A modern user, when buying a smartphone, is primarily interested in the ability to configure Mobile Internet. After all, it is the function of connecting to the World Wide Web that turns the phone from an ordinary means of communication into the most functional device. Download the right application, process e-mail, buy a movie ticket or book a table in a restaurant - the mobile Internet will allow you to complete any such task in a matter of seconds.

In our article, we will tell you how to turn on the Internet on your Android phone through two main modules:

  • Network connection using 3G or 4G
  • Setup via Wi-Fi hotspot

How to turn on mobile internet on your phone

The first way to access the Internet through an Android smartphone is related to the provision of mobile Internet services by a cellular operator. Make sure your smartphone or tablet is on the main network communication bands. Then connect the tariff that will provide you with an Internet connection. After that, you can start setting up your phone:

  • Enter the Smartphone Settings;
  • Select the "More" tab;
  • Click on "Mobile networks";
  • Set network type (4G, 3G, 2G);
  • Select an access point and operator if your phone has 2 SIM cards;
  • Exit to the main screen;
  • At the top of the screen, pull the curtain with the main settings;
  • Find the button with the name of your operator and click it.

After that, you will get access to the network. Please note that in the settings on the "Data transfer" tab, statistics of downloaded data are displayed, as well as information on the amount of traffic of applications that use the Internet connection, such as Facebook or Instagram.

You can read about how to choose the best 4G phone in our article.

How to turn on the Internet through the phone using Wi-Fi

It is equally easy to set up the Internet on your phone through a Wi-Fi access point. Make sure that the appropriate communication module is installed in your smartphone. Next, you need to go through the following steps:

  • Go to Settings;
  • Select Wi-Fi;
  • Click on the "Enable" button;
  • Select the access point to which you want to connect from the list;
  • To access a closed point, you will need to enter a password.

If you repeatedly use the same access point, for example, through a home Wi-Fi router, it is no longer necessary to get into the settings. As in the case of mobile Internet, just pull the curtain at the top of the screen and press the Wi-Fi enable button.

Please note that by setting up the Internet on your phone, you can use your gadget as a router and even connect the Internet via your smartphone to a computer or laptop. Read more about this in the articles "How to connect the Internet through a computer to your phone" and "Using your phone as a Wi-Fi router".

If you have any difficulties in setting up your phone as a modem, they will help you find a solution on the forum of the official Fly website.

To access the Network and further work, you need a powerful and high-quality smartphone, in which the following parameters must be met:

  • Large screen for full-fledged work with applications, documents and photos and videos;
  • Powerful processor capable of instantly processing numerous requests;
  • 4G LTE communication module for high-speed connection;
  • A capacious battery that can withstand loads from running communication modules.

This combination of characteristics is fully consistent with the high-quality and affordable smartphone Fly Cirrus 9.

Why fly?

The British company Fly has been producing mobile gadgets for 14 years, in which modern technologies combined with thoughtful design and affordable price. Thus, the widest range of consumers get access to smartphones with the current version of the Android operating system, a powerful processor, a capacious battery, a high-quality camera, and at the same time spend no more than 150-180 dollars from their budget.

LTE-smartphone Fly Cirrus 9 will be an excellent solution for surfing the Web. The large 5.5-inch IPS screen with bright, rich colors makes it easy to work with applications, create and edit documents and watch videos. A powerful 1.25 GHz quad-core processor ensures multitasking and smooth interface operation. Fans of hanging out on the Web may not consider the percentage of the charge indicator, since a capacious 2800 mAh battery will keep a smartphone in working condition with a running network module for up to 6 hours.

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The Internet has become an important part of life modern man and without it it will not be possible to use all the capabilities of the smartphone. Sometimes the owners face the task of how to set up the Internet on the phone. It's not as difficult as it might seem.

The easiest way to set up access to the World Wide Web on your phone is with the help of automatic settings.

In order to get them, you can use the following methods:

  • call the short number 0876;
  • send an SMS message to number 1234;
  • use your personal account.

The settings will be sent to the gadget as soon as the request is received and processed. They must be saved to the phone and reboot it. After switching on, access to the network will become possible. This function is provided free of charge, and payment for Internet traffic will be made according to the terms of the tariff.

