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The chain-link symbol on an iPhone indicates a mobile hotspot is in play

BGR says the symbol can appear periodically, and your phone may be connected to another device.

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BGR says the chain-link symbol on an iPhone indicates a mobile hotspot is in play. The phone may be connected to another device.

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BGR@BGRThe chain link symbol that appears periodically on your iPhone is an indication that a mobile hotspot is in play. Your phone may be connected to another device. https://www.bgr.com/2263472/chain-link-symbol-iphone-meaning/?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_campaign=Echobox-BGR&utm_medium=Social-Distribution&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=179069174211d
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