Apple is viewing this decision as good news, welcoming the Commissions decision in statements made toThe Verge.
as gatekeepers in September if they provide an important gatewaybetween businesses and consumers in relation to core platform services.
Apple did not immediately respond to Gizmodos request for comment.
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Apple seems to have caved to Googles pressure, quietlyannouncing RCS compatibility in the next era of iPhones.
Moving forward, Apples iMessage system will remain a closed system like it is today.
However, with RCS compatibility Androids and iPhones will be able to exchange emoji reactions and message receipts.
Apples blue bubbles truly seem to be one of the last remaining unique things about iMessage.
Apple is still facing several other claims of being a gatekeeper with other core services.
That includes iOS, the App Store, and Safari.
iMessage seems to have dodged a regulatory bullet, thanks to its limited social significance.
Apples iMessage was once a status symbol that led toSamsung kids getting bullied for their green bubbles.
Now, iMessage seems to be on equal footing with archaic internet services like Microsoft Edge.
Im sorry, but your blue bubbles just arent that cool anymore.
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