Hi everyone! A couple weeks ago I bought a new Galaxy A32 5G. I really like it, but it has one particularly strange issue. When I'm connected to my home WiFi, it will disconnect every 30 seconds or so and then reconnect itself within a matter of seconds. It works fine when it is connected, but…
Okay so our Chromecast was working fine, but we changed our password on the Router and now only some apps on our Chromecast with Google TV. Yes we updated the password on the Chromecast. Some apps like Hulu, Netflix and YouTube work perfectly fine. But others like Amazon Prime and peacock have…
I eithef get a page that asks ne to end my ssid and password and that alwas ends in errors or i get a list of my wifi connections but I cant click on them ,Welcome to Android Central! Are you connecting to your own home wi-fi network, or is this a public network ? Please register on this forum…
Google and Eero both make some pretty phenomenal hardware, but in the arena of home networking, which of the two businesses is the better bet? We've pitted the new Nest Wifi Router against the Eero Pro 6 to find out.…
I've had this problem for a couple of days, at my own house it will sometimes disconnect from the WiFi and then reconnect, this has been occurring a lot more recently, it can be quite infuriating especially if it is disconnected for a prolonged amount of time. I went to someone's house today and…
There are some great mesh systems to choose from, but which is the right one for you? We'll help you sort them out.
Upgrade your home with a smart thermostat for savings on your energy bill, including some instant rebates from your electric company. This thermostat is easy to control and looks great on your wall in one of four colors. You can also upgrade your home WI-Fi with a Google WiFi mesh system or a Nes
Trying to connect to wifi and I get the message "cannot search for all wifi networks. Check SIM card or mobile network". I am. Currently overseas so I have airplane mode and I'm using the wifi in the hotel. It was working fine and then it stopped. Help! ,Welcome to Android Central! Does this per…
Hi All, We have the following infrastructure for unmanaged Android 11 phones used by our staff: Windows Server NPS Server Configured with Cisco WAPs as RADIUS Clients NPS Network Policy using server-side public CA certificate to create a secure TLS tunnel to protect user authentication. ea…
Getting unfortunately, launcher4 has stopped when trying to connect to wifi ,Welcome to Android Central! Does this happen with any wi-fi network? Try going to , tap Menu>Show System, select Launcher4, then Storage, then Clear Cache/Clear Data. Be aware that you'll have to set up your homescre…
've noticed that while I'm connected to WIFI, the 5G or LTE symbol will sometimes popup in the status bar and then go away. You can see this in the screenshots below where the top photo shows LTE while connected to WIFI and in the photo below, its gone, which I think is normal. I'm just curious…
Hi there, How can I limit my phone to only connect to 2.4ghz wifi? The wifi system does not show separate 2.4 ghz and 5ghz networks. I don't have access to the router. My S20 is running Android 11. Thanks, Tom ,Hi unfortunately if you don't have control of the wifi and it doesn't show which t…
I am not able to connect wifi ,Welcome to Android Central! Is this your home wi-fi network, or some other network? Were you using someone else's private network, and now they've secured it with a password? Please register on this forum, which will allow you to engage in discussion more easily,…
Whenever I play Call of Duty Mobile on my Phone using my wifi, the loots, enemies, and even teammates do not appear in the map and it says cannot connect to server. But if I use data or other wifi I can play the game no problem. Also my other phones using our wifi can play the game without a prob…
If you want to build a mesh network at home without Google, there is a ton of competition. Whether you want better speeds, prices, or a different experience, there are plenty of options to get connected.
