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 [email protected]. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.