SOS Only

Reset Network Settings: Only network settings are removed.

• When you reset network settings, previously used networks and VPN settings that weren’t installed by a configuration profile or mobile device management (MDM) are removed. Wi-Fi is turned off and then back on, disconnecting you from any network you’re on. The Wi-Fi and Ask to Join Networks settings remain turned on.
• To remove VPN settings installed by a configuration profile, go to Settings > General > Profiles & Device Management, select the configuration profile, then tap Remove Profile. This also removes other settings and accounts provided by the profile. See Install or remove configuration profiles on iPhone in this guide.
• To remove network settings installed by MDM, go to Settings > General > Profiles & Device Management, select the management, then tap Remove Management. This also removes other settings and certificates provided by MDM. See “Mobile device management (MDM)” in the iOS Deployment Reference.
• Reset your Network Settings. Tap Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This also resets Wi-Fi networks and passwords, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings that you've used before.

If the above fails....

Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings

• What this effectively does is to reset some of your Settings to factory default. It’s not a complete removal of settings. It removes all of your preferences for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Do No Disturb, Notifications, General, Sounds, Brightness & Wallpaper and Privacy.
• Resetting all settings also reverts all your personalized and customized features like wallpapers and accessibility settings back to factory defaults.
• Performing this action does not impact any of your personal device data, including photos, videos, notes, messages, reminders, emails, calendars, texts, documents, and other files

Try to set your iPhone back to factory settings, using your computer. Make sure your SIM is inserted before you start, then follow the steps mentioned in this article:

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support

If you see SOS or "SOS only" in the status bar, your device can still make emergency calls.

1. Check your coverage area. ... 
2. If you see SOS or SOS only. ... 
3. If you're on AT&T's 3G network. ... 
4. Restart your iPhone or iPad. ... 
5. Check for a Carrier Settings update. ... 
6. Turn your cellular line off and back on. ... 
7. Reset your Network Settings.

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If you see No Service, Searching, or SOS on your iPhone or iPad

Hey there,

If you see SOS or "SOS only" in the status bar, your device isn't connected to a network, but you can still make emergency calls. This feature is available in Australia, Canada, and the United States.

Please check this article to learn how to fix it ☞ If you see No Service, Searching, or SOS on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support