It's not exactly groundbreaking (or even original), but Apple's announcement during its WWDC keynote that you'll be able to add a background image in Messages could save me and my friend groups. Apple ...

This feature can help you identify certain chats so you don't let out a secret in the wrong group. Zach began writing for CNET in November, 2021 after writing for a broadcast news station in his ...

With this new feature, you can make your own picture a background, use one of Apple's premade backgrounds and, if you have an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone, you can generate your own unique ...

Apple has introduced five new group-focused features in the Messages app with iOS 26. The update improves everyday group ...

In iOS 26, Apple finally introduced custom iMessage background wallpapers. Not only are these fun and almost infinitely customizable, they serve a practical purpose in helping you quickly identify who ...

OS 26 is packed full of changes for iPhone users, including five great new group chat features in the Messages app. Here’s ...