How to Resolve iPhone 16 Pro WiFi Connection Problems?

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I had this issue. I turned my phone off. Then pressed the side and one of the volume buttons until the Apple logo appeared, then kept pressing them until it disappeared and reappeared again. Then once my phone turned on I was able to connect to the wifi. I hope this helps 🫶🏻

This worked for me too! "Forgot" my VPN config, it connected immediately. I think the issue is it was trying to use that configuration but hadn't yet downloaded the VPN app.

I don’t have the VPN app and I have this issue. 🤦🏻‍♂️

Any other clues?

that seems the only possible solution

Is there any difference between a back up to my hard drive vs a factory reset and reinstall via iCloud in this context?

Yes, there is a difference. Using the restore from a backup made on your computer, during the restore process a new version of iOS will be installed, which won't happen with an iCloud restore.

I have the same problem In fact Wendy's Wifi told me I couldn't connect to it!

I sent mine in to Apple it is on its way back to me right now. I'll know Monday if it is fixed!

I bought my iPhone 16 pro max in last couple of weeks. Outside of a WiFi connection I just cannot get on to the internet- it’s hopeless. My service provider Vodafone are puzzled.

Well my replacement iPhone had a problem the e-sim got corrupted and the mobile corporate store had to override it now it works excellent!

Such a let down for an expensive phone I have tried everything. Only works on WiFi. Come on Apple please find a solution

had same trouble connecting to complete restore on new phone. Deleted ExpressVPN app download and it immediately connected to wifi and finished restore from iCloud on 16promax

This is exactly what I had to do. Deleted all VPN connections and then my WiFi worked.

Turn off VPN if your running one.