Wi-fi connected showing no bars

Ever since the last wi-fi update on my Nokia Lumia 521 when I connect at home the wi-fi is green but shows no bars. Before the update it would show full 5 bars when connected via wi-fi at home why is this? It has been causing problems with downloading apps from the store always saying it can't connect to my phone and sends an email for me to download the app, ugh! HeLp and thank you

Are you sure you are looking for the Correct Icon ? Thye 5 Bars are for the Cellular Signal strength .. The WiFi Icon is shown on Pg. 8 of the User Guide and are small Arcs ...
Though the WiFi is in Green colour and set ON but did you check whether it is showing 'Connected' under your WiFi name ?
If problem persists, reboot both, the phone and the Router ..

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