Apple expands iCloud encryption as it backs away from controversial CSAM scanning plans
New security features will keep more of your data safe from hackers and law enforcement.
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Google Messages starts testing end-to-end encryption for RCS group texts
It couldn't resist taking a dig at Apple's lack of RCS support, though.
Apple fixes iOS 16 activation bug affecting iPhone 14 buyers
You'll need to install a day-one patch to fix iMessage and FaceTime.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
Google tries to send Apple an RCS message with Drake’s ‘Texts Go Green’
“Texts go green, it hits a little different, don’t it?”
iOS 16 brings big updates to the lock screen
There will be new widgets for your lock screen, a major revamp to notifications and more.
Google's 'Switch to Android' app helps iOS users do just that
It can import contacts, calendar, videos, photos and more.
Google's latest Android Messages updates include iOS reactions and YouTube previews
Google Message users also get Organized Inbox, YouTube Previews and more.
Google Messages begins displaying iMessage reactions as emoji
But only for beta users.
Researchers call NSO zero-click iPhone exploit 'incredible and terrifying'
Apple has sued the group over the 'nation state' level iMessage attack.
Google Messages will display iMessage reactions as emoji
It's a fix to a long-standing annoyance for Android users.
17iOS 15 will make FaceTime, Messages and notifications smarter
Features like Live Text and FaceTime's Screen Share make iPhone apps work better with each other.
Facebook is reportedly preparing an antitrust lawsuit against Apple
The potential litigation could center around ad tracking and default messaging apps on Apple products.
WhatsApp accuses Apple of double standard on data privacy labels
The Facebook-owned service claims iMessage has an unfair edge.
Google adds emoji reactions to Messages on Android
The feature only works with RCS-compatible phones.
Messages on the Mac may finally catch up to its iOS counterpart
An overhauled macOS app would share features with its mobile equivalents.
AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint and Verizon team up to push next-gen RCS texting
Expect a new messaging app/service to launch on Android first in 2020.
Apple may bring Siri Shortcuts and Screen Time to macOS
It seems to be pushing macOS and iOS even closer together.
Sprint lets you chat with customer service reps through iMessage
The provider has added support for Apple's Business Chat.
California considers a texting tax
The surcharge would boost programs that assist low earners.
Dish customers can chat with service reps through iMessage
The company is now providing support through Apple's Business Chat.
