As new smartphone models appear, their dimensions increase. This has different advantages and in turn some cons. In the particular case in which you must use more than one mobile the size of each of them will be an important factor.
It is likely to be uncomfortable. We will show you that it is also unnecessary. And is that thanks to a service that allows you to use two different accounts in a single messaging app you can forget about having to carry two devices.
It can be used, for example, to manage your personal and work account in a single device. You will find in this post, what this tool is about and how to use it as an expert.
What is dual messaging and what is this function for in telecommunications?
As we mentioned in the introduction, it is a tool available on certain smartphones. It comes from natively (installed by the manufacturer, not by Android) and it allows to configure two telephone numbers in a single mobile.
It is important to say that Android only allows single installation. That is to say, you cannot have Telegram twice, for example. There is no function in the system to do the opposite.
And, although the device has the possibility of inserting two SIM cards, the hardware manufacturer must include its own application to use them simultaneously. However, there are alternative methods to use this service. Use the Parallel Space app is one of them. This application allows cloning some messaging services such as WhatsApp, Messenger and others.
To perform cloning, the program creates a parallel space where we can add applications, even if we already have them installed.
Uses of Dual Messaging When can we get the most out of it?
There are multiple uses and advantages of using this technology. And like all things, it also has disadvantages. The same They vary according to the use that we give. To clarify the matter a little more, let's see the following. Can use different data plans. Also, use a SIM from the country you are visiting, without the need to remove the usual one.
Separate the actions. If for example you are community manager and you do not want to associate your accounts in social networks with those of your work, the most appropriate would be that you use separate applications. In this way you will also protect yourself from possible errors such as posting personal entries on a company profile or brand you work for. This point can be valid for anyone who wants to maintain a clear division between work and personal life.
Unify support. According to the above, it would also be convenient to use two or more mobiles instead of one. However, handling two phones means checking two batteries, charging two power cords, carrying more items in your pockets, etc. For this reason, using the dual system is a great benefit.
In this sense, the option can also mean a disadvantage. In the event that the device fails, we will not have a spare one on hand. Or worse yet, if the mobile falls into the water Both SIM cards could be damaged.
Another drawback of the Dual system is the little knowledge that users have about this utility. There are not many tutorials on the Internet to help us activate it. For this reason we have prepared the following Step by Step.
List of mobile manufacturers
As we mentioned previously, Android does not have a native application for this tool and that is why each manufacturer imposes its particular methodology to activate it. For this reason We will show you how to do it for each brand:
Samsung
To activate Dual messaging perform these steps:
- Open the menu "Settings".
- Go to "Advanced Features".
- Login to Dual Messaging"
- Within this menu you will find the applications available for this systemActivate or deactivate them by sliding the switch.
- Doing so will pop up a confirmation window. Press "Install".
You will find the icon of this duplicate application on the home screen, with the difference that one will have a orange motif at.
Manzana
Although in devices like iPhone XS and later, they brought dual SIMs, virtual SIMs were also added. Anyway, the company does not provide an official tool to use for example WhatsApp with two numbers on the same computer.
However, there are third party applications that allow it. It is important to say that the installation and execution of these applications are at your risk.
Follow these steps to install another WhatsApp:
- Download and install TutuApp. You can do it from its official site.
- Remember that you must have the option of "Trust" within the general settings.
- Within the app, choose to install WhatsApp ++.
- Continue with the steps indicated by the system until finish.
Xiaomi
If your Xiaomi mobile has Dual SIM, you can activate the dual messaging function as follows:
- Choose "Setting" (gear icon).
- Within "Networks and SIM cards" select the desired chip.
- Select if it will be the default for calls and / or messages.
- Choose which one to use the data plan.
After this, you can receive calls and messages addressed to both numbers.
Huawei
This phone allows the use of twin applications, that is, cloned. This is to use the messaging services with two different phone numbers.
Do this to configure it:
- Long press on the application you want to duplicate. (Try WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger).
- From the drop down menu, choose "Twin app".
- Swipe to activate utilization.
After installation, the new App will appear on the phone's desktop.
Motorola
Motorola offers a in the most accessible ways to set up a second SIM for dual messages.
- Turn off the phone.
- Depending on the model you should or should not remove the back cover.
- Put the second chip in place. Make sure they match the size. That is, MicroSIM, NanoSIM, etc.
- Turn on the device again.
- Unlock the screen.
- In an instant a setup wizard said SIM.
Among the options offered you can choose which will make calls, messages, from which line the mobile data will be obtained or if the system should ask you every time.
HTC
Making the configuration is very simple with mobile phones from this company.
To do this you must:
- Login to "Settings".
- Enter the menu "SIM Management".
- Enable or disable the options that appear according to your needs.
- In the case of wanting to indicate to the system from which SIM the mobile data must be obtained, the following should be done:
- Go back to "Settings".
- Login to "Mobile networks".
- Click on "4G Services" enable it.
- Choose from which SIM will connect to the Internet
ZTE
The Chinese company is one of the companies with the most dual SIM devices. In order to configure them properly and thus access the messaging service with two numbers, follow these steps.
- Place both cards in the tray (note that in some models the second one will replace external memory in the slot).
- In settings, use the tab "All settings".
- There you will find and enter "Dual SIM Settings".
- In this menu you can activate or not each one of them.
- Also choose which one will be used for mobile data, messages and calls.
A recommended option is that you personalize the name of the cards and thus you will not be confused.