Setting up data on your phone

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iPhone Data Settings Android Data Settings Add New APN Settings

Data lets you browse the web, make HD Voice/VoLTE calls, and send or receive picture messages and group texts. It’s essential to have the correct settings to get started. Follow the steps below to set up your phone for seamless data access.

iPhone Data Settings

iPhones generally work with data immediately after activation. If you run into any issues, update your carrier bundle:

Open Settings.
Tap General.
Tap About.
If a carrier update is available, you’ll see an option to update your Carrier Settings.
Tap to update.

Android Data Settings

Android devices require manually configured APN settings. Here’s how to set yours up:

Reset APNs to Default

Go to Settings.
Tap Mobile (or Cellular) Networks.
Select Access Point Names.
Tap the Menu (three dots or “More”).
Select Reset to Default.
You are now ready to add your new APN settings!

Add New APN Settings

1. Tap the + icon to add a new APN.

2. Enter the following details, and save before entering the next one:

APN 1 (Verizon Internet)

Name: Verizon Internet
APN: VZWINTERNET
MCC: 311
MNC: 480
APN Type: default
APN Protocol: IPV4V6
APN Roaming Protocol: IPV4V6
Bearer: LTE

APN 2 (IMS)

APN: VZWIMS
APN Type: ims,ia
MCC: 311
MNC: 480
APN Protocol: IPV4V6
APN Roaming Protocol: IPV4V6

APN 3 (CBS)

Name: Verizon CBS
APN: VZWAPP
APN Type: cbs,mms
MCC: 311
MNC: 480
MMSC: http://vzpix.com/servlets/mms
APN Protocol: IPV4V6
APN Roaming Protocol: IPV4V6

APN 4 (FOTA)

Name: Verizon FOTA
APN: VZWADMIN
APN Type: fota
MCC: 311
MNC: 480
APN Protocol: IPV4V6
APN Roaming Protocol: IPV4V6