How to automatically set up the Internet from Beeline

First of all, you should visit the official Beeline Internet resource. On the site, select the link "Setting up the Internet on the phone" and in the window that appears, write the type, name and model of the mobile device. In the "Mobile Internet" line, you can explore the operator's ability to send automatic settings for a specific model. If this is possible, then a phone number should be indicated in a special field. Mobile Internet settings will be sent to it.

If it is impossible to use the site, then you can call the short number 0611 and follow the instructions of the system. There is also a number 0117, by calling which you can get automatic settings. When they arrive on the phone, they need to be saved and the device restarted, after which it will be possible to access the network.

How to automatically configure the Internet from Megafon

You can get automatic Internet settings using SMS commands:

  • send an SMS with the number 1 to the number 5049;
  • dial 0500 and tell the phone model.

When you receive the settings, you need to download them and activate the profile. It is also advisable to reboot the device.

Another way to find out the Internet settings is to visit the official Megafon portal. Find a self-service service on the site, where the section with mobile device settings is located. Here you can leave a request for a specific gadget. You must specify the make and model of the device, as well as specify other data in the drop-down lists. You also need to write the number to which the system will send the settings.

How to automatically configure the Internet from Tele2

In order to accept automatic settings from the Tele2 operator, you need to make a call to number 679. When the command arrives, the system will determine the smartphone model and send an SMS message to the client. It is advisable not to do anything with the phone until the Internet connection parameters come. As soon as the parameters are loaded, you need to download them and restart the gadget. Before starting work, you can double-check the parameters: if the setting is correct, the name of the operator will be indicated.

Connecting the Internet manually on Android

Get access to worldwide network easier with data provided by mobile providers. But a situation may arise when the connection will need to be configured independently.


To set up the Internet on Android, you need:

  1. Go to device settings.
  2. Find the item "Other networks", "Other networks", "Wireless networks" or "More".
  3. Next - "Mobile network".
  4. This step differs depending on the device type. On some, you need to find “Access Points (APN)”, on others, the necessary settings immediately open.
  5. If the operator settings did not reach or were not installed correctly, they must be added manually. You will need to click on the plus sign for this.
  6. The screen will display many fields. First of all, you need to find "Authentication Type" (or "Authentication Type") and "APN Type" ("Access Point Type").
  7. Basically, the preference is given to the PAP authentication type, and you should click on it.
  8. In the APN Type, you should write default, supl, in this way, with a comma, without spaces and quotes.
  9. In the line "Name" you need to write the name of the connection. Usually this is the name of the operator.
  10. In the field APN (Access Point) you need to enter the appropriate Internet address: MTS - internet.mts.ru; MegaFon - internet; Beeline - internet.beeline.ru; TELE2 - internet.tele2.ru.
  11. The username and password are also different: MTS - mts and mts; MegaFon - gdata and gdata (option - do not write anything); Beeline - beeline and beeline; TELE2 - do not write anything in both fields.
  12. If the service provider is another operator, then all the data for setting up an Internet connection can be obtained on the official website or by calling the support service.

Manual setup of mobile Internet on Apple iPhone

For the iOS operating system and Apple devices, the procedure for independently setting up work on the World Wide Web is somewhat different.

  1. Go to "Settings".
  2. Select "Cellular".
  3. Cellular Data and 3G should be enabled here. If the first slider is inactive, the Internet will be available only when you are in the Wi-fi zone, the second - access will be carried out according to the EDGE standard, which implies a much lower speed.
  4. Go to the "Data Options" section.
  5. Select Cellular Data Network. This is where changes need to be made.
  6. There are three lines to complete in this section: APN, username and password.

If the SIM card belongs to another mobile provider, the necessary information can be viewed on the official resource or by contacting the customer support service.

How to set up on Windows Phone

Setting up the Internet on such devices should not be difficult.

All actions are performed according to the algorithm:

  • menu entry;
  • entrance to the "settings" section;
  • adding an access point;
  • data entry (name, password, ANP).

Possible problems and solutions

If, after receiving the Internet parameters or manually configuring it, the long-awaited access to the World Wide Web is still not there, several of the most common problems should be ruled out.

