How to set up mobile network APN settings on Sony?

Setting up the APN (Access Point Name) on your Sony device is essential for maintaining a stable internet connection, especially when changing mobile data providers or dealing with connectivity issues. While the basic steps are similar across Android devices, they can vary slightly depending on your Sony model and Android version.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of configuring the APN on your Sony Android step by step, so you can enjoy smooth browsing and avoid unwanted disruptions. Keep reading to get your connection back on track!

APN settings for Free Roaming on Android

To use your Free Roaming eSIM on a Sony device, it’s important to configure the APN settings correctly. If you can’t connect to the network after activating your eSIM, just enter “globaldata” in the APN field to get things working.

Also, make sure your Free Roaming eSIM is selected for Mobile Data, this step is required before you can adjust the APN.

Here’s a step by step guide to help you set it up and get connected:

Steps to set up the APN on your Android Sony:

• Go to Settings > Network and Internet > Tap on SIMs > Select your Free Roaming eSIM.
• Scroll down and select Access Point Names or Advanced and then Access Point Names > Check if there is an APN labeled globaldata and select it. If it doesn’t appear, you’ll need to create it. To do so, tap the + at the top right > In the Name field, type Free Roaming to easily recognize it.
• Then, in the APN field, enter the word globaldata > Leave the other fields empty > Tap the three dots in the top right corner > Select Save > Finally, make sure to select the newly created APN (Free Roaming) as the default for your Sony, otherwise, it won’t activate correctly.

Troubleshooting tips

1. If your Android is still no connection or data signal after setting up the APN, or if you entered it incorrectly, a good solution is to reset the network settings.

This will erase all Wi-Fi, mobile network, and Bluetooth configurations, restoring them to factory defaults. Make sure to back up your Wi-Fi passwords beforehand. Next, we’ll walk you through the steps:

To reset network settings on Sony phones:

• Go to Settings > Scroll down and tap on System > Tap on Advanced > Select Reset options > Tap on Reset network settings > Tap on Reset settings (If prompted, enter the PIN you use to unlock your screen).

2. If your device is in an area covered by the eSIM plan and the APN is correctly configured, but you still can’t connect to the internet after resetting the network settings, try switching the operator manually.

3. If your phone is from another brand like Pixel, Samsung, Xiaomi, Motorola, Vivo, Huawei, Oppo, Nokia, or OnePlus, you’ll get easy-to-follow steps for setting up your Android APN settings without any hassle.