Apple Blocks Beeper Mini's iMessage for Android, Leaving Users Disappointed
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Apple has reportedly found a way to close the loophole that allowed Beeper Mini to bring iMessage to Android devices, effectively stopping Android users from sending blue bubble iMessages to iPhone users. Beeper Mini used reverse engineered iMessage protocols and encryption to mimic actual iMessage users, but Apple seems to have found a way to prevent it from working. Beeper is currently investigating the issue and evaluating options for the future of the app.
- Apple Puts a Stop to Beeper Mini's iMessage for Android Feature MacRumors
- Apple cuts off Beeper Mini’s access after launch of service that brought iMessage to Android TechCrunch
- Beeper Mini is down, and it might be permanent Android Police
- Apple has seemingly found a way to block Android's new iMessage app The Verge
- Beeper Mini stops working days after launch 9to5Google
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