I used to send and receive messages with my family via my iPad (Apple or android).
Now this does not work on my new iPad. (I can send to my husband who has an iPhone).
why? I was told by the Verizon rep today that this no longer works and I can only communicate with Apple users!
Thank you in advance.
iPad Pro 10.5-inch, Wi-Fi, Cellular
You must explicitly enable Text Message Forwarding for your new iPad on your iPhone.
On your iPhone:
Settings > Messages > Text Message Forwarding - set to ON - and explicitly enable your iPad from the list of devices.
Also ensure that Messages in iCloud is enabled on both your iPhone and iPad:
Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > Messages - set to ON
More information:
Fault finding if needed:
If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
I hope you find this information to be helpful in resolving the issue.
You must explicitly enable Text Message Forwarding for your new iPad on your iPhone.
On your iPhone:
Settings > Messages > Text Message Forwarding - set to ON - and explicitly enable your iPad from the list of devices.
Also ensure that Messages in iCloud is enabled on both your iPhone and iPad:
Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > Messages - set to ON
More information:
Fault finding if needed:
If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
I hope you find this information to be helpful in resolving the issue.
Thank you so much! It looks like it worked.
I will update the Verizon person at our local store so she is able to help others. 👍👍
You’re very welcome.
This isn’t new; whenever a new device is introduced, text message forwarding must be explicitly enabled for the device. Your Cellular provider should know this.
New iPad messaging not working
