iPad Air Slow Internet After iPadOS 13.6 Update? Here’s How to Fix It
If your iPad Air suddenly started loading websites or streaming painfully slow right after installing the iPadOS 13.6 update, you’re not the only one. System glitches or network conflicts are common after updates — but fortunately, there are a few proven steps you can take to speed things back up.
1. Restart Both Your Router and iPad
A quick reboot can clear out temporary glitches on both ends.
Restart your router/modem:
- Unplug it from the wall or disconnect the power cord.
- Wait 1–2 minutes.
- Plug it back in and wait until the lights stabilize.
Force restart your iPad Air:
- Quickly press and release the Volume Up button.
- Quickly press and release the Volume Down button.
- Then, press and hold the Top button until the Apple logo appears.
Once both are back online, reconnect your iPad to WiFi and test the connection again.
2. Forget and Rejoin the WiFi Network
Removing your saved network and reconnecting often resolves update-related connection bugs.
- Go to Settings > WiFi.
- Tap the “i” icon next to your connected network.
- Tap Forget This Network, then confirm.
- After a moment, tap your WiFi network again and re-enter the password.
This gives your iPad a clean slate to reestablish the connection.
3. Reset Network Settings
If restarting and reconnecting didn’t help, a network reset often will.
- Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad.
- Tap Reset > Reset Network Settings.
- Enter your passcode if prompted, then confirm.
Your iPad will reboot, and all saved WiFi and VPN settings will be erased. Reconnect to your WiFi and check the speed again.
4. Still Slow? Call Your Internet Provider
If nothing improves after all of these steps, the issue may be on your ISP’s end — not your iPad.
- Check if other devices in your home are also slow.
- Contact your provider to rule out outages or router issues.
These quick steps usually resolve slow browsing problems that pop up after updates like iPadOS 13.6. If your iPad continues to act up after trying everything, consider reporting the bug to Apple or waiting for a follow-up update.