A simple guide to fixing the iOS 7 iMessages glitch

Are you currently having problems with your iPhone since updating to the newest operating system, iOS 7? You are not alone! Many new software releases often include annoying glitches that make life difficult, and reports of iMessages not delivering to their recipients have been circulating Apple’s technology support forums and social media sites like Twitter:

According to reports, Apple is working to fix this bug with a software update: http://mashable.com/2013/10/02/apple-fix-imessage/

Unfortunately, the fix to this software glitch could take weeks, if not months for Apple to release to the public.

Lucky for you, I have compiled an easy to follow step by step guide that will fix your iPhone’s iMessaging problem.

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This is an example of what a failed iMessage looks like:

A failed iMessage delivery will have a red exclamation point icon and the not delivered error below the iMessage. What this means is that the iMessage network was not able to send the message to the other iPhone device.

How iMessage works:  

iMessage is Apple’s Instant Messaging software. This allows almost every Apple device to be able to send messages to another apple device that has the iMessage application installed on their device. For example, someone with an iPhone could iMessage another person on an iPod touch. Then, that person could re-send that message to another person on their Mac or their iPad.

The problems associated with iMessage and the new iOS 7 are related to the wireless network not being set up correctly after the system upgrade install.

 Below are instructions on how to fix Apple’s iOS 7 iMessage glitch

*WARNING* this will erase all saved Wi-Fi passwords your iPhone. Please ensure that you have access to your network passwords before performing these steps.

Step 1.  Locate your iPhone’s settings app on your home screen.

Step 2: Once you’re in the settings app, select General from the menu options:

Step 3: Once you’re in the General menu, scroll all the way down on the menu and select the Reset.

Step 4: Once you’re in the Reset menu, select Reset Network Settings.

*WARNING* this will erase all saved Wi-Fi passwords save on your phone. Please ensure that you have access to your network passwords before performing this action.

Step 5: After performing Step 4, power off and on your device to complete the reset.

After completing these 5 steps, your iMessages glitch should be fixed, and you can resume your life without having to worry about any missed messages.

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