How to Resolve iMessage Activation Problems in iOS 26, as per Apple

How to Resolve iMessage Activation Problems in iOS 26, as per Apple

How to Resolve iMessage Activation Problems in iOS 26, as per Apple


Calendar glitch that complicated the search for specific terms or the issue of some users being unable to download Apple Intelligence has presented a few challenges for Apple to resolve. Nevertheless, it appears yet another glitch has emerged, and this one is even more significant.

This glitch is connected to iMessage, which is Apple’s exclusive instant messaging platform for iPhone users, and it has sparked a number of discussions about the significance of blue bubbles versus green bubbles. However, this particular glitch is related to the phone number used to register for iMessage.

As per Apple’s support documents, it seems certain individuals have encountered a problem where they cannot activate iMessage with their phone number. This effectively prevents them from utilizing iMessage, isolating them from Apple’s enhanced privacy features that are inherently integrated into the iPhone.

What’s going on?