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Old 10-01-2020, 06:54 AM
 
Location: Vermont
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For the past two days I have been unable to connect to Sirius XM satellite radio for any length of time. on my I-Phone. Always getting the 'poor connection' or 'trying to connect' message. Missed the only shows I listen to and was disappointed because I wanted to hear commentary about the 'debate.'
I have it set to use cellular data if Wi-Fi isn't available (and Wi-Fi is terrible in my area) and still not working like it used to. Wonder if I've turned something OFF that should be on for the connection to be consistent?
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Old 11-11-2020, 04:50 PM
 
Location: Vermont
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Still trying to get regular connection to Sirius XM with my IPhone. I had the screen replaced a week back and the home button no longer functions, although it was 'moved' to the 'screen' and I can access apps that way.
However, I still have very inconsistent connectivity to Sirius.....says 'trying to connect' or 'no connection' or it just spins.
In settings, I have download over WiFi only but also have Sirius 'on' for cellular data. Am I doing something wrong?
Any advice appreciated.
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Old 11-11-2020, 05:18 PM
 
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If you’re using internet SXM streaming, then as long as you have decent signal you should be receiving it. I have found myself that in marginal cell areas it can have trouble connecting via the app.
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Old 11-12-2020, 06:24 AM
 
Location: Vermont
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If you’re using internet SXM streaming, then as long as you have decent signal you should be receiving it. I have found myself that in marginal cell areas it can have trouble connecting via the app.
Thank you. I don't have the best internet service but have not had this consistent issue with Sirius until recently. I was thinking if using cellular data was also an option, I shouldn't have any problems. But I don't understand technology as well as I probably should.
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Old 11-14-2020, 09:43 AM
 
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I have found the SXM app to be generally pretty crappy, honestly, regardless of signal strength. Laggy, freezy, etc.
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Old 07-17-2021, 05:36 PM
 
Location: C.R. K-T
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If you are listening in a car, you might want to get a radio (or Connect tuner) installed. The satellite signal is much more reliable than the buffering cellular internet stream.

I only use the app at home on Wi-Fi.
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Old 07-19-2021, 01:56 AM
 
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I wasn't aware that you could use a smartphone to receive Sirus but what about subscription? If it's in the car you must pay for the subscription. You don't have to pay using it on the phone?
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Old 07-20-2021, 12:30 PM
 
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I wasn't aware that you could use a smartphone to receive Sirus but what about subscription? If it's in the car you must pay for the subscription. You don't have to pay using it on the phone?

https://www.siriusxm.com/plans
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Old 07-20-2021, 10:46 PM
 
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Old 02-23-2022, 03:16 PM
 
Location: New Albany, Indiana (Greater Louisville)
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When I had the XM radio in my car I only had infrequent outages for a few seconds. On the phone app it's as good as your cell phone service. I only have trouble in remote areas with 1 or 0 bars of cell phone service.
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