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I have my iphone 12 on automatic updates, but for some reason I noticed that there was an available update that didn't happen, so I manually initiated it. It updated from 15.something to 16.something. Right after that, if I text someone, they see the sender info as my Apple username instead of my regular name as usual, so they aren't sure it's me texting them. Also, in a group text chat, I no longer get the group's texts. Do you know what's going on?
iPhone 12 mini
Hi DougTomNor,
If you haven't done so yet, restart your iPhone. Although simple, this step can help correct some unexpected issues. iOS version 16.1.2 was recently released, so it's a good idea to make sure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version since this can help with overall performance: Apple security updates
Also, check to make sure your phone number is set up in Messages. If it isn't, this would be the reason messages are being sent with your Apple ID.
Here's how to Add or remove your phone number in Messages or FaceTime.
1. Go to Settings > Messages and make sure that iMessage is on. You might need to wait a moment for it to activate.
2. Tap Send & Receive. If you see “Use your Apple ID for iMessage,” tap it and sign in with the same Apple ID that you use on your Mac, iPad, and iPod touch.
3. In the "You can receive iMessages to and Reply From" section, make sure that your phone number and Apple ID are selected.
4. Go to Settings > FaceTime and make sure that your phone number and Apple ID are selected in the "You can be reached by FaceTime at" section.
There are some steps in this article that will help if you have issues with group messages: If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone or iPad
Cheers.
Hi DougTomNor,
If you haven't done so yet, restart your iPhone. Although simple, this step can help correct some unexpected issues. iOS version 16.1.2 was recently released, so it's a good idea to make sure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version since this can help with overall performance: Apple security updates
Also, check to make sure your phone number is set up in Messages. If it isn't, this would be the reason messages are being sent with your Apple ID.
Here's how to Add or remove your phone number in Messages or FaceTime.
1. Go to Settings > Messages and make sure that iMessage is on. You might need to wait a moment for it to activate.
2. Tap Send & Receive. If you see “Use your Apple ID for iMessage,” tap it and sign in with the same Apple ID that you use on your Mac, iPad, and iPod touch.
3. In the "You can receive iMessages to and Reply From" section, make sure that your phone number and Apple ID are selected.
4. Go to Settings > FaceTime and make sure that your phone number and Apple ID are selected in the "You can be reached by FaceTime at" section.
There are some steps in this article that will help if you have issues with group messages: If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone or iPad
Cheers.
Thank you.
You're welcome DougTomNor.
We're glad we could help! Feel free to reach back out if you have any further questions or issues with an Apple device or service.
Have an excellent day!
After update, text is wierd
