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Why wont my phone text people from my number?

I need to know why my brand new iPhone 13 is not verifying my number therefore not allowing me to use my phone. I can not send texts and the only ones that go through are from my email.

iPhone 13 Pro, iOS 15

Posted on Jul 3, 2022 11:40 AM

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Posted on Jul 3, 2022 12:01 PM

To activate iMessage and FaceTime using your Phone number


First, check to know whether you have an SMS plan enabled at least for One SMS with your carrier. Contact your Carrier (Cellular Service Provider) the agency that issued the SIM to you


If your iPhone is used with a carrier not found in the wireless carrier articles, make sure you can send and receive international SMS. (One SMS Only)


If you can't turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime - Apple ...

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Jul 3, 2022 12:01 PM in response to BrookeM2010

To activate iMessage and FaceTime using your Phone number


First, check to know whether you have an SMS plan enabled at least for One SMS with your carrier. Contact your Carrier (Cellular Service Provider) the agency that issued the SIM to you


If your iPhone is used with a carrier not found in the wireless carrier articles, make sure you can send and receive international SMS. (One SMS Only)


If you can't turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime - Apple ...

Why wont my phone text people from my number?

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