Apple has finally added something to Messages that iPhone users have wanted for years: the ability to set custom conversation backgrounds. With iOS 26, you can swap the boring gray backdrop for a ...

Apple’s iOS 26 public beta introduces an exciting new feature: the ability to customize iMessage chat backgrounds. This update transforms the messaging experience by allowing users to personalize ...

How to add a background or send a poll to your iPhone texts with iOS 26 Apple's iOS 26 lets iPhone users customize their iMessage backgrounds and send polls to their friends.

A background image can set a tone for the conversation. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac Accidentally texting the wrong person can bring disastrous consequences, and yet it’s incredibly simple to ...