Every time I connect to my wifi my phone will freeze and glitch up. But when I turn it off, everything is back to normal. ,Which phone ? Put the device in safe mode , does it still happen? I'll leave a Link to register so you can communicate here, As a guest account you can only post questions…
I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab A that quite often does not connect to Hotel WiFi's or many other pubic sites. It is inconsistent and states that the connection is established but Chrome indicates internet unavailable. My temporary Solution is to connect and then in the Chrome Browser put in the IP a…
WiFi and 5g icons on at same time. Am I paying for data usage when this happens ,This a Samsung ? No shouldn't be using data when this shows . I'll leave a Link to register so you can communicate here, As a guest account you can only post questions but can't reply ,Welcome to Android Central!…
Overall my 6 Pro experience has been pretty awesome! There's a few quirks here and there I've run into but figured that'd be the case with a newly released phone and first gen chip. The one thing I keep running into that's driving me nuts though has to do with WiFi ... Every once in a while I'l…
I have an Oppo Find X3 with Android 12 and ColorOS. Phone disconnects from a non-roure wifi when it goes into idle. No setting to switch on the standard UI like "always on" for wifi connections. So it does not stay connected to car's wifi when I'm in the car which means some of the car's connecte…
I have a tablet running Android 11. Android is up to date. For the most part, everything works. I just can't get some apps to connect to the internet . For instance, the HBOMax app doesn't connect. It says I am offline. I can simultaneously connect to HBOMax via the browser, but not the app. S…
I've had this issue with my pixel 4a and now my s21 Randomly the amazon and ring apps would stop loading properly when connected to wifi but work fine on LTE Suddenly I won't be able to load my orders or can't click on review images or product images. It just keeps on loading Ring will take a…
My wifi denies the access to every devices after some hour of usage for eg i can use it whole day and the next morning it would show that wifi is not connected and when i try connecting again it denies the access everytime i have to turn the power on and off for solving this problem What is the…
If your Wi-Fi at home is busted or you want to make a change, which should you buy? We break down the differences to help you make the best decision for your home.
I have android 10. Everything I've read about sharing wifi access with a qr code has an option for sharing under the wifi network you're logged into. I don't have that option, qr code or otherwise. Since I'm running android 10, I should have it, right? Is it hiding somewhere else? Tia! , Sorry, b…
Hi, for many years now, I have had wifi networks named Shelby and/or Shelby1 that are always in my wifi list no matter where I am. I was sort of hoping with a new phone, the network wouldn't be there anymore, but it is. They literally follow me, which makes me think it's coming from my phone some…
How to I connect to network? ,Insert a SIM and switch on Mobile Data. For a Wifi network, switch on Wifi and enter the password of the relevant network, or agree to the terms if free. That’s how it’s done. Of course, connecting alone isn’t much good. To use a network, you normally have t…
This just started a few days ago. I have a Samsung Galaxy S10 phone running Android 11. We have a home network with good strong WiFi called RingIvy86. The other day a new WiFi appeared called Go Bears, and I cannot force my phone not to auto-connect to it. It's not even as strong as our WiFi,…
After switching on the phone works ok for 5 minutes then wont send or receive emails , go on the internet or access my online banking. Still makes and receives calls but nothing else. If I switch off and then on it works for 5 minutes again and then the same connection difficulties experienced re…
I want to change WiFi network band on my Samsung A51 according to Spectrum but the router only lists one listed WiFi Network Name. My phone automatically connects to the 5GHz band and the phone settings does not show that both the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands are available. I need to switch to the 2.4…
Hi! I haven't been able to get the phone and my computer to see each other yet - yes they're on the same network, and I added the connect and wireless monitor apps. I'm guessing there's a system setting I've missed somewhere, but can't find it. Anybody? , Have you installed the Wireless Display…
For the last 2 days I've had a white plus sign on my wifi icon on my LG G4. Haven't downloaded anything new and went through all app permissions and settings. It doesn't stay on all the time, it comes and goes all the time. Never seen it before yesterday. ,Hello! Does this happen only on a partic…
My P6 Pro is really buggy. I dont know what it is but my P5 through all the betas for 12 for more solid than this phone. Ive had my phone for about a week now to give it enough time to see what was just a fluke or a continuing annoyance. For one, notifications just wont stay set. It seems like…
It disables Mt wifi but if I connect it to another wifi it's fine ,See if you have the option in settings>apps>tap 3 dots upper right corner>choose special access >wifi control history, anything there ? I'll leave a Link to register so you can communicate here, As a guest account you can only po…
Hi Guys, I recently bought a pixel and new to the family, also, i am not a tech geek. I am trying to connect to my office WI-FI, but it is requesting for CA certificate instead of routinely suggested DO NOT VALIDATE. However, if i choose use system CA certificate and tick the do not verify in t…
I recently got an unlocked s10, under Straight Talk utilizing Verizon towers. Got the phone set up and connected, but once I turn on my wifi, it loses mobile connection. It is as if one cannot operate if the other is on. To get LTE back on I have to turn wifi off and sometines reboot or toggle…
Before I a) take a hammer to my phone, b) Factory reset on Redmi Note 9 pro, which is less preferable than the hammer option if it brings back all the bloatware, could someone please help. When I try to connect with a open public wifi hotspot which typically has a redirect to a login page I get…
Google Wifi is a great value for building a simple and functional mesh network but thanks to it's higher speeds and the inclusion of a smart speaker, the Nest Wifi system makes the most sense today.
