Hotspot Issues After Updates on Android and iPhone

Hotspot Issues After Updates on Android and iPhone

System updates are meant to improve your phone, but sometimes they bring unexpected problems — including hotspot issues. Across the UK, from London and Manchester to Birmingham and Edinburgh, AvNexo users frequently report that their mobile hotspot stops working, disconnects frequently, or shows “connected but no internet” right after updating Android or iOS devices.

Why Updates Cause Hotspot Problems

Hotspot issues after updates usually stem from software conflicts rather than hardware failures:

• New network settings: Updates can reset or misconfigure APN or tethering options.
• Buggy system patches: Audio, network, or security patches may inadvertently interfere with hotspot functionality.
• App incompatibility: Third-party VPNs, firewall apps, or security software may conflict with new OS behaviours.
• Frequency band changes: Updates can adjust default 2.4GHz or 5GHz hotspot bands, preventing certain devices from connecting.

AvNexo UK testing shows that most post-update hotspot issues are temporary and resolvable with a few simple steps.

Step-by-Step Fixes

Step 1: Restart Your Phone and Devices

After an update, restarting your phone and the devices you intend to connect often resolves connectivity issues by refreshing network connections.

Step 2: Verify APN and Tethering Settings

Settings → Mobile Network → Access Point Names

• Ensure your operator’s APN is selected (EE, O2, Vodafone, Three)
• Reset to default if necessary
• Check Hotspot & Tethering options are enabled

Many UK users forget that updates can toggle these settings off.

Step 3: Toggle Frequency Band

Hotspot → Wi-Fi Band → Switch between 2.4GHz and 5GHz

Some devices fail to connect after an update if the hotspot band defaults to one incompatible with the client device. AvNexo testing in Manchester and Edinburgh confirmed switching bands solves frequent post-update issues.

Step 4: Disable VPNs or Security Apps

Third-party apps that manage network traffic may block updated OS hotspot behaviour. Temporarily disabling them can restore connectivity.

Step 5: Reset Network Settings if Needed

Android: Settings → System → Reset → Reset Wi-Fi, Mobile & Bluetooth

iPhone: Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Reset → Reset Network Settings

This clears residual conflicts from the update and restores normal hotspot operation.

Carrier Considerations

Post-update changes may interact differently with your mobile plan:

• EE and Vodafone may require hotspot add-ons after certain updates
• O2 may limit tethering speeds temporarily
• Three usually allows unlimited hotspot but check APN settings

Checking with your operator prevents unnecessary troubleshooting if the issue stems from plan restrictions.

Preventive Tips

• Verify hotspot functionality immediately after an update
• Keep APN and tethering settings noted for quick restoration
• Use compatible frequency bands for your devices
• Restart devices regularly after updates to refresh network settings

Conclusion

Hotspot issues after updates on Android and iPhone are usually software-related and resolvable without hardware replacement. UK users following AvNexo-tested steps — checking APN, toggling frequency bands, disabling interfering apps, and resetting network settings — can restore full functionality quickly, avoiding frustration and downtime.

Meta description: Hotspot not working after updates? Discover UK-tested fixes for Android and iPhone including APN, network reset, and frequency band adjustments.

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