OnePlus How to Set up the Mobile Network

The access point names (APNs) are necessary to use the mobile data and MMS services on the OnePlus smartphone.
Normally, we receive the APN settings automatically or via configuration message as soon as a new SIM card is inserted into the device and registered in the respective provider network.

In case the access points are incorrect or are not received automatically, we can add them manually.

Note: Many network operators also offer an overview of APNs (Access Point Names) on their own website.

If the wrong access points (APNs) have been entered on the OnePlus smartphone, we can easily delete them again.

Note: It is also recommended to delete unneeded access points, for example after changing providers.

If we configure a private DNS on the OnePlus smartphone, this increases network security because the data is received and sent over an encrypted channel.

If a VPN connection is configured on the OnePlus smartphone, our data is encrypted, traces on the network are hidden or the location block is bypassed.
If a valid VPN server is available, it can be set up on the OnePlus device at any time.

For example, if we are abroad for business reasons or on vacation, the OnePlus smartphone automatically dials into a foreign network.
If reception in this provider network is rather poor, we can select the network manually. In this case, the automatic system is switched off and all available networks are searched for, so that we can then select the network ourselves.

If the automatic network selection on the OnePlus smartphone has been deactivated, for example because we were in another country, we can reactivate it at any time.
In this case, the device dials or registers itself in the network of our standard provider.

By default, the OnePlus smartphone uses the 2G and 3G network to make calls.
If we enable VoLTE (Voice over LTE), calls will be made over the 4G network when available, which provides better voice quality and faster call setup.

Note: Using VoLTE calls also reduces battery consumption.

The network mode or preferred network type is set by default to automatically search for 2G/3G/4G to achieve the best possible data connection and voice quality.

For example, if we have poor to moderate 4G reception area by area with the OnePlus smartphone, we can set the network mode ourselves to use the full width of the 3G network.

Note: If you experience reception problems during calls or phone calls, you can try setting the network mode to 2G to see if the problem is with network coverage.