On March 14, 2025, the GSMA, an association representing mobile network operators worldwide, officially unveiled RCS Universal Profile 3.0, the latest iteration of the Rich Communication Services standard. At first glance, this might seem like a dry, technical update—another incremental step in the world of messaging protocols that most people would shrug off. But dig a little deeper, and it’s clear this one’s a game-changer. After years of fragmented messaging experiences, RCS 3.0 promises to finally bridge the gap between Android and iOS users, delivering secure, interoperable, end-to-end encrypted communication across platforms—a fix that’s been a long time coming. Joe Hindy for Mashable: ‎ When Apple added RCS support to iOS 18, the company used an older version of the…

Apple Inc., a tech giant known for its innovative products and ecosystem, has been a transformative force in shaping societal trends and behaviors. As we look ahead to the next 10 years, it's crucial to examine how Apple's influence is poised to evolve and impact various aspects of our lives. (more…)

Apple's latest operating system for iPhones, iOS 16, has been met with rave reviews for its many new features and improvements. One of the most significant changes is the redesigned Home screen, which offers a new level of customization and personalization. (more…)

Apple's annual iPhone software update, iOS 16, is expected to be released in the fall of 2023. While Apple has not yet officially announced any features for iOS 16, leaks and rumors have hinted at some exciting possibilities. (more…)

Be careful how you emoji in the future, after a Canadian judge ruled that sending someone a "thumbs-up" symbol in a message can potentially enter you into a legally binding contract.[Pixabay]The King's Bench for Saskatchewan issued a summary judgment on June 8 that could have serious implications for users of messaging services. While they may not necessarily be seen as serious communications, it's possible for responses to be taken as agreeing to the terms of a contract. Read more...

Seven tech giants, including Apple, Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft, have said they meet the European Union’s new criteria for “gatekeepers,” which means they will be subject to stricter regulations. Reuters: Samsung and TikTok owner ByteDance also unexpectedly said they would meet the criteria, although TikTok disputed whether it should be included on the list. Booking.com said it expected to fall into the gatekeeper category next year. Under the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) which came into force in November, companies with more than 45 million monthly active users and a 75-billion-euro ($82 billion) market capitalisation are considered gatekeepers providing a core platform service. Companies labelled as such will be required to make their messaging apps interoperate with rivals…