Why can't my iPhone 5 send or receive photos from non iPhone users?

Hello GoldenStarZ,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
From your post I see that you're unable to send picture messages to non-iOS devices. These messages are called MMS, and in order to troubleshoot the issue please follow the steps in the article below.
If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Take care,
Alex H.

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