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I cannot send text messages

I cannot send text messages

iPhone 12, iOS 16

Posted on Jan 1, 2023 1:38 AM

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Posted on Jan 1, 2023 2:07 AM

Can't send or receive message then try these steps first

  1. Restart your device: ... 
  2. Check your network connection. ... 
  3. Check with your carrier to see if the type of message you're trying to send, like MMS or SMS, is supported.
  4. If you're trying to send group MMS messages on an iPhone, go to Settings > Messages and turn on MMS Messaging.

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If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone, iPad, or ...



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Jan 1, 2023 2:07 AM in response to Dallas60cownoys

Can't send or receive message then try these steps first

  1. Restart your device: ... 
  2. Check your network connection. ... 
  3. Check with your carrier to see if the type of message you're trying to send, like MMS or SMS, is supported.
  4. If you're trying to send group MMS messages on an iPhone, go to Settings > Messages and turn on MMS Messaging.

More items...•


If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone, iPad, or ...



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