iPhone 15 Pro Max 5G connection slow after 26.2.1 update

JohnnyDawg wrote:

I should just crawl under a rock, never to be heard from again, but…

The plan I have with Pure Talk simply ran out for the month.

Haha.

Nah. That’s a facepalm, max. 😁

On the bright side, your phone didn’t stall out while you were in the process of updating iOS!

To save a few bucks, I got the cheapest plan that only has 10gb of data, never thinking I'd use even that much. Turns out, I used that much in only 2 1/2 weeks.

Consider creating a new thread soliciting suggestions for staying within your data budget. It’s the type of evergreen Q that carries a philanthropic upside, since the input you receive will likely benefit alot of ppl down the line (in addition to yourself).

JohnnyDawg wrote:

After upgrading my iPhone 15 Pro Max to 26.2.1 this week, some things are REALLY slow over my 5G connection, even with 4-5 bars showing. For example, today while in the car (no WiFi available), I tried downloading a podcast, and even after about 12-15 minutes, it was still loading. Normally, podcast downloads are almost instantaneous or about 5 seconds max.

Other than loading 26.2.1, I can't think of anything else that I could have done to cause this issue.

Any ideas/suggestions would be GREATLY appreciated!

Restart your phone.

Check for carrier updates in cellular settings.

Report the issue to your mobile provider or look at their help site.