“Location services” grayed out on iPad
I am unable to enter my location on my iPad because location services are grayed out. I’ve reset everything.
iPad mini, iOS 12
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I am unable to enter my location on my iPad because location services are grayed out. I’ve reset everything.
iPad mini, iOS 12
You should check that the Time & Time Zine is set correctly on your iPad:
Settings > General > Date & Time
If configured to Set Automatically, it may be necessary to temporarily disable this setting - and then set both the TimeZone and Time accurately for your geographic location.
After correcting the Time and TimeZone, a forced-restart of your iPad may be necessary:
After Location Services are functioning normally, you can return your Time settings to Set Automatically.
You should check that the Time & Time Zine is set correctly on your iPad:
Settings > General > Date & Time
If configured to Set Automatically, it may be necessary to temporarily disable this setting - and then set both the TimeZone and Time accurately for your geographic location.
After correcting the Time and TimeZone, a forced-restart of your iPad may be necessary:
After Location Services are functioning normally, you can return your Time settings to Set Automatically.
“Location services” grayed out on iPad