iPhone not receiving texts from Android? 10 Ways to fix it!

A successful iPhone text messaging experience depends on three factors: the app, the carrier, and the network coverage. If any of them begins to act strangely, you will discover a message transmission failure. In this article, I’ll state every feasible solution to the problem of iPhone not receiving texts from Android. Without much ado, let’s get to the fixes!

1. Refresh cellular network using Airplane mode on iPhone

If your iPhone is not getting messages from an Android smartphone, refreshing your network connection is one of the best options. This is the simplest and best method because text messages are delivered through cellular networks rather than Wi-Fi.

1. Scroll down from the right of your screen to invoke Control Center.
   On iPhones with Home Button, you need to swipe up.
2. Select the Airplane icon to turn on Airplane Mode.
3. Tap the Airplane icon again to turn off Airplane Mode.
   
   

Wait for a few seconds, and voila, you’ll have successfully refreshed your cellular networks.

2. Check Messages app settings

It’s possible that the problem with your iPhone not receiving SMS from Android is due to incorrect message settings. Follow the instructions below to ensure your iPhone’s Message Settings are set up to receive messages from Android devices.

1. Launch Settings.
2. Open Messages.
3. Toggle on MMS Messaging and Group Messaging.
   
   

3. Check blocked numbers on your iPhone

Another reason you may not be getting texts from your Android mobile is if the number has been blocklisted on your device. You might have blocked your friends or family members due to an old feud and then forgotten about it. Follow the instructions illustrated in our article on how to find and unblock contacts on your iPhone.

4. Delete your iPhone’s old messages

One of the most common causes for your iPhone not receiving Android messages is that your messaging inbox is entirely full. As a result, this might be the source of the problem that is stopping you from receiving communications, particularly MMS messages, from your Android buddies. Go ahead, and refer to our article to remove some outdated, useless text from your iPhone.

Note: iPhone-to-iPhone messaging uses the iMessage platform, so there won’t be space issues.

5. Update iOS

The issue might be caused due to an iOS bug on the device. Thankfully, Apple responds quickly to such annoyances by issuing an iOS update. All you have to do is update your iOS version to acquire the repairs and enjoy the new features.

1. Go to Settings → General.
2. Tap Software Update → check for updates.
3. If available, tap Download and Install.
   
   

6. Update carrier settings on iPhone

If you encounter messaging troubles between Android and iPhone, one of the most common causes is carrier settings on your device. To address the issue, just upgrade your carrier settings. Below I’ve described the steps to update your carrier settings on your iPhone.

1. Launch Settings.
2. Tap General → About.
   
   
3. Scroll down to Carrier.
   In some regions, you might see Network.

If you see Update next to Carrier, tap on it and follow the on-screen instructions to update your carrier settings.

7. Reset Network Settings 

If nothing else has worked, resetting network settings should be a viable alternative for you to fix your iPhone not getting messages from Android. It deletes all internet and networking-related data on your device.

1. Open Settings. 
2. Tap General.
3. Scroll down and tap Transfer or Reset iPhone.
4. Hit Reset → Reset Network Settings. 
   
   
5. Provide your iPhone’s Password to complete the action.

8. Reset All Settings

If resetting network settings didn’t work, it’s time for you to look at an unpleasant option – Reset All Settings.

1. Launch Settings. 
2. Tap General.
3. Scroll down and tap Transfer or Reset iPhone.
4. Hit Reset → tap Reset All Settings. 
   
   
5. Enter your Passcode to finish the action.

9. Disable RCS on Android device

If resetting your iPhone does not help, the problem is most likely with the Android device.

You can disable RCS on Android devices to see if the problem is caused by it. RCS for Android smartphones is an improved messaging experience akin to iMessage or WhatsApp and an upgrade to ordinary text/SMS.

1. Open the Messages app. 
2. Click your avatar on the top right. 
3. Tap Messages settings.
   
   
4. General → Chat features → toggle Enable chat feature. 
   
   

10. Contact your carrier

There may be moments when the carrier is experiencing server problems. If none of the above work, contact your service provider to resolve the problem. You can communicate the problem to them via social media by contacting customer care or emailing the carrier directly. 

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Parting words… 

I hope you have now started receiving texts from your Android pals. Let me know which of the above-mentioned ways did the trick for you!

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