Hotspot Option Not Working
The hotspot option in the scroll down menu is appearing but it is faded due to some reason, and when I go to the settings and hotspot, is asking me to contact my sim career i.e Zong!
iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 18
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I found the solution to this problem myself, and I’ll explain it step by step:
- Go to Settings.
- Tap on Mobile Service/Cellular.
- Scroll down and find SIMs (this is where your mobile networks like Zong, Ufone, or Jazz are listed).
- Select the SIM you want to use for your hotspot (e.g., Zong, Jazz, Ufone, etc.).
- Look for Mobile Data Network.
- Under this section, you’ll see APN settings. Change all the APN names to the same name—preferably your network provider’s name (e.g., ZONG, UFONE, or JAZZ).
- Once you’ve set them all to the same name, your hotspot should start working properly.
I’m currently using iOS 18.0.1, so the settings might be slightly different in other iOS versions.
Understanding the Issue:
The main problem is that the APN names are set differently by default, which prevents the hotspot from working. By making all APN names the same, the issue is resolved.
