I transferred my old number to my new sim yesterday which has updated however in the settings its still showing the ‘new’ number and not the old transferred number. Imessages sending as the ‘new’ number also. Iphone 17 - any idea how to update?
Change of SIM or number
do all 6 steps here, don't miss any out
1. Settings, Apps, Messages, turn off iMessage
2. Settings, Apps, Facetime, Turn off Facetime,
3. Power down the phone
4. Turn on the phone again
5. Settings, Apps, Messages, turn on iMessage,
6. Settings, Apps, Facetime, turn on Facetime
Then ensure your correct number appears in the Send & Receive
Change of SIM or number
do all 6 steps here, don't miss any out
1. Settings, Apps, Messages, turn off iMessage
2. Settings, Apps, Facetime, Turn off Facetime,
3. Power down the phone
4. Turn on the phone again
5. Settings, Apps, Messages, turn on iMessage,
6. Settings, Apps, Facetime, turn on Facetime
Then ensure your correct number appears in the Send & Receive
What network are you on? Are you receiving calls on the new number? If not, please contact your carrier’s support team.
If you just need to change the number in Settings, carrier may permit editing. AT&T allows me to edit the number.
Notice the blue cursor and numbers pad for editing number.
Old number not showing on iPhone 17 after transfer
