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I have been unable to activate my number for iMessages and FaceTime

Posted on Jul 7, 2021 8:03 AM

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Posted on Jul 7, 2021 8:25 AM

You need to change/add the number on your Apple ID. You may have to add the new number before you can remove the old number. After the change, allow up to 24 hours for the change to sync. Before trying to make the change, sign out of Messages/FaceTime on all devices/computers.


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Eric Root
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Jul 7, 2021 8:25 AM in response to okuba

You need to change/add the number on your Apple ID. You may have to add the new number before you can remove the old number. After the change, allow up to 24 hours for the change to sync. Before trying to make the change, sign out of Messages/FaceTime on all devices/computers.


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