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iMessage not working

My iMessage is not working suddenly with my apple ID. Sometimes it says Activation unsuccessful and at times it doesn't say anything yet it will not work. FaceTime is working on my apple ID but iMessage is just so so stuck.

iPhone 11, iOS 16

Posted on Oct 22, 2022 1:17 AM

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Posted on Oct 22, 2022 1:17 AM

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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Oct 22, 2022 1:17 AM in response to preeti102

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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