When my iphone 7 plus is locked wifi is being disabled (not connected anymore) and thus unable to receive anything via internet.

Unable to connect with wifi when my iphone is locked. When i unlock it is connected again. This is impacting internet connection and apps which are using internet. Example unable to get Whatsapp messages when my iphone is locked. Device used is iphone 7 plus.

iPhone 7 Plus, iOS 10.2.1

Posted on Feb 1, 2017 1:32 AM

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Feb 3, 2017 11:49 AM in response to IgorSerikava

IgorSerikava wrote:


Well, this is an annoying feature... Apple should put some options to disable this...

Thanks for all.

I don't see that happening, since it has been the other way since the introduction of the phone in 2007. Disabling the wi-fi radio helps reduce battery drain. As soon as the device is awakened, wi-fi reconnects. It will use cellular data for notifications, and then if within wi-fi range will immediately transfer to wi-fi as soon as it is awakened. As Tim asked, do you not have a cellular data plan? Notifications would only use a very small amount of data.

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When my iphone 7 plus is locked wifi is being disabled (not connected anymore) and thus unable to receive anything via internet.

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