Is your iPhone X randomly dropping its Wi-Fi connection after updating to iOS 13? This is a common headache that can be caused by anything from a buggy update to corrupted settings or router issues. If your internet keeps cutting out or reconnecting for no reason, don’t worry—here’s a complete list of steps you can take to get it working reliably again.
1. Restart Your iPhone X
A simple reboot can often fix weird behavior right after a system update.
To restart:
- Hold the Side button + Volume Up or Down until the power slider appears.
- Slide to power off, then wait 30 seconds.
- Press and hold the Side button again until you see the Apple logo.
Reconnect to Wi-Fi and see if the connection stays stable.
2. Toggle Wi-Fi Off and On
Sometimes, a quick Wi-Fi reset is all you need to get the signal to stabilize.
- Go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
- Turn Wi-Fi off, wait 10–30 seconds, then turn it back on.
- Reconnect to your network and test it.
You can also toggle Wi-Fi from the Control Center for the same effect.
3. Use the Airplane Mode Trick
This old trick is surprisingly effective at refreshing all wireless radios.
Here’s how:
- Go to Settings > Airplane Mode and toggle it ON.
- While Airplane Mode is on, restart your phone.
- After restarting, go back to Settings > Airplane Mode and toggle it OFF.
Now reconnect to your Wi-Fi and test for stability.
4. Forget Your Wi-Fi Network and Reconnect
If your saved Wi-Fi profile is corrupted, deleting and re-adding it can help.
- Go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
- Tap the ⓘ next to your network.
- Tap Forget This Network.
- Confirm and then reconnect to your Wi-Fi by selecting it from the list and re-entering the password.
5. Reset Network Settings
If the issue is caused by bad configuration after the iOS 13 update, this step wipes all saved network settings.
- Go to Settings > General > Reset.
- Tap Reset Network Settings.
- Enter your passcode and confirm.
This will reboot your iPhone and remove saved Wi-Fi networks and Bluetooth pairings. Reconnect to your Wi-Fi manually afterward.
6. Update Carrier Settings (Optional but Helpful)
If you haven’t checked in a while, you might have a pending carrier settings update.
To check:
- Connect your iPhone to a computer with iTunes installed.
- Open iTunes and select your iPhone.
- It will prompt you if a carrier update is available.
These updates can fix hidden network bugs that affect connectivity.
7. Restart Your Router
It’s not always your phone. Your modem or router could be the issue—especially if other devices are having trouble too.
- Turn off your router.
- Unplug it from the power outlet for 30–60 seconds.
- Plug it back in and wait for the Wi-Fi signal to stabilize.
Then try reconnecting your iPhone.
8. Factory Reset (Only If Nothing Else Works)
If your Wi-Fi issues began right after updating and persist through all other steps, a factory reset might be your last resort.
⚠️ Backup first—this will erase all data.
- Connect your iPhone to a computer with iTunes.
- Choose Restore iPhone to erase and reinstall iOS.
- After the reset, set up your device as new (don’t restore from a backup right away).
Still Disconnecting?
If your Wi-Fi is still unstable even after a reset, the issue could be:
- A hardware problem with your iPhone’s Wi-Fi antenna
- A bad router/modem
- An iOS 13 bug that needs a future update
You can:
- Try connecting to different Wi-Fi networks to see if the issue persists everywhere.
- Contact Apple Support or visit a Genius Bar for hardware diagnostics.