  1. Tariff features. Some tariffs do not include Internet traffic. These can be economical offers or corporate communication tariffs, the cost of which includes only calls and SMS. To get access to the Internet, you can either apply for connection of an additional service, or change the tariff.
  2. The device is out of coverage. Simply put, in the area where you are, the Internet “does not catch” or access is carried out according to the EDGE standard (this is indicated by the letter E at the top of the screen). The solution is to move to an area with adequate network coverage.
  3. Lack of funds in the account. The reason seems banal, but in the modern pace of life it is easy to forget about account replenishment. Its status can be found using special commands: MTS - * 100 #; Beeline - *102#; Megaphone - *100#; Tele2 - * 105 #.
  4. Flight mode. Sometimes, with the press of a single button, you can block all communication from your smartphone. This also applies to Airplane Mode. You can find this feature in Settings, in the Network and Connections menu, under Wireless & Networks or Network and Internet. It may also be called "Offline Mode". In recent updates added to the status bar (at the top of the screen).
  5. Disabled data transfer. Another simple and common reason for the lack of an Internet connection. It's easy to check. You need to go to Settings, section "Other networks" (" Wireless connection”, “Mobile networks”, “More”, “Other networks” - depending on the device). There, select "Mobile networks", where there should be a checkmark opposite "Mobile data" (or "Data transfer"). In many modern models, this option is in the status bar, it looks like a button with two arrows in a circle.
  6. Incorrect access point settings. It is worth checking the network settings again, especially if they were entered manually. If necessary, you should contact the operator's support service.
  7. System failure. The solution to the problem is simple - you just need to restart the device. Very often it is this elementary action that helps. Malfunctions in the signal transmission module. This is a rather rare case, but it cannot be ruled out either. Most often, this problem is supported by the lack of the ability to connect to the Web via Wi-fi. It can occur if water gets into the smartphone or if it falls. Only a specialist can accurately determine whether there is a breakdown.

Setting up mobile Internet on your phone is easy and fast, the main thing is to know what to do and in which menu to look for settings. Sometimes you have to deal with the problem of lack of Internet, even if the settings were successful, but in most cases it is also solved quite simply.

So, the first thing you need to know for manual configuration is the operator, the type of network that it supports at the current tariff and the data for subsequent introduction into the APN, namely, the operator's settings for manually configuring the Internet and MMS messages.

Choosing a mobile operator and type of Internet connection should not cause any difficulties, but with APN settings, things may not go smoothly. If there are problems with them, you need to go to the official website of the mobile operator, select the current tariff and find links to Internet connections.

In order to set up the Internet automatically, you need to go to the “Wireless” tab in the “Settings” menu, then select the “Mobile networks” sub-item, and then select your operator. After a few seconds of processing, the Internet settings and MMS support should be added to the Internet Access Points menu. After that, you just need to go to this menu item, check and activate the settings responsible for the Internet.

Internet connection settings for advanced users

To implement this method, you need to check the APN for any settings with the presence of the operator name and Internet type. If such settings are indeed already in the lists of APN settings, then most likely one of them is the desired type of Internet network.

In order to activate one or another type of settings, just go to the "Internet access points" menu and activate one of the inactive checkboxes on the right side of the screen, each of which is responsible for certain settings.

Sometimes, after buying a new Android smartphone or after connecting to a new operator, an SMS message arrives with ready-made settings for all types of Internet networks or MMS support that can be used on the current tariff.

You should also know

Also an important point in manual setting is to select the type of Internet connection network. It can be selected in the "Mobile networks" submenu - in the same place as APN. If the tariff works only with GSM networks, you should not select the 3G or higher mode, as this can significantly affect the consumption of battery resources.

In addition, in this submenu you can disable the automatic connection of roaming, which is only needed for using the Internet abroad. It would be much better to enable its manual connection, since if the smartphone accidentally connects to the Internet while roaming, the traffic will be charged at greatly inflated rates.

