Beeper messaging app offers iMessage on Android, Windows and Linux
To make iMessage work on non-Apple platforms, Beeper requires you to use either their Mac app or a jailbroken iPhone that acts as a bridge to iMessage.
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WhatsApp’s data sharing with Facebook has prompted an antitrust investigation in Turkey
WhatsApp’s surprised users by announcing deep data-sharing integration with Facebook with no opt-out whatsoever, and now the move has attracted regulatory scrutiny in Turkey.
WhatsApp’s new privacy policy forces you to accept significant data sharing with Facebook
Privacy thieves at Facebook have updated WhatsApp’s privacy policy in such a way that forces customers to accept the changes if they wish to continue using the messaging service.
WhatsApp is testing voice and video calling on desktop
Being a beta feature, voice and video calling in WhatsApp Desktop is currently available for very few people.
WhatsApp gains per-chat wallpaper with Light/Dark mode support and sticker search
You can now set custom wallpapers per-chat, separate wallpapers in dark mode and choose from a refreshed wallpaper gallery or different solid colors.
Some iPhone owners report missing texts and group SMS issues after upgrading to iOS 14
Some iPhone owners who have upgraded to the latest iOS 14 software are reporting various issues with SMS messaging, including missing texts.
How to get a reminder while chatting with a specified person in Messages
Learn how to take advantage of the “Remind me when messaging” feature to get a relevant reminder when you chat with a specified person in Messages.
WhatsApp is rolling out 7-day disappearing messages
The messaging service now permits you to send and receive ephemeral messages that automatically disappear after seven days.
Intercom system requirements: Which Apple devices support this feature?
Check out the official compatibility list for Intercom, an Apple feature that allows you to send audio messages between devices like iPhones and HomePods in your household.
WhatsApp is rolling out simpler storage management features
It’s now far easier to review, bulk-delete and free up storage space taken up by WhatsApp media.
Facebook announces its new Messenger experience on Instagram is now rolling out
The Messenger and Instagram chats have now been officially merged into one, but the feature will start in a few countries around the world before expanding globally.
Twitter is now starting to test the ability to send private voice messages
You may soon be able to record an audio message and send it to another Twitter user privately through the app’s Direct Messages feature.
