I’m afraid to delete my eSIM now that I’ve switched carriers and have a physical Sim now, because for some reason it won’t let me text other Apple users unless the eSIM is switched on.
Help?
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iPhone 13, iOS 18
If you have ended the contract with the eSIM provider then it is pointless keeping it installed. Remove it in Settings, Cellular (or mobile service) and tap Delete eSIM.
Then
Settings, Apps, Messages, turn OFF iMessage
Settings, Apps, FaceTime turn OFF Facetime
Power the phone off
Power it back on
Settings, Apps, Messages, turn ON iMessage
Ensure your main new number is showing as one of the addresses
Settings, Apps, FaceTime turn ON Facetime
If you have ended the contract with the eSIM provider then it is pointless keeping it installed. Remove it in Settings, Cellular (or mobile service) and tap Delete eSIM.
Then
Settings, Apps, Messages, turn OFF iMessage
Settings, Apps, FaceTime turn OFF Facetime
Power the phone off
Power it back on
Settings, Apps, Messages, turn ON iMessage
Ensure your main new number is showing as one of the addresses
Settings, Apps, FaceTime turn ON Facetime
This is most likely because iMessage is turned off, review this in settings
You should turn off the e sim without problems after that
Thank you 😊
I tried that and only got messages from people who didn’t have iPhones
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