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Hello dear Mi-fans!!! Today I decided to talk to you about the battery life of our phone. Modern smartphones and tablets provide a continuous user connection with the global network. As a rule, the work of many applications is very closely related to the use of the Internet on a mobile device. This is how new content is received and software is updated. But should you leave your phone connected to Wi-Fi or 3G/4G even when it's idle? I will try to answer this question and give two main factors that need to be considered. Battery consumption. Constantly sending data over the network does not have the best effect on battery life. Even if the user does not directly interact with the program, its network functions can run in the automatic background. Thanks to this, software is updated, files are synchronized, and push notifications are received in applications. Active consumption of network traffic significantly reduces the battery life of the device. It is important to note that the operation of 3G and especially 4G Internet in standby mode requires much more battery resources than Wi-Fi. Thus, in order for a smartphone with the Internet to work longer, it is recommended to use not a cellular connection, but a wireless Wi-Fi network. Still not in the best way, the battery life of the phone is affected by GPS services and other applications that send location data. They are recommended to be used in case of direct need. We turned on the GPS, built a route in the navigator, arrived, turned off the GPS. When it comes to Internet sharing, you can turn on airplane mode or turn off your phone altogether to save battery overnight. Data consumption. The amount of information that a smartphone receives and sends is usually measured in megabytes. Almost all Wi-Fi points provide unlimited access to the Internet. Unfortunately, this is not always the case with operators cellular communication. Tariff plans subscribers often have certain traffic limits when connected to the network. Since many applications use the Internet in the background, you can disable this feature for them. Otherwise, downloading large updates, like watching videos through mobile network, will lead to the loss of available megabytes and a waste of funds on the account. If 3G / 4G is limited, it is recommended to use Wi-Fi more often or take care of purchasing an unlimited package of operator services. It is guaranteed that all traffic costs will be avoided by enabling the "Traffic Control" parameter in the smartphone settings. You need to go to "Settings" - "SIM cards and mobile networks" - "Data transfer" - "Traffic control" (activate this item) - then set the "Traffic limit". With this action, you can prevent the device from accessing the Internet via a cellular network. If you save Internet traffic and battery, it is recommended to turn on the Internet only when necessary and turn it off when the phone is in standby mode. It cannot be argued that modern smartphones are designed to constantly interact with the Internet. Continuous data reception allows you to receive important alerts in time and automatically download software updates. However, it is recommended to sometimes limit the phone's connection to the network - this will save battery power and the amount of available Internet traffic. If you follow these tips, you can increase the battery life of your phone. Write in the comments if my advice helped you, and I say goodbye to you on this. See you in the vastness of MiCommunity.

Today, in the age of information technology, the Internet on the phone will not surprise anyone. A modern means of communication is used as a pocket computer through which you can connect to the World Wide Web in a matter of seconds, check your mail, look into, read the news, etc. But for this, of course, you need to know how to turn on the Internet on your phone. By and large, this is very easy to do, but for a beginner, such a task can be difficult. Our article will help you understand the nuances of setting up the Internet on mobile phone or smartphone.

Internet setup on different models phones may vary. For example, you can turn on the Internet on a lenovo phone in the same way as on other phones running on the Android platform - only the settings interface of your phone will differ. The Internet turns on a little differently on iOS and Windows Phone 8.

How to turn on and configure the Internet on an Android phone?

by the most in a simple way How to turn on the Internet on your phone is to use wi-fi. If your phone runs on the Android platform and you have a hotspot, then connecting to the Internet is not difficult. Such an Internet will work faster and, moreover, money will not be withdrawn from the account for using it. So what to do:

  1. Turn on wi-fi in the network connection settings or using the button on the main screen.
  2. Choose one of the available networks.
  3. Enter the password for a secure connection (you can get it from your network administrator). If the connection is successful, your phone will remember this network, and will automatically connect to it in the future.
  4. Sometimes, in addition to the password, you also need to specify other settings (access port or proxy server).
If you do not have a wi-fi point, but you need access to the Internet, you can use WAP, GPRS or 3G. You may not have to configure anything, since mobile operators automatically send their settings to the switched on phone - they must be accepted and saved once. This is especially true for devices like the iPhone, which already have all the settings for working on the Internet. If this did not happen (and this happens, for example, in phones brought from abroad), connection settings can be ordered by calling the contact center number of your mobile operator. The message with the settings that you will receive also just needs to be saved. You can also configure the connection yourself, manually. To do this, as a rule, in the corresponding menu item (let it be traditional GPRS), you need to fill in the empty fields “login”, “password” and “APN access point”. The latter will need to be created independently by entering the appropriate characters in the field. As for the login and password, these fields either remain empty or match the name of the operator (mts, beeline, etc.).

Information about APN protocols is different for each operator, it can be found on their official websites. And the access points of the most popular operators in Russia and Ukraine look like this:

If you have done everything you need to do, but the Internet does not connect, try turning your phone off and on again. Perhaps the system just needs a reboot for the new settings to become active. Also keep in mind that when connecting via 3G, you must have funds on your account.