Here's how to fix iOS 26 iMessage activation bug on phone number, with the fix coming straight from Apple in official capacity.

Android's USB tethering lets you share internet from your phone, but it may fail sometimes. Checking the USB cable and updating USB drivers can help.

Apple says the issue may stem from having an inactive SIM with the same number as your active SIM. To fix it, remove the inactive SIM and activate iMessage again.

There are different ways to restart your Android phone without pressing and holding the physical power button. Here are two.