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An Access Point Name (APN) has the network settings your phone needs to connect to Fizz. The APN must be properly configured so your phone can be “introduced” to the Fizz network. Once your APN is configured, you’ll have access to your mobile data and multimedia messaging (MMS). Even with a poorly configured APN, you’ll be able to make and receive calls and texts. You will also have internet access when connected to a Wi-Fi network. Removing the SIM card from a phone with properly configured network settings (APN) could automatically reset the previous settings. If this happens, you’ll need to reconfigure the Fizz network settings. Installing network settings (Android) By inserting your SIM card in your phone, you’ll receive two notifications to configure the network settings. Install these two configurations. If a PIN code is required, enter 1234. Wait three minutes and completely restart (power cycle) your phone. Resend the network parameters (APN) to your phone (Android) Log into your Fizz account and follow this path: My plans → Manage plan → Advanced parameters → Fizz network parameters → Resend me the notifications You’ll receive two (2) notifications directly on your phone: one to configure mobile data and the other to configure multimedia messaging (MMS). Install these two (2) configurations. If a PIN code is required, enter 1234. If you inserted your SIM card into a device unknown to the Fizz mobile network, chances are you received a SMS inviting you to follow the above instructions. Manually installing network settings (Android) Steps to follow for configuring the APN can vary from one phone to another. Here's an example: Settings → Connections → Mobile networks → Access Point Names → APN Fizz APN settings are: APN: mobile.bm MMSC: http://mms.mobile.bm MMS proxy: mmsproxy.mobile.bm MMS port: 80 APN type: default,mms,supl If your
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I’m outside my coverage zone and my mobile data isn’t working. Why?
When you are traveling outside your usual coverage area, you will be able to use data, and send/receive texts when you travel outside your coverage zone. To make and receive calls, you can use messaging apps such as WhatsApp or Messenger. Please note that the use of certain applications may be prohibited in some countries. Note: Charges may apply to use your phone while you are outside your coverage zone. See: I’m travelling outside Canada. What are my roaming options? When you are traveling outside your usual coverage area and using your phone, you must connect to an available local mobile network that is compatible with your phone. Troubleshooting: Is there mobile data in your plan? If your plan does not include data, you will not be able to connect to the Fizz mobile internet network. 1. You can adjust your plan to extend you data coverage to all Canada or Canada+US : this change comes into effect at the start of your next billing cycle. 2. You can also add data to your plan and use them right away by buying a Travel data Add-on. 3. Remember that you can also access the internet by connecting to a WiFi network. 4. If you are travelling, depending on the country you are visiting, you may be able to add money to your wallet to pay as you go. For more details, consult this FAQ : I’m travelling outside my coverage zone. What are my roaming options? Is your mobile data activated? Activate mobile data on your phone. Your phone has a software switch that allows you to connect or disconnect from the Fizz mobile network. By doing this, you can allow or prevent your phone from using mobile data. The steps to follow to enable your phone to use mobile
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How do I make sure my mobile service is working properly?
IMPORTANT: If you transferred your number, wait until you receive the confirmation text before proceeding to make sure results are conclusive. Make sure you have the most recent software update on your mobile device Four easy tests to confirm your Fizz line is functioning properly Make and receive a call Doesn't work? Send and receive a text message (SMS) Doesn't work? If your plan contains data, turn off your Wi-Fi option and then: Surf the Web Doesn't work? Send and receive an image/picture by text (MMS) Doesn't work?
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What to do if my visual voicemail doesn't work?
Does your plan contain Visual Messaging and Data? Your plan must include the Visual voicemail option, as well as data. Your phone must also be properly configured. How to add the Visual voicemail option and/or data to my mobile plan How to configure my phone for Visual voicemail Restart your phone Reboot (power cycle) your phone by holding down the phone’s start button for 10 seconds. Following your reboot, your applications will load. Your phone will then re-authenticate to the Fizz mobile network and potentially recover its authorization to access the network. Android members Make sure your APN is properly configured For visual messaging to work properly, the APN of the Android device must be configured properly. How to configure the APN of your Android device Did you grant the requested authorizations? During the installation of the app, authorization requests were presented to you. If you did not grant the required permissions, Visual voicemail won’t work properly. You must download the app again and go through the activation steps once more so that this time you grant permission. Have you tried to uninstall and reinstall the app? Completely uninstall the application from your phone and reinstall it. Be careful not to just remove the icon from the home screen. You really need to uninstall and remove the app from your phone. iPhone members Is your version of iOS up to date? 1. Install the latest software update. Connect to a Wi-Fi network Download the latest iOS software update 2. Update the carrier settings. Once the software update is done, your iPhone will offer a carrier settings update. Make sure you accept it. Did you follow the Apple instructions to configure Visual voicemail? The setup steps are on the Apple website, as are troubleshooting instructions. See the detailed instructions from Apple
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How do I restore my phone to its factory settings?
The settings for any phone are predetermined by the manufacturer to ensure optimal performance, compliance with national regulations (copyright, frequencies, etc.) and to promote specific products chosen by the manufacturer. When you use your phone, you download and install applications and non-native files, which can compromise your phone’s functionality. When a problem arises with your phone, it may be necessary to restore your phone to its factory settings. Note: First of all, make sure to consult the Solution Hub for your specific issue. By following troubleshooting steps in a FAQ, you may be able resolve the issue, eliminating the need to restore your phone to factory settings. Save your personal files and data Before you restore your phone, make sure you backup all your files and data. This process may vary, depending on the type of phone. Here are two examples: Android: Settings → Cloud and accounts → Backup and restore → Back up data iPhone: Settings → iCloud → Backup Reset your phone’s network settings IMPORTANT: This operation will also reset your WiFi settings, mobile data, Bluetooth, etc. The steps to follow to reset your network settings will vary depending on the type of phone. Here are two examples: Android: Settings → General management → Reset → Reset network settings iPhone: Settings → General → Reset → Reset network settings Restore your phone to factory settings IMPORTANT: This process will reset your phone to its factory settings. Make sure you backup all media, contacts, applications and text messages that you wish to save before carrying out this step. It will be necessary to reconfigure some phone settings: data blocking, APN, WiFi networks, etc. Some phone settings will need to be reconfigured following the reset: mobile data blocking, APN, Wi-Fi networks, and so on. The steps to follow to reset