Text Android Phones from Ipad Mini2? I have wi-fi + data so why can't I? Any advice?

[jessica_lynn9474]

Good day everyone! Just getting used to the new iPad Mini2 which is not hard at all. It's such a treat!

I have noticed though that I cannot text or receive texts from Android users. I can make calls though.

I was thinking that since I have the Wi-Fi + data version of the mini that I should be able to communicate with Android users via text.

• Is this so?
• Is there something in the settings that I need to switch?

Looking forward to your input!

Thanks in advance!

 

[kch50428]

You need to associate Messages on your iPad to be able to send messages via your phone. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201349

 

[jessica_lynn9474]

Thanks that has been done already? All contacts that are iOs users are lit up in blue and anyone else is not highlighted...Next? Lol

 

[sting7k]

Good day everyone! Just getting used to the new iPad Mini2 which is not hard at all. It's such a treat!

I have noticed though that I cannot text or receive texts from Android users. I can make calls though.

I was thinking that since I have the Wi-Fi + data version of the mini that I should be able to communicate with Android users via text.

• Is this so?
• Is there something in the settings that I need to switch?

Looking forward to your input!

Thanks in advance!

What app are you using to make calls?

I don't think you can send text/SMS from an iPad because it requires a voice/texting plan from a carrier; not data. You will need to use a third party app for messaging such as WhatsApp, Google Hangouts, FB Messenger, etc.

 

[kch50428]

What app are you using to make calls?

I don't think you can send text/SMS from an iPad because it requires a voice/texting plan from a carrier; not data. You will need to use a third party app for messaging such as WhatsApp, Google Hangouts, FB Messenger, etc.

The iOS Message app will work fine to send SMS messages via an iPhone from an iPad or even a MacBook or iMac when properly configured. No additional 3rd party app is needed.

 

[jessica_lynn9474]

Hello - Yes, I do have an iPhone. How do I make the text to SMS work then?

Thanks!

 

[iEd]

Hello - Yes, I do have an iPhone. How do I make the text to SMS work then?

Thanks!

On your iPhone go to Settings>messages>text message forwarding and and turn on for your iPad.


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[kch50428]

You need to associate Messages on your iPad to be able to send messages via your phone. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201349

Hello - Yes, I do have an iPhone. How do I make the text to SMS work then?

Tap the link...

 

[jessica_lynn9474]

iEd - Your suggestion did the trick!! Woohoo!!

Thanks to all of your for your help...always!