Can't seem to get iMessage to work on my iPad. It's working on my Macbook and iPhone. I have tried every suggestion I can find including completely resetting the iPad. Any original suggestions?
iPad, iOS 8.1.3
Howdy drinkin,
If you have not been able to activate iMessage, I would recommend you use the troubleshooting in the following article:
If you get an error when trying to activate iMessage or FaceTime
Check your device settings
- Make sure that you’re connected to a cellular data or Wi-Fi network. If you're using an iPhone, you'll need SMS messaging to activate your phone number with iMessage and FaceTime. Depending on your carrier, you might be charged for this SMS.
- Go to Settings > General > Date & Time and make sure that your time zone is set up correctly.
Turn off iMessage and FaceTime and restart
- Go to Settings > Messages and turn off iMessage.
- Go to Settings > FaceTime and turn off FaceTime.
- Restart your device.
- Turn iMessage and FaceTime back on.
Still not activated after an hour?
It might take a few minutes to activate iMessage and FaceTime. If you've waited more than an hour, try these steps:
- Make sure that your device has the latest version of iOS.
- If you're using an iPhone, contact your carrier to make sure that you can receive SMS messages.
- Contact Apple Support.
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Regards,
Sterling
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