I’ve been having a really frustrating issue with my Mac lately, and I’m hoping some of you might have experienced something similar or have a workaround. So, here’s the deal: every time I try to reconnect my Mac to the personal hotspot on my iPhone, the internet connection just drops out. It’s like my devices have a personal vendetta against each other or something!
I usually rely on my iPhone’s hotspot when I’m on the go, and honestly, it’s been a lifesaver. But for some reason, lately, the connection has been super spotty when I try to link my Mac to it. I’d be browsing the web, working on a project, or watching a video, and out of nowhere, the internet just disappears. It’s not like I’m at the edge of the connection range or anything; I’m literally right next to my phone. I’ve tried toggling the hotspot off and on, restarting both the Mac and the iPhone, and even forgetting the network and reconnecting. Nothing seems to work!
I’ve done some digging online and realized I’m not alone in this boat. I’ve seen threads where other users mentioned having similar issues, but the solutions proposed didn’t really do the trick for me. It’s getting to the point where I dread relying on my iPhone’s hotspot, which is a bummer since it was super convenient before.
So, what have you guys done when faced with this annoying problem? Are there any hidden settings or steps I’m missing here? Should I be adjusting something in my network settings on either device? Or maybe there’s a software update I need to look into? Any insight or tips would be so appreciated! It’s driving me crazy, and I’d love to get back to seamless browsing without constantly battling connection issues. Let me know your thoughts!
It sounds really frustrating! I totally get how annoying it can be when your devices just won’t work together. I’m not an expert, but here are a few things you might want to try:
There’s also a chance that your Mac might have some settings that need tweaking. You can go into System Preferences > Network, select Wi-Fi from the list and see if there are any advanced settings you can change or reset.
If none of this works, maybe a visit to the Apple Support forums or a chat with Apple Support could help? You might find someone who’s dealt with the same problem and figured it out.
Hope one of these tips helps! Good luck!
It sounds like a frustrating situation trying to maintain a stable connection between your Mac and iPhone hotspot. Since you’ve already tried the basic troubleshooting steps like toggling the hotspot, restarting both devices, and forgetting the network, let’s explore some additional solutions. First, make sure that both your Mac and iPhone have the latest software updates installed, as connection issues are often addressed in newer updates. On your iPhone, go to Settings > General > Software Update and on your Mac, check for updates via the Apple Menu > About This Mac > Software Update. Additionally, try resetting your network settings on the iPhone by navigating to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings, remembering that this will remove saved Wi-Fi passwords.
If the problem persists, consider adjusting some settings on your Mac’s Wi-Fi configuration. You can attempt to change the Wi-Fi channel on your iPhone by going to Settings > Personal Hotspot and selecting a less congested channel if available. Additionally, check your Mac’s Network Preferences (found under System Preferences) and ensure that your Wi-Fi setup prioritizes the iPhone hotspot over other Wi-Fi networks. Sometimes, altering the DNS settings to use Google’s Public DNS (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) in the advanced settings can improve the connection as well. These adjustments should help enhance the stability of your hotspot connection and make it more reliable for your needs.