Wifi works on Mac but not iPhone and iPad

So - as the title suggests, my wifi connection seems to work fine for my MacBook Pro (2021 M1) but not for the iPhone (14 Plus) or iPad (M1 Pro 11").


It works on MBP


But doesn't even show up in the wifi list on iPad


When I do Reset Network Settings, it starts showing up and working on the iPhone, but on the iPad, it only shows up, it says it was "Unable to join the network."


I don't think it's fair to have to do a Network Reset every time I want to connect my devices to my Wifi.


Edit: The WiFi is using WPA2/WPA3-PSK encryption.

iPhone 14 Plus

Posted on Aug 15, 2023 8:38 AM

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Aug 15, 2023 8:44 AM in response to fumblypd

There could be several reasons why your Wi-Fi connection works on your MacBook Pro but not on your iPhone and iPad. Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:


  1. Wi-Fi signals can sometimes interfere with each other, causing connectivity problems. Try changing the Wi-Fi channel on your router's settings to see if it improves the connection on your devices.
  2. Ensure that your Wi-Fi router is placed in a central location and is not obstructed by walls or other objects. This will help in better signal distribution.
  3. Try restarting your Wi-Fi router. Unplug it from power, wait for about 10 seconds, and then plug it back in.
  4. Some devices might have issues with certain Wi-Fi frequency bands (2.4GHz or 5GHz). Try connecting to the other frequency band on your devices to see if it makes a difference.
  5. If none of the above steps work, there might be an issue with your internet service provider (ISP). Contact them to check if there are any connectivity problems on their end.
  6. On your iPhone and iPad, try forgetting the Wi-Fi network and then reconnecting to it. To do this, go to Settings > Wi-Fi, tap the network name, and then tap "Forget This Network." After that, reconnect and enter the Wi-Fi password.


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If you've tried all of these steps and are still experiencing issues, you might want to reach out to Apple Support for further assistance. They can provide more personalized guidance based on the specific details of your devices and network setup.

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