So for the past month I get this briefly when I try to go online on my note 20 U. It's brief like so brief I had a hard time getting a screen shot of it. It's basically always saying no wifi, but then it connects. It's just this brief message everytime. My wifi is great. Many other devices in…
Google's Nest Wifi might be some of the best-known mesh networking hardware on the market, but it's far from the only option available. If you're looking for alternatives, there are plenty — and many of them blow Google out of the water.…
I want to change WiFi network band on my Samsung A51 according to Spectrum but the router only lists one listed WiFi Network Name. My phone automatically connects to the 5GHz band and the phone settings does not show that both the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands are available. I need to switch to the 2.4…
Google's chat support has been useless in my efforts to diagnose and resolve this issue. When attempting to stream videos from Google Photos or from my PC, the videos buffer, freeze and, oftentimes, the connection is terminated to the Chromecast. The freezing and disconnects occur when browsing…
I have the S21 and I have been on Consumer Cellular for the past six months. My phone is not receiving data when using the cellular network. This just happened recently, I'd say in the past week. Before that everything worked. I do get data when connected to WiFi. I can receive and send ph…
For a while now my Samsung S10 automatically connects to some device or TV . I only happens sometimes, when I use Instagram, YouTube or Spotify, or any kind of App that plays Audio. It very annoying and I don't know which device it could be, I only know it ain't in my house. And i don't even hav…
My phone is almost unusable without WiFi, in my location . However, my phone often fails to use WiFi for a voice call. It seems to get into a “mode” in which it won’t do so. My internet is working . My phone indicates that it is connected to my WiFi. WiFi calling is “on”. Yet, c…
How do I make WiFi calls on my HUAWEI modle MAR-LX3A ,If connected to wifi, open your phone app settings, and you should see the option to tick for 'make calls over wifi'. Good luck ,You have Wi-Fi toggle in your notification panel turn it on and it will do the rest . I'll leave a Link to regis…
I need to know now ,From what i read it needs internet connection If you have further questions I'll leave a Link to register so you can communicate here, As a guest account you can only post questions but can't reply ,Welcome to Android Central! You can always email the developer and ask them…
I want to download video at home to tablet from wifi then watch video away from wifi, is this possible? ,Welcome to Android Central! Where are you downloading the video from? Please register on this forum, which will allow you to engage in discussion more easily, as well as post images. ,You…
I have a vehicle diagnostic device that plugs into the ODB2 port of my vehicle for monitoring operational parameters. The device that I have to connect to with my phone to display the information. If I connect my phone to the device generated wifi signal, I lose access to the internet for all o…
Hi Folks, just a PSA here. Today I was able to wirelessly connect my S21Ultra to my Ram Uconnect 12" head unit using a device called AAWireless. Setup was straight forward and quick and no settings needed to be changed on my phone as I already had Android Auto toggled on for Wifi. My phone did…
Hello i know that if you enable wifi ,the hotspot well turn off ,but i want to use the hotspot to share my wifi connection . So i want to know if there is a way to fix this on my Android 6.0 phone . because i don't have Wi-Fi Coverage Extend Feature ,it's only work on android 9+ ,Welcome to An…
The phone will connect to wifi but that's about it. There is an "x" above the bars. I've restarted the phone several times, resetted the network settings as well as resetted the phone to factory settings, and nothing has worked. I purchased the phone almost 2 years ago from Best Buy. It was being…
I have tried connecting my Samsung galaxy s6 phone to Bluetooth headphones that I have used many times before. It does connect to the phone's audio but not media setting. I have tried to manually change it but it's not allowing me. It does connect to other WiFi speakers no problem. Help!!! I am t…
