How to Setup APN [Access Point Names] on any Phone for Internet

[appbox steam ]APN stands for Access point names. APN is the bridge between the carriers cellular network and the public internet. APN has all the information regarding the IP network and the port that it needs to access. Depending on the network that we use, some settings are mandatory for a few systems and the rest it can be altered to our liking. All the heavy lifting is done on the carrier end, but the basic things need to be set up so that the device gets access to the Internet based on the IP address configuration and port details that we give.

The good news is that default loads most of the time the correct APN’s, and normally there’s no reason why you’ll have to fiddle with it, however in an unfortunate case where you have to end up modifying the APN here’s a guide on how it’s done. It’s pretty straightforward for most devices, and once the SIM card is injected into the instrument, the APN should automatically get downloaded. Also, the APN setting is mainly for the public internet access only, and it shouldn’t interfere with the calls and SMS in case you need it for an emergency.

Configuring APN for Stock Android:

This method is the generic method to be followed for most Android devices which come with stock unmodified Android including the Moto G series, Pixel series, and the Nexus series.

1. First off start by opening the Settings app from the app drawer.
2. Select the more option, and you’ll be presented with further network related features.
3. In this page select Mobile networks
4. Now choose the Access Point Names option.
5. You’ll be shown all the APN’s currently saved on the device, select any one of them to edit or click on the + icon to the top right to create a new APN of your choice.
6. Now you have the option to enter the APN name, APN, the type, proxy and other details.
7. Use the information found at the end of the post to enter the correct APN details based on the network that you’re on.
8. Click the three dots in the top right corner and select the save option and you’re ready to go.

Configuring APN on Vivo Smartphones:

The procedure below is applicable for most Vivo devices including the latest Vivo, V5, Y25, Y55s, V5 Lite, V5 Plus; Y67 and others.

1. Open the Settings app and look for the Mobile network option.
2. Open it and select the APN option.
3. All the existing APN’s are displayed here.
4. In this page, you have an option to either create a new APN or edit the existing ones.
5. Click on the already existing APN’s to edit them or click on the New APN option to create a new APN profile.
6. On selecting either of the options you’ll be given with several options, edit them based on the information provided at the end of the post.
7. Click on the save option to the top right to save the APN profile.

Configuring APN on LeECO smartphones:

This procedure stands correct for all LeECO devices including the LeECO 1s, LeECO 2, LeMax and others.

1. Open the Settings app from the app drawer.
2. Look for the “Dual SIM and mobile networks” option under the Wireless and networks.
3. In that page under the SIM card information tab, you’ll be shown the name of the current SIM card provider, select it.
4. Here under the Operator information select Access Point Names(APN) option to modify it.
5. No select the New APN option to create a New APN or select existing to modify.
6. Edit it based on the settings given at the bottom of the post.
7. Click done to save changes.

Configuring APN on Huawei smartphones:

The procedure given below is valid for all Huawei smartphones including the Huawei P9, Honor 8 pro, P10, P10 Plus and others.

1. First, open the Settings app from the app drawer.
2. Under the wireless and networks option look for the more option and select it.
3. Here select the Mobile Network page
4. Open Access Point Names page to modify them.
5. You should be shown a list of already existing access points click on the ‘i’ to the right of any access point name to edit them.
6. At the bottom of the page, there will be a menu option select that and choose New APN to create a new APN.
7. Enter the settings that you find in the bottom of the post and select the save option to save it.

Configuring APN for Asus Smartphones

This guide stands true for all the Asus Smartphones including the Zenfone laser, Zenfone 2, Zenfone 3 and others.

1. Start off by opening the Settings app from the app drawer.
2. Under wireless and networks, select the more option.
3. Here select the first tab named as Cellular networks.
4. Now select the SIM card for which you want to modify the APN details.
5. Now Select Access Point Names to edit them.
6. You shall now be presented with a list of already existing APN’s, select any one of them to edit or click the + icon to the top right to create a new one.
7. Edit the APN with the information found at the bottom of this post.
8. Click on the three dots found on the top right corner and select the save option.

Configuring APN for iPhones:

1. Open the Settings app and then go to the Mobile Data page.
2. Select the Mobile Data Options to open the page.
3. Here select Mobile Data Network.
4. Enter information for the required fields from the settings given at the end of the post.
5. Go back to save the settings.

Note:

It is recommended to restart the device after updating the APN for the best effect.

APN settings for Airtel:

For Airtel, you can request APN settings from here, and the settings will be delivered right to the device. or you can use the settings below.

Setting Name	Value
Operator	AIRTEL
APN-Access Point Names	airtelgprs.com
Access number	*99***1#
Username	[blank]
Password	[blank]
Authentication type	normal
Proxy	Disable
Proxy address	0.0.0.0
Port	8080
Data Bearer	GPRS or PACKET DATA
DNS1	0.0.0.0
DNS2	0.0.0.0

APN settings for Reliance JIO:

APN settings for BSNL:

Setting Name	Value
Operator	BSNL
APN- GPRS	bsnlnet
APN- WAP	bsnlwap
Access Number	*99# or *99***1#
Username	[blank]
Password	[blank]
Authentication Type	normal
Proxy	Enable
Proxy address	10.220.67.131
Port	9201 for Wap 1.0 device8080 for Wap 2.0 device

APN settings for Vodafone:

APN settings for Idea Cellular:

You can request APN settings by sending an SMS to 54671 the text SET

Setting Name	Value
Operator	IDEA
APN	imis/internet
Access Number	*99# or *99***#
Username	[blank]
Password	[blank]
Authentication Type	normal
Proxy	Enable
Proxy address	10.4.42.45
Port	8080
Data Bearer	GPRS/PACKET DATA

 

APN settings for Aircel:

Setting Name	Value
Operator	AIRCEL
APN (preapaid)	aircelgprs.pr
APN (postpaid)	aircelgprs.po
Access Number	*99***1#
Username	[blank]
Password	[blank]
Authentication Type	normal
Proxy	Enable
Proxy address	192.168.035.201
Port	8081
Data Bearer	PACKET DATA

APN Settings for AT&T

Cellular Data/Internet Access		MMS
APN	NXTGENPHONE	APN	NXTGENPHONE
Username	Not set	Username	Not set
Password	Not set	Password	Not set
Proxy Server	Not set	WAP Gateway	proxy.mobile.att.net
Proxy Port	Not set	WAP Gateway Port	80
APN type	IPv4v6	MMSC	http://mmsc.mobile.att.net
		Max Message Size	600k
		IP type	IPv4v6

Sprint APN:

Cellular Data/Internet Access
APN	cinet.spcs	Proxy	Not set
Username	Not set	Username	Not set
Password	Not set	Password	Not set
MMS Proxy Server	68.28.31.7	MCC	3234
Proxy Port	Not set	MNC	15
APN type	IPv4v6	MMSC	Leave it blank
		Port	Leave It Blank
		IP type	IPv4v6

Verizon APN:

Cellular Data/Internet Access
APN	you can use either Internet or vzwinternet	Proxy	Not set
Username	Not set	Username	Not set
Password	Not set	Password	Not set
MMS Proxy Server	68.28.31.7	MCC	310
MMS Port	80	MNC	012
APN type	IPv4v6	MMSC	http://mms.vtext.com/servlets/mms
		Port	Leave It Blank
		IP type	IPv4v6

T-Mobile APN:

The Internet and Picture Messaging:

• Access Point Name (APN): fast.t-mobile.com
• MMSC Server: http://mms.msg.eng.t-mobile.com/mms/wapenc