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So on an iPhone 12 when connected to Wi-Fi I have issues with the regular SMS messages going through.

iMessage works excellent though and so does anything else I’m using online, what could be the cause?

iPhone 12 mini, iOS 16

Posted on Nov 7, 2022 09:35 AM

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Posted on Nov 7, 2022 09:41 AM

SMS requires that you be connected to the cellular network.

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IdrisSeabright

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Nov 7, 2022 09:41 AM in response to Theweldingdude01

SMS requires that you be connected to the cellular network.

Nov 7, 2022 09:56 AM in response to IdrisSeabright

So even if I have Wi-Fi calling switched on this won’t work?

Nov 7, 2022 10:00 AM in response to Theweldingdude01

That would, as I recall, depend on your carrier. I'd suggest discussing the matter with them.

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