How To Activate Mms On Iphone 5s

We all enjoy taking photos with our smartphones, and we also like to share them with our family and friends. When it comes to iPhones, sharing photos is a super easy thing to do, but some iPhone 5s users have reported they can't send picture messages. In case you have the same problem with your device, take a look at 5 ways to fix iPhone 5s can't send picture messages. The solutions are pretty simple, but most importantly, each solution is explained in details. Here they are.

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5 ways to fix iPhone 5s can't send picture messages

Solution No.1: Check the settings

To be able to send picture messages, make sure that MMS and iMessages are enabled. Here is how to check it:

Go to Settings
Tap Messages
See if iMessage and MMS are enabled. If they are not, change the settings.

Solution No.2: Restart your phone

When experiencing a problem with your device, one of the solutions you always have at your disposal is to restart your phone. To restart your iPhone 5s, press and hold the power button (sleep/wake button), and when slider appears on the screen, just slide it to turn the phone off. When the device is off, press and hold the power button one more time, to turn your phone back on.

Solution No.3: Reset network settings

One of the 5 ways to fix iPhone 5s can't send picture messages that is considered to be one of the most effective solutions is Reset Network Settings option. This will reset your cellular settings, saved Wi-Fi networks and saved passwords, Bluetooth settings, APN and VPN settings, etc. Follow these steps:

Navigate to Settings
Tap General
Tap Reset
Click Reset Network Settings
When the popup window shows up, tap on Reset Network Settings again, to confirm the action.
Your iPhone 5s will reboot.

Solution No.4: Carrier settings update

When you can't send picture messages with iPhone 5s, carrier settings update may fix the problem, and here is how:

Connect your iPhone to the Internet
Go to Settings app
Tap on General
Tap on About.
The prompt will appear in case there is an update available.

Solution No.5: Update iOS

When it comes to iOS software updates, you can always expect some new and fun features, but these updates also fix the issues you might have. Make sure to keep your iPhone up to date. Before you begin with the update, backup your phone to iCloud or iTunes, and choose the update method. You can do it wirelessly or by using iTunes.

To update iOS wirelessly:

Connect your iPhone to a power source and a Wi-Fi network
Navigate to Settings > General
Tap Software Update
Download and Install.

When you update iOS, try to send picture messages again.