Do you need wifi to set up iPhone 13?

You need to connect to a Wi-Fi network or a cellular network to activate and continue setting up your device.

Can you set up a new iPhone without Wi-Fi?

Connect iPhone to a cellular network

Your iPhone automatically connects to your carrierʼs cellular data network if a Wi-Fi network isnʼt available. If iPhone doesn't connect, check the following: Verify that your SIM is activated and unlocked.

What do I need to set up my iPhone 13?

Does iPhone 13 use Wi-Fi?

With Wi-Fi 6 on the iPhone 13, Apple uses 2×2 MIMO (Multiple-Input Multiple-Output), which is a two-antenna configuration with two receiver antennas.

Do iPhones have built in Wi-Fi?

An Apple iPhone connects to the internet automatically from almost anywhere using a cellular network. iPhones also contain a built-in Wi-Fi antenna to connect to wireless internet networks.

How to Set Up and Activate iPhone 13/iPhone 13 Pro/iPhone 13 Mini

Can you set up an iPhone with cellular data?

Make sure you're signed in with your Apple ID on both devices, or make sure your previous iPhone is unlocked, nearby with Bluetooth turned on, and running iOS 16 or later. On your new iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular, tap Set Up Cellular or Add eSIM, then tap Transfer From Nearby iPhone or choose a phone number.

How do I set up an iPhone without a network?

Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset [Device] > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This also resets Wi-Fi networks and passwords, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings that you've used before.

Why is my new iPhone not working without Wi-Fi?

Your cellular data not working may happen for a few reasons. It may be the poor connection in your area or lack of mobile internet coverage altogether, a bug in the system, a physical problem with your device or SIM, or simple forgetfulness to turn on the cellular data or turn off the Airplane Mode.

Why is my cellular data not working on my iPhone 13?

Go to Settings > Cellular and check to see if your cellular line is turned on. If your cellular line is off, turn it back on. Then check to see if you have service. If you don't see your cellular line in Settings > Cellular, you should set up an eSIM or insert a physical SIM card.

Does iPhone automatically use Wi-Fi over data?

If activated, Wi-Fi Assist automatically switches to use cellular data when Wi-Fi connectivity is poor. Wi-Fi Assist is on by default. This might result in additional cellular data use, which could incur additional charges depending on your data plan. You can turn off Wi-Fi Assist in Settings.

Why is my phone not connecting to mobile data?

Restart your device.

Open your Settings app and tap Network & internet or Connections. Depending on your device, these options may be different. Turn Wi-Fi off and mobile data on, and check if there's a difference. If not, turn mobile data off and Wi-Fi on and check again.

Can you activate iPhone without cell service?

Activation requires a SIM, even if the device is not using active cellular service. It does not have to be an active SIM, however if the iPhone is locked to a provider, it has to be a SIM from that provider.

How do I set up my iPhone without a Wi-Fi password?

Use WPS to Connect to Wi-Fi Without Password

To be specific, it simplifies the process of connecting a Android/iOS device to a secure wireless network. You and guests won't need to enter long characters but only need to simply push the WPS button at the back of the router to connect to Wi-Fi.

Does iPhone 13 have a SIM card?

iPhone 13 models and earlier also have a SIM tray for a nano-SIM card—you can use a nano-SIM card from a carrier. iPhone 13 models support Dual eSIM. You can set up a cellular data plan with an eSIM with certain iPad models.

Will putting a SIM card in an iPhone give you data?

iPhones do not store any data on a SIM card; it's only purpose is to map your phone number to your carrier's network. You can use Quick Start, back up the phone to your computer, or iCloud backup.

What is the difference between cellular data and Wi-Fi?

Wi-Fi connects to a router, cellular data does not.

To use it for Internet access, your tablet or smartphone connects (over Wi-Fi) to a wireless router—like the one you access at home or at your favorite coffee shop. (The router itself typically plugs into the wall to connect to an Internet service provider.)

Should I leave Wi-Fi and mobile data on all the time?

Excessive data consumption

Mobile data is used in the background by some apps. If you keep it turned on, it will still be consuming your allowance even if you're not actively doing anything on your phone. Things get worse if you allow your apps to update using data.

When setting up a new iPhone When do I insert the SIM card?

When you first take your iPhone out of the box you will need to insert your SIM card using the SIM eject tool which can be found in box. 1. Insert the end of the SIM eject tool into the hole in the SIM tray. Press firmly and push straight in until the SIM tray pops out.

Why won't my iPhone connect to mobile data?

Go to Settings > Mobile Data and check if your mobile line is turned on. If your mobile line is turned off, turn it back on. Then check if you have service. If you can't see your mobile line in Settings > Mobile Data, you should set up an eSIM or insert a physical SIM card.

Why does my iPhone say no internet connection when I have data?

Reset network settings

This is an extremely important solution to follow when cellular data fails to work on your iPhone. Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings. Once this completes, cellular data should work like a charm.

How do I know if my phone is using Wi-Fi or data?

If you see the WiFi icon on your device, then you know that your device is connected to wireless internet. But if you do not see the icon and you see bars with “3G,” “4G,” or even “5G” instead, then you are using cellular internet (also called cellular data).