I'm trying to login to my work wifi, which has a captive portal requiring a username/password. I had to do a network reset and now when I try to connect to this network, I'm prompted for a password. Since I don't have a direct password, I can't connect to force the splash page open. I'm usin…
So I'm on my phone and then hang up a phone call, and then try to bring up Google. The screen won't respond. Can't get anything to work. I then try to power off, and I can't. Powering off makes the screen sort of look like its having a seizure. It refuses to reset or turn off. Then, to…
Google WiFi owners are being encouraged to migrate their networks to the Google Home app now that the legacy Google WiFi app will be shut down next month.…
Got a new router recently so i needed to connect my chromecast to my new router. However when I was setting it up, it was able to connect to the network without entering a password because my phone was on the network! How is that even possible? Thought it was the coolest thing ever ,Welcome to An…
I bought a certified refurbished OnePlus Nord 10N 5G. I played with it for a couple of days before my new SIM card from my carrier arrived, and it worked beautifully. I was able to connect to and use WIFI without a problem; I updated to Android 11 and downloaded a few apps, and internal storage…
I have a 6 Pro from Verizon. Every time I restart I get the following notification. "Speech services by Google downloading English update, waiting for network connection." Of course I'm on the Verizon network and the download never starts. My first thought was that something was set to only…
I have a Redmi Note 7. Just updated to MIUI 12.5.1. Now when I'm connected to my home router the it keeps switching from wifi to LTE. If I connect to our extender it doesn't happen, if I connect to a mobile hotspot using a different phone it doesn't happen. Any suggestions? ,Do you have the WiFi…
Found this WI-FI connection on my phone, not sure how it got there, and can't get rid of it . "5099251212" Googled it and found a few people are finding it on their phones and can't get rid of it. Some think its a hacker. Anyone ever come across it any suggestions on getting rid of it. Be
I have using the internet all along from my phone, my laptop is still connected but my phone seem to be blocked. I do not know what's happening ,Welcome to Android Central! Do you mean it won't connect to your office's wi-fi? Try forgetting the wi-fi network from the phone, then reconnect. Ple…
Hi to all I have acquired a 7" chinese tablet from a friend who gave up with it because the wifi will not turn on, as soon as you turn it on it turns back off. I was wondering if flashing it with new firmware might fix it because several factory resets have failed to fix the issue. Having done…
In short, I can access websites with google.com as the domain even though my wifi is disabled and I don't have a data plan. I got a Samsung Galaxy S6 and a 4G LTE connection symbol appears when WiFi is off and mobile data is turned on. Everytime the wifi is off and mobile data is on, anything wit…
For some reason I'm getting no internet connection. I've already restarted my phone and still having the same problem. I can connect to wifi but no over the air connection. My carrier is metro pcs/T-Mobile. Yesterday I had no issues. What else could cause connection issues? Maybe metro hav…
I wanted to update the system on my Huawei honor phone and now it is stuck, I have no access to my data :'(:'( 1-If I press power and Vol down button, the fastboot and rescue mode appear and shows "Phone Locked". 2-If I connect to Hisuite through the FRM and try to recover using System Recovery…
I have a Samsung galaxy s9+ and a Samsung galaxy s20 fe. I am unable to connect to an online game like brawls stars for example. I can surf the web and watch videos so I know my wifi ? ,Is this a work wifi , school ? I'll leave a Link to register so you can communicate here as a guest account y…
I bought an inexpensive headunit to use in my truck that came with Android 5.1.1. It doesn't have anywhere to install a SIM for data, and up until now I have used my phone as a hotspot to share the WiFi with it. Now I want it to give it data full-time with an extra SIM & plan that I have. For inp…
I am having an issue with my LG K92 5g and wifi. It is connected to my home wifi. My Chromecast and my Chromecast TV are connected to the same wifi network . However , my phone cannot see either Chromecast no matter what I do or what settings I change. Other phones in the home can see both Chro…
