Why is my stuck on sos

I tried turning on/off airplane mode, restoring, resetting network but my phone is still stuck on sos. Can’t make or receive calls

iPhone XR, iOS 16

Posted on Aug 16, 2023 7:36 AM

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Posted on Aug 16, 2023 7:41 AM

SOS indicates that your phone does NOT “see” your carrier … but that it does “see” another carrier.


Assuming that you ARE within your carrier’s coverage footprint, see the following:


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



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Aug 16, 2023 7:41 AM in response to Kenb91

Hello Kenb91!


If you’ve tried all the suggestions in the Related Article above your name, then please reach out to your carrier for further assistance.


If your carrier determines that there is no issue on their end, you’ll want to contact Apple Support:



Have a nice day, and good luck!

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