How to Lock 4G LTE in Infinix Hot 9 Play

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There are many ways we can do to change the 4G internet network settings. In this way, we should also be able to lock 4G Only on the mobile network operators.

The Infinix Hot 9 Play comes with a 6000 mAh battery that can be used to enjoy hours of video shows or listen to music non-stop. Amazingly, Infinix also provides fast charging capabilities with the latest technology.

Turning to performance, this phone relies on a chipset from Mediatek, the Helio A25 combined with 2 GB of RAM. That way, this phone can bulldoze various medium to high-class applications without any problems. In fact, although the internal memory is 32 GB, Infinix still allows users to use microSD. In terms of photography then, the phone uses a double rear camera module of 13.3 MP + 2 MP which works very well.

The 4G fourth-generation network technology is capable of accessing internet that exceeds 2G or 3G. For this reason, Infinix continues to compete by releasing an advanced smartphone that supports 4G LTE, the Infinix Hot 9 Play.

How to Lock 4G Network on Infinix Hot 9 Play

Although the Infinix Hot 9 Play already supports 4G networks, some users still experience problems where they have difficulty getting a 4G signal so that the network will change to 3G.

To solve this, we may need to set the 4G network to always be locked. For those who are curious how, please refer to the following guide.

Setting Network Type

In the Infinix Settings menu there is an option to select the preferred network type. You can choose the 4G network as follows.

  1. Open the Settings app on Infinix Hot 9 Play.
  2. Then select Network & Internet.
  3. Next tap Mobile Network.
  4. After that tap Preferred network type.
  5. Then select 4G (Recommended).

Using Network Codes

This second method is easier and more effective in locking the 4G network. If you want to try, please follow this guide.

  1. Launch the Phone app and type *#*#4636#*#*.
  2. Later you will enter the network testing menu.
  3. On that menu, select Phone Information at the top.
  4. Furthermore, on this Phone Info menu, there is an option called Set preferred network type.
  5. Change it to LTE Only.

The network on the phone will change to 4G and will be permanently locked. If you want to restore the network as before, do the method as above then select LTE / GSM auto (PRL).

4G LTE Switcher

The last way is to use the help of a third-party app. Among the 4G lock apps in the Play Store that are compatible with all phones is 4G LTE Switcher.

  1. Install the 4G LTE Switcher app after that install it on your Infinix phone.
  2. Open the app and you will immediately enter the Phone Info menu.
  3. In the menu there is an option Set Preferred Network Type.
  4. Now you just have to choose the LTE Only network.

Now the 4G LTE network is locked and you will always get fast and stable internet access.

Pros and Cons of Locking 4G Networks

There are many benefits to locking the network to 4G, apart from speeding up internet access, it can also reduce ping so you can play online games smoothly. This is why we have to lock 4G so as not to switch to 3G.

However, locking the 4G network will cause the Infinix phone to heat up more and also drain the battery quickly.

Among the two 4G lock methods, I prefer using the network code as it can be done quickly without any additional apps. But which method is more convenient will depend on your own taste.