Android phone not making outgoing calls
Your phone doesn't have a carrier signal or airplane mode is on. Check that airplane mode is off and you have at least one bar of signal. If you have signal but still can't call, restart your phone. This fixes it for most people in under a minute.
Outgoing calls need a strong cellular signal and airplane mode off. If either of those isn't working, calls will fail. We'll check your signal, toggle airplane mode, and restart your phone if needed. If you have signal but calls still fail, the problem might be with your carrier account or phone settings.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Leaving airplane mode on after enabling it during a flight and forgetting to turn it back off
- Assuming there's a problem when actually just in an area with very weak signal
Signs you need professional help
- If you have signal, airplane mode is off, you've restarted your phone, and calls still won't go through, contact your carrier or give us a call. There might be an issue with your account or your phone's hardware.
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