Safaricom’s My OneApp now works on Airtel data and Wi-Fi after latest updates
Safaricom’s latest My OneApp updates appear to fix the SIM 1 restriction, allowing access over Airtel data and Wi-Fi without forced logouts...
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Safaricom's My OneApp has been updated to allow users to access its services using Airtel mobile data and Wi-Fi, resolving a previous restriction that mandated Safaricom data. This significant change addresses one of the most frustrating issues since the app's initial rollout.
- The My OneApp update (v5.1.6 and later on Android) now permits usage on non-Safaricom networks.
- Safaricom has implemented this fix after initial criticism of the app's restrictive data policy.
- Previously, users were forced to use Safaricom SIM cards in the primary slot for app functionality, leading to frequent logouts on other networks.
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