Not sure if anyone has come across this. I have when trying to connect to a temporary wifi before connecting to my home wifi when setting up devices. I'm currently trying to connect my new a/c to my wifi. You first need to connect to their temporary wifi. I see that network and when I click on it…
So my phone keeps restarting itself when connected to wifi and I can't fix it. My phone is an oppo A71 and it's un-updated, i was gonna update it but i can't connect to wifi, I've also deleted the apps I've installed. Can someone tell me how to fix it please? ,Have you tried safe mode ? I'll l…
My phone Huawei y5 can't connect to safaricom 4g How to rest Huawei y5 on WiFi ,Hi welcome to AC! You try resetting network in settings? ,Have you verified that the device has the radios needed to connect to the signal the provider broadcasts? ,You might find better help with this particular pro…
Hello out there... Not very technical individual here and need some direction on a new device. My phone is a moto g XT1034 from maybe 10yrs ago. It works fine and I am not looking for a new phone. More and more I am finding devices that use an app for an interface. For example I bought a b…
Any time I make or receive a call on Facebook Messenger, 1-2 seconds after connecting my mobile network , same issue on both of them. I've tried reinstalling, clearing data/cache, and turning all permissions on. These have not helped. Other video conferencing apps like Zoom and Google Meets…
I have a Samsung Galaxy A50, and with any WiFi connection, if I go out of range, it does not disconnect from the WiFi connection and does not switch to mobile data. It shows the WiFi icon with no active bars. This happens even if I turn off all Bixby routines and extra WiFi options. And I can't c…
I have a Samsung Tablet 2 10.1 and I have not had an issue with it with the WiFi. I haven't used it in a while but now I try to use it it says it's connected to the WiFi but when I try to use anything requiring the internet it says no connection. I have no problems with anything else in my house…
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I had problem with my Huawei phone while updating to a new system, I was recommended that the only way to solve this problem is Factory reset. I did Wipe Data/Factory reset and it was successful, however when I reboot the phone I see the same screen that was preventing me from starting the phone…
I'm well aware that mediocre hardware with great camera software is the Pixel line M.O. But I have 1 bug that is more than annoying. Before I return this device I'm interested if anyone else has experienced it. Dual SIM. Physical sim won't connect to the network when coming off WiFi. Esim is fi…
I purchased a Galaxy note 8 from Verizon years ago. After being with Verizon for a year I switched to TMobile to save some money and I brought my Verizon note 8 with me. I used the note 8 on TMobile for another year then I switched back to Verizon and got the pixel 4xl. I sold my old note 8 to a…
My MI box isn't picking up the wifi connection on my smart tv but the wifi is working as our cell phones connect to wifi. Please help. It did initially find it when first plugged MI box into t.v then it went away after a day or 2. Thank you ,Welcome to Android Central! I moved this to the Androi…
Suddenly last week they seemed to have lost their connection. Not sure what happened and I might have over-reacted. The watch wound up rebooting and lost everything. What's interesting is that I seem to have recovered a memo or two. Now when I reboot, I get a screen with Accessibility or ?…
I use google messages to text abroad and am connected to wifi. I was wondering, does texting and receiving messages costs anything? ,Nope. I use wifi and no cost regardless of what messaging app I use. ,I'll leave a Link to register so you can communicate here as a guest account you can only post…
Good stats today Better than my 4XL. ,Got my 6 Pro yesterday, didn't want to form any opinion of the battery on day 1 on its first charge, especially with the download/installation/configuration of all of my apps. Today decided to torture it, used it nearly all day for youtube, gaming, spe…
I have an Acer Spin 713, had it for about two weeks, and recently went on an overnight trip. I began using a travel router for security when using hotel wifi and have an issue. I can connect and set it up with my phone, or another windows laptop, but when I use the Chromebook, I can connect to th…
