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Why does my iPhone say SOS?

In a support document, Apple explains that SOS in your iPhone's status bar means that your device isn't connected to a cellular network, but you can still make emergency calls. Currently, this feature is available in Australia, Canada, and the United States.
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How do I get my iPhone out of SOS only?

If you see SOS or "SOS only" in the status bar, your device can still make emergency calls.
  1. Check your coverage area. ...
  2. If you see SOS or SOS only. ...
  3. If you're on AT&T's 3G network. ...
  4. Restart your iPhone or iPad. ...
  5. Check for a Carrier Settings update. ...
  6. Turn your cellular line off and back on. ...
  7. Reset your Network Settings.
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Why does my iPhone say SOS in the corner?

Your iPhone will say SOS in the top right corner if cellular reception is poor, your SIM has failed, or cellular settings have been messed up. You can fix SOS or "SOS only" on iPhone by staying in areas where cellular reception is strong.
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How do I turn off SOS?

Turn emergency location service on or off
  1. On your phone, open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Location Location services. Emergency Location Service or Google Emergency Location Service.
  3. Turn Emergency Location Service or Google Emergency Location Service on or off.
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Why does my phone keep going to SOS?

Navigate to Settings > General > Emergency SOS. Turn off the toggle for Click Sleep/Wake to Auto Call. This changes the way the feature is activated. Let us know if this helps!
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Why Your iPhone Says SOS Only

How do I turn off SOS button on my phone?

To Disable:
  1. Tap Settings.
  2. Tap Advanced features.
  3. Tap Send SOS messages.
  4. Toggle to Off.
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How do I turn off my iPhone 13 without SOS?

How to restart your iPhone X, 11, 12, 13, or later
  1. Press and hold either volume button and the side button until the power-off slider appears.
  2. Drag the slider, then wait 30 seconds for your device to turn off.
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What is SOS mode on iPhone 13?

In a support document, Apple explains that SOS in your iPhone's status bar means that your device isn't connected to a cellular network, but you can still make emergency calls. Currently, this feature is available in Australia, Canada, and the United States.
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How do I turn off SOS on my lock screen?

Steps
  1. Open your Android's Settings.
  2. Scroll down and tap Lock Screen and Security or Lock Screen. If you don't see this option, try tapping Security first.
  3. Tap Screen lock or Screen Lock Type.
  4. Confirm your current security PIN, password, or bio-method.
  5. Select None. ...
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the change.
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Why is my Samsung phone sending SOS messages?

The SOS messages feature allows you to auto-call and message up to four designated contacts without having to dial them. Once set up, you can raise an alert by clicking your lock button three times. This automatically sends an SOS message and a Google map link of your location to your designated contacts.
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What is a SOS warning?

What are SOS Alerts? SOS Alerts aim to make emergency information more accessible during a crisis.
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What happens if you accidentally press the SOS button?

In the event the button is accidentally pressed and the vehicle's occupants are safe and able to respond, they can push the button again to cancel or have the operator end the call, and no emergency personnel will be dispatched.
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How do I turn off SOS button on my phone?

To Disable:
  1. Tap Settings.
  2. Tap Advanced features.
  3. Tap Send SOS messages.
  4. Toggle to Off.
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Did I accidentally activate emergency SOS?

On your phone, press the power button 5 times or more. A 5-second countdown begins before emergency actions are started. If you triggered Emergency SOS by mistake, you can cancel the emergency actions during the countdown. After the 5-second countdown, emergency actions are started depending on your settings.
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