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Sep 16, 2024 · Make sure that your phone line is turned on. If you use multiple SIMs, make sure that the phone number you want to use is selected and turned on. In the Settings app, tap Apps. Tap Messages, then turn iMessage off and then back on. Tap Send & Receive. Tap the phone number that you want to use with Messages.
- iPad SMS messages "Not delivered"
I recently upgraded my iPad Pro 12.9 to IOS 15.1. Yesterday...
- iPad SMS messages "Not delivered"
Nov 18, 2021 · I recently upgraded my iPad Pro 12.9 to IOS 15.1. Yesterday morning I started receiving "Not delivered" for every SMS message I tried to send. I successfully sent an SMS message around 4:30 AM. When I tried to send another message around 6:00 AM, I started receiving "Not delivered" for every text message sent. I selected Retry and got same message.
- Hey there kjjohnsondom, Thanks for posting in Apple Support Communities. It sounds like you are having trouble with your SMS messages not being del...
- Miranda with Apple Support helped me solve the problem. On my iPad Settings>Messages>Send & Receive>Start new conversations from, I checked my iPho...
- kjjohnsondom, All apologies! Let's try this once again: How to forward SMS/MMS text messages from your iPhone to your iPad, iPod touch or Mac. This...
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- kjjohnsondom, Cheers to Miranda with Apple Support! So glad it's working and your issue is resolved. Take care.
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Quick ways to successfully send your iMessages when it doesn't say "delivered"
Are your iMessages not delivering? Don't worry—this doesn't mean you're blocked. You may be having connection issues with your Wi-Fi or cellular data, or you could need a software update for your device. This wikiHow will show you how to troubleshoot your iPhone or iPad when iMessage doesn't say delivered after sending a text.
Open "Settings" → "Messages" → toggle off "iMessage". Restart your device, then toggle iMessage on again.
Go to "Settings" → "Messages" → toggle on "Send as SMS".
Turn off iMessage and turn it on again.
Disabling and re-enabling iMessage on your iPhone or iPad will often fix stuck messages.
Make sure your iPhone or iPad has the latest operating system.
Software updates include important bug fixes. Be sure to
on your iPhone or iPad, and then try to send your message again.
If there's an available update, tap
iMessage needs a Wi-Fi or cellular connection to work.
If your message is stuck without a status, make sure you're connected to Wi-Fi or a cellular network.
connected to a Wi-Fi network
, and then send your message again.
Toggle on "Send as SMS".
This feature allows your device to send messages as an SMS text when iMessage is unavailable. Carrier rates may apply, so be sure your plan allows this.
Restart your device to fix minor errors in your software.
If you leave your device on without the occasional restart, this could cause your device to run slower.
On iPhones without a home button, press and hold either volume button and the power button. Swipe the slider to shut off your device. Wait at least 30 seconds, and then hold the power button to turn it on again.
On iPhones with a home button, press and hold the power button. Swipe the slider to shut off your device. Wait at least 30 seconds, and then hold the power button to turn it on again.
Make sure your cellular data is turned on.
To do this, open the
if it isn't on already.
You should also check with your carrier to make sure you have available data to use.
If the message isn't sending, your recipient's device may be lacking a proper signal or connection. Wait an hour or two, and then check the status of your message. You can also try to send a new one.
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Sep 21, 2021 · check Network (Airplan mode is off) Reset Network Settings and restart. Toggle off and on Mobile Data. Network Selection Manual (previously I had it setup on Automatic) Toggle off and on Wi-Fi Calling. Restart and soft reset several times. Toggle off and on iMessage. Toggle off and on Send as SMS. No luck so far.
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- Are you having trouble just with SMS (green) messages? Or with both SMS and iMessage (blue)? If just SMS, start by contacting your carrier.
- Finally I got it solved. It had nothing to do with the iPhone or iOS, it was a de-sync between some systems on the Vodafone's backend they said.
- Only with SMS. iMessages are Ok. I do not think it's from the operator because everything is fine on my wife iPhone XS and my son's iPhone 12 mini....
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Nov 5, 2021 · Hello Kat5218, We see you're having issues messaging a contact, and we'd be happy to help out. This page here has some helpful steps to try that may help resolve things: If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Also, is the affected contact having issues receiving messages from their other contacts as well, or ...
Jun 26, 2024 · Here’s how. Step 1: Open Settings and tap on your profile name. Scroll down and tap on Sign Out. Step 2: Enter your iCloud password and tap on Turn Off at the top-right corner. Step 3: Select ...
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May 24, 2023 · The iMessage toggle is located near the top of the screen. Turn it off. Now restart your iPhone or iPad, then turn iMessage back on using the same method. On a Mac: Launch the Messages app and select Messages > Settings from the menu bar. Go to the iMessage tab and, under your Apple ID, uncheck Enable Messages in iCloud.
