We’ve all experienced that moment of panic after sending a text message, whether it’s a typo, an accidental send to the wrong person or something you wish you could take back.
Thankfully, if you’re an iPhone user, there’s good news.
With the latest iOS updates, you can edit or unsend your iMessages. Let’s dive into how you can save yourself from potential embarrassment.
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While these features are incredibly useful, they come with some limitations.
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With these simple steps, you can easily correct mistakes or retract messages that you may regret sending. The ability to edit and unsend messages is a welcome addition for anyone who has ever felt that pang of regret after hitting “send.”
What other messaging features would you like to see added to iMessage or other messaging apps in the future? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.
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