Why are my iPhone messages blue?

iMessages are texts, photos, or videos that you send to another iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac over Wi-Fi or cellular-data networks. These messages are always encrypted and appear in blue text bubbles. To turn iMessage on or off, go to Settings > Messages.

Why are some of my texts green and some blue?

Since Android and other carriers operate within the SMS and MMS standards of text communication, these green texts are more versatile in who they can reach with their texts. Blue messages, or iMessage messages, are compatible within the Apple ecosystem. Apple backs up all of these messages.

Why are my text messages turning blue?

The short answer is that blue ones have been sent or received using Apple's iMessage technology, but green ones are “conventional” text messages that have been sent using the Short Messaging Service, also known as SMS.

Why are some messages blue and some green on iPhone?

Blue messages are sent as iMessages to another iOS device, green ones are being sent as texts to other devices, the grey ones are incoming messages. To add a bit to the above. Blue messages are sent to someone who is actively using iMessage. That person must be using an iPhone, iPad, iPod, or Mac.

Do blocked iMessages stay blue?

If you have an iPhone and try to send an iMessage to someone who has blocked you, it will remain blue (which means it's still an iMessage). However, the person you've been blocked by will never receive that message.

Why did my text messages turn from blue to green 2021?

A green background means that the message you sent or received was delivered by SMS through your cellular provider. It also typically went to a non-iOS device such as an Android or Windows phone.

Why is my iPhone sending text messages instead of iMessages?

If you see a green message bubble instead of a blue one, then that message was sent using MMS/SMS instead of iMessage. There are several reasons for this: The person that you sent the message to doesn't have an Apple device. iMessage is turned off on your device or on your recipient's device.

Why was my iMessage sent as a text?

Why does my iPhone text say “sent as text message?” Any message sent to a non-Apple user will be sent as a text message. The iMessaging service is only available for Apple devices. But if the iMessage couldn't be sent, or if the recipient doesn't have iMessage enabled, then your iPhone will send it as a text message.

How do I switch from text message to iMessage?

Go to Settings > Messages > Turn on iMessage > Tap on OK to confirm > Toggle the Send As SMS switch to off. This will still allow you to receive text messages, but all messages you send will be forced to go as iMessages.

Why do iMessages suddenly turn green?

If your iPhone messages are green, it means that they're being sent as SMS text messages rather than as iMessages, which appear in blue. iMessages only work between Apple users. You'll always see green when writing to Android users, or when you're not connected to the internet.

Why do text messages change color?

Short answer: Blue ones have been sent or received using Apple's iMessage technology, while green ones are "traditional" text messages exchanged via Short Messaging Service, or SMS.

What happens if I turn off iMessage?

Answering your question, the message will appear on the devices that has iMessage but not on the one you've disabled, however, if you turn off iMessage on all devices, then your friends will send you a normal text message.

How do I know someone blocked me on iMessage?

Look underneath the last text you sent before you suspect you were blocked. If the previous iMessage says "Delivered" under the message bubble but the most recent one doesn't, it can mean that you've been blocked. If you see an iMessage Not Delivered error instead, that can be another indication as well.

Am I blocked if iMessage sent as text?

If you've enabled “Send as SMS” on your iPhone, when iMessage is not available your messages will be sent as SMS. Keep in mind Carrier messaging rates may apply. If you know someone has an iPhone and suddenly text messages between you and that person are green. This is a sign he or she has probably blocked you.

Does sent as text mean I'm blocked?

If your text message isn't being delivered, it is possible that the receiving party used one of these functions to block your phone number. In some cases, it is best to respect the person's wishes who blocked your phone number. But in other cases, it is legitimately important that you be able to contact them.

How do I change my iPhone messages back to iMessage for one contact?

Go to Settings > Messages and Turn OFF and then back ON your iMessage option. Now open back Message and try to send a message to your friend 's iPhone, but make sure to use the button at the Top-Left corner to find your friend and start the conversation, don't just open your recent chat with him/her.

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What happens when you text someone who blocked you?

If an Android user has blocked you, Lavelle says, “your text messages will go through as usual; they just won't be delivered to the Android user.” It's the same as an iPhone, but without the “delivered” notification (or lack thereof) to clue you in.

What is the difference between an iMessage and a text message?

iMessages are in blue and text messages are green. iMessages only work between iPhones (and other Apple devices such as iPads). If you are using an iPhone and you send a message to a friend on Android, it will be sent as a SMS message and will be green.

Can I turn my iMessage off for one person?

Unfortunately, no. iMessage doesn't work like that; you can't turn it off for one person while keeping the service on for others. It's a simple binary setting – you can either turn it on or off.

Can you turn off delivered on iMessage?

Tap the 'Manage' option. A pop-up for 'Manage notifications' will appear. If your notification is set to delivering quietly, you'll see the 'Deliver Prominently' option there; tap on it. Deliver Quietly will be turned off and you'll start receiving notifications normally.

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