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How to use iMessage on Android
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The blue vs green bubble debate has been raging for years, withTeam Applelording its blue bubble status over itsgreen Androidbrethren. However, that could all be about to change with new apps that allow Android users to send and receive messages via iMessage.
The two leading names in iMessage on Android are Sunbird and Beeper, though the former hastemporarily shut down its servicewhile it investigates potential flaws in its security. The latter, on the other hand, is going full-steam ahead with a near-flawless implementation of iMessage for Android users.
In fact, Beeper doesn’t just bring iMessage to Android; it’s an all-in-one chat app that also supports platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook Messenger and Signal.
With that said, Beeper currently represents the easiest (and most well-polished) way of using iMessage on an Android smartphone – and here’s how you can set it up.
What you’ll need:
The Short Version
Step1
Join the Beeper waitlist
The first step is tojoin the Beeper waitlist, as at the time of writing, it remains invite-only. The waitlist goes down quite quickly though, so get registered and hang tight – you’ll get an email once you’ve been accepted.
Step2
Download the Beeper Desktop app
Once you’ve gained access to Beeper, the next step is to download and install the Beeper desktop app from theBeeper website. Don’t worry; this is only for setup purposes; it won’t need to be always-on like some iMessage alternatives on Android.
Step3
Sign in with your Beeper credentials
Open the Beeper desktop app and log in with your Beeper details.
Step4
Click the plus icon in the bottom-left corner
From the main Beeper interface, click the plus icon in the bottom-left corner to add a new social network or messaging platform.
Step5
Click iMessage
Click the iMessage logo on the left-hand side of the pop-up window.
Step6
Click Continue and enter your Apple ID credentials
Click Continue to begin the iMessage setup process. This will require you to sign in with your existing Apple ID and verify the connection if you use two-factor authentication. Once setup is complete, you should see confirmation that the account has been linked to Beeper and is ready to use.
Step7
Download Beeper for Android
On your Android phone, open Google Play and download the Beeper app.
Step8
Log in to your Beeper account
Open the Beeper app and log in with your Beeper credentials. You may be prompted to verify the login on your Beeper desktop app, so keep it handy!
Step9
Enjoy iMessage on Android!
There you have it! You can now use iMessage on Android, complete with advanced iMessage features like editing sent messages and the ability to unsend them altogether.
Troubleshooting
Due to the way that Beeper is designed, you’ll only be able to send and receive messages from the email account(s) associated with your Apple ID. Only iPhone users can register their numbers at this point.
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Lewis is the Mobile Editor of Trusted Reviews with plenty of phone experience, from the Nokia 3210 to the iPhone 14 Pro Max. He has been in the tech industry writing about phones, headphones, tablets,…
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