iOS 14.0.1 wifi issues

Any WiFi router that has MAC filter enabled may not accept the “Private” MAC address feature of the new feature added in iOS 14.0.1 to each WiFi profile saved. Turning off the private Mac Address on the specific WiFi profile may allow your device to connect.

Another issue is it connects fine but moments later it prompts for password on a saved profile. Turning off “wifi assist” in Cellular settings (absolute bottom of the list) will allow the device to remain connected on weaker range areas of this wifi profile.

I suspect the failing over to WiFi profile flip flopping is triggering a false positive on the algorithm that the wifi profile saved is incorrect and thus asks for a re-authentication.

Same issues here with both iPad and iPhone XS. It all started with 14.0.1, with no problems at all at 14.0. iPhone was fixed with complete reinstall/reset (resotring backup went just fine). iPad solved by connecting through other accesspoint (still strange that a previously fine ssid now no longer works..)

iphone 11pro, ios 14.0.1: Since Iʻve updated, my wifi also was not working. I did the whole "reset network, airplane mode, reset router, soft reset, hard reset and so on." Frustrated as ****, but I did not want to do a factory reset just yet. While researching I found someone was talking to Apple support about disabling any VPN apps. I did not download any VPN apps, but in "settings" I switched off the VPN button and all of a sudden my wifi is working. Hope this helps till Apple fixes this issue. My download speeds also jumped up from 15mbps to 60

I had the same issue. Here is what I did. May not work for everyone, but may help someone.

• updated firmware on all wireless network nodes (Linksys Velop Mesh)
• took everything down (inc. cable modem)
• restarted in the reverse sequence: 1st - cable modem; 2nd - wireless network

I know it sounds basic/simple, but it worked. After 2 days of trying to fix it, that's all that matters.

Alas! After trying everything, I have finally found THE solution for once and for all.

Sadly, that solution involves what we all feared, which is backing up our phones and doing a complete reset (settings and content). Then, just restore from backup and your wifi capability will be fully restored!

After many days of dealing with this annoying issue, both mine and my gf’s iPhones are back to working 100%.

Thanks everyone for helping to look for solutions like I was. Phew! It’s all over now and we can go back on with our lives. Lol

Same issue but also affected internet data on my phone data plan. How it got fixed— we disabled my VPN. With this update the VPN basically stopped internet connection before it could get established. All that has to do is VPN keeping your tablet/phone’s identity out of the loop, so to speak. Once VPN was shut down I got my internet data connectivity back and could connect to and use WiFi again. Kudos to local sharp T-mobile sales guy who identified and fixed the problem (at least in my case).

Apologies for the confusion.

each WiFi profile (SSID) saves on an iPhone for reoccurring use, has a setting when you touch the “i” icon. It is called “private address.” It slides on/off. This is specific to each saved profile on each iPhone.

I have been having issues where I’ve got full signal strength, but the WiFi will just keep dropping.

I looked into it and turned off the new Private Address feature in iOS 14. I suppose this feature helps keep your device private on public networks, but you really don’t need it on your secure home WiFi network.

ince turning this off, I’ve found my WiFi no longer drops!

If you’re using a VPN app, make sure your subscription hasn’t lapsed. If it has, turn off the VPN from the app (not from Settings). Mine did and it caused my WiFi to stop working. It showed I was connected to WiFi but the WiFi symbol wasn’t there and it wasn’t connecting.

Had a connectivity issue on my 11 pro after upgrading to 14.0.1. apple support was great! I deleted the vpn and problem solved. All back to normal.

If you have vpn turned on and it tries to connect, for some reason the wifi and cellular data become unstable. By deleting the vpn the issue was solved.

Have a great day!

Make sure reimporting your backup does not reinstall a third party VPN. On my wife’s iPhone, that was the problem. NordVPN (for instance) yet need to update their app for iOS 14. Once out, phone (and wifi) worked like a charm. For those pointing at home router, let me tell you that the wifi problem also occured at the Apple Store, God’s home to an iPhone.... The minute we removed the VPN app, everything was back to normal. Do NOT just shut it off (mine was automatically popping ON....) - REMOVE (DELETE) It.

I found this hack on another site. I tried it and have had no issues staying connected to WiFi since.

Open the Settings app, then go to “Wi-Fi”

Find the wi-fi network you’re connected to, then tap the “I” button next to the network name

Tap on “Forget This Network”

Exit out of Settings

Turn on AirPlane Mode by pulling down Control Center and tapping the AirPlane icon (or by activating it from Settings), leave it on for a few seconds, then turn AirPlane mode back off again

Return to the Settings app and go back to “Wi-Fi”

Re-join the wireless network you were previously connected to.

Most issues here are caused by use of third party VPN. Remove the VPN app and your wifi issues should resolve instantly. (Do not just shut it off, remove the app). Once the app provider comes with an update, you can reinstall if you want.

Please ensure you do not use a third party VPN application. Your issue would even occur on wifi at the iPhone’s God’s house (Apple Store).

i had this issue for weeks and all they dod was remove nordVPN (not just try to shut it off, DELETE it). After 3 weeks of this nightmare (includind full reset, nothing worked), just removing that VPN instantly gave me back perfect behaviour. As you say: your phone behave bad even on other peoples wifi.

dedete any third party VPN app you may have. Please read above. Most above (including myself) resolved the issue in a snap (after struggling for weeks) by doing so. Do not just shut it off: delete the app.