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iMessages won’t turn off (iPhone Xs Max with iOS 14.0.1.)

Hello,


I am using iPhone Xs Max running iOS 14.0.1. 


My issue: My iPhone sends/receives iMessages even thought Settings > iMessage is turned off please see attached image for reference).


Seeking your support to help me stop sending/receiving iMessages, as I would like to send/received message as an SMS/MMS only.



iPhone XS Max, iOS 14

Posted on Oct 15, 2020 12:11 AM

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Posted on Oct 15, 2020 12:47 AM

You may --> Deregister iMessage on your iPhone or online - Apple Support


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iMessages won’t turn off (iPhone Xs Max with iOS 14.0.1.)

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