News & Reviews:   imessage

The government of Singapore Police Force (SPF) has formally instructed Google and Apple to implement safeguards preventing fraudsters from spoofing government-agency identities on their messaging platforms. The order comes after a surge in scams where messages appearing to come from official organisations — such as the national postal service — were sent through encrypted messaging apps.

Previously, we reported about Nothing Chats, the company’s cross-platform messaging app that allows Nothing Phone (2) users to chat directly with someone on Apple’s iMessage. However, it seems that Nothing has encountered unforeseen obstacles with the app and has since temporarily pulled the beta version out of the Google Play Store.

Previously, we reported that Microsoft is previewing Phone Link for iOS which would allow Apple users to use iMessage, send and receive phone calls and even receive notifications on Windows 11. Well, the company has recently released the full version and is currently rolling out to all Windows 11 users.

If you’re an iPhone user but are not fully on board with the Apple ecosystem, then we’ve got some good news for you. Microsoft has just begun previewing its Phone Link for iOS which would allow Apple users to use iMessage, send and receive phone calls and even receive notifications on Windows 11.

Previously, we reported on Apple confirming that it will comply with the European Union’s (EU) new law for a unified USB-C charging port. Now, it looks like the EU is not done just yet and may force Apple to do more changes on its mobile devices, including allowing for third-party app stores, app sideloading and iMessage interoperability with non-Apple devices.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is further heating up his company’s rivalry with Apple, this time around taking aim at the security features of iMessage. In an Instagram post sharing a Meta advertisement billboard, Zuckerberg boldly claims that Meta-owned WhatsApp is “far more private and secure” compared to Apple’s iMessage.

It's publicly known that Apple likes to make things exclusive, and iMessage is one of the 'things'. Despite how much Google wants to change that by asking the Cupertino-based company to enable Rich Communication Services (RCS) for the platform, the effort still goes useless as CEO Tim Cook believes it's unnecessary.

The upcoming OS update for then Apple iPhone, iOS 16 will be rolling out to users some time this September with a slew of new features such as the ability to edit sent iMessages. However, it seems like Apple is still finding the right formula for that particular feature, with the latest beta further tweaking how it is implemented.

Today, Apple WWDC 2022 went live and didn't waste time by introducing the all-new iOS 16. The upcoming iPhone software update is sure a big one and could be bigger than iOS 14. It has a ton of new features so sit back and check out what's in store for you.

Windows 11 is certainly the buzz of the day. We have covered some highlighted Windows 11 functions, checking your laptop or PC's eligibility, and Android app requiring an Amazon AppStore account. That being said, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella told the Wall Street Journal that it's also possible for Apple apps to appear on Windows 11.