iMessage activation unsuccessful

I got the iPhone 15 pro max yesterday and switched carriers. But my iMessage and FaceTime keep saying activation unsuccessful. I turned them both off and restarted my phone. I also signed out of my Apple Id and signed back in.

My cell service works fine. I can receive regular text messages and phone calls.

Has anyone run into this problem?

iPhone 15 Pro Max, iOS 17

Posted on Nov 18, 2023 06:39 AM

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Nov 18, 2023 07:29 AM in response to Lovemy15t

To activate iMessage and FaceTime using your Phone number

  1. First, check to know whether you have an SMS plan enabled for at least One SMS*** with your carrier. Contact your Carrier (Cellular Service Provider) the agency that issued the SIM to you
  2. If your iPhone is used with a carrier not found in the wireless carrier articles, make sure you can send and receive international SMS. (One international SMS*** Only)
  3. If you can't turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime - Apple ...


*** You may not have an SMS plan (Domestic & International) enabled by your carrier for the SIM/eSIM that you use on your device. Apple Inc does not provide SMS services.


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