Why is my phone on SOS? Is Verizon down? What to know in California

If you want to fix the SOS displaying on your phone, here's what to do. But the issue may lie with your carrier.
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What is Verizon SOS mode-only issue? Verizon outage, SOS mode meaning, fixes and carrier updates explained

What is Verizon SOS mode-only issue? Verizon users across the United States faced network problems on Friday, August 30, with many devices entering SOS mode. Calls, texts, and mobile data were ...
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Verizon restores service after outage left many customers in 'SOS mode'

SAN FRANCISCO — Verizon's service has been fully restored following a widespread outage on Saturday that left many customers' phones in "SOS mode." "Service for current customers has been fully ...
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Why Is My Phone on SOS? Updates on the Verizon Outage

In case you’re a Verizon customer, you probably noticed that your phone was on SOS today, August 30, 2025. People across the United States — mainly on the East Coast and in parts of California — ...
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Why is Verizon down? Why is my phone on SOS mode? What to know in Arizona

Some metro Phoenix Verizon customers reported outages and issues with their cellphone service on March 25, 2025. "Last night I noticed my phone suddenly shifted to SOS and I'm only able to use WiFi ...