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My iPad won’t sent text messages to non apple users

Hello, I have an 8th generation iPad software version 14.4.2. When I text someone that doesn’t have an iPhone the text fails to send. If I turn off iMessage in settings and try to send a text I have to sign in and then iMessage is back in again. I can’t get rid of the screen that has me sign in. So how do I resolve this issue.

Posted on May 4, 2021 10:24 AM

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Posted on May 4, 2021 11:02 AM

Ipads don't send text messages without an associated iphone.

How to forward SMS/MMS text messages from your iPhone to your iPad, iPod touch or Mac - Apple Support

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My iPad won’t sent text messages to non apple users

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