Open a browser and go to Google Messages. Sign in with your Google account details. When you enter your Google login information, it shows a random emoji. Open the Messages app on your smartphone.

Apple has made some of the biggest improvements in iOS 17 to the Messages app. Released in September, the latest iPhone operating software offers a new way to respond to blue bubbles, a handy menu for ...

iMessage was one of those times Apple decided to introduce a feature and got it just right. It's lightweight, simple, useful, fun, and free to use. These attributes collectively contribute to its ...

You know how you use your iPhone to chat with your friends or loved ones all the time? Most of us just type text messages back and forth, although typing long messages can get tiring. Sometimes, it ...

Not sure whether to use iMessage, Messenger, or WhatsApp? Each app has its own strengths — from Apple-exclusive features and social integration to global reach and privacy. Here’s how to decide which ...

Support for Rich Communication Services (RCS) is one of the lesser-known features in iOS 18, which is now available for everyone. RCS is an enhanced version of SMS for text messaging, and its ...

WhatsApp’s new in-app message translation feature lets you instantly translate chats without leaving the app. Just long-press a message, tap the three-dot menu, and choose “Translate.” Select your ...

Short Message Service (SMS) has been a staple of text messaging since the flip phone, but it may be time to let it evolve. SMS was created in 1992, back when cellphones could be mistaken for bricks.

Being in an emergency without a way to contact your family or 911 is a scary thought. Big weather events can wipe out homes, phone lines and powerlines, making the usual cellular or Wi-Fi networks ...

*Apple’s iPhone 14 introduced Emergency SOS via Satellite, which allows emergency services to be contacted even without cellular service. This feature helps connect your iPhone to the nearest ...

Using the Notes app on your iPhone as a messaging app is a surprisingly clever way to have a discreet conversation. You can use it to plan a surprise party for a loved one or disguise sensitive ...