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UNABLE TO CONTACT ONE OF MY CONTACTS

all of a sudden - I am unable to send messages or make phone calls to one contact who is another apple user. I have deleted her number and reentered it and that didn’t help either. And it’s my mom - so it’s kind of big deal I be able to reach her.



iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Apr 14, 2023 6:36 AM

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Posted on Apr 14, 2023 7:21 AM

This is for both devices.


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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Apr 14, 2023 7:21 AM in response to alwaysroomforonemore

This is for both devices.


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.



UNABLE TO CONTACT ONE OF MY CONTACTS

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