Verizon Acknowledges Extensive Service Disruption Impacting iPhones Showing 'SOS' Signal

Verizon Acknowledges Extensive Service Disruption Impacting iPhones Showing ‘SOS’ Signal

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### Verizon Outage Impacts Numerous Customers

If you’re encountering difficulties with your mobile service today, you’re not the only one. Verizon is currently undergoing a major outage, which is also leading to secondary issues for T-Mobile and AT&T users, even though those networks remain functional.

#### Extensive Issues Reported

Data from Downdetector indicates that the troubles started shortly after 12 p.m. ET on Wednesday. Users across various social media channels have mentioned connectivity challenges involving all three providers. The Verizon outage seems to be widespread, affecting clients across the country from both the eastern and western coasts.

Impacted iPhone users on Verizon are displaying “SOS” in their status bar, signifying a complete absence of cellular connectivity. As Apple clarifies, this status indicates that while the device is not linked to a cellular network, emergency calls remain possible.

#### Comprehending the Outage

It appears that Verizon is the main carrier facing the outage, while AT&T and T-Mobile customers are dealing with related issues due to cross-network communication. There’s no indication that AT&T and T-Mobile networks are down.

Verizon has acknowledged the outage on social media, stating:

> “We are aware of an issue impacting wireless voice and data services for some customers. Our engineers are engaged and are working to identify and solve the issue quickly. We understand how important reliable connectivity is and apologize for the inconvenience.”

#### Community Responses

Are you encountering issues with your Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile service today? Please share your thoughts in the comments.

*Last updated January 14, 2025, at 1:27 p.m. ET*

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