My i pad 1 keeps showing could not activate cellular network.am usinng ios5.1.1

my i pad keep giving the same mesage could not activate cellular network.have done all the reset and changed ANP setting and it's still the same the mtn custumer care where not helpfull need some advice pls

Sorry, yes you are correct! It is a typo
*6.1.4
Background - Vaya
I have had the phone plan working for about 5 months, with no previous issues with the data working.
Vaya - have only just released the 4G network plans (one month ago)
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Does this mean that I have to upgrade my plan to the 4G fleix cap to receive a cellular compatibility?
Or do I have to purchase a locked in contract with them for this issue to be resovled?

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My i pad 1 keeps showing could not activate cellular network.am usinng ios5.1.1

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