Question: how to fix iphone when it says waiting for activation?
Answer: Make sure you're connected to Wi-Fi or cellular. ...  Turn airplane mode on and off. ...  Check the time. ...  Turn off iMessage and FaceTime, then restart your device. ...  Make sure your cell plan lets you receive SMS. ...  Add credit if you're a pre-paid user. ...  Reset network settings. ...  Put your SIM card in a different phone, then reset that phone.