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iOS 26.5 adds end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging in the Messages app by default (in beta). Encryption depends on both participants’ carriers, so not every conversation may be encrypted. To verify, open a chat’s details, scroll to the bottom, and check the status message: it will say whether the conversation is encrypted end-to-end or not (a lock icon may appear for some chats).
Sony's PS5 firmware update 26.03-13.20.00 is live, expanding emoji reactions in Messages and making minor UI readability tweaks.
In a high-profile legal case involving Justin Baldoni, Blake Lively’s emails and text exchanges, including messages with Taylor Swift, were released in court, adding new revelations to the ongoing lawsuit.
Kevin Federline reveals in his memoir that Jamie Lynn Spears sent messages to his wife Victoria Prince expressing concern and resentment about Britney Spears' treatment of their children, Sean Preston and Jayden James, highlighting ongoing family tensions.
iOS 26 will be released on September 15, introducing a Liquid Glass design, lock screen enhancements, new iMessage features like backgrounds and polls, call screening, adaptive power mode on iPhone 15 Pro models, AutoMix in Apple Music, a Preview app for PDFs, and CarPlay upgrades, among other improvements.
Spotify is launching a new in-app messaging feature called Messages, allowing users to directly message each other, share content, and connect more seamlessly within the app, targeting users 16 and older.
Spotify has launched a new in-app direct messaging feature called Messages, allowing users aged 16 and older to send songs, podcasts, and audiobooks directly to friends within the app, aiming to boost engagement and facilitate sharing. Users can accept or reject message requests, block users, and report harmful content, with messages protected by encryption. The feature is designed to complement existing sharing options on other social platforms.
The NFL will continue displaying social justice messages in end zones across all teams, including messages like 'End Racism' and 'Choose Love,' despite potential political scrutiny, as part of their ongoing diversity initiatives.
The women’s dating safety app Tea disabled direct messages after a security vulnerability exposed over a million private messages, including sensitive discussions about abortions and cheating, prompting the company to shut down messaging features temporarily.
iOS 26 introduces several playful and useful updates to Messages, including customizable backgrounds, polls for group decision-making, and automatic translation, making messaging more engaging and versatile compared to iOS 18, while maintaining familiar usability improvements like button placement for easier one-handed use.
A U.S. court has allowed Justin Baldoni to seek messages between Blake Lively and Taylor Swift related to the filming of 'It Ends With Us,' as these communications are deemed relevant to the case involving Lively's harassment and retaliation claims. The messages are limited to discussions about the movie and the legal dispute, with ongoing discovery in the case.
A judge ruled that Justin Baldoni can access messages between Taylor Swift and Blake Lively related to the film 'It Ends With Us,' as part of ongoing legal disputes involving allegations of harassment and defamation, with safeguards to prevent leaks to the press.
iOS 26 introduces support for Messages tapbacks in CarPlay, addressing a long-standing annoyance by allowing users to send tapbacks like thumbs up or hearts directly from their car, along with support for pinned conversations, signaling a significant update for CarPlay features.
Apple announced a new Live Translation feature at WWDC 2025, enabling real-time translation across Messages, FaceTime, and Phone calls, with all processing done on-device to ensure privacy. The feature translates text messages, provides live captions during FaceTime calls, and translates spoken words during phone conversations, with API support for developers. The number of supported languages has not been disclosed.
Apple is set to unveil iOS 26 with a major UI redesign and new features across its operating systems, including automatic message translation, polls in Messages, animated album art on Lock Screen, Markdown export in Notes, and a redesigned CarPlay interface, expected to be announced at WWDC 2023.