Mobile customers across the United States are grappling with significant disruptions to their mobile phone service as multiple providers experience outages, leaving many with Apple iPhones stuck in SOS mode.
According to Downdetector, a website that tracks internet and cellular service outages, major carriers including AT&T, Cricket Wireless, FirstNet, Verizon, T-Mobile, US Cellular, Boost Mobile, Consumer Cellular, and Straight Talk are all currently experiencing issues.
Numerous reports indicate that AT&T customers are particularly affected, with some users reporting that their iPhones are stuck in ‘SOS’ mod. This feature is activated when phones lose cellular connection, allowing users to make emergency calls or texts only.
Many Twitter users have speculated about the cause of the outage, with some suggesting the possibility of a cyberattack due to the simultaneous disruption across multiple major providers.
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Questions and concerns about the outage’s impact on emergency services have also emerged, with several police departments warning that individuals may be unable to reach 911.
As the outage continues to unfold, affected users are reporting disruptions not only to mobile services but also to internet connectivity.
Major cities such as Los Angeles, Dallas, San Diego, Houston, San Antonio, Honolulu, Chicago, San Francisco, and Atlanta have reported widespread issues with AT&T services, while Verizon users in cities like Philadelphia, Chicago, Brooklyn, Houston, and New York City have also experienced outages.
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