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I can't send and receive iMessages

There are problems activating iMessage

Set up your tablet for iMessaging

Press Settings.
Press Messages.
Press the indicator next to
Press the Home key to return to the home screen.
  • 1
    Find "Messages"
    • Press Settings.
    • Press Messages.
  • 2
    Turn on sending of iMessages
    • Press the indicator next to "iMessage" to turn on the function.
      If you're an Unlimited SMS customer, you need to turn off iMessages.
  • 3
    Return to the home screen
    • Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

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