How do i limit mobile data usage by app. I would like to prevent apps from using mobile data, limiting them to Wi-Fi only. Is there an app to do this easily? I see how to prevent apps from using background mobile data, but how can I limit access at the app level? ,If wi-fi is on and there's…
Hi On my moto G5 I cannot keep wifi and mobile ON at the same time. So when I leave home I have to switch off wifi and switch on mobile to be able to use my wifi. When I get back home I have to remember to do the other way round not to waste money. Shouldn't this be automatic? Android version i…
I recently got the Verizon variant of the Pixel 6 and I have the Get More 5G UW plan for my line. However when I run the speed test app, the first image is the "5G" speeds I'm getting. it's currently 11:27am here so the network cant be THAT congested can it? The second photo is taken moments late…
For it to power on again,,,it's a must i disconnect the battery and clip it back ,I'm trying to understand what issue your having is it wifi and why your restarting the device or you have to pull the battery because it won't restart ? I'll leave a Link to register so you can communicate here as…
5G in my area is getting better every week love the speeds 5G gives me. ,You notice faster app downloads , content being loaded? ,For sure, I just got a 5g ipad pro. I haven't even connected it to wifi at work, there isn't a need to. I have an app to remote into my Mac at home. It's works witho…
So I got a the tablet for my younger brother and every time he turns it on every device turns slow how do I fix this? I don't if its my WiFi that can handle more devices or the tablet ,Sounds like your WiFi can't handle more devices, have you tried in another WiFi area? I'll leave a Link to regi…
Does anyone have an answer for this? Someone replied that I put my cell in safe mode...Just how do you do that? If anyone has a way to resolve this asap, please let me know thanks! ,Welcome to the forums. What phone do you have? Could you post a screenshot with that message? ,Here's a screenshot.…
I have an older Samsung Note 10.1 So I have gone back to the original battery. However, I now have a problem with my apps connecting to the internet. This started when I first tried the tablet with the new battery. The tablet can connect to my WiFi without any issues. I can see it is con…
Good Friday morning to everyone. I have a TMO LG V60 and after the Android 11 update i feel that Messages is starting to suffer performance issues. I am experiencing more and more failures of pics sending and receiving when on cellular connection. I am using the stock APN as well as created…
Not able to connect to the Wi-Fi. I have reset device back to the factory settings and still not able to recognize are asking for any type of Wi-Fi coming to connect to even update or do anything ,Welcome to Android Central! Does this happen with any wi-fi network, or just your home network? If…
I got a new assurance wirelessphone today and when I try to connect to my home wifi it sais disabled but when I turn off the security it will cannect it don't make any sense at all ,Well to help answer this we will need some more information. What device is it exactly? Samsung whatever, Moto…
I wanna say something to Svoice but it says im not connected to wifi but i am connected to wifi ,This gotta be older Samsung, which one? I'll leave a Link to register so you can communicate here as a guest account you can only post questions but can't reply ,Welcome to Android Central! S Voic…
Hi, I just replaced my rear camera in an S9+. Upon booting everything was fine except I get no tower. I'm connect to my wife's Hotspot to post this. So WiFi is fine.. ]SIM status says Network - No Connection, Mobile Network State - Disconnected. Service State - Radio Off. I've had it back apa…
After getting into settings, wi-fi it says to Tap Advanced > Wi-Fi frequency band. Select the desired radio band. None of the suggestions apply to this phone. After following the initial steps. there is no 'frequency band to tap' or way to change bands. I already went into the router on my deskt…
The problem is that video is slow from internet browsers only on my Android11 Xperia 10III. If streaming comes trough YouTube or video is recorded everything is fine. Mobil data traffic is good enough. Seams that somewhere system settings is wrong but can't find exactly what. Hope for support. ,H…