Why does Wi-Fi turn off on my Honor phone when I turn on a hotspot? A breakdown of the causes and solutions.

If this option isn't present, your firmware doesn't support it. In this case, the only solution is to manually enable developer mode and forcefully change the settings (more on that below).

3. IP address conflict: why does the phone “confuse” networks?

Another common reason is - subnet conflictWhen you turn on the hotspot, the phone automatically assigns it an IP range (usually 192.168.43.x or 192.168.1.x). If your router uses the same range, a conflict occurs and Honor Forces Wi-Fi to be disabled to avoid routing loops.

How to check and fix:

1. Find out your router's IP:

   On Android: Settings → Wi-Fi → [your network] → Advanced → IP address (gateway)
   On Windows: cmd → ipconfig → "Default gateway" line

2. If the gateway 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1, and the access point uses 192.168.1.x - change the hotspot range.
3. To do this, install an application like NetMaster or Wi-Fi Analyzer and manually set a different range (for example, 192.168.100.x).

4. Bugs in Wi-Fi drivers: when the software is to blame

If the problem appeared after a firmware update or a factory reset, it's the fault of wireless module driverThis is especially true for models on Kirin chipsets, where Wi-Fi/Bluetooth drivers are often updated separately from the main firmware.

Signs of a software bug:

• 🔄 Wi-Fi does not turn off immediately, but 10-30 seconds after activating the access point.
• 📱 The "! " icon appears in the status bar.
on the Wi-Fi indicator.
• 🔌 After rebooting, the problem temporarily disappears.

Solutions:

1. Reset network settings:

   Settings → System → Reset → Reset network settings

   ⚠️ Attention: After the reset, you will have to re-enter Wi-Fi passwords and pair Bluetooth devices.

2. Update drivers manually:
   • Download the latest firmware version for your model from the website Huawei/Honor.
   • Unzip the file update.zip and find the folder with the drivers (/vendor/firmware).
   • Install them through ADB or HiSuite.

5. Power Saving Mode: The Hidden Culprit of Problems

Battery optimization features in Honor can aggressively disable "unnecessary" radio modules. For example, if you turned on Ultra power saving mode or Intelligent power management, the system may regard the simultaneous operation of Wi-Fi and a hotspot as an unnecessary load.

How to disable restrictions:

Disable Ultra Mode in Settings → Battery

Add apps to optimization exclusions

Turn off Smart Wi-Fi Control in Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi → Advanced

Reset Adaptive Battery in Settings → Battery → ⋮ → Reset

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Also check individual application settings:

1. Go to Settings → Apps → [your hotspot app].
2. Select Battery → Unlimited.
3. Turn on Autostart And Secondary launch.

If after these manipulations Wi-Fi still turns off, try disable all optimization features via developer mode:

1. Enable developer mode: Settings → About phone → Build number (tap 7 times).
2. Return to Settings → System → Developer Options.
3. Find options:

   Disable MIUI (EMUI) optimization
   Do not disable background processes
   Limit background processes → Unlimited

6. Alternative ways to distribute the Internet without conflicting with Wi-Fi

If none of these methods help, consider alternative Internet sharing options that don't interfere with your Wi-Fi connection:

• 🔌 USB modem: Connect your phone to your PC/laptop via cable and turn it on USB modem V Settings → Mobile network → Portable hotspotThis method does not affect the Wi-Fi module.
• 🔵 Bluetooth modem: Slower than USB, but more stable than a hotspot. Turns on in Settings → Bluetooth → Tethering.
• 📶 External Wi-Fi adapter: Buy a USB Wi-Fi dongle (for example, TP-Link TL-WN725N) and connect it to your laptop via OTG. The phone will remain connected to its network, and the internet will be shared through the adapter.

For advanced users, there is another way - Setting up routing via Termux:

pkg install termux-api
termux-wifi-enable
ifconfig wlan0 up
iptables -t nat -A POSTROUTING -o rmnet_data -j MASQUERADE

This method requires root rights and knowledge of Linux commands, but allows you to bypass firmware limitations.

7. When to contact service: hardware faults

If all software methods have been tried but the problem persists, it is possible hardware malfunctions:

• 🔌 Damage to the Wi-Fi module (for example, after a fall or exposure to moisture).
• 🔋 Antenna switch malfunction (a common problem in Honor 8X/9X).
• 📱 Oxidation of contacts on the motherboard (manifested as periodic disconnection of Wi-Fi/Bluetooth).

Signs of hardware failure:

• Wi-Fi turns off even without activating the hotspot.
• The phone does not see some networks or “loses” them after connecting.
• IN Settings → Wi-Fi networks are detected but not connected (Authentication error).

Repair cost:

Type of malfunction	Cost (approximate)	Repair time
Replacing the Wi-Fi module	1 500–3 000 ₽	1–2 days
Cleaning/re-soldering the antenna	1 000–2 500 ₽	3–5 hours
Diagnostics + firmware	500–1 500 ₽	Day 1

⚠️ Attention: Before visiting the service, make a backup copy of your data via HiSuite or Google DriveIn some cases, a full reset of the phone is required for repair.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about the problem

Is there any way to make Honor work with Wi-Fi and a hotspot at the same time without root?
On most models, no, if the firmware blocks this feature at the kernel level. The only working workarounds are:
• Use USB modem or Bluetooth modem.
• Install custom firmware (For example, LineageOS), if it supports your model.
• Update to the latest version Magic UI — new firmware sometimes adds support for this function.
Why does this problem not occur on some phones (eg Samsung)?

Flagship smartphone manufacturers (eg. Samsung, Google Pixel) are installed dual-antenna Wi-Fi modules (2×2 MIMO or 4×4 MIMO), which are physically capable of working with multiple networks simultaneously. Their firmware also doesn't impose any hard restrictions on the simultaneous use of Wi-Fi and a hotspot.

Budget and mid-budget models (including most Honor) are equipped with single-antenna modules for cost savings.

After resetting the settings, the problem went away, but then came back. What's wrong?

Most likely, one of the following factors is to blame:

• Automatic firmware update — after the reset, the phone could update to a version with a bug.
• Restoring settings from the cloud - if you restored your Wi-Fi settings from Google Account, old conflicts could also return.
• Background applications - some programs (for example, VPN clients or antiviruses) may block simultaneous operation of networks.

Try after reset do not restore settings from backup and manually configure Wi-Fi again.

Are there any apps that can help bypass this limitation?

Yes, but their effectiveness depends on the phone model and firmware version:

• NetShare — allows you to share the internet via VPN without disconnecting your Wi-Fi. Requires root.
• PdaNet+ - uses USB/Bluetooth for distribution without affecting Wi-Fi.
• ClockworkMod Tether — works on some firmware versions without root, but may be unstable.

Beware of apps that promise to "magically" enable a feature - many of them are scams or contain malicious code.

Will this problem be solved in new Honor models?
In the latest flagships (Honor Magic 5/6 Pro, Honor 90) the problem is partially solved due to:
• Using chipsets Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with support Dual Wi-Fi.
• Optimized firmware Magic UI 7.0+, where the option "Allow simultaneous use of Wi-Fi».