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iPhone users can now edit and unsend text messages (but only to other iPhone users)

The newest version of Apple's iOS will allow users to edit and unsend messages sent via iMessage — although the features work properly only when your recipient's device is also running iOS 16.

Typo-prone texters, rejoice: The newest Apple iOS now allows users to edit – and even unsend – messages sent via iMessage.

If you, like me, have been known to need follow-up messages with asterisks

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