In this episode of iOS Today, hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive deep into the Messages app's numerous features and hidden capabilities. From advanced safety features like Check In to productivity enhancements like scheduled messages and screen sharing, the hosts reveal powerful tools that many users might not know exist within their Messages app.

• Message Organization

  
  

  -Pin up to 9 conversations to the top of your messages list

  
  

  -View shared media, links, and collaborations by tapping on contact names

  
  

  -Access photos quickly by long-pressing the plus button




• Message Editing Features

  
  

  -Edit or unsend recently sent messages

  
  

  -Schedule messages to send at specific times and dates

  
  

  -Set message reminders that trigger when messaging specific contacts




• Safety Features

  
  

  -New Check In feature allows friends/family to monitor your journey safety without constant location sharing

  
  

  -Location sharing options: temporary, day-long, or indefinite

  
  

  -Battery-efficient alternative to constant Find My location sharing




• Audio Messages

  
  

  -New automatic transcription feature for voice messages

  
  

  -Dictation option available through microphone button

  
  

  -Transcriptions happen on-device before sending




• Screen Sharing

  
  

  -Share screens through FaceTime integration

  
  

  -Draw on shared screens to highlight items

  
  

  -Request remote control access to help troubleshoot issues

  
  

  -SharePlay integration for watching content together




• Settings and Filters

  
  

  -Filter unknown senders to reduce spam

  
  

  -Customize message retention periods

  
  

  -Control read receipts per contact

  
  

  -RCS messaging support in certain regions

  
  




• Shortcuts Corner Segment

  
  

  -Detailed walkthrough of creating automation for alarm control to benefit a warehouse worker.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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