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Apple added a new kind of effect in Messages in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia that let you apply basic styling to selections, like bold or underline, and animate text with effects. These text ...

When you receive a text message, you sometimes see special effects, like balloons floating or fireworks exploding across your screen. These special effects can be triggered by using specific words or ...

Google Messages is the default messaging app for millions of users. The app comes pre-installed with most major Android devices, including the company’s very-own Pixel flagships. While the service is ...

Phone's Messages app is many Apple users' go-to texting platform, but the app can actually do a lot more cool things you ...

Make special text effects on your iPhone by typing out certain phrases, like "Happy Birthday." You can manually add effects to any text you send by holding your finger on the send button. Your ...