5G provides a super fast wireless network, but that’s not good if you can’t connect to it. Do you have an iPhone capable of supporting 5G but not working? If you have problems with these connections, don’t worry, there are many alternatives you can follow.
So today we bring you some solutions that you must try in case 5G is not working on your iPhone.
1. Make sure your iPhone supports 5G network
Supports all iPhone 12 models and above This networkThis includes all iPhone 12 models, all iPhone 13 models, all iPhone 14 models, and any variants of it including Pro, Mini, Pro Max, Plus, etc.
iPhone models older than this Does not support 5G networkSo if you have an older model that can't connect to 5G, you already know why.
2. Make sure your carrier offers 5G network
It's also essential to make sure that your carrier and your plan offer 5G, as not all carriers do. You can confirm this with your carrier directly, or by checking with your plan.
3. Make sure 5G is enabled on your iPhone
Some users may find that 5G is not enabled on their iPhone, which prevents them from accessing such a network. Some users may also enable or disable 5G depending on the battery, as higher speeds usually drain iPhone battery more quickly.
You can check if 5G is enabled on your iPhone by performing the following steps:
1. Go to "Settings" on your iPhone.
2. Then go to "Mobile Network".
3. Go to "Options".
4. Now click on “Voice and Data”.
5. Make sure 5G is enabled.
4. Check 5G coverage in your area
Not all fields You have a 5G network available, even if your cellular or carrier plan offers 5G. For example, if you're in a rural area, you won't have 5G, but instead go back to LTE networks, which are still very fast but not as fast as 5G. You can confirm 5G coverage by checking your carrier's website, where coverage maps are available.
5. Turn Airplane mode on and off again
Turning Airplane mode on and off is a common trick in troubleshooting iPhone network and connectivity issues, so you should try it out. You can turn Airplane mode on and off via Settings, or by going to Control Center and toggling the Airplane icon.
Other 5G Troubleshooting Alternatives
You can try resetting the network settings on your iPhone, which will erase all network data, including saved Wi-Fi passwords and DNS customizations, but it may resolve any network issues you have. sometimes, Force restarting your iPhone may cause your 5G network to start again. Do this on any 5G compatible iPhone by pressing the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons, then press and hold the Power button until you see the Apple logo on the screen.
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