How to speed up the Internet Tele2 on Xiaomi smartphones

Owners of Xiaomi smartphones often face a situation where the operator’s declared mobile Internet speed differs significantly from the real one. This problem is especially acute for Tele2 subscribers, whose network in some regions can be congested or have specific coverage settings. Low page load speeds, video buffering and long application responses annoy any user, turning a modern gadget into a clumsy device.

Fortunately, Android, in conjunction with the MIUI or HyperOS shell, provides enough tools to manually manage network settings. Often the problem is not physical restriction of towers, but incorrect access point settings or choosing a suboptimal communication standard.

In this article, we will take a look at all the optimization methods available, learn how to correctly prescribe APN settings, how to get your phone to look for more stable frequencies, and what hidden engineering menus can help diagnose. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most out of your plan.

Signal quality and network coverage

Before making changes to system files or settings, you need to evaluate the current situation objectively. Often users complain about slow Internet, being in a zone of insecure reception or in a room with thick walls where the 4G signal simply does not break through. Tele2, like other operators, uses different frequency ranges, and not all of them are equally good at penetrating obstacles.

The first step is to visually evaluate the indicators on the screen, and if the network icon is constantly jumping between 4G, 3G and E, then the problem is physical, and then the software tricks will only have a temporary effect, and you need to move closer to the window or go out into the open space to check if the connection quality changes.

⚠️ Note: If the indicator shows only E (Edge), then no settings are available. APN It's an old, very low-speed data standard that's used where there's no coverage. LTE.

To make a more accurate diagnosis, you can use built-in system tools or third-party speed-measuring apps, run a test at different points along your route to see where the drawdown is happening, and this will help separate the device problem from the location problem.

Also, consider the load on the base station. During peak hours, when many people are simultaneously using mobile Internet, the speed can drop for all carrier subscribers in the area, in which case the acceleration is possible only by switching to a less busy frequency, if your phone and settings allow it.

Manually configuring the APN access point for Tele2

The most effective way to improve speed is to manually adjust access point settings (APNs). Automatic settings that come to SMS or are loaded by the operator often contain redundant data or use outdated protocols.

You need to get to the settings menu first. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Choose. SIM-map Tele2 → Access points (APN). Here you'll see a list of existing profiles. It's best to create a new one so that if you make a mistake, you can easily roll back to factory values.

Press the New Access Point button or the + icon in the upper right corner, and you'll see a form with many fields, most of which you can leave blank, but you need to fill in the key settings with strictly defined values, and even a single character error can lead to a complete absence of the Internet.

• 📶 Name: Enter any, for example, Tele2 Fast
• 🌐 Access point (APN): write in internet.tele2.ru
• 🔒 Type of authentication: select PAP or CHAP
• 📡 Type APN: Please indicate default,supl

Pay special attention to the field "Type APN." It is the supl parameter responsible for the operation of GPS and geolocation support services, which indirectly affects the speed of location in the navigators. After filling in all the fields, be sure to save the profile by clicking on the three-dot menu and selecting "Save", and then activate it by ticking.

⚠️ Warning: Do not change the Proxy and Port fields unless you use special corporate gateways.

After saving the settings, it is recommended to turn on the flight mode for 10 seconds, and then turn it off. This will force the device to re-register on the network with new parameters. Check the download speed using any traffic metering service.

Compulsory selection of 4G/LTE standard

Xiaomi smartphones are set to automatically choose the type of network by default. The logic of the system is simple: if the 4G signal is weak, the phone switches to 3G to provide any connection. However, for modern tasks, 3G is often too slow, and it is better to have stable, if not perfect 4G than hop mode.

To make the phone hold on to LTE, You need to change the settings of your preferred network type. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Choose. SIM-map → Preferred network type. In the list that opens, select Preferred LTE or LTE only (if available).

Use of the “Only” regime LTE» This can be a risk, as in some buildings, 4G If you don't catch at all, you'll be left without communication and calls (unless VoLTE technology is enabled). LTE», which gives priority to high speed, but allows you to fall on 3G critically.

