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Why can’t I send and receive text messages from non iPhones?

Why can’t I send and receive text messages from non iPhone users?

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on Apr 17, 2021 10:14 AM

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MrHoffman

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Posted on Apr 17, 2021 10:17 AM

Enable SMS messaging, probably also enable MMS messaging option, and confirm with your carrier that your cellular plan includes SMS messaging.

Settings > Messages > send as SMS ✅, MMS Messaging ✅, Group Messaging ✅

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