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How can I use iMessage? I went through the steps to turn it off and then back on.

How can I use iMessage? I went through the steps to it off and then back on.

iPhone 13 Pro, iOS 16

Posted on Jan 12, 2023 7:38 PM

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SravanKrA

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Posted on Jan 13, 2023 1:04 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 ...

*** You may not have an SMS plan enabled by your carrier for the SIM/eSIM that you use on your device. Apple Inc does not provide SMS services.

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