Maybe it happened to you when you went abroad, or if you’ve changed operators, you can not connect to the internet or can not send pictures. If so, this is probably due to the APN configured on your Alcatel 1S. So we decided to write this article to resolve this problem. We will initially see what a APN is. We will see in a second time how to configure an APN on your Alcatel 1S. Finally, we will see in which situations you should modify the APN on the Alcatel 1S.
What is an APN
The APN means Access Point Name. The APN consequently represents a set of connection data. This connection data allows your Alcatel 1S to connect to the internet and receive MMS. An improperly configured APN can so prevent your Alcatel 1S from receiving MMS or connecting to the internet. You have to know that each operator has a different APN of their own.
How you can set up an APN on your Alcatel 1S
If you want to set up an APN on your Alcatel 1S, you will have to navigate to the Settings menu. When you are there, go to Network and Internet and Mobile Network . You need to navigate to Advanced Settings and lastly Access Point Names . When you are there, you should click the three dots at the top right of the screen and select New APN . You’ll then access a form that you will have to fill in with the data of your operator. For example, if you are at Vodafone , you must find the Vodafone APN data on the net and copy it into the form. Most of the time, the APN of each operator are very easily findable. You have to repeat twice the procedure on your Alcatel 1S. In fact, you need an APN for internet and an APN for MMS.
In which case should you set up an APN on your Alcatel 1S?
Generally speaking, you may not always need to set up an APN on your Alcatel 1S as it’s usually done automatically. However, there are several situations that require the setup of an APN on your Alcatel 1S. This is for example the case if you purchased your used Alcatel 1S and that the person who sold it to you was with a different operator than yours. This may also be the case if you’re traveling abroad and consequently change your SIM card.
