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Apple Takes Messaging Crackdown to Customers' Macs

Apple has reportedly revoked access to its messaging service iMessage for Beeper customers using Android phones and Mac computers.
Several Beeper customers have reported that their access to iMessage was revoked without any warning, citing irregular activity.
This move by Apple highlights the extent to which the company is willing to maintain control over its services.

Green bubbles, Apple Pay and other reasons why America says Apple is breaking the law

Apple faces antitrust lawsuit for alleged iPhone monopoly abuse
Lawsuit may result in Apple opening up iPhone to alternative app stores and technologies

iOS 18 introduces satellite capabilities to its iMessage app

Apple's iOS 18 now has satellite capabilities for iMessage off-grid connections.

US accuses Apple of monopolizing smartphone market in sweeping lawsuit

Apple faces antitrust case for restricting competition
US government challenges Apple's control over iPhone and iMessage.

Apple's iMessage is not a "core platform" in EU, so it can stay walled off

Apple's iMessage service will not be required to open up to messages, files, and video calls from other services under the Fair Markets Act.
Apple's iMessage service does not qualify as a gatekeeper service, according to the European Commission.

FCC should probe Apple over Beeper Mini shutdown: GOP Commissioner Carr

Republican FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr has called for an investigation into Apple for blocking the Beeper Mini app that allowed Android users to access iMessage.
Carr argues that Apple's action may have violated the FCC's Part 14 rules, which require that advanced communication services be accessible to people with disabilities.

Apple Takes Messaging Crackdown to Customers' Macs

Apple has reportedly revoked access to its messaging service iMessage for Beeper customers using Android phones and Mac computers.
Several Beeper customers have reported that their access to iMessage was revoked without any warning, citing irregular activity.
This move by Apple highlights the extent to which the company is willing to maintain control over its services.

Green bubbles, Apple Pay and other reasons why America says Apple is breaking the law

Apple faces antitrust lawsuit for alleged iPhone monopoly abuse
Lawsuit may result in Apple opening up iPhone to alternative app stores and technologies

iOS 18 introduces satellite capabilities to its iMessage app

Apple's iOS 18 now has satellite capabilities for iMessage off-grid connections.

US accuses Apple of monopolizing smartphone market in sweeping lawsuit

Apple faces antitrust case for restricting competition
US government challenges Apple's control over iPhone and iMessage.

Apple's iMessage is not a "core platform" in EU, so it can stay walled off

Apple's iMessage service will not be required to open up to messages, files, and video calls from other services under the Fair Markets Act.
Apple's iMessage service does not qualify as a gatekeeper service, according to the European Commission.

FCC should probe Apple over Beeper Mini shutdown: GOP Commissioner Carr

Republican FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr has called for an investigation into Apple for blocking the Beeper Mini app that allowed Android users to access iMessage.
Carr argues that Apple's action may have violated the FCC's Part 14 rules, which require that advanced communication services be accessible to people with disabilities.
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My Lifelines of 2024: The Devices That Kept Me Connected, Productive, and Inspired - Yanko Design

The iPhone 16 Pro Max is an essential device for staying connected, efficient, and capturing memories in daily life.

How to set up read receipts for your iPhone's text messages

Enable read receipts on your iPhone to notify senders when their message is read, promoting timely responses and communication transparency.

My Lifelines of 2024: The Devices That Kept Me Connected, Productive, and Inspired - Yanko Design

The iPhone 16 Pro Max is an essential device for staying connected, efficient, and capturing memories in daily life.

How to set up read receipts for your iPhone's text messages

Enable read receipts on your iPhone to notify senders when their message is read, promoting timely responses and communication transparency.
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WhatsApp reaches 100 million monthly users in the US

WhatsApp reaches 100 million monthly active users in the US, competing with iMessage dominance.
WhatsApp's growth in key US markets like Los Angeles, New York, Miami, and Seattle, with significant user base in Texas.
WhatsApp's transparency campaign to reassure US users coincides with upcoming iOS 18 release, potentially impacting WhatsApp's growth due to RCS support.

You can now edit RCS chats in Android Messages

Google enhances RCS message capabilities to match iMessage's editing feature, bridging the gap with iOS messaging.
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Mac: How to send text messages from the command line and shell scripts

You can send text messages from macOS command line and shell scripts to known Messages/iMessage contacts via phone numbers or email addresses.

iPhone users find hidden emoji hack

Users can layer emojis and send hidden text messages in iMessage.
The features of layering emojis and sending invisible text messages in iMessage have been available for years but are now gaining popularity.

Mac: How to send text messages from the command line and shell scripts

You can send text messages from macOS command line and shell scripts to known Messages/iMessage contacts via phone numbers or email addresses.

iPhone users find hidden emoji hack

Users can layer emojis and send hidden text messages in iMessage.
The features of layering emojis and sending invisible text messages in iMessage have been available for years but are now gaining popularity.
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iMessage gets a major makeover that puts it on equal footing with Signal

iMessage and Signal are enhancing encryption to prepare for quantum computing.
End-to-end encryption in iMessage now includes the PQ3 algorithm for additional security.

Apple, Microsoft granted exemptions from incoming EU digital legislation

Apple and Microsoft have won a victory after the EU found that iMessage and Bing should not be designated as gatekeepers under the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
The new DMA will still apply to parent companies such as Apple and Microsoft, as well as other tech giants like Google and Amazon.
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