Why can't I send pictures via text from my Samsung mini?

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why cant i send pictures via text from my samsung mini

I try to send a text with a picture to my children and they all have iphones and and wont send

 

[B. Diddy]

Re: why cant i send pictures via text from my samsung mini

Welcome to Android Central! Is your mobile data on? Picture messages are MMS, which requires mobile data (3G/4G), not voice signal or wi-fi.

What app are you using to send the message--the stock Messaging app or Hangouts?