Latest about Messaging Apps
Is there anything Apple can do to make iMessage more popular outside the U.S.?
Apple's iMessage isn't popular abroad. The company probably couldn't care less as it keeps its focus on the bigger picture.
Hey Apple: Why can't I leave a group chat if there are standard SMS users?
I just want to be able to remove myself from annoying SMS group chats — is that too much to ask for?
WhatsApp drops support for iOS 9
WhatsApp has confirmed that users will have to be running iOS 10 or later in order to use the service on an iPhone.
WhatsApp for Mac now supports voice and video calls
WhatsApp for macOS has been updated to include desktop support for voice and video calls.
Messaging app Telegram gets auto-delete timer and Widgets
Telegram has updated its messaging app with a new auto-delete timer for messages, Widgets, and an Invite by QR Code feature.
WhatsApp presses on with controversial privacy changes
WhatsApp has said it is pressing on with planned changes to its privacy policy and will add a banner to its app providing more information to users.
Apple implemented a new security system for iMessage in iOS 14
The BlastDoor system prevents malicious code hidden within a message to have access to the operating system or user data.
Telegram testing importing chats from WhatsApp
A new Telegram update that brought importing chats from WhatsApp has been pulled, as the feature may still be in development.
WhatsApp Web and Desktop gets extra biometric security layer
WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature that will let users secure their Desktop and Web chats with Touch ID and Face ID using a linked device.
Facebook delays controversial WhatsApp privacy changes as millions flock to rival services
Facebook has delayed enforcement of changes to its WhatsApp privacy policy following major public backlash and massive uptake of rival services like Signal and Telegram.
WhatsApp tries to reassure users following Facebook data sharing backlash
The company is attempting to put out the fire after implementing its new terms and conditions which require users to share data with Facebook.
WhatsApp bringing video and audio calls to desktop and web client
WhatsApp is finally beta testing a new video and audio calls feature for its desktop client.
WhatsApp wants Apple's privacy labels to apply to iMessage as well
WhatsApp isn't happy that iMessage doesn't have to explain itself in the same way other apps do.
[Update] It's not just you, Slack is down in Europe right now
Slack says it has isolated a problem with sending messages in Europe and will be back with an update soon.
The Trump administration is rethinking its ban of WeChat
According to a report from Bloomberg, the Trump administration officials are realizing that a ban of the app could be devasting for American companies.
Trump administration faces lawsuit over WeChat ban
The U.S. WeChat Users Alliance will file a lawsuit against President Trump's administration, seeking to get a recent executive order overturned.
