Internet and Phone Scenarios

Last checked: 2026-06-09 Scenario library updated 10 concrete scenarios, 10 re-confirmed in the latest run

Mobile data, eSIM, roaming, VPN, SMS, and local-number dependencies.

The latest automatic review run re-confirmed 10 internet and phone scenario pages.

1. Your eSIM Does Not Connect After LandingA first-hour recovery path when a travel eSIM fails at the airport. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.
2. Your Phone Does Not Support eSIMHow to build an internet plan when the travel eSIM option is unavailable. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.
3. Hotel Wi-Fi Does Not Open Your Work AppsWhat to do when hotel Wi-Fi works but foreign work tools or messages do not. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.
4. Roaming Is Too Slow for Maps After LandingHow to recover when home-carrier roaming connects but cannot support maps or ride-hailing. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.
5. A Local SIM Counter Asks for Your PassportWhat to prepare when buying a mainland China SIM card as a visitor. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.
6. An App Requires a Mainland Phone NumberHow to decide what to do when a China app or mini-program rejects your foreign number. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.
7. Your VPN App Does Not Work on Wi-FiA cautious recovery path when Wi-Fi and VPN access fail during a short China trip. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.
8. You Cannot Receive Bank SMS in ChinaHow to avoid getting locked out of card approval, payment, or login flows because SMS does not arrive. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.
9. I didn’t realize LetsVPN stopped working in China. My brother is stuck without a working VPN…How to recover when your usual map setup fails and you need a reliable China map backup. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.
10. Google Maps Not Working in China? Use This Amap (Gaode) Itinerary Hack!How to recover when your usual map setup fails and you need a reliable China map backup. Auto re-confirmed on 2026-06-09.