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Unable to text non apple users from my iPad 12

Unable to text non apple users from my iPad 12

iPad Pro, iPadOS 15

Posted on Mar 26, 2022 11:29 AM

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Posted on Mar 26, 2022 1:33 PM

iPad cannot send SMS/MMS messages directly. You can however have the iPad use your iPhone to send the messages. Check these Apple documents

What is the difference between iMessage and SMS/MMS? - Apple Support


Use Continuity to connect your Mac, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Apple Watch - Apple Support

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jimfrombridgeton
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Mar 26, 2022 1:33 PM in response to Wirtspointlady

iPad cannot send SMS/MMS messages directly. You can however have the iPad use your iPhone to send the messages. Check these Apple documents

What is the difference between iMessage and SMS/MMS? - Apple Support


Use Continuity to connect your Mac, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Apple Watch - Apple Support

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Unable to text non apple users from my iPad 12

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