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5 hidden features in iMessage

5 hidden features in iMessage

Making texting better with these Messages tips.

Lewis Wallace
May 13, 2023

You probably use the Messages app every single day. But are you really getting all you can out of it? Not if you don’t know these five hidden iMessage features!

Check them out today so you can take texting to new heights ASAP.

Also in this edition of The Weekender:

No matter what Humane says, the secretive startup’s new AI-powered device will not replace your iPhone.
New Apple TV+ documentary Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie is both entertaining and inspirational. And dystopian sci-fi show Silo is a big hit. Plus, don’t miss our new series, 3 Reasons to Watch. This week we’re talking wine-fueled drama Drops of God.
The Mother’s Day Sale in the Cult of Mac Store ends soon. Act now to save on accessories for all kinds of Apple gear.
It looks like Apple used a clever trap to bust a leaker. Nevertheless, we’ve got some hot Apple rumors and leaks …

Enjoy your weekend!

— Lewis Wallace, managing editor

How-tos

5 hidden features in iMessage

iMessage is one of the first features iPhone users mention as a benefit over Android. There are a lot of cool features inside Messages these days — here are five more hidden features inside Apple’s messaging app.

How to transfer every picture from your iPhone to an external drive

It's easy to copy the pictures on your iPhone directly onto an external drive with the right software and adapter. Here's how.

Apple explains how to use Stage Manager on iPad

Stage Manager puts iPad applications into floating, resizable, overlapping windows, and Apple Support created a video "How To."

How to clean your gross, waxy AirPods

AirPods crust up with earwax and whatever bacteria we have living in our earholes. Happily, cleaning and disinfecting is not only easy, but satisfying. Let's see how to do it properly.

News

Why Humane's screenless AI gadget will not replace your iPhone

Humane finally shows off its hyped AI device, and it’s remarkable that a team filled with ex-Apple talent could miss the mark so badly.

iPhone 16 Pro Max could pack a seriously big display

Apple could increase the display size on its 2024 Pro iPhones by nearly 0.2 inches, making them bigger than ever.

Plus, more Apple rumors and leaks:

Apple busts major iOS 17 leaker with spycraft 'canary trap'

The tipster who went by analyst941 leaked a large number of details about iOS 17, but their inside source has been caught.

iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 12: Should you upgrade?

Considering upgrading to the iPhone 14 from your iPhone 12? Read our comparison to find out if you should wait for iPhone 15.

Apple unveils Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro for iPad

The tablet's time for pro-level audio and video production with all-new touch interfaces has come, Apple said Tuesday.

Apple promises iOS 16.5 launches next week

The wait for iOS 16.5 is almost over. On Tuesday, Apple committed to releasing it "next week." The same is true for watchOS 9.5.

‘Silo’ looks like a towering hit for Apple TV+

Dystopian sci-fi thriller "Silo" appears to be deeply popular among viewers and critics alike. They're digging it.

Deals

Mom will like this: Take 25% off metal Apple Watch bands and stacking bracelets

If you need a classy gift for your mom this Mother's Day, why not go with a sleek metal Apple Watch Band and stacking bracelets?

Plus, more deals in our Mother’s Day Sale:

Get rid of tangled cables when you travel with this 3-in-1 charger

Grab the MagStack Foldable 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station, good for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods, for just $47.99 (regularly $74).

This feature-packed quadcopter is the perfect drone for beginners

The Super Endurance Foldable Quadcopter's easy-to-master controls and price point of less than $100 make it a perfect starter drone.

Get the most out of ChatGPT with this top-rated training bundle

Become a ChatGPT specialist with the Complete ChatGPT Artificial Intelligence OpenAI Training Bundle for just $29.99.

Reviews

‘City on Fire’ tries to capture the heat of NYC in 2003 [Apple TV+ recap]

Set in New York City in 2003, the new Apple TV+ drama is a twisty, coincidence-laden tale of a girl killed in Central Park.

Plus, more Apple TV+ recaps:

Soundcore’s gorgeous new Bluetooth speaker brings spatial audio [Review]

Soundcore's new Motion X600 Hi-Res Bluetooth Speaker is a keeper. The portable speaker looks great and offers decent spatial audio.

‘Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie’ will inspire and entertain you [Apple TV+ review]

New documentary "Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie" tells the story of the charismatic actor's life and his complicated relationship with stardom.

Turn Apple Watch into high-end jewelry with this band

Goldenerre makes some remarkably pretty Apple Watch bands, and its Basketweave model is no exception.

3 Reasons to Watch: ‘Drops of God’ on Apple TV+

Here's why "Drops of God," a sommelier potboiler based on the manga by Yuko and Shin Kibayashi, is worth your time.

Setups

WFH gear to get when the boss pays for it

An employer paid for this M2 Max MacBook Pro setup, which features a gorgeous 42-inch OLED smart TV as a display.

Coder keeps old MacBook Pro around for just 1 reason

An M1 Pro MacBook Pro handles most work, but an older Intel MacBook Pro is for Windows via Boot Camp.

Trim M2 MacBook Air rig packs stellar audio

AirPods Pro make the cut, along with other premium earphones, outstanding speakers and one of Sony's high-end Walkman MP3 players.