Q: Can't deactivate iMessage after switching phones?
I bought an Android phone tonight, replacing my iPhone. I also ported my number to the new phone. However, now, anytime someone with an iPhone tries to SMS me, their phone automatically sends it as an iMessage, which I can't receive, since I no longer use my iPhone. How do I deactivate my phone number with iMessage so that I can start receiving text messages from my iOS-using friends again?
iPhone 4S, iOS 5.0.1
Posted on Dec 16, 2011 9:03 PM
AHHHH After lots of tinkering I've solved the issue!
I really hope this helps everyone!
Okay. Heres what to do:
- Go to: https://supportprofile.apple.com/MySupportProfile.do
- Log in if not already logged in.
- Click on "edit products"
- Click on the "x" to the right of the product.
- Click "unregister"
Within seconds of doing this I was able to receive SMS messages from iMessage users!
Hopefully this helps everyone, and Merry Christmas!
Posted on Dec 24, 2011 6:45 PM