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Why can I not send text messages to android phones when in Wi-Fi mode in the air?

Cannot text in the air to android devices when on Wi-Fi.

Posted on Mar 24, 2022 12:13 PM

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Posted on Mar 24, 2022 2:17 PM

Lennyjc wrote:

Cannot text in the air to android devices when on Wi-Fi.

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Mar 24, 2022 2:17 PM in response to Lennyjc

Lennyjc wrote:

Cannot text in the air to android devices when on Wi-Fi.

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Mar 24, 2022 2:37 PM in response to razmee209

Because SMS messages require the cellular to be turned on. They use the cellular band to send and receive. They cannot do that via wi-fi.

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