iPhone 15 Pro hotspot slow on iPad (A16) after iPadOS 26 update

i tried to share the hotspot of my iPhone 15 pro , which is on iOS 26 to my iPad a16, which is on iPadOS 26, previously before updating my iPad to iOS 26, sharing hotspot was simple and the speeds would be fast enough to use, but after updating my iPad, the speeds are too slow for me to even use, and I think this is largely a bug, because I have restarted both devices and checked for any issues with the carrier. No issues whatsoever that I know of. Please update asap, I use the iPad on the go for work




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Original Title: Sharing Hotspot issues

iPhone 15 Pro

Posted on Nov 4, 2025 6:38 PM

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Nov 4, 2025 7:14 PM in response to azaelB

"Slow hotspot speeds after iPadOS 26 update on iPhone 15 Pro: [...]No issues whatsoever that I know of. Please update asap, I use the iPad on the go for work"

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With Operating System?:

First Off: iPadOS is for iPads, whereas iOS is for iPhones. So, there is no way you could have installed iPadOS 26 on an iPhone.


Troubleshooting Personal Hotspot on an iPhone and an iPad:


Go here, in the order provided:

1. How to Set Up a Personal Hotspot on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


2. Share your Internet Connection from iPhone - Apple Support


3. If Personal Hotspot is Not Working on your iPhone or iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular) - Apple Support

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iPhone 15 Pro hotspot slow on iPad (A16) after iPadOS 26 update

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