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technology2 years ago

"WhatsApp's Rising Popularity in the US: A Threat to iMessage Dominance?"

WhatsApp's daily active user base has been growing in the U.S., with an increase in downloads and popularity among iPhone users. The app's appeal is attributed to its cross-platform functionality, support for large group chats, and business solutions. The rise in international travel has also contributed to its recent surge in downloads. While WhatsApp's growth is notable, it's uncertain if it will overtake iMessage in the U.S., especially with Apple's plans to add RCS support to iOS, potentially improving messaging between iPhone and Android users.

via 9to5Mac|
#daily-active-users#imessage#messaging-platforms
technology2 years ago

iMessage escapes EU regulations, retains closed system

Apple's iMessage will reportedly not be subject to the EU's new "Digital Markets Act," allowing it to remain exclusive to Apple users. The Act aims to enforce interoperability, fairness, and privacy rules on Big Tech "gatekeepers." Despite meeting popularity metrics, iMessage won't be regulated due to its lack of business usage compared to dominant messaging platform WhatsApp. This decision means iMessage won't have to allow interoperability with other services. In the US, iMessage compatibility has been a hot topic, with some companies attempting to hack into the protocol to access iMessage features on Android devices.

via Ars Technica|
#digital-markets-act#eu-regulations#imessage
technology2 years ago

Meta Unveils AI Chatbots with Celebrity Avatars for Interactive Social Experience

Meta has announced the launch of its own AI chat assistant, called "Meta AI," and a selection of AI characters, including celebrity avatars, across its messaging platforms such as WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger. The AI assistant is designed to help with trip planning, answering questions, and generating images from text prompts, with real-time results from Microsoft's Bing search engine. Meta is also rolling out 28 AI-powered characters, including ones played by celebrities like Tom Brady, Kendall Jenner, and Snoop Dogg. These characters function as representative avatars of the text-based AI bot personalities. Meta's massive user reach across its platforms gives it an advantage in reaching more consumers and increasing user engagement.

via Ars Technica|
#ai-chatbots#celebrity-avatars#generative-ai