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How do I get the messages off a lost iPhone to my iPhone?

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iPhone XR, iOS 15

Posted on Nov 24, 2022 8:36 AM

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Posted on Nov 24, 2022 9:17 AM

If the old phone has Messages turned on in your iCloud settings then they will appear on the new phone when you set it up and you turn it on in the new phone settings..

If it was not turned on then you might get them back when you restore the latest backup you took before the phone was lost.

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Nov 24, 2022 9:17 AM in response to RandyShafer

If the old phone has Messages turned on in your iCloud settings then they will appear on the new phone when you set it up and you turn it on in the new phone settings..

If it was not turned on then you might get them back when you restore the latest backup you took before the phone was lost.

How do I get the messages off a lost iPhone to my iPhone?

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