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Texts don't send

I switched to Xfinity mobile service about 2 months ago and I have to restart my phone three four times a day because my text failed to send. 

I called Xfinity and was told I couldn't speak to an agent until I worked with their Mobile Assistant so I wasted time with that only to be told the Mobile Assistant couldn't help me. I spoke to an operator who offered to connect me to Samsung customer service because everything looks good with my service on my Xfinity account. I found this forum and it looks like this is a long-standing problem with Xfinity. Very unhappy with the switch.

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10 months ago

 

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Having the same issues...I NEVER have regular service..it never works, always pending and offline, glitchy calls... ridiculous

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user_12726f Hello and thank you for reaching out via our Xfinity Community Forums. 

I’m really sorry to hear about the ongoing issues with your mobile phone service. It sounds incredibly frustrating to deal with inconsistent and glitchy service.

I’d be happy to help troubleshoot and get this sorted out for you. Could you please provide me with some details about the problems you’re experiencing? For example:

  • Specific issues: Are there particular times or locations where the service is worse?
  • Error messages: Are there any specific error messages or codes you’re seeing?
  • Device information: What kind of mobile device are you using?

With this information, I can assist you more effectively and work towards resolving these issues. 

 

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8 months ago

Having the same issues so sorry I switched to xfinity mobile issues over the last 4 months, terrible terrible services. Never had this problem with AT&T

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8 months ago

I have the same issue. It's Xfinity/Verizon connectivity issue. Could be a per account issue or your whole Xfinity backend unresolved propagation issue. 

Here are 2 other cases that showed the switch from Verizon to Xfinity was the issues:

Case 1

When they switched my phone from Verizon to xfinity at the store they didn’t do it correctly and didn’t have all of the features included. She was able to fix that on her end, I restarted my phone, reset my network connection and was able to text groups again

Case 2

Advanced services with Xfinity 

RESOLVED** - I finally got a rep who knew what to do. Something about deleting my # in the registry, and 'rebuiling" the connection in the antenna. No idea, but I clicked on reset network settings, powered off phone, he did his thing which was about 5 minutes. turned it back on, and to my surprise, it worked.

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1 Message

7 months ago

Continued problems with random message fails. Have tried everything, iMessage on/off, WiFi on/off, phone reset. VERY FRUSTRATING! 

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user_c2cd23 Thank you for reaching out via our Xfinity Community Forum. I understand your frustration and would be frustrated too. If you are still experiencing this issue with random message fails despite trying various troubleshooting steps such as turning iMessage on/off, toggling WiFi on/off, and resetting the phone, there are a few more steps you can take. First, make sure that messages are being delivered on your iPhone and not on other devices like an iPad or Watch. Confirm if your line plan lists on the Apple Watch App/Galaxy Wearable App and check if there is a known WiFi network in the area you are testing. If there is, turn off the WiFi on your smartwatch. The watch will search for cellular service once you are away from the phone. Test text messages and cellular service once you see cell service. Please let us know if are still running into this issue. 

 

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6 months ago

I'm having the same problem!!!  Very frustrating.

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@user_l6a5at​ thank you for taking time out of your day to reply to this post. I completely understand the frustration when not receiving text communications. I did want to help get the proper expectations set up that our options with Xfinity Mobile are limited over this platform, but do want to ensure your not receiving text issue is able to get resolved. 

A great community @user_22dr6g had provided an update above on a resolution: RESOLVED** - I finally got a rep who knew what to do. Something about deleting my # in the registry, and 'rebuiling" the connection in the antenna. No idea, but I clicked on reset network settings, powered off phone, he did his thing which was about 5 minutes. turned it back on, and to my surprise, it worked.

Have you worked with our Xfinity Mobile experts by calling 1-888-936-4968, or through the Xfinity Mobile assistant:

https://www.xfinity.com/mobile/support

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6 months ago

Having issues again with not being able to send / receive text messages until I reboot my Android device.  This happened a few months ago after a Samsung update.  Samsung says it's a carrier issue this time as there haven't been any updates from Samsung.  It's frustrating having to reboot my phone daily to send/receive messages. 

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Hey there, tuckxkcut24, thanks for reaching out through Xfinity Forums regarding your issue with your Samsung device. Have you tried restarting your Network Settings to see if that helps with your issue? I know others mentioned that helped with those concerns. 

 

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5 months ago

I have been having this same problem for months now.  80 % of text fail or say they go and the recipient says I never got a text from  you.   One rime I texted my boss I was sick and could not make it in and he never got it even though it says it went.  He was [Edited: "Language"].      Also texting g my wife who also has same service says sometimes she never gets text.   Her phone does this to text fail to send.  Sometimes a restart will allow them to go but it's a pain.   They claim they are on Verizon most reliable network. I call [Edited: "Language"].   Something is not right I was on Verizon and NEVER had this issue.    

Sometimes they keep failing even after a restart and I just have to delete the text then resend.    I have a few co workers who also state they also are having the same issue.  It doesn't matter what messaging app I use the default Samsung or the message plus.   So xfinity what are you doing to correct this ?????

