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iOS 26 Launches Tomorrow with New Features and Updates for iPhone and CarPlay

Originally Published 3 months ago — by MacRumors

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iOS 26 will be released on September 15, introducing a Liquid Glass design, lock screen enhancements, new iMessage features like backgrounds and polls, call screening, adaptive power mode on iPhone 15 Pro models, AutoMix in Apple Music, a Preview app for PDFs, and CarPlay upgrades, among other improvements.

Spotify Introduces In-App Messaging to Enhance Sharing and Engagement

Originally Published 4 months ago — by Variety

Spotify has launched a new in-app direct messaging feature called Messages, allowing users aged 16 and older to send songs, podcasts, and audiobooks directly to friends within the app, aiming to boost engagement and facilitate sharing. Users can accept or reject message requests, block users, and report harmful content, with messages protected by encryption. The feature is designed to complement existing sharing options on other social platforms.

iOS 26 Enhances Messages with Spam Filters and Privacy Features

Originally Published 6 months ago — by AppleInsider

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iOS 26 introduces several playful and useful updates to Messages, including customizable backgrounds, polls for group decision-making, and automatic translation, making messaging more engaging and versatile compared to iOS 18, while maintaining familiar usability improvements like button placement for easier one-handed use.

Justin Baldoni Allowed to Access Blake Lively and Taylor Swift Texts in Legal Case

Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter

A U.S. court has allowed Justin Baldoni to seek messages between Blake Lively and Taylor Swift related to the filming of 'It Ends With Us,' as these communications are deemed relevant to the case involving Lively's harassment and retaliation claims. The messages are limited to discussions about the movie and the legal dispute, with ongoing discovery in the case.

Apple Launches AI-Powered Live Translation for Messages, FaceTime, and Calls

Originally Published 7 months ago — by TechCrunch

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Apple announced a new Live Translation feature at WWDC 2025, enabling real-time translation across Messages, FaceTime, and Phone calls, with all processing done on-device to ensure privacy. The feature translates text messages, provides live captions during FaceTime calls, and translates spoken words during phone conversations, with API support for developers. The number of supported languages has not been disclosed.

"Instagram Introduces Nudity Blurring and Sextortion Protection Tools"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Channel3000.com - WISC-TV3

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Instagram has implemented a new feature to blur out potentially offensive images in direct messages to protect teenagers from unwanted explicit content and combat sexual extortion on the platform. This move aims to create a safer environment for young users and prevent the spread of harmful content.

"Google Messages Testing Improved Photo Sending Features"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Android Central

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Google is testing a new attachment screen in its Messages app, allowing users to easily snap and send multiple photos with the "Add More" and "Send" buttons, along with an option to type a message for each image. This test follows a recent update to the app's camera interface, which simplified the UI but removed some camera settings. Additionally, Google is preparing to introduce Gemini into Messages, offering access to Google app extensions and AI assistance.

"Google Unveils Bard Chatbot for Messages with AI Image Generator"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Android Central

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Google is preparing to integrate its AI chatbot, Bard, into Messages, as revealed by an APK dive into the latest beta. The integration, codenamed "Penpal," will allow users to chat with Bard, which can identify images, offer book suggestions, draft messages, and provide recipes based on ingredients. However, chats with Bard are not end-to-end encrypted, and users are advised not to share sensitive information. Google plans to roll out Bard as an experiment, focusing on integrating it into apps like Messages rather than releasing a standalone app.