provider sets a default ring time, which for most Australian networks like Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone is around 15 to 20 seconds.
You have the option to extend this duration up to a maximum of 30 seconds, allowing you more time to answer the phone.
The extension is done through a simple USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) code specific to your network provider.
- To extend your ring time on Telstra:
- Dial: **61*101**(15, 20, 25 or 30), followed by #.
- Press the call button to save the changes.
- For Optus customers:
- Dial: **61*321**(5, 10, 15, 20, 25 or 30), followed by #.
Technical Constraints and Considerations
While extending your ring time, be aware of certain technical constraints. Firstly, your cellular network may limit the maximum ring time.
In Australia, the longest you can set your ring to last is typically 30 seconds. Additionally, Wi-Fi calls may not adhere to the same settings as regular phone calls over the cellular network, and you might need to adjust settings within a specific app.
Remember that each telco might have a different method for changing this setting or support different increments, like changing by 5-second intervals.
It’s important to follow the instructions specific to your service provider accurately and know your phone number’s voicemail settings to ensure successful modification.
Step-by-Step Guide to Extend Ringtone
Extending the ring time on your mobile phone is a straightforward process that can help you avoid missing phone calls.
By adjusting a few settings or entering specific codes, your phone can ring for longer periods before a call goes to voicemail or is diverted.
For iPhone Users
If you’re using an iPhone in Australia, adjusting the ring time requires dialing a special code. Here’s what you need to do:
- Open the Phone app.
- Dial
**61*321**[Seconds]#, replacing[Seconds]with the desired number of seconds you want your iPhone to ring. The time can be set in 5-second increments, up to 30 seconds. - Press the call button to set the new ring duration.
This method works for most Australian carriers, including Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone.
For Android Users
Android users can also extend ring time by using a similar method to that of iPhone users. Follow these steps:
- Open the Phone call app on your Android smartphone.
- Enter
**61*[Your Voicemail Number]**[Seconds]#, inserting the correct voicemail number for your carrier and choosing your preferred ring time in seconds. - Press the call button to save the changes.
Carrier-Specific Instructions
Each carrier may have unique codes or additional steps for setting up extended ring time or call forwarding features. For instance:
- Telstra: You can extend your phone’s ring time by entering the code
**61*101**[Seconds]#on your phone keypad and then press the call button. - Optus: You usually need to use a code similar to
**61*321**[Seconds]#for extending your ring duration. - Vodafone: For Vodafone customers, the process remains consistent with the universal GSM code to extend ring time to the desired length by dialing
**61*Phone Number**[Seconds]#.
Remember to replace [Seconds] it with the number of seconds you want your phone to ring before diverting to voicemail.
The increments can typically be set as 15, 20, 25, or 30 seconds with many operators. Always check with your specific carrier if you encounter issues or if you are using a carrier like SpinTel or a SIM-only plan, as instructions may vary slightly.
