Can I use Verizon Messages on a deactivated smartphone?

[Mahrkale]

I recently deactivated my Galaxy Nexus, going back to a basic phone. I would like to continue using the Verizon Messages app on it though. However, it's still looking for the security code in a text message to the phone to verify, which it's never going to get.

So my question is: Is there anything I can do to my deactivated phone to make the app think it's a tablet? (which it essentially is anyway)

[Ann154 · Accepted solution]

No.

[vzw_customer_support]

Thanks so much for the inquiry, Mahrkale! Verizon Messages is not compatable with the basic phone, therefore you won't be able to continue to use it http://bit.ly/1j195DU -Tamara