Is anybody else experiencing issues with iMessage since updating to ios7.1?

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Is anybody else experiencing issues with iMessage since updating to ios7.1?

I'm having issues since doing the last update on my 5s. I do not use iMessage on any other device bar this, and have logged my ID out of iMessage, FaceTime and the AppStore and rebooted. I have reset my carrier settings and have performed a full system restore. It started working on wifi, but once away from wifi, no luck. I contacted my carrier who confirmed all aspects of my account were fine (coverage, data etc.) so I am at a loss.

I have visited my local apple store, they were unable to assist - suggested I make an appointment with Genius Bar, which is difficult because they don't work weekends...

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks, LC

iPhone 5s, iOS 7.1

Posted on Apr 4, 2014 2:02 PM

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Ocean20

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Apr 4, 2014 2:05 PM in response to LozCaveAUS

Activation of imessage and facetime requires the ability to send a hidden SMS to an apple server in the UK. the phone number starts with +44. If you are not in that country and your service plan does not allow the sending of international texts then that is your problem

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