Text-raordinary mistake: RCS messaging makes texting between an iPhone and Android device better, but there’s a catch: These messages aren’t encrypted. Google Messages is encrypted for Android-to-Android, and Apple Messages does the same for iPhone-to-iPhone texts. Between Android and iPhone? No encryption, meaning it’s super easy for a hacker to see your texts.
Best hidden iPhone messaging tips and tricks you should be using
Apple’s Messages app has undergone many changes over the years, and why not? Text messaging is one of the core components of any smartphone.
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With each iPhone update, Apple tweaks or adds new features while fixing bugs and improving security. You may not be aware of quite a few neat tricks. Note: To access these texting features, update your iPhone to the latest version.
1. Unsend a text
Did you know that you could now unsend texts? It’s a nice feature to have, but there are some caveats:
- You can only take back a message within two minutes of sending it.
- The recipient can read your message before you unsend it.
- If you unsend a message, it’ll disappear from the recipient’s screen, but they’ll be notified that you unsent it.
Now that you know how it works, here’s how to unsend a message:
- While in an iMessage conversation, tap and hold the message you want to unsend.
- Tap Undo Send.
2. Edit a sent text
Want to change the message you sent? Here’s what to keep in mind:
- You have 15 minutes to edit a text.
- You can edit a message up to five times.
- The recipient can read your message before you edit it.
- The recipient can tap your edited message and see its edit history.
Now that you know what happens when you partake in a bit of editing, here’s how it’s done:
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When sending an email to more than one person, you should know why you include others before hitting send. Do all the recipients need to take action or just one of them? Do all the recipients know each other? This is what CC and BCC were made for. Tap or click here to learn about proper email etiquette.
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