There is also a hidden Android engineering menu available on many Xiaomi models. To log in, open the Phone app and dial ##4636#. If the menu opens, go to Phone Information and find the drop-down list “Install preferred network type.”

Recommended values for selection:


LTE Only (for the test)




LTE/TD-SCDMA/WCDMA




LTE/GSM auto (PRL)

Selecting the LTE Only option through the engineering menu is a radical method, which completely disables the ability to receive 2G and 3G signals, use it only to test the speed at a particular point or if you are in the zone of confident reception, but the phone constantly “flys” to 3G.

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Forced LTE mode activation prevents constant reconnection between communication standards, which reduces ping in games and video calls.

Resetting network settings and re-registration

The accumulation of temporary files and errors in the Android network stack can lead to a decrease in connection performance over time, especially for devices that have been in use for a long time without rebooting or flashing. Network resets return all parameters to the factory state, removing possible conflicts.

It is important to understand that this operation will affect not only mobile Internet, will be deleted all saved passwords from Wi-Fi networks, settings Bluetooth devices and VPN-So before you start the procedure, make sure you remember passwords from important Wi-Fi hotspots.

The reset process on Xiaomi is as follows: go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth. The system will warn you of the consequences. Click Reset settings and enter the screen unlock code.

• 🔄 Remove all Wi-Fi access points and their passwords
• 📱 Resets Bluetooth conjugation settings
• 📶 Cleanses mobile network settings to factory
• 🔌 Does not affect personal files, photos and applications

Once the phone is restarted, the system will redetect the SIM card and download the operator’s basic settings, which often resolves problems when the phone “sees” the network, but the Internet is down or running extremely slow due to software glitches.

If the speed has not changed after the reset, try to physically remove it. SIM-So you can wipe the contacts with a soft cloth and put them back in, and oxidation of the contacts is a common cause of bad signal, especially if the SIM card has been in use for several years.

Use of hidden MIUI and DNS functions

MIUI has its own set of optimization tools that can indirectly affect Internet connection speeds, such as Game Acceleration and DNS settings. While they do not increase channel bandwidth, they can reduce delays and speed up server response.

In the Developer settings, you can find a setting that affects network behavior. To activate the developer menu, you need to quickly click on MIUI Version 7 times in the About Phone section. Then, in the advanced settings, look for the Additional section.

One of the most effective measures is the change of DNS-By default, your ISP or carrier uses its name servers, which can be slow. DNS Google or Cloudflare often speed up site openings.

To do this, go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Private DNS. Select the option “Host Name of the DNS Provider” and type in the address: dns.google or 1dot1dot1dot1.cloudflare-dns.com. Save the changes.

It's also worth checking if the traffic saving mode is on.It can limit the background activity of applications, which causes messengers and mail to update with a delay. SIM-check-up.

⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI shift DNS The developer menu may conflict with the "Safe" function. DNS» In the basic settings, use only one method.

Table of optimal parameters for different regions

Network settings may vary slightly depending on the region where you are located. Tele2 uses different frequencies in Moscow, St. Petersburg and other regions of Russia. Below is a table with recommended values for the main parameters.

As you can see from the table, the main parameter for all regions is the single address of the access point. The differences can be observed in the supported protocols. If you have problems accessing some resources, try the settings. APN amend the Protocol APN» s IPv4/IPv6 Only IPv4. This solves compatibility problems with old servers.

It is also worth noting that in remote regions, Tele2 coverage may be based on partner infrastructure (roaming), in which cases manual adjustment may be less effective, as the priorities of the networks are dictated by the partner operator.

To check the current frequencies, you can use apps like Cell Mapper or Network Cell Info Lite to show you what frequency (Band) you are working on. If the phone is running at a high frequency (such as Band 7 or Band 3), the speed will be higher, but the range is smaller. Low frequencies (Band 20) are better at breaking walls, but have less bandwidth.

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Use the Cell Mapper app to find the point in the house with the best signal. 20-30 Centimeters can change the signal level 1-2 division.

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