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Can’t text non iPhone users, but I can send messages to other iPhone users???

iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 15

Posted on Mar 3, 2022 3:16 AM

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Posted on Mar 3, 2022 3:27 AM

That's because messages are sent to other iPhone users using iMessage.


SMS is used to send messages to non-iPhone users, and it sounds like it is not properly setup for your phone or your cell plan does not have SMS capability.


As SMS is a cellular feature, you should contact your cellular carrier to make sure SMS messaging is included with your plan and is properly setup for your account.


Send and receive text messages on iPhone - Apple Support


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Mar 3, 2022 3:27 AM in response to Jimxz

That's because messages are sent to other iPhone users using iMessage.


SMS is used to send messages to non-iPhone users, and it sounds like it is not properly setup for your phone or your cell plan does not have SMS capability.


As SMS is a cellular feature, you should contact your cellular carrier to make sure SMS messaging is included with your plan and is properly setup for your account.


Send and receive text messages on iPhone - Apple Support


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