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D_sahan
Neighbour
2 years ago

Network Problem

I am experiencing a problem in my phone (iPhone 14 pro). It is disconnecting my data calls(Especially WhatsApp, messenger) when i am calling using mobile data. It showing as reconnecting every 5 seconds and loosing signal strengths suddenly even i am in a fully covered area (downtown Kamloops). I tried restarting, changing voice and data to LTE and 5G time to time. I called customer care twice and visited TELUS showroom in Kamloops Downtown, I was told to switch the mode to LTE and not 5G. No point of using LTE when I am paying for 5G connection. And since I need to call my family using WhatsApp most of the time, I want a proper solution for this. I am on a contract for 2 years, What should I do?

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  • TELUS_Support's avatar
    TELUS_Support
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    Hey D_sahan - Try using LTE. I understand you are paying for 5G, but it is a troubleshooting step to try to reduce as many variables as possible.

     

    You could try swapping your SIM to a new one as well

    • D_sahan's avatar
      D_sahan
      Neighbour
      Hello,

      I have been using LTE for the last two weeks. But there is no improvement. I am really fed up with this. What else can we do?

      Thanks & Regards,
      Sahan Mudannayaka

      • TELUS_Support's avatar
        TELUS_Support
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        Here are a few steps to try and resolve this issue:

        Network Settings Reset:

        • Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This will reset all network-related settings to their defaults but will not delete your data.

        Check for Carrier Settings Update:

        • Sometimes, a carrier settings update can fix connectivity issues. Go to Settings > General > About. If an update is available, you should see a prompt to update.

        Software Update:

        • Ensure your iPhone has the latest iOS update. Go to Settings > General > Software Update.

        Disable Wi-Fi Assist:

        • Sometimes, Wi-Fi Assist can cause issues. Go to Settings > Cellular and scroll to the bottom to disable Wi-Fi Assist.

        Check App Permissions:

        • Make sure WhatsApp and Messenger have the necessary permissions. Go to Settings > Privacy > Microphone and Camera to check that these apps have access.

         

        Network Coverage:

        • Ensure that there are no ongoing network issues in the Kamloops area. Sometimes, localized network issues can cause disruptions. telus.com/outages

        5G vs. LTE:

        • While it’s frustrating to be advised to switch to LTE, this can sometimes be a temporary workaround while the network issues are being addressed.

        Contact Tech Support

        • If the issue persists, contact our Tech support team so they can look into the issue. 
    • D_sahan's avatar
      D_sahan
      Neighbour

      I have been using LTE for the last two weeks. But there is no improvement. I am really fed up with this. What else can we do? I took out my sim card today, cleaned it and inserted it again. But no progress. 

      • TELUS_Support's avatar
        TELUS_Support
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        I would visit a TELUS store near you and advise them of the problem to see if they can replace the SIM card for you