It's been almost a year and has been doing this since day 1. I don't have time to work with support people that tell me oh it's a Samsung problem or it's something your doing. It's sooo frustrating.   I want solutions not blame on other companies or me. 

Obviously there is a major issue and it's not just me having it.   Xfinity needs to fix this asap.   Or they will be losing lots of customers.   

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1 Message

5 months ago

Anyone find a resolution to this. I just switched from tmobile to xfinity mobile and thinking it was a mistake. My text messages randomly stop sending until I restart the phone and then they all go through. Something is obviously broken. 

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user_xcz81f, Hi there! Thanks for taking the time to visit XFINITY over our forums page for help with those text messages stopping. We appreciate you greatly for choosing us to be your mobile service provider. I actually experienced a similar issue with an older device so I can relate. I am sorry to learn about this experience. We can help. To get started, would you mind confirming your mobile manufacture and phone model?

 

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5 months ago

I am having this same issue but I only upgraded my router. I have AT&T and it is not sending messages and I'm not always able to call out of receive calls. 

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5 months ago

I had a Pixel 4a phone running on Google Fi for about 4 years. No problems. I recently switched to Xfinity Mobile and got a new Pixel 8. Now I'm having a lot of problems sending and receiving texts. Basic text messages seem to mostly go through, but not always. Sending gifs and or photos definitely cause delays in send and receive. It's extremely frustrating. I'm going to seek help from Xfinity directly, but I don't have my hopes very high. I moved to Xfinity mobile because I finally thought they had a good plan/price, but now I may have to leave. I'm not a heavy or intensive smartphone user, but the one thing I definitely do is send texts as I hate talking on the phone. I've looked into the phones settings, network, and the settings of the Messages app itself. I can't see or change anything that seems to help. I figure its not the phone though, so it will be interesting to see if Xfinity can help or if I have to go to a different carrier. It's just to frustrating. My Pixel 8 is running the current software and all apps are current. This should not be happening.

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Hello and welcome to Comcast! I am sorry to hear that you have been having troubles with sending and receiving certain text messages. @user_w89lh0, have you tried calling or texting 1 (888) 936-4968, or reached out to our secure online chat at xfinity.com/xfinityassistant/?channel=xMobile where an Xfinity Mobile expert is available 24/7?

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3 months ago

I've had this problem almost from the very beginning of my Xfinity Mobile experience... and it's getting really OLD! Why would a simple, one line text, with no attachments and no links fail to deliver. It happens ALL THE TIME!!! I was home, 100% connected  to wi-fi and sent the text to a family member that I communicate with daily.

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G. 

Arrrggghhh!!!

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Thank you for reaching out to us @kraterer! For troubleshooting purposes, is this happening with every phone number or on certain phone numbers?

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@kraterer​ me and several others have been chatting about this.  It happens to all numbers even others that are not on my plan.  It seems only comcast mobile customers have this issue.  There seems to be no fix. I believe it to be an issue on the carriers end.  It's frustrating. I almost lost my job because of a text that appeared to go but my boss never recieved it.  THAT IS UNACCEPTABLE!!!!!!!!!!

FIX THIS XFINITY OR YOU WILL LOSE CUSTOMERS !!!!!!!!!!!!!

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@XfinityAldrik​ I'm not sure if it happens on my other phone, which belongs to my husband, he rarely texts. It happens regularly on my number.

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samslack Can you please send us a DM. You can start by clicking the chat icon located in the top right corner of your forums' page when signed in. Once there, you can direct your messages to "Xfinity Support." Please add your full name and service address to help us locate your account. Let me know if you have any questions. 

 

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Hello kraterer. Please make sure you are connected to WiFi calling as well. This will allow text messages and calls.

 

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2 months ago

I’m a new customer with Xfinity mobile and I’m starting to regret switching from AT&T to Xfinity Mobile! Sometimes I can text but not always! Why is this happening and how can it get fixed ASAP?

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marith1 Thank you for reaching out! Are your text messages not sending, or are you getting undeliverable errors? 

 

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2 months ago

It's obviously a well known Xfinity problem they can only issue support canned responses because their network [Edit: Inflammatory]. Never had a problem for last 7 years sending texts or receiving calls. Switched to Xfinity Mobile since and happens everyday. Family friends say my calls go directly to voicemail. Texts don't go through without resetting phone. My outgoing calls cut out everyday with Wi-Fi and without showing 5 bars. Live in Denver, it's not the signal. It's the [Edit: Inflammatory] network they provide. Go ahead Xfinity, send me another stupid canned response from sorry. I'm done. Switching networks. Telling everyone never Xfinity. Run away.... 

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Hello user_l5gjcg, I'd love a chance to help turn this around and work with you on your network issues. Do you only see this issue happen when you're on the mobile network? 

 

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I also am in Denver 5-6 days a week for school and work. I'm connected to full wifi and still have to reset my phone to send texts. It's ridiculous being in the middle of a major city and not being able to send texts. I have been with xfinity mobile  for at least 4 years but this is getting ridiculous. I can't even get my Spotify to load in the middle of Denver. 

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Hello @user_qs7h5r, thank you for taking the time to reach out on social media.  I understand your concern with the Xfinity Mobile service issues, and I'd like the opportunity to check into that for you.

 

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