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"SOS" or "SOS only" in the status bar

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What it means — Apple

If you see "SOS" or "SOS only" in the status bar, your device isn't connected to your cellular network, but you can still make emergency calls through other carrier networks. This feature is available in Australia, Canada, and the United States.

Step-by-step: "No Service", "Searching" or "SOS" on iPhone or iPad Osnivo Fix walks you through Apple's steps one at a time.

Read the full article for pictures and model-specific details: If you see SOS, No Service, or Searching on your iPhone or iPad ↗

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