Have you ever encountered an error message saying “no network connection” or “phone’s only good for 911 emergency calls”? It can be really frustrating, especially if you’re paying for a phone service. In this article, we’ll provide you with some pro tips on how to troubleshoot and fix your mobile network connection issues.
One common cause of network connection issues is high radio frequency (RF) traffic in a building, such as an office, government building, hospital, or school. The good news is that the easy fix is to leave the building and reboot or restart your phone. This will reset the connection and often do the trick.
Another solution is to check your phone’s settings, specifically the mobile network settings. Make sure that you have activated v-o-l-t-e LTE (long-term Evolution, essentially 4G) and selected LTE CD CDMA under your connection type. Restart your phone and see if it fixes your mobile network problem.
If the above solutions don’t work, the last resort is to contact your carrier’s customer service. In some cases, you might need to escalate the situation to a manager to reset your SIM card. Representatives usually cannot access your phone carrier representative, so a manager can help you with this.
It’s important to note that if you have a third-party carrier like TracFone or Straight Talk, you might need to go even further to resolve the issue. These carriers use a discount deal with major carriers like AT&T or Verizon, and you might need to contact your carrier directly to reset your SIM card at the foundation level of the carrier service.
In conclusion, experiencing network connection issues can be a real pain. However, with these pro tips, you can troubleshoot and fix the issue yourself or escalate it to your carrier’s customer service to have it resolved. Stay connected and enjoy your phone service without any interruption!