Not receiving txt messages

Not receiving sms messages from friends and family when they say they have sent one but still getting sms alerts from companies

iPhone 13, iOS 16

Posted on Aug 31, 2023 10:58 AM

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IdrisSeabright

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Posted on Aug 31, 2023 11:16 AM

As SMS is a carrier feature, best to start by calling them.

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IdrisSeabright

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Aug 31, 2023 11:16 AM in response to Puddinmarooski

As SMS is a carrier feature, best to start by calling them.

Aug 31, 2023 11:59 AM in response to Puddinmarooski

Thank you , waiting to hear back from giffgaff

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