why is my phone not picking up wifi suddenly

this is the second iphone 5 of mine it is happening to,it was working perfectly fine and then it just refused to pick up wifi.i reset network settings and erased my whole iphone.

iPhone 5, iOS 7.1.2

Posted on Aug 19, 2014 12:52 AM

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Aug 21, 2014 8:24 AM in response to Vash_m

Hi Vash_m,


Welcome to Apple Support Communities.


It sounds like your iPhone isn't able to find a Wi-Fi network. Take a look at the article linked below, it has some great suggestions for troubleshooting Wi-Fi issues including what I've highlighted below.


iOS: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections

http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398

Unable to locate a Wi-Fi network

  1. Verify that the network is available by tapping Settings > Wi-Fi and choosing from the available networks. Note: It may take a few seconds for the Wi-Fi network name to appear.
  2. Move closer to your wireless router (access point) and attempt to locate the Wi-Fi network.
  3. If you do not see the network you would like to join, you may be attempting to connect to a hidden network. Learn how to join a hidden network.
  4. Supported Wi-Fi configurations vary by iOS device model. Find out which standards your device supports3.
  5. Reset network settings by tapping Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. Note: This will reset all network settings including:
    • previously connected Wi-Fi networks and passwords
    • recently used Bluetooth accessories
    • VPN and APN settings


I hope this helps.

-Jason

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