Maybe it happened to you when you went abroad, or when you changed operators, you cannot connect to the internet or can not send pictures. If that is the case, this is probably due to the APN seted up on your LG X4. So we therefore decided to write this content to solve this issue. We will first find out what a APN is. We will see in a second time how to configure an APN on your LG X4. Finally, we will see in what situations you need to modify the APN on the LG X4.
What is an APN
The APN means Access Point Name. The APN consequently represents a set of connection data. This connection data allows your LG X4 to connect to the web and receive MMS. An improperly configured APN can thus prevent your LG X4 from receiving MMS or connecting to the internet. You have to know that each operator has a different APN of their own.
How to configure an APN on your LG X4
If you desire to configure an APN on your LG X4, you will have to navigate to the Settings menu. Once you’re there, go to Network and Internet and Mobile Network . You’ll have to go to Advanced Settings and finally Access Point Names . Once you’re there, you must select 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 internet and copy it into the form. Normally, the APN of each operator are easily findable. You must repeat twice the procedure on your LG X4. Indeed, you need an APN for internet and an APN for MMS.
In which case should you configure an APN on your LG X4?
Generally speaking, you don’t always need to configure an APN on your LG X4 as this is usually done automatically. However, there are some cases that require the setup of an APN on your LG X4. This is for example the case if you bought your used LG X4 and that the person who sold it to you was with a different operator than yours. This may also be the case if you are traveling abroad and consequently change your SIM card.
