Can't find the right answer. My Galaxy S21 5G took an update and hasn't been able to hold the wifi connection since. Tried ALL the suggested fixes and no joy. It's not that it simply drops the connection, the wifi button turns off. Becomes subdued, so there is no automatic reset. I'll touch the button to connect again and it just spins. There needs to be a patch soon I'll be forced to buy a new phone, and sure as **bleep** won't be a Samsung.
I did all these except for a factory reset. I don't won't to lose my apps and other stored info. I'm sure I'm not the only experiencing this problem. Everything worked fine until the last update. There needs to be a patch released.
1. Restart Your Device
Simple Restart: This can often resolve minor software issues.
2. Check Wi-Fi Settings
Forget and Reconnect: Go to Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi, tap your network, and select Forget Network. Reconnect by entering the password again.
Disable Wi-Fi Optimization: In the Wi-Fi settings, tap on the three dots in the upper right corner to access Advanced, then turn off Wi-Fi Optimization.
3. Reset Network Settings
Navigate to Settings > General Management > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This will reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth settings.
4. Update Software
Check for any software updates: Go to Settings > Software update > Download and install. Keeping your device up-to-date can resolve known issues.
5. Reboot Your Router
Restart your Wi-Fi router to reset any potential problems with the connection.
6. Change Router Settings
Frequency Band: If your router supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, try connecting to a different band.
Channel Settings: Access your router settings and change the Wi-Fi channel for less interference.
7. Check for Interference
Ensure there are no physical obstructions or devices near the router that may interfere with the signal (like microwaves or cordless phones).
8. Test in Safe Mode
Boot your device in Safe Mode to see if any third-party apps are causing the issue. To enter Safe Mode, press and hold the Power button, tap and hold the Power off option, and then select Safe Mode.
9. Factory Reset
If all else fails, consider doing a factory reset (this erases all data, so back up first). Go to Settings > General Management > Reset > Factory data reset.
Thanks, but I've got plenty of wifi. Everything else works fine. And it doesn't explain why the switch keeps turning itself off, not just dropping the connection.
