WI-FI connection dropouts are a nuisance for smartphone owners.
There are a number of reasons why your signal is dropping out.
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The most obvious is a weak connection to the broadband router.
It could also be objects that interfere with Wi-Fi getting in the way, such as a microwave that’s on and even a fish tank.
But there are some less obvious explanations too.
If you’ve got multiple Wi-Fi networks saved – and within range at the same time – on your iPhone or Android device this can create a bit of auto-switching chaos.
That’s because your device may chop and change between the two available networks.
This usually happens when the signal is weak on one and your phone picks up on a stronger signal from the other automatically.
Jumping between two connections can give you the impression your Wi-Fi is slow.
So what you need to do is stop one – or both – of the networks from auto-joining.
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How to stop a Wi-Fi network from auto joining on iPhone
To stop a Wi-Fi network from auto-joining on an iPhone, follow these steps.
- Go to Settings.
- Select Wi-Fi.
- Tap the i button next to the Wi-Fi network you wish to stop auto-joining.
- Look for the Auto-Join option and switch it off.
How to stop a Wi-Fi network from auto joining on Android
Android devices can also stop a Wi-Fi network from auto-joining.
- Open Settings.
- Tap Network & internet.
- Tap Wi-Fi.
- Tap the cog icon next to the Wi-Fi network you wish to stop auto-joining.
- Look for the Auto-connect option and switch it off.
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