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I switched network providers and got a temporary number with my sim. I had my number ported from old network provider but when i enter the number i am unable to save it. I believe if i don't change it i will have problems sending messages
iPhone 13, iOS 16
To activate iMessage and FaceTime using your Phone number
First, check to know whether you have an SMS plan enabled at least for One SMS*** with your carrier. Contact your Carrier (Cellular Service Provider) the agency that issued the SIM to you
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 SMS*** Only)
If you can't turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime - Apple ...
*** You may not have an SMS plan enabled by your carrier for the SIM/eSIM that you use on your device. Apple Inc does not provide SMS services.
To activate iMessage and FaceTime using your Phone number
First, check to know whether you have an SMS plan enabled at least for One SMS*** with your carrier. Contact your Carrier (Cellular Service Provider) the agency that issued the SIM to you
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 SMS*** Only)
If you can't turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime - Apple ...
*** You may not have an SMS plan enabled by your carrier for the SIM/eSIM that you use on your device. Apple Inc does not provide SMS services.
Simply insert the new SIM with the new number. Please contact your carrier for adding it to the iPhone.
temporary number from new network is still appearing on My number i am unable to change to my current number
