Connect, share & sync
When Wi-Fi is on, your phone automatically reconnects to available
networks it has used before.
Note: You can also turn Wi-Fi on and o in Quick settings.
Connect to networks
To find networks in your range:
1 Swipe up > Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi.
2 With Wi-Fi turned on, tap a found network to connect to it. When
connected, you’ll see
in the status bar.
Note: If you see a question mark in the Wi-Fi status indicator , swipe
the status bar down, tap the network, and enter the network’s password.
Wi-Fi hotspot
You can make your phone a Wi-Fi hotspot to provide portable, convenient
Internet access to other Wi-Fi enabled devices. Your phone turns o Wi-Fi
and uses the mobile network for Internet access. This feature may require
an additional subscription service from your service provider.
Find it: Swipe up
> Settings > Network & internet > Hotspot &
tethering > Wi-Fi hotspot
Note: These steps may vary depending on your network.
To set up security:
» Hotspot name: Enter a unique name for your hotspot.
» Hide my device: Hide your hotspot from other devices.
» Security: Select the type of security you want: WPA3-Personal,
WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA2-Personal or None. If prompted, enter a
unique password (8 characters min.) that others will need to access
your Wi-Fi hotspot.
» Hotspot password: Set or change your hotspot password.
Note: To turn o the hotspot automatically and manage allowed devices,
tap Advanced.
Connect with Bluetooth wireless
Turn Bluetooth on
To turn Bluetooth on, swipe the status bar down and touch . Touch and
hold it to open Bluetooth settings.
Note: Your phone automatically turns on Bluetooth power when you
connect to a paired device.
Tip: To extend battery life or stop connections, turn Bluetooth o when
you’re not using it.
Connect devices
The first time you connect a Bluetooth device, follow these steps:
1 Make sure the device you are pairing with is in discoverable mode (for
details, refer to the guide that came with the device).
2 Swipe up > Settings > Connected devices > Pair new device.