iMessage

iMessage is Apple's built-in instant messaging (IM) service. It lives inside the Messages app on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. On the iPhone it works alongside — and often replaces — carrier SMS and MMS. On the iPad provides similar functionality, allowing you to send text, picture, video, voice memo, location, contact, and other types of messages to anyone else using an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
Latest about iMessage

UK government's latest U-turn leaves Apple's iMessage future in doubt
By John-Anthony Disotto published
The UK Government has reportedly backtracked on its encryption row with Apple. At least, for now.

Apple to argue iMessage isn't all that popular as it tries to skirt EU gatekeeper laws
By Oliver Haslam published
Apple is set to argue that iMessage doesn't meet the usage figures required to put it on the EU's gatekeeper list, a new report says.

How to download apps and games from the App Store
By James Bentley last updated
You've got your new iPad or iPhone. Now it's time to download your favorite Apps and games. Here's how!

How to fix pictures not appearing in text messages on your iPhone
By John-Anthony Disotto last updated
MMS Pictures not appearing in text messages on iPhone? Here's the fix!

How to leave a group chat on iPhone
By John-Anthony Disotto last updated
How to leave a group chat on iPhone so you don't have to see those annoying iMessage notifications again!

Google's new interoperable messaging pledge piles the pressure on Apple and iMessage
By Oliver Haslam published
Google says that it's going to implement a new messaging specification that will make its Messages app interoperable with other platforms.

Can someone else in your family see your texts? Here's the fix
By Christine Chan last updated
Wondering why your spouse, kids, or parents are also seeing your texts and you're seeing theirs? Here's what's happening and what you can do about it!

Apple urges the UK to rethink anti-encryption plans that would change iMessage forever
By Oliver Haslam published
The U.K. government is considering a bill that would force messaging apps to break encryption and Apple has urged a rethink.

How to use iMessage on PC with Phone Link
By Sofia Wyciślik-Wilson published
Use the Phone Link app to take advantage of iMessage in Windows 11.

All iPhone-owning Windows 11 users can now send iMessages from their PC
By Oliver Haslam published
Everyone who owns an iPhone and uses a Windows 11 PC can now send iMessages from it, Microsoft says.

How to make a GIF on iPhone
By John-Anthony Disotto last updated
Make a gif on iPhone using the Photos app and impress all your friends with your animated photos.

How to change how long your iPhone and iPad display turns off
By Luke Filipowicz, Daryl Baxter published
If you're tired of having to deal with the Lock screen every two minutes, you can easily make it longer, or just switch it off.

AMBER alerts on your iPhone: What they are and how to manage them
By Christine Chan last updated
AMBER alerts on iPhones are emergency notifications that are designed to allow emergency services to request help from citizens under certain circumstances.

How to use Apple Watch Do Not Disturb with watchOS
By Karen S Freeman, Bryan M Wolfe last updated
Use Apple Watch Do Not Disturb to make sure your Apple Watch collects notifications without actually notifying you with these tips.

Send iMessages from your Windows PC starting today (but there's a catch)
By Oliver Haslam published
Sending iMessages from a Windows 11 PC is now a thing but you'll have to deal with some limitations.

How to set and share reminders with Siri
By Bryan M Wolfe last updated
"Hey Siri, add paper towels to the shopping list" is one of those things that makes you feel like you're living in the future.

How to quickly track flights in iMessage for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
By Bryan M Wolfe last updated
Did you know you can track flights directly in Message? You only need the airline name and flight number.

How to set up and activate iMessage for iPhone and iPad
By Adam Oram, Luke Filipowicz published
Messages lets you quickly and easily chat over iMessage or SMS/MMS, here's how to set it up.
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