iOS 804: iMessage Apps - Navigating the Junk Drawer of iOS Features

Why do iMessage apps feel like a forgotten experiment, and what buried gems are still hiding behind that plus button? Dan Moren joins the show to unpack which built-in features now outshine their third-party predecessors and what that says about Apple's approach to messaging. iMessage apps' evolution, developer challenges, and user engagement declines Default iMessage features vs. true apps Sticker packs, sharing GIFs, and gameplay in Messages lose relevance Apple's default iMessage tools—photos, polls, cash, check in, send later Nuances of audio messages, dictation, and in-app differences Tips for faster photo sharing and rearranging iMessage features Real-world uses and practical limitations of iMessage's check-in feature Notable third-party iMessage app recommendations and personal favorites New: Apple's 2026 accessibility updates, including voice control, real-time captions, and AI-powered magnifier Picks of the Week: Indigo cross-network social app and Wipr 2 content filter Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv . Download or

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iOS 804: iMessage Apps - Navigating the Junk Drawer of iOS Features is an episode from iOS Today (MP3) by Leo Laporte.

This episode is 38:53 long.

This episode was published on May 28, 2026.

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