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Extremely poor data connection

Nick02 — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:49:09 GMT

Can anyone help me out with the data speed on the cellular network. I have an Iphone 14 Pro and can’t barely get 1 mgps which is just nightmare to use. It’s been going on for quite a while just now decided to look into it. Any tips would greatly appreciated.

thanks!

Re: Extremely poor data connection

slusagm — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:50:35 GMT

@Nick02

just today or yesteray? or a problem for long time?

try Reset Network Settings on the iPhone. And check what network mode. It might be 5G Auto, try 4G

Re: Extremely poor data connection

RezaK — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:54:29 GMT

Please go through following steps:

Check Signal Strength: Ensure you have good signal strength (more bars) on your phone. If you are in an area with poor coverage, that could be the issue.
Restart Your Phone: Sometimes, simply restarting your phone can resolve connectivity issues.
Check for Updates: Ensure your iPhone's iOS is up to date. Sometimes, updates include improvements and bug fixes related to connectivity.
Toggle Airplane Mode: Turn on Airplane Mode for about 10 seconds, then turn it off. This can reset your connection to the cellular network.
Reset Network Settings: Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. Note that this will erase saved Wi-Fi passwords.
Contact Your Carrier: There might be issues with your carrier's network. Contact them to check if there are any known problems or if they have specific settings for your device.
Check Data Plan: Ensure you haven’t reached your data limit, as some carriers throttle speeds after a certain threshold.
Switch to a Different Network Type: Try switching between LTE, 5G, or 3G to see if there’s any improvement. You can do this in Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options > Voice & Data.
Remove and Reinsert SIM Card: Sometimes, reseating the SIM card can help.
Disable VPN: If you are using a VPN, try disabling it to see if it improves your speed.
Test in Different Locations: Try using your phone in different locations to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if it's a location-specific problem.
Use Wi-Fi: If available, use Wi-Fi instead of cellular data when you're in a place with a reliable Wi-Fi network.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, it might be a hardware problem with your phone, in which case visiting an Apple Store or an authorized service provider would be advisable.

Re: Extremely poor data connection

golfball — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:55:46 GMT

Be warned that if you reset your network settings you will lose all wifi passwords and all paired Bluetooth devices.

Re: Extremely poor data connection

Terryscell — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 16:48:14 GMT

Is it possible a VPN is on? That kills speed.

Re: Extremely poor data connection

Nick02 — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 17:41:25 GMT

I’ve tried everything still getting less than 1MB of data. Just can’t use the phone. Submitted a ticket to look into this as it has been going on for months now. Will see how it goes! Thanks for all who’ve tried to help!