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ipad telephone number

Why would I need an independent telephone ipad number if it simply uses my iphone number to make calls

iPad Pro, 12.9-inch, 6th Gen, Wi-Fi

Posted on Jan 28, 2023 3:06 PM

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Posted on Jan 28, 2023 3:19 PM

The iPad phone number is used for cellular data transmission.

This page explains how iPad phone calls work: Make and receive phone calls on iPad – Apple Support

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Jan 28, 2023 3:19 PM in response to hophi

The iPad phone number is used for cellular data transmission.

This page explains how iPad phone calls work: Make and receive phone calls on iPad – Apple Support

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Jan 28, 2023 3:49 PM in response to hophi

The cellular carrier assigns your device a phone number for billing purposes.

It is not usable for phone calls.

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