iPhone 7 cellular error
For weeks now, and I tried everything, including the iTunes updates; and I sometimes get cellular to work, but most time not!!! What is my next step… Get a a new phone ???
iPhone 7, iOS 15
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For weeks now, and I tried everything, including the iTunes updates; and I sometimes get cellular to work, but most time not!!! What is my next step… Get a a new phone ???
iPhone 7, iOS 15
Carrier Update (Required): Released by your Cellular Service provider (Carrier Update), affects your Outgoing / Incoming calls, SMS, Data etc..
How to Update Carrier Settings
You can manually check for and install a carrier settings, update with these steps: Make sure your device is connected to a Wi-Fi or cellular network. Tap Settings > General > About. If an update is available, you'll see an option to update your carrier settings.
Update your carrier settings on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

Few Carrier (Cellular Service Provider) does not provide Carrier Settings in full but they offer APN settings for example
Settings > Mobile Data > APN [under Mobile Data APN] enter the APN pin
View and edit your APN settings
If your carrier allows it, you can view your APN settings in one of the following locations: Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options > Cellular Network. Settings> Mobile Data > Mobile Data Options > Mobile Data Network.
View and edit your Access Point Name (APN) on your iPhone ...
Arle4321 wrote:
Get a a new phone ???
Even buying a new device will not solve the issue faced by you. Please change the SIM and have a one to one talk with your Carrier.
Hope your device is not Carrier Locked.
iPhone 7 cellular error