What’s the Time Limit for Unsending or Editing an iMessage on My iPhone?
With iOS 16 and later, Apple introduced two powerful features in the Messages app: the ability to unsend a message and edit a message after it’s been sent. These updates give users more flexibility and control—but they come with specific...
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Can I Unsend or Edit a Sent iMessage on My iPhone, and If So, How?
Accidentally sent a message to the wrong person? Made a typo in a serious text? With iOS 16 and later, Apple now allows you to unsend or edit an iMessage—a long-awaited feature that puts you in control of your conversations....
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How Do I Report Spam or Junk Text Messages on My iPhone?
Spam or junk text messages are more than just annoying—they can be harmful. Many phishing scams arrive via SMS, attempting to steal your personal information or trick you into clicking malicious links. Thankfully, Apple provides several ways to report, block,...
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How Do I Mark an iMessage as Unread on My iPhone (iOS 16+ Feature)?
With the release of iOS 16, Apple finally introduced a long-requested feature in its Messages app: the ability to mark an iMessage as unread. This allows users to revisit messages later—especially useful when you read a message but don’t have...
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How Do I Turn Read Receipts On or Off for iMessage on My iPhone?
Read receipts are a handy iMessage feature that lets others know when you’ve seen their message—and vice versa. When read receipts are turned ON, the sender sees “Read” beneath the message they sent to you. When turned OFF, they only...
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How Do I Block or Unblock Someone in iMessage or FaceTime on My iPhone?
Getting unwanted messages or calls on your iPhone can be frustrating. Fortunately, Apple makes it easy to block or unblock someone in iMessage and FaceTime. Whether you want to stop spam messages, avoid repeated FaceTime calls, or regain control of...
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How Do I Activate iMessage and FaceTime on My New iPhone (or After Resetting)?
Setting up a new iPhone or restoring one after a reset is exciting—but you may run into a common snag: iMessage and FaceTime not activating properly. These essential Apple services require a quick activation process before you can start sending...
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Why Am I Not Receiving SMS Texts from Android Users on My iPhone?
If you’re not receiving SMS texts from Android users on your iPhone, it can be both confusing and frustrating—especially if you're receiving iMessages from iPhone users just fine. While iMessage handles Apple-to-Apple messaging, communication with Android or non-Apple phones depends...
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How Do I Send Photos, Videos, or Other Attachments in iMessage or SMS on iPhone?
Sending photos, videos, documents, and other attachments from your iPhone is quick and simple—whether you're texting another iPhone user via iMessage or communicating with an Android user via SMS/MMS. The built-in Messages app supports multiple file types and offers direct...
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Why Can’t I Send or Receive Picture Messages (MMS) on My iPhone?
Picture messages—or MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service)—allow iPhone users to send photos, videos, and other media to people who are not using iMessage (e.g., Android users). While iMessage (blue bubbles) works seamlessly over Wi-Fi or data, MMS relies on your cellular...
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