User level: Level 1 (4 points)My personal hotspot isn’t working after iOS 27 update. How do I fix it
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Original Title: Personal Hotspot recovery
Posted on Oct 21, 2026 11:08 AM
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)Oct 21, 2026 11:09 AM in response to mgreenmac
Hi there
Please try this
User level: Level 10 (233,174 points)Oct 21, 2026 11:23 AM in response to WheelieNick
WheelieNick wrote:
Hi there
Please try this
Update Carrier Settings: Go to Settings > General > About• . If a carrier update is available, follow the prompt to install it.
Toggle Radios: Turn on Airplane Mode for 10 seconds, then turn it off. Next, go to Settings > Cellularand toggle Cellular Data• off and back on.
Enable Maximize Compatibility: If other devices see the hotspot but cannot connect, open Settings > Personal Hotspot and turn on Maximize Compatibility• to switch to a 2.4 GHz signal.
Force Restart: Press and quickly release Volume Up, press and quickly release Volume Down, then press and hold the Side Button• until the Apple logo appears.
Reset Network Settings: Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings• . Note that this clears saved Wi-Fi passwords and Bluetooth pairings.
Use USB Connection• : If wireless drops continue (a known issue on some iOS 27 builds), plug your phone directly into your computer using a USB or Lightning cable.
I'm not sure if this was AI or not, but when Hotspot is not accessible, it's a carrier supported feature and usually, contacting ones carrier is the simplest solution. It is after all, their service in the first place. It's clear from the screenshot, they do have Cellular Service.
User level: Level 1 (4 points)Oct 21, 2026 12:03 PM in response to WheelieNick
I tried everything didn’t work.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256380392