Spectrum Mobile like other mobile broadband internet service providers requires Access Point Name (APN) to be set in order to connect to the internet via 4G, and 5G networks. Access Point Name settings contain the necessary security and the name of the gateway that enables users to connect to the internet. Once you are within network coverage and with an active Spectrum Mobile data plan, you will need to set up APN settings so you can successfully connect to the internet.
Spectrum Mobile uses the Verizon network to provide coverage in the United States. Verizon network coverage stands at over 70% making it one of the best networks in terms of network signal availability. Verizon is Spectrum Mobile’s base carrier. If you do not have network reception in your area, set your device to automatically select and use the best available network. This allows a smartphone to switch between 4G and 5G for data connectivity.
Spectrum Mobile APN Settings for iPhone
For iPhones with Spectrum Mobile SIM, navigate to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Network then input the settings below.
- APN: vzwinternet
- username: (Leave it blank)
- password: (Leave it blank)
Use the same settings for APN, LTE, MMS and Hotspot sections under Cellular Data Network.
You may also want to use one of these fast and free VPNs for security on the web. You can also block spam calls and messages in the United States.
Spectrum Mobile APN Settings for Android Devices
For Android devices with Spectrum Mobile SIM in them, navigate to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs > Select SIM > Access Point Names then add a new APN. You can find APN settings page for your device. Input the settings below.
- Name: Spectrum Mobile
- APN: vzwinternet
- Username: (Leave it blank)
- Password: (Leave it blank)
- Proxy: (leave it blank )
- Port: (Leave it blank)
- Server: (leave it blank )
- MMSC: http://mms.text.com/servlets/mms
- MMS Proxy: (leave it blank)
- MMS Port: 80
- MCC: 311
- MNC: 480 (use the default number if there is one)
- Authentication type: (none)
- APN type: default,supl,mms
- APN protocol: IPv4/IPv6
- Bearer: (Unspecified)
- Mobile virtual network operator: (none)
Save the settings then select Spectrum Mobile as the active APN. Restart your device for the settings to take effect.
Spectrum Mobile 5G APN Settings
5G is the latest and fastest cellular data connectivity technology. 5G also has a lower latency when compared to 4G, under 1ms in ideal conditions while 4G’s speed is normally around 37ms.
- Name: Spectrum Mobile 5G
- APN: VZWINTERNET
- MMSC: http://mms.text.com/servlets/mms
- MMS Port: 80
- MCC: 311
- MNC: 480 (use the default number if there is one)
- APN type: default,supl,mms
- APN protocol: IPv4/IPv6
Save then select Spectrum Mobile 5G as the default APN.
If VZWINTERNET does not work upon restart, change your APN to CHARTER.RSLR.VZWENTP.
Spectrum Mobile APN Settings Video Guide
Spectrum Mobile Customer Service
Spectrum Mobile customer service contact information.
- Call: 833-224-6603
- Twitter